Sarah and Alan’s Barefoot Micro Wedding on North Stradbroke Island

 This micro wedding had it all – blue skies and winter sunshine, a breathtaking location, an adventurous couple, and two special friends to witness the moment. Sarah and Alan’s micro wedding on North Stradbroke Island was relaxed, romantic, and a day they will forever treasure.

Their ceremony took place at Adder Rock, overlooking the sweep of Home Beach. With the ocean stretching out behind them, the couple stood barefoot on the rock and exchanged their vows in true Straddie style.

Alan absolutely went all out for the occasion—even ironing his crisp white shirt before pairing it with dusty blue shorts. It was the perfect mix of polished and coastal-casual. Sarah looked effortlessly elegant in a fitted white maxi dress, her hair tied up and finished with a dusty blue rose. Her bouquet brought the palette together beautifully, with soft whites and dusty blue tones that suited the beach setting perfectly.

As if the location wasn’t magical enough, Straddie put on a show. We spotted whales not far from shore, and even saw kangaroos feeding as the afternoon cooled. North Stradbroke Island has a way of making moments feel bigger and wilder, while still keeping everything beautifully calm and grounded.

After the ceremony, Sarah and Alan headed down to the water for newlywed portraits, laughing and frolicking in the waves. It was playful, joyful and perfectly suited to a couple who had chosen to celebrate their wedding day barefoot by the sea. The portraits felt less like posing and more like the two of them simply soaking up the moment together.

And of course, no Straddie adventure would be complete without the journey. We travelled to North Stradbroke Island in Busta, the orange Kombi van, which added one more burst of colour and character to an already unforgettable day. Sarah and Alan’s wedding was proof that a celebration doesn’t need to be big to be extraordinary—it just needs to feel true to the couple.

Coordination: Elope Brisbane

Photography: #Romana Saeheng

Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant

Transport: Kandid Kombi

Wedding at Amity Point, North Stradbroke Island - An intimate celebration surrounded by family and nature.

 The Elope Stradbroke team headed across the bay for an afternoon at our local island paradise, the sun casting a golden glow, with a gentle breeze across the sparkling ocean.

Lizzy and Pete booked a beachside holiday cottage for themselves and their two small boys, inviting just their parents for a chilled and intimate wedding. The cottage, tucked away among palms and just steps from the water, became the heart of the preparations. Inside, Lizzy, her mum, and her mother-in-law were glammed up while the dads took charge of the kids on the lawn.

With the sun shining overhead, the Elope Stradbroke team got to work setting up a bamboo arbour under a shady palm. White florals were woven throughout, adding a fresh and classic touch to the scene. Lizzy’s bouquet echoed the theme—simple, and elegant.

The ceremony itself was a picture of warmth and simplicity. Lizzy walked down the lawn hand-in-hand with her dad, the soft grass beneath her feet. She wore a simple white fitted dress, which hugged her petite figure. Pete wore a classic light linen suit.

The vows were heartfelt but uncomplicated—just like the couple themselves. As the rings were exchanged, the boys excitedly blew bubbles, their laughter mingling with the sound of the waves.

After the “I dos”, the family enjoyed a photo shoot amongst the driftwood on the beach. But the adventure didn’t end there. After spotting a koala joey in a nearby gum tree, the couple headed to Point Lookout for a photo shoot against the spectacular ocean backdrop, celebrating with a mob of kangaroos lounging in the late afternoon sun. It was a perfect blend of celebration and nature, making the day even more memorable.

Looking back, the wedding at Amity Point was everything a chilled, intimate celebration should be. It was about family, love, and the island’s gentle beauty—no fuss or fanfare, just the kind of warmth you want to bottle up and keep forever.

Contact the Elope Stradbroke team for your dream island wedding.

Coordination: @Elope Stradbroke, Elope Brisbane

Photos: Romana Saeheng

Stradbroke Island Celebrant: Cheryl Landsberry - Marriage Celebrant

Cake: Cakes by Simone

HMUA: @Bohemian island collective

Flowers: @Capalaba Carnations