Ep 05: Matikka
Wollongong, Budget 30-50,000, DIY
“To keep our guest list manageable, Dean and I discussed whether we could see this person in our life in 10 years, if we do, they’re coming, if we didn’t then they were out.”
Matikka married her husband Dean in Wollongong in November 2023. She spent a lot of time thoroughly researching each of her vendors and planning the day, which definitely paid off with her stunning day.
Matikka planned a boudoir photo shoot for her husband as a gift the morning of the wedding, and remembers his reaction to seeing the photos as one of the highlights of the day. They did a private first look and vows, and this time away from a big crowd was very special and allowed them to show emotion.
Matikka recommends that anybody planning on having a photographer or videographer has a pre-wedding shoot to practice in front of the camera and make sure that they are comfortable. She thinks that these sessions she had were key to their effortless photos.
VENDORS:
Celebrant: Father Chris Roberts (Priest) // Photographer: Margan photography // Videographer: Forget me knot films // Florist: Leah Mitchell floral // Make-up: Kiana Alvarez make up artist // Hair: Christine Azzopardi // String Quartet: Clear Strings // DJ/MC: Davigee // Turkish drum/flute: Rhythm by Emrah // Cake: One cake down // Donuts: Krispy kreme // Brides Dress: Rachel Rose Bridal via Storybook bridal – Sky gown // Veil: Lee bee bridal via Storey book bridal // Party Dress: Eliya the label (Kayla Dress) // Grooms/groomsmen suits: Tramps the store // Bridemaids dresses (sunny daze - Rust): Billy J Bridal // Ceremony: St Matthews catholic church Jamberoo // Reception: The Woolshed Yallah – Alysha event coordinator // Catering: Fine spun group // Floral Preservation: The flora collective