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What Would They Know? Elly Hartley of Elly Hartley Designs

24.08.15
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What Would They Know? Elly Hartley of Elly Hartley Designs
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Love a bit of floral drama? Here’s a collection Love a bit of floral drama? Here’s a collection of flower-filled backdrops perfect for your I do’s! Whether you’re saying your vows in a garden, winery, or warehouse, a beautifully designed floral backdrop turns any space into pure magic. From wild and overflowing to sleek and structured - these create the perfect frame for those ‘just married’ kisses! Want mroe of these weddings? search PDW for the post. The teams behind the shots below. 1. Thomas & Ellen Flowers by @cassandra_the_florist Photo by @rosephotosau 2. Alex & Josh Flowers by @nunuau Photo by @mattashton_photo 3. Pastel Wisteria Romance: A Dreamy Styled Shoot at Mewburn Park (@mewburnpark) Flowers by @benita.tscharke.floral Photo by @lisahaymanweddings 4. Wei Te & Daina Flowers by @formoverfunctionevents Photo by @angela_givney_photography 5. How To Keep Your Wedding Flowers Fresh In A Warmer Climate Flowers by @willowbudflowers Photo by @trentandjessie 6. Carol & Jack. Flowers by @trillefloral Photo by @pepperjune.russell 7. Lucy & Virgil Flowers by @basiapuchalskifloraldesign Photo by @ateiaphotography 8. Georgia & Lachlan Flowers by @localeflora Photo by @heartandthesea 9. Matt & Olivia Flowers by @ohhellopetal Photo by @mottaweddings 10. Ivana & Martin Flowers by @wildflos Photo by @heyjack_co 11. Phoebe & Aaron Flowers by @basiapuchalskifloraldesign Photo by @clairedavie 12. Ash & Phil Flowers by @sophiawilde_ Photo by @littleblackbowphotography 13. Gemma & Rhys Flowers by @nunuau Photo by @nikki_harris_photography 14. Rachael & Macaulay Flowers by @thewildroseflorist.moruya Photo by @kldweddings 15 Modern & Moody Winery Wedding Inspiration With Jewel Tones Flowers by @floral.eden Photo by @houseoflove.adl [Reel Description: Maxine Nightingale Right Back Where We Started From plays over a slideshow of images of floral ceremony backdrops. It begins with a close up shot of white flowers with yellow centres by cottonbro studio.]
“Enjoy the process and don’t sweat the small s “Enjoy the process and don’t sweat the small stuff! Just remember why you’re having a wedding—to commit to spending the rest of your life with the person you love. It’s not about an Instagram post or stressing over the wrong napkin colour.” – @prue.ramsey & jacobramsey42⁠ ⁠ A wedding that's big on love, bursting with vibrant colours, and filled with unforgettable memories?⁠ ⁠ Sign us up! Jacob and Prue's fun wedding is everything you could hope for in a celebration: vibrant florals, cheeky favours (hello, Fireball shots), and an atmosphere that screams FUN from start to finish.⁠ ⁠ Ready to see all the details? The full feature is live now – tap the link in our bio to dive in!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @allmywednesdays / Venue: @pohevents / Flowers: @bloomsbycecilia / Groom & Groomsmen Attire: @ysgtailors / DJ: @mercuryentertainmentgroup / Hairstylist: @hairbyneveen / Makeup Artist: @theglambyalexis / Guestbook: @guestbook.hotline / Accessories: @blackandbloom_ / Bride's Dress: @ditaliacouture / Ceremony Officiant: @getmarriedwithpip⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: Flanked by her bridesmaids, this bride is wearing a white mini dress with long sleeves and a long train that hist the floor. In one hand is a pink purse, and the other holds her bouquet, which is full of pink, red, yellow, and blue flowers. To her left, her bridesmaids are wearing a baby pink gown with red flowers and a deep pink dress with baby pink flowers. To her right, her bridesmaids are wearing a bride-patterned dress with blue flowers and a hot pink gown with yellow flowers.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: Here, the bride and groom are toasting champagne flutes. The groom is wearing a dark green velvet suit jacket. They're making cheeky faces at each other as they prepare for their ceremony.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: Standing at their ceremony, the couple are holding hands as they look off to the side where the celebrant is standing.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding #ColourfulWedding #FunWedding #PinkBridesmaids #BrightWedding
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Joel of @avamephotography has an incredible photoj Joel of @avamephotography has an incredible photojournalistic approach to his photography. From nervous morning jitters to your freewheeling first dance to lights out at your reception, he is all about helping you save the most beautiful and elegant moments of your big day.⁠ ⁠ And he’s just an all-around awesome person to have on your vendor dream team! “By the end of it all, I want you to remember me as a good friend and an invaluable companion who made your day so much more special,” he says.⁠ ⁠ He’s based in Sydney but travels all over New South Wales, including the Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Central Coast, Blue Mountains, Wollongong, Kangaroo Valley, Southern Highlands, Canberra, and Australia. You can find his contact details on the Polka Dot Directory – link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ P.S. Wedding photographers, is it time to sign you up for a Polka Dot Membership? Click the link in our bio to find out!⁠ ⁠ [Image description: Standing in a tunnel, this couple is embracing as they're being lit from behind. The groom is wearing a classic black tux with a bowtie as he rests his hands on his bride's waist. She's throwing her arms around her neck, and she wears a simple white dress with a cowl neck and spaghetti straps.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #WeddingPhotographer #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger
We're stepping back in time a few months today to We're stepping back in time a few months today to have another look at this incredible cake made by @delicioso_treats for May-Lee and Mitch's wedding! Adding a touch of whimsical flair to their already magical wedding with these beautiful blush gradient cake sails.⁠ ⁠ Find more magical details from this gorgeous wedding at the link in our bio! ⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @kasiakolmas / Cake: @delicioso_treats⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A two-tier cake sits on a round wooden table in the corner of a room next to a large open window. The cake itself is covered in crisp white icing, with a colourful blush gradient cake sail up the side.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding #SailCake #AbstractCake
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