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The Real Wedding Of Alice & Gus – Berwick, Vic

A couple posing in front of a lake.
A couple posing in front of a lake.

Alice was never one of those girls who sat around dreaming about her wedding day. She didn’t have a pinterest board, or a clear vision of what she wanted – that is until Gus proposed.

So excited at the prospect of spending the rest of her life with her person, it also meant that more than a few decisions needed to be made about how their special day would play out. The enchanting gardens of Merribee House was the first item ticked off the list. An easy choice, as Tom grew up on the south coast of New South Wales, it already felt like a very special place to them both. On a chilly May evening, the gardens glowed with the warmth of the love from the people Alice and Gust love the most.

What resulted after a lot of thoughtful planning, was an incredibly heartfelt, whimsical – and above all, fun – wedding day with a hundred highlights, a thousand laughs and a million memories no one lucky enough to attend is likely to forget.

Wedding shoes, pearl necklace, and wedding ring on a wedding invitation.
A woman putting a necklace on the bride.
A white wedding dress hanging in a room with closed shutters.

THE PROPOSAL //

On Sorrento front beach, written in the sand, our young french bulldog pup in my hands and sun was setting. It was perfect

A bride and her parents standing in front of a window, ready for the wedding ceremony.
A woman and a little girl wearing a white gown.
A bride in a white dress and cowboy boots.
A man in a tuxedo standing in front of a fireplace, looking elegant and sophisticated.
Groomsmen riding scooters.

The Most Memorable Moment //

I arrived via a helicopter (my friend was the pilot), the best part was flying low over our guests and seeing my husband standing waiting. It was such an adrenaline rush! My husband and guests all say it was their highlight too!
 
Colorful flowers in a glass vase.
A wedding party in a garden, with guests celebrating the special occasion surrounded by beautiful flowers and greenery.
A bride getting out of a helicopter.
A wedding party in a garden, with guests celebrating the special occasion surrounded by beautiful flowers and greenery.

THE VISION //

To pay homage to my parents amazing property. To let the surroundings be the feature. To have a party and have a night we and our guests will never forget.

Bride and groom posing with their French bulldogs on their special day.
Bride and groom kissing.
Bride and groom looking at each other lovingly.

YOUR DAY IN YOUR WORDS //

The most perfect day, perfect weather, incredible vendors, amazing guests and an absolute party!

A wedding party walking together.
A wedding party smiling for a photo in front of a beautiful garden.

THE ADVICE THEY’D GIVE TO ANOTHER COUPLE //

Soak in every moment. Take time to sit with your partner at your reception and look around and all your favourite people enjoying themselves and celebrating your love.
 
A wedding reception with white and pink flowers, creating a romantic and elegant atmosphere.
Newly weds cutting their wedding cake.
A wedding party sitting at a long table adorned with flowers.
Bride and grooms wedding guests.

THE DRESS //

Mariana Hardwick

THE VENUE //

My Parents Incredible private property in Berwick (Vic)

A bride and groom happily dancing together at their wedding reception.
A man and a woman giving a speech.
Wedding guests clapping at a reception.
A bride and groom happily dance at their outdoor wedding reception under twinkling lights.
A man in a tuxedo lifted by friends.
Two women and a man in a tuxedo smiling for a photo.

THE CREDITS //

Photographer // Kas Richards

Videographer // Moon and Back Co

Flowers // Prunella

Catering // Blake’s Feast

Stylist // Laura Harvey – weddings of desire

Hair // Shara Roberts – @sharahairandmakeup

Make Up // Natalie Gauci Make-up

Invitations // Adele – @blushandbrows

Suits // Mj Bale

A bride and groom walk down the aisle, surrounded by falling confetti.

BY OLIVIA MACKINNON

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EDITOR OF ONE FINE DAY

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