Ryan & Ariella in the Anu Gown

Ariella and Ryan’s wedding took place at the luxurious Calile Hotel in Brisbane, Queensland, where they instantly fell in love with the architectural elements of the venue. From the touchstones of white brick to concrete façades and geometric landscaping, the venue was infused with elegance and luxury. Arielle especially loved “the growing greenery around and inside the entire venue”, setting the perfect scene for their beautiful day.

The celebration was designed by the newlyweds themselves. They knew exactly what they were looking for: simplicity, raw materials, and linens mixed with massive amounts of ethereal greenery and white florals. Ryan also made a sentimental contribution to the overall aesthetic of the wedding by adding his personal touch to the ceremony. Ariella shares, "my husband actually made the seating you see in the wedding ceremony; he spent hours working on them after work each night." The giant wood block seating was a unique element, making the overall aesthetic of the ceremony truly theirs.

Ariella and Ryan’s wedding took place at the luxurious Calile Hotel in Brisbane, Queensland, where they instantly fell in love with the architectural elements of the venue. From the touchstones of white brick to concrete facades and geometric landscaping, the venue was infused with elegance and luxury. Arielle especially loved “the growing greenery around and inside the entire venue”, setting the perfect scene for their beautiful day.

The celebration was designed by the newlyweds themselves. They knew exactly what they were looking for: simplicity, raw materials, and linens mixed with massive amounts of ethereal greenery and white florals. Ryan also made a sentimental contribution to the overall aesthetic of the wedding by adding his personal touch to the ceremony. Ariella shares, "my husband actually made the seating you see in the wedding ceremony; he spent hours working on them after work each night." The giant wood block seating was such a unique element, making the overall aesthetic of the ceremony truly theirs.

While a bridal party is a non-negotiable for most couples, Ariella and Ryan wanted to opt for something a little different. Saying ‘goodbye’ to bridesmaids and groomsman altogether, the couple enlisted the help of 12 flower children to commemorate the occasion. Arielle shared that the decision "added a gorgeous and meaningful touch for the big day."

One of the most memorable, and funniest, moments of the ceremony was when one of the younger page boys decided to walk up to the celebrant, his father, to announce to the whole wedding that he had to go to the bathroom. Thankfully, he picked his moment wisely and didn’t interrupt the vows. What he did do was cause guests to laugh in amusement – the perfect ice breaker for a wedding ceremony. Ariella’s advice to future brides with a similar idea - "ensure your kids use the bathroom prior to your walk down the aisle!"

While a bridal party is a non-negotiable for most couples, Ariella and Ryan wanted to opt for something a little different. Saying ‘goodbye’ to bridesmaids and groomsman altogether, the couple enlisted the help of 12 flower children to commemorate the occasion. Arielle shared that the decision "added a gorgeous and meaningful touch for the big day." 

One of the most memorable, and funniest, moments of the ceremony was when one of the younger page boys decided to walk up to the celebrant, his father, to announce to the whole wedding that he had to go to the bathroom. Thankfully, he picked his moment wisely and didn’t interrupt the vows. What he did do was cause guests to laugh in amusement – the perfect ice breaker for a wedding ceremony. Ariella’s advice to future brides with a similar idea - "ensure your kids use the bathroom prior to your walk down the aisle!"

Ariella’s bridal journey began in the original Grace Loves Lace boutique in Burleigh Heads. She was a woman who knew what she was looking for and had always envisioned herself as a Grace Bride.

The bride’s brief? She wanted a dress that was beautiful and comfortable! As Ariella was encouraged to select some gowns to try on, there was one that stood out – Anu. After trying the gown on for the first time, she felt instant chemistry, saying ‘I do’ in her very first appointment. Ariella loved that Anu "was classic and simple with the silk material, but yet so detailed in the shoulder draping and the open tie back". Now, looking at their wedding photos, you can see that Anu truly was the perfect match for the couple’s minimalist, yet modern city wedding.

Ariella’s bridal journey began in the original Grace Loves Lace boutique in Burleigh Heads. She was a woman who knew what she was looking for and had always envisioned herself as a Grace Bride.

The bride’s brief? She wanted a dress that was beautiful and comfortable! As Ariella was encouraged to select some gowns to try on, there was one that stood out – Anu. After trying the gown on for the first time, she felt instant chemistry, saying ‘I do’ in her very first appointment. Ariella loved that Anu "was classic and simple with the silk material, but yet so detailed in the shoulder draping and the open tie back". Now, looking at their wedding photos, you can see that Anu truly was the perfect match for the couple’s minimalist, yet modern city wedding.