Bre and Alex kept their 16-person bridal party a tight knit group of family and old school friends. With the people closest to them standing by their side, they celebrated their union in a garden wedding at Sunshine Coast hinterland wedding venue, Flaxton Gardens. 

In a religious ceremony, led by another relative – the bride’s uncle and celebrant, Tom Heasley, they vowed to be together as one forever in front of their 200 guests. As one of the Sunshine Coast’s venues with the largest capacity, they were able to have a sit-down wedding reception in the winery venue’s famous Barrel Room. 

Bre says she wanted to keep the theme of the day simple, focusing on the floral arrangements by Willow Bud as the focal point of the ceremony and reception. 

Before they danced the night away, the pair joined their bridal party and photographer fromFigtree Wedding Photography on a short tour of the hinterland. Their wedding photos are to-die-for, and of course include the coveted money shot at our iconic One Tree Hill. 

“The theme we had in mind was simple, classy and elegant. We wanted the styling to be centred around our floral arrangements.”  “Christian values mean a lot to Alex and I and our faith in God is probably what makes us work together.”  “My Bridesmaids were all involved in the planning, but especially  my mum and sister who came to every dress fitting and wedding shopping. I was constantly sharing wedding ideas with the girls and they were always happy to help out.”

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: My dress

Best money-saver: My Aunty did our makeup 

Bridal gown: Karen Willis Holmes Paddington, $4500

Accessories: Pandora earrings, Georgina Lux Bracelet  $180

Shoes: Carvela Kurt Geiger – David Jones $120

Bridesmaid dresses: Babushka Ballerina (Two Birds Tulle Ball Gown) $400 

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Lovisa $70

Groom and groomsmen’s suits and shoes: Suits – Peter Jackson $370
 Shoes – Connor $80 

Rings: Michael Hill Jewellers

DIY: We made our own table numbers and decorated the menus with string and fresh rosemary as well as the children’s colouring books.

Number of guests: 200

Wedding budget: $35,000

“Flaxton Gardens did an amazing job with the catering, we had an alternate drop menu for our entree and main meal. Our wedding cake for dessert with ice-cream. Our main meals were lamb and chicken.”

Photographer: Figtree Wedding Photography | Videographer: Michael Kelly Films | Florist: Willow Bud | Venue + Catering: Flaxton Gardens | Cake: Tome Maroochydore | Bombonnieres: Nutella | Makeup Artist: Karyn Loughlin ( Bride’s Aunty) | Hair Stylist: Sass & Niki’s Wedding Hair | Rentals: Fairy Light Curtain | Stationery Supplier: Lulu Letterpress | Gift registry: Myer Gift Registry | Celebrant:  Tom Heasley ( Bre’s Uncle) | Wedding Night Accommodation: Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort

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Perth couple, Karamea and Chris, brought a contingent of 70 guests with them to celebrate their nuptials in Karamea’s hometown of Noosa by the beach. Karamea’s grandmother and best friend were also precious cargo, travelling from New Zealand to be with the happy couple on their Noosa wedding day. 

Planning a destination wedding, Karamea says her best decision was to hire a wedding planner from First Class Functions to both help arrange everything pre-wedding, and also coordinate a smooth sailing event on the day. 

Their classic beach styled wedding with soft apricot colour theme was captured by photographer, Katja Anton AKA Weddings. 

“Chris had his four best friends as groomsmen all of whom travelled from Perth, one detouring on his way back from Europe. My sister was my Maid of Honour and my three dearest friends were my bridesmaids. My two younger sisters, and Chris’s (now my) niece were junior bridesmaids.

“My younger brother who studies at The Queensland Academy of Music played with two of his peers whilst our guests congregated at the ceremony and again whilst I walked down the aisle.”

“Chris and I sneakily met the morning of the wedding at 6am and ventured to Hidden Grove where we exchanged personal intimate vows prior to the day commencing. It was romantic and memorable.”

“As I sat in the hairdresser, I received texts throughout the day asking if the wedding would still take place outdoors as it was gloomy and overcast. Thankfully the nearer the ceremony came, the finer the weather became. It was sunshine and smiles all round.”

“My advice to other brides is to stay calm on the day and soak up every moment! The day literally goes by in the blink of an eye, so make sure you and your husband make the most of it and focus on having fun with each other and your friends and family. And… hire a wedding planner, they are worth their weight in gold! Especially for a destination wedding, it was great having an external party there on the day to ensure things ran according to plan and freeing up family members, ensuring they didn’t need to stress and run around, allowing them to relax and enjoy the day.”

“Our priorities were the comfort and enjoyment of our guests, quality of food and service at the reception and a relaxed personable celebrant.”

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: Holding the reception at Berardo’s, as we weren’t willing to compromise on service, food and beverage quality. 

Best bargain: Our wedding cake, it was delicious and I feel under-priced for the amazing quality!

Bridal gown: Carla Zampatti 

Accessories: Solitaire diamond necklace and matching earrings

Shoes: Alan Pinkus, kitten heel in white silver shimmer   

Bridesmaid dresses: Purchased overseas

Groom’s suit and shoes: Ben Sherman/ Custom Made

Groomsmens’ suits and shoes: Ben Sherman/ Own shoes

Rings: Custom Made by Thomas Meihofer 

DIY: Wedding favours

Number of guests: 70

Wedding budget: $35,000

Who paid: The couple, and their parents chipped in. 

A-List Vendors

Photographer: Katja Anton AKA Weddings

Decorators and Wedding Coordination: First Class Functions

Wedding Night Accommodation: Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa

Videographer: Wildbunch Weddings / Florist: The Flower Room / Caterer: Berardo’s Restaurant & Bar / Cake: Richies Bakery / Transport: Noosa Ferry / Makeup Artist: Brides of Noosa / Hair Stylist: Sunshine Images / Stationery Supplier: Bevin Design / Gift registry: Wishing Well for Honeymoon / Celebrant: Jay Flood

Take a stroll through Karamea and Chris’ full wedding album. 

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