How to renew your wedding vows and what it means legally as Jac Jossa talks plans

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From Rebekah and Jamie Vardy to Rochelle and Marvin Humes, it seems like a growing number of celebrities have their sights set on renewing their wedding vows.

Most recently, former EastEnders star Jacqueline Jossa opened up about her hopes to renew her vows to husband Dan Osborne. Speaking to Heat magazine, the 29 year old, who was forced to sell her home after leaving the soap, explained that their relationship had been going from strength to strength in recent years. “It does feel like we have a new relationship,” she said. “It could be quite nice to do something like renew our vows when the time is right. “We would like all five of us in the photos – we’d do it for the kids.” Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

But what are vow renewal ceremonies and are they legally binding? OK! spoke to wedding experts to find out… What are vow renewal ceremonies? “Vow renewals are a chance for a couple to celebrate their marriage in a non-legal way after the original wedding,” explains Kate Beavis from Magpie Wedding. “It is a chance for them to share their commitment in a way that fits them now - maybe they have more money to spend on a celebration than when they first got married, or want something that is more "them" than the traditional day they had before.” Why do people renew their vows?

There are various reasons why a couple may want to consider renewing their vows, but it’s ultimately a way of celebrating their marriage.