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Beckie and Warrack’s Modern Olsen Hotel Wedding

15.11.13
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Beckie and Warrack’s Modern Olsen Hotel Wedding
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“Also, get a photobooth! You will never regret h “Also, get a photobooth! You will never regret hiring one, and when those pics come through, including one of your Nan wearing a police hat looking shady, your life will be complete!” – @alittlecoy⁠ ⁠ Love on the green never looked so good!⁠ ⁠ Jayde and Will bowled us over with a wedding that was colourful, joy-filled and completely them. ⁠ ⁠ And with @georgiawiggs behind the camera, it all came to life in the most magical way.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @georgiawiggs / Ceremony Officiant: @customcelebrations_by_dee / Flowers & Decor: @forgetmenotfriday / Venue: @thornburybowls / Catering: @weemanskitchen / Photo Booth: @rewind_booths / DJ: @dot.music.records / Bride's Dress: @vixen_by_micheline_pitt / Bride's Veil/Hair Accessories: @honeymoon.studios / Makeup Artist: @dana_makeupartist / Hairstylist: @maddstewartmakeup / Favors: @alittlecoy / Engagement Ring: @comunegallery⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: Standing in the pasta aisle, this bride and groom are having a blast. The bride is wearing a midi-length, fitted dress, paired with white sneakers, a white bow in her hair, and a vibrant little bouquet. She has one arm around the groom's shoulders, with her foot flicked up, Princess Diary style. The groom is wearing a black suit, leaning into his bride.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: A close-up shot of the bride's hand holding a canned good, with white sheer gloves covered in black polka dots. ⁠ ⁠ Image three description: The couple walks hand-in-hand down a stone alleyway, basking in the sun.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #LawnBowls #BowlsWedding #LawnWedding #DiscoWedding #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
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