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EDITION 34 | $9.95 2019–2020
weddingstas.com.au
YOUR COMPLETE
WEDDING PLANNER
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T H E E S S E N T I A L G U I D E T O W E D D I N G S I N TA S M A N I A
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EDITION 34 – 2019-2020
Editor
Jan Norton
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Design
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Contributing Photographers
Lifestyle Images by Alexandra Grimshaw
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You’re about to embark on one of the most
exciting and fun-filled times in your life. As
with all major ventures, the key to turning
your dream wedding into reality is planning,
planning, planning. So, our thirty-fourth edition
of Weddings Tasmania combines our usual
magazine format with our Wedding Planner.
Inside, you’ll find a host of fresh ideas, tips,
timelines and to-do lists spread across a timeline
counting down to your wedding day. You’ll find
loads of practical information on everything from
choosing your engagement ring to decorating
your venue – right there, when you need it.
This edition also features all the drama and
emotion that takes place in our real wedding
stories. Plus there’s a range of practical articles,
including our Ultimate Guide to Handling
your Big Day, plus how to keep your nerves at
bay so you can make a great wedding speech,
and a plethora of photographic inspiration
and ideas throughout the entire edition.
Weddings Tasmania’s Expo will also be held
at Wrest Point on the 8th September 2019. The
Wedding Expo features loads of prizes and
giveaways, plus a host of wedding professionals
to inspire your wedding plans. And of course,
you wouldn’t want to miss the European-
style catwalk parades, featuring the latest in
exquisite fashion for brides, grooms, wedding
attendants, wedding guests and more. Save
the date, because we’d love to see you there.
So, please join us as we celebrate our thirty-
fourth year. We welcome your ideas. Is there
a topic you’d like us to tackle in future, or
anything you’d like us to add? Please drop us
an email: [email protected].
Congratulations you’re engaged!
Jan Norton
Editor
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Contents
FROM THE EDITOR 7CONTENTS 8THE 2018 WEDDINGS TASMANIA EXPO: UNVEILED 10
JUST ENGAGED! 16HoorAY!!! You JuSt Got EnGAGEd 18
KEEPInG coStS undEr controL 20
tHE uLtIMAtE GuIdE to HAndLInG Your WEddInG dAY 22
GuESt & InVItAtIon LISt 24
tIMELESS ELEGAncE FASHIon FEAturE 28
rEAL WEddInGS 34
AutuMn WEddInG oF tHE YEAr 36
WIntEr WEddInG oF tHE YEAr 40
SPrInG WEddInG oF tHE YEAr 44
SuMMEr WEddInG oF tHE YEAr 48
7 tASMAnIA nEWS FEAturE: LouISE + dAVE 52
JEnnA + MIKE 58
AnnA + dEcLAn 62
SALLY + dAnIEL 66
EMILY + WILLIAM 70
12+ MONTHS 74tHInGS to do 12+ MontHS out 76
tHE GoWn 82
tHE AttEndAntS 83
cItY VEnuES 84
countrY & WILdErnESS VEnuES 94
VInEYArd VEnuES 104
WAtErVIEW VEnuES 110
HoW to PLAn A WEddInG Your GuEStS WILL LoVE 116
MArrIAGE cELEBrAntS 122
MEMorIES 126
cAtErInG 136
9 TO 12 MONTHS 140tHInGS to do 9 to 12 MontHS out 142
tHAnKS For EVErYtHInG 154
tHE WEddInG SPEEcH 156
6 TO 9 MONTHS 166tHInGS to do 6 to 9 MontHS out 168
tHE WEddInG PArtY 170
1 TO 6 MONTHS 174tHInGS to do 3 to 6 MontHS out 176
tHInGS to do 1 to 3 MontHS out 178
30 DAYS TO GO 182tHInGS to do 30 dAYS out 184
onLY onE dAY to Go 188
WEddInG dAY EMErGEncY KIt 189
tIMELInE 190
EMErGEncY contActS 191
DIRECTORY 193
PHOTOGRAPHY: SArAH ELIZA PHotoGrAPHY
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The 2018 Weddings Tasmania Expo: unveiled
Weddings Tasmania’s Annual Wedding Exhibition
turned out to be a spectacular success for the
bride and grooms-to-be who attended this
gala event on Sunday 23rd September 2018.
It was a particularly special event for us, as this
was our first year since our name change from
Bride Tasmania to a more inclusive ‘Weddings
Tasmania’. This change was warmly embraced
by our attendees – especially our LGBTQI
friends. A warm WELCOME to you all!
On the day, brides and grooms-to-be were out
in full force, eagerly sourcing the assistance and
expert advice of our keen wedding suppliers.
With the help of eager wedding professionals,
many wedding plans were put into action, and
many new and innovative ideas were sourced.
The following images reflect some of
the highlights from the 2018 Weddings
Tasmania Expo. Enjoy. ♥
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The Weddings Tasmania Expo is an annual event held in Hobart every year. Check our social media for details.
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Hooray!!! You just got engaged
Once the initial surprise of being engaged
wears off, and the last of the celebratory bubbly
has been drunk, you’ll need to make lots of
decisions. The following section details the
most important things you’ll need to do to get
your wedding planning off to a great start.
Probably the most important bit of advice we
can offer is … enlist the help of your family and
friends. You really don’t have to personally pick
up your wedding cake, drop off the seating
plan, or take the gifts home from your reception
venue. The key word here is ‘delegate’. You’re
likely to find that your wedding attendants,
family and friends will want to lend a hand.
Additionally, and sorry for the shameless plug …
Weddings Tasmania has developed a fabulous
Free Mobile Planning App. This app can be
downloaded free of charge for both Apple and
Android devices. The app will keep you on
track with your wedding tasks, and guide you
seamlessly through the planning process –
from your engagement to your wedding day.
The app will also notify you each day of your next
scheduled task. So there are no longer any excuses
for missing those all-important things to do.
Finally, though we have made every effort
to provide current and accurate information
for planning your wedding. Please use the
following suggestions purely as a guide
only to planning your perfect day. ♥
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Launceston: 6331 5405 | [email protected]: 6234 4488 | [email protected] www.leslees.com.au
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ASK Your BESt FrIEndS or FAMILY to BE PArt oF Your WEddInG PArtY
PoSt or EMAIL Your EnGAGEMEnt PArtY InVItES
PurcHASE Your EnGAGEMEnt rInG
PLAY It SAFE – conSIdEr InSurInG Your EnGAGEMEnt rInG
do Your rESEArcH – PurcHASE WEddInG MAGAZInES, VISIt EXPoS And WEddInG WEBSItES
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cHooSE tHE StYLE oF Your WEddInG. WILL It BE ForMAL or InForMAL, LArGE or IntIMAtE, BY tHE SEA or In A MArQuEE?
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Keeping costs under control
It’s not long before the cost of planning your wedding starts to build up. We have provided a handy chart to help you keep track of how much you spend on your special day.
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Handling your wedding day can be incredibly stressful. Everything needs to be perfect, everything needs to run
smoothly, and sometimes you don’t even know where to begin. Luckily, you’re not the first one to go through it!
SHANNEN MORRISON
Below we have gathered wedding advice from
popular wedding sites and couples who have
recently had a wedding of their own. This article
will run you through every aspect of your day and
give you some smart ideas you may find helpful!
PRE-WEDDING TIPS
Allocating tasks
» Set boundaries and responsibilities with
your partner from day one! Split things
down natural lines of interest. If your
fiancé is obsessed with music, then put
them in charge of entertainment.
» Organise a manager who isn’t
one of your guests.
» Pinpoint what is important to you and focus
on it. If the most important thing to you is
making sure the reception is as beautiful as
you dreamed, then focus on the décor and
put as much time and effort in as needed.
» A couple we spoke with, Emily and William,
say, ‘Organisation is key.’ For their wedding
The ultimate guide to handling your wedding day
– ‘Everyone had a running sheet of their
jobs and the date they had to do them by,
i.e. Pick up car, pick up dress, make favours,
pick up food. Everyone also had a running
sheet for the day, so they knew what time
the photographers were arriving.’
» If possible, you may want to hire a wedding
planner. Couples often cut this expense,
but coordinators allow you to enjoy your
day by keeping drama at bay, and they
will handle most of the day’s logistics.
Choosing your guests
» Invite all the special people who are close to
your hearts. Invite as many family members
as you wish, and make sure you and your
partner have an equal number of friends.
Also make sure you and your partner agree
on the guests you’ve chosen. You usually
want to invite everyone, but sometimes your
budget doesn’t allow it. Don’t stress over it.
Children
» To keep the youngsters occupied, create
a kids table for them to all enjoy one
another’s company and eat together.
» Prepare kids treat bags, and colouring and
writing tools with butchers’ paper. Games
such as hopscotch, Twister and Hula-
Hoops will keep kids happy so they don’t
get bored and pester their parents.
Choosing a date
» Try not to drag the date out. Once you’ve
booked a venue and caterers, run with it.
» Consider whether there are any specific dates
that are special to you and your significant other.
» Plan your wedding date around your
honeymoon, if you plan on having one.
» Pick the season or the month in
which you’d like to get married.
» Consider how long you’d like to be engaged for.
» Take your budget into consideration.
Choosing your vendors – venue, photographer/videographer
» A couple we spoke with, Sally and Daniel,
say, ‘Focus on “big ticket” items, like the
venue, photographer and celebrant as
soon as you can, to ensure that your
selections don’t book out in advance!’
» Another couple we spoke with, Anna and
Declan Smith, 100% recommend hiring a venue
stylist. Having someone style all your venue
decorations takes away a lot of stress. ‘Everything
was put into our stylist’s hands, from arbour to
menu boards, welcome signs and lighting.’
» Finally, Krystal and Daniel, say, ‘Ensure
you can get a videographer so you have
that memory safe, and so you can rewatch
things you might have missed.’
Seating arrangements
» This can be extremely tricky and time
consuming. It’s best to get one of
your bridesmaids or your wedding
planner to help you with this.
» Keep in mind that some of your guests may
have toddlers that will require high chairs.
Weather
» Our Autumn Wedding of the Year competition
winners, Jessica and Greg, say, ‘Most
importantly, if we could change one thing, it
would be to not have spent the weeks leading
up to the wedding stressing about the rain.
It was the one thing we could not control.’
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Guest & invitation listUse these pages as a template and photocopy
them to complete your guest list
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JUST ENGAGED!
Real weddings
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Autumn wedding of the year
JESSICA + GREG, 24 MARCH, 2018
This is the beautiful story of Jessica and Greg.
From Facebook friends to husband and wife!
THE MEETING
After first meeting through mutual friends, Greg added Jessica
as a friend on Facebook. For the first few months they got to
know each other through social media. During that time, they
became best friends and soon afterwards they had a romantic
dinner date. Their relationship instantly blossomed from there.
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THE PROPOSAL
Greg and Jessica had planned an exciting holiday
cruise from Sydney to Hawaii for April 2018.
Some time before leaving they were discussing
their future together and how they wanted to
start a family. They both agreed that marriage
comes before children. Accordingly, they
decided to get married. They then decided that
the holiday would make a perfect honeymoon!
They did not mention this to the family until
Greg asked for Jessica’s dad’s permission before
a spontaneous weekend away. Greg officially
proposed during their weekend away in April 2017.
From then on it was wedding planning time!
THE WEDDING
Unfortunately, weather was not on their side.
‘For at least two weeks leading up to the day,
the weather was miserable,’ Jessica said.
The morning of the wedding was gloomy, and
there was a rain shower earlier in the day. By noon
though, the sun peeped through. Jessica said,
‘We definitely had a few people looking down on
us, who kept the rain away for the ceremony.’
‘Our day was perfect, and we owe it to all of
those people who helped and attended.’
The couple chose to have their wedding on
Jessica’s parents’ property in Crabtree, in the
Huon Valley. Their photos were done by a
friend of theirs, Alistair. ‘It was perfect having
someone we knew capture our day.’
For their wedding theme, they decided on
‘Country’ and ‘Rustic’. Though common,
it didn’t take away from the masterpiece
that they managed to put together!
They emphasised a lot on the ‘Country’ theme
with wooden posts, barrels, boxes and wheels.
Jessica and Greg built a lot of their decorations,
such as their arbour, dance floor and screenage to
hide their marquee. Jessica’s parent’s home was
a huge resource (adding hay bales, horse carts,
tractors, and the bush backdrop). They were quite
budget savvy due to the large DIY component.
The couple also levelled a paddock on
Jessica’s parent’s property into a luscious
green surface for their marquee to sit on.
Jessica’s three gorgeous bridesmaids wore a
beautiful shade of blush pink. On the other
side of the aisle, Greg’s three groomsmen wore
pale grey suits … and in the middle of the aisle,
stood Jessica in her exquisite ivory Christina
Rossi Gown, (all clothing purchased from Storr’s
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Bridal). Jessica is incredibly thankful for her
gown; she said, ‘I was lucky enough to have my
parents purchase the gown and gift it to me.’
The rings were bought from Prouds Jewellers.
Most of Jessica’s other jewellery was lovingly
given to her by family and family friends.
Jessica’s 59-year-old headpiece was gifted
to her from her mother-in-law. Her mother-
in-law and her grandmother both wore it for
their weddings! Jessica was also lent an ivory
brooch which belonged to her grandmother
who received it from Paris. Jessica’s cherished
brooch was pinned to her bouquet.
Greg wore a pocket watch in his suit. It
was gifted to him on his 30th birthday from
his great grandmother, and dates back
about five generations. How special!
Jessica and Greg’s family and friends gifted
some lovely flowers from their gardens
for their wedding, and the bouquets and
boutonnières were beautifully crafted
by none other than Jessica’s mum!
Their wedding cake was lovingly made by
Greg’s mother. It was three tiered; white choc,
caramel choc, and choc mud … YUM!
Jessica’s hair and makeup were done by two
lovely ladies, in two very hospitable salons.
Jessica had in mind what she was after and
she was very happy with the results!
HIGHLIGHTS AND HITCHES
Jessica’s highlight was, ‘Obviously seeing
Greg when I walked down the aisle. He was so
happy. I spent the whole time looking at him.
I wasn’t paying attention to anyone else.’
To add a bit of nostalgia to their wedding,
Jessica’s dad and her brothers-in-law restored
and re-painted her grandfather’s 1948 David
Brown Cropmaster tractor for their special
day. Jessica arrived at the ceremony on
the tractor, and her bridesmaids followed,
making the same grand entrance.
Jessica was worried that it might rain,
and that she wouldn’t be able to arrive on
the tractor. ‘It was more than a novelty for
me – it was sentimental,’ said Jessica.
Now, this will reach your hearts! When asked
about the highlights of their big day, Greg
said, ‘Driving over the hill into the Valley
seeing the clouds disappear and the sun
coming out, only to be outdone to the sound
of the tractors coming up the road, and
then turning around and seeing Jessica.’
Greg and Jessica have an inside game
where they spot windmills on road trips.
Greg said, ‘She had put a windmill on the
fence next to the aisle, and she pointed at it
and mouthed “windmill” on the way down.’
Jessica and Greg spent weeks practising their first
dance, but on the night, Greg completely forgot
what to do! ‘We both cannot dance!’ said Jessica,
‘It really wasn’t a hitch, because we all laughed.’
The champagne was forgotten, and ‘when the
champagne was found and poured into the plastic
champagne flutes, they all split!’ Thankfully, they
had plenty of champagne glasses on hand.
As for serious glitches, Jessica said, ‘We were
all in the marquee and it started to pour with
rain, and there was a tiny little gap where the
water gushed in. Thankfully we had amazing
guests, and everyone took it in their stride.’
THE HONEYMOON
The newlyweds went on a lovely cruise from
Sydney to Hawaii. The cruise was 19 days,
and then they spent a week further in Waikiki.
‘It was absolutely amazing!’ said Jessica.
ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES
» If you’re thinking about DIY, they said, ‘It
was tough, but all the hard work pays off!’
» Jessica says, ‘You’re allowed to be selfish and
say ‘no’ to other people’s suggestions, it is
the one time where it is all about you. Most
importantly, if I could change one thing, it
would be to have not spent the weeks leading
up to the wedding stressing about the rain. It
was the one thing we could not control.’ ♥
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Winter wedding of the year
ALYSSA + MATHEW, 28 JULY, 2018 Photographer: Sarah Eliza Photography
It turns out dating websites do work!
THE MEETING
Alyssa and Mathew met on a dating website six years ago while
Mathew was deployed overseas. After Skyping and emailing
back and forth for months on end they decided to meet
one another before going on a two-week holiday together.
There, they fell in love and their life together began.
THE PROPOSAL
Imagine this, if you will. It’s the 2nd of May 2014,
two weeks before Alyssa and Mathew’s son is due
to be born. Mathew leaves the house early in the
morning, and not long after Alyssa receives a text
saying that she has one hour to get ready and
pack a bag for the weekend. She is told to wait
at the front of the house, bags ready, within the
hour. A limousine pulls up outside the house and
takes Alyssa to a day spa where she is pampered
with a facial, pedicure and pregnancy massage.
Afterwards, the limo picks her up and drops her
off at a hotel where Mathew stands, waiting for her
arrival. There, they have lunch and then head back
to the house. Later that night they both go out for
dinner. While Alyssa is ordering dessert, Mathew
tells her he is going outside and that he’ll be back
soon. Waiting impatiently, Alyssa sits at their table
for 30 minutes. A waitress comes by and asks her
to go up to the hotel room. By this stage Alyssa
is a little angry, being heavily pregnant and not
knowing where Mathew is. She heads on up and
opens the door to find a room full of lit candles
and rose petals in the shape of a heart. Mathew
was there, bent down on one knee with a white
stemmed rose in hand, all while Christina Perri’s
A Thousand Years is playing in the background.
In tears, Alyssa quickly walks over to him and
he proposes.
This heartfelt gesture was hugely unexpected.
Alyssa just assumed Mathew was spoiling her
for the day due to being heavily pregnant. What
a surprise!
Two years later they left Townsville and moved
to Tasmania.
THE WEDDING
Alyssa and Mathew’s ceremony was held at Saint
David’s Cathedral in Hobart on the 28th July, 2018.
The weather held up and was absolutely perfect –
despite Tasmania’s reputation for freezing winters.
This wonderful couple chose to have a simple,
tasteful wedding rather than choosing a big theme
as neither of them are ‘over the top’ people.
Everything on the day ran so smoothly that
by the time the girls had gotten their makeup
and hair done and arrived at the church, they
were early, and the driver had to do laps around
the block! When the time came, Alyssa finally
appeared in the white limousine they hired.
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Mathew, standing at the altar in his handsome
army uniform, was accompanied by his three
trusty groomsmen, while Alyssa slowly walked
in arm in arm with her father. Alyssa, in all her
glory, was holding a superb bouquet of flowers
mainly consisting of white anemones, pale pink
and red roses, silver brunia balls and cineraria
leaves. Alyssa’s bouquet was wonderfully put
together by Frances from Floral Design Tasmania.
Their beautiful son was a big part of Alyssa’s
and Mathew’s day, and many gorgeous
photos were lovingly taken by Sarah Eliza
Photography of their little family.
Alyssa’s stunning dress had a lovely long-
sleeved lace bodice with a skirt made
of tulle, which was complemented by a
cream satin ribbon as was her veil.
For jewellery, Alyssa borrowed her mother’s
cameo brooch, ring and earrings and her
mother also made her a garter with lace
which was gifted by her grandmother.
To complete Alyssa’s exquisite look, her
makeup was done by Kat McNeill, a consultant
of the fabulous Mary Kay Cosmetics.
The newlyweds had their wedding reception
at the Anglesea Barracks in Hobart. Here,
their wedding cake was awaiting them. Their
marvellous cake was made of three tiers,
two were chocolate mud and the third was
a mouth-watering caramel mud cake.
HIGHLIGHTS AND HITCHES
Alyssa says, ‘The highlights for us were just
celebrating our day with our amazing family
and friends, some of which we hadn’t seen
since we moved to Tasmania in 2016.’
Thankfully, Alyssa said that her wedding
had no downfalls, ‘To be honest, nothing
went wrong, everything was organised and
it all ran so smoothly. Everything went as
we had planned.’ How great is that!?
HONEYMOON
The happy couple ended up having the
weekend to themselves at Riversdale Estate
Cottages, and they enjoyed having some
alone time together. They later honeymooned
in Cairns for 12 days, as Mathew was
deployed soon after they were married.
ADVICE
The lovely pair tells us:
» ‘Plan your day around what will make
you happy, after all it is your day.’
» ‘Weddings are celebrations of love. It is
just one day, and you have the rest of
your life together to make memories.’
So, keep that in mind and remember at the
end of the day, you have to be happy! ♥
Mathew was there, bent down on one knee with a white stemmed rose in hand, all while Christina Perri’s A Thousand Years is playing in the background.
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Spring wedding of the year
ELLICE + ADAM, 10 NOVEMBER, 2018
THE MEETING
Ellice and Adam attended a party in 2008 where a mutual friend
introduced them to each other. They instantly connected on
an incredible level and spoke to each other pretty much every
day for the next twelve months. October of 2009 came around
and Adam finally decided to make their relationship official.
ALL PHOTOGRAPHS BY: SuSAnnAH JoHnSon PHotoGrAPHY
THE PROPOSAL
On the 4th of February in 2017, Adam apparently
lost his phone. To Ellice this was nothing unusual,
so they headed up to the top of the hill behind
his cherry orchard where he was last so they
could hunt for his phone. Ellice headed in the
opposite direction to Adam, then Adam yelled
out to Ellice and said he’d found his phone. She
headed towards him, and it was then he got
down on his knee and proposed. Further up the
hill Adam had set up a beautiful picnic on some
hay bales overlooking Cygnet, their hometown.
Adam had hidden the ring a few months before
he proposed. He says, ‘I wanted to plan the perfect
surprise because Ellice likes to know exactly
what’s going on and asks lots of questions so
it’s pretty hard to keep a surprise from her.’
THE WEDDING
Ellice – ‘We really wanted something low
key that represented us. We wanted to
just enjoy good food, plenty of drinks and
dancing, and also some honour traditions.’
In honour of tradition, Adam and Ellice were
married at St Marks Church in Cygnet, as the
church is very important to both of their families.
The beautiful bride walked down the aisle in
her gorgeous gown (purchased from Strutt
Bridal, Moonah) to a mix of From this Moment
and You’re Still the One by Caleb and Kelsey.
Adam looked pretty smart in his
outfit from Les Lees in Hobart, which
Shelley helped him put together!
The couple had a few special things to
include in this special occasion. Adam’s father
passed away a few years ago so he wanted
to include something special for him.
Adam – ‘I had my dad’s Torana redone
for Ellice to ride to the church in,
which was a beautiful moment.’
Ellice had one of Adam’s dad’s necklaces
made into a bracelet by the local jewellery
designer in Cygnet as a surprise gift, so that
his dad was with him on their special day.
Adam and Ellice also wanted to include their
mothers in a special way, so they were both
asked to be their marriage witnesses.
Their reception was held in Adam’s family
cherry packing shed, which was built in 1917.
The shed still functions today, so there was
a lot of work to be done on it to get it into a
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pristine condition for a wedding! They wanted
it to be personal, so they incorporated a lot
of sentimental elements throughout.
Many late nights after June were spent
washing apple bins and removing unused
machinery. While cleaning they uncovered an
old apple grader system used by the family; it
then became a feature for their reception.
Twinkle lights and white sheets were hung
from the ceiling, apple bins were decorated with
hanging candle jars, and the tables were lined with
greenery. The guest favours were little jars of fresh
honey from the beekeeper on the family property.
Their menu consisted of a spit roast with
vegetables, salads and a grazing table. They had
a stunning two-tiered, chocolate, naked cake
which was iced with white icing and drizzled
with dark chocolate! The night was spent dancing
away to the music provided by their band.
Ellice – ‘Although I was quite stressed in the
weeks leading up to the wedding, I couldn’t have
been more relaxed on the day. My bridesmaids
went above and beyond, continually making
sure I was okay, running back and forth on
the day to meet vendors, and especially in
the days leading up to the wedding.’
‘We hired a house next door to the reception for
us girls the night before. I gave them each a box
with matching pyjamas, robes and had rings
inscribed with our wedding date. It was a special
moment to share with the girls having our hair
and makeup done before the next chapter began.’
HIGHLIGHTS AND HITCHES
Ellice – ‘The whole day was perfect and
exactly what we had envisioned but walking
down the aisle and seeing each other for the
first moment was something very special.’
‘We are so grateful for all the support and help
we had from our family working alongside
us in the shed to make our dream become a
reality. The night had a beautiful atmosphere.’
Ellice had another highlight she wanted
to mention; Adam surprised her yet
again the day before the wedding!
Adam surprised Ellice by doing up her childhood
rocking chair and added a plaque which wrote
‘To my darling wife, you beautiful thing, love
your husband.’ The chair came along with a big
orange teddy bear and a pink camo gun bag, it
wasn’t until a few minutes after when the tears
had stopped flowing Ellice realised there was
a brand-new gun inside it. It was a beautiful
moment for her, capturing those few things
special to the both of them. ‘At that moment I
couldn’t have been more ready to marry him.’
A week before the wedding the couple
encountered a problem. Their videographer
had double booked, so they no longer had
someone to capture the special moments.
Luckily, a friend of theirs was able to
organise someone local for them instead!
THE HONEYMOON
The newlyweds cruised around the South Pacific
for seven nights, exploring the beautiful islands
of Noumea, Lifou and Port Vila. The couple both
said it was ‘the most perfect way to relax and
enjoy each other’s company as newlyweds.’
ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES
Ellice and Adam have a few pieces of
advice for other couples out there:
» If something doesn’t go according to plan, no-
one will notice. Don’t dwell on the small details.
Just relax and take in the beauty of the day.
» 100% hire a videographer so you can relive
the moment over and over. Our video is
something we will treasure for years to come.
» Remember the purpose of the day
and enjoy every minute! ♥
While cleaning they uncovered an old apple grader system used by the family; it then became a feature for their reception.
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Summer wedding of the year
LOUISE + JORDAN, 19 JANUARY, 2019
Match makers do in fact exist!
THE MEETING
Louise went to a photoshoot one day, to then meet
the guy of her dreams. Jordan was also doing this
photoshoot. They later found out that the photographer
of that shoot went to great lengths to set them up!
ALL PHOTOGRAPHS BY: JonAtHAn WHErrEtt PHotoGrAPHY
THE PROPOSAL
Louise and Jordan’s proposal took place at the
beautiful Isle of Pines in New Caledonia. On this
specific day the water was incredibly clear, so
they decided to go snorkelling. Louise was a little
further ahead, so Jordan called out to her saying
that he’d found some fish. As Louise got closer,
Jordan said she needed to look under the water
to see the fish. When she looked down through
her snorkel mask, she saw Jordan holding the
ring under water. For that moment, Louise was
so surprised she had forgotten how to breathe
and almost choked on a mouthful of seawater.
Jordan helped her get back to shore and it was
then she managed a simple ‘Yes please!’
THE WEDDING
The couple had their wedding on Jordan’s parents’
property of four acres in Orielton – not far East
of Tasmania’s historic village of Richmond.
His mum and step-dad did a wonderful job
of transforming their land into a beautiful
dream wedding venue. Jordan kindly said, ‘The
amount of work they put into landscaping,
designing, building and hosting the whole
event was nothing short of incredible. We
couldn’t have asked for a better venue.’
Louise and Jordan never really had a specific
theme in mind for their special day. They just
simply wanted to complement the gorgeous
rural venue they had. On top of the marquee
they hired from Salters Hire (decorated with
fairy lights), this consisted of hessian coverings,
wooden cable reels for drink tables, succulent pots
hanging up through the aisle, and old-fashioned
furniture to add some character to the ‘rural
aesthetic’. ‘Those, combined with the beautiful
weather and rolling hills in the background made
for some pretty special scenes,’ said Louise.
Louise added lovingly, ‘The only way to
describe our day was perfect. We were stressed
about all sorts of things like the weather, the
decorations, the food, the alcohol, whether it
would all come together, but as soon as the day
started, we realised that none of that mattered.
Having all the special people in our lives there
to celebrate our love was the most important
part, the rest was just icing on the cake.’
The floral arrangements were mostly artificial,
but beautiful nonetheless. The rest were
retrieved from family and friends’ gardens.
Their three-tiered cake was two thirds white
chocolate mud and one third plain chocolate mud.
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The bride looked absolutely stunning; her
gown was chosen from a store in Latrobe, as
her hometown is on Tasmania’s North-West
Coast, and that was something very special to
her. Louise’s hair was done by the wonderful
girls from Audrey Hair in Lauderdale.
Louise wore a special sapphire bracelet which
belonged to her late nan. As Lou’s ‘something
borrowed’, her grandma lent her late grandpa’s
necklace to wrap around her bouquet.
HIGHLIGHTS & HITCHES
Marvellously, Louise and Jordan each
had their own highlights for the day.
Louise: ‘Two highlights stand out to me that both
reduced me to tears. Firstly, Jordan’s vows to me.
I had done my best to hold it all together when
walking down the aisle and when I saw my loved
ones “crack up” when they saw me in my dress.
But when Jordan recited his vows, the tears did not
stop. Apparently, I wasn’t the only one crying. Call
me biased, but those vows were the most heartfelt
and raw that I have ever heard, and knowing that
they were for me, well that was pretty special.’
‘Secondly, Jordan and Brendon’s surprise. It was a
moment where I felt like “Is this happening? This
stuff only happens in the movies or on YouTube!”
But it was, and it was happening to me. I was
being sung to by my husband on our wedding
day. Find me a luckier or happier lady, I’ll wait.’
Jordan: ‘One of my biggest highlights was
surprising Lou with a song. My best man,
Brendon, and I played and sang Ed Sheeran’s
Perfect for her. It’s always been Lou’s and my
favourite song. My mother told me before the
wedding that if I don’t sing for her, Lou will
never tell me, but she’ll always be a little bit
disappointed. So, I had to. Mum is always right.’
‘The other highlight was seeing Lou and her Dad,
round the corner and walk towards me down
the aisle. They both looked so happy, and Lou
was so beautiful, it was pretty overwhelming.’
Thankfully, the closest thing the happy couple had
to a hitch was that they were enjoying themselves
so much that they forgot to cut the cake! Funnily
enough, they spent the better part of the week
afterwards trying either to eat it or give it away in
chunks. Not many people can say they had cake
left over from their wedding, so that’s a plus!
THE HONEYMOON
Louise and Jordan had their honeymoon to Japan
in April, during the school holidays (as Louise
is a teacher). While Louise and Jordan booked
the honeymoon straight after the wedding in
January, they did not go until April – the time of
year when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.
The two newlyweds stayed there for 14 days,
back-packing through Osaka, Hiroshima,
Kyoto, and Tokyo – and we can’t forget to
mention the sneaky last few days at Tokyo
Disneyland. What an exciting adventure!
ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES
Louise and Jordan realised how little they
needed to worry about how perfect everything
needed to be. So, here is their advice:
» ‘In the week leading up to the wedding, put
aside a night, afternoon or even a few hours
where it is just you and your partner and just
spend some time together where you don’t have
to stress about the wedding for a little while.’
» ‘Also, take time to worry about the details leading
up to the wedding … but after a certain point,
forget all about them. On the actual day, none
of it will matter and all you will care about
is having an amazing time with the love of
your life and the people in your life you love.
We keep laughing at the ridiculous things we
were worried about now, because the day flew
by in what feels like a moment, and the only
things we remember about it were the people
we shared it with and the love we felt.’ ♥
For that moment, Louise was so surprised she had forgotten how to breathe and almost choked on a mouthful of seawater.
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7 Tasmania News feature: Louise + Dave
It’s incredible how an exchange of drinks can blossom into
a lifetime of love. This is the story of Louise and Dave.
THE MEETING
Louise had just returned home after living and travelling through
Europe and the UK. On the 18th of December, 2013, she was meeting
up with a group of friends she grew up with and travelled with.
Dave was there too, having knock-off drinks with some mates.
Dave made a comment about Louise’s drink and said he liked
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it; Louise thought the same about his drink,
so they swapped. ‘It was an encounter that
changed our lives.’ Louise quickly fell head
over heels for Dave. Though Dave was quite
cautious, they are together now and couldn’t be
happier, or more excited to be tying the knot!
THE PROPOSAL
The night before Louise’s 30th birthday, Dave
planned a fancy dinner which they enjoyed
together. Dave had also done some secret
planning with her mum and booked a boutique
hotel in Salamanca for the night of her birthday.
That morning Dave gave Louise two presents and
proceeded to tell her that he couldn’t wait any
longer to give her the third. He asked her to turn
around while he got the third surprise present and
when she turned back around Dave was on one
knee! After a few tears she said ‘yes – of course!’ He
then advised that there were specific conditions
they had to agree on before the wedding could
go ahead. The first, the wedding couldn’t be ‘too
hectic’, and the second, Dave could still go on two
surf trips each year. Obviously, Louise agreed.
THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY
Louise and Dave’s engagement party was
incorporated into Louise’s birthday party. The
evening of her birthday was spent at her mum’s
Airbnb, where they announced the big news
to their family and friends. Louise says, ‘The
incredible amount of excitement in the room will
always be a treasured memory.’ Dave and Louise’s
families have embraced one another, which is
beautiful. Louise and Dave say they are aware
how rare that is and how very lucky they are to
have that luxury. ‘We are so lucky to adore each
other’s friends and family as much as we do.’
Louise’s engagement ring is a family heirloom
from Dave’s side of the family. Louise says,
‘It is incredibly beautiful and special, and is
made from white gold and diamonds.’
THE WEDDING
On the 7th of March 2020, the wedding will be
held at Louise’s family’s property (an olive grove)
in Woodbridge, which holds special history and
many beautiful memories. Her aunt and uncle
own the property, and her aunty Helen will also
be their marriage celebrant. Their property is a
stunning place perched on a hill, overlooking the
D’Entrecaustaux Channel (The D’Entrecasteaux
Channel is a body of water located between
Bruny Island and the south-east of the mainland
of Tasmania, Australia). This property is also
where Louise spent a lot of her childhood with
her grandmother who has sadly passed. Her
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ashes are now scattered over the dam. Dave also
loves the property, admiring it and wandering
around it. They feel very lucky to be tying the
knot on the same property many of their other
family members have used, also to tie the knot.
The theme for their wedding will be a
rustic country style with loads of flowers,
dim lights, and lots of love. The two are
envisioning a huge marquee, big heaters,
hay bales, and delicious food and drinks.
Louise and Dave also have family and friends
flying in from across Australia, so now is as good
a time as any to get together and celebrate the
years Louise and Dave have been together.
Louise also plans on sprucing up the tractor
on the property for their main feature on
the day, and also their gorgeous dog Missy!
‘She is a border collie cross labradoodle, who
is the most precious, placid, and gentle girl
you’ll ever meet. We absolutely adore her,
as does everyone else who meets her.’
The groom’s attire is yet to be confirmed, as with
the flowers and wedding cake. Their decorations
will be bought from markets; they will have lots
of greenery which is easy to access in Tasmania.
Both Louise and Dave’s parents will be giving a
helping hand, along with Dave’s sister and friends.
THE PLANNING
Louise says, ‘It’s relentlessly busy.’ Dave says,
‘It’s chilled and we’re on top of everything.’
It remains a mystery!
THE HONEYMOON
The happy couple are still working out the logistics
of their honeymoon, however, Louise would love
to travel Europe again and visit some friends in
the UK. Dave on the other hand is quite interested
in visiting the Maldives and South America. As
a surfer, Dave would love somewhere where
the waves are constantly pumping. They say,
‘We have lots of ideas, but not all can become
reality. Time will tell where we jet off to.’
ADVICE AND TIPS
» Louise and Dave say, ‘Write lists, stick to them
no matter how small or big the job. Get in early
for photographers/caterers/celebrants and
save-the-dates. Take advice from others and
accept ideas. Focus on what you want, and
not what others say you should want. It’s your
day, and your biggest memory, so do it well.’
7 TASMANIA NEWS
Louise is a TV reporter and presenter with 7
Tasmania News, and also for 7 Spencer Gulf
Nightly News which is filmed out of Hobart.
She says, ‘I absolutely adore my job. I have
found my calling; every day is a different
experience or opportunity. One day I could be
on a boat covering the release of two critically
endangered eagles, the other, covering
state parliament, or the Supreme Court, or
Tasmania’s latest major tourism venture. We
have an exceptional team. They’re hardworking,
intelligent, and incredibly on top of their game.’
Louise mentioned that the 7 News team has
a solid working relationship, as well as a great
social one. They consistently rate as the highest
watched news in the state, and after reading what
was said above, we don’t have to wonder why.
Louise continues, ‘Whether I’m out on the
road covering a major story, or presenting
the bulletin from the studio, I thank my lucky
stars every day that I have this job. I’m very
lucky that Dave supports me in it, too.’
Dave is a designer and builder. According
to Louise, he is incredibly talented and has
an eye for detail, planning and design. No
doubt these qualities will be extremely helpful
throughout the wedding planning! ♥
We are so lucky to adore each other’s friends and family as much as we do.
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Jenna + Mike8 DECEMBER, 2018
Photographer: Sarah Eliza Photography
THE MEETING
Jenna and Mike met through mutual friends and they had been
together for eight years before they got engaged. They spent
that time together in South Australia and Queensland, before
they moved to our little island of paradise – Tasmania!
THE PROPOSAL
The happy couple travelled to Hawaii to celebrate
Mike’s 30th birthday in May 2017. On their exciting
trip away, they decided to visit Maui. While there,
Mike arranged a beautiful sunset cruise for them
to enjoy together. Both Jenna and Mike were
on the back of the boat taking in all the lovely
scenery when Mike asked a crew member to take
a photo of them. It was at this point while they
were smiling at the camera when Mike got down
on one knee with a stunning ring in his hands. He
asked if she’d spend the rest of her life with him
and as the story goes, they lived happily ever after!
… Of course, she said yes and the tourists
surrounding them clapped and cheered!
THE WEDDING
Jenna spent the night before her wedding
at her family home with her lovely
bridal party. They woke to an overcast
day which was perfect for photos!
Mike spent his morning with his five groomsmen;
they went out and enjoyed breakfast together
and then got ready for the big day.
The groom dressed in his handsome suit from
Storr’s Formal Hire in Hobart, and the bride
spent the morning at home getting ready
with the five girls, and their makeup and hair
stylists. Jenna said, ‘We had lots of fun getting
ready and when the photographer arrived, and
we got dressed, time just seemed to fly by.’
Jenna’s gorgeous bridesmaids all dressed
in a divine smoky-pink colour and they
all had stunning matching bouquets.
Jenna and Mike’s ceremony was held at the
Rayburn Farm in Forcett, and their beautiful
reception was held at the Ramada Resort in
Seven Mile Beach. The happy couple were
married by Leanne Orr, a Civil Marriage
Celebrant. Mike’s ring was chosen from Criterion
Jewellers in Hobart, and Jenna’s jewellery
was bought from a jeweller in Mackay.
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The wedding had a rustic, country theme to
it, and as you can see – Jenna’s shoes worked
perfectly with this style! Nina from Style My
Day warmly put together the styling and décor;
Jenna’s dad helped make table decorations and
even grew the succulents for their bonbonnieres!
The groomsmen also built their reception
backdrop wall from scratch. Jenna and Mike are
both very appreciative of everybody’s help.
The wedding date they chose had enormous
sentimental value. Although it extended their
engagement, it was extremely important
to them; as they shared their wedding date
with Jenna’s maternal grandparents who
lovingly got married on the 8th of December
1951 and are sadly no longer around.
The two also played The Shoe Game during
the reception which everybody enjoyed!
It was a lovely family affair with friends and family
who travelled interstate to celebrate with the
couple from South Australia and Queensland.
Overall, Jenna says, ‘The day felt very relaxed and
fun, everyone was calm and had a great time!’
HIGHLIGHTS AND HITCHES
Jenna’s uncle knew how close she was to her
grandmother and surprised her on the morning
of the wedding with her ‘something old’ gift.
He had made a garter especially for Jenna with
fabric from her grandmother’s wedding dress.
It was incredibly special and a really lovely
moment for her, her mum, and her uncle.
It was very important to Mike and Jenna that
they found a ceremony venue that allowed
animals so that their fur-baby, Meeka (an Alaskan
Klee Kai), could be involved in their special
day. ‘She was such a good girl walking down
the aisle with my bridesmaid and sister-in-
law and loved being the centre of attention.’
Jenna and her mum are very close … So close
that she had Jenna and her bridesmaids in tears
when she presented her with her ‘something blue’
and ‘something new’ gift, which was a diamond
necklace in its Tiffany blue box saying the words,
‘Diamonds are forever, just like my love for you.’
Mike is a Heavy Haulage Truck Driver. A definite
highlight for them was their cake stand which
was an amazing replica of the truck and trailer
Mike drove during their time based in Mackay,
Queensland. ‘It was so unique, and amazing
to have such a distinctive part of Mike’s life
and personality so visible at our reception.’
As for hitches, Jenna said, ‘We arrived at
the ceremony a little later than expected,
but the bride’s always late … right?’
THE HONEYMOON
Jenna and Mike planned their amazing getaway
honeymoon in the US for April 2019.
Unable to wait four months for their main
honeymoon, the newlyweds booked 10
nights in Bali at the last minute as a mini-
moon and had a beautifully relaxing time. The
majority of their trip was spent by the pool,
but they also enjoyed some other activities.
They visited the well-known Bali Swing, the
marvellous Rice Terraces in Ubud, and Tanah
Lot, which is quite a popular tourist attraction.
For their main honeymoon, they travelled
to America and spent time in Nashville,
Tennessee and then made their way down
to Florida. After Florida, the two attended an
amazing music festival in Miami and then
headed to Disney World in Orlando!
ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES
» Jenna says, ‘We couldn’t have had the wedding
of our dreams without the support of our family
and friends who all helped so much with the
DIY decorations. Without my dad helping make
table decorations and growing our succulent
bonbonnieres, or our groomsman building
our reception backdrop – our day wouldn’t
have been nearly as beautiful or memorable.’
» Her advice: involve your family and
friends in the planning process. Everyone’s
individual contribution makes it so much
more enjoyable and a lot less stressful! ♥
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Anna + Declan9 FEBRUARY, 2019
Photographer: Sarah Ryan Photographer
THE MEETING
Anna and Declan met eight years ago on the night of Anna’s 18th
birthday. Before meeting, the two exchanged messages most
days through Facebook. From then on, their relationship flowered
into the gorgeous relationship you are reading about today.
THE PROPOSAL
The proposal was as merry as could be. Before
Christmas, Declan had sneakily hidden two small
boxes inside one big box up in the manhole of
the roof; these were for Anna. In the early hours
of Christmas Day in 2017, Declan, abnormally,
woke up at the crack of dawn waiting to open
the presents. Anna had no inkling about what
was going to happen. Soon, Anna opened one
of the boxes and voila! Puzzled, Anna asks,
‘Is that what I think it is?’ Then Declan knelt
on one knee and popped the question!
Anna says, ‘Being Christmas Day, we
were able to share the special news
with family in person on the day.’
THE WEDDING
Anna and Declan didn’t want anything too formal.
They wanted somewhere they could hold their
rustic/boho (Bohemian) themed ceremony and
reception. After the proposal they visited what
ended up being their venue of choice, Willie
Smiths Apple Shed in Grove, Tasmania. ‘Willie
Smiths had the rustic vibe that we were after
and it ticked all of our boxes.’ All of their venue
decorations were styled with love by Nina from
Style My Day. ‘Seeing everything fall into place
was nothing short of incredible!’, said Anna.
Knowing weather in Tasmania is unpredictable,
Anna and Declan both decided to risk having
their wedding earlier in the year. It was supposed
to be dry and hot, but the week of the wedding
flipped around and rained, with wind and low
temperatures. The day continued regardless. Anna
says, ‘It may have been a mild 17°c but we got
through the ceremony without any rain, despite
black clouds looming. Eventually the clouds rolled
through, bringing the blue skies and sunshine!’
Anna and Declan were announced husband and
wife on February 9th by Leanne from Leanne
Orr Civil Marriage Celebrant. They exchanged
rings which were looked after by the littlies.
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As for the cake, the happy couple decided on a
gorgeous three-tiered, naked cake that beautifully
complemented their rustic style! For wedding
transport, the pair chose a blue Kombi, which also
perfectly complemented their wedding theme.
Everything from their special day was recorded
by their wonderful photographer Sarah Ryan
and their videographer Cameron Green.
The couple knew it was going to be an amazing
day, but it went above and beyond that. The
two say, ‘It exceeded all of our expectations!’
HIGHLIGHTS & HITCHES
‘We considered our whole day to be a highlight.
Being able to share this special day with our
closest family and friends really contributed to
making this the best day of our lives. Our bridal
party can’t go without a mention, they were
all incredible on the day and in the lead up to
the wedding. They definitely played a large
part in making our day a day to never forget.’
As for hitches, the only thing that didn’t fall
into place was Declan not being able to find his
wedding shirt before the wedding. His sister
was sent to their house on a mission to find the
shirt. Anna explains, ‘Eventually it was found
in his wardrobe, where it was stored for the
last three months.’ What a typical boy-look!
Apart from that one mishap, their
special day went according to plan!
THE HONEYMOON
The couple started their lovely honeymoon by
spending five days in Port Douglas, Queensland,
where they stayed in a Balinese inspired villa.
All five days were thankfully full of incredible
sunshine, regardless of the predicted rainy weather
since it was in the middle of their wet season. The
highlight of this part of their honeymoon was a
day sail and snorkel out in the Great Barrier Reef!
From there, they travelled to the Gold
Coast and drove down to Byron Bay where
they spent two relaxing, luxurious nights
in the Elements of Byron Resort.
To end their romantic honeymoon, Anna
and Declan drove back up to Surfers Paradise
and stayed there for two nights at the Hilton
Hotel. At this point Cyclone Oma was in its
first stages, so their flight back home was quite
rocky. Lucky for them, they got home just in
time to miss any damage or misfortune.
ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES
» Anna and Declan 100% recommend hiring a
venue stylist. Having someone style all your
venue decorations takes away a lot of stress.
‘Everything was put into our stylist’s hands, from
arbour to menu boards, welcome signs and
lighting etc. This took away the stress of having
to set up our venue on the day of the wedding.’
» They also say to ‘Take a moment during the
evening to spend some time with each other to
take everything in. You don’t realise how quickly
the day goes.’ Also, another word of advice, ‘At
the end of the day, make sure you have fun!’ ♥
It may have been a mild 17°c but we got through the ceremony without any rain, despite black clouds looming. Eventually the clouds rolled through, bringing the blue skies and sunshine!
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Sally + Daniel17 FEBRUARY, 2018
Photographer: Lifestyle Images by Alexandra Grimshaw
THE MEETING
After attending the same college for grades 11 and 12 and not
taking the same classes, Sally and Daniel both ended up in the
same class at University. Daniel said, ‘By chance, we were put
in the same Computer Aided Drafting class (how romantic!). I
didn’t know anyone else in the class and I saw Sally sitting up
the front by herself. I decided to go up the front and sit next to
her and we spent the rest of the semester sitting together.’
After Daniel introduced himself, Sally said,
‘He’s been by my side ever since!’
THE PROPOSAL
It was coming up to Sally’s birthday, so Daniel
decided to speak to Sally’s parents about
proposing, and they were extremely excited.
‘This was a risky move on my part, because
keeping secrets is not a point of strength for
Sally’s mum. To her credit, Daniel says she did
an amazing job. Daniel took Sally out to their
block of land that evening with a picnic rug,
candles, and a speech he had prepared earlier.
Sally said, ‘I could see Daniel was acting unusual.
By this point, we had been together for over
five years, so I knew all his tells! Adding fuel
to the fire, he had told me I might be able to
have my birthday present before dinner if I got
ready quickly. Spurred on by this interesting
development I got ready in record time!’ By the
time they got to the block, Sally was almost certain
he was about to propose, but she tried not to
get her hopes up‘… just in case the present was
a new set of pruning shears to trim the trees!’
When they arrived, Daniel led Sally up to the top
corner of their block, overlooking the Derwent
River. He rolled out a picnic blanket and also pulled
out the candles. Unfortunately, they blew out
multiple times, but that didn’t take away from the
special moment. Finally, he proposed with Sally’s
Nanna’s engagement ring. ‘It was such a beautiful,
romantic moment and I couldn’t think of a more
perfect place or way for him to pop the question.’
After Sally accepted, they celebrated with
dinner and wine at a French restaurant.
THE WEDDING
Their wedding day was everything they
could have dreamed of. Daniel said, ‘It was a
celebration of us starting our lives together
and the generosity and love given to us by
our family and friends was incredible!’
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They were married in St Mary’s Cathedral, which
was where Sally’s parents and grandparents were
both married. This however was not the only
reason they chose St Mary’s. Daniel and Sally both
came from religious backgrounds, so having a
church wedding was in both their interests.
The reception was held at the University Club
in Sandy Bay just across from the engineering
building. This is where the couple first met,
so it held a special place in their hearts.
The couple wanted to pay tribute to Daniel’s
Italian heritage by incorporating rustic Italian
pieces into their theme. For wedding favours, they
gave each of their guests a shot of limoncello.
Lovingly, Sally further added, ‘It was the perfect
occasion for us to formalise and celebrate our love
for one another in front of all our loved ones. We
had grins plastered on our faces from the moment
we saw each other at the end of the aisle to when
we were dancing up a storm into the night.’
In addition, they had an amazing custom cake
topper, and the bride and groom figurines
were in fact 3D printed versions of Daniel and
Sally in their wedding attire! How quirky!
Her flowers were beautifully prepared by
Frances from Floral Design Tasmania, and
all the gorgeous photos were taken by
Alexandra Grimshaw from Lifestyle Images.
There is also a special story behind Sally’s
wedding gown! ‘I bought it before I was even
engaged! My sister and I had attended a Weddings
Tasmania expo in 2015 and amazingly she was
told she had won a Luxe Bridal voucher.’ Her
sister, though, had already put a deposit on
her own wedding dress! ‘Even though Daniel
and I weren’t engaged at the time, my sister
told me to pick out my future wedding dress,
and perhaps spur him on in the process!’
HIGHLIGHTS AND HITCHES
Daniel explains his main highlights, ‘For me,
the first highlight was seeing Sally walk down
the aisle. She looked incredibly beautiful and
having her next to me helped settle my nerves!
Next, was the moment we walked out of the
church as a married couple. This was the end
of the formalities, we were married and then
we got to relax and enjoy the reception. One
standout was Sally and her dad’s dance, which
was a funny choreographed medley which
brought the house down with laughter.’
As for Sally, ‘The biggest highlight of all was
marrying the man of my dreams! I loved that
we found a way to involve almost everyone
in our immediate families in the celebrations.
Another highlight was when my dad pulled
off a miraculous recovery from an illness a
week before the wedding to not only bake
and decorate our beautiful wedding cake, but
also perfectly execute our choreographed
father-daughter dance medley which was
over four minutes long with seven songs!’
THE HONEYMOON
The couple went on a mini-moon to unwind
after the celebrations in Coles Bay on the
East Coast of Tasmania. However, their main
honeymoon was planned for later in the year.
They went to Greece in the European Summer
and toured around the Cyclades islands for
three weeks. During their trip, they had a one-
day sailing experience, took a cooking class in
Santorini and learnt about the history of Athens!
Sally emphasises, ‘It was simply paradise.’
ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES
» Daniel – ‘My advice is that it will be the most
wonderful day and not to get too caught up on
the small stuff! The main thing is celebrating the
occasion with your family and friends. If small
things go wrong, you will hardly remember
them in the years to come, and if you do,
they often make some of the best stories!’
» Sally – ‘Focus on “big ticket” items, like the
venue, photographer and celebrant as soon as
you can, to ensure that your selections don’t
book out in advance. Take a breather and enjoy
the planning process with your husband-
to-be. We organised and made a lot of the
decorations ourselves, which was something
fun we could do together whilst saving a lot of
money in the process. Enlist help and delegate
tasks that you are happy to part with!’ ♥
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Emily + William17 FEBRUARY, 2019
Photographer: Linda Pasfield Photography
Emily & William are a match made in heaven! The two
married on their 8th anniversary of being together ... This
recap of their wedding will indeed touch your hearts.
THE MEETING
Emily and William first met in high-school when they were 13 years
old. They had a few classes together and were quite good friends.
On Valentine’s Day in 2011, William invited
Emily over to watch a movie. Three
days later, on the 17th of February, they
officially started ‘going out’ together.
THE PROPOSAL
At their first home together, William anxiously
paced the floor and nervously awaited
Emily’s arrival after a long day at work.
At last, her car arrived, and he rushed to get
the ring so he could be waiting on one knee
at the front door right as she walked in.
Unfortunately, Emily had a tiring day and
wasn’t aware of what was waiting for
her. Her first thought was of the rubbish
bins that had not been put out yet.
With her arms full of groceries, she opened
the door calling for William to ask why
he hadn’t done the bins yet. She then
realised he was kneeling right in front of
her with a ring box in hand … Awkward!
It is safe to say the bins were completely forgotten
about, as she accepted William’s lovely proposal.
THE WEDDING
The couple got married at the Clarendon House, a
rural colonial estate built in 1838. Their ceremony
was in the gardens, under a very old oak tree.
‘Bill and I are both very old fashioned, and
are constantly told we were born at the
wrong time.’ This part of their personalities
was perfectly embedded throughout their
wedding! The groomsmen wore charcoal
coloured pants, brown shoes and suspenders,
while the women wore a beautiful shade of
light pink – both of which wonderfully set
the tone for the old-fashioned theme.
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The gorgeous couple walked down the
aisle to the song Slow, by Grouplove, which
their school friend Zoe sang for them.
The wedding decoration and theming
were both done by Emily herself and her
wedding planner Amy Bosworth.
Emily and William’s reception tables were styled
without table cloths as they had dark brown
wooden tables. They had charcoal coloured
napkins which were tied into knots and the
setting was furnished with rose gold cutlery.
To serve their water bottles and champagne,
they set up vintage suitcases filled with
their goodies. Another was also open
for guests to place their presents in.
Their cake had three tiers, two of which
were naked cakes and the bottom layer
was covered in a glossy frosting.
Emily and William arranged their own spit roast,
grazing table (with cheese, fruits, and meats), and
favours. The pair chose Relish Everyday Café for
the bridal party’s finger-food during the day, and
also for the wedding food. Relish delivered the
food to the venue, right as they served dinner,
so everything was fresh and set up perfectly.
All of the lovely couple’s photos were beautifully
taken by Linda Pasfield with her husband
and business partner, Anthony Pforr.
HIGHLIGHTS AND HITCHES
One highlight for Emily was the shoe game where
they sat back to back and answered questions
with one of two shoes. ‘One of our groomsmen
Chris asked us questions and we had to answer
by holding up either the bride or the groom’s
shoe. He asked us funny questions like “Who
spends the most money?”, “Who does the most
cleaning?” or “Who starts the most fights?”. We
even had a few guests come up with questions.’
Another highlight was their first dance. Their
song choice was Can’t Help Falling in Love, by
Elvis Presley. William mentioned a highlight
also; ‘Seeing all our family and friends and how
much they enjoyed themselves at our wedding.’
Their guests also loved the house tours
they offered. Emily and William didn’t want
their guests to be bored while they had their
wedding photos taken, so they had tours of
Clarendon House where they could learn
about the history of the house and grounds.
The one main hitch on the day was Bill sleeping
through his alarm. William had three jobs to do
early that morning, and since he woke up three
hours late, he hadn’t picked up the groomsmen,
the food platters from Relish or Emily’s dad’s
car for the groomsmen to ride in … Oops!
Emily of course, panicked. She ended up
calling Bill’s granddad to get him to wake
Bill up. Emily said, ‘Luckily my dad jumped
in and did all of Bill’s jobs for him that
morning, so we were not running late.’
THE HONEYMOON
Emily and William left for their honeymoon a few
days after their gorgeous wedding. Their ten-
day honeymoon was spent on Savusavu Island
in Fiji. The pair stayed in a beautiful, overwater
bungalow at Koro Sun Resort, which they said
was amazing! The newlyweds had a lot of fun
swimming, standup paddle boarding, snorkelling,
and enjoying lots of rainforest massages. Perfect!
ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES
» Emily’s advice is, ‘Organisation is key. I am
very over the top organised, to the point where
everyone (groomsmen, bridesmaids, mum,
dad and anyone who was helping) had a
running sheet of their jobs and the date they
had to do them by, i.e. pick up car, pick up
dress, make favours, pick up meat and cheese.
Everyone also had a running sheet for the day,
so they knew what time photographers were
arriving and things like that. Everyone found
this very helpful and made it less stressful for
them on the day as they knew exactly where
they had to be and at what time. I was over
the top organised but found we had no real
issues, and everything went smoothly.’ ♥
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Things to do 12+ months out
Once you are engaged, everyone will be asking
you about when, where and how your wedding
will take place. In reality, you won’t be able to
set an exact date until some major decisions are
made. These may include (i) the availability of your
family, VIP’s and bridal party, and (ii) choosing
(and booking) your venue, ensuring the availability
of your favourite photographer, marriage
celebrant, caterer, and more. So allow yourself a
couple of days’ breathing space and think about
the factors that may influence your wedding date.
The following section provides a suggestion to
the path of tasks that you may wish to tackle 12+
months out from your wedding. Good luck. ♥
In reality, you won’t be able to set an exact date until some major decisions are made.
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YOU’VE FOUND EACH OTHER.AND NOW YOU’VE FOUND
THE DREAM LOCATION!
With a wonderful variety of indoor and outdoor locations, the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens is an ideal place for your wedding in a picturesque and natural environment.
The Gardens celebrated its Bicentenary in 2018, and it has been a popular wedding location throughout its 200 year history. From the colour of the Japanese Garden to the historical class of The Conservatory, or a unique personal space within the 14-hectare site, there is a venue to suit everyone.
The experienced Gardens’ staff are keen to assist couples with any queries about their special day. With its romantic little white bridge and beautiful natural surroundings, the Lily Pond has traditionally been one of the most popular wedding venues at the Gardens.
As part of the Bicentenary, this area was transformed, with the construction of a contemporary development making it one of Hobart’s newest venues. This new feature includes three functionally designed Lily Pad decks floating above the water from the pathway level. There is wheelchair access on the upper deck and some fixed seating.
Located 5 minutes from the centre of Hobart and with plenty of free parking, the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens is the perfect wedding venue.
The Lily Pad Decks
Talk with our team on 6166 0451 or email [email protected]
SUCCULENT WEDDINGS AT THE ROYAL TASMANIAN BOTANICAL GARDENS
The gardens have long been one of Tasmania’s most popular spots for wedding ceremonies, and Succulent is a perfect spot for a beautiful wedding reception. With a choice of spaces and room for up to
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» If it looks like it’s going to be super sunny
or rainy, purchase some small umbrellas
for the bridal party that match your theme.
They’ll look good in photos too!
Theme and decorations
» Create a sense of who you are as a
couple and use your special day to
convey your story together.
» Make sure your wedding programs, escort
cards, and DIY projects are taken care of
well before the week of your wedding.
Bridal party attire
» For the bride: if you really like a dress, buy it.
Do not hesitate on that. The pain of passing
up the opportunity for the perfect dress is
much worse than having bought one and
then finding another one that’s better.
» If you bought new shoes for the big day,
whether you’re a bride or groom, be
sure to break them in ahead of time.
» If you’re ordering online, leave enough
time to ensure everyone fits their outfits
properly, that everyone is happy with their
attire and that they all look perfect!
Budgeting
» Make sure to start saving from the
moment you get engaged! Weddings
are very rarely a cheap festivity.
» Set a budget and work within it. There is no
need to go overboard with everything.
» A couple we spoke with, Sally and Daniel,
say, ‘We organised and made a lot of
the decorations ourselves, which was
something fun we could do together whilst
saving a lot of money in the process.’
Favours
» Favours can be edible or miscellaneous
items. Here’s a few ideas: candles, cupcakes,
infused oils, bath salts, jars of preserves
or condiments, soap, loose tea, coffee
beans, chocolates, or succulents.
» Make sure these are prepared well
before the wedding week!
Other
» Don’t sweat the small stuff, on the day you
will not notice, and neither will your guests.
» Give yourselves time to organise
things and enjoy the process.
» It’s one day, so if things don’t quite go directly
to plan, don’t stress. Just enjoy your party!
» Grooms should make a list of all the things they
need to do on the morning of the wedding.
» Our Summer winners for the Wedding of the
Year competition, Louise and Jordan, say, ‘In
the week leading up to the wedding, put aside
a night, afternoon or even a few hours where
it is just you and your partner, and just spend
some time together where you don’t have to
stress about the wedding for a little while.’ Also,
‘Take time to worry about the details leading
up to the wedding … but after a certain point,
forget all about them. On the actual day, none
of it will matter and all you will care about is
having an amazing time with the love of your
life and the people in your life you love.’
MORNING OF THE WEDDING
Take care of yourself
» Don’t forget to breathe.
» Taking thirty minutes to relax yourself with
a nice warm bath will help melt away any
stresses. Make sure the water is warm enough
to relax any tense muscles and use bubbles
or bath salts for added aromatherapy.
Waking up
» To wake up refreshed you should get
to sleep at a decent hour the night
before so you can be well rested.
» Give yourself plenty of time to get ready.
This doesn’t mean you should force yourself
to get up at 4am, and it doesn’t mean it’s
okay to sleep in as long as you like either.
What to eat
Eat a breakfast that is high in protein
and carbs. This food will take a while to
break down in your body and it will also
keep you going throughout the day.
What to wear
» Wear a button up shirt before you get into your
gown. While getting your hair and makeup
done, you’ll want to wear something you can
easily take off without ruining your face or hair.
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» Don’t overdo the perfume or cologne.
Too much can make you feel
nauseous and also attract bugs.
What to pack
» Spare shoes. Trust us, you will be wanting some
flat shoes when you get to the dance floor!
» Don’t forget a wedding day survival kit.
The typical kit includes things like basic
first-aid, tampons, a nail file, a stain
remover pen, a mini mirror, safety pins,
bobby pins, and even earring backs.
» Your phone. If you don’t have a purse with
you, or pockets in your dress, you may
need to ask your maid of honour to hold
it for you until you want to take a selfie!
THE CEREMONY
Transport
» Ensure all your guests have a way of
arriving to your selected venues. Use shuttle
buses and Uber to your advantage.
» Ride in style! Perhaps hire a fancy
car that you and your partner would
love to use for a grand entrance.
Walking down the aisle
» Get loose before you walk down the aisle.
No, we do not mean get drunk. Do some
light stretching to release any tension
and get your blood flowing so that you
don’t pass out. Yes, that can happen.
» Keep your bouquets at hip height.
Choosing your celebrant
» Make sure they have an outfit that
will complement your theme.
» Ask what arrangements they have in place in
the event that they have an accident or become
ill and are unable to perform the wedding.
» If you’re stuck with wording, ask if they
can help with writing your vows.
» Make sure you get to proof the ceremony
wording before the wedding day. This is
recommended in case there is anything you
don’t want your celebrant to mention.
Signing paperwork – info and witnesses
» There are some key pieces of information that
must be provided before the wedding day:
1. The date and place of birth of both parties.
2. Proof of identity of both parties.
» Usually, your celebrant will supply three
Certificates of Marriage. One you and your
spouse need to sign, one your two witnesses
over the age of 18 need to sign, and one which
your celebrant will sign on your wedding day.
Photo time
» Make sure to let your photographer
know all the people you want photos
with so you don’t miss anyone.
Decorations/setting
» Get your wedding planner or stylist
to set up the chairs or benches for the
ceremony and any floral arrangements
you want to decorate the scene with.
» Make sure you have access to power
for microphones and speakers and
any music you’ll have playing.
Other
» Stop to take it all in. Ask your celebrant to
include a ‘deep breath’ moment so you can
look over the crowd, look at your spouse
and burn the memory into your brain.
You won’t get another opportunity.
… enlist the help of your family and friends. You really don’t have to personally pick up your wedding cake, drop off the seating plan, or take the gifts home from your reception venue. The key word here is ‘delegate’.
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The perfect location for your bucks or hens day. Just book in and turn up!
We will organise everything and ensure you have an unforgettable day.
With over 15 great activities including archery, axe-throwing, clay
target shooting and paintball your day will be action packed!
We can cater for any type of function in our fully licensed reception
centre, set amongst over 400 acres of bushland. On-site chefs can cater
for functions from sit down 2 or 3 course meals to something
more informal.
Just 45 minutes drive from Hobart or 30 minutes from Hobart Airport.
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On the edge of the Tarkine Rainforest and a short drive from picturesque Stanley, Tall Timbers is the ideal
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THE RECEPTION
Flowers
» If you pre-order your flowers and they
get delivered to you the day before the
wedding, make sure you trim the stem
diagonally and place them in water! This
will ensure that they last longer.
» Think outside the box … you may be
able to halve the amount of flowers that
need to be purchased by adding in other
features such as fruit or branches.
» Pick a colour and design scheme, not a
flower scheme. To do this, choose flowers
that match your colour theme rather than
simply choosing flowers just because you like
them. This will create a more artistic look and
it will help to blend everything together.
Meals
» Keep in mind that some of your guests may have
some dietary requirements. Also, you may have
children present. So, make sure to plan ahead
and get your special orders in to your caterers.
Alcohol
» Be careful with alcohol. Your wedding
day is one you want to remember clearly,
forever. So, make sure you don’t drink too
much. A rule of thumb – drink a glass of
water in between each glass of alcohol.
Speeches
» Stay poised during the speeches. If something
inappropriate is mentioned, it’s best to just let
it slide. Many people probably missed it, but
they wouldn’t miss you screaming or making
a scene during one of your friend’s speeches.
Music
» Give the DJ or band you’ve hired a list of
songs you want to hear during the night.
Or go even further and have a USB ready
with all the music you would like.
Dancing
» Make sure you dance. Your favourite music
is playing, the dance floor is packed with
people you love, and you have a reason to
celebrate. With those conditions, you’d be
silly not to dance and enjoy yourself.
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Bringing history to life . . .Brickendon is a magnificent rural estate set amidst the picturesque English Style countryside of Longford. Be it an intimate wedding in the quaint 1836 gothic chapel or a romantic garden wedding amongst the perfumes of over 180 varieties of old fashioned roses, Brickendon offers the perfect wedding venue. With your individually designed reception in the unique 1830’s Sussex Barn your day will only be complete with a romantic wedding night in one of our private, historic cottages.
Perfect! And just for you . . .Just imagine… a quaint little Chapel with its steep pitched shingle roof set in a private cottage garden - a perfect location for a small and intimate ceremony or perhaps you may prefer the magnificent Heritage Gardens. Enjoy your ceremony surrounded by the sweet perfume of old fashioned roses, the sweeping branches of 180 year old English and European trees and the beauty of the Georgian Homestead.
Brickendon offers a reception venue with a difference! Enjoy the romance of the large 1830’s timber barn for a unique wedding reception. With mellow timbers and festoon lighting, candelabras and farming memorabilia the Barn offers a stunning location for either a casual party or an elegant affair.
Create your own theme so your wedding is truly yours.
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Eating
» From the moment you wake up you’ll be on-
the-go and that likely means eating will be
the last thing on your mind. If you don’t want
to miss out on eating during the wedding ask
your caterer, your friend, your photographer
or anyone you like to pull you aside at some
point. Whether they just remind you to eat or
prepare a plate for you when the time comes, it
is always a good idea to eat a little something.
Paying vendors
» If you have any outstanding bills that need to
be taken care of, you’ll likely need to deal with
that on your wedding day. Have the payments
ready to go in labelled, sealed envelopes and
perhaps consider asking a member of your
bridal party to be responsible for holding them
on the day so you don’t have to worry about it.
Cake cutting
» Don’t do the cake smash. Well … you can, but
it’s not recommended. Brides, you will still
have people to see and photos to pose for, so
don’t risk getting cake or icing in your hair
or on your dress. Grooms, this is not how
you want to start married life. Trust us.
Photos
» Arrange for some group photos to be taken
at the reception. Your photographer may
suggest doing this before the reception,
but you should leave that time period for
the more formal time-consuming photos
with your close family and bridal party.
Games
» To entertain your guests, you may want to
arrange some games everyone can join in on.
Some game ideas are: The Shoe Game, Ring
Toss, Giant Chess Board, Wheel of Fun, Word
Search (on a giant chalk board), Dress Up Photo
Booth, Bride and Groom Trivia. Just search
for these on Google for more information!
Parents
» On the day you may be excited about all your
friends or family you haven’t seen in a few
months or years, which is great, but remember
it is your wedding day, and it is as much of
a milestone for your parents as it is for you.
They may have been dreaming of this day
for years. So, set aside a small part of the day
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Imagine the perfect secluded venue setting for your wedding day. At the Royal Hobart Golf Club, in Seven Mile Beach, overlooking a panoramic view of lush greens and
tranquil settings for your reception. Our venue holds up to 120 guests with ceremony options onsite and acres of photography opportunities, 5 minutes from the beach.
‘Imagine the most romantic wedding’
Other
» Take a few selfies. Or any photos for that
matter. Yes, you will have a photographer
and your guests will no doubt be recording
everything too, but if there’s something you
really want to remember and you’re not sure
if anyone else has captured it, go for it!
» Be magnanimous. Greet everyone with a smile,
even if it’s your cousin whom you haven’t
spoken to in three years because of something
she said during a previous family gathering.
» Remember why you’re there. Amid all the fun
and excitement, be sure to take it all in. Take
a moment to glance over at your spouse, the
one you’re committing your life to, and reflect
on the incredible journey that’s ahead of you.
To view the complete guide, the full and
most up-to-date version of this article can
be found on our website by searching for
‘Ultimate Wedding Planning Guide’. ♥
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Fancy a relaxed and rustic, outside wedding in a working orchard?
Want to put your own creative touches on a blank canvas that is our wedding ‘shed’?
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Vineyard venues
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Home Hill Winery is nestled in the picturesque and romantic Huon Valley, surrounded
by vines, pastures, livestock and mountains.
Just thirty minutes scenic drive south of Hobart, the winery is exclusively yours with a professional wedding planner and indoor and outdoor locations to cater to your
personal style.
Our award-winning wines complement the delicious local produce we use in our menus, to create a culinary experience like no other.
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Planning a wedding can be tough. It requires
time, thought, effort … and, oh yes – money. It’s
easy to forget the main point of it all – celebrating
your relationship and your commitment as
a couple. Although spare a thought for your
guests. They want to enjoy your wedding too,
and while you can probably never please all of
your guests, all of the time, it’s worth considering
what will make your day fun for them too.
1. SERVE GREAT FOOD AND BEVERAGES
First and foremost, the one thing you can be
assured your guests will remember about your
wedding is the food. Of all the purchases you
make for your wedding, ensure you save a
generous amount for great food and beverages.
There’s nothing worse than your guests going
home dissatisfied – or worse, hungry or thirsty.
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We are the ideal venue for your Wedding reception with our function room being able to seat up to 120 guests with a range of food and beverage options.
Our flexible team would be delighted to tailor a package to suit you and your special day.
How to plan a wedding your guests will love
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2. YOUR PARTY IS ONLY AS GOOD AS THE PEOPLE ENJOYING IT
Invite people who you are close to. If you invite
guests simply out of consideration for them, some
may feel as though they’re only there to ‘make up
numbers.’ It’s more enjoyable for everyone if they
know you well, that way you can spend the day/
evening with all the people you love, and have an
amazing time, with no-one feeling out of place,
and like they’ve been invited ‘just because.’
3. INCORPORATE SOME PERSONALITY
Incorporate your love story into your wedding
vows. Tell the story of how you came together
as a couple with some heartfelt, handwritten
wedding vows. Incorporate some help from
other family members and friends, and inject
some humour into the mix. Everyone loves
a good love story, and it gives your guests a
sliver of insight into each of your lives.
4. DON’T CRAM TOO MUCH IN
The worst thing at weddings is when everyone
is being summoned for something every 15
minutes while they’re having a good time.
On a similar note, try to limit the number
of speeches and toasts, so your guests have
plenty of time to chat, eat and dance.
5. AVOID ‘DOWN’ TIME
Where possible, keep the day’s events moving
to minimise ‘down’ time, such as waiting for the
ceremony to begin, or an extensive wait while you
are having photographs taken. Aim to keep your
guests entertained with movement of some kind.
Nothing sets the mood better than the newly married couple having fun and enjoying themselves.
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6. HAVE FUN
It seems obvious, but your vibe is everyone
else’s vibe, so relax and have fun on your
wedding day. It doesn’t matter if it rains, or the
main course is served a little late. No one will
remember small hiccups when the wedding is
over. If the two of you are emotional, everyone
else will most likely be emotional. It is your day
so everyone will follow your lead. Have a couple
of drinks to settle the nerves, loosen up a bit and
let loose on the dance floor together! Nothing
sets the mood better than the newly married
couple having fun and enjoying themselves.
7. ARRANGE AN OPEN BAR
If you’ve previously asked your guests to pay their
way into the wedding, you may want to think
about paying for their drinks. Some may think
it slightly rude to make guests pay for all their
beverages throughout the night, on top of what
they’ve already paid to help celebrate with you
on your special day. So consider thanking them
for coming along and supporting your marriage,
by giving them access to drinks on the house.
8. SET ASIDE AN AREA FOR PEOPLE WHO DON’T LIKE LOUD MUSIC
Elderly guests, newborns, people with hearing
disabilities, and all those chatterboxes. What do
you do with them if you’ve already planned for a
perfect band or DJ with all your favourite tunes?
Some people don’t want to yell over loud
music, and most elderly people can be
sensitive to loud noise, so think about having
a separate area for them to access during the
night. It may be a separate room, it may be
on a deck outside, or a corner with a couple
of lounges. Whatever it is, it will be a polite
and considerate option for your guests.
Remember, your guests will be attending your
wedding to wish you well, and have a great time.
Don’t impose too many rules and regulations
at your wedding, keep the day’s events moving,
serve great food and beverages, provide
entertainment and let your guests do the rest! ♥
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Dee Potter celebrates life and love. Dee is recognised as one of Tasmania’s most experienced celebrants. Let her celebrate your marriage with elegance and style,
whether it be the mountain, beach, national park, city, country or town. Her ceremonies are personalised with love for all occasions. Launceston based, but
loves to travel with a perfect sound system.
From the words of Helen Keller, ‘The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen, they must be felt with the heart’, and it is with this emotion a marriage begins…
I promise to give you the time with a warm, caring approach with professionalism and understanding, helping to turn your
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I would love to marry you! I provide a friendly, caring and professional service and together we will create a ceremony that best reflects you as a couple. Your day can be magical and memorable for all the right reasons with the perfect mix of style and fun. Wherever your chosen location may
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you create a memorable and soulful ceremony that touches the heart. In depth meetings and discussions as well as sample ceremonies and choices of suitable text and verse are part of my service to all couples.
• Passionate, experienced, professional.• 20 years classroom teaching background.
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Your wedding day is the one day you will always remember. It should be the happiest day of your lives; a day that was all for you and about you. My commitment to you is that your wedding day will be one that you will always remember with a big smile. I will always go the ‘extra mile’ with you to make
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Elegant or relaxed, classic or contemporary, an intimate affair or the event of the year – my personal approach will ensure that you enjoy your day, your way. Together, we’ll
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Things to do 9 to 12 months out
After you have sorted the many big-ticket items
for your wedding – such as the budget, guest
list, ceremony, photographer, celebrant, caterer
and reception venue – it’s time to plan, purchase
and book some of the more essential services.
Now that you have done the preliminary
research in magazines, our Wedding Planning
App and online, it’s time to choose and book
some of the essential services that will make your
wedding … well, your own unique wedding!
The upcoming 9 to 12 months out section
will provide you with our suggestions
for the upcoming period. ♥
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toucH BASE WItH Your MArrIAGE cELEBrAnt /oFFIcIAnt to dIScuSS uPcoMInG PLAnS
SHort LISt And orGAnISE Your SHoES
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… check out and book some of the essential services that will make your wedding … well, your own special wedding!
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The wedding speechWhile the bride and groom are the big stars on their wedding day, when it comes to the speeches, it’s the best man, maid
of honour, father of the bride, and other family members who are usually called on to perform a ‘starring role’.
So how do you start that speech? Should you
really share that joke? How do you guarantee
laughs? Here are a few handy tips on how to
overcome your nerves, and deliver a speech
the bride and groom will love you for.
PURPOSE OF SPEECHES
Speeches give the bride and groom a chance
to thank those who have worked hard to
make their wedding day special, and it gives
family and friends a chance to let others
know a little more about the married couple.
If done well, speeches can be a great source
of entertainment and satisfaction. Rather than
seeing speeches as a burden, why not try to
make them one of the highlights of your day?
OVERCOMING NERVES
One of the biggest hurdles to a good wedding
speech is simply the thought of delivering
it. Few people like to stand up in front of a
crowd to deliver a speech –especially on such
an emotional day. The best piece of advice
is to keep the notion of delivering a wedding
speech in perspective. If you are the groom,
your speech is only a small part of what will be
one of the most fantastic days of your life.
The first thing to realise is that nerves are
inevitable and – this is the important point
– they aren’t necessarily a bad thing. Nerves
help to improve your performance.
Second, if you’re nervous when standing petrified
on a diving board, you only have to be brave
for an instant – the moment you take the leap,
gravity and exhilaration soon take over. It’s a
similar thing with public speaking – as soon as
you begin to speak, the nerves virtually disappear.
Third, remember you are among family and
friends – people that love and care about
you. If you make an error or fumble through
your speech, no one will care. They are there
to share your happiness, not to be a judging
panel for your public speaking abilities.
The next step to overcoming nerves is being
confident in the delivery of your speech.
How do you become more confident? Know
your speech. If you know your material
and how you want to deliver it, you’ll have
confidence in your speech and yourself.
THE THREE P’S
For any speech, reading or presentation, there
are three Ps to remember: Plan, Prepare and
Practice. Even if you just want to say a few words,
if you have planned, prepared and practiced
those words in advance, your ability to deliver
what you want to say will increase dramatically.
Whether it’s a speech or a reading, practicing
doesn’t mean just reading it over once or
twice. You need to practice saying it out
loud, several times. The more times you
read it out, the more you will understand
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the rhythm of the piece, and which words
need certain intonation and emphasis.
Don’t be shy – use the mirrors around your
home to practice your speech, (although it
might be preferable to wait until you are alone!).
This helps you to become familiar with your
speech, and to watch your facial expressions and
posture. It also forces you to practice looking at
your audience, rather than down at your feet!
KNOW YOUR AUDIENCE
If it’s your wedding you will know who the
wedding guests are. If not, ask who’ll be there,
and who needs to be mentioned. Try and include
stories from both sides of the wedding aisle so
you connect with everyone in the room. The
more you connect, the better your audience will
react to you, and the more relaxed you will feel.
CUE CARDS
While some people can speak easily off the
cuff, most people will need to use some sort of
prompt to keep them on track. A set of palm-sized
cards to set out the main points and the order in
which you want to make your speech is a great
way of doing this. It also looks a lot neater than
ink on the inside of your hand, or a long piece
of paper which has become tattered from you
pulling it out of your pocket too many times.
Cue cards are especially handy when it comes
to thanking people, such as those who may
have helped with preparation, or guests that
have travelled from interstate or overseas for
the big day. Leaving someone out can risk
offending, so a written list of names is a must.
When using cue cards, don’t fall into the trap
of writing down every word you want to say, as
your speech may come across as stilted, rather
than coming from the heart. The cards are simply
there as a prompt, so just list key words or short
sentences to remind you of what you want
to say and the order that you want to say it.
STAND AND DELIVER
If you still fear nerves will be a major problem
for you when delivering your speech, then
pick up a few useful techniques for relaxing
before the big day. Deep breathing may or
may not work for you, but is worth a try.
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Remember, if you go blank, don’t panic. Take
a deep breath, have a drink of water, collect
yourself and check your cue cards. If all
else fails just move on to the next point.
When delivering your speech, look up as often
as you can, and try to maintain open body
language (with arms uncrossed and shoulders
back). Maintaining frequent eye contact with your
audience is very important when delivering a
genuine speech. If you’re not keen on maintaining
eye contact with the whole room, start off with one
person. Ideally let a friend know that you will be
focusing on them whilst delivering your speech,
and this should help to keep you composed.
Try not to fidget or lean from one foot to
another, as it can be annoying for those people
listening to you. Try hard not to say ‘umm’ or
‘arr’ too many times, and most importantly don’t
forget to smile – after all, it’s a celebration!
You can also be prepared on the wedding day
by ensuring you know where in the room you
will be making your speech before the reception.
If you are using a microphone, make sure you
know how it works prior to your speech. Check
the height of it, and whether you need to adjust
it or not. This can even be done once the dinner
has started, or at a casual part of the reception
when people are chatting among themselves.
With plenty of practice behind you, all you have
to do is remember to put your speech notes
in your pocket on the big day. Ensure your
speech notes are not kept far away from a tissue
or handkerchief. Even if you think you are as
tough as nails, weddings can be tear-jerking
occasions. Emotion is great, but a runny nose is
not when you are holding a captive audience!
ALWAYS CHECK THAT GUESTS CAN HEAR YOU
No matter how good your speech is, the guests
won’t be able to hear if you are mumbling at 200
words per minute! Speak calmly, and don’t be
afraid to ask people at the beginning of the speech
whether they can hear you in all parts of the room.
SPEECH STRUCTURE
At its simplest a wedding speech can be divided
into three parts, the introduction, the main body
and the conclusion. The introduction is usually
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a response (such as the groom responding on
behalf of the bride and himself or the best man
responding on behalf of the bridesmaids).
The middle comprises anecdotes and thanks,
and the conclusion is usually a toast.
Ideally the speech should focus on one compelling
idea – it’s one gourmet dish, not an all-you-
can-eat buffet! There’s no need to include every
single story about the bride or groom, but it
should include one or two relevant ones.
Speak for around 5 minutes, unless it is an
extremely formal wedding, then you might want
to extend it by a little. Stick to the main points
when preparing your speech and keep it flowing.
A long and tedious speech can really slow down
a fantastic celebration and make guests restless.
If you find grammar and speech writing
difficult, there are plenty of publications and
websites available on what to include in
your wedding speech. These can help you
not only with the structure of your speech,
but also with opening and closing lines.
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STRUCTURE TIPS
1. Warm up with some self-
deprecating comments.
2. Learn a few jokes – these should be scattered
judiciously throughout your speech.
3. Build your speech around one funny or
touching anecdote, and make one main point.
4. Finish with a joke and, of course, a toast.
5. Practice, practice, practice! Try to get
someone to listen to you and give feedback.
The most important thing to remember is to
have fun. Once you get through it, you’ll be
surprised at the new found confidence you’ll
feel at having spoken in front of a crowd.
You’ll also feel proud at having performed
an important task on a special occasion.
THE TOAST
As you finish your speech, and just before
you raise a toast, ensure that everyone
has something in their glass. Go with
a line such as, ‘Ladies and gentleman,
thank you for listening to me, can I ask
you to charge your glasses, as I’d love to
propose a toast to my wonderful friend …’
WHO MAKES A WEDDING SPEECH?
Traditionally, it was the father of the bride,
the groom and the best man. Modern
weddings can include more or less
speakers than this. For example, it is not
unusual for a bride, the maid of honour,
or a mother of the bride to make a speech.
Your selection of speakers will also reflect
your own family situation. If the bride’s
father is deceased, for example, she may
choose her mother or another special
family member or friend to say a few words.
Traditional speech etiquette can work a
treat (and it might work wonderfully for
you), but consider your options. Ideally
you won’t want more than four speakers
(with clear guidelines on expected
speech durations), so choose wisely.
It’s also a lovely idea to add a quirky
speaker into your speech line-up. Someone
who has no etiquette and formalities to
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follow, and who can immediately put
a smile on people’s faces. A speech by
your 80 year-old grandad, for example.
Another idea might be to choose a young
speaker, maybe a teenage niece’s ideas
on love and marriage, or a Winnie the
Pooh passage read by your pageboy.
Another idea is to include a joint ‘Mr and
Mrs’ speech. When a bride and groom give
a joint speech it immediately says ‘we’re a
team’. It also creates a comedy double act
and gets people laughing. The pressure
is taken off the groom, and no one has to
speak ‘on behalf’ of anyone else. It also
means both the bride and groom get to be
nice about their families, compliment the
in-laws and say a big thank you to everyone
for being part of their wedding. Ideally
Mr and Mrs speeches should be written
together, or one member of the couple could
write the first draft of the speech and the
other member could ‘tweak’ it later on. The
speech should be practised and delivered
together, and a decision should be made as
to whether one member of the couple will
play ‘the joker’, and the other ‘the straight
man or woman’ during the speech. Finally,
make sure there are two microphones
available at the venue if needed.
ADD SOME HUMOUR
Laughter creates a warm and memorable
atmosphere so don’t be afraid to use a bit of
humour in your speech. It is sure to be a hit
as long as you feel comfortable including
it, and it’s in good taste. Remember:
1. Revealing overly personal facts about
the bride or groom or their past is
not a good idea, especially when
both have their families present.
2. Don’t assume a bride and groom know
everything about each other – a bride
may not want to hear about her partner’s
past conquests on her wedding day.
3. Any overly risqué one liners need to
be judged according to the gathered
crowd. What may be a real crowd pleaser
for the younger guests may fizzle
with older guests or grandparents.
4. A fail-safe option for adding humour
is some light teasing of the person/s
who you’re making a speech about.
Think of silly things that will make the
room smile. Bring up amusing events
where they were silly, but lovable.
ALCOHOL
Another big tip is to watch your alcohol
consumption. Having a few too many
to relax can be an easy trap to fall into if
you are a reluctant public speaker. On the
wedding day it’s not unusual for a person
to feel nervous and skip meals (especially
if you are the groom), so even a couple
of drinks can go straight to your head.
As a rule one or two to calm the nerves
is fine, but save the rest for afterwards.
While it may be annoying having to wait
until late in the day/evening to finally
relax and enjoy a few drinks, slurring
your speech, swaying or being unable to
see your cue cards may leave the wrong
impressions etched in everyone’s minds. ♥
Try and include stories from both sides of the wedding aisle so you connect with everyone in the room. The more you connect, the better your audience will react to you, and the more relaxed you will feel.
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Things to do 6 to 9 months out
Six months before your wedding day is a
great time to craft a wedding menu for the
most memorable dinner party of your life.
As you plan each course, keep in mind that the
colour, flavour, temperature and taste of each
course should be well balanced, and that each
course should also complement the next.
Then, consider the style of food that
suits you both as a couple.
Consider the season. The time of year can play
a big part in what goes on your wedding menu.
Winter may not be the season for cold smoked
salmon; nor is an outdoor wedding in January
the occasion for a slow-cooked beef stew.
Regarding the visual appeal … remember, you
taste first with your eyes, so ensure that every
course is as visually appealing as possible. Start
collecting inspiring images and articles of food
and cocktail recipes that you love, along with
food presentation that you find attractive.
Go local! There are many people who take culinary
holidays, travelling through countries in search
of the local fare. Turn your wedding reception
into its own culinary vacation by creating a
menu featuring local Tasmanian specialties.
Finally, remember that sometimes ‘less is more’.
The simplest foods presented in a generous
fashion may have a more memorable impact
than a wide variety of small servings. Think
about offering one or two spectacular dishes.
In the following section we have listed our
suggestions for the upcoming tasks you may
wish to tackle in the 6 to 9 month period. ♥
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conSIdEr BooKInG AccoMModAtIon For AnY IntErStAtE And IntErnAtIonAL GuEStS
It’S tIME to SEt uP Your GIFt rEGIStrY
LEt tHE cELEBrAtIon BEGIn – HoLd Your BrIdAL SHoWEr
ArrAnGE A tIME to MEEt WItH Your rEcEPtIon VEnuE to FInALISE Your MEnu
dIScuSS WItH rEcEPtIon VEnuE – oPtIonS For GuEStS WHILSt PHotoGrAPHS / VIdEo ArE BEInG tAKEn
BuBBLY tIME! ordEr Your SPArKLInG WInE And otHEr BEVErAGES
WAnt to tonE uP And BooSt Your FItnESS In tIME For Your WEddInG? LooK At SoME HEALtH And FItnESS oPtIonS
noW IS tHE tIME to APProAcH tHE PEoPLE You WAnt to MAKE A SPEEcH At Your WEddInG
A GrEAt WAY to SAY tHAnK You: PurcHASE GIFtS For Your WEddInG PArtY, PArEntS And EAcH otHEr
BooK tHE WEddInG trAnSPort – A GrEAt JoB For tHE Soon-to-BE-GrooM
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Things to do 3 to 6 months out
Have you considered writing your own wedding
vows for your wedding ceremony? With the
help of your celebrant and/or officiant this can
really personalise your commitment to each
other. In your vows you may wish to include
all those special moments and sentiments
that have brought the two of you together to
this special moment of time. Based on the
feedback from wedding couples … the more
sentiment and emotion, the better. Good luck.
Just before you rush off to begin writing
your wedding vows, we have more
suggestions for the other tasks you may wish
to tackle in this 3 to 6 month period. ♥
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WrItInG Your oWn WEddInG VoWS AddS SEntIMEnt And MEAnInG to Your MArrIAGE cErEMonY
cHAt WItH Your FLorISt ABout BouQuEtS, corSAGES, cErEMonY And rEcEPtIon FLoWErS
tALK to Your MArrIAGE cELEBrAnt ABout coMPLEtInG tHE notIcE oF IntEndEd MArrIAGE ForM (At LEASt onE cLEAr MontH BEForE Your WEddInG dAY)
SEnd Your ‘SAVE tHE dAtE’ cArdS to Your IntErStAtE And IntErnAtIonAL GuEStS
ArrAnGE FIttInGS For tHE BrIdAL And BrIdESMAIdS’ GoWnS
ArrAnGE FIttInGS For tHE GrooM And GrooMSMEn
FInALISE cErEMonY ArrAnGEMEntS WItH Your MArrIAGE cELEBrAnt / oFFIcIAnt
FInALISE tHE cErEMonY And rEcEPtIon dÉcor WItH Your StYLISt
PLAn Your HEnS And BucKS nIGHtS And BrIdAL SHoWEr
HAVE A trIAL dAY WItH Your HAIrdrESSEr And MAKE-uP ArtISt
conFIrM drESS FIttInGS ScHEduLE
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Things to do 1 to 3 months out
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SEnd out InVItAtIonS 8-10 WEEKS In AdVAncE And 16 WEEKS In AdVAncE For oVErSEAS GuEStS
BooK An APPoIntMEnt WItH A nAIL tEcHnIcIAn – Your HAndS And tHE rInG WILL BE tHE cEntrE oF AttEntIon
cHEcK GuESt LISt And GuESt nuMBErS & FoLLoW uP on GuEStS WHo HAVE not rSVP’d
drAW uP A GuESt SEAtInG PLAn IncLudInG tHE BrIdAL tABLE And tABLES For FAMILIES
drAW uP Your rEcEPtIon SEAtInG PLAn
ProVIdE Your GuESt nuMBErS And SEAtInG PLAn to Your rEcEPtIon VEnuE
conFIrM Your MEnu And BEVErAGES WItH Your cAtErEr / rEcEPtIon VEnuE
A SWEEt WAY to tHAnK Your GuEStS – ordEr tHEM SoME tHouGHtFuL (or tAStY) WEddInG BoMBonIErE
ordEr otHEr WEddInG dAY ESSEntIALS – roSE PEtALS, conFEttI, WEddInG BuBBLES, cHILdrEn’S EntErtAInMEnt
PLAn tHE ordEr oF SErVIcE For Your cErEMonY, And SELEct AnY rEAdInGS, HYMnS And otHEr MuSIc
drAW uP A ScHEduLE For Your WEddInG dAY
HAnd out runnInG SHEEtS to EVErYonE concErnEd, IncLudE MAPS IF nEcESSArY.
ArrAnGE A dAtE And tIME For A WEddInG rEHEArSAL, And A VEnuE For A rEHEArSAL dInnEr
rEconFIrM Your HonEYMoon FLIGHtS And AccoMModAtIon, BooK trAVEL InSurAncE
orGAnISE A trIAL dAY WItH Your HAIrdrESSEr And MAKEuP ArtISt
rEconFIrM HonEYMoon FLIGHtS And AccoMModAtIon. BooK trAVEL InSurAncE
SELEct WHo WILL BE doInG Your cErEMonY rEAdInGS
run tHrouGH tHE WEddInG dAY ScHEduLE WItH tHE WEddInG PArtY
HAVE A FAcIAL And BooK In AnotHEr BEForE Your WEddInG
FInAL drESS FIttInG
While doing a hair trial may cost you a bit more, it may be a very good investment to ensure your peace of mind.
To have a hair trial, or not to … that is the question.
A hair trial is a great way to ensure your ‘crowning
glory’ looks amazing, and can stand up to all the
activities that your wedding day will dish out.
After all, we do live in Tasmania, and on your
wedding day you may be faced with hot sun,
wind or rain. Will your hair have to withstand the
rigours of dancing and revelling, and will you
choose to wear a veil or not? There’s a few things
to consider, when considering your hairstyle.
While doing a hair trial may cost you a little more,
it may be a very good investment to ensure your
peace of mind. A hair trial will give you an idea of
what you can expect your hair to look like on your
wedding day, and it minimises the chances of a
hair ‘malfunction’. After all, on your wedding day,
you may be too nervous and preoccupied to give
ideal directions for what you want your hair to look
like. So, make a day of it, head out on the town, and
give your hairstyle a trial run before your big day.
And of course, the following section
shows a host of other suggested tasks
for the upcoming period. ♥
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Things to do 30 days out
This is the time for final preparations and
checking all services and tasks are on track. The
month before your wedding will be packed with
appointments and obligations, so make your life
easier by using our easy-to-follow task lists for
the final 30 days leading up to your wedding.
In addition to the tasks list, there are one or two
things you might want consider to ensure your
wedding day runs like proverbial clockwork.
Organising your wedding day timeline is such
a consideration, and takes the pride of place as
a must mention item. No matter how reliable or
punctual everyone is, you’ll want to put together
a wedding day timeline to keep things on track.
Ensure that all of the relevant vendors, family
and wedding party receive a copy of the
timeline, and include a little extra padding in
your schedule – because mishaps can occur. ♥
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trY on Your WEddInG GoWn WItH Your LInGErIE And AccESSorIES
EnSurE tHE WEddInG PArtY AttIrE IS SuItABLE And FItS WELL
PrEPArE Your WEddInG SPEEcHES, And EnSurE otHEr SPEEcH MAKErS ArE PrEPArEd
ordEr Your WEddInG FLoWErS FroM Your cHoSEn FLorISt – BrIdAL BouQuEtS, corSAGE, cErEMonY And rEcEPtIon VEnuE FLoWErS
coMPLEtE notIcE oF IntEndEd MArrIAGE (At LEASt 1 MontH BEForE Your WEddInG dAY)
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1-2 WEEKS
tASK notES dAtE coMPLEtEd
EnJoY Your LASt dAYS oF SInGLEdoM! HoLd A HEnS, BucKS or ‘HucKS’ PArtY
conFIrM Your cErEMonY ArrAnGEMEntS
conFIrM Your rEcEPtIon / MArQuEE ArrAnGEMEntS
conFIrM FLoWErS And dELIVErY WItH Your FLorISt
conFIrM cAKE And dELIVErY WItH Your cAKE MAKEr
conFIrM cAtErInG
conFIrM Your ScHEduLE And ArrAnGEMEntS WItH Your PHotoGrAPHEr
conFIrM ArrAnGEMEntS WItH SPEEcH MAKErS, And tHoSE WHo WILL BE doInG rEAdInGS At Your cErEMonY
conFIrM StYLInG / dÉcor ArrAnGEMEntS AS WELL AS EQuIPMEnt HIrE
conFIrM Your ScHEduLE And ArrAnGEMEnt WItH Your VIdEoGrAPHEr
conFIrM MuSIc And EntErtAInMEnt ArrAnGEMEntS
conFIrM WItH WEddInG PLAnnEr tHAt ALL ArrAnGEMEntS ArE on trAcK
conFIrM FItnESS / HEALtH ArrAnGEMEntS
conFIrM nAIL trEAtMEnt
conFIrM WEddInG nIGHt AccoMModAtIon
conFIrM GuEStS’ AccoMModAtIon
conFIrM Mc SPEEcHES And ALL rEAdInGS
conFIrM HonEYMoon And trAVEL ArrAnGEMEntS
PAcK For Your WEddInG nIGHt
dELIVEr PLAcE cArdS, MEnuS, BoMBonIErE Etc. to Your rEcEPtIon VEnuE
FInALISE AnY LASt MInutE cErEMonY ArrAnGEMEntS WItH Your MArrIAGE cELEBrAnt / oFFIcIAnt
ArrAnGE HAIr cut / FAcIAL For tHE GrooM
FInALISE Your WEddInG SPEEcH – MAKE AnY LASt MInutE ModIFIcAtIonS
ArrAnGE GIFt BASKEtS to LEAVE In AccoMModAtIon oF IntErStAtE / oVErSEAS GuEStS
orGAnISE A GIFt MIndEr At tHE WEddInG rEcEPtIon And WHILE You ArE AWAY on HonEYMoon
ArrAnGE For SoMEonE to MInd AnY PEtS / Your HoME WHILE You ArE on Your HonEYMoon
don’t ForGEt AnY FInAL BEAutY trEAtMEntS
AttEnd tHE cErEMonY rEHEArSAL And rEHEArSAL dInnEr
PrESEnt tHE BrIdAL PArtY And Your PArEntS WItH tHAnK You GIFtS
SEnd WEddInG AnnouncEMEntS to tHE nEWSPAPEr And / or Your WEddInG WEBSItE
PAcK BAGS For tHE HonEYMoon.
LEAVE A coPY oF Your HonEYMoon ItInErArY WItH A truStEd PErSon In cASE oF An EMErGEncY
1-2 WEEKS
tASK notES dAtE coMPLEtEd
ArrAnGE tHE corrEct PAYMEnt For tHE MInIStEr, MuSIcIAnS Etc. And GIVE tHESE to Your BESt MAn
orGAnISE SoMEonE to dELIVEr WEddInG AccESSorIES
AttEnd tHE cErEMonY rEHEArSAL And EnSurE AnY cHILdrEn tAKInG PArt ArE coMFortABLE And conFIdEnt
orGAnISE tHE corrEct PAYMEnt For tHE MInIStEr, cHoIr, MuSIcIAnS Etc. And GIVE tHESE to tHE BESt MAn
PHOTOGRAPHY: LIFEStYLE IMAGES BY ALEXAndrA GrIMSHAW
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Only one day to go
onE dAY to Go
tASK notES dAtE coMPLEtEd
EnSurE tHAt AnY HIrEd GoodS HAVE BEEn coLLEctEd And trIEd on
ArrAnGE For SoMEonE to rEturn HIrEd GoodS AFtEr tHE WEddInG
EnSurE tHAt tHE cAKE And FLoWErS HAVE BEEn dELIVErEd
EnSurE You HAVE ALL tHE drESSES And SuItS
ArrAnGE nIBBLES And rEFrESHMEntS For tHE BrIdAL PArtY WHILSt PHotoGrAPHS ArE BEInG tAKEn
VISIt Your nAIL tEcHnIcIAn / MAnIcurISt
HAVE A rELAXInG BAtH / MASSAGE, trY to rELAX And GEt A Good nIGHt’S SLEEP
Put toGEtHEr An EMErGEncY BEAutY / FIrSt-AId KIt
Your wedding day is almost here. With only one
day to go, try to stay calm and enjoy your last
moments of singledom. Tomorrow will be a great
day! Don’t get upset by any small glitches – after
all nothing in life is ever perfect. The important
thing is to relax and enjoy this time of your
life. Take some time out for a few nice-to-do
activities today. These may include a manicure,
perhaps a massage, or a nice lunch with the
wedding party or friends. There’s thousands of
ideas to choose from … so have a fantastic day.
On the day of your wedding, remember to
take some time out with your new husband
or wife, and your closest loved ones. ♥
PHOTOGRAPHY: LIFEStYLE IMAGES BY ALEXAndrA GrIMSHAW
Wedding day emergency kit
ASPIrIn or HEAdAcHE tABLEtS
HAIr PInS
MAKEuP And SMALL MIrror
PErFuME
cHEWInG GuM, BrEAtH MIntS And MoutHWASH
cLEAr nAIL PoLISH And InStAnt nAIL GLuE
BAnd AIdS
tWEEZErS
EYE droPS
BottLE oF WAtEr
StrAWS (So You don’t MESS uP Your LIPStIcK)
FAcIAL tISSuES
HAnd toWELEttES
HAIrBruSH, coMB And HAIr SPrAY
HAnd LotIon or MoISturISInG crEAM
LIP BALM
dEntAL FLoSS / tootH PIcKS
SPrAY on dEodorAnt
SunScrEEn
nAIL FILE
SAFEtY PInS
ScISSorS
corSAGE PInS
StAtIc cLInG SPrAY
EXtrA EArrInG BAcKS
SAnItArY nAPKInS And tAMPonS
MInI SEWInG KIt
cASH (You nEVEr KnoW WHEn You’LL nEEd It)
Add Your oWn!
All sorts of emergencies can occur at weddings.
While we hope you won’t experience any of these,
it’s always better to be prepared for the worst.
Here we have listed what we believe to be the
ultimate list of just-in-case emergency items.
Ask one of your attendants to pack the items in
a bag and stash it in a safe but easy-to-access
place during the wedding ceremony. ♥
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WEDDING DAY
TimelinetASK tIME LocAtIon FInISH PHonE
BrEAKFASt
HAIrdrESSEr (ALLoW APProX. 1 Hour For tHE BrIdE, 40 MInS For EAcH BrIdESMAId or otHEr FAMILY MEMBErS)
MAKE-uP (ALLoW APProX. 45 MInS – 1 Hour For tHE BrIdE, 45 MInS For EAcH BrIdESMAId or otHEr FAMILY MEMBErS)
BrIdE drESSInG (ALLoW APProX. 15-30 MInutES)
BrIdE: PHotoGrAPHY (ALLoW APProX. 1 Hour)
GrooM: PHotoGrAPHY (ALLoW APProX. 1 Hour)
BrIdE: VIdEoGrAPHY
GrooM: VIdEoGrAPHY
trAnSPort (douBLE tHE trAVEL tIME You AntIcIPAtE – BEttEr to HAVE too MucH tIME tHAn not EnouGH)
BrIdE: ArrIVAL At cErEMonY
GrooM: ArrIVAL At cErEMonY
FAMILY PHotoGrAPHY AFtEr cErEMonY (ALLoW APProX. 30 MInS)
LocAtIon PHotoGrAPHY WItH WEddInG PArtY And JuSt tHE tWo oF You (ALLoW APProX. 30 MInS)
ArrIVAL At rEcEPtIon
Food SErVIcE
SPEEcHES
SPEcIAL notES:
WEDDING DAY
Emergency contactsUse these pages to record the contact details of vital
service providers on your wedding day, such as your photographer, hairdresser, make-up artist and transport.
nAME: nAME:
BuSInESS: BuSInESS:
AddrESS: AddrESS:
PHonE: PHonE:
dEtAILS: dEtAILS:
nAME: nAME:
BuSInESS: BuSInESS:
AddrESS: AddrESS:
PHonE: PHonE:
dEtAILS: dEtAILS:
nAME: nAME:
BuSInESS: BuSInESS:
AddrESS: AddrESS:
PHonE: PHonE:
dEtAILS: dEtAILS:
nAME: nAME:
BuSInESS: BuSInESS:
AddrESS: AddrESS:
PHonE: PHonE:
dEtAILS: dEtAILS:
nAME: nAME:
BuSInESS: BuSInESS:
AddrESS: AddrESS:
PHonE: PHonE:
dEtAILS: dEtAILS:
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on tHE dAY oF tHE WEddInG
tASK notES dAtE coMPLEtEd
todAY’S tHE dAY!
HAVE A LEISurELY BrEAKFASt
PrEPArE For tHE ArrIVAL oF Your HAIrdrESSEr / MAKE-uP ArtISt
PrEPArE For tHE ArrIVAL oF Your PHotoGrAPHEr / VIdEoGrAPHEr
rEMEMBEr to SMILE And ForGEt ABout AnY SMALL HIccuPS tHAt MAY occur
PrEPArE For tHE ArrIVAL oF Your WEddInG trAnSPort
BE HAPPY In tHE KnoWLEdGE tHAt You ArE WELL PrEPArEd
IF PoSSIBLE, SPEnd A FEW QuIEt MoMEntS WItH Your PArtnEr to tAKE In ALL tHE dAY’S EVEntS
conGrAtuLAtIonS And EnJoY A FAntAStIc WEddInG dAY!
AFtEr tHE WEddInG
tASK notES dAtE coMPLEtEd
EnSurE ALL HIrEd EQuIPMEnt IS rEturnEd
EnSurE Your WEddInG BILLS ArE PAId
drY cLEAn / PrESErVE Your WEddInG GoWn
WrItE Your tHAnK You notES Soon AFtEr tHE WEddInG
Bon VoYAGE – EnJoY Your HonEYMoon GEtAWAY
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Anywhere 4 Hair and Makeup 162
Audrey Hair & Bridal 163
Barilla Bay Tasmania 117
Beaches Restaurant & Events 116
Brickendon Historic Estate 97
Brides Day Films 134
Bridget Walch – Celebrant 124
Criterion Jewellers 159
Crotty Dental 158
Cuthbert Classic Cars 171
David Closs – Celebrant 125
Dee Potter – Celebrant 124
Floral Design Tasmania 157
Frogmore Creek 106-107
Glen Albyn 115
Hadley’s Orient Hotel 86
Hit 100.9 56
Hobart Function & Conference Centre 112-113
Home Hill Winery 108
Jai Hay Jeweller 161
Josef Chromy 109
Karen Rees – Celebrant 125
Leanne Orr – Celebrant 124
Lemonthyme Lodge 102
Les Lees 19
Lifestyle Images by Alexandra Grimshaw 128-129
Linda Pasfield Photography 132-133
Lisa Todd – Celebrant 124
Lounge by Frogmore Creek 106-107
Penny Royal Launceston 91
Quamby Estate 99
RACV/RACT Hobart Apartment Hotel 93
RAW Pix Photography 134
Redbanks 95
Royal Hobart Golf Club 100
Sarah Eliza Photography Inside Front, 135
Sarah Ryan Photographer 130-131
Seagrass 114
Simone Taylor – Celebrant 125
Sophie McDermott 160
Spreyton Cider 101
Spring Bay Mill 2-3, 120
Stonesthrow Launceston 103
Succulent 89
Tailrace Centre 103
Tall Timbers 96
The Duke of Wellington 85
The Motor Yacht Club of Tasmania 118
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel 87
The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens 88
The Untouchables 171
Timeless Elegance Bridal & Formal 26-27
Vivien Ride – Celebrant 125
Waji Food 139
Waterfront Function Centre 121
Wattlebanks Catering 138
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Willie Smith’s Apple Shed 98
Wrest Point 119
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