Emma and James' Dream Wedding: A Journey to Unforgettable Elegance

Take an insider's look at how this dynamic duo flawlessly executed their big day, complete with event management strategies, AV secrets, and tips on crafting a truly unforgettable event experience!

Crafting the Perfect Day

Leveraging the expertise of owning a top-notch events company, Emma and James curated an event that was a true reflection of their love and style. The couple selected an ideal venue- a grand 40mx15m curved marquee structure (massive thanks to Prestige Wedding & Event Hire) with 36m of black draping on a beautiful property in Lambs Valley (thanks to Mr & Mrs Callaghan!) Everlong Events was a massive help with the black and gold themed styling, bringing a unique twist to the wedding. The Botanical Workshop also executed the non-traditional theme flawlessly, decorating the entire venue with red and pink florals and greenery. For signage, Love Ivory Co nailed the black and gold theme. Blueberry Events designed an awesome cake backdrop with a wall neon sign from Newy Event Collective.

Archer Hospitality nailed the out-of-the-box grazing stations, with a freshly made pasta station, a DIY taco station, and an outdoor BBQ, giving guests an extraordinary dining experience. For the alcohol, Memory Lane Wedding & Events' cocktails were a huge hit amongst guests. A special shout out also goes to Cakes by Kyla for the incredible wedding cake. Every aspect was carefully orchestrated to perfection!

The beautiful bride's hair was done by Jules Sheridan, and Lee Hanly for makeup. Custom designed rings by Cranstone Jewellery added a personalised touch.

A Showcase of AV Excellence

With AV industry secrets up their sleeves, the couple wowed their guests with special effects, a stunning 8m x 3m LED screen display, dazzling lighting, and crystal-clear sound systems. A 7.2m x 2.4m stage was used for the ceremony, and a 3.6m x 2.4m stage for the entertainment throughout the night. For pre-reception lighting, an 8m truss down the centre of the marquee included 10 StrobeXRGB and 150m of Festoon with Droppers.

For reception audio, 2x S30N Subs and 8x DVA T8 Line Array Ground Stacked systems were used, as well as a Full Backline Package and mics for the musicians. To add an extra element of wow to their reception, 2x F7 Smaze Machines, 2x Confetti Cannons, 4x Co2 RGB Cannons, and 4x SparkJetPro Machines were used. Continuing the visual experience to the outdoor area, 16x Deluge27X15 Flood Lights and 12x 10R Beams beautifully lit up the reception deck.

Captivating Entertainment

Throughout the entire day, Emma and James captivated their guests with an array of entertainment that kept everyone on their toes. Jimi Love nailed it as an easy-going celebrant, bringing out the best of both Emma and James. Jamie Lindsay opened the event with incredible ceremony music, then Elaskia and Toby Wells performed beautifully for the couple's leaving song. As musical theatre nerds, this was incorporated throughout the day's entertainment and the first dance (sung by the amazing Toni Williams & Dylan Pollard on keys, and choreographed by Emma herself!). To add a special touch, JC's original The House Band members played, including Andrew Renfrew, Daniel Friend, Olivia Friend, and James on the drums! Jamie Lindsay and ASHA brought their incredible talent for the reception. And a dear friend, Chris King, was the perfect MC! The couple's thoughtful curation of entertainment truly set their wedding apart as a celebration to remember.

Tips for Planning a Spectacular Event

• Start Early: Begin planning well in advance to ensure a stress-free experience.

• If Using a Marquee, Have a Floor: Ensure your budget includes flooring as a wet, muddy ground can break your event.

• Work with Trusted Suppliers: Have an event planner and on-the-day coordinator to bring your vision to life seamlessly. Try to use suppliers that you love or know so that you can sit back and enjoy the event.

• Have a Wet Weather Backup Plan: Having a plan for all possible scenarios ensures your event still turns out amazing, regardless of the weather.

Thank you to Kendell Tyne Photography for the stunning photographs and Colony Creative for capturing the vows and incredible videography throughout the night.