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Lauren & Rory’s Surprise Engagement Turned Wedding in St Kilda

30.09.25
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We’re pausing our usual content today to send al We’re pausing our usual content today to send all our love to everyone impacted by the Bondi tragedy.⁠ ⁠ Violence of any kind is something we strongly condemn. Our love, hearts and thoughts are with all those affected. ⁠ There is so much grief and so many difficult moments in the world right now, and we’re always conscious of how and when we speak. We don’t always know how to acknowledge the many, many issues we are passionate about. But today we wanted to pause and acknowledge this horrible day in Australian history. ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A navy blue background with a white heart.]
⁠We believe every wedding story deserves to be t ⁠We believe every wedding story deserves to be told by the people who lived it – not filtered through someone else’s lens.⁠ ⁠ Polka Dot You is where couples share their day in their own words, with heart, honesty and joy. It’s not about being perfect - it’s about being true. We’re here to help you shape your story so it shines.⁠ ⁠ If you’d love to share your story in 2026, we’d love to hear from you! DM us or head to the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @laconic_photographic⁠ ⁠ [Image description: ⁠A shot of a bride holding up a champagne flute, wearing white heart sunglasses as colourful ribbons float around her in the wind.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotYou #YourDayYourWay #RealWeddings #WeddingStories⁠
History meets modern editorial magic in this roman History meets modern editorial magic in this romantic red wedding inspiration. Unfolding inside the Mural Hall at Abbotsford Convent, filled with sculptural florals, rich tones and intentional design.⁠ ⁠ It’s dramatic, intimate and impossibly beautiful. Tap the link in our bio to explore the full shoot.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @emilyrose.photographer_ / Content Creator: @foreverfoxy_xo / Invitations & Stationery: @atactileperception / Styling: @saidstudio.events / Flowers: @stelo.studio / Makeup Artist: @beautybyvahnessa⁠ ⁠ [Video description: Short clips of the shoot play across the video as gothic music plays in the background.] ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #RedWedding
⁠⁠Green rooted this year’s weddings in somet ⁠⁠Green rooted this year’s weddings in something timeless.⁠ ⁠ From sage linens to forest-toned stationery, each detail was grounding, refreshing, quietly luxurious.⁠ ⁠ In 2025, green wasn’t the background; it was the thread weaving celebrations together.⁠ ⁠ Photographers in order of appearance: @the.infinity.collective / @daisyandpineweddings / @anicahofmannphotography / @gretawolzakweddings⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: ⁠three bridesmaids stand at the ceremony, holding whimsical green, white and pink bouquets. The two bridesmaids on the ends wear a deep green silky gown, while the one in the middle wears the same dress in black.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: ⁠The bride and groom both paint with green on a canvas that sits outdoors, with the late afternoon sun as their light.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: ⁠A close-up of a groom's outfit as someone pins a silver brooch to the lapel of his green suit. He's also wearing a cape that drapes over his shoulders.⁠ ⁠ Image four description: ⁠An outdoor bar set up in green and white tones, with postcard illustrations of all the places the bride and groom have visited together. A green menu sits at the top showcasing the available drinks.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #GreenWeddings #GreenWedding #GreenDetails #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
⁠Yellow details ignited 2025. From marigold bouq ⁠Yellow details ignited 2025. From marigold bouquets to buttercream textiles and honey-hued candlelight, it carried joy into every wedding it touched.⁠ ⁠ It’s a colour that never tries too hard; it simply brightens the room, the table, the moment.⁠ ⁠ Sunshine, in detail form.⁠ ⁠ ⁠Photographer in order of appearance: @mottaweddings / @rosephotosau / @ngcreativestudio / @colcheedasphotography⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: ⁠A bride stands in a vineyard, with her bridesmaids surrounding her, fixing pieces of her outfit as the wind blows through the shot. Each member of the shot holds a vibrant yellow and blue bouquet as they all wear white or champagne dresses.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: ⁠Bridesmaids in yellow gowns stand off to the side of a ceremony, holding bouquets of yellow daisies.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: ⁠A shot of yellow marigolds hanging in the sky.⁠ ⁠ Image four description: ⁠The couple kiss behind a yellow "zoncello" cart holding a tower of coupes overflowing with limoncello spritz. The groom and bride both wear white.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #YellowWeddings #YellowWedding #YellowDetails #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
Orange was a slow-burn favourite this year – ter Orange was a slow-burn favourite this year – terracotta accents, sunlit petals, glowing glassware, and warm details that wrapped celebrations in radiance.⁠ ⁠ Across our 2025 features, it showed up softly, boldly, and in every shade in between.⁠ ⁠ Photographers in order of appearance: @gretawolzakweddings / @georgiawiggs / @georgiawiggs / @brenton_cox / @gretawolzakweddings⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: ⁠a close-up of the beautiful details from this orange lehenga, including the stunning gold jewellery.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: ⁠This pair of almost-newlyweds stands in front of a window, creating a sparkle effect as the sunlight dances off the bride's orange gown. Her partner holds her hands as they wear an orange-and-pink outfit.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: ⁠A beautiful orange floral arrangement surrounded by heirloom tomatoes and zucchinis.⁠ ⁠ Image four description: ⁠A cake sits on a rustic white stand with simple white icing and dried orange slices as decor.⁠ ⁠ Image five description: ⁠A guest holds the bride's bouquet at an outdoor ceremony, full of beautiful white, orange and blue florals.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #OrangeWeddings #OrangeWedding #OrangeDetails #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
It’s that time of year, so let’s do it: Polka It’s that time of year, so let’s do it: Polka Dot Wedding’s Top Weddings of 2025. The twist? Every single one made the list. Sharing your wedding day with the world takes guts. Letting us tell your story is a huge act of trust, and it’s something we never take for granted. So we don’t pick favourites and you won’t find us making “best of” lists. For every couple who feels that little thrill seeing their day “make it,” there is another who might wonder why theirs didn’t. We just don’t believe in making those kinds of calls. So here is our honest list: every single wedding story we published this year, well over 130 of them. Every one is our favourite. Every story is special. Every couple deserves to be celebrated. Thank you to all the couples and vendors who let us be part of your memories this year. We are grateful for every single one. There are too many photographers to credit here, but you will find all these weddings and their dream teams linked on Polka Dot Wedding. If you want us to point you to a particular one, just ask. [Reel Description: The reel opens with a blue title screen that reads, “Polka Dot Wedding’s Top Weddings of 2025,” in white text. The video then transitions into a fast-paced montage, showing short clips and photos from every single wedding story featured on Polka Dot Wedding throughout the year. The visuals highlight laughter, hugs, unique moments, candid smiles, and joyful scenes. Each one represents a real wedding shared on the blog in 2025. The reel closes with two blue screens. The first reads, “Thank you to each of the 130+ couples and vendors we featured this year.” The final screen simply says, “It was an honour.”]

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