How first-meeting dress inspired wedding gown

The sequin wedding dress was a sight to behold. But it was also a nod to the first night Lucy Wade set eyes on her future husband Mitchell Rimmer. The couple met at the Regatta Hotel, in Toowong, in 2012. Lucy was wearing a gold sparkly skirt, which became the inspiration for the gown.

Antipasto couple: Lucy Wade & Mitchell Rimmer, picture: Mapleberry Photography

The sequin wedding dress was a sight to behold. But it was also a nod to the first night Lucy Wade set eyes on her future husband Mitchell Rimmer. The couple met at the Regatta Hotel, in Toowong, in 2012. Lucy was wearing a gold sparkly skirt, which became the inspiration for the gown.

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Three years later, Mitchell proposed on Christmas Day, at their home in Balmoral, in Brisbane’s southeast. They tied the knot at Blackbird Bar & Grill at Brisbane’s Eagle St, followed by a cocktail reception at the venue.

Lucy Wade and Mitchell Rimmer, picture: Mapleberry Photography

Instead of a wedding cake, Lucy and Mitchell opted for a selection of cakes, which were a big hit with guests.

Good trim: a selection of wedding cakes, picture: Mapleberry Photography

First dance?

Fire and the Flood — Vance Joy.

 

Honeymoon?

Sunshine Beach, Sunshine Coast, with
close friends.

The bride: Lucy Wade, picture: Mapleberry Photography

 

What made this uniquely your wedding?

Our focus was on the celebration more than the formalities. We did a photo shoot before the proceedings and had a (very) quick afternoon ceremony so we could spend as much time as possible at the reception.

Lady chums: Lucy Wade with maid of honour Becki Hopes, picture: Mapleberry Photography

 

Suck it in: Lucy Wade and maid of honour Becki Hopes, picture: Mapleberry Photography

 

Special memories?

Lucy’s aunt and uncle surprised her by travelling from the UK.

 

Funny moments?

Lucy and her maid of honour were a tad late for the ceremony … because they were enjoying an antipasto platter.

Can of good sorts: Reception table, picture: Mapleberry Photography

 

Best advice for other couples?

Make a list of all your “wants” for the wedding and list them in priority order, then allocate your budget around this. Allow plenty of time after formalities to relax and enjoy yourself.

Engagement ring, picture: Mapleberry Photography