A romantic italian summer wedding
As featured in Hello May
COUPLE: CHELSEA AND GABRIEL
CEREMONY: Xavier college chapel
RECEPTION: RIPPONLEA ESTATE
Chelsea and Gabriel's wedding was a dream to shoot! They were married in Melbourne, VIC this February at Xavier College Chapel followed by a reception at Ripponlea Estate. The inspiration behind their wedding was late summer Italian wedding. Romantic, dreamy - pastel florals and summer fruits with a hint of British colonial charm. It was perfection!
Check out Chelsea’s top tips on planning your special day below.
WHEN AND WHERE DID YOU GET ENGAGED?
Gabriel surprised me with a trip to a log cabin in Healesville for our 10-year anniversary. We were to be in Italy, however, it was 2020, so not a possibility at that time. We arrived at a verandah full of native florals he had organised (I still had no idea what was happening) and then proposed! I was in major shock
WHAT'S THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THE STYLE OF YOUR WEDDING?
Late summer Italian wedding. Romantic, dreamy - pastel florals and summer fruits with a hint of British colonial charm
DESCRIBE YOUR GOWN
I had my gown made by Cappelazzo Couture, she has a dramatic yet romantic aesthetic.
ADVICE FOR OTHER COUPLES
Have a big picture dream and try not to deviate too far from this.
Choose vendors you love and trust. If a vendor isn’t perfect - don’t settle and keep looking, there will be another!
If DIY'ing anything, give yourself plenty of time
Planning may be stressful, but try to enjoy the journey
Vendor List:
Photography: Lei Lei Clavey
Venue: Rippon Lea Estate
Florist: Tremella Botanicals
Videographer: Artistic Films
Dress Designer: Cappellazzo Couture
Suit Designer: Carl Nave
Makeup Artist: Tonic Agency
Hair Stylist: Ella’s Bridal Hair
Live Music: The Shuffle Club
Cake Maker: Torte by Mirjana
Stationary - Invitations - Edith Rose