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Leah & Rob’s Seriously Memorable Destination Wedding in Breathtaking Queenstown. N.Z

11.05.20
Honeymoons Inspired Destination Weddings Location New Zealand
Leah & Rob’s Seriously Memorable Destination Wedding in Breathtaking Queenstown. N.Z
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Say hello to @fidelmonkmusic – your new favourit Say hello to @fidelmonkmusic – your new favourite wedding musician. ⁠ ⁠ The type of music he creates? We think he describes it best: “Hola pepitos! I’m not your average wedding musician. I specialise in driving folky covers of alternative punk songs & speakeasy vibes.”⁠ ⁠ From private events to festivals and weddings, he can do it all! If you’re looking for a solo musician to create a “kick-ass wedding soundtrack”, he’s your guy. If you’re looking for a duo or band, he has some incredibly talented friends who can join the melody with their fiddles, mandolins, double basses, drums or banjos – whatever you need. ⁠ ⁠ Head over to the Polka Dot Directory to see (and hear!) more about Fidel’s musical talents. Just follow the link in our bio!⁠ ⁠ p.s. If you’re a wedding musician we’d love to tell you more about how a Polka Dot Membership can benefit you! Link in bio for all the deets.⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A musician is playing his guitar in front of a couple dancing. The man in the couple is wearing a colourful sequined jacket that matches the woman's floral headpiece. The musician himself is facing the camera in a white shirt, rolled up to his elbows and a few buttons undone. His beard is full of glitter and sequins.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #WeddingMusician #AlternativeWeddingMusician #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger
Oh, Polka Dot Made, you truly do have our hearts h Oh, Polka Dot Made, you truly do have our hearts here at Polka Dot Wedding! And the stunning DIYs throughout 2023 really were some of our faves yet. ⁠ ⁠ So we thought we'd do a roundup of a few of the ones that made your hearts sing! Check out "Dearly Beloved: A Look Back At Your Polka Dot Made Picks For 2023" – now live on Polka Dot Made (hint: click the link in our bio!)⁠ ⁠ Image & project by @nicola_goring⁠ ⁠⁠ [Image Description: A light brown, cardboard semi-circle sits on a pale pink backdrop. There are candy hearts scattered around it. On the semi-circle are long kebab sticks, and different coloured candy hearts are stuck to the ends.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #WeddingTutorial #Tutorial #DIYTutorial #WeddingDIY #DIY #HandmadeWedding #Handmade #CraftTutorial #DIYWedding #WeddingBlog
“Share as much of the day as you can together – I loved getting ready with Carmen and sharing breakfast. Throw out old traditions if they don’t fit – we wanted our wedding to be a celebration of us and our friends and families rather than an overly sentimental event full of what we perceived as antiquated traditions. It’s your wedding – plan the day that you want to remember. Everything that we planned was because we wanted it that way.”⁠ ⁠ From start to finish, Carmen and Tom shared every moment of their wedding day. Their wedding was filled with tender, playful moments, from their two beautiful dogs, a flower-hungry goat and their infectious joy.⁠ ⁠ Live now on Polka Dot Featured – link in bio!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @sarahgodenziphotography / Wedding Cake: @am_bakehouse / Bride's Suit: @annacordellclothing / Groom's Attire: @annacordellclothing / Flowers: @thriveflowers / Wedding Ring: @lottstudio / Cake Topper: @that.little.nook / Reception Venue: @collingwoodchildrensfarm / Catering: @farmcafeweddings/ / Musicians: @bakerboysband / Ceremony Officiant: @natsproal.melbournecelebrant / Sweet Treats: @sweetmickie / Pet Sitter: @theweddingsitter.au⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: Sitting on a wooden bench in front of a river, Carmen rests her legs on top of Tom’s lap. She’s wearing a white linen suit with a glittering headband that has her veil attached. She gazes up at Tom, wearing a pale lavender suit and black shoes.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: In the same attire, the couple now stands in the forest with lush greenery. They’re holding hands and champaign flutes as they smile at each other.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FarmWedding #VictoriaWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
The specialty blog feature roundups for 2023 have The specialty blog feature roundups for 2023 have begun! And we're kicking it off with "Dearly Beloved: Polka Dot Wisdom Posts of 2023 You Loved" – looking back on some of your favourite Polka Dot Wisdom blogs you kept coming back to for all your wedding planning wisdom!⁠ ⁠ Click the link in our bio to revisit these beauties! ⁠ ⁠ Image by @elkandfir⁠ ⁠ [Image Description: A couple stands facing each other on an outdoor dance floor, surrounded by their loved ones all holding sparklers around them. The couple are grinning at each other. She wears a long-sleeved white wedding gown and he is in a dark beige wedding jacket and black pants.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #PolkaDotWisdom #WeddingPro #WeddingVendor #WeddingProfessional #WeddingInterview⁠
“Don’t get bogged down too much in the minutia “Don’t get bogged down too much in the minutiae or worries that things will go wrong. Things will go slightly wrong at some point, but remember that you're in love, you’ve got each other’s backs and everyone at the wedding is there to cheer you on. If you slip during the dance or cry too much out of joy, your guests will only love and applaud it.” – @louisafitzy & @djandrewmcclelland⁠ ⁠ What happens when you throw a wedding and your guest list is filled with performers? Set in Fitzroy, this quirky, vintage wedding showcases the art of organised chaos!⁠ ⁠ To see more of Andy & Lou's charming wedding – head to the link in our bio ASAP!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @kyraboyerweddings / Venue: @thepanamadiningroom / Ceremony Officiant: @holliejamescelebrant / Cinematographer: @anthonynoack / Flowers: @flowerjar / Wedding Cake: @digbycakes / DJ: @djandrewmcclelland / Bride's Dress: @lucidibelladesign / Bride's Shoes: @loefflerandall / Bride's Veil/Hair Accessories: @boutiquebybrendalee / Wedding Ring: @susannah_gai / Wedding Ring: @jenniekwondesigns / Hairstylist: @thedistinctivedame / Makeup Artist: @dana_makeupartist / Artist: #AnneBarnetson⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: walking down the steps of the Melbourne Conservatory, Lou & Andy are arm-in-arm. Lou is wearing a stunning vintage-inspired satin dress that hits her ankles and has a bow detail on the strap. She's holding a colourful bouquet that matches Andy's boutonniere. He's wearing a white-tie outfit straight from the 1920s; complete with a tophat, waistcoat and tux.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: standing under a signpost pointing to the toilets, model tudor village and fairies tree, Lou & Andy are now in the park of the conservatory. With their hands lifted to their foreheads as they comically look in opposite directions.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #QuirkyVintageWedding #VintageInspiredWedding #WesAndersonInspiredWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
“The advice we would give to people planning the “The advice we would give to people planning their day is to stick to what is important to YOU! Don’t worry about traditions, don’t worry about public opinion, don’t even worry about family and friendship pressures (if you can!) This is YOUR day, and it should be enjoyed in the way you see fit.” – @inspirelucy & @motleyfarm⁠ ⁠ On this gorgeous spring day in the Yarra Valley, Rachael and Adam had a super intimate lunchtime wedding. The focus of the day? Good food and even better company. ⁠ ⁠ You won't miss a single detail from this glamorous wedding – swipe to see more of Rachel's stunning dress and veil.⁠ ⁠ Check it out now – live on Polka Dot Featured.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @tanyachallice / Accommodation: @charnwoodcottages / Band: @raleighwilliamssings / Beverages: @wildbrumbydistillery / Bride's Jewellery: @Bianc_jewellery / Bride's Veil/Hair Accessories: @kimalphabridal / Catering: @essentialcatering_events / Ceremony Officiant: @natsproal.melbournecelebrant / Flowers: @gillianpollard / Groom's Attire: @thecountryoutfitters / Groom's Shoes: @rmwilliams / Hairstylist: @khairstylist_ / Invitations & Stationery: @catepepperdesigns / Makeup Artist: @danamakeupartistry / Venue: @bulongestate / Wedding Cake: @katscakesmelbourne / Styling: @imbueweddings / Bride's Dress: @rachelgilbertau / Wedding Ring: @rachelbethjewellery / Grooms Barber: @sanantoniobarbers⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: Rachel is staring up at Adam with a smile as they hold hands. She is wearing a stunning gold dress that is covered in jewel flowers and colours. Adam is wearing a blue blazer and tan slacks. Behind them are the rolling hills of a winery.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: The couple is now standing on a grassy patch surrounded by low tree branches. Rachael is standing behind Adam with her hands resting on his back. Her veil is flowing behind her, with small flower details littered across the fabric. Adam is smiling as they both look off in the distance.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #VictorianWedding #BedazzledWeddingDress #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
For your weekly dose of fashion inspiration, we're For your weekly dose of fashion inspiration, we're proud to present the latest collection from @truvellebridal⁠. Named after female activists across the globe, Truvelle's 2024 collection honours the tireless advocacy and resilience exemplified by its namesakes. The collection features size inclusivity, with an extended size range to celebrate every bride's unique beauty and individuality. ⁠ ⁠ Truvelle’s 2024 Collection, like the collections before it, features models of various sizes wearing the gowns, so brides can see how they fit on a range of bodies and sizes.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @emilydelphine_photography / Hair & Makeup Artist: @emilycollinsmua / Model: @saneloucissokho / Model Agency: @dominiquemodels_official / Model: @karinakrayz / Model Agency: @premiermodels / Location: @visitmalta / Shoot Assistant: @laurajodoin / Australian Stockist: @moonstruckbride / Designer: @truvellebridal⁠ ⁠ [Image description: this is a photo of two models wearing wedding gowns. They are standing in front of a sand-coloured stone cliff, both facing the camera. The model on the left is standing slightly behind the second model, with her hand on her shoulder. They are both wearing the same strapless ivory gown. The overall feel of the photo is a whimsical relaxed beach photoshoot.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #BridalFashion #BridalCouture #WeddingGown #WeddingDress #bride #fashion #AustralianFashion #BridalGown #BridalStyle #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #WeddingBlog

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