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Roxie loves Ben | Contemporary Wedding at The Lakehouse

Sally Townsend — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 11:49:31 +0000

Roxie and Ben have always been drawn to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland’s beauty. It was natural to picture their contemporary wedding ceremony venue in amongst the green hills.

Roxie went with a romantic contemporary bridal fashion and style. From her glam, yet relaxed half-up-half-down hair style with bling to her lace overlay dress with beading. The bridesmaids wore mis-matched dresses in burgundy to match Roxie’s bridal bouquet.

The lovely bride herself was kind enough to share some details from her special day…

Why is Ben The One?

My life makes more sense with him in it. I couldn’t find any conflicts as to why I couldn’t love him forever. I found my soul mate in Ben.

The Proposal

We were living in Rockhampton and we had taken a two-week holiday to the Sunshine Coast. I had no idea, Ben had it all planned out. We went on a romantic picnic to Maleny Botanical Gardens as we took in the scenery Ben got down on one knee. I said, “Yes are you sure?!” By far still our most memorable holiday. Loved it so much we moved here.

Standout Wedding Vendors

Graeme really is amazing. Our photos are pure magic! (He was) so professional on our day; he captured the most raw memories. WildChild Cakes are beautiful and (there was) so much cake, and so yum! Best value for money! The Lakehouse food was beyond delicious. Service on the night was above and beyond. Serving size ensured no one was left hungry.

Best Wedding Planning Resources

The Brides Tree, Pinterest, Sunshine Coast Brides’ Tribe on Facebook, Queensland Brides Magazine, Instagram (this was very helpful!), bridal showcases in Brisbane and Maleny.

Advice for Future Brides

Eat and hydrate – the day is long!

The Next Adventure

A bit of overseas travel. Seeing a few new places together!

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: Photography + videography

Best bargain: Cake

Wedding Dress: Madison James

Veil: Ferrari Formal Maroochydore

Hair piece: The Lux Bride Co.

Earrings: Ruby & Sage

Bracelet: Little White Couture

Clutch: Collette

Bridesmaid dresses: Bridal Glee

Wedding day robes: Wholesale Satin Robes

Groom’s attire: Custom suit – Institchu, Belt – Target, Tie + Pocket Square – Politix, Cufflinks – Cufflinkman

DIY: Save the date cards and centrepieces (except flowers)

Honeymoon: Byron Bay + Gold Coast

Number of guests: 80

Wedding budget: $15,000

Actual cost of wedding: $25,000 (we went a little crazy as the day got closer.)

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Real Wedding: Jessica & Travis at The Lakehouse

admin — Mon, 01 Sep 2014 19:00:00 +0000

Local teacher, Jess, married her love, Travis, in a beautiful classic wedding at Sunshine Coast purpose-built wedding venue, The Lakehouse. Their wedding styling was inspired by the location and decor of the waterfront coastal venue, and Marine Engineer Travis’ affinity with all things nautical. Jess also included a hint of vintage in her fashion and with the inlusion of old family wedding photographs.

Images by Lou O’Brien captured their day in a gorgeous fashion.

“We gave our attendants their dresses and suits as well as nice bottles of champagne and scotch and the girls also had pretty robes for getting ready as well as earrings. My nieces and nephews all had presents on the table to entertain them during the reception.”

“My daughter, Lotte, did a reading during the ceremony as did one of Trav’s childhood friends, Melissa. We also gave the bridal bouquet to my grandparents as the longest married couple at the wedding. My three older brothers, Adam, Ben and Jarred were also our MCs for the day and this was very special to me.”

Jess and Travis said their vows by the water at Brightwater in a ceremony performed by celebrant, Suzanne Riley.

“We have identical values, love for family and admiration for each other as people. We wanted to keep everything simple but have a wedding that reflected who we are as people, a couple and things that were important for us to share.”

“My dad also surprised us in his speech by acknowledging our wedding day as the same date my Mum and Dad got engaged. Not having Mum with us physically was very difficult but she was there with us in so many other ways. Her wedding photo featured in our decorations.”

“Trav is a huge ‘boaty’ so the nautical theme worked and we combined this with my love of teaching… and chalkboards became the feature for this.

“A highlight for me was a special father daughter dance that Dad and I had worked out together and singing a song to Trav with my brother Ben on guitar was pretty special (once I got in the right key!)”

Wedding Secrets

Biggest money saver: Doing so many things ourselves – invitations, bonbonniere, thank you cards

Bridal gown: Ferrari Bridal and Formal wear – $1900

Shoes: I had a pair that I hadn’t really worn much which were perfect! I wanted a neutral colour to theme with vintage style.

Bridesmaid dresses: Forever New $200 each

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Angus and Coote Jewellers, Bras and Things robes

Groom’s suit and shoes: Male Manor, Carindale $1600 for all three

Groomsmens’ suits and shoes: Male Manor, Carindale

Rings: Selig’s Jewellers in Caloundra $1400

DIY: I work with wonderful people where I teach at St John’s and the amazing ‘Arty’ teachers Fiona and Jas, who happen to be great friends, made our centrepieces, which were incredible.

Number of guests: 110

Wedding budget: $35,000

A-list Vendors

Celebrant: Suzanne Riley

Venue & Catering: The Lakehouse

Florist: Willow Bud

Photographer: Images by Lou O’Brien / Videographer: Wildbunch Weddings / Cake: Lee Berryman Cake Designs / Bombonnieres: Miniature heart chalk boards on pegs (ordered online) and doubled as name setting / Transport: Noosa Limousines / Makeup Artist: Pru Edwards / Hair Stylist: Katrina from Universal Hair / Entertainment: Rockin You Wild DJs

See Jessica & Travis’ full wedding album.

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