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For their Brisbane wedding, local couple Chelsea and Michael wanted a wedding venue that was quintessentially Brisbane. You can’t get more Brisbane than The Calile Hotel, which has become iconic to Fortitude Valley.
The couple kicked off their Brisbane wedding day with a rooftop first look at their venue, taking a few moments to admire each other dressed to the nines before the official parts of the day commenced.
Friends flocked from the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast to help celebrate the couple in their St. Stephens Cathedral ceremony before continuing on to The Calile for their epic wedding reception, which included indoor fireworks and a grand piano performance from the Groom!
If you’re getting married in Brisbane, this wedding will give you a ton of inspiration for an elegant affair in the city. Bride Chelsea was kind enough to share her story below, as well as all her wedding secrets – scroll for those, you won’t want to miss them!
Brisbane Wedding Vendors
Photographer | LOVER OF MINE
Videographer | ALL YOUR MEMORIES
Ceremony venue | ST. STEPHENS CATHEDRAL BRISBANE
Reception venue | THE CALILE HOTEL
Hair stylist | EVALYN PARSONS
Makeup artist | KATE DEVLIN MAKEUP ARTIST
Florist | MADDIE JAYDE FLORAL DESIGN
Cake | BROOKI BAKEHOUSE
Entertainment | AMICI BAND
Wedding Night Accommodation | THE CALILE HOTEL
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Brisbane Wedding Secrets
Biggest Splurge: Grand piano at reception for Mike to play a song along side a dear friend.
Best Budget-Saver: Buying my dress secondhand.
Bride’s Dress: Kyha
Groom’s Suit: Canali
Groom’s Shoes: Ferragamo
Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Shona Joy
Honeymoon: Japan
Number of Guests: 85
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