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Modern Love in Australia: Why Couples Are Redefining Marriage Today

25.06.26
Ceremony Wisdom Wedding Planning Wisdom Wisdom
Modern Love in Australia: Why Couples Are Redefining Marriage Today
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We're revisiting some of our favourite details fro We're revisiting some of our favourite details from Ruby and Darcy's love fest – join us on the ride! Moody, non-traditional and full of rustic glamour, we still can't stop thinking about it (obviously!).⁠ ⁠ 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: EasternMaar Aboriginal Corporation⁠ ⁠ [Image descriptions: ⁠ One: a shot of the couple standing behind a red satin wall with a heart cutout in the middle. They're both holding their ring fingers up to show off their new sparkling rings. Ruby wears a deep red tiered lace gown, while Darcy wears a dark brown suit. ⁠ ⁠ Two: Red fringed lampshades hang overhead a bar inside a marquee. A crystal chandelier sits among green and red florals on the bar top, with long tables visible in the background.⁠ ⁠ Three: Two photos laid over each other, one of Ruby standing at the ceremony, eucalyptus trees in the background. The second is a close-up shot of the moody red florals.⁠ ⁠ Four: Guests paint on a giant canvas in the woods, both wearing black and red clothing. The oil painting itself is full of deep greens, reds and black.⁠ ⁠ Five: Ruby holding her hand out for guests to take a closer look at her rings. A joyful smile lighting up her face.⁠ ⁠ Six: Another angle of the florals and crystal light piece on the bar top, although now you can see more of the marquee itself. Festoon lighting hangs across the room, and guests can be seen milling around.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #LoveFest #FestivalWedding #NonLegalWedding #RealWedding
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