Sarah & Rohit’s Modern Wedding at Campbell Point House

Words by Hannah Pronesti / Images by Ali Bailey
July 10, 2016

Paying homage to their Indian and Italian heritage, Sarah and Rohit’s culturally rich ceremony was all about la famiglia and a fusion of traditions. Held at Campbell Point House on the Bellarine Peninsula, the day was bound to be an elegant affair and Ali Bailey’s lens paid testament.

Sporting a saree and sherwani respectively, Sarah and Rohit began the day with a traditional Hindu ceremony, combining all of the meaningful elements of an Indian wedding – throwing rice, pouring water, the knotting of the outfits and walking around a fire – “All these traditions are symbolic of joining the families and the couple for a life long journey.” Sarah explains.

Afterwards, the pair donned a traditional tux and gown for an opulent white wedding ceremony, where they swapped vows and exchanged rings. With the inclusion of binding practices from both cultures, it’s clear that this couple takes marriage seriously and their words of advice are simple: “Constantly reflect on the reason behind it all.”

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Modern Indian/Italian wedding at Campbell Point House
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With her willowy height and delicate features, Sarah was a statuesque dream in her cream and gold saree, for scene number one of the wedding ceremony.
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Ali Bailey’s moody aesthetic was ideal for shooting these sweethearts against an ominous sky, while her ability to capture emotion is evident.
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An ivory silk Sabine Valente number and Louboutins suited Sarah to a tee and despite the outfit change, this beautiful bride transitioned seamlessly into each ceremony.
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Monica Panozzo was responsible for the glowing makeup and elegant chignon up-do that took Sarah from Hindu goddess to blushing bride.
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Rohit looked just as handsome in traditional Hindu garb as he does in a tux! Australian label Calibre was responsible for his classic suit.
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Not only is Campbell Point House one of the most elegant coastal venues we’ve seen, it somehow managed to suit both ceremonies perfectly - a blank canvas for the colourful Hindu celebration and a decadent backdrop for the rest.
Modern Indian/Italian wedding at Campbell Point House

Credits

Images Ali Bailey | Bride's Dress Sabine Valente | Bride's Shoes Christian Louboutin | Bridesmaid's Dresses Elizabeth & James | Groom's Suit Calibre | Rings Sydney Jewellers | Ceremony Venue Campbell Point House | Celebrant Dr Jayant Bapat (Hindu Ceremony) | Reception Venue Campbell Point House | Flowers Flowers by Karen Rose | Catering Annie's Kitchen | Entertainment Geelong Entertainment | Hair & Makeup Monica Panozzo | Cake Meaghan Cook |


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