Micro wedding at Lagoon View Nursery, Redland Bay

22 years after they first met, Clair and Darren decided to marry in a micro wedding at Lagoon View Nursery, Redland Bay.

 Clair walked into the ceremony on the arm of her dad, looking relaxed in a boho white gown from her favourite shop, Tree of Life. She carried a bouquet made for her by her very good friend, Karen.

 

Darren, a quietly spoken gentleman, looked every bit the smitten groom in a smart navy suit with a burgundy tie and pocket square. He personalised his outfit by adding the pin of his favourite football club.

 

After a sweet ceremony, the couple’s friends snapped some pretty pictures around the beautifully landscaped gardens at the nursery.

 

Venue: Lagoon View Nursery, Redland Bay

Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry

Dress: Tree of Life

Winter Wedding at Redland Bay Golf Club

Storm and Pierre first met at high school, where Pierre was the pesky twin brother of Storm's best friend, Clarisse.

For their five year anniversary, Storm and Pierre planned a three week road trip to Cairns. On their first stop, on a beautiful beach at Elliott Heads near Bundaberg, Pierre proposed. And Storm excitedly accepted. They set about planning their wedding day.

The couple chose a cocktail style function at Redland Bay Golf Club for their casual celebrations. They loved that the ceremony and reception could be held at the one convenient location.

Pierre and his groomsmen made a grand entrance to the venue in a Classic Mini, which the guests enjoyed. Then Storm walked down the aisle with her dad, preceded by her bridesmaids. After so much build up and planning, she was serene and beautiful in a white lace dress with a fitted plunge bodice.

Their ceremony, which we crafted with a little back and forth, was just the right mix of sweet and sass. The couple wrote beautiful vows to each other, which they read from little vow books. As they walked back down the aisle, under a shower of confetti from confetti canons, Pierre dipped Storm for a kiss, resulting in this epic photo.

After the ceremony and some family snaps, the wedding party took off around the golf course with their photographer for some timeless pics.

The couple then joined their guests on the deck of the clubhouse to enjoy the afternoon winter sunshine with canapes, drinks, and music.

Venue: Redland Bay Weddings

Photo: Aligned Wedding Photo & Video

Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant

DJ: Mr Entertainment Weddings & Events

Cake: Cakes by Simone

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Wedding at Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Island

 On the 12 year anniversary of Riley asking Amy to be his girlfriend, the couple married in a beautiful and intimate ceremony at North Stradbroke Island.

The couple incorporated their wedding day into a weekend getaway, and booked accommodation at Point Lookout. They asked the team at Elope Brisbane to take care of their wedding details, so they could just enjoy each day of being an engaged couple.

Amy and Riley chose hot pink and forest green as their wedding colours, and selected a bamboo arbour with matching florals and dual draping. Amy coloured her long locks a vibrant magenta colour, and donned a hunter green faux fur wrap as the afternoon cooled. Riley wore a sage green jacket with light trousers.

Despite the gorgeous couple and the stunning coastal location, all eyes were on the ringbearer, Border Collie Memphis, who was perfectly behaved and just adorable.

Amy and Riley spent some time crafting their vows to each other, with Amy promising to let Riley handle the spiders in their future life together. Riley told Amy he would walk beside her until they are old and grey, unless he could convince her to also colour his hair, when he would walk beside her until they are old and magenta.

After the sweetest ceremony, the couple took advantage of the epic Stradbroke Island landscapes for some timeless photos, before heading back to their holiday home for a catered feast.

Amy wrote a beautiful review, "We had the absolute pleasure of working with Cheryl as our celebrant for our wedding, and we couldn't be more grateful for her guidance and warmth throughout the entire process.

Our journey with Cheryl began in December 2023. From the moment we met her, she took the time to explain all our obligations and asked insightful questions to truly understand who we are as a couple. Her genuine interest in our story made us feel instantly comfortable and confident in her ability to craft a ceremony that reflected us perfectly.

In the lead-up to our big day, Cheryl was always available to assist with writing our wedding vows and tying up any loose ends. Her support and encouragement made the entire process smooth and stress-free.

The day itself was nothing short of perfect. Cheryl wrote a beautiful ceremony that captured our love and commitment in the most heartfelt way. Her presence was calming and reassuring, and she guided us through the ceremony with grace and ease.

Thanks to Cheryl, our wedding was everything we had hoped for and more. Her dedication, warmth, and professionalism made our day unforgettable. We highly recommend Cheryl to anyone looking for a celebrant who will make your special day truly magical.

Thank you, Cheryl, for helping us tie the knot in such a beautiful and effortless way!"

Coordination: Elope Brisbane/ Elope Stradbroke

Photographer: Romana Saeheng Photography and Graphic Design

Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant

Attire: When Freddie met Lilly

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Elopement at City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane

Elopement at City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane

Karlee and Tristan wanted their marriage ceremony to be just about the two of them, so they planned an intimate elopement with just two special witnesses in the City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane.

The couple chose a timber arbour with double draping in white and burgundy, adorned with proteas. This was set up in front of the fountain by Miss Weddings. The proteas matched the bouquet which was beautifully arranged by Capalaba Carnations, who also created a simple bouttoniere for groom, Tristan.

Tristan arrived at the ceremony space with his best man/witness, and they both looked dapper in suits and shiny shoes. Tristan also brought along Karlee’s favourite scented candle from Glasshouse candles, and the delicious scent wafted through the ceremony area. Tristan and Jordan waited eagerly at the arbour for the bride to arrive.

Karlee and her maid of honour/witness, Morgane, were dropped at Government house and made their way down the stairs into the Botanic Gardens. Morgane wore a slinky navy dress, matching with best man, Jordan’s, navy suit. Karlee looked absolutely striking, wearing a midi length fit and flare Aje dress with pearl adornments. Her short, dark hair was curled in a cute Parisian bob, and her lips were painted crimson red. A white veil topped off her very chic look.

Their ceremony celebrated the couple’s story and life together so far, and the couple made their own tender vows to each other, before topping their ceremony off with an enthusiastic kiss.

After some photos around the gardens, the couple were joined by their clans for some family portraits. They later celebrated with a pint or two at Felons Brewing, at Howard Smith Wharves.

Ceremony location: City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane

Coordination: Elope Brisbane

Photographer: Romana Saeheng Photography and Graphic Design

Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant

Styling: Miss Weddings

Flowers: Capalaba Carnations

Bride’s Dress: Aje

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Morning Micro wedding at Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

 

Both recent arrivals in Brisbane, Emily and Cameron first met on a night out in the city in November, 2020.

Coincidentally, they also bumped into each other the following weekend on a night out, and started chatting. They exchanged contact details, and messaged each other throughout the week.

Excited to celebrate their engagement, the couple organised a huge shindig for family and friends from near and far. They decided that they wanted to do just the opposite for their wedding, and pictured a quiet, intimate and simple elopement, with the focus on fulfilling their own vision.

They contacted the team at Elope Brisbane to coordinate their micro wedding, and set about buying outfits and wedding rings.

The couple invited only 8 of their closest family and friends, people who would accept their vision for their day without imposing their own agendas on the couple. 

Emily was up early for hair and makeup, and donned a simple cream, linen knee length dress. Cameron was super dapper in a beige linen suit with a bow tie.

 

On a crisp and clear winter morning, the couple met their guests, celebrant and photographer at the gates of the Botanic Gardens just as it opened at 8am, and together, made their way through the gardens to the sound of bird song (and leaf blowers) before any of the crowds arrived.

 The couple managed to keep their emotions in check as I told their story and led them through the legal wedding vows, but the tears flowed as they made their personal vows to each other. Their vows, of course, made mention of their precious Dachshund, Koda, with Cameron promising to provide cappuccinos and puppucinos for ever and after.

 After the short and sweet wedding ceremony, photographer, Romana captured some cute snaps of the couple around the various backdrops of the Botanic Gardens, including the iconic dome.

 

Afterwards, the couple were so pleased with their decision to just elope so simply.

 

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Ceremony location: Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

Coordination: @elope Brisbane

Photographer: @romana Saeheng

Celebrant: @cheryl landsberry

 

 

Elopement at City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane

Linda and Beau wanted their elopement to be easy and stress-free, so they contacated the team at Elope Brisbane to organise a glitzy city elopement.

The couple and their witnesses booked accommodation at the beautiful Stamford Plaza Hotel, overlooking the Brisbane River.

Linda and her bridesmaid/witness/sister-in-law were glammed up by Hollywood brides. Linda had her hair curled and make up applied, and donned a sparkly black strapless dress with black heels.

Beau and his best man/witness/brother-in-law stepped out in smart suits.

The group took a stroll into the City Botanic Gardens next door to the Stamford Plaza Hotel, and met up with their photographer, Romana, and myself as celebrant.

After a delightfully relaxed and intimate ceremony, the couple celebrated their elopement with smiles and kisses.

The couple and their witnesses captured some gorgeous photos around the Botanic Gardens, before heading into the city for drinks and dinner to celebrate.

Coordination: Elope Brisbane

Photographer: Romana Saeheng Photography and Graphic Design

Hair and Make up: Hollywood Brides

Accommodation: Stamford Plaza Hotel

Dinner: Mr Percival's

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