LOVE | Elise & Michael

Bride: Elise

Groom: Michael

Wedding Date: 23 March 2019

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Photographer: Mike Hemus Photography

How did you meet?

We met around 10 years ago when I worked in nightclub management & he would often pop by some of those venues. I remember always thinking “gee that boy is a CUTIE!” & I would let him jump the line from time to time. But I was already spoken for at the time, so I didn’t think much of it other than that. Fast forward a few years & I had all but forgotten about him until one day, I was set up on a blind date with a guy - who turned out to be the him! Safe to say he was definitely still a cutie & the rest is history. 

How did he pop the big question?  

We went on a ski holiday to New Zealand. We hired a car & drove to a few hours out of Queenstown to a beautiful, super white town called Mt Cook. We decided to do a hike up one of the snow mountains & as we reached the top there was a beautiful pink & grey lake lookout. I turned away & turned back & Michael was on his knee & asked “Elise, will you marry me?”... & of course said a big “YES!” 

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Wedding Fever

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Where did your draw inspiration from?

We knew we didn’t want anything too traditional but were conflicted as we loved both the rustic, winery style weddings but equally loved a little edgier, warehouse feel as well. In the end, we knew a central location was important to us & we went with the warehouse- which we absolutely loved.

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Tell us about your wedding style?

I wanted it to feel very romantic & intimate with tones of burgundy, blush, white, gold & green. I think we must have had at least 100 assorted candles in the end with loads of greenery, so combined with the wood, brick & steel vibe - we made it feel edgy but still very warm & welcoming. 

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What was the most memorable part of your day?

Walking down the aisle to my husband & celebrating with our family & friends,who made our day complete.

What was the most challenging part of planning your wedding?

I think the big things you book early are the easiest part but it’s the little things to organise & confirm a few weeks out from the big day that can really creep up on you! That & the seating chart. If you & your fiancé can make it through negotiating a seating chart, then you can get through anything life throws at you!

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This is Their Love Story

Where did you honeymoon? 

Hawaii, US

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What does marriage mean to you? 

It’s really just marrying your best friend &being there to always cheer for them & be their sounding board. Also, laughing together always – whether it’s at each other of with each other – it doesn’t matter.

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Any advice you can give to future brides and grooms planning their wedding?

Always make sure you look after your guests - go all out of the entertainment, food & drinks (because that’s what makes a party a PARTY!) & take a few minutes out of the reception with just the two of you to take it all in - it really is the best day of your lives but it goes so fast - so enjoy it!

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Meet the Vendors

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Bridal Gown: Malachi Empire Couture

Grooms Suit: Joseph Uzumcu 

Bridesmaid dresses: Shona Joy

Groomsmen attire: Joseph Uzumcu

Ceremony Venue: The Adelaide Botanic Gardens 

Reception Venue: Plant 4 Bowden

Photographer: Mike Hemus Photography 

Videographer: Curtis Brownjohn Films

Florist: Flowers by Leiko 

Make Up Team: Loren Birt & Megan Theo

Hair Stylist: Hair by Amber

Styling & Planning: Moonstone Wedding & Events & The Adelaide Wedding Planner

Stationary: Moonstone Wedding & Events

Invitations: Personally Invited

Catering: Jessie Does Food & Salted Cafe Bar & Beans

Photobooth: Vu Phan Productions

Hire: Adelaide Wedding Hire & Olympic Party Hire

Wedding Favours: Donation to The Animal Welfare League SA

Acoustic Duo: Ben from Bypass Music & Neda from Aria Events & Styling

DJ/MC: DJ Eddy Mac – One Song Entertainment

Celebrant: Ceremonies by Camille Abbott

Bridal Robes: Le Rose & Peter Alexander 

Bride’s engagement ring: Custom made overseas in Hong Kong

Wedding rings: The Gentleman’s Smith & The Watch Doctor

Something new: Our wedding rings 

Something old: A framed photo of our grandparents to watch over us

Something borrowed: My talented friend Neda’s singing talents for the ceremony

Something blue: The groomsman’s socks 

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Thank you Sok for bringing my dream gown to life! 

You are an absolute artist & you are such a beautiful soul! I knew I was in such safe hands with you - I am still raving about you to everyone months later! 

Honestly, to all the future brides reading this please do yourself a favour & trust this talented woman. My special time designing my couture gown with Sok was the easily the most amazing part of the wedding planning! Sok’s easy going nature & incredible attention to detail made it such an easy process for me from design to final fitting.

I still feel so lucky to have the honour of owning a Malachi Empire Couture gown & I only wish I could wear my beautiful dress again! 

Thank you Sok xxx

Thank you so much for being a part of my journey as a designer! 

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