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Courtney & MJ’s Modern Sydney Waterside Wedding

06.04.17
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Courtney & MJ’s Modern Sydney Waterside Wedding
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***The Minimalist Issue*** Ashleigh and Vincent op ***The Minimalist Issue*** Ashleigh and Vincent opted for a relaxed, fun wedding with a party atmosphere - and we are all for it! With a colour palette of clean white with black and plenty of candles for a romantic feel, there is so much inspo to be taken from their incredible day.⁠ ⁠ See more of their amazing styling choices (the hydrangeas, baby's breath and Ecuadorian rose are an epic floral combo) and read their story at the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @nickskinnerweddings / DJ: @onemoresongdjs / Bride's Jewellery: @a.b.ellie / Ceremony Officiant: @weddingsbypanache / Flowers: @blu.belleflowers / Hair & Makeup Artist: @lauradunstan_hmua / Venue: @mitcheltonweddings / Cinematographer: @ajr_films / Bride's Dress: @michaellosordo / Groomsmen Attire: @countryroad / Groom's Attire: @joeblackofficial⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description:⁠ ⁠ Image one: This is a photo of Ashleigh and Vincent on their wedding day. The bride is wearing a slip white wedding dress and carrying a white bouquet. The groom is wearing a black tux. They are looking away from the camera as they walk on a gravel path. Behind them is a low fence and trees.⁠ ⁠ Image two: This is a photo of Ashleigh and Vincent's signage. It is black and has white writing. It says, "We are so glad you're here. Welcome to the wedding of Ashleigh and Vincent." It is adorned with baby's breath. Below the sign is a group of candles. In the background, guests are seated at long tables.⁠ ⁠ Image three: This is a photo of a table setting. The table is lined with a white table cloth. There is a white plate with a menu on top. Next to the plate are two forks and a taupe-coloured napkin. There are white flowers on the table, as well as glassware.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #TheMinimalistIssue #MinimalistWedding #MinimalistWeddings #MinimalWedding #ModernWedding #MinimalistWeddingDress #MinimalistWeddingInvitation #MinimalistWeddingIdeas #MinimalWeddingDress #MinimalWeddingGown #MinimalWeddingDecor #PregnantBride #MicheltonWedding #MicheltonWinery ⁠ #bumpstyle #preggofashion
***The Minimalist Issue*** Planning a minimalist w ***The Minimalist Issue*** Planning a minimalist wedding? We've dug deep and found the Australian modern wedding venues with all the minimalist style. Find them on the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Image by @benpotterweddingphotography⁠ of the one and only @luna_eventspace⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image Description: This is a photo of Luna Event Space. It is a warehouse space with polished concrete floors, factory windows (two) white walls and a white ceiling, There are tall wooden cocktail tables and metal legged wooden stools. A tall plant is in the centre of the shot.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #TheMinimalistIssue #MinimalistWedding #MinimalistWeddings #MinimalWedding #ModernWedding #MinimalistWeddingIdeas #WeddingVenue #WarehouseWedding #ModernWeddingVenue #MelbourneWeddingVenue
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***The Minimalist Issue*** Planning a minimalist w ***The Minimalist Issue*** Planning a minimalist wedding? We've got all the inspiration and tips and tricks you need to bring your wedding ceremony backdrop to life.⁠ Grab them on the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Flowers by @twowildhands Photo by @jordanknightphotography⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A photo of a white room with tall ceilings painted black. The floor is also white and there are white lights hanging down. There is an arched window almost in the centre of the wall at the back. There are brown leaves in a garland that's draped diagonally from left to right.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #TheMinimalistIssue #MinimalistWedding #MinimalistWeddings #MinimalWedding #ModernWedding #MinimalistWeddingDress #MinimalistWeddingInvitation #MinimalistWeddingIdeas #MinimalWeddingDress #MinimalWeddingGown #MinimalWeddingDecor #CeremonyBackdrop #WeddingCeremonyDecor ⁠ #weddingflowers #weddingflorist
What happens when your state goes into lockdown ju What happens when your state goes into lockdown just hours before your elopement? You call up your favourite local wine bar, and all of your vendors, and you turn lemons into sparkling lemonade. ⁠See how Laura & Kelly made their (fourth) wedding plan turn into actual magic. Link in bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @weddingswithryal / Alterations: #MyPerfectFitAlterations / Bride's Dress: @kyhastudios / Bride's Shoes: @jimmychoo / Bride's Suit: @effiekats / Bride's Shoes: @baredfootwear / Ceremony Officiant: @meganthompsoncelebrant / Ceremony Venue: @unionstreetwinebar / Cinematographer: @moment_seeker_ / Engagement & Wedding Ring: @timelessgoldjewellery / Hair & Makeup Artist: @shara_hairandmakeup / Invitations & Stationery: @paper_panache⁠ / Flowers @lulu_bird0 ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ {Image Description: Three photos, a series of Laura & Kelly sitting outside a wine bar at a bistro table, drinking champagne, The photos. Laura, on the right of the shot, wears a long-sleeve, slim-fit white wedding gown with a slit in the skirt and white heels, Kelly wears a creamy white two-piece suit, black brogues and a black shirt, Kelly pours champagne and the couple smile and drinks it together.] ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #GeelongWedding #WineBarWedding #twobridesonewedding #twobridesonelove #marriageequality #equallywed #lgbtplus #loveisallyouneed #loveislove #lgbtqweddings #lgbtqweddingphotographer #lgbtqweddinginspo #lgbtqwedding⁠ #elopement #elopements #australianelopement #australianelopements #microwedding #elope
Who wouldn’t want one of these amazing cakes at Who wouldn’t want one of these amazing cakes at their wedding! We are huge fans of @missladybirdcakes here at Polka Dot Wedding. They make our birthday cake every year, so we know just how delicious and utterly gorgeous their creations are.⁠ ⁠ We also love that they use quality ingredients (no pre-mixes!), have over 20 flavours to choose from (including vegan & gluten-free options) and even offer taster boxes so you can sample all the yumminess. ⁠We've watched this crew go from strength to strength over the years and quite frankly count ourselves amongst their biggest fans.⁠ ⁠ See more of Gina & the team's incredible cakes on the Polka Dot Directory. Link in bio!⁠ ⁠ Hello wedding cake creators, we’d love to show off your talents! Click the link in our bio to get in touch about a Polka Dot Membership.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ This pretty pic by @maeganbrownmoments styled by @_bowcreative⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image Description: This is a photo of a three-tier white wedding cake. It's on a stand in front of a grey taupe curtain. The three tiers of the cake are textured in white, on the top tier is a small arrangement of black leaves and berries.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #cakeinspiration #cakedecorating #cakedesigns #cakedesign #weddingcakeideas #weddingcakeinspiration #pinkweddingcake #goldweddingcake #beautifulcake #weddingcakedesign #cakesofinstagram #tieredcake #MelbourneWeddingCake #MelbourneCake #melbourneweddingideas #melbourneweddinginspo #melbourneweddingstyling
"We wanted our ceremony to be very much us. We wan "We wanted our ceremony to be very much us. We wanted it to be casual and chill, warm and honest, and surrounded by our closest friends and family. We don't like the spotlight so didn't want too much pageantry (also feelings eww!), but it was important to us to be able to share our story."⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Filled with beautiful yellow wattle and magical misty rain, Samme and Ben wed in a day that was filled with personal, handmade details.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @fionaandbobby / Bride's Dress: @alexandragrecco / Bridal Salon: @hopexpage / Bride's Veil/Hair Accessories: @hopexpage / Bride's Shoes: @baredfootwear / Bridesmaid Dresses: @atmosandhere / Engagement Ring: @cullenmoissanite / Ceremony Officiant: @ceremonybydesign / Favors: @candybarsydney / Getting Ready Robes: @allthingsnicestore / Groom's Attire: @mjbale / Groom's Tie & Bowties: @otaa.brothers / Hair & Makeup Artist: @botanik_hair_and_makeup / Marquee: @bluemountainsspecialevent_hire / Transport: #NearorFarBus&Coach / Venue: @collitsinn / Wedding Cake: @vanilla_cupcakery_sydney / Wedding Ring: #Formonte / Cake Topper: @freckleberrychocolate / Dried Wattle: #FloralsByEllie⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A photo of Samme and Ben standing against flower-adorned bushes in the countryside. There is a misty grey sky above them and misty-covered mountains behind them. Ben on the right, wears a dark suit with a white shirt and pale blue bow tie. He has glasses on and a wattle with greenery boutonniere. Samme stands to his right, slightly in front of him with a long white gown on. In front of her she holds a bouquet of yellow wattle and greenery. she's laughing looking away from the camera.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings ⁠ #TheYellowIssue #YellowWedding #YellowWeddingDress #YellowWeddings #YellowBouquet #BlueMountainsWedding #MistyWedding #CountryWedding #WattleBoqueut #WattleWedding

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