Sarah & TraecyWe couldn’t think of a better engagement shoot that is so quintessential “Australia” for The Australia Issue than today’s story of Sarah and Traecy and their Australian farm engagement. The golden rolling plains, the treescapes and hills, the landscape dotted with sunburnt grass, this is the Australia that speaks so much of Australian
Ash & PatA wedding is often such a brilliant reflection of a couple’s community. And for Ash and Pat, there really couldn’t have been any other way to do it. They adorned their day (held at the beautiful oh so historic Springhurst Butter Factory) with olive branches from the groom’s parents own olive grove, the bride’s
Alana & Kevin“We were conscious of keeping it traditional but making the day our own. We made sure to include things such as the first dance and cutting the cake but were happy to let some of the other traditions go.” For Alana and Kevin, their day was just as traditional and just as they
Megan & MilesFor Megan & Miles, there really was no better way to tie the knot than an intimate dinner reception at the iconic Lake House Daylesford, one of their very favourite weekend spots. The pair narrowed their guest list to ensure they had plenty of time with each guest, filling their day with stunning florals
Micaela and LachThe mighty Murray is one of those quintessential parts of Australia, and so very apt as we celebrate all things Australia Issue. For Micaela and Lach, bare feet, a bottle of beer and the setting sun made it just about perfection as they captured their engagement story with Pure Mac Photography. “We got there
Kate & TimUtterly dreamy, today’s outdoor garden wedding was held in the country sunshine at Narmbool Estate. The bride and groom got crafty with some wedding DIY, the sunset was sublime and an ice cream cart arrived for dessert! Smith + Archer captured the day.A meet, cute worthy of the movies, Kate and Tim met in 2009
Minimal styling within a modern setting is so sought after at the moment, and tody’s editorial brings to life pared-back beauty and effortless style in a way that celebrates not just the beauty of a season, but the magic of the transition, of old becoming new, of green becoming brown and all the in-between.Set at
Ash & LaurieThere is nothing like the Australian country landscape and when it comes to a wedding, there are few settings quite as stunning. For Ash and Laurie, there could be nowhere else to tie the knot, than the very farm where Ash spent so much of her childhood making memories. The pair, who chose Sarah
Sonja & PaulIf spring is about one thing, it’s colour. Plenty of it, and in abundance. So when we spied Sonja’s amazing colourful skirt, we couldn’t resist including this beauty in The Spring Issue.For Sonja and Paul, who chose photographer Jackson Grant to capture their vibrant spring day, nothing was more important than doing their wedding their
Laura & ColebyIf you’re happiest at home, if your favourite memories are under the trees, playing backyard cricket and dancing on the grass, then what venue could be better to tie the knot? For Laura and Coleby, they wanted a day free from stress, a day that was casual, love-filled and relaxed. And they chose
Jess & RyanIf there is one thing you need to do before diving into today’s wedding, it’s turn up Pete Murray’s “Saving Grace” and settle in. The song, chosen by the gorgeous Jess & Ryan for their first dance, it turns out, is also the most apt background music to share in their day.Set at
Kitty & AndrewWe’re always big fans of stories, but it is truly something special when we know the bride or groom and get to share their tale. Today the gorgeous bride? None other than one of our merry Polka Dot Directory members, the wonderful Kitty Kulman! You might think a celebrant, who has seen hundreds
Jo & AndyIn a day that today’s happy couple, Jo and Andy describe as “modern, classic & fun” the glamour, the elegance was there in spades. An outdoor ceremony, which moved inside at the last minute, set against the beautiful city backdrop, the most beautiful entree to a celebration that was understated, curated and focussing
Jenna & RileyDreamy and romantic, today’s wedding is a modern country celebration filled with love! With sleek and chic details on reception tables, simple foliage bouquets for the bridesmaids and homegrown succulents as favours, the whole shebang is utterly magical! Jackson Grant captured it all.Growing up together, Jenna and Riley also attended the same school. The bride
Candice & JarrodIt was Candice’s favourite day of the year, Christmas Eve when her beloved boyfriend of eight years Jarrod popped the question, “I was unwrapping my Christmas present and found a surprise indeed! Jarrod proposed to me with one of his Nan’s diamond rings, which was so gratuitously gifted to Jarrod by his mum”
