While not a universal practice, some French couples do choose to have a civil ceremony at the courthouse before or instead of a religious or traditional wedding. This is known as a “mariage à la mairie” or “mariage civil.”
After the civil ceremony, some couples may opt to have a separate religious or symbolic ceremony, while others consider the courthouse wedding as their official and only union. Ultimately, the choice depends on the couple’s beliefs, values, and priorities!
Here are some ideas for French courthouse wedding dresses and elegant outfits to wear if you plan on getting married soon!
As you can see, a courthouse wedding dress can be as casual or elegant as the bride wishes!
