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What Australians Need to Know Before Getting Married in Italy

28.06.18
Destination Wedding Tips & Tricks Honeymoons Location Europe
Wedding by Anna Ambrosi photography
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What Australians Need to Know Before Getting Married in Italy
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Working with dogs at the airport brought them toge Working with dogs at the airport brought them together – and a hot summer picnic sealed the deal!⁠ ⁠ Bridget and Dan’s wedding was all about colour, bubbles, and connection. And yes, cheeseburger spring rolls were involved – see it now on Polka Dot Featured.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @sunnydazelovers / Bride’s Dress: @lutka_boutique / Audio Visual: @_jcinematics / Creative Direction & Styling: @weddingsandeventsbybella / Hairstylist: @kokoblaqhair / Makeup Artist: @mandaanderson.makeup / Wedding Cake: @cuteascupcakes_ / Ceremony Officiant: @holly_ferguson_celebrant_perth / Floral Accessories: @deluxephotoboothperth / Photo Booth: @cheekipixphotobooths / Makeup Artist: @cinnamonglow.tanningstudio / Venue: @theguildfordhotel⁠ ⁠ [Video description: Shots from Bridget & Dan’s wedding flash across the screen as Coldplay’s “Yellow” plays in the background.] ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #GardenCeremony #FauzFlowers #ChampagneTower #WeddingBubbles #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
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