Natasha and Adam, along with their two children, Betty and Teddy, travelled a long journey to their wedding in Little Cove, Noosa. The journey started in 1997 when the UK couple met in their home town. After 15 years, two children and a very long flight, they made their vows in a very intimate ceremony, followed by a carefree reception at Bistro C, Noosa. 

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While they know it would have been easy to have a huge wedding with all the trappings back in the UK, a holiday to Australia and a Sunshine Coast wedding with only seven guests was exactly what they would call the perfect wedding day. Natasha says her best choice, aside from choosing to have a destination wedding on the Sunshine Coast, was to hire Kim from Weddings of Noosa to coordinate their special day.

Location was key, and the intimacy of Little Cove in Noosa was just perfect for its privacy and a simply beautiful setting. Locals made the day even more special. Well wishers on the beach included a pair of sweet little girls, who made out a heart in stones with the word ‘love’ inside just for them!

Natasha’s idea for styling for her wedding was simply to look not so styled, but to embrace the simplicity of a beach look with a touch of vintage and a splash of bohemian style. The relaxed, intimate, personal, simple and stress-free wedding Natasha and Adam dreamt of was beautifully captured by Lindy Photography. 

“I couldn’t believe how having a look around could save us so much money. I will never believe that you have to spend a fortune on a wedding for it to look great. By having a mindset of what you want your wedding to look like makes you buy the right things and not be wasteful and extravagant.”

“We had picked our own wedding playlist for the ceremony. As Adam waited for me ” The Scientist” by Coldplay played a firm favourite of his. “At Last” by Etta James was my entrance song, a very personnel and appropriate words that at last we finally did it!”

“I got Adam cufflinks personally engraved with the exact Latitude and Longitude of the exact point of where we got married on Little Cove beach”

The Hand-picked Team That Made It All Happen 

Photographer: Lindy Photography

Celebrant: Jacqui Gray

Florist: Blooms of Noosa / Bombonieres: Handmade heart place settings by Bizara / Hair and Makeup Artist: Debbie of Beauty on the Move / Wedding Planner & Decorator: Weddings of Noosa

“We like to think we were very lucky to have the most wonderful sunshine as we took our vows and the storm which arrived minutes after of us signing was all part of the fun! I will never forget getting the heel of my Jimmy Choo’s stuck in the boardwalk at Little Cove and a very kind surfer walking past with his board rescuing my shoe. Very surreal, but very funny! Then walking along barefoot in the rain. Only being in Noosa and the beautiful surroundings made this fun at home in England this would been a lot more stressful and not so much fun.“

“We have that special something that you just can’t explain when you find your special person in life!“

Natasha and Adam’s Wedding Secrets Revealed

Biggest Splurge: Natasha’s Jimmy Choo shoes

Best Bargain: Natasha’s £300 Monsoon Bridal gown

Accessories: Brow band handmade by my friend Emma Dignam who specialises in wedding jewellery –emmajaneuk@hotmail.com. Vintage style clutch bag by Newlook £25. 

Betty’s Dress: Monsoon Kids – £50

Betty’s shoes: Sandals by Quiz bargain in the summer sale £7.99

Adam’s suit and shoes: Ted Baker shirt £80 approx. and Linen trousers from House of Fraser £60. Brown leather flip flops previously owned.

Teddy’s attire: Linen shorts and linen shirt by Monsoon Kids £40 and brown Birkenstock sandals £25

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Ana didn’t have a specific theme in mind when planning her wedding, so she relied upon her stylist and florist to guide her in the right direction. The results are absolutely amazing, so it just goes to show that allowing seasoned professionals to do what they do best can really pay off! We absolutely adore the bright, happy, colourful wedding styling of the ceremony and reception with impressive baby’s breath centrepieces in tall vases. Blooms of Noosa are one of the most creative florists out there, and they really put together a breathtaking sight. 

Their reception was held at Rickys River Bar + Restaurant, a stunning, classy waterfront restaurant in Noosa, and the perfect location to celebrate through the night after a Noosa beach ceremony. The location itself is amazing, the food to-die-for, and the decor divine. 

Ana and Josh wanted to involve their beloved family and friends in their wedding ceremony as much as possible. Ana’s sister wrote a beautiful letter, their sister-in-law picked a beautiful poem to read at the ceremony and they included a Rings Warming Ceremony, whereby their rings were passed amongst the guests for good wishes. 

The absolutely incredible photos below are by one of the most talented photographers on the Sunshine Coast, Jennifer Oliphant Photography. We love her vibrant images, which have captured the emotions and special moments of the day so beautifully. 

Enjoy, and make sure you take a peek at the full list of amazing Sunshine Coast wedding professionals, who made this day happen for Ana and Josh.

“Josh got me the earrings that I wore, my friend who walked me down the aisle got me my bridal garter and my bridesmaids got me blue underwear! But the most special piece was the veil I wore, it was my husband’s mother’s, the one she wore on her wedding day 40 years ago!”

“Our little nephews were our page boys, we had our closest friends in our Bridal party and in my dad’s absence one of my best friends walks me down the aisle.”

“Our personalised vows which we kept secret from each other were a special moment of the day, it was incredibly emotional to share them and those words are going to be always in our minds. Before mine, I read Josh a Poem that I absolutely love! ‘I Carry Your Heart with Me’ – EE Cumings “

“We believe that to success in a relationship is more than finding the right person you need to be the right person, we listen to each other, we argue but we also resolve the problems we face, the differing cultures and backgrounds also makes everything interesting.“

Ana’s Advice for Future Brides

• Savour the moment; it goes so quick!!… When you are walking down the aisle take a deep breath and breath in the moment, the beauty of it, your family and friends warm faces when they see you, your husband to be… enjoy that moment, it’s a treasurable memory!
• People love having opinions and mostly they are doing it out of love but remember is your day, have it as you have always imagined it… people don’t have to love what you love.
• Your wedding is also important for your family; it’s worth it to accommodate some things for them, like a couple of extra invitations for example or seating plans.
• Make a list of shots that you would like to have, look at bridal blogs, magazines… any source of inspiration and have a list that you can give to your photographer.
• Be happy and grateful for the people that want to be part of your day; attending and even more being part of wedding party takes people’s time and it costs, people that accept your invitation really want to be there for you!
• Include make up to touch-up yours after the ceremony, it can get really emotional [I cried pretty much the 30mins that it lasted!] and you want to be photo ready right after it!

“We have very similar goals and expectations from each other.“

“We arrived to the reception at Rickys in a classic boat; we were sipping champagne on the most beautiful sunset cruising around Noosa River. It was absolutely stunning and it was some private time that we really enjoyed.”

Wedding Secrets Revealed

Biggest splurge: The reception venue, we wanted amazing food and water views.

Best bargain: Our cake, was absolutely delicious, the best one that we tried, (and we tried many!), our celebrant recommended us a local lady, we saved lots of money!

Bridal gown: Maggie Sottero gown from Brides of Brisbane

Bridesmaid dresses: They were made in Colombia, much cheaper!!

Groom and Groomsmen’s suits and shoes: Spurling Bridal & Formal Wear

Jewellery: Swarovski earrings, a gift from the groom

Number of guests: 72

The Hand-picked Team That Made It All Happen

Photographer: Jennifer Oliphant Photography

Florist: Blooms of Noosa

Venue + Catering: Rickys River Bar + Restaurant

Cake: Richie’s Bakery

Transport: Noosa Dream Boats   

Hair and Makeup Artist: Beauty on the Move

Accommodation: Viridian Noosa Residences

      Decorators: Love Bird Weddings

Celebrant: Natalie Banner, From This Moment Ceremonies

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For transportation, the couple hooned around town in awesome hired red and yellow Mustangs, first to their ceremony at Ravenwood Park, Noosa Sound, and then on to their reception at Trio’s On The River at Noosa Marina.

When planning their wedding, Larissa and Lewis placed their highest level of importance on finding the right photographer. They wanted to be able to look back and relive their magical day for years to come with beautiful images that told their story. They couldn’t be happier with the result in these amazing photos by Level Eleven Photography.

“My mum was amazing, without her there wouldn't have been a wedding!”

 "We met through a mutual friend. It's funny we lived in Noosa for our whole lives, had mutual friends, even went to the same school, but never met!"

“At Trio’s we were able to have a formal area for dinner and speeches then an amazing area for dancing and celebrations.”

A Word of Advice From the Bride

“Slow down, enjoy and remember if something doesn't go according to plan on the day it’s okay, you’re most likely the only one that's going to know about it!”

Larissa & Lewis' Wedding Secrets Revealed

Biggest splurge: The reception took over half the budget, but they say it was worth every cent

Best bargain: Alex & Alex shoes from a vintage store in Eumundi

Bridal gown: Sugar & Spice Bridal

Accessories: Nan's wedding band, Swarovski 

Shoes: Alex & Alex ruby slippers

Bridesmaid dresses: Paco from Sketch Noosa

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Swarovski tennis bracelet & earrings 

Groom’s suit and shoes: Yd 

Groomsmens’ suits and shoes:  Yd

Jewellery: Rosendorff Jewellers  Bombonnieres: DIY Jars from online and conversation hearts and lolly buffet lollies sunshine coast confectionery warehouse

DIY: The table place cards, invitations, the gorgeous L&L wedding sign was made by Lewis, all the table setting birdcages and signs were made by the couple, flower arrangements, flower girls' and junior bridesmaid dresses, lolly buffet.

Number of guests: 80

Total cost: $12,000

The Hand-picked Team That Made It All Happen

Photographer:  Level Eleven Photography

Florist: Noosa House of Flowers

Caterer: Trio's On The River

Cake: Chocolat Patisserie

Transport: Stangfever International

Makeup Artist: Makeup by Jana

Hair Stylist: Ziggies Hair

Decorators: First Class Functions

DJ: Elite Sounds Entertainment

Stationery Supplier: DIY

Celebrant: Joyclyn Humphries  

Other: Digi-Diary video guest book kiosk, nails Shellac by Pia Pedersen 

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This gorgeous young couple were engaged for six months after having been together for almost three years following an introduction by a mutual friend at a coffee shop, and then Bronwyn started attending Sam’s church. I genuinely have not seen a more sweet couple in all my time, and when you see their wedding photos below, I’m sure you will agree wholeheartedly.

Bronnie & Sam had always wanted to be married in Noosa, and chose a perfect location for their wedding ceremony – Maison La Plage Grove, Noosa Main Beach, then kicked on with their guests for a lovely celebration at Australis Noosa Lakes Resort. It was everything they ever dreamed of, a fun and vibrant Noosa Beach wedding with happy pink, orange and yellow flowers and plenty of big smiles.

Their super fun wedding included a rehearsed dance by the entire bridal party, as well as a surprise boogie down the aisle at the end of the ceremony to We Go Together from the movie, Grease! We just adore Bronnie and Sam with their infectious smiles and enthusiasm for life and love.

Enjoy these stunning images by Shellbells Photography.

“My family were able to help rushing around getting the final bits finished for me and help doing up the favours for the guests etc… I was really thankful to them in that last week!”

“Both my two-year-old niece and nephew, who were junior flower girl and page boy, walked holding hands down the aisle by themselves! I am a proud Aunty!”

“Our faith in God binds us together as a couple”

“The very best thing (about the wedding day), which I am sure most brides will say, was marrying my husband. The part when our Priest said you can kiss the bride, I did this little giggle dance on the spot! I just couldn't believe it and how real this was and it was actually happening! And that was not planned!”

“As I worked full time and we were busy finding a house on the weekends, our wedding was planned all online”

Bronnie & Sam’s Hand-picked Team That Made It All Happen

Photographer: Shellbells Photography

Videographer: Dreamlife Photos and Video

Florist: DIY by Bronnie’s Dad!

Caterer: Australis Noosa Lakes

Cake: DIY by Bronnie’s Sister

Bombonnieres: Online from Malaysia – mini metal white and pink buckets with sugar almonds in tulle.

Transport: Hertz car hire – they hired four mini convertible coopers for three days, which cost $1300 in total.

Makeup Artist: Bronnie’s clever sister again!

Hair Stylist: Hair Styles on Stuart (our local hair dresser from Ipswich)

Decorators: Splash Events

Officiary: Bronnie’s uncle, a priest.

Wedding Secrets Revealed

Bridal gown: DIY – Bronnie’s talented mother made her dress.

Accessories: Bronnie’s mother made her necklace out of beads from her dress and she wore her sister’s pearl earrings.

Shoes: White thongs bought from Kmart, $4.

Bridesmaid and flowergirl dresses: Online at TB Dress, $73.00 (including postage.)

Bridesmaids’ accessories: White thongs were bought from Kmart, $4. Earrings from Equip, $10.

Groom and Groomsmens’ suits and shoes: Connor, $298 (including shirt, jacket, pants, belt) Black thongs were bought from Kmart for $4.

Number of guests: 120

Total wedding cost: Approx $13,000, paid for by the bride’s parents.

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