Planning a wedding from Hong Kong would have its own set of challenges, so Chris and Shelley needed a bit of help from someone on the ground to plan an unbelievably spectacular event from start to finish. And so it began.
It was ridiculously easy to see from our first meeting, how much Chris truly adored his beautiful fiance Shelley. It was clear that this wedding not only needed to look amazing in every way, it needed to be deeply meaningful as well. And of course, there were a few surprises that they had for each other which meant some top secret planning too.
This would turn out to be far from a wedding day. It would be a festival. With guests travelling from near and far, the Hunter Valley was a place where friends and family could gather, and celebrate over a few days – some with a little bit of a hangover.
The main event, Circa 1876 in Polkobin was the perfect place. With accommodation at The Convent, gorgeous grounds for photography, a purpose built landscaping for the ceremony, and then there’s the food – oh the food!
Of course when it comes to relying on the weather, it can always be a bit risky. As it turned out, it wouldn’t be the rain that we had to worry about at Circa 1876, but smoke from the start of an insane bush fire season. But come wedding day, we were so lucky on the weather front, and things just came together in an ever so romantic fashion. From the flowers, to the outdoor pre-function service courtesy of one fabulous air-stream. My favourite touch were the personalised liqueur favours which were sourced from Melbourne, and the chocolates from Hong Kong. Those had their own story! Just an incredibly fun and sunshine day for two rock stars. Shelley and Chris, what a smitten couple you are. Never a dull moment of planning, and I’m so glad you all had so much fun on the day!
Vendor Cred To
Wedding Planning & Coordination Girl Friday Weddings
Ceremony & Reception Circa 1876
Celebrant Kathryn Breusch
Photography MM Photos
Videography Marry Me Movies
Hair The Firm (Hong Kong)
Make Up Sheree Willett
Floral Peonies Boutique Weddings
Wedding Invitation D&D Letterpress
Cake Michelle The Cake Chef
Band The Usual Suspects
Fireworks Ka-Boom
Beverage Catering Air Stream Social
The Convent, Hunter Valley. Image MM Photos
This way to The Convent, Hunter Valley. Image MM Photos
Shelley style. Image MM Photos
Bling. Image MM Photos
Letterpress loveliness. Image MM Photos
This bouquet, soft and romantic. Image MM Photos
All out with these cuff links. Image MM Photos
Putting pen to paper. Image MM Photos
Buttonholes for the boys. MM Photos
So spectacular, you only need one. Image MM Photos
A few touches on the chairs. Image MM Photos
Airstream bar service. The ultimate touch. Image MM Photos
Stunning. Image MM Photos
Just a short little journey. Image MM Photos
Welcome to our Wedding. Image MM Photos
Ready? Image MM Photos
Making it official. Image MM Photos
A keepsake of this moment in time. Image MM Photos
A wedding duo for Shelley and Chris’ ceremony. Image MM Photos
Yes! Image MM Photos
Through the trees at 1876. Image MM Photos
A quiet moment. Image MM Photos
A few mohitos to start. Image MM Photos
Something to start. Image MM Photos
Welcome to Circa 1876. Image MM Photos
Circa 1876, Hunter Valley. Image MM Photos
Reception room all set at Circa 1876 Hunter Valley. Image MM Photos
A little gift for the guests. Image MM Photos
Truly inspired by the vineyards. Image MM Photos
I love a bit of Queen Anne’s lace. Image MM Photos
So many details. Image MM Photos
Tables all set, just awaiting a few hungry guests. Image MM Photos
The mantle at Circa 1876. Image MM Photos.
Wedding favours, coco pine pear liqueurs. Image MM Photos
Love and marriage. Image MM Photos
Mr and Mrs. Image MM Photos
The Champagne Lounge Circa 1876. Image MM Photos
You may be seated. Image MM Photos
Taking a stroll down from The Convent. Image MM Photos
Flowers fit for the mantle. Image MM Photos
When an impressive meal requires and impressive menu. Image MM Photos
Roasted calamari and chorizo sausage, chillies, mint, basil and coriander. Image MM Photos
The Usual Suspects doing their thing. Image MM Photos
Then there were fireworks. Image MM Photos
Stealing a quick moment before the night comes to an end. Image MM Photos
