reallife weddings

Luckily they decided to brave the weather conditions, otherwise they would not have been able to enjoy the surprise Same Day Edit Video that their videographer and some of Brianna’s friends from work had organised!

“This was absolutely amazing watching our day back during the night with all of our guests!” she recalls.

Their guests who travelled from as far as Mount Isa and Newcastle, and from the Gold Coast and Brisbane commented on the abundant food and beverages, and the relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere of their Preston Peak wedding.

“Preston Peak was beautiful, they just look after you!” says Brianna. “Everything is taken care of for you on the day, so there is no need to stress or keep an eye on timelines or anything.”

Brianna states that all their vendors went above and beyond for them.

“The whole experience was absolutely amazing!” she says. “We cannot recommend them all enough!”

After their wedding, Brianna and Ben spent their first night as a married couple at their home. Having purchased their home the week that they became engaged, they admit it was so nice to just go home after such a big day. They then enjoyed their honeymoon week, visiting wineries and eating amazing food at the Hunter Valley, staying at Spicers Vineyards Estate which they report was amazing!

Brianna’s wedding advice:

“Enjoy the planning process and spend time with just the two of you on the day. It was the best thing we did!”

“The most memorable thing about our day was just having everyone, family and friends who we love, in the same place at the same time, having the best time together” she says. “Oh, and marrying the man I love!”

Wedding Date: 3rd June 2022

• Number of Guests: 115 Adults

• Photographer: E.L Simpson Photography (Erin)

• Videographer: My Film (Paul)

• Gown: Jacqueline

May Brides

• Bridesmaid Dresses: Petal & Pup and Forever New

• Rings: Hogans Family Jewellers

• Accessories: Hogans Family Jewellers, Bared Footwear, Olga Berg & The Bridal Shoppe

Suits: Institchu

Peak Winery

• Hair: The Hair Artist Collective (Sarah)

• Wedding Planner: Preston Peak Winery

• Wedding Coordinator: Preston Peak Winery

Kosta Theodosis

(Ian)

• Florist: Natalie (family friend)

• Makeup: Stephanie Louise Makeup Artistry

• Wedding Hire: Poppies for Willow & Toowoomba

• Celebrant: James Mclauchlan Celebrant

• Cake: Karla (family friend)

• Groom’s Suit: Institchu • Groomsmen

White Weddings

• Theme: Classic

• Transport: My Dad & his friends’ cars

• Wedding Song: First Dance – Can’t Take my Eyes off of you (Sung by Andrzej)

• Ceremony & Reception: Preston

• Entertainment: Andrzej Fenner &

• Photobooth: In the Booth Toowoomba

• Menu: Canapes, Alternative Drop Main, Dessert Board & Supper

An anniversary picnic planned by Adam turned out to be so much more than Naina had anticipated. Adam had been secretly planning this day for some time, having bought an engagement ring months earlier, gaining permission and approval from Naina’s family, and even organising for a photographer to secretly capture the surprise proposal. And surprise it was! For Naina, it was an unexpected moment of joy when she turned to see Adam on his knee with a ring, proposing to her!

By the time they started planning for their wedding, it left them with only five months, so decisiveness was key. For Naina, choosing a wedding dress in such a short timeframe was not easy. Like most brides-to-be, she wanted her dress to be perfect. They both had an idea of what they wanted for their special day though, and once they found Bracknell Lodge, everything else started to fall into place. The venue was ideal as it provided a chapel, accommodation, a fantastic setting for photoshoot opportunities, decorations, plus use of their kitchen. This was perfect for Naina and Adam as they were keen to provide food which integrated their Indian and German cultures.