Oh how I loved getting to know Jess and Chris in the lead up to their special day. Bright and bubbly Jess glowed with excitement as she told me about all the little details and the amazing Brisbane wedding vendors she had chosen to bring her beautiful boho wedding to life.
The couple opted to have their ceremony and reception at a former restored church venue in Fortitude Valley.
As with all ceremonies we always like to get the guests pumped during the pre-wedding announcements. As well as this being an opportunity to share valuable information, this also really sets the tone for a really enjoyable ceremony.
The brief was for a ceremony that was just the right balance of being deeply heartfelt with some light-hearted giggles and a few belly laughs – perfectly reflecting them as a couple.
From the moment Jess arrived and began her walk down the aisle with her lovely Mama, groom Chris could barely hold back the tears. He knew this was going to be emotional for him, so he took in the moment not taking his eyes of his wife to be.
The couple opted for a bohemian style ceremony arbour backdrop and Kate Dawes Flower Design was tasked with recreating an image Jess had stumbled across, resulting in this fresh greenery arbour – a details that felt so fitting for this couple and their love of plants.
I shared their love story together, from the day Jess and Chris first met, when Chris was instantly attracted to Jess, however being the social butterfly she is, he couldn’t seem to get her attention, so he came up with a plan to win her attention by showing her his most attractive attribute – a photo of his dog Parker.
Needless to say, Parker’s cuteness won her over and the rest is history, so it was only fitting for Parker to make a surprise appearance at their wedding mid ceremony, dressed in his own little tux to deliver their rings!
Sweet little Parker had no qualms with making the most of his moment in the spotlight. To everyone’s amusement, taking his time, he paused to individually sniff each aisle seated guest on every single row as he gradually made his way down the aisle to his doting parents.
After the couple exchanged the thoughtfully written vows they had separately written, I ensured I was well out of shot – as no one needs a photo bombing Celebrant in these gorg pics right?
Then I introduced them as husband and wife, and they shared a kiss to the roaring cheers and applause of their guests.
The happy newlyweds could barely contain their happiness as they signed their marriage certificates, and I couldn’t be more excited for them either!
After they made their way down the aisle together as husband and wife they paused for the traditional quick shot outside the chapel doors, before making their way to the nearby Brisbane Powerhouse for location wedding photos, while their guests enjoyed refreshing drinks and nibbles on the terrace.
Just when I thought this day couldn’t get any more stunning, the couple and their wedding party squad returned to the venue, where the room had been reconfigured for their reception, and the bride surprised everyone with an outfit change, for their first dance as husband and wife.
Congratulations and thank you for choosing me to be your Celebrant for your very special day.
A very special mention to the very talented Levi of Beaux Art Co who captured this day so perfectly while instantly fitting in like an old of friend to all the vendors.
If you enjoyed hearing about this beautiful boho wedding and are looking for a Celebrant for your special day, I would love to hear from you.
Contact me now to confirm availability and let’s start planning your special day.
Cara Hodge – Brisbane City Celebrants