Savannah & Dominic’s Chic Toowoomba Wedding with Stunning DIY Details

Toowoomba lovers, Savannah and Dominic, started planning their wedding with rolling hills and a floral extravaganza in mind. But the couple say that idea came crashing down when they crunched the numbers and realised just how expensive weddings can be! Married on a moody Autumn day at Downlands College, Sav and Dom opted for a more humble budget and some seriously impressive DIY, captured by the one and only Damien Milan.

Although Sav describes their day as a ‘big old DIY job’, their chic and classic affair was a far cry from the homespun look. The drizzly weather provided the perfect moody backdrop for the couple’s ceremony at Downlands College, complete with handmade floral arbour in a classic green and white palette. The impressive floral DIY continued with cascading bouquets of orchids, foliage and perfect roses, which Sav crafted with help from her bridesmaids. Surrounded by family and friends, Sav and Dom created a laughter-filled ceremony, with the help of celebrant Caitlin Healy.

Downlands’ Tutor Hall carried the moody vibe into the reception, with wooden window fittings and stained-glass lanterns creating a cozy refuge from the cold night outside. Su Dunston served an alternate drop entree, followed by a lamb shank main, and a cheese grazing table from Say Cheese. Then the guests devoured stylish and delicious homemade wedding cake, made by Sav’s Maid of Honour.

Finally, we can’t help but mention the tribe’s threads! Sticking to the classic contrasting palette, Sav’s girlfriends wore white Shona Joy dresses and some super cut (and budget-friendly) earrings. As for the boys, they stuck to the time-honoured black suit from MJ Bale. But our favourite detail has to be Sav’s red lip with her Georgia Young Couture dress, truly translating that pop of colour from their styling to the monochrome details.

modern structural wedding dress with off-shoulder detail DIY green and white bridal bouquet modern structural wedding dress with off-shoulder detail
Savannah’s dress was a bit of a last minute affair, but thanks the ladies at Sphere Collective, she found the most incredible gown by Georgia Young Couture. Loose locks by Cropt in Toowoomba and classic makeup by Kylie Nolan completed her flawless bridal look.
Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba DIY green and white bridal bouquet
We're beyond impressed with Savannah's floristry skills! We'd never have picked that this wedding was a DIY job – just look at her stunning bridal bouquet! The bride did admit that she might have bitten off more than she could chew, staying up very late the night before the wedding to get everything done.
Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba
Before Sav and Dom’s big day, Dom had never attended a wedding, so they were a little nervous going into the ceremony, but Celebrant Caitlin Healy quickly put them at ease. "She took the time to do a 10-take rehearsal and nut it all out for us…we laughed constantly during our ceremony and it didn’t feel stuffy or boring! The BEST celebrant!"
modern and simple all-white bridesmaids Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba modern structural wedding dress with off-shoulder detail modern and simple all-white bridesmaids white DIY bridesmaids bouquets modern structural wedding dress with off-shoulder detail moody classic wedding, Toowoomba / photography by Damien Milan moody classic wedding, Toowoomba / photography by Damien Milan
We couldn’t imagine a more fitting photographer than Damien Milan to capture this moody, classic wedding, and needless to say, Savannah & Dominic felt the same. “Our photographer and his beautiful, now wife, were amazing,” they share.
Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Love you long time neon sign Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba
Downlands College had been significant to Dom’s family for years, so it was a perfect fit for the couple to tie the knot in its beautiful grounds. “Dom and all his brothers and sisters, along with our daughter, were baptised there,” Sav explains. “Both Dom’s parents are still teachers at the school and his whole family attended!” Talk about a family heritage!
moody classic wedding, Toowoomba / photography by Damien Milan moody classic wedding, Toowoomba / photography by Damien Milan moody classic wedding, Toowoomba / photography by Damien Milan Classic DIY wedding at Downlands College, Toowoomba Love you long time neon sign

Credits

Images Damien Milan Photography | Bride's Dress Georgia Young Couture | Bride's Shoes Jo Mercer | Bridesmaid's Dresses Shona Joy | Groom's Suit MJ Bale | Rings Hogans Family Jewellers | Hair Cropt | Makeup Kylie Nolan | Celebrant Caitlin Healy | Entertainment Kent Tonscheck | Venue Downlands College | Furniture Hire Hampton Event Hire | Dancefloor lighting Impact Lighting Co | Grazing Table Say Cheese |


Leave a Reply

Stay in the loop!