Winter

Lord Howe Island Wedding

Lord Howe Island was the magical location for Anita and David’s intimate wedding. Two hours flight from Brisbane or Sydney, the island is is one of just four island groups to be inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage list for the global significance of its natural beauty and heritage. And a great spot to elope. Anita and David’s low-key wedding was a personal and unique day that they shared with just ten friends. How incredibly romantic that David made Anita’s bouquet for her!

Couple: Anita and David
Date: 1st July, 2009
Location: Lord Howe Island, New South Wales and Kin Kin, Queensland.
Photography: Ken from Lord Howe Island Weddings (ph: (02) 6563 2196). He called his wife (Dorothy), Dorothy Spielberg because she was directing the shots! Ken was in his 80’s!

Pink Ribbon-themed Yarra Valley Wedding

Samantha and Billy defied convention by choosing a Bridesman and a Best Woman to witness their wedding in the gorgeous Yarra Valley. They chose a pretty classical pink theme with a hint of vintage and every guest wore a pink ribbon thanks to the couple’s wedding donation to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. What an inspiration!

Couple: Samantha and Billy
Date: 13th June, 2009
Location: Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley, Victoria
Photography: Warren Photography

Romantic Dayboro Winery Wedding

Sweet couple Rebecca and Oran chose the Glengariff Historic Estate winery and vineyards west of Brisbane for the sweeping views that only added to the romance of their wedding day. They have lots of great budget-friendly and handmade tips to share.

Couple: Rebecca and Oran
Date: 6th June, 2009
Location: Glengariff Historic Estate, Dayboro, QLD
Photography: Mark at Xpose’, Arana Hills, QLD

Tags: Dayboro, eBay, QLD, Winter
Categories: Brisbane, Budget-Friendly, Hinterland Weddings, Red, Romantic, Vineyard Weddings
Comments: No Comments »

Traditional Sydney Inner West Wedding

Amanda and Paul glowed at their traditional wedding for 75 guests in Cabarita, in Sydney’s inner west. Their venue selection was carefully chosen to allow their guests to enjoy the harbour, sand and bush setting; also a perfect backdrop for their wedding photos. The ivory, gold and chocolate colour palette echoes the simple elegance of their big day.

Couple: Amanda & Paul
Date: 18th August, 2007
Location: Angelos on the Bay, Prince Edward Park, Cabarita, NSW.
Photographer: Raoul Tackelburg – truly amazing, he takes such beautiful and natural shots

Old Hollywood Brisbane Garden Wedding

Sharon (a personal trainer for brides in Brisbane) and her husband Dan rocked a gorgeous Old Hollywood look for their wedding with a touch of vintage and a heaping of romance. How incredible do Sharon’s bridesmaids look in their Carla Zampatti gowns and Sharon’s hair is perfection.

Couple: Sharon and Dan
Date: 24th July, 2009
Location: Ceremony – Private Residence, Dakabin, QLD. Dinner – old pasta factory, Fortitude Valley, QLD.
Photography: Tom Hall Photography
sharon_dan_brisbane_couple

Tags: QLD, Winter
Categories: Black & White, Brisbane, Garden Weddings, Glamorous, Romantic, Vintage
Comments: 4 Comments »

Vintage-style Maroochydore River Wedding

Fabulous crafty Mishy (graphic designer, wedding invitation designer, photographer and blogger) and Stu put a lot of thought into creating a unique, vintage-style wedding on the Sunshine Coast. I just adore all the details that showcase the couple’s creative style, including the cool Kombi van wedding transport and of course the handmade origami folded paper flowers. There are also lots of great budget-conscious ideas for us to learn from. What an inspiration.

Couple: Mishy and Stu
Date: 18th July, 2009
Location: Ebb Waterfront Dining & Cellar, Maroochydore, Queensland.
Photography: My friend Yan Chan volunteered to do our photography. I have always admired his work, and he was just marvellous. He stayed for the whole night and we got so many great photos. Stuart & I also have a Digital SLR that we handed over to my crafty friend Ange for the day. She took some magical candid shots and had a lot of fun as well.

Tags: Craft, Handmade, QLD, Winter
Categories: Blue/Navy, Budget-Friendly, Maroochydore, River Weddings, Sunshine Coast, Vintage
Comments: 2 Comments »

Intimate Buderim Restaurant Wedding

I thought it only fair to start off the real weddings with my own! It was gorgeous weather in August on the Sunshine Coast and we held our wedding ceremony and reception both at Harry’s at Buderim for 45 people – guests from Australia and the US. We wanted to keep our day really simple, intimate and budget-friendly and organised it from California where we were living.

Couple: Steph and Harris
Date: 9th August, 2003
Location: Harry’s at Buderim, Buderim, Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Photography: Barbara Utech