Mid North Coast Weddings Magazine Issue 2

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Welcome to the Autumn/Winter edition of the Mid North Coast Weddings Magazine! Now that the long hot summer is behind us, you may be thinking of a cool and inspiring winter wedding. Winter is no longer a time for wedding hibernation. Trends more and more are moving towards autumn and winter weddings, especially here on the Mid North Coast. The Mid North Coast in winter provides the ultimate climatic backdrop of clear, blue skies, less rain, warm sunny afternoons and best of all no humidity!Think open fireplaces, warming and hearty food, cool misty scenery and sparkling decorations. A winter wedding can be glamorous, romantic, cinematic and magical. Colour palettes of burgundy, maroon, sage, dusty rose, midnight blue, taupe, bronze and copper all come to mind. Dresses with lace sleeves and higher necklines

have made a big comeback. Add a faux fur wrap to strapless gown for the personification of timeless elegance!We have filled issue 2 with some of the most incredible local styling shoots to provide you with a plethora of ideas and inspiration for your ultimate winter wedding. We have also featured 5 of the best weddings that have taken place on the Mid North Coast during the last 6 months for further inspiration. The combination of our styling shoots and real weddings showcases how diverse our region can be and how with a little imagination and creativity you or your stylist can create the perfect winter wedding day.Find a cosy nook, boil the kettle or pour the shiraz, sit down and enjoy issue 2 of the Mid North Coast Weddings Magazine!

Carissa xo

welcomeEditor’s Letter

CARISSA DWYEREditor

JEFFCOWAN

CARAVASILESCU

Artistic Director Assistant Editor

Contributors

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TARGETED / Advertise your wedding business via the online wedding directory and you market directly to your target audience. No getting lost in the crowd or hoping a bride may just come across your ad. Mid North Coast Weddings Online Directory is the premier resource for people actively engaged in a wedding information search – they want to know about you!

EXPOSURE / Leverage off our No.1 Google Ranking and 7000+ visitors to our website each month and in turn increase your own SEO. Drive more visitors to your site, spark more enquiries and make more bookings!

PROFILE / Be seen with the best! Vendors who market their business with Mid North Coast Weddings are leaders in their professions. We only list the best!

MID NORTH COAST WEDDINGS ONLINE DIRECTORY We currently enjoy around 7163 page views a month. The directory also has an average of 238 visitors per day to the website who spend an average of 7 minutes on the site every visit.

Standard 12Month Listing $99

BE FOUND!Your business listing will appear under the relevant

business category e.g. celebrant, florist, photographer and will include the following features:

• Detailed business profile and image gallery • Phone number, website, email & social media links

• Image gallery (up to 3 images)

www.midnorthcoastweddings.com

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REALWEDDINGFEATURES

14-21 /Hayley+Jimmy

36-43 /Paul+Sanaz

54-61 /Aled+Chelsea

76-83 / Ashleigh+Jordan

94-101 / Amy+Sean

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Design and layout by Jeff Cowan DesignCover photography by Kirk Owers Photography www.kirkowersphotography.com.auEditor’s Letter photography by Michael Marchment / The Mil Studios www.the-mil.com-Mid North Coast Weddings Magazine, Blog,

Directory and online are all property of Carissa Dwyer.-www.midnorthcoastweddings.com

STYLEDFEATURES

26-31 /Riviera Paradise

46-51/ Sea Sprite

64-69/ Natural Selection

70-73/ Les Roues Fromage

86-91/ Country Romance

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CONFETTI FAIR TWILIGHT / SYDNEYConfetti Fair Twilight will be something unique, it will be like you have walked into a big party and each visitor is the guest of honour. It's a party fair for those revelling in anything worth celebrating on a grown up level.Saturday 11th July 20157pm • $10 entryFairground Follies, 22 Burrows Road, St Peters NSWconfettifair.com.au

RYDGES PORT MACQUARIE WINTER WEDDING SHOWCASECome along and experience a waterfront wedding set up! Industry professionals will also be on hand to assist with all your wedding needs including cake designers, photographers, hair dressers, make-up artists, Bridal couture and more. Saturday 27th June 201510am to 1:30pm • Free entry1 Hay Street, Port Macquarie NSWrydges.com

HAPPILY EVER AFTER BRIDAL FAIR The Happily Ever After Bridal Fair is not your average kind of wedding expo! Stepping away from the traditional wedding expo format, Happily Ever After follows the latest trend in bridal fairs where guests are invited to attend the event as if it were a real wedding. Saturday 29th August 201510am to 2pm • $5 EntryWauchope Show Ground93 High Street, Wauchope NSWmidnorthcoastweddings.com

ONE FINE DAY / SYDNEYOne Fine Day is a refreshing alternative to the traditional wedding fair. Showcasing a handpicked selection of sought after vendors in the wedding field. Expect good food, live music, inspiration, fashion, talented vendors and so much more.Saturday 12th to Sunday 13th September 201510am • $25 entryAustralian Technology Park, 2 Locomotive St, Redfern NSWonefinedayweddingfair.com.au

LOVE ON THE LAWN / HUNTER VALLEYLove on the Lawn is Australia's first wedding festival! A chilled festival vibe and a relaxed day out for the wedding industry to showcase their products and services to happy brides to be. The festival is a visual feast of colour and creativity with expert advice, live entertainment, wine tastings, food sampling, celebrity MCs and fashion shows.Sunday 25 October 201510am to 4pm • Entry $15 Prepaid online or $20 at the door cash onlyloveonthelawn.com.au

OPAL COVE SHOWCASEThe team at Opal Cove Resort are excited to be hosting their annual Wedding Expo & Open Day on Saturday 16 January 2016 from 10am to 2pm. Entry is free to the public with complimentary champagne & gift bags on arrival, hourly resort inspections, supplier discounts, hot wedding specials and lucky door prizes. Event stylists, celebrants, florists, photographers, jewellers, make-up and hair, beauty treatments, cake decorators, catering and candle makers are a few of the exhibitors that will be at the Expo. Saturday 16 January 201610am to 2pm • Free entrywww.facebook.com/opalcoveresortwww.opalcove.com

ALL SEASONS HARRIGAN’S WEDDING OPEN DAYCome and enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne while taking in the gorgeous ceremony and weddings facilities All Seasons Harrigan’s has to offer. Meet with some of the regions finest wedding vendors to find out firsthand how they can make your dream wedding at All Seasons Harrigan’s a reality.Sunday 9th August 201510.30am to 2.30pmFree entryJoseph Boulevard, Harrington Waters, Harrington NSWharrigansharrington.com.au

MID NORTH COAT WEDDINGS EXPOThe Mid North Coast Weddings Expo is the ultimate planning resource offering brides and grooms-to-be the opportunity to meet with the region’s best wedding vendors from Forster to Coffs Harbour, all of whom service the Mid North Coast region. With an array of wedding experts on hand, a great fashion parade and the chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes, the Mid North Coast Weddings Expo is a must-visit for those planning the wedding of their dreams!Sunday February 29th 201611am to 3pm • $5 entryPort Macquarie Panthers Auditorium, 1 Bay Street,Port Macquarie NSWmidnorthcoastweddings.com

What's Onu p c o m i n g e x p o s a n d b r i da l fa i r s

C.ex Coffs is the perfect choice to make your Wedding Reception everything you imagined,

with venue options to seat 60 – 600 guests, from cocktail to banquet style receptions.

Our dedicated Events Team are with you every step of the planning process and can tailor a

package to suit your needs to make your big day a truly memorable occasion.

Contact our Events Team today to receive your Wedding Package.

P: (02) 6652 3888 or E: [email protected]

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10am to 2pmW A U C H O P E S H O W G R O U N D

93 High Street, Wauchope NSW 2446Cost for visitors: $5 for Adults, Free for children & pensioners


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B R I D A L F A I R

HAPPILYEVER

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The Happily Ever After Bridal Fair is not your average kind of wedding expo! Stepping away from the traditional wedding expo format, Happily Ever After follows the latest trend in bridal fairs where guests are invited to attend the event as if it were a real wedding.

Set within the rustic walls of the Wauchope Show Ground Hall, brides and visitors will be given the opportunity to see how a real wedding would look when set up in the following themes:

A Country RomanceLove in the VinesRainforest RendezvousGarden Party

A ceremony and reception set up will be created for each theme. Each set up will be a creative collaboration by a team of local wedding vendors consisting of a stylist, florist, hire company, cake decorator, stationer and photographer.

The focus of each set up will be to provide couples with loads of inspiration and unique and creative styling ideas for their own ceremony and reception. We also hope to showcase the diversity of our region and the very best that our local wedding industry has to offer.

This year will also see the inclusion of our one of a kind Handmade Wedding Market where brides can find and purchase unique and creative handmade or bespoke pieces for their wedding day. There will also be live music, amazing food and beverages from local caterers, wine makers, breweries and coffee suppliers just to add a festival touch!

Brides will each be given a gift bag on entry to the bridal fair that will be filled with special offers and discounts from our exhibiting vendors as well as a copy of issue 2 of the Mid North Coast Weddings Magazine.

10am to 2pmW A U C H O P E S H O W G R O U N D

93 High Street, Wauchope NSW 2446Cost for visitors: $5 for Adults, Free for children & pensioners


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Bellingen, NSW

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T H E P R O P O S A LHayley and Jimmy and their little boy Pheonix were walking along the beach watching the beautiful sunrise, as they reached the top of the headland Jimmy dropped to one knee and opened a tiny little box that had the most beautiful 1920's vintage white gold diamond ring inside! Hayley was speechless, but finally stuttered a YES!

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T H E D R E S S Hayley’s dress was designed and made

by her cousin Taylor Gooley. Only having a vague idea of what she wanted

her wedding dress to look like both Hayley and Taylor spent an afternoon

sketching and designing an initial concept. Hayley had every faith that Taylor would create the dress of her

dreams and after only one fitting Hayley wasn't disappointed, it was everything

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T H E C E R E M O N YHayley and Jimmy knew that they wanted a ceremony that was an amazing celebration of love, surrounded by family and close friends! The celebrant, a close friend of the couple who had known them both since high school, created a unique ceremony just for Hayley and Jimmy that was filled with touching stories and heartfelt wedding vows. There were tears, laughter and best of all lots of love.

T H E R E C E P T I O NThe reception took place in the beautiful country town of Gleniffer. The only thing that was important to Hayley and Jimmy when it came to their wedding day was friends, family and a party! They loved the idea of a picnic style wedding with rugs and baskets full of cheese and wine, friends mingling and celebrating and of course an awesome dance floor! Jimmy organised everything, from designing personalised wine labels to handwritten chalk boards and ultimately styled the most incredible rustic picnic wedding ever. It was a family affair with Hayley’s sister creating the floral arrangements, her brother making wooden crates for picnic tables, her best friends made jams for favors and helped the couple put together the invites.


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V E N D O R C R E D I T S-Photographer / Lyss & Her Camera www.lyssandhercamera.com Videographer / Little.H Films www.littleh.com.auCelebrant / Alyce Parker [email protected] Company and Decorations / Hyde Bellingen www.facebook.com/VintageNestEspressoFlowers / Emma Louise Flowers www.emmalouiseflowers.comStylist / Fortune Productions [email protected] / Fortune Productions [email protected] / Joelism www.facebook.com/djjoelismGrooms and Groomsmen / Uptown Local www.shop.uptownlocal.com.auMake Up / Taylor Gooley email [email protected] / Bianca Gooley mobile 0423004207Cake / Sugar Plum Cakes & Desserts www.sugarplumcakesanddesserts.com.au

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Photos by Renee Bell Studios www.reneebell.com.au

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The perfect wedding vehicle with style

Love busKOMBIS

The journey to your wedding ceremony may be one of the most emotional and nerve-wracking of your life and the trip to your venue is no exception. You want to enjoy this part of your day in style and comfort, while making it as memorable as possible. With that in mind Love Bus Kombis may be just what you are looking for.

Owner Mitchell Montgomery has lovingly restored a 15 window split screen Volkswagen Kombi, the Love Bus, Magnolia and together she is matched with the highest level of chauffeuring etiquette and customer service, making your special occasion fun and truly memorable.

Always utilised for great acts of kindness and love Magnolia was purchased by Mitchell from a village in South Africa where she used to ferry local orphaned children to school each day until she retired and was in need of some TLC. She

has since started a new chapter in her life as the Love Bus and is the first in the fleet with a new partner waiting in the wings.

It had been Mitchell’s vision for five years while he restored his kombi to create a business that allowed him to use this beautiful car and share it with others. Mitchell’s passion for kombis, surfing and the beach, combined with his easy going nature and ability to connect with people from all walks of life are the contributing factors to the success of the business.

‘We take pride in making your occasion very special’ Mitchell enthuses. ‘Great care with attention to detail is our focus and tailoring our services to meet your needs on the day is our top priority. Arriving by Kombi is cool, classy and fun’ he said.

The Love Bus is available for weddings and special occasions. Just imagine travelling to your dream beach wedding in an authentic Kombi wedding car, rocking

up to the school formal or debutante ball in the most unique vehicle, or touring the local wine region on a bespoke tour with friends in 1970s vintage style. Your special occasion is sure to be filled with fun, laughter and loads of Kombi magic!

Special packages for proposals are also available. Your proposal can be made even more memorable travelling to a beautiful secluded part of nature with a gourmet hamper and champagne, and what better way to continue your story by having Magnolia back on your wedding day.

Located in Port Macquarie the Love Bus services an area ranging from Coffs Harbour in the north to the Pacific Palms Blueys Beach area south of Foster. The Love Bus is also affiliated with a companion service in Coffs Harbour, adding another two beautiful kombis to the fleet, which services Coffs Harbour through to Byron Bay. Together they have the entire Mid North Coast covered.

For bookings contact Mitchell and Sue on 0466 158 059 or 0413 277 563. All enquiries will be responded to within 24 hours. You can see Magnolia in all her glory atwww.lovebuskombis.com.au

Images courtesy of Peter Sechi Photography

For more information, call (02) 6652 7555 or email [email protected]

An unforgettable beachside wedding

BreakFree Aanuka Beach Resort, a beachside paradise located on the beautiful Coffs Coast of NSW is the perfect destination for your special day. Offering the complete wedding experience from beach front settings and tropical garden escapes, to the natural beauty of the on-site chapel.

With four unique reception venues to choose from, three with absolute ocean views, you are sure to have the wedding of your dreams.

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Beverleys Bridal Boutique Laurieton has been created just for you, the Bride to Be.

Brides opting for a once in a life time opportunity when seeking that perfect gown know only too well that fabric selection and final design are best approached collaboratively, one informing the other, to ensure the most exquisite outcome. Beverleys Bridal Boutique can help you do just that, showcasing quality gowns and accessories at affordable prices.

Choose your gown in the comfort and privacy of a quiet showroom, displaying gowns from leading designers and manufacturers. You can choose from floor stock items or order in the gown of your choice in any size and colour. A wide selection for Bridesmaids, School Formals, Flowergirls, and Special Occasions, along with Veils, Headpieces, Charms and Cushions are also available. You don’t need to travel far and parking is at the front door.Having managed leading bridal stores in Sydney for many years Beverley has a passion for beautiful gowns and fitting you correctly to have you looking extra special on your perfect day. She is also a qualified seamstress with over 40 years experience, offering in store alterations when required.

Beverley takes great pride in understanding that style is personal. Let her help you to embrace who you are as an individual and be reflected on your day as the beautiful bride.

Bridal Boutique

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Natural foliage along with a colour palette of marsala tones and wild florals inspired the decor for this shoot. A floral swing gracefully suspended, a stunning

distressed vintage mantle turned ceremony altar styled with vintage

frames, romantically lit candles and pretty details. A beautiful winding river provided the perfect backdrop for our

dreamy floating window altar.


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-Styling and Flowers and Props / Gingermegs Floral Creations www. gingermegs.com.au

Photographer / Kristy Van Eck Photography www.kristyvaneck.comModel / Evangeline Grace Roebuck


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T H E P R O P O S A LJust two days after their first year anniversary, Paul asked Sanaz to go out with him for a belated anniversary dinner. After dinner, they decided to take a walk along the river in South Bank where they eventually found a cozy spot to sit down and take in the night sky and city lights which was quite romantic. A few minutes later, Paul showed Sanaz a ring and said “look what I found”, she thought he had found it on the ground. “I actually bought this for you”, Paul said, and then popped the question. Completely in shock and with tears in her eyes Sanaz said a resounding YES!


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T H E D R E S SSanaz had been looking for wedding dresses for a few months so when the day

came to go dress shopping with her bridesmaids she had some idea of what she wanted. What she had in mind was something simple and modern but definitely not strapless! After trying on a number of dresses that day and still without any

luck she began to lose hope of ever finding her dream dress. Giving it one last attempt she came across a skirt that she liked. It was so far from what she had in mind that she wasn't sure she should try it on. Sanaz decided to try the skirt with, of all things, a strapless bodice and as soon as she put them on she fell in

love and the search was over. All the bridesmaids agreed the gorgeous ensemble was definitely the one for Sanaz.

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T H E C E R E M O N YPaul and Sanaz's ceremony and reception were held at Roses Vineyard just outside of Port Macquarie. Sanaz arrived at the vineyard in a convertible Mercedes followed by a duo of Jags that were transporting her bridesmaids. The ceremony was conducted under a rustic looking ceremonial arch decorated with beautiful flowers and green foliage over looking the beautiful vines and Innes Lake. There were around 50 guests, made up of family and close friends many of whom had traveled from interstate/overseas to be part of their big day. It was important for Paula and Sanaz to remember their family on their special day especially those grandparents who were no longer with them. They decided to create and actual family tree where they made portraits of their parents and grandparents in a frame and hung them from a tree in the grounds of the vineyard for everyone to see.

T H E R E C E P T I O NThe reception was in the onsite marquee at Rose’s Vineyard. Paul and his groomsmen were in charge of setting up the reception and doing the final touches. Sanaz was so excited to see the reception set up with all of the little details that she stole a moment from the ceremony to take a peek and was stunned at how perfect everything looked. What she saw was ivory organza and fairy lights running through the marquee, white chair covers with ivory organza chair sashes, loose bunches of white and peach peonies, lissianthus, freesia and roses with green foliage in brass vase on the tables and tea-light candles that made the marquee look so elegant and romantic. The highlight was the floral chandelier that hung from the ceiling of the marquee which was a lovely surprise from their florist.

V E N D O R C R E D I T-Photographer Little Glimpseswww.littleglimpses.com.auCelebrant Margo Smith Wedding Celebrant www.margocelebrant.comHire Company/DecorationsRoses Vineyard www.rosesvineyard.comStylist Sarah J Hudson Flowers & Styling www.sarahjhudson.com.auFlowers Sarah J Hudson Flowers & Styling www.sarahjhudson.com.auHair Streamline Hair Design www.streamlinehair.comReception Venue/Caterer Roses Vineyard www.rosesvineyard.comCake BittersweetStationery/Invitations Brighton Design www.brightondesign.com.auEntertainment Maverique Events Port Mac maveriqueevents.weebly.comPhoto Booth Pose It Photo Boothswww.poseit.com.au



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THE MAGIC OF MO VEMENT

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A R E W E N O W A F L O A T .

A N D W E M U S T T A K E

T H E C U R R E N T W H E N

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Photography / Leeboo Photography www.leeboophotography.com.au Styling & Hire / Seventh Studio www.seventhstudio.com.au

Makeup / The Make Up Box by Carmel Kestles www.facebook.com/themakeupbox400 Hair / Macy J Hair www.facebook.com/macyjhaircoffsharbour

Flowers / Flowers by Bonnie www.flowersbybonnie.com.au Bamboo Arbour / The Bello Bamboo Company www.bellobamboo.com

Model / Rachel Mackay


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T H E P R O P O S A LFor Christmas Chelsea surprised Aled with tickets to Bali. On the first morning of their stay Aled was up at first light and pestering Chelsea to come and see a surprise that he had picked up at the airport. Suffering from a little jet lag Chelsea reluctantly got out of bed and went downstairs to where Aled was. Aled was standing on the balcony overlooking the ocean, wearing a singlet, board shorts and a little red bow tie! On the table was a gorgeous bouquet of red roses and 4 photos sorted into a timeline from when they first started dating to the present day. Aled told Chelsea to slowly turn each photograph over and as she did the words read Will, You, Marry, Me? Of course she said YES!


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T H E D R E S SChelsea’s dress was called Pippin by Watters and was purchased from Marry Me Bridal in Mosman. Chelsea had always envisioned her dress to be very bohemian, something loose fitting and flowy! As soon as she walked into the bridal store and saw the mermaid style dress with beaded lace detail, she fell in love. It was the first and only dress she tried on as she knew instantly that it was going to be her dress. Chelsea matched the Watters gown with a gorgeous white cathedral veil.

T H E C E R E M O N YHaving already attended a couple of weddings at the Green Cathedral both Aled and Chelsea knew that this was going to be their ceremony location of choice. They both loved the relaxed

bohemian vibe and how the location provided the most beautiful back drop for their pictures.

T H E R E C E P T I O NAled and Chelsea’s reception was held at the Sundowner in Tiona. They were both drawn to the huge lawn area overlooking the lake where their guests could play vintage lawn games! They hired vintage lounges, industrial style chairs and decorated their tables with gold glittered vases filled with loose bunches of flowers. A giant love sign was also hired as a backdrop for photos and guests were treated to a Mr Whippy Van that served ice creams and sundaes for desert. Guests were given personalized handmade candles and caramel bon bons for a thank you gift.

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V E N D O R C R E D I T SPhotographer / Kirk Owers Photopgrahy www.kirkowersphotography.com.au

Hire Company/Decorations / The Lovely Project www.thelovelyproject.com.au Flowers / Blooms Florist www.bloomsflorist.net.au

Make Up / Kobie Sayer Makeup Artist www.facebook.com/kobiesayermua Bridesmaids Hair / Hair by Leesa Strange www.facebook.com/pages/Havana-Hairdressing-by-Leesa

Reception Venue/Caterer / Sundowner Tiona www.sundownerweddings.com Cake Company / Amy Radford (Brides cousin)

Stationery/Invitations / Wedding Paper Divas www.weddingpaperdivas.com Candle Party Favours / Handmade By Three www.handmadebythree.bigcartel.com


From an intimate garden ceremony overlooking Pelican Bay,to a reception in one of our private wedding venues,

Sails Resort Port Macquarie has the setting and expertise to ensure your wedding day is a celebration you will cherish forever. Our professional wedding coordinator will tailor a reception package to suit your expectations and budget.

Excitingnew event spaces to be revealed in November

2015 including waterfrontchapel and gardens

Rachelle DuftyWedding & Events Co-ordinator

P. 02 6589 5100E. [email protected]

rydges.com/sailsresort

Wedding Packagesfrom $95 per person

WEDDINGSBY SAILS RESORT

Stylish & Elegant Waterfront


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NATURALSELEC

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A RICH COLOUR PALETTE OF RED, BERRY, PEACH AND DEEP

GREEN FLORALS WAS THE INSPIRATION FOR THIS STYLING

SHOOT. FLOWER GARLANDS, FLORAL CROWNS AND

DRAPING FOLIAGE CREATED A MOODY, BOHEMIAN FEEL THAT CAPTURED THE VERY ESSENCE

OF A WINTER WEDDING.


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-Styling / Sarah J Hudson flowers & styling www.sarahjhudson.com.au

Flowers / Glasshouse Flowers www.glasshouseflowers.com.au and Sarah J Hudson Flowers & Styling www.sarahjhudson.com.au

Make Up / Adore Beauty Therapy www.adorebeautytherapy.comHair / Faking It - Port Macquarie (02) 6583 6681

Photographer / The Mil Studios www.the-mil.comVideographer / Wilkie Productions www.mjcwilkieproductions.com.au

Dress / Melinda Perry Couture #melindaperrycoutureModel / Julie Jamieson


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Cheese wheelW E D D I N G C A K E

So cake might be up there among our very favourite things, but we reckon cheese makes a firm case for second place. And luckily for us, cheese wheel wedding cakes have never been so popular. From a creamy brie or a punchy blue to a smokey cheddar, cheese can add a refined yet rustic foodie feel to your wedding. Adorned in grapes and figs or berries and flowers, cheese wheels make a quirky alternative to your wedding cake, or a chic twist on your typical dessert or late night snack.

H I N T S A N D T I P S

• Make sure your wedding cake has a good balance and contrast of cheese types (hard, soft, blue), flavours, colours, textures and intensities.

• To ensure your guests each get an opportunity to taste all the different cheeses, you might consider choosing a slightly smaller cake and then ordering extra of the cheese that makes up the top few tiers.

• Order well in advance so that your cheese supplier can make sure each of the cheeses is at perfect ripeness on the day of the wedding.

• About 70-100g of cheese per person is ideal for an after-dinner course. Double that if you are making it the main attraction!

• Make sure the cake is brought out some time before serving, so the cheeses are at room temperature when consumed!

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-Cheese Wheels / East Coast Gourmet Foods www.eastcoastgourmetfoods.com.au

Love Table and Styling / Divine Wedding Hire www.facebook.com/divineweddinghireFlowers / Erins Bridal Bouquets & Gifs www.facebook.com/ErinsBridalBouquets

Props / The Department Store www.hastingscoop.com.au


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The ProposalJordan proposed to Ashleigh on a Friday night at their home in Port

Macquarie, his proposal was sweet and modest (just like Jordan). They

called their family and closest friends to share the wonderful news and

then celebrated with them until the early hours of the morning, a night

they will never forget.

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The DressAshleigh’s dress was a Maggie Sottero gown purchased at Belle and Beaux in Newcastle. It was everything that Ashleigh had imagined her dream dress would be, from the way it made her feel when she first put it on to the way others looked at her on the wedding day, especially Jordan as she walked down the aisle.

The CeremonyAshleigh and Jordan had their ceremony at a private residence in Sancrox, just 15 mintues drive from the centre of Port Macquarie. The ceremony took place under a special tree the owners had planted when they first moved into the property over 20 years ago.

The ReceptionAshleigh and Jordan’s reception was held on the roof top of the Mercure Centro Hotel in Port Macquarie. The couple chose this particular venue as their wedding took place on New Year’s Eve and the Mercure Centro Hotel has one of the best vantage points for the New Year’s Eve fireworks in Port Macquarie, providing a spectacular end to their day. A cocktail reception allowed guests to mingle and party into the early hours of New Year’s Day.

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Vendor Credits-

Photographer / Curly Tree Photography www.curlytreephotography.com.auCelebrant / Head Over Heels Ceremonies M. 0421 845 940

Hire Company/Decorations / Wedding Perfections www.weddingperfectiononline.com.auDivine Wedding Hire www.facebook.com/divineweddinghire

Flowers / Flowers For Ever After www.flowersforeverafter.com.au Make Up / LeRouge Makeup Artistry www.facebook.com/RougeMakeUpByHayley

Hair / Milans Hairdressing www.facebook.com/MilansHairdressingReception Venue/Caterer / Mercure Centro Hotel www.centrohotel.com.au

Cake / Trish Jackson Designer Cakes www.designercakes.net.au


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R O M A N C E


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-Styling and Props / Ivory Lane Event Styling & Hire www.ivorylaneeventstyling.com.au

Flowers / Tall Poppy Florist www.tallpoppyflorist.com.auCake / Sweet Things by Sarah www.facebook.com/sweetthingsbysarahtamworth

Photographer / Finishing Image Photography www.finishingimagephotography.com



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Amy&Sean

South West Rocks, NSW

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T H E P R O P O S A LIt was a beautiful winters’ day whilst exploring the west coast, on their way from Perth to Darwin, whilst admiring the rugged

Zuytdorp cliffs overlooking the Indian Ocean, Sean got down on one knee and surprised Amy. Sean proposed with a beautiful

custom made opal and diamond ring creating a special moment they will remember for the rest of their lives.

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T H E D R E S SAmy’s dress was designed and made by Maggie Sottero, a mermaid style, ivory gown with silver embroidery and sparkling beads finished with a scalloped illusion neckline. “I felt absolutely stunning from the moment I tried it on, friends and family told me all night how beautiful the dress was and how they had never seen anything like it” Amy delightfully recalls.


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Love I S E V E R Y W H E R E

T H E C E R E M O N YAmy and Sean’s ceremony was held at the beautiful and secluded Little Bay in South West Rocks. It was with sun in their eyes and sand between their toes under a gorgeous arbour adorned with Australian native flowers, surrounded by friends, family, Pandanus trees and kangaroos when Amy and Sean said their vows.

T H E R E C E P T I O NThe reception was set amongst stunning spring gardens at Ashdon B&B in Arakoon, under a marquee decorated with fairy lights and lanterns. While the bridal party had their pictures taken the guests enjoyed canapés, Black Duck Brewery beer and Amy’s homemade cocktails. The actual reception had a very casual feel to it with long tables decorated beautifully once again with garlands of Australian native flowers. There was an informal seating plan to which their guests were free to mingle and enjoy their delicious spit roast dinner provided by Crackle 'n Spit. The wedding cake was created by the very talented Trish Jackson and was 3 layers of chocolate, caramel-choc and white chocolate mud cake that was enjoyed by all. They surprised their guests with a fireworks display after the speeches topping off a magical day.

V E N D O R C R E D I T S-Photographer / Nic Donohoe Photographywww.nicdphotography.com/blog/Dress / Belles and Beauxwww.bellesandbeaux.com.au Reception Venue / Ashdon B&B, Arakoonwww.ashdon.com.auCelebrant / Joy Londonwww.ashdon.com.auPhoto Booth / Pose it Photo Boothwww.poseit.com.auFlowers / Sarah J Hudson Flowers & Stylingwww.sarahjhudson.com.auMake Up / Adore Beauty Therapy www.adorebeautytherapy.comHair / Dollface Hair and Body www.dollfacehairandbody.comCaterer / Crackle n Spitwww.cracklenspit.com.auCake / Trish Jackson Designer Cakeswww.designercakes.net.auStationery/Invitations / Wolleywww.wolley.com.auEntertainment / Ghost Road www.ghostroad.com.auRings / Quilpie Opals, Perthwww.quilpieopalsperth.com.au

My name is Brooke Bell.With my fresh, young and creative approach, I will make your ceremony relaxed, meaningful and memorable. In essence - a special celebration custom designed that feels just right for you.


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-Styling and Props / The Lovely Project Wedding & Events www.thelovelyproject.com.auFlowers / Blooms Florist www.bloomsflorist.net.auLocation / Garden Ceremonies www.gardenceremonies.com.auPhotographer / Kirk Owers Photography www.kirkowersphotography.com.auStationery / Pretty Paper Place www.prettypaperplace.com

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