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Martie and Luke’s Autumnal Southern Highlands Wedding

07.06.23
Featured Inspired Weddings
Martie and Luke’s Autumnal Southern Highlands Wedding
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Over the past few months, we’ve been lucky enoug Over the past few months, we’ve been lucky enough to feature some truly unforgettable celebrations – and we wanted to highlight these LGBTQIA+ joy weddings. Each one reminds us why we do what we do: because love in all its forms deserves to be seen, celebrated, and cherished.

Here’s to more joy, more love, and more stories like these!

Photographers (in order of apperance): @momentsphotographyau / @lulu_and_lime / @hereafter_weddings / @lulu_and_lime / @leofarrellphoto / @marganphotography

[Image one description: These two brides are wrapped up in a hug, with the one in the back wearing white pants and a matching vest, with her arms wrapping around the front of her wife. The bride in the front is wearing a strapless gown with a thigh split and sheer sleeves.

Image two description: These two grooms are holding hands and laughing as they're showered with confetti after their ceremony, with guests in the background cheering. The groom on the left is wearing a tan suit, while the groom on the right is wearing a green suit.

Image three description: Two brides in a near kiss under a willow tree. The bride on the left is wearing a strapless gown with a long veil, holding her hand on her wife's pregnant belly. The bride on the right is wearing a whimsical gown that flows off her.

Image four description: In front of a vibrant graffiti wall, these two brides are laughing with their dog. The bride on the left is wearing a glittery gold gown, while the bride on the right is wearing an emerald green jumpsuit with wings flowing down her arms.

Image five description: Two grooms sit at a bar, sipping champagne as they sit close together. Wearing matching black tuxedos, they're sharing an intimate moment.

Image six description: With their arms thrown around each other, these brides are having their first look. The bride on the left is wearing a white two-piece dress with long, billowy sleeves. While the bride on the right is wearing a three-piece white suit.]

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Destination wedding goals, but make it English cou Destination wedding goals, but make it English countryside chic! Say “I do” at @monkeyislandestate, a dreamy island venue on the River Thames that’s all romance, history, and luxury.⁠
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The best part? Your wedding here unlocks a complimentary 7-night honeymoon in Malaysia or Borneo. Talk about the ultimate happily-ever-after!⁠
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From the iconic Wedgewood Suite to the one-of-a-kind floating spa, every corner of this venue is pure magic.⁠
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Read more today from our travel Honeymoons expert, Lisa Perkovic via the link in our bio. ⁠
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Photography: @monkeyislandestate⁠
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[Image description: A beautifully styled corner inside the historic Wedgewood Suite at Monkey Island Estate. The space features dark wood-paneled walls and tall windows that flood the room with natural light. Above, an ornate plaster ceiling in duck-egg blue with intricate white detailing adds grandeur and elegance. Two upholstered armchairs with patterned cushions sit by a small round table adorned with a fresh floral arrangement. A woven basket and a leather tote with a blanket rest on the polished wooden floor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.]⁠
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Relaxed, authentic, and full of heart, @bedroom.st Relaxed, authentic, and full of heart, @bedroom.studio_ specialises in capturing moments exactly as they are!⁠
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Behind the lens are Chris & Casey, a Newcastle-based duo who’ve documented over 1,500 weddings across the Hunter Valley, Central Coast, Sydney, and beyond.⁠
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From candid photos to cinematic films in 4K, their team blends in naturally, letting you enjoy the moment while they preserve it all beautifully. Whether you’re after photography, videography, or a complete package, Bedroom Studio tells your story with care, creativity, and style.⁠
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You’ll find them now on the Polka Dot Directory.⁠
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(And if you’re a vendor looking to reach couples, the Directory is waiting for you!)⁠
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[Image description: a couple is standing in their aisle as their guests aim bubble guns at them, showering them in frothy bubbles.]⁠
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“Just remember, no matter what you do, it’s so “Just remember, no matter what you do, it’s so nice to look back and feel like your day was reflective of who you are.” – @bethanyishear⁠
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Not every love story starts with the perfect proposal - sometimes it takes a maple leaf, an egg salad sandwich, and a whole lot of laughter to get there.⁠
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Bethany and Niko's Melbourne wedding was a true reflection of them: creative, relaxed, colourful, and surrounded by their favourite people. From dried flowers to doughnut vans, cats to family-made details, every part of the day was filled with love.⁠
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And it's now live over on Polka Dot Featured!⁠
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Photographer: @danibartlettphotography / Bride's Dress: @teutamatoshi / Venue: @sunshinesocial / Ceremony Officiant & DJ: @melbourne_cityside_celebrant / Audio Visual: @loverphotobooth / Hair & Makeup Artist: @laurieboring⁠
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[Image one description: A couple walking together outdoors on grass. The groom is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and a black tie. The bride is wearing a white dress with daisy patterns and a gold belt. They are looking at each other and smiling.⁠
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Image two description: A close-up of a bouquet held by the bride. The bouquet contains dried and fresh flowers in orange, yellow, red, and white tones, with different textures including wheat stalks and grasses.⁠
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Image three description: The couple cutting a wedding cake together. The bride is now wearing a light-colored cardigan featuring large, colourful flower designs.]⁠
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We're revisiting one of our favourite podcast epis We're revisiting one of our favourite podcast episodes from last year – where we welcomed the delightful @customcelebrations_by_dee to talk all things values and how to vet vendors.⁠
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 Based in Melbourne's northern suburbs, Dee is the perfect guide for today's chat on hiring inclusive, values-aligned vendors. She joins Dot to share her insights on⁠:⁠
🌟 What inclusivity means in the wedding world, extending beyond LGBTQI+ representation to disabilities, neurodivergence, cultural backgrounds and more⁠.⁠
🌟 Red flags to watch for when vetting potential vendors' websites, marketing materials and initial communications⁠.⁠
🌟 Thoughtful questions to ask vendors to gauge if they will create an affirming atmosphere for your day⁠.⁠
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Find the episode with the written transcript on the link in our bio or head to your favourite podcast app to listen!⁠
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[Image description: A graphic that reads "Episode 32 'Vetting Wedding Vendors with Your Values in Mind,' featuring Dee Wild from Custom Celebrations By Dee." all on a dark blue background, with a photo of Dee in the middle tilted slightly, wearing a sparkly top and surrounded by orange tinsel. The bottom reads "The feel good wedding podcast" with a microphone icon.]⁠
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In a world full of pings and pixels, there’s som In a world full of pings and pixels, there’s something undeniably special about holding a wedding invitation, RSVP card, or vow booklet in your hands. These aren’t just pieces of paper, they’re keepsakes. The kind of treasures that end up tucked away in shoeboxes, discovered years later, and instantly remind you that the day really mattered.⁠
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For our Traditions Issue, stationery artist and illustrator Kirsty Wyatt of @forkeepsillustration shares why stationery is far more than aesthetic. It’s about intention, meaning, and marking your love story in a way that lasts.⁠
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Kirsty describes how stationery sets the tone for your wedding and leaves behind a legacy that can’t be deleted from the cloud.⁠
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Tap the link in our bio to read the full feature on Polka Dot Wisdom today. ⁠
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Photography: @forkeepsillustration⁠
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[Image description: A flatlay featuring vintage-inspired wedding details. On a green fabric backdrop sit dried hydrangea petals, old black-and-white family photographs, a teal tin labeled “Swallow Typewriter Ribbon” with a golden bird design, and part of a hand-painted wedding stationery piece with the initials “C & D” framed by a leafy vine and pink border.]⁠
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“From a couple who wanted to elope, but ended up “From a couple who wanted to elope, but ended up having a pretty big wedding, we have absolutely no regrets and would 100% do it all over again” – @mysterycolourer & danthropologist92⁠
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Rustic vibes, a decade of love, and a celebration worth every page. Liza and Daniel’s wedding at Petrichor Farm is now on Polka Dot Featured!⁠
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Photographer: @marganphotography / Alterations: @lusiana_k_ / Getting Ready Robes: @bride_tribe / Bride's Dress: @fashionablyyoursbridal / Bridesmaid Dresses: @stfrock / Dance Lessons: @subsdancedancestudio/ Musicians: @ryandavidmusic / Engagement Ring: @jamesallenrings / Flowers: @peonynpearl / Groom & Groomsmen Attire: @thdr / Groom's Tie & Bowties: @peggyandfinn / Hairstylist: @ajhairandbridal / Makeup Artist: @makeupbysuziie / Venue: @petrichor.farm / Wedding Ring: @arnoldcojewellers⁠
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[Image one description: Strutting towards the camera, this pair of newlyweds is casting sassy looks at each other as they hold hands. The groom is wearing dark green pants and a matching waistcoat, with a white shirt and a floral print bow tie. The bride is wearing a fitted white dress with a deep V in the front, with her bustle hanging from her wrist.⁠
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Image two description: A close-up shot of the bride's bouquet, full of rustic florals. The groom has his hands resting on her hips, while she leans back into him. ⁠
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Image three description: A close-up of the couple kissing, with the sunset illuminating behind them. The bride has wings hanging from the back of her gown, which she's draping up around him as she grabs his hair.]⁠
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