One thing that clearly stood out about Rachael and Sam’s day was their venue. Held at a private warehouse in Geelong, Victoria they were blessed with the most incredible blank canvas courtesy of Sam’s friend and business partner, Cam.
“We… knew it was exactly what we were looking for”, says Rachel who hired Dress My Wedding and She’s A Wildflower to introduce some colour and warmth to their otherwise empty, industrial space.
After an epic journey to find her elegant Alex Perry wedding gown (she’d previously tried on over 60 wedding dresses) Rachael decided to keep everything else simple by hosting their ceremony and reception in the same space.
“We wanted the wedding to be really casual and fun for guests”, she says, adding that she found inspiration from One Fine Day Wedding Fair and Hello May. “I have recently just passed all my [Hello May] mags onto my recently engaged best friend!”
The one decision they’re especially pleased they made was hiring photographer Pierre Curry. “His excitement for our wedding venue and to take photos of our day was amazing, he was fantastic on the day and felt like a life long friend!”
While you’re here why not check out this real wedding by Pierre Curry too. Also don’t forget to grab your copy of issue nine, on sale now at selected newsagents nationally and online via Mag Nation.
CREDITS Photos Pierre Curry // Bridal gown Alex Perry // Hair piece Samantha Wills // Shoes Forever New // Hair Momu Hair and Makeup // Makeup Hilary Holmes // Bridesmaids dresses Fernanda Andrea // Bridesmaids shoes ASOS // Bridesmaids gifts Pandora // Grooms suit Peter Jackson // Tie and socks ASOS // Grooms shoes Betts // Barber Salon Memphis // Groomsmen suits Eddy Elias Menswear (shirts) and R.M. Williams (pants) // Flowers She’s A Wildflower // Ceremony and reception private warehouse, VIC // Catering The Paella Pan // Desserts Good Karma Cafe // Decorations, lighting and prop hire Dress My Wedding // Celebrant Jess Hills // Rings Thomas Jewellers, Michael Hill and Matt Wynne.