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Larissa & Houman’s Charming Winter Elopement in Melbourne

11.11.25
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Planning a wedding in the Hunter Valley Region? Ma Planning a wedding in the Hunter Valley Region? Maybe you’re looking in Maitland or Newcastle? Or even Lake Macquarie or the Central Coast? Say hello to @huntereventsnsw!⁠ ⁠ When it comes to event management, the team at Hunter Events NSW are absolute pros who love creating unforgettable events.⁠ ⁠ And all those big wedding ideas floating around in your head? The team will help you bring those to life while you get to relax and enjoy your day without all the stress of planning!⁠ ⁠ Ready to learn more about Hunter Events NSW? Find them over on the Polka Dot Directory in our bio⁠.⁠ ⁠ psst! Wedding vendors – hit the link in our bio to find out why you need a Polka Dot Membership!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @littlewildflowerphotography_⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: The bride and her bridesmaids sit together on the steps of a white cottage-style building, enjoying drinks and chatting. They wear soft pastel and warm-toned dresses in shades of peach, blue, lilac, yellow, and green.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingPlanner #WeddingPlanning #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger
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“Take some time to step away with your partner, “Take some time to step away with your partner, make sure you see them, the day is about you guys! It’s not about pleasing everyone else.”– @angiekelly__⁠ ⁠ What do you get when you mix a farm full of memories, a couple of postie bikes, and a whole lot of love? ⁠ ⁠ Dom and Angie’s country celebration was pure joy: from a heartfelt garden ceremony beside their homestead to a roof of fairy lights and their baby girl snoozing through the vows. ⁠ ⁠ Head to the link in our bio to see the full feature now.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @Annecooperphotography / Bride's Dress: @mrs_fray / Bridal Salon: @Tikasmith_hair / Bridesmaid Dresses: @billy_j_boutique / Catering: @jess_eatyourgreens / Ceremony Musicians: @Jesse_ford7 / Ceremony Officiant: @Suzieido / DJ: @Scottysax / Engagement Ring: @regencyjewellers / Flowers: @Billieloufloralstudio / Groom & Groomsmen Attire: @blowes_clothing / Rentals: Cowra Hire / Makeup Artist: @Bernie_mcgrath / Wedding Cake: @nakedcakesbymorgan⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: Walking through a field glowing amber with golden hour, this pair, holding hands, are smiling at each other. The bride is wearing a satin off-the-shoulder gown with a beautiful full skirt. The groom is wearing a classic black tux with a black bow tie and brown leather shoes.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: A black and white shot of the bride and her mum before the ceremony, holding her polka dot veil out behind her.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: The newlyweds on a red postie motorbike, with the bride's veil flying behind them.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding #CountryWedding #AlfrescoWedding #FarmWedding
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