Amy Davies and Aaron Wild took a laid-back approach to planning their Southern Highlands wedding. “I’m fairly organised, so I actually quite enjoyed all the preparation,” Amy said. “How often do you get to organise a fabulous party inviting all the people who are special to you?”

The end result: a gorgeous, rustic wedding filled with personal touches that reflected the couple’s innate style and overwhelming sense of fun. From a quirky chocolate ceremony during the vows – “a symbol of how marriage can sometimes be bitter and sweet, but always nourishing” – to the newlyweds’ entrance at the reception to the song ‘Wild Thing’ – “a bit cheesy but we had to have a laugh at my new last name,” said Amy - family and friends were given plenty of reasons to smile. 

But it was the Jenga tower guest book which really left a lasting impression. “We asked everyone to write messages on each of the blocks, so when we play the game in the future, we can have a laugh about all the funny messages we received from our friends and family,” Amy smiled.

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Gown: Marry Me Bridal | Photographer: Infinity Photography | Ceremony location: Gibraltar Hotel | Reception Venue: Centennial Vineyards Restaurant | Shoes: Wittner | Bridal accessories: Glamadonna | Wedding rings: Larsen Jewellery | Groom’s attire: Myer | Bridesmaid’s outfits: Exclusively Bridesmaids | Flowers and floral decorations:  Absolutely Flowers | Hair: Sensoria | Make-Up: Ethix | Gift Registry: Myer | Honeymoon: Cook Islands