Are you dreaming of eloping? Have you considered Australia? This inspiration will definitely plant a seed, it's even making us considering renewing our vows and escaping down under - when safe and appropriate obvs! 

The shoot was planned to heavily feature the Jacarandas that line the driveway of the Venue   Branell Homestead - but unfortunately 2 significant hail storms went through the week prior and striped the trees. The team have paid tribute to the Jacaranda with a variety of purple tones from pastel through too deeper wine colours in every element, to be completely surrounded by blooms (even the chandelier!).


This elopement is a nod to all the couples who married through the early stages of restrictions when numbers in Australia were limited to 5. There are little moments of celebration that would not have been possible in a full wedding celebrationlike popping that bubbly in a private setting! Our couple spent the entire day together, eating cake, sipping champagne and having a deconstructed pavlova to themselves Delish!


With small numbers it allows you to wriggle the budget a little, to spoil or splurge on those things you might not have been able to before. Nadja of Le Sans Souci created a floral oasis she elegantly styled the afternoon tea reception as well, antique and unique pieces were included - blooming luxury! The sweet treats and cakes were the work of Katrina from Cake House. Love is sweet, and on this day, it certainly was! The groom loves pavlova and the bride was there for the cake!


Katrina created the sweet moments around their favourites, an elopement meant they had all the time in the world to sit down and enjoy them. Rachael Davies Celebrant  conducted the ceremony including moments of reflections written by the couple. Very few tears but so many smiles and laughs as they recounted special moments that led them to this day. There were elements which were hand crafted and created, the bridal gown by Sew Master Fashions  was made specially for the bride with her vision in mind. The earrings were hand crafted by Bronte LVH Art & Design, intricate details echoing our purple vibe. The delicate stationery was hand painted and designed by Paperhands.


Our groom attire by Wil Valor was impeccable. A full suit with vest and bow tie are very on trend at the moment, a wedding is a formal occasion why not look your best?!


They are also great ways to include pops of colour or a unique design fabric. The unique approach continued to hair and makeup, Tyneale Hahn Makeup Artist  added pearl details as a romantic touch and reflected the colour palette with soft lavenders and plum tones for the eyes. The delicate balance of a natural makeup yet detailed, to let the you shine through! Emily of Poppy and Sage Photography captured every moment and detail of the day, even the surprise ones! (Like the butterfly that landed on the couple during the portraits!) She creatively captured the day the candid moments are always the most treasured.


Our bride (Emma) and groom (Dylan) muse were perfect. Emma was effortlessly beautiful, a dream to look after and Dylan, dapper and handsome. All would not have been possible without our little slice of paradise in Branell Homestead. Situated in the back of Laidley, close enough to town but still far enough away. Far enough to be lost in the countryside and landscape views. They have the most spectacular sunsets!

Thank you so much to this incredible team for sending us such gorgeous escapism elopement vibes today - we are loving this beautiful romantic vibe! Get in touch with them to plan your Australian elopement.

Photographer/Planner Poppy and Sage Photography

Hair & Makeup Artist/Planner -  Tyneale Hahn Makeup Artist

Floral Design/Styling - Le Sans Souci

Cakes/Pavlova/Platters - Cake House

Bridalwear - Sew Master Fashions

Groomswear - Wil Valor

Stationery - Paperhands

Earrings - Bronte LVH Art & Design

Celebrant - Rachael Davies

Venue -  Branell Homestead