Carolyn & Andrew’s Modern Dockside Wedding

Words by Hannah Pronesti / Images by Willow & Co
May 11, 2016

Classic romance is a generally fail-safe and Andrew nailed it when he proposed to Carolyn in their petal strewn, candle-lit Balinese villa. The pair met through a mutual friend and were head-over-heels from the very start – still are, judging by Willow & Co’s stunning snaps!

Having seen them in action at her sister’s wedding, Carolyn couldn’t wait to lock in the Sydney photography duo. “We loved working with Willow & Co,” she tells us. “Grace and Tim shot my sister’s wedding and were such great fun to work with, we booked them when we got engaged.”

This pair have us falling for the church wedding all over again. The ceremony was held at Holy Name of Mary Church in Hunters Hill and it was not only beautiful, but big enough to house Andrew’s entire Italian family! Flower decked pews and a floral entrance arch courtesy of Florals by Silva added a fresh twist to this traditional do.

Deciding against their original plans for a destination wedding, waterfront views of Cockle Bay was the next best thing. Post-ceremony these newlyweds partied on with their guests in the Terrace Room at L’Aqua, finishing the night with fireworks over Darling Harbour.

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We can’t get enough of Carolyn's custom made Prea James Couture gown. Inspired by a Reem Acra design and further customised with a little cropping and some skin-baring cutouts, it made for one helluva knockout dress!
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Carolyn's girls looked gorgeous in blush Zimmermann dresses, all altered differently to suit each bridesmaid individually.
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Florals by Silva put on a stunning flora display; a modern mix of vibrant green foliage and lush white blooms.
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The Terrace Room at L’Aqua certainly delivered on the feast front – “The food was delicious!” Carolyn tells us. “Canapés to start, antipasti and ravioli, lamb and beef dishes for mains and banana and caramel pudding and lemon parfait for dessert with cake.”
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Credits

Images Willow & Co | Bride's Dress Prea James Couture | Bride's Shoes Stuart Weitzman | Bridesmaid's Dresses Zimmermann | Groom's Suit Saba | Makeup Make-Up Mode | Ceremony Venue Holy Name of Mary Church, Hunters Hill | Reception Venue L'Aqua | Flowers The Grounds Florals by Silva | Cake All Things Sweet by Carissa | Grooms Bowtie OTAA | Grooms Shirt Hugh & Crye | Photo Booth Amusing FotoBooths | Calligrapher Loopty Loo Letters |


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