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Ellie & Harry’s Relaxed DIY Wedding in the Southern Highlands

27.05.25
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Ellie & Harry’s Relaxed DIY Wedding in the Southern Highlands
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Your ceremony space sets the tone for your whole d Your ceremony space sets the tone for your whole day – so what if it could also reflect your values? ⁠ ⁠ On Polka Dot Wisdom, celebrant, @dianafisk is sharing some powerful insights on how to make your wedding ceremony accessible, inclusive, and welcoming for all – whether that's rethinking the layout for mobility access, using thoughtful language, or weaving in meaningful rituals that celebrate every love story.⁠ ⁠ Perhaps this might make you change the way you plan your "I do" moment, because the best weddings? They make everyone feel like they belong. ⁠ ⁠ Read the full article via the link in our bio. ⁠ ⁠ Photography: @georgiawiggs⁠ ⁠ [Image description: This vibrant image captures a joyful moment between two newlyweds proudly showing off their wedding rings. They each hold bold, colourful bouquets featuring red roses, orange tulips, and peach and magenta orchids. One wears a dazzling red sequin dress, while the other sports a bright pink shirt, reflecting a celebration full of personality, pride, and colour. Their colourful nail art and intertwined hands emphasise love, individuality, and inclusivity – a beautiful representation of a modern, joyful wedding.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #PolkaDotWisdom #WeddingPro #WeddingVendor #WeddingProfessional #WeddingInterview
"Don't be scared to ask for help – it is much mo "Don't be scared to ask for help – it is much more special for your friends and family to be participants of the story than just guests." – @saraocepek & @zbdrm⁠ ⁠ The scent of olives in the air, the hum of live music under the stars, and a wedding that felt more like a village celebration! ⁠ ⁠ Sara and Zeb’s big day in Croatia is the kind of story we love to tell. Catch all the joy now on Polka Dot Honeymoons!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @jackchauvelphoto⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: Kissing in a grassy clearing, this couple is basking in the golden hour glow. The bride is wearing a halterneck white gown that flows behind her, while holding a large bouquet full of olive and eucalyptus leaves. The groom is wearing a dark blue suit with a matching buttonhole.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: A shot from the ceremony, with an arbour creeping with olive and eucalyptus leaves and white linen draping.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: At a ruin now, the groom is kissing the hand of his bride as she looks back at the camera in surprise. Their shadows are cast on the stone wall to the left, with rich golden light across the whole photo.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #PolkaDotHoneymoons #FeelGoodWeddings #Honeymoon #HoneymoonIdeas #Honeymoons #Honeymooning #HoneymoonVibes #HoneymoonDiaries #LuxuryTravel #LuxuryHoneymoon #Travel #Travelling #TravelIdeas #CroatianWedding #DestinationWedding
You just got married. The doors open. Everyone che You just got married. The doors open. Everyone cheers. You’re grinning, hand in hand, walking into a room full of the people who love you most. Tell us it’s not magic. Want to see more from these brilliant receptions? Drop the couple’s name in the comments and we’ll DM you the link. Alana & Thomas – @rachaelv.photography Beth & Alex – @natasha_maree_photography Pippa & Joel – #EnchantedWeddingPhotography Bri & Adam – @hungryhearts_co Laura & Jan – @zoemorleyphotography Tarini & Harley – @allmywednesdays Eliza & James – @joeywillis_dearvincent Erin & Bree – @chamorecreations Christine & Luke – @douxweddingcorp Jess & Victor – @kyraboyerweddings Tatjana & Ivan – @saltatelier_wedding 🎥 Video by Alexander Mass [Reel description: Hozier’s yell plays over a couple walking hand in hand down the street. Text overlay introduces a slideshow of couples entering their wedding receptions.] #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #WeddingReception #ReceptionEntrance #WeddingVibes #RealWeddingMoments #JustMarriedFeels
Stationery that doubles as your visual love story? Stationery that doubles as your visual love story? Yes please!! For couples planning their wedding celebrations, your stationery isn’t just pretty paper; it’s the first experience your guests have of your wedding..⁠ ⁠ From illustrated maps and packing guides to personalised welcome notes and menus, Kirsty of @forkeepsillustration is sharing tips on how to work with a stationer to bring your destination wedding to life, beautifully and thoughtfully.⁠ ⁠ For the romantics, the nostalgic, and the ones who still treasure hand-addressed envelopes, you can read the full blog on Polka Dot Wisdom today. It's all part of our Destinations Issue! ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: Mounted on acrylic stands, two hand-illustrated cards hang in mid-air above a bloom of pastel florals for this outdoor reception space. The card on the left reads: "Ceremony: 3:30 - 4:00 p.m. Cocktail Hour: 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. Reception: 5:50 p.m. - Midnight." It features intricate drawings of a bike, pizza, cocktails, and a cake. The card on the right reads "How we met: we met at a park bench in London for our first date. Followed by pizza and ice cream for dinner. A few of our favourite things: Spending time at the museum, riding, sailing, tilly, reading books." with topical illustrations dotting the page.]⁠ ⁠ #WeddingStationery #DestinationWeddingIdeas #CustomInvitations #IllustratedStationery #RomanticPaperGoods #Stationery #WeddingInvitation #Invitation #Design #WeddingInvites #PaperLove #WeddingDetails #InviteDesign #WeddingInvite #InvitationDesign #AustralianInvitations #BespokeInvitation #CustomInvitation #CustomInvites #StationerySuite #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #PolkaDotWisdom #WeddingPro #WeddingVendor #WeddingProfessional #WeddingInterview⁠
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We’re a bit obsessed with @quatquatta, and it’ We’re a bit obsessed with @quatquatta, and it’s hard not to be when you’re looking at Alexandra & Jack’s wedding! Look no further than Quat Quatta!⁠ ⁠ Why is it so perfect? Well, let’s see…⁠ ⁠ ✨ It’s filled with magical locations for your photos – lush green walls, glittery festoon lighting and otherworldly architecture!⁠ ⁠ ✨ Home to award-winning menus, the kind that will have your guests raving about the food for YEARS to come!⁠ ⁠ ✨ The best of both worlds! The mansion, originally from the Victorian Era, has been fully refurbished and now features a contemporary fit-out.⁠ ⁠ ✨ You’ll get endless styling options and a creative team to bring your vision to life⁠ ⁠ ✨ Space for 50 to 160 seated guests or 200 guests for a cocktail-style reception.⁠ ⁠ See more of this incredible venue on the Polka Dot Directory – head to the link in our bio!⁠ ⁠ psst! If you’re a wedding venue in Australia, a Polka Dot Membership could be the right fit for you – check out the deets from the link in our bio now.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @allmywednesdays / Venue: @quatquatta⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: Sitting on a white bench on black and white tiled flooring, this couple are embracing. The groom on the left is wearing a classic tux with a cream jacket, kissing his bride on the forehead. She's wearing a strapless white gown with a long veil flowing on the floor. Above them, a black sign reads "Quat Quatta".⁠ ⁠ Image two description: Walking hand-in-hand, the couple is moving across the tiled floor. The bride is looking back at the camera, while the groom can't stop staring at her.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingVenue #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger
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