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Having being lucky enough to have been officiating wedding ceremonies since 2009 I have met some of the most amazing couples and their familes in that time. I tell people all the time that I get to see people on their best day. A day that they have entrusted me to be a small part of the biggest day of thier lives. I take that responsibility very serious. A couples wedding day should be everything they hoped for it to be and it's up to me to do my part in those dreams. Leading up to the big day we will have ourselves a lot of fun! That's why you are getting married isn't it? You enjoy one another, you laugh and love together? Don't worry about having to try to impress me and go through "pre-marital counseling". Nope. Not happening here, every couple is different and who am I to judge how two people that are in love live their lives. All I ask is that you love one another. Let smile, laugh and have a great time together while planning your most perfect day.

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Reviews of Elegant Wedding Services

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Joe A. Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional speaker, touches the heart and still throws in some humor

Ryan is the perfect combination of all the elements you want your wedding day to have. He is a dynamic speaker, understands the sentiment of the event, and also has a wonderful sense of humor. There was no other option for us when we got married and I strongly recommend Ryan. Even if you don’t know him, he will present in a way that has you feeling he’s been a friend for years.
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Diane Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Professional with Personal Touch

I have had the pleasure of being at a few events that EWS officiated. Captivating, professional, humor!!!!
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Heather Sent on 09/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Officiant You Can Book

Ryan was FANTASTIC and made our wedding day go smoothly. We had an incredible experience and highly recommend booking with Ryan!
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Kristian Sent on 08/17/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Not just an officiant

Ryan was an outstanding officiant that not only wanted to get to know us to make sure that our ceremony was special, but was willing to go above and beyond to fill roles that other vendors fell short on. I would recommend him to weddings of all sizes and budgets.
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Justin Sent on 03/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Memorable and professional

Unique and professional, Ryan was fantastic. We had a wedding that will be remembered forever.
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Sean Sent on 02/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Around!

Ryan created a very personal ceremony for us. Throughout the entire process he was very professional, and very fun. I highly recommend! Thanks again for making our day that much more special!
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Emma Sent on 03/03/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan made the most important day of our lives better than I could have imagined. Not only did he officiate, but he went above and beyond the call of duty with the location, helping with the guests, and kept the whole evening flowing beautifully. My family and friends were so impressed by his words and ability to make the room feel so welcomed and united together... My father still talks about him to this day! I am so grateful Ryan was a part of my wedding! Thank you Ryan!
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Heather Sent on 01/24/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I were very pleased with the professionalism and charm during our wedding service. Elegant Wedding Services thoroughly meet our expectations from getting to know us as a couple during our several meetings before the wedding, to the day of, where our guests enjoyed the thoughtful, funny and sincere ceremony. Thank you, Elegant Wedding for making our ceremony very memorable.
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User1746388 Sent on 08/03/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan Krause can put in as much or as little religion as you want into your ceremony. He is easy, flexible and open to ideas. One of the best! I'd recommend Ryan over and over again. Well dressed for pictures too. :)
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User1740331 Sent on 07/30/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan was very nice to work with and very helpful with planning our service
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