Elly & Navin’s Richly Hued Substation Wedding

Words by Amy Richardson / Images by Jonathan Ong
April 27, 2018

With a Nouba fave photographer, top Melbourne venue and stunning charcoal wedding dress, Navin and Elly’s big day had us hooked from first glance. Captured by the masterful lens of Jonathon Ong, this couple’s celebrations began with a vibrant Indian ceremony and continued at the dramatic setting of The Substation.

With hearts set on a blank canvas venue and a soft spot for industrial spaces, Elly and Navin simply googled ‘Melbourne warehouse space’ and quickly fell for The Substation’s exposed brick and sky-high ceilings. The couple were free to bring in their own vendors, including Dann Event Hire for bold statement furniture, and Blakes Feast who served up Melbourne quality nosh, putting a smile on the face of even the fussiest foodie.

Using foliage, smokebush and pink and black roses, flowersmith Tori Allen styled the space to create a modern and art-lead feel that worked perfectly with the gallery. Hanging floral installations made the most of the lofty height and added romance to the warehouse space.

Passing on some words of wisdom, Elly’s advice to fellow brides is tried and tested. “One of my wonderful girlfriends told me, take a couple of moments by yourselves on the day. Everything moves so fast, spend a couple of minutes together to take it in and acknowledge it all. It truly was wonderful advice.”

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Elly and Navin held a vibrant traditional Indian ceremony before taking the celebrations on to The Substation in Newport.
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Black bentwood chairs from Dann Event Hire elevated the space, bringing even more drama to the lofty industrial setting. Elly and Navin said their I do's against a botanic backdrop in muted tones by Tori Allen.
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Elly and Navin enlisted their good Friend Eloise (who has since started her own boutique baked goods business, Tallent Made) to make their gorgeous floral topped wedding cake (and a side of brownies).
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Wearing the charcoal tulle wedding dress of our dreams, Elly’s Sonia Cappellazzo gown was unconventional yet classic. She paired it perfectly with a bouquet of moody blooms by Tori Allen, featuring the most stunning black roses.
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Suited by Oscar Hunt, Navin nailed the modern classic look in a sharp black tux. Co-ordinating with his groomsmen, each of the guys wore a black Tom Ford bow tie and Harrods pocket square.
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Elly’s bridesmaids kept things modern and minimal in black separates, with skirts from Morrison and tops by Scanlan Theodore and nude Nine West heels.
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With a focus on tapping into the talent of the Melbourne wedding industry, Elly and Navin were blown away by all their vendors, particularly their photographer Jonathan Ong. His effortless style (and love for a good wedding) shine through in every snap.
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Credits

Images Jonathan Ong | Bride's Dress Cappellazzo Couture | Bride's Shoes Shoes of Prey | Bridesmaid's Dresses Morrison | Bridesmaid's Shoes Nine West | Groom's Suit Oscar Hunt Tailors | Hair Ashlea Aitken | Makeup Pamela Prokos | Celebrant Fulvio Frijo | Flowers Tori Allen | Catering Blakes Feast | Stationery/Invitations M.E Design | Venue Substation | Prop Hire Dann Event Hire | Cake Tallent Made |


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