{"id":797920,"date":"2022-09-18T00:34:48","date_gmt":"2022-09-18T05:34:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=797920"},"modified":"2022-09-09T09:04:11","modified_gmt":"2022-09-09T14:04:11","slug":"cozy-yarra-valley-estate-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/cozy-yarra-valley-estate-wedding\/","title":{"rendered":"Cozy Yarra Valley Estate Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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When Hilary and David started planning their big day, they wanted to ensure their guests would have the best time ever. So the pair set out to create a memorable celebration with their <\/span>loved ones<\/span><\/a> by recreating moments from their relationship that have brought them the most joy. Set in a <\/span>picturesque countryside venue<\/span><\/a>, with stunning <\/span>floral arrangements<\/span><\/a> in a vibrant <\/span>color palette<\/span><\/a> and an elegant yet laid-back vibe—their <\/span>Yarra Valley Estate<\/span><\/a> wedding was as gorgeous as it was unique.<\/span><\/p>\n

The two tied the knot in the iconic open-air chapel with magnificent mountain views and thick bushland as a backdrop. And in a playful twist, they <\/span>played a game<\/span><\/a> of rock-paper-scissors to determine who should say their <\/span>vows<\/span><\/a> first. But the fun didn’t stop there. After the <\/span>ceremony<\/span><\/a>, they added a competitive edge to their <\/span>cocktail hour<\/span><\/a> with <\/span>lawn games<\/span><\/a>. The party continued throughout the evening at the <\/span>reception<\/span><\/a>, which featured a pallet wood wall adorned with blooms and a custom neon sign, and <\/span>fairy lights<\/span><\/a> across the ceiling. It was the perfect cozy setting for a night of <\/span>speeches<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>dancing<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>ice cream<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

From the music arranged by the groom himself to the surprise magician, the couple injected personality and thought into every aspect of their big day–making it an unforgettable experience that their loved ones will talk about for years to come. Get to know their love story up close by scrolling through these beautiful photographs captured by <\/span>Niki McCrone<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Couple:<\/em><\/span><\/h2>\n

Hilary and David<\/p>\n

The Wedding:<\/em><\/span><\/h2>\n

Yarra Valley Estate<\/span><\/a>, Dixon Street, Victoria, Australia<\/p>\n

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Their Yarra Valley Estate Wedding Ceremony Incorporated How The Couple Met<\/span><\/h2>\n

We met playing cello in an orchestra, so we had our fellow cellist friends from the orchestra play the music at the <\/span>ceremony<\/span><\/a>. Walking down to the chapel and hearing the beautiful music that played on the night we met was very special. During the ceremony, <\/span>our story was told<\/span><\/a> by friends and family who have witnessed our relationship over the years. And in true Hilary and David style, we rock-paper-scissored it for who would go first speaking their vows. The ceremony hit the sweet spot of “just long enough” without being boring and cringe-worthy. There were tears, smiles, and plenty of laughs—so wonderfully us!<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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Personalizing Their Ceremony With Music Arranged By The Groom Himself<\/span><\/h2>\n

We didn’t tell anyone who was playing the music for the <\/span>ceremony<\/span><\/a>. David’s aunt is the conductor of the orchestra. We especially wanted to surprise her and his musical family with the orchestra connection. Music for four cellos is not common, so David had to arrange all of the music himself. This secret plan went well until, three days before the wedding, one of the cellists had to bow out with <\/span>COVID<\/span><\/a>. So during a committee meeting for the orchestra, David rearranged all of the music for three cellos. The surprise came off beautifully and is now another story to add to the orchestra’s history.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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Their Yarra Valley Estate Wedding Perfectly Embodied The Couple’s Fun Personalities<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hilary’s mum posted some photos a couple of days later with the caption “A Weekend Party with Some Vows in the Middle.” It perfectly captured how we wanted our wedding to be remembered. We wanted absolute control to have our day the way we wanted. We are so proud that people are still commenting on how much fun they had and <\/span>how “us”<\/span><\/a> our wedding was. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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Surprising Their Guests With A Roving Magician<\/span><\/h2>\n

We had our friends supply <\/span>lawn games<\/span><\/a>. These were games that we played with our friends during our relationship and have great memories of. It also meant that our friends could get the party going, bringing people together. We also had a roving magician for <\/span>cocktail hour<\/span><\/a>. It was a wonderful surprise for our guests, who initially thought he was another friend until he started pulling out some incredible magic tricks! It was a great icebreaker and conversation starter for our guests during what can sometimes be a bit of a lull between the <\/span>ceremony<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>reception<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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A Custom Neon Sign Made By The Bride’s Brother<\/span><\/h2>\n

We had Hilary’s brother design a custom neon sign for the <\/span>reception<\/span><\/a> space, which was a surprise until we walked in for dinner. He did a great job designing it, taking inspiration from our engagement announcement. It was very personal.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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Recommended Reading: <\/strong>How To Honor Passed Loved Ones At A Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

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Shop Similar Custom Neon Sign: <\/strong>1. Design Your Own Neon Sign<\/a> 2.Wedding Neon Sign Custom Wall Decor<\/a>  3. Custom Made Neon Sign<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Wedding Team:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Photography – Nikki McCrone<\/a>
\nVenue – Yarra Valley Estate<\/a>
\nFloral Design – Pomp and Splendour<\/a>
\nGelato – Vanilla & Co.<\/a>
\nOfficiant – Steven Veenstra<\/a>
\nLive Music – Baker Boys Band<\/a>
\nMagician – Luke Hocking<\/a>
\nMakeup Artist + Hair Styling – Inèz<\/a>
\nWedding Dress – Rebecca Vallance<\/a>
\nBridal Accessories – Carte Blanche Bride<\/a>
\nGroom’s Apparel – Menzclub<\/a>
\nGroom’s Accessories – Otaa<\/a>
\nRings – Cushla Whiting<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Congratulations to Hilary and David on their cozy Yarra Valley Estate<\/a> wedding. And big thanks to <\/span>Niki McCrone<\/span><\/a> for perfectly capturing the couple’s fun and joyful personalities.<\/span><\/p>\n

More and more couples choose to customize their big day for an authentic wedding experience. But coming up with <\/span>unique ideas<\/span><\/a> can be a daunting task. Draw inspiration as you plan your dream day by using our <\/span>guide<\/span><\/a> on making your wedding look and feel special and one-of-a-kind. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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