They planned their modern Maleny wedding with ease, choosing a brilliant team that would take care of all the little details.

Breanna says walking down the aisle towards her love, Dane, was her favourite part of the day. “Dane is caring and loves with his whole heart. He is my love and best friend all wrapped into one.” She says. 

Breanna has kindly shared the story of her wedding day, and all the planning that went into it below. 

Vendors

Photographer | NATURALLY JEK PHOTOGRAPHY

Videographer | BLUE VALE FILMS

Venue | MALENY MANOR

Florist | MONDO FLORAL DESIGNS

Cake | CHOCOLATE 2 CHILLI

Cookies | EATS & TREATS

Makeup artist | ERIN FEDELE BEAUTY & MAKEUP ARTISTRY

Hair stylist | EVALYN PARSONS

Stying | LOVEBIRD WEDDINGS

Entertainment | DAVE WEST MUSIC

Stationery | VISTAPRINT

Celebrant | YOUR STORY CELEBRANT

What a Couple Wants

We knew we wanted to enjoy our day and make it stress free so choosing a venue and team of vendors which could take care of all the set up and organisation was a key priority for us. The day went off without a hitch and was as perfect as we imagined.

Stand out Suppliers

I loved all of our suppliers. Jekka (Naturally Jek Photography), Ed (Blue Vale Films) and Danielle (Your Story Celebrant) all showed genuine interest in making our day perfect. They also worked together seamlessly. My hair and makeup artists were also AMAZING! Alyssa from Evalyn Parsons did a great job and is a lovely, warm person.

The Music

At our ceremony Dave West played an amazing acoustic set. As I walked down the aisle he played Tenerife Sea by Ed Sheeran, the signing song was Lifetime by Justin Bieber and the walking out song was Black and White by Niall Horan.

Our reception entrance song was Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars and our first dance was Beautiful Crazy by Luke Combs.

The Perfect Day

There is nothing I would change. People always talk about it being the best day of your life and for us it truely was so amazing.

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: Our photographer and videographer – these are the only things you will have left after the day!

Best money-saving move: Researching vendors to ensure we had chosen ones worth the spend.

Bride’s dress, veil, shoes and jewellery: Grace Loves Lace

Groom’s suit: MJ Bale

Groom’s belt: R.M. Williams

Groom’s boots: Ariat

Bridesmaid dresses: Whitefox Boutique

Planning resources: Instagram, word of mouth and Pinterest.

DIY: Invitations, name place cards and wishing well.

Honeymoon: Hamilton Island

Number of guests: 40

Wedding budget: $20,000

Actual cost of wedding: $30,000+

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1)The date they chose was Alexandra’s grandmother’s birthday;

2) their dream photographer was available;

3) the venue Alec found was available, too.

It seems like fate was on their side, especially as the bride, Alexandra, chose the very first dress she tried on! Even though she had to double check it was still The One a couple of months down the track.

One choice Alex never questioned was the one where she decided to marry Alec. Their love and downright joy in each other’s company is evident in the images and film below, telling the story of their dream day. I couldn’t help but smile and fall a little in love with them myself when putting together this article!

I know you’re going to adore them and their super stylish wedding, too. The Brisbane couple were married at the Mooloolaba Marina venue, Pier 33, before taking off for a fun photo shoot with their bridal party at Point Cartwright.

Alexandra and Alec share their story below.

Vendors

Photographer + videographer: XOX Weddings

Venue: Pier 33

Florist: Oh Honey Florals

Cake: Whipped Cake Co.

Makeup artist: Renee Jean Makeup Artist

Hair stylist: Roca Verde

Decor hire: Harrison and Co. Event Hire

Entertainment: John Veloso

Celebrant: The Wedding Wanderer

Alexandra and Alec Gold from bxcsmxth on Vimeo.

Let’s hear from the Groom…

I had been trying to propose all day however there were a number of interruptions to my efforts. We spent the morning at the beach with her sister and brother in law, but they decided to pack up and leave before I got a moment. Then, Alex ran into an old friend, and the conversation kept flowing. When they departed, the weather had turned so we headed back home. The ring went back into the pocket for another day. With an overcast morning the next day, I was able to convince her to have a coffee on the beach. It was overcast and slightly windy, not ideal, with Alex wanting to go home- somehow I convinced her to stay ‘until the sun comes up.’ I kissed her and maneuvered onto one knee before she realised what was happening, I asked her to spend forever with me. After smothering me in kisses, I realised she never actually said yes.

Most emotional moment of the day

I now pronounce you Mr and Mrs Gold!

The one thing I’ll never forget

Repeating the words ‘my husband’ and ‘your wife’ during the vows- the smile could not be wiped from our faces.

Highest wedding planning priority

I always knew that I wanted Beccy Smith (of XOX Weddings) to photograph my wedding, so the moment that we were engaged she was the first vendor we messaged to see if she was available.

Biggest challenge

Planning it in five months! We decided to get married on my grandma’s birthday on the 27th of September. When we confirmed Pier 33 and Beccy were available in 2019, we couldn’t wait for the following year. It was definitely stressful at times, but it also encouraged us to not fret over the small details and to make quick decisions.

I chose my wedding dress six days after we were engaged. I tried on a few different dresses, but returned to the first one I tried on. I ended up having to go back two months later with wedding jitters just to make sure it was what I wanted as it was such a blur!

Our next big adventure.

We’ve nailed it. Wedding, house and baby in 12 months.

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: Our neon sign that we got made purely for the reception, it now hangs in our dining room as a wonderful reminder of the event. It reads – The Golds.

Best money-saving decision: A few small DIY projects and cutting out all the typical ‘fluff’ that comes with a big event.

Dress: Chosen by One Day from Sphere Collective

Veil: Sphere Collective

Shoes: Loeffler Randall

Groom’s and groomsmen’s attire: Jacket was Scotch & Soda, Pants and shirt were Country Road.

Groom’s accessories: The watch was a gift from the grooms father- he wore on his own wedding day 30 years ago. The bow tie was from Peggy and Finn.

Shoes: Urge Footwear

Bridesmaids’ dresses: Bec and Bridge

Junior bridesmaids dresses: Sourced their own navy dresses.

DIY: Welcome sign, confetti boxes, seating chart and the place holders.

Honeymoon: Elements of Byron Bay

Number of guests: 100

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High school sweethearts, Molly and Isaac, had one of the most unique and cool country weddings we’ve seen. Back in 2019, the pair were married in a countryside setting, yet they included tons of contemporary details in their wedding fashion and styling. 

From head to toe, the bride was a vision of modern personal style with on-trend head-turning elements, like her metallic silver boots and long shimmering cape. 

After getting ready at her parent’s local Sunshine Coast home, Molly took off in style  in an FJ stretch Holden. Her er hubby-to-be, Isaac, was awaiting her under an arbour of greenery and white florals, which offset her bridesmaids’ deep green dresses. 

Molly has kindly shared her wedding planning journey with us in her own words. Images by Yani Rae Photography 

My Wedding Day Posse

All my favourite girls. They were there to jump on my bed and wake me up, right through to offering their dresses to me when we noticed my dance outfit was missing right before our first dance!

Most Unforgettable Moment

The lightning strikes and cracks throughout our ceremony. It was so memorable that we both got lightning tattoos a couple days after. A beautiful storm rolled through right when our ceremony was scheduled. It had the darkest rumbling clouds I’ve ever seen which created such a moody, emotional and beautiful atmosphere.

The One Thing I’d Change

I would tell myself to stop checking the radar… you can’t control the weather and that storm will end up being one of your favourite parts of the day.

The Proposal

Isaac invited me to meet at our local beach lookout (Point Cartwright) where his Mum’s memorial is. He wanted to place flowers and watch the sunset together – nothing unusual for us. He then got down on one knee and popped the question while our family and a photographer watched from the bushes! We celebrated with lots of tears and champagne.

Why I Married Him

Isaac is the most loving, kind-hearted and dorky person I know! We have grown through so much together and I simply couldn’t imagine life without him.

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: We were able to get the incredible David from Josué Films to film our wedding video. He was worth every cent and more! David crawled under fences, whizzed us around the property in his car and got amongst the dance floor to capture every moment.

Bride’s attire: Two-piece by Marilyn Crystelle Bridal, Haven Cape by Chosen by One Day Bridal

Hat: Bridal Ivory Rancher hat from Lack of Color

Boots: Style Tread

Groom’s and groomsmen’s attire: Suits Direct

Groomsmen’s suspenders: LondonJaeApparel – Etsy

Bridesmaids’ dresses: Bec and Bridge

DIY: Creating our DIY confetti cones were a fun crafter-noon activity leading up to the day!

Honeymoon: Hawaii

Number of guests: 120

Advice for Future Brides

Someone gave me this advice before our wedding and I would love to pass it on! Take a couple of minutes to stand back away from the party to just admire and enjoy this moment with your partner. Watch your family and friends dance, drink and celebrate your love.

Our Next Adventure

Saving for a house.. or maybe a potential baby Witten. We don’t know which will happen first!

Photographer: Yani Rae Photography | Cinematographer: Josué Films | Florist: From the Garden Bouquets | Catering: Safe Hands Catering | Cake: Tome | Transport: F.J Indulgence | Makeup artist: Sally Townsend Makeup Artistry | Hair: Sass & Niki’s Wedding Hair | Styling: Boho Sisters | Entertainment: Josie Cubis | Venue: Yabbaloumba Retreat | Dance instruction: Templeton Dance Studio | Celebrant: James McLauchlan | Photo booth: Kombi Kartel Photo Booth | Teepee camping hire: Pitch Luxury Camping

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Bride Rochell says her most emotional moment of her wedding day came two minutes before walking down the aisle. Then she saw how incredible everything looked, and all her family and friends waiting to celebrate, and it all melted away. 

Rochell’s husband, Jonathan, was the one who worked alongside Splash Events to create a stunning contemporary poolside wedding with style up the wazoo. 

The one moment Rochell says she will never forget is looking into her husband’s eyes and saying, “I do.” 

The pair were married on a private property in Doonan, and Rochell was kind enough to share her wedding planning journey and stories from the day with us… 

The Location

My home town. The Sunshine Coast is an amazing place so many beautiful places – why wouldn’t you (get married here)? We hired a house in Doonan with a beautiful arbor and grass area at the back of the house. We also hired the house next door to the venue house in Doonan; we didn’t want to be told at 10pm to end the party!

 

Images by Julian Beattie.

Highest Priority For Our Wedding

Music! I’ve known Mia Wray for sometime; I’ve always loved her voice, and so did Jonathan. We flew Mia up from Melbourne for the our special day she worth every penny spent.

Biggest Wedding-planning Challenge

The weather. Getting married in October was a very risky move; it is the most wet season in Queensland! We were very lucky enough to have the one weekend it didn’t rain, so we could enjoy the sun and the stars throughout the day and night.

The Proposal

We were on holiday on bail, on our way to our anniversary dinner when Jonathan drop to one knee and asked me to marry him. We were both crying.. I said yes We had an amazing dinner and spent the rest of night celebrating.

Our Next Big Adventure

Jonathan and I just bought our forever home and we have a baby on the way due in July, so I would definitely say that is our next adventure.

Flowers by Eyes Like Wild Flowers

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: We were very lucky to work very closely with Something for Catering, the food and drink service on our wedding day was amazing… we could not have asked for a better team.

Best money-saver: Jonathan and I have both worked in and out of hospital for 10year… we were very luck to support our friends business. We are so lucky to have amazing talented friends

Bride’s dress: Clara White Bridal

Bride’s veil: Borrowed from a friend

Bride’s shoes: Billini Shoes

Groom’s and groomsmen’s attire: MJ Bale

Groom’s shoes: Julius Marlow

Bridesmaids’ dresses: Clara White Bridal

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Sportsgirl

Bridesmaids’ shoes: Billini Shoes

Honeymoon: Byron bay, we just wanted to chill out eat good food and bring a dog Charlie with us.

Number of guests: 82

Wedding budget: $40,000

Actual cost of wedding: $40,000

Photographer: Julian Beattie | Wedding planner: Splash Events | Florist: Eyes Like Wild Flowers | Caterer: Something for Catering | Makeup artist: Cole Michelle Artistry | Hair styling: Roca Verde | Styling + decor: Splash Events | Entertainment: Mia Wray | Celebrant: Drew Candle

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In the latest edition of The Bride’s Tree online magazine, we have shared three unique wedding styles – romantic, relaxed boho, and this here chic modern. Today I wanted to share with you some tips on how to style a modern wedding.

Tip 1. Keep it simple, sister. Choose a colour palette heavy on base colours – white, black, grey.

Tip 2. Add one statement colour that’s will pop. Try infusing this colour throughout your styling in small ways, or use one centrepiece decor item, like this stunning vintage-inspired teal couch, to break up the monochromatic styling.

Tip 3. Choose a classic flower, like a rose, and allow it to shine. Using only one type of bloom that is classically beautiful is a modern dream.

Tip 4. Choose a dress with clean lines and modern details, like pockets and pleats.

Above our model, Meghan, wears ‘Granada’ by Australian label, Stella York, formal yet lightweight, Granada features a flattering plunging neckline, flowing into an understated ballgown skirt, with the added bonus of pockets!

Below Meghan wears ‘Pegasus’ by Pronovias, which has amazing structure! The team at White Lily Couture teamed the gown with the ‘Duchess’ veil, a fingertip two-tier to flow nicely into the full ballgown skirt.

Tip 5. Group pillar candles to create an interesting design amidst the monochromatic styling.

Tip 6. Infuse contemporary touches of vintage. Yes, this is a thing! Modern decor with a vintage feel are bringing that classic feel to modern weddings.

Tip 7. Wear a sleek hair style, like a low chignon, and team it with effortlessly classic makeup. A slightly winged eyeliner with peach hues is always a winner.

Tip 8. Your fella should also dress the part. Our model wears a midnight blue dinner suit by Wil Valor, a tone that suits more complexions than black.

SEE MORE FROM THE STYLE SESSIONS IN THE LATEST EDITION OF OUR FREE ONLINE BRIDAL MAGAZINE.

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This is a special one, you guys. It’s our 30th volume of our free online bridal magazine! Over the past 7.5 years we’ve published 81 inspiring real weddings and 63 styled shoots – 47 of which we planned and coordinated ourselves. I’m exhausted just thinking about those stats! BUT – I wouldn’t change it for the world. 

This edition has some seriously special wedding inspiration that will help you on your Sunshine Coast wedding planning journey. Below is a sneak peek of the main features you will find in The Bride’s Tree Magazine, Volume 30 – Winter 2019. 

Cover image by Bonnie Jenkins

The Style Sessions 

Three incredible and completely different bridal styles with the styling, bride and groom fashion, flowers and cakes to match. Whether you’re a classic modern, whimsical romantic, or relaxed boho bride, we’ve got you covered. 

Images by Mallory Sparkles Photography

Montville Luxury Estate Wedding

Isabella and Ian’s wedding is what formal fairytale dreams are made of. From the bride’s show-stopping George Wu couture gown to the lush floral installations, for a wedding with all the bells and whistles, this wedding will give you plenty to dream about for your own big day. 

Image by Cloudcatcher Studio 

Urban Cloudscape

A blend of modern minimalism and ethereal delicacy. In an urban setting, our betrothed is enveloped in a shroud of hanging euphorbia, conceiving a dreamy simplicity.

Image by Bonnie Jenkins

White on White Noosa Waterfront Wedding 

Sarah and Ben’s idyllic Noosa beach wedding is a classic-meets-coastal affair with touches of the still very much on-trend tropical greenery. Anyone looking for the perfect venue to host their relaxed beachfront wedding will want to check out this wedding for inspiration.

Image by Sarah Schade Images

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Here is where P.S. & Associates Event Planning come in; they have designed a few table settings so that you can get an idea of what the trends and colors are for 2012. The Bride's Tree will be sharing some of their amazing creations for you over the coming weeks. They are sure to inspire you to create beautiful tablescapes for your Sunshine Coast wedding.

We are kicking off the P.S. & Associates Tablescapes series with this funky setting, called Urban Edge. 

The “Urban Edge” table setting is for the bride that has an edgy style with a flare of funkiness.  The grayish taupe linen plays as the “canvas”, so to say, for this setting.  The charger is an Antique Pewter charger, which is then layered with their White Rimmed Double Platinum China and glass plate. 

The natural “Raw Mud” burlap napkin adds depth and texture to the arrangement.  Giving this table its flare is the Golden Amber Phantom Plexiglas chair.  The yellow tones were carried into the floral arrangement, made from roses, Billy balls, and hydrangeas and yes, that is lettuce!  This floral masterpiece will give your guests a great conversation piece. 

All photography done by FotoNuova Photography Studio, all rentals from Town & Country, flowers by Rosebud Floral, and table design by P.S. & Associates Event Planning.

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