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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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“Chill. I tried to be as easygoing and relaxed a “Chill. I tried to be as easygoing and relaxed about the whole wedding planning process as I could. It’s too easy to get sucked into what a wedding should be, but just make it whatever you want it to be, that’s all that matters!”– @clairedizzle_⁠ ⁠ Jack & Claire are high school sweethearts who, after being together for over a decade, just got married on their family farm in Wagga Wagga! Check out all the eccentric details on Polka Dot Featured – following the link in the bio!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @jas_elkavenue / Cinematographer: @olt.media / Bride's Dress: @andforlove / Makeup Artist: @theglowlab.makeupandbeauty / Hairstylist: @ehwagga / Bride's Shoes: @loefflerrandall / Musicians: @bakerboysband / Marquee: @rivpartyhire / Flowers: @flowersbyellen_ / DJ: @vinoandvinylau / Catering: @marbullcatering / Ceremony Officiant: @rosiedayceremonies / Groom's Attire: @mjbale / Bride's Jewellery: @lolaknightofficial / Beverages: @betsysgoodbars⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: In a lush green field, Claire and Jack are standing in post-ceremony bliss. Claire is wearing a white linen gown with puff quarter sleeves and a floor-length skirt. She also has on her mother's wedding veil and is holding her colourful bouquet. Jack is wearing a linen three-piece suit, with a matching ivory waistcoat and jacket and dark blue pants. He's reaching out towards her flowers, while she's lifting her dress so it's not dragging.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #CountryWedding #ColourfulFlowers #FarmWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
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“Take the time to sit back and have a look aroun “Take the time to sit back and have a look around at the people there supporting you on your special day.” – @britttancred & @allanajae⁠ ⁠ For these two, it was love at first putt! Britt and Allana's Rustic Homestead wedding was a beautiful laid-back event to celebrate their love for each other and those around them. ⁠ ⁠ Live on Polka Dot Featured – head to our bio to see more!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @bellemartinphotography / Venue: @mewburnpark / Accommodation: @mewburnpark / Bride's Dress: @leahsdesigns / Alterations: @gingerpinsoriginals / Flowers: @desflora_flowers / Makeup Artist: @jt.makeupartistry / MC: @gretadrane_eventmc / Ceremony Officiant: @kellie.eddycc⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: Britt and Allana are walking back down the aisle post-ceremony, hand-in-hand laughing. Britt is wearing a floor-length white gown with lace detailing and lacey long sleeves. Allana is also wearing a floor-length white gown but with capped lace sleeves and a higher neck. Both brides are holding artificial bouquets – one pink and one blue. There are bubbles floating around them and their guests are out of focus in the background.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #RusticWedding #HomesteadWedding #LGBTQIAWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
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