Weddings

Chris & Belle’s Hinterland Wedding at Horizon

Words by Kristy Kyi / Images by Lucas & Co.
February 2, 2017

When Belle rocked up for her first day of work and locked eyes with Chris, she knew he was something special. It took her 3 months to build the courage to say hello but just 4 years later they were saying “I do” in the Byron Bay hinterland, with Lucas & Co on hand to capture it all.

Belle and Chris had decided on their wedding venue long before they were even engaged. Bell recalls, “I found Horizon online looking at beautiful houses with my sisters for weddings none of us were planning haha! I saw Horizon and knew I’d marry Chris there. I showed Chris even though we weren’t engaged and he loved it as well.”

On their second anniversary Chris treated Belle to a surprise weekend away near Byron Bay and got down on one knee. He says, “The moment was incredible, tears, laughing and she said yes. I can still picture it, that was more than a life changing moment.”

The couple enlisted the services of Byron Bay Weddings to help realise the vision they had for a relaxed but romantic celebration. Belle says, “Emily directed us to vendors who were our style and within our budget which made the whole process so enjoyable and fun. There was no stress!

Horizon Byron Bay wedding - photography by Lucas & Co

The French Petal decorated a timber arbor to frame the stunning ceremony backdrop and Belle and Chris were beyond delighted with the effect created. “It was so fitting as an addition to the Byron landscape. The white blooms mixed with green foliage was just incredible.”

modern two piece wedding dress by Karen Willis Holmes

Initially Belle wanted a fitted lace dress but once she started trying gowns on she realised how important it was to choose something that was her – “simple, classic, but different from the trends.” The Mabel two piece by Karen Willis Holmes fit the bill perfectly with its elegant, modern design. “I couldn’t wait for Chris to see me in it,” she says.

Something of a suit specialist, Chris was always going to look schmick for his big day. He chose a Wolf Kanat suit with a subtle checked design, teaming it up with Tiffany & Co cufflinks and a Hugo Boss watch.

Belle and Chris couldn’t speak more highly of their photographers, Lucas & Co. “These two are beyond a dream. I have never met a couple so lovely, passionate and friendly with what they do.”

The bride’s talented sister, Vanessa Macphail, created the stationery and signage for the day, including these typographic menus which sat atop cane charger plates and textured grey linen to create a classic meets boho look for the reception.