21 Jun Carmen + Adam
Carmen + Adam
Married on 14 March 2024
The Proposal
During a weekend escape to beautiful Margaret River, Adam completely surprised me with a magical sunset horse ride – just the two of us, with golden light stretching across the horizon. The next morning, we set out early for a peaceful walk through the Margaret River Forest, coffee in hand, soaking in the stillness of nature.
It was there, surrounded by towering trees and birdsong, that Adam proposed – in Dutch! It couldn’t have been more perfect: being asked to spend forever together while doing what we love, in one of our favourite places. We spent the rest of the day celebrating with a private winery tour, just the two of us, toasting to the future with glasses of local wine and full hearts.
Why we chose our venue
The venue is wonderfully dog-friendly, so even your furry family members can be part of the celebration. Nestled among stunning vineyards, it offers breathtaking views and the unforgettable experience of saying ‘I do’ standing between the vines. The whole place has an incredible vibe – warm, welcoming, and effortlessly stylish. Guests are looked after beautifully on the day, with everything running smoothly from start to finish.
The restaurant is full of charm and character, with so much natural atmosphere that you hardly need any extra decorations. Best of all, the venue team provides almost everything you need and supports you every step of the way, making the planning process feel easy and enjoyable.
Our style
We wanted our day to feel rustic, romantic, and most importantly, like us-and it truly did. Every detail reflected who we are, and it couldn’t have felt more perfectly our own.
Highlights of the day
We chose to do our first look at our accommodation, and it gave us the most beautiful, intimate photos and video we’ll treasure forever. During the ceremony and pre-reception, we had a live artist capturing the magic in real time, which added such a unique and romantic touch to the day. Just before we entered our reception, we shared a private moment on the lawn-our first dance, just the two of us. It was quiet, emotional, and truly one of our favourite memories from the whole day.
Fragrance
I chose Chanel Coco Mademoiselle as my perfume because it’s subtle, beautifully fragrant, and has the perfect balance of freshness and warmth. I had never worn it before, which made it feel extra special-now, every time I smell it, I’m instantly reminded of such an unforgettable day.
Advice for Future Couples
Our biggest piece of advice to couples planning their wedding is to plan it together-just the two of you. At the end of the day, it’s your celebration, your love story, and it should reflect what you both truly want. When you stay true to yourselves, you’ll look back on the day with nothing but joy and memories that feel authentically yours.
Wedding Playlist
Processional I get to love you by Ruelle
Signing Love me like you do by Matt Johnson and You’re still the one by Shania Twain
Recessional This will be (everlasting love) by Natalie Cole
Reception Entrance You’re the one I want by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John
First Dance Feels like home by Chantal Kreviazuk
Other Songs:Our flower girls and page boy walked down on A thousand years by Christina Perry.
We wanted to honour our mothers by sharing a dance with them, which we did with Dancing Queen from ABBA.
Meet the Vendors
Accommodation Losari Retreat
Venue/Caterer/Cake/Beverage Rustico at Hay Shed Hill
Celebrant Ceremonies With Love
DJ The Wedding DJ
Engagement Rings Michael Hill & Diamond Collective
Fashion:
Wedding Gown Pronovias
Groom Calibre
Florist Wild Art Floral
Hair Stylist Radiant Hair Designs
Live Music Bronte Acoustic
Makeup Lumiere Makeup Artistry
Photographer Victoria Baker Photographer
Stationery & Signage Snap Printing
Transport Chauff-Her & Gannaways Charters
Videographer Wyatt Weddings
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Have you checked out our Pinterest boards yet? Packed with the latest inspo from your favourite vendors, our boards are the perfect starting point for your wedding styling, all our pins are from local vendors, so you can take your inspiration and go right to the source! Happy planning! Love, From This Day