The Heart Behind Side By Side

A wedding ceremony taking place outdoors in a forest, with a bride and groom exchanging vows and a woman officiant holding a book or document.
People smiling and laughing outside at a wedding, with a woman in a white dress holding a bouquet of flowers, a woman in glasses wearing a denim vest, and a man in a cowboy hat and vest.
Three people standing together indoors near a window. A woman on the left holds a bouquet of pink and white flowers with greenery. The man in the middle wears a red shirt with a black vest and has a flower pinned to his vest. The woman on the right wears glasses and a red jacket, reading from a small booklet.

AboutMe

I’m Kylie — a celebrant based in Melbourne Australia who believes in love, loyalty, and the magic of moments that stay with you long after the day is over.

My story started in the corporate world, where I spent more than 20 years in financial services. I worked with high‑value clients, led teams, ran workshops, and stood in front of rooms of 15 to 350 people. Those years taught me how to hold space, how to guide people with calm confidence, and how to speak in a way that makes others feel seen.

But the heart of my life has always been my family. I live in Craigieburn with my husband of over 20 years and our wonderful 12‑year‑old son — the two people who remind me daily what love looks like in real life.

And if you know me well, you know I’m a complete Disney nut. I adore Disney & Disney cruises, the storytelling, the joy, the way magic is woven into every detail. Maybe that’s why I’m drawn to ceremonies — they’re real‑life moments of magic.

Becoming a celebrant felt like a natural step. I’ve always been passionate about relationships, families, and the love that grows between people. Love shows up in so many forms, and I wanted to help people honour those connections in ways that feel true to who they are.

Why Side By Side Ceremonies?
Because I believe in standing beside people — supporting them, celebrating them, and helping them shape a ceremony that reflects the way they choose to move through life.

Whether you’re planning a wedding or vow renewal, I’m here to help you create something meaningful, personal, and beautifully yours. I’ll guide you through the process, present myself professionally, and deliver your ceremony with care and intention.

I’d love to walk beside you as you create a moment that feels warm, meaningful, and deeply yours.