Spectacular Surprise Proposal on the Sunshine Coast

Sally Townsend — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 07:33:09 +0000

When Michael made the plan to propose to his girlfriend, Victoria, he didn’t want the special moment to go by without a tangible memory of the moment. So he contacted Nicole Laufer, Sunshine Coast wedding photographer, to ask her to come along to Noosa North Shore and capture the proposal. The trick was – he still wanted it to be a surprise!

Never one to do things by halves, Nicole offered to check out the beach where the deed was to take place, as Michael had never been there himself! While scouting out the location, Nicole made contact with Equathon Horse Riding, who were to be the hosts of the beach horse ride for the couple.

“I wanted to get some ideas, and told them what we were planning. After a very nice talk, we came up with a perfect plan – without me hiding in the sand dunes, because the horses can sense someone is hiding and become spooked!” Nicole said.

“We also wanted to be sure that Victoria would have no idea what would happen. So I tried my best without hiding, walking down the beach, acting I am a landscape or wildlife photographer. I was able to capture some amazing photos of their horse ride and proposal – very sneaky!”

At the end of their horse ride tour Michael jumped of his horse, went down on one knee and proposed! Victoria’s reaction is priceless, as you will see from the photos below. After that the jig was up and the happy couple stayed on with Nicole to have some beautiful photos together on the beach. You can really feel the love in these photos, and neither Michael nor Victoria can wipe the smiles from their faces. This is how you do a proposal on the Sunshine Coast, lovers!

Images by Nicole Laufer Photography

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Kayla loves Kayle | Relaxed Resort Wedding

Sally Townsend — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 19:00:47 +0000

Theirs has been a whirlwind romance, but they wouldn’t have it any other way. Brisbane couple, Kayla and Kayle not only have the world’s cutest matching names, they have one seriously cute baby daughter, who was kind enough to be their flowergirl for the occasion.

Wanting to keep everything simple, they opted to have all their guests join them to stay, play, and celebrate in one place. Novotel Twin Waters Resort was the perfect place for everyone to enjoy a little group holiday and ensure nobody had need to travel between their wedding ceremony, photos and reception. Oh, except for the couple, who took a little boatride to their overwater restaurant reception on the resort’s lagoon!

Feels Like Home, To Me

“From the moment we met, we were inseparable. I felt so calm and peaceful around him and I guess you could call it ‘home’. A feeling I have never felt before in my life.”

Group Holiday Location

“Kayle and I stayed one weekend at the Novotel Twin Waters Resort and we loved the venue and we thought it was an amazing spot to bring our friends and family all together in the same spot for the week. We also love the beaches up there.”

Special Message, Father to Daughter

“My father passed away 16 months before I was married; he never got to meet Kayle, but he wrote me a note towards the end of his illness of MND to be read out as a surprise. Not a dry eye in the house.”

Images byNicole Laufer Photography

The Proposal

“Kayle took me to Noosa for the day and took me to The Spit, his favourite part of the beach. We laid out in the sun and he started to say some beautiful things about us and our lives and our future, which caught me completely off guard, and then his hand was holding the ring and he asked me to marry him. I was completely shook and of course I said, ‘YES!’ When I could get the word out! We have gone from zero-100 in our relationship and wouldn’t have it any other way. When you know, you know. “

The Music

First dance – ‘I Like Me Better’ by Lauv.

Walking down the aisle – ‘Hey Ya’ – Solo version by Obadiah Parker.

Aisle succession – ‘Born to Be Yours’ by Kygo

Reception entrance song – ‘Mesmerize’ by Ja Rule & Ashanti

Cake cutting – ‘Stargazing’ by Kygo

Check out my First Dance Spotify playlist, compiled from suggestions by real brides, plus a few of my own!

Kayla’s Advice for Future Brides

“Don’t stress the small stuff, remember why you are getting married in the first place and if something goes wrong, just roll with it, there is nothing you can do to change it so don’t dwell on it and let it ruin your day. AND remember to touch up your lipstick before and during photos!”

The Couple’s Plans for the Future

“Have another baby and grow as a family and our businesses. “

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: The photographer and videographer. I wanted to make sure I had the right people to capture our amazing day…. and they did just that!

Best money-saver: Having my mother make our four-tier wedding cake

Bridal gown: White Lily Couture

Bride’s jewellery: Anthony’s Fine Jewellery supplied Hearts on Fire diamond earrings and matching pendant. Bracelets from Swarovski.

Bride’s shoes: Steve Madden

Bridesmaids’ dresses: ASOS

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Lovisa

Groom’s attire: MJ Bale

Groomsmen’s attire: Connor

Flowergirls’ dresses: David Jones

DIY: Flowergirls’ petal baskets

Number of guests: 140

Honeymoon: Bali

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