Anneliese + Keenan

After hearing about Keenan through friends at school, Anneliese connected with him on Facebook where she learned he was a musician and knew his way around an Ed Sheeran song. What came next was a game of cat-and-mouse for five years until the couple decided to catch up on a date – which Anneliese duly cancelled due to a lack of fake tan. Keenan’s persistence paid off when he arranged to come by Anneliese’s home to give her the birthday gift he had bought for her. The couple then realised there was something special happening. Five years later celebrating the fifth year in their home together, Keenan arranged a red carpet, candles and light-up letters ‘marry me’. Anneliese loved the planning process leading to their wedding day – although at times eloping seemed a less stressful option. After much deliberation the couple found the ideal vendors to help arrange proceedings and everyday Anneliese still wishes she could relive it.

Luckily the couple were able to avoid any Covid-19 disruptions to their wedding day with 84 select guests enjoying a smoothly run celebration at Jack Rabbit Vineyard. Anneliese and Keenan also managed some time alone as they were photographed against the setting sun. On reflection they believe that no amount of prior stress was going to dampen the festivities they enjoyed with family and friends and suggest to newly-engaged couples to enjoy the ride as before you know it, the day is over.

honourable mentions

Gown: Rachel Rose from And The Veil Bridesmaids gowns: Petal and Pup Shoes: Windsor Smith Hair: Hair By Lennie Haintz Makeup: Emily Mcgrath Makeup Suits: Belle & Barnett Rings: Salera’s Celebrant: Margaret Milne Ceremony: Jack Rabbit Reception: Jack Rabbit Flowers: Flowers By Night Catering: Jack Rabbit Cake: Cake By Amber Photography: Chamore Creations Car: Coastal Kombi Honeymoon: Port Douglas