Melbourne VIP: Weddings, announcements and events
When COVID put a stop on their Venice dream wedding, a Melbourne couple recreated the magic of the city in Ascot Vale.
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A wedding inspired by the magic and romance of a historic palace in Venice was the dream of Melbourne make-up artist Nezrine Aziz who married Charlie Bailey in grand style.
Aziz and Bailey originally planned to wed at the Ca’Sagredo Palace in Venice last June, however, after COVID-19 put a stop to international travel the couple decided to use the grandeur and elegance of Venice as inspiration for their nuptials at historic Ascot House in Ascot Vale.
Aziz’s exquisite delicate yet decadent gown was created by Melbourne’s Zian Couture featuring pearls, beading and three types of vintage French lace, while Bailey, a sales executive, wore a custom Bell & Barnett suit.
After arriving in a vintage Rolls Royce, the bride walked an aisle of mirrored tiles, a nod to the waterways of Venice, lined with white blooms to meet Bailey at the wedding altar.
After exchanging vows the couple celebrated with 60 guests in a purpose-built, draped garden marquee complete with dramatic chandeliers.
“I wanted my wedding to be beautiful, classic, full of detail; I wanted it to be extra,” Aziz said.
“I love vintage, old-school and elegance. I wanted to wow our guests and share something special with them. It was a magical day – the best day of both our lives.”
The wedding was conceptualised, planned and styled by Flower of the Lily events, Pro Light and Sound did the build, florals were by Melbourne Event Flowers, Poppy Culture created the wedding bouquet, photography was by Yervant Photography and videography by Moon & Back.
The bride also wanted to thank Shane Lachmund from Ascot House.
SOCIETY NOTES
Former Melburnian of the Year, fundraiser, women’s football advocate and Western Bulldogs devotee Susan Alberti has renewed her wedding vows with her husband Colin North.
The couple, who have been married for 16 years, renewed their vows on March 27.
“Colin and I had the most wonderful and magical day and evening celebrating the renewal of our marriage vows,” Alberti said.
“We have shared a wonderful journey together with many ups and downs. We look forward to many more years together. He has shared the WB journey with me always.”
Popular presenter and MC Emma Vosti and her husband Daniel have welcomed a son, Jack Christopher Vosti. Jack was born on March 24.
“We already can’t imagine life without you baby boy,” Vosti wrote.
“Thank you for making me a Mumma, my darling boy, we are so in love with you.”
Musical theatre star Alinta Chidzey and her husband Remco Keijzer are celebrating the birth of their daughter, Harley Rose, last month.
Chidzey is known for her starring roles in Chicago, West Side Story and A Little Night Music.
“Harley Rose has stolen our hearts and is an absolute dream boat. I’m eternally grateful for this experience and know how precious it is to be a mother. I can’t believe this miracle is now in our arms. A love I’ve never known until now. Thank you Harley Rose, our adventure has just begun,” she wrote.
Sydney Swans star Luke Parker and his longtime girlfriend, interior designer, Kate Lawrence are engaged, after dating for more than eight years.
They announced their engagement on March 29.
SUNDAE BODY LAUNCH
The Sundae range of whipped shower foam promises to make shower time fun again and with a selling point like that – well, it just had to be tried. Founded by Lizzie Waley and Andrew Simmonds, the brand was launched at the Osborne Rooftop in South Yarra with guests including Bianca Chatfield and Sam and Snezana Wood.
The venue was transformed into a Sundae wonderland with bespoke cocktails inspired by the brand’s four flavours: Juicy Pear, Orange Crush, Very Vanilla & Cherry On Top.
GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL EVENING SHOW
The Good Friday Appeal once again showcased the extraordinary generosity of Victorians with more than $17 million raised for the Royal Children’s Hospital. The evening part of the appeal took the form of a live show on Channel 7, broadcast from the NEP Studio in South Melbourne. After a long break due to COVID-19 it was very special to be back in a studio seeing live TV in action and great performers such as Rob Mills, Lucy Durack, Mary Coustas and Kate Ceberano showcasing their talent with Chong Lim’s band.
JAGGAD x LAURA HENSHAW COLLECTION LAUNCH
Stylish active apparel brand JAGGAD launched its latest collection, a collaboration with KIC wellness community founder and businesswoman Laura Henshaw at Chin Chin on Wednesday. The brand’s co-founders Michelle Greene and Bec Judd welcomed guests including Morgan Mitchell, Vanessa Low, Kylie Brown, Tayla Damir, Abbey Gelmi, Sharon Johal, Jess King, and Nonny Mulholland who were led through a yoga session by Henshaw before enjoying a private lunch and showing of the collection’s pieces.
DOM GAUCI AFL COLLECTION LAUNCH
Melbourne artist Dom Gauci launched her latest collection of work – geometric portraits of some of the current stars of the AFL, at 524 Flinders in Flinders Street on Thursday.
Gauci’s collection allows footy fans to bring some of the action of the game into their homes via her striking prints. Among the guests at the event were Jack Crisp, Malaan Ajang, Mimi Bulkoch, Eleanor Baillieu, Pat Likinski, Caleb Daniel and Reece Hodge. Nineteen players, including Dyson Heppell, Nat Fyfe, Buddy Franklin,
Bailey Smith, Nic Naitanui, Patrick Dangerfield and Marcus Bontempelli, are featured in the collection. Checkout the entire collection at www.domgaucidesigns.com.au
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