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How to Choose a Wedding Venue That Actually Reflects Your Values

27.05.26
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How to Choose a Wedding Venue That Actually Reflects Your Values
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James & Esta planned a wedding that felt relaxed, James & Esta planned a wedding that felt relaxed, personal and genuinely fun, and somehow managed to fit in handwritten love letters, live music, cocktail scavenger hunts and a dance floor full of Hawaiian shirts along the way!⁠ ⁠ This is the kind of wedding that reminds you what it’s all about – find it over on Polka Dot Featured.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @nikkirussianphotography / Ceremony Officiant: @loveismagicbysophia / Venue: @bonfirestation / Bride’s Dress: @teutamatoshi / Band: @velvetarchers / Videographer: @lunarossa.films / Groom’s Attire: @briggins_clothiers / Groom’s Shoes: @loakeshoesaustralia / Wedding Ring: @uniformblackstore⁠ ⁠ [Video description: short clips of James & Esta’s wedding play across the screen as “Take Me (To The Moon)” by Ian Asher, D A N N Y plays.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #MoodyWedding #FarmstayWedding
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“Remember that it is your wedding and work toget “Remember that it is your wedding and work together to discuss what you want to include or not include.” – @daniellemarquenie⁠ ⁠ We shared Danielle and Jake’s wedding today on Polka Dot Wedding, and it’s one that really lingers in the best way!⁠ ⁠ Their Austinvilla Estate celebration was heartfelt and full of those quiet, in-between moments that make a wedding feel so personal. ⁠ ⁠ Head over to the website to see the full day!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @laurenwildcreative / Cinematographer: @sunnydayfilms / Makeup Artist: @makeupbystefanienewham / Hairstylist: @millie.hairstylist / Venue: @austinvilla_estate / Flowers: @lavishfloraldesign / Tan: @_villatan / Bride's Dress: @taniaolsendesigns / Bride's Dress: @afterfivebridalandformal / Bride's Jewellery: @bycharlotte_ / Bride's Jewellery: @thewhitecollectionau / Bride's Shoes: @sandlershoes / Alterations: @ossy_brand / Bridesmaid Dresses: @billy_j_boutique / Bridesmaid Accessories: @sipandpearl / Ceremony Officiant: #StevePeach / Engagement Ring: @argylejewellersbrisbane / Favors: #Afriend / Getting Ready Robes: @thewholebride / Cufflinks: @politixmenswear / Groom's Attire: @politixmenswear / Groom's Attire: @tarocash / Groomsmen Attire: @tarocash / Groomsmen Shoes: @tarocash / Invitations & Stationery: #Afriend / Ceremony Musicians: #Afriend / Wedding Cake: #Afriend / Wedding Ring: @austenandblake⁠ ⁠ [Image description in comments.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #ElegantGardenWedding #RealWedding
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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
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