SHARE THIS STORY BY Shiu & Mun-Yi’s wedding day began traditionally with a tea ceremony at Mun-Yi’s parents house. With the bride in an embroidered crimson gown and the groom sporting a sharp black suit, the couple presented their elders with tea in return for...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Here at Peter Rowland we are rather obsessed with food and highly partial to travel. Where better to start our honeymoon destination spotlights than the charming Cinque Terre in Italy. Cinque Terre is made up of five vibrant seaside villages...
SHARE THIS STORY BY On a warm, sunny day in late February, Clara stepped onto the forecourt of the NGV, and arm in arm with her proud father, she began to walk towards the man of her dreams. Clara and Stephen met whilst working together at the Alfred hospital and this...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Dressing women is easy. With so many different styles, colours and fabrics to choose from, it is not all that difficult to find something that will not only flatter your bridesmaids but also make them stand out from your guests. It can however be a...
SHARE THIS STORY BY American born Chris was in Melbourne on business helping with the opening of Crown’s renowned Nobu restaurant. It was here he met his future bride, Penny, who was also working at Crown whilst studying and, as Penny, says “…Guess the rest is...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Your wedding invitations are the first insight your guests will receive about your big day. Keeping this in mind, it is so important to ensure you select the right stationary to tie everything together, from your Save The Dates to your thank you...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Aleisha & Darren met, like so many of our couples do, through mutual friends and it was immediately apparent that they were onto something special. When planning their big day Aleisha knew exactly how she wanted it to look. The design brief was...
SHARE THIS STORY BY If you have ever watched The Great Gatsby and thought “That’s the style for me”, Rippon Lea may just be the answer. Suitable for every type of celebration from casual and intimate cocktail parties by the pool, a relaxed banquet lunch in the gardens...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Lisa & Andrew met 14 years ago unexpectedly on a night out with friends at a pub in South Melbourne, their love story worthy of a movie begining. Over the next 13 years they moved to the UK, travelled through 44 countries, moved back to...
SHARE THIS STORY BY We, like so many other women, are somewhat obsessed with shoes, so writing this piece came very naturally to us. We have curated a selection of the most popular current wedding trends to help you choose the right shoes for not only your budget but...
SHARE THIS STORY BY We are always excited when one of our own gets married and Peter Rowland’s IT manager, Matt and his gorgeous partner, Cerise, were no different. Cerise and Matt had been dating six years when Matt popped the question, and it turns out he is...
SHARE THIS STORY BY There’s a new style of dining that is sweeping across wedding venues all over town and we here at Peter Rowland could not be happier about it. Shared dining is not only very on trend but is also reminiscent of those fond memories growing up and of...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Nick and Gilly met many years ago in high school where it was clear to everyone they were perfect together. Gilly’s Maid of Honour confirmed this in her touching speech when she said “It’s admirable the way that Nick and Gilly love each other. The...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Choosing a cake can be both tricky and utterly delicious; we are here to help with the tricky part. Whether you are looking for a traditional tiered white cake with simple embellishments, something a little more bold, or a cake that is entirely...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Everything about Catherine and Alex’s wedding day was elegant. The ceremony was held by the lake in the sprawling grounds at Rippon Lea Estate, their guests wandered through the lush greenery on this warm summers day guided by personalised signs to...
SHARE THIS STORY BY It’s not hard to see, when looking at Celeste & Kire, just how perfect they are for each other. They first met at a fitness boot camp and that was the start of their effortless love affair. From the outset Celeste & Kire wanted a laid back...
SHARE THIS STORY BY If you’re looking for a little inspiration that screams sugar, spice and all things nice, then look no further than this exquisite ‘vintage tea party’ themed wedding at Rippon Lea. It was a perfect sunny day for a ceremony on the sprawling lawns of...
SHARE THIS STORY BY It seems Angela & Ryan were always meant to be, even if they didn’t yet know it. The couple first caught sight of each other 18 years ago at the school gate and then spent the next few years bumping into each other at various friends parties...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Here at Peter Rowland, we are passionate about making sure your big day is also the best day of your life. Recently one of our expert Event Planners at Mt Duneed Estate, Beth Colbert, was interviewed by GT Bride in relation to what comes next after...
SHARE THIS STORY BY When Tegan met Joshi at her sister’s engagement, she must have known he was the one. Exactly one year to the day later this gorgeous couple tied the knot in a nearby church before heading to the breathtaking Mt Duneed Estate to start their...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Monty and Shae chose the beautiful gardens of Rippon Lea for their wedding ceremony in Spring last year, with the historic 1860’s mansion featuring as a magnificent back drop for their vows.“I’ll never forget seeing Monty’s face as I walked down...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Not even the cool and overcast weather could dampen a beautiful beachside ceremony for Alana and Daniel. Braving the wind, the surf coast locals exchanged vows at Barwon Heads Beach in front of 160 guests with formalities lead by senior ministers...
SHARE THIS STORY BY WHAT IS TRENDING THIS SEASON FOR COLOURS AND THEMING? Today it seems to be all over the place in terms of trends, as brides have realised it’s about their personality and style, and not what’s expected from a wedding in terms of a traditional...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Gardens House, privately located in the surrounds of the Royal Botanic Gardens, yet again set the scene for a gorgeous summer wedding. Our stunning couple, Fionna & Aaron, held their ceremony in a cool, shady nook on the back lawn of the...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Lou and Aaron celebrated their day at the private and beautiful Gardens House in the Royal Botanic Gardens in December of 2013. In an intimate setting with no official bridal party, the couple exchanged vows before guests were ushered through to...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Winter weddings offer a uniquely neutral colour palette, enabling you to incorporate any theme or décor into your special day. Create a romantic atmosphere using textured fabrics, warm mood lighting, as well as an indulgent winter menu, with rich...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Rasha and Jason began their afternoon with a beautifully styled ceremony on the deck at Port Melbourne Yacht Club thanks to a stunning collaboration by Weddings of Desire and Pepper Sprout Hire.Rasha’s demi-couture strapless gown by Sydney based...
SHARE THIS STORY BY 1. SWEET TOOTH The ever popular candy bar is still a huge hit at weddings across the globe and the trend doesn’t appear to be slowing down. They’re a fantastic talking point and can be easily styled to match the theme of your reception, be it...
SHARE THIS STORY BY Carrie & Julian were married at St Joseph’s Church, Malvern, on a beautiful October Spring day with around 100 of their closest family and friends. They celebrated later at Peter Rowland Catering’s Rippon Lea Estate.After getting ready at home...
SHARE THIS STORY BY It was almost 10 years ago that Cameron’s sister, Caroline, introduced him to a university friend, Julia, at a crowded bar in North Melbourne and little did he know that he’d met his future wife. The two shared an instant chemistry that eventually...