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Alfresco Honeymoons: Relaxation and Adventure for Every Couple

20.11.25
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Alfresco Honeymoons: Relaxation and Adventure for Every Couple
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Lisa Perkovic
The Alfresco Issue

As the weather warms up, we’re celebrating the magic of outdoor weddings! Picture gorgeous receptions under the setting sun and dancing beneath the stars.

We’ll cover everything from stunning styling ideas to practical planning tips – like wet weather backup plans and all those important outdoor wedding considerations.

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“Don’t worry so much about what might go wrong “Don’t worry so much about what might go wrong. On the day, nothing can truly ruin your wedding – just focus on enjoying the moment, celebrating with your loved ones, and soaking in all the joy.” – @danichene & @kav_abey ⁠ ⁠ “Enchanted” wasn’t just the song that played as Danielle walked down the aisle – it was the feeling that lingered all day long. ⁠ ⁠ With honey tones, soft florals, and the warmth of family all around, Danielle and Kavindra’s summer garden wedding at @sunnybrae_estate was something out of a dream. ⁠ ⁠ Find it now over on Polka Dot Featured!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @dusktilldawnfilms / Groom & Groomsmen Attire: @oscarhunttailors / Styling: @memorylaneadelaide / Ceremony Venue: @sunnybrae_estate / Flowers: @botanicalarchitecture / Band: @bakerboysband / Signage: @Classink_designs⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: A newly married couple stands outside a modern glass-fronted wedding venue with a glowing “IKOS” sign above the entrance. The bride, wearing a white strapless gown with a full skirt, smiles as she holds a champagne glass. The groom, in a black tuxedo, kisses her forehead while holding her bouquet.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: A vibrant close-up of floral arrangements featuring pastel blue hydrangeas, soft pink and white blooms, and bright yellow orchids. The flowers are bathed in sunlight, with lush green trees softly blurred in the background.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: The couple are pouring champagne into their coupe tower, with each glass decorated with a delicate ribbon.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #SummerWedding #SummerGarden #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
Wedding dance floors are better than ever! There's Wedding dance floors are better than ever! There's no better time to book your wedding musos, right?⁠ ⁠ Meet @melbentco⁠ – this Melbourne crew have a HUGE list of talented musicians on their books. From DJs to pack your dance floor to live singers and musos (like this saxophonist!). Ceremony to the reception? This is your one-stop shop.⁠ ⁠ Get your dance floor sorted – by checking out the team on the Polka Dot Directory, at the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ Oh, and if you're a wedding vendor? Sign up today and join the Polka crew! (link in bio)⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @marieluises⁠ ⁠ [Image description:⁠ A lively wedding reception dance floor. Guests of all ages are dancing and celebrating, smiling and laughing together. In the background, a performer in a green jacket and black hat is singing into a microphone beside a saxophonist in a tuxedo. Behind them, two machines release bursts of smoke, adding to the party atmosphere.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger #WeddingEntertainment
If you're planning an outdoor wedding this Summer, If you're planning an outdoor wedding this Summer, then it's important to know that they can often come with their own cheeky surprises, especially when it comes to entertainment!⁠ ⁠ In our latest Alfresco Issue feature with @melbentco, we’re sharing the real tips that make all the difference outdoors, such as:⁠ ⁠ → how to handle wind (and stop microphones from going wild)⁠ → what to know about power and equipment⁠ → how sound travels outside⁠ → where to place your dance floor + lighting for the best vibe⁠ ⁠ AND the must-have plan B that every couple needs.⁠ ⁠ With the right prep (and the right entertainment team), your outdoor wedding will be effortless, magical and full of good music, wind and all.⁠ ⁠ Read the full guide via the link in our bio today. ⁠ ⁠ Photography: @nicstephensphotography⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A lively outdoor wedding scene featuring a saxophonist kneeling on the grass while playing his instrument, wearing sunglasses, a light grey blazer and cream trousers. Around him, smiling guests in stylish semi-formal outfits gather close, laughing and enjoying the moment. A woman in a brown dress leans in with a big smile, while another guest in a burgundy dress beams beside her. A man in a light blazer stands behind them holding a drink. Warm sunlight and large cream umbrellas set the tone for a fun, relaxed alfresco celebration.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #TheAlfrescoIssue #AlfrescoWeddings #OutdoorWeddings #AlfrescoCeremony #OutdoorCeremony #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #PolkaDotWisdom #WeddingPro #WeddingVendor #WeddingProfessional #WeddingInterview⁠ ⁠
“Don’t make choices on behalf of other people, “Don’t make choices on behalf of other people, do things that bring the two of you joy!” – @brandon_b_lo ⁠ ⁠ Zesty dress code? Tick. ⁠ ⁠ Queer joy? Overflowing. ⁠ ⁠ Jewish tradition? Woven into every moment!⁠ ⁠ Brandon and Dan’s Melbourne wedding was a celebration that didn’t just sparkle: it glowed, captured in all its glorious chaos by Nat of We Are All Stardust. ⁠ ⁠ Their full feature is now live (and trust us), you’re going to want to see this one – link is in the bio.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @weareallstardust_ / Accessories: @stateofelliott / Venue: @zincatfederationsquare / Flowers: @fernandfallowevents / Ceremony Venue: @fed.square / Groom's Attire: @perte_dego / Cinematographer: @thesewildeyesvideo / Wedding Ring: @cushlawhitingjewellery / Chuppah Music: @skovmusic⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: In a greenhouse bursting with green and red tones, this couple pose in front of the camera. The groom on the left is wearing a slate-green suit with delicate silver embroidery down the front and the end of the sleeves. He is resting his arms and weight on his groom's shoulder, with one leg kicked up behind. The other groom is wearing a deep blue suit with colourful green and orange floral embroidery in the same spots as his groom. ⁠ ⁠ Image two description: Guests look on as the groom's ceremony takes place under a chuppah, as light floods in the large geometric windows behind them.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: Here is a close-up look at their suits, as the couple sits and holds hands.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding
Melbourne friends, we know you’ll feel this - sp Melbourne friends, we know you’ll feel this - spring (let alone summer) has barely whispered at us this year. So we went looking for those moments that only happen when the sun is warm on your skin. The puffer jackets come off, the evenings stretch long, and wedding season feels full and bright. Here are a few of our favourite moments (from real PDW weddings) that feel unmistakably like summer. 1. Quiet moments in the garden. Nikeisha & Jonathan, captured by @daisyandpineweddings 2. Ceremonies outdoors, surrounded by the best people. Michaela & Scott, captured by @kirrajayde at @wattleparkchalet 3. Dappled shade during vows. Ariana & Matt, captured by @vanessanorrisphoto 4. Wandering through the gardens in the heat of the day. Stacey & Tom, captured by @itsbeautifulhere 5. Toasts under festoon lights. Claudia & Will, captured by @jmtweddings 6. Dresses in every colour. Isabel & Jack, captured by @_wildheart.photography 7. Speeches as the sun sinks low. Claudia & Will, captured by @jmtweddings 8. Coloured glassware catching the light. Courtney & Al, captured by @kittyloveslove 9. Golden hour portraits. Briony & Zach, captured by @redeclectic 10. Bright florals and fresh fruit. Matt & Olivia, captured by @mottaweddings (continued in comments)
Can you feel it too? That growing pull back to nat Can you feel it too? That growing pull back to nature… to wild horizons, to quiet moments, to places that remind us of who we are when the world slows down.⁠ ⁠ Our latest Honeymoons feature for Polka Dot Wedding is a love letter to Mother Earth. Her sacred landscapes, her rhythms, and the deep sense of connection she offers to couples seeking something more meaningful after “I do.”⁠ ⁠ From the ancient beauty of the Dolomites to the soul-stirring Mongolian wilderness, from the rainforests and outback of Australia to the ethereal winters of Japan, this story honours honeymoons that are rooted in presence, simplicity, and awe.⁠ ⁠ A reminder that the most unforgettable journeys aren’t always the most elaborate. They’re the ones that bring us home to ourselves.⁠ ⁠ Captured beautifully by @lina_hayes⁠, this story first appeared on Mindfully Wed, and we’re so glad to now share it as part of Polka Dot Wedding!⁠ ⁠ Click the link in our bio to read more about these breathtaking honeymoon locations. ⁠ ⁠ Photography: @lina_hayes⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A bride and groom stand on a rocky cliff overlooking a dramatic river gorge in the Australian outback. The couple faces away from the camera, embracing as they look out over winding water, rugged red cliffs, and vast open plains dotted with greenery. The bride wears a lace gown with her hair in a low, floral-adorned updo, while the groom is dressed in a white shirt and khaki pants. The golden light of late afternoon casts a warm glow over the sweeping landscape, creating a serene and romantic scene.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #PolkaDotHoneymoons #FeelGoodWeddings #Honeymoon #HoneymoonIdeas #Honeymoons #Honeymooning #HoneymoonVibes #HoneymoonDiaries #LuxuryTravel #LuxuryHoneymoon #Travel #Travelling #TravelIdeas
“We felt incredibly grateful to all the guests w “We felt incredibly grateful to all the guests who had flown in from the UK, making it even more special. All we wanted was a big party, and that's exactly what we got.” – @fionnamcnee ⁠ ⁠ We can’t get enough of this one: a Scottish wedding dream brought to life under the warm Margaret River sun. ⁠ ⁠ From tartan ribbons woven through bouquets to a handfasting ceremony and the sound of bagpipes echoing through the gardens, every detail was steeped in heritage, heart and a whole lot of joy.⁠ ⁠ See all the beautiful moments (and the tartan twirls!) on Polka Dot Featured now!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @photogerson / Venue: Riverglen Chalets / Reception Venue: @margaretriverdistillery / Wedding Planner: @erin.hansen.events / Ceremony Officiant: Diane Moore / Catering: @cheeselouisemr / Flowers: @scentiment_flowers / Band: @gallusceilidhband / Musicians: @brightsiderofficial / Musicians: @south.sound.events / Hair & Makeup Artist: @emilybarnes.hair / Hair & Makeup Artist: @makeupbyscout_ / Hair & Makeup Artist: @makeupbyindi_ / Bag Piper: @perthbagpipes / Cinematographer: @noordinaryloveweddings / Dessert Table: @harlequindessert / Bride's Dress: @truesociety_tuscanybridal / Groom & Groomsmen Attire: @the.house.of.tartan.perth / Wedding Ring: @rohanjewellers ⁠ [Image one description: A groom dressed in traditional Scottish attire, including a tartan kilt, smiles warmly as he stands opposite his bride. The bride, wearing an off-the-shoulder ivory gown and long veil, holds her vows wrapped with a piece of tartan fabric.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: ⁠A close-up look of the groom's kilt and sporran, with a red and green tartan pattern.⁠ ⁠ Image three description: ⁠The newlyweds share a joyful moment by a champagne tower. The bride, still in her elegant off-the-shoulder gown, smiles as the groom takes a sip from one of the coupe glasses. The table is adorned with vibrant florals in red, pink, orange, and green.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #ScottishWedding #FusionWedding #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding

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