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02.02.23
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Ms Polka (Dorothy)
The After Dark Issue

Weddings take on a special magic after sunset. Think city lights, candlelit tables, bold night photography, and unexpected moments.

This month, we celebrate all that’s moody, sparkling, and unforgettable.

The fun that only happens when the sun goes down.

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Not every wedding wants to be bathed in light. Som Not every wedding wants to be bathed in light. Some are made for candlelit stone walls, vaulted ceilings, and rooms that have been holding stories for a century or more.⁠ ⁠ We've pulled together the most moody, gothic and dramatic wedding venues in Australia, from ancient cave systems in Queensland to heritage gaols in Melbourne, deconsecrated churches in Victoria to Gothic Revival mansions on Sydney Harbour!⁠ ⁠ The After Dark Issue is here, and this list is for the couples who've always been drawn to the darker, moodier, more mysterious side of things.⁠ ⁠ Photo by @littlewhitespacephotography⁠ and @liminalwonderland at @provenance_weddings⁠ ⁠ [Image description: Captured through a brick arch doorway, this cavernous room is lined with brick walls, high windows, dark beams and dark wooden benches. All leading up to a recessed arch full of florals, with glowing candles sitting on the ground on either side.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #TheAfterDarkIssue #AustralianWeddings #RealWeddings #EveningWeddings
For couples who'd rather be present than perfectly For couples who'd rather be present than perfectly posed... say hello to @littlewhitespacephotography!⁠ ⁠ Capturing everything from windswept adventures to packed dance floors, Kas combines editorial style with genuine emotion across film, digital, Super 8, camcorder and content creation.⁠ ⁠ Take a peek at their Polka Dot Directory listing to find out more!⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: A black-and-white shot of this newlywed couple having their first dance on a checkerboard dance floor. The groom, dressed in a white tuxedo jacket, lifts his bride, who is wearing a beaded mini dress and white heels. They smile at each other while guests gather around beneath a white marquee tent, clapping and watching. ⁠ ⁠ Image two description: Later on in the night the newlyweds share a pizza. The groom looks up as the bride holds a slice of pizza above him.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger
Everyone seems to be chasing a European summer rig Everyone seems to be chasing a European summer right now, but today's shoot is proof you don't need a plane ticket to capture that feeling!⁠ ⁠ Inspired by the romance and elegance of Italy and Spain, this modern editorial delivers all the sun-soaked magic, dramatic fashion moments and effortless glamour we could ask for. ⁠ ⁠ Head to Polka Dot Featured for the full shoot now!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @linzierussophoto / Flowers & Decor: @floralanecreative / Accessories: @dovegreybridal / Dresses: @whitelilycouture / Venue: @goodwater_ridge / Cinematographer: @films.bytay / Makeup Artist: @melitamcdonnell.mua / Hairstylist: @daisieandme / Model: @shaeswasbrookmurray / Model: @kate.trowbridge⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image descriptions in comments.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #WeddingInspiration #WeddingIdeas #Wedding #Weddings #WeddingInspo #StyledShoot #AustralianWedding #WeddingStyle #CreativeWedding #EuropeanStyledShoot #WeddingBlog
A lion dance can be one most memorable moments of A lion dance can be one most memorable moments of a wedding. But it's much more than entertainment.⁠ ⁠ Rooted in Chinese and Vietnamese tradition, it's performed to bring good fortune, prosperity and happiness, and to mark the beginning of a new chapter for the couple.⁠ ⁠ Andrew Caihoang of @dbqaliondance breaks down what couples should know before booking one. The cultural significance, when to schedule it, venue considerations, etiquette, and how to tailor the performance to your celebration.⁠ ⁠ Read the full story today via the link in bio.⁠ ⁠ Photography: @brightlightweddings⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A traditional Chinese lion dance performer in a vivid red and purple costume fills the frame at a Melbourne wedding reception. The lion's elaborately decorated head features swirling patterns, glowing eyes and bright yellow and gold detailing. Guests watch from the edges of the timber-floored venue, which is lit with purple uplighting and festooned with greenery overhead.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #WeddingProfessional #WeddingInterview⁠ #LionDance⁠ ⁠
“Start planning early! We only had about 5 month “Start planning early! We only had about 5 months, and it felt very hectic; every spare moment was spent planning.” – @ruby.bovill & @darcy.j.spencer⁠ ⁠ Not every love story needs a proposal (or a wedding for that matter). Not every commitment needs to look the same. Ruby and Darcy chose to celebrate their relationship in a way that felt right for them, surrounding themselves with the people they love and creating a day that was as meaningful as it was joyful!⁠ ⁠ Their full Love Fest is live on Polka Dot Featured now!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @little_chief_photography / Band: @ziggyzeitgeist / Catering: @eatpollys / Wedding Planner: @saidstudio.events / Ceremony Styling: @saidstudio.events / Beverages: @cocktailcart / Bride's Dress: #MirrorPalais / Engagement Ring: @eloisefalkiner / Groom's Attire: @belanceworld / Flowers: @soflower____ / Hair & Makeup Artist: @nikizshamakeupartist / Bride's Jewellery: @sacreflux / Marquee: @elderberryevents_ / Wedding Cake: @good.good.cake / Traditional Owner: #EasternMaarAboriginalCorporation⁠ ⁠ [Image description in comments.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #LoveFest #FestivalWedding #NonLegalWedding #RealWedding
“Your wedding should be filled with the people y “Your wedding should be filled with the people you genuinely want beside you, celebrating you and your love.” - @itsbradjardine & @davidjardinemorris⁠ ⁠ We're always going to be drawn to weddings that put people at the centre of everything, and Brad and David's celebration did exactly that!⁠ ⁠ If you're planning a wedding and looking for a reminder that the best celebrations are often the ones centred around connection, you'll want to read this one.⁠ ⁠ Head to Polka Dot Featured to find their full feature now!⁠ ⁠ ⁠Photographer: @blackandcophoto / Venue: @thebethnal / Flowers: @demavi_weddings / Ceremony Officiant: @venitamanningcelebrant / DJ: @red_seven_group_entertainment / Hair & Makeup Artist: @elc_mua / Content Creator: @hercreativelens.wed / Wedding Cake: @cremeble / Groom's Attire: @institchu⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: Two newlyweds stand close together beneath leafy greenery, holding hands and smiling as they lean in for an intimate moment. One groom wears a dark suit with colourful floral embroidery, while the other wears a light suit with a bow tie and boutonniere. ⁠ ⁠ Imagine two descriptions: A close-up of the grooms embracing, with a hand on the chest and foreheads pressed together. ⁠ ⁠ Image three description: The groom in the embroidered suit sits up on a bartop, while resting his hand on his husband's shoulder. His husband stares up at him with a soft smile as he casually leans against the bar.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #UrbanWedding #BrisbaneWedding #RealWedding
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