Viv & Cien’s Moody Garden Wedding

Words by Zoe Kirby / Images by Peppermint Photography
July 15, 2017

Employing an eco-friendly ethos, Viv and Cien’s moody garden wedding played out at Brisbane’s eclectic French restaurant, Vieille Branche. Peppermint Photography captured their sultry affair, snapping away at all the right moments; from the first kiss to getting lo-ow on the d’floor.

From the indoor ceremony at the lofty restaurant, the celebration moved to the venue’s lush garden, which was decked with vibrant wall murals, abundant potted plants and billowing greenery.

The one thing we couldn’t take our eyes off at this relaxed affair was the food! An ethically-conscious couple, Viv and Cien organised a delectable vegan/vegetarian feast by The Canape Project and fairytale-like cakes from Wild Canary – how delicious do they look? Family and friends also pitched in to the divine dessert smorgasbord, which we reckon could have come straight from the Great Hall at Hogwarts.

Environmentally-friendly practices were an important consideration for Viv and Cien’s wedding day – and we are absolutely digging the result. From seeded paper invites, to environmentally conscious dinnerware and only choosing vendors with a green-friendly ethos.

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Viv and Cien’s rings are a love story in themselves, both made from their mothers’ wedding bands by Artisans Gems and Jewels. Cien’s emerald ring was her nan’s ring, which was commissioned by her grandfather in the 50’s. Awh!
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Cien struggled to find her Catherine Deane gown in her size. Unwilling to spend anymore time bridal shopping, she tells us "I bought the size down and cut back on cheese toasties for a few weeks. Problem solved!"
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“The personality of Vieille Branche reflected everything we were after,” shared the brides, who added only a few small elements to ensure a personal touch.
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Viv’s suave suit was designed by Germanicos Bespoke Tailors. "It took me a long time to find someone in Brisbane who would tailor suits for women. I am so grateful for Germanicos. They not only were willing to do it but they made me feel so comfortable, so able to be me in the process and then produced an absolutely gorgeous outfit."
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"We are so happy we found Peppermint Photography! Amanda put in the time and effort to get to know us, what we were after and what was important for us on the day. She gave us the privacy, respect and guidance we needed and captured the day perfectly. Her images have allowed us to relive the day in all its detail. Plus we just love here style... its beautiful and unique."
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Gathering Events have some serious styling skills, prepping everything from the smorgasbord of sweet treats, to relaxed dining areas and their trademark caravan bar. The girls share, "our day reflected everything we’d hoped - Jen from Gathering Events was key to that."
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We’re digging the hanging arbour created by Wild at Heart, it was oh-so fitting of their native florals and greenery-abundant affair.
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Credits

Images Peppermint Photography | Bride's Dress Catherine Deane | Rings Artisan's Gems & Jewels | Hair Verve Hair | Makeup Elizabeth Crossley | Celebrant Cheryl Ann Steele | Flowers Wild at Heart | Catering The Canape Project | Entertainment Hailey Calvert Music | Venue Vieille Branche | Bride's Suit Germanicos Bespoke Tailors | Cake Wild Canary | Wedding Planner & Bar Gathering Events |


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