TANYA AND CHRISTIAN
A MODERN LOVE STORY
Photographer: Cian Marangos | @cianreally
With their wedding taking place on the 19th of December, 2020 at Windmill Gardens, Tanya and Christian were so lucky to not have their wedding affected by Covid. In fact, they were the opposite, with numbers being lifted right before their wedding, their wedding of 20 people got increased to 60 of their nearest and dearest.
After meeting through mutual friends 13 years ago and two children later. Tanya and Christian have well and truly been through thick and thin together. Their love story was one of an immediate attraction, where Christian was taken by Tanya’s smile and Tanya taken by Christian’s kind face.
They have described their wedding as being the best day of their lives. With Tanya being escorted into the venue by two motor bikes, a tribute to her late brother.
They were attracted to the venue because of it’s beauty. They described the gardens as: gorgeous, in full bloom for their outdoor ceremony and the ballroom was simple and classy which is exactly the theme they were going for.
Tell us all about the proposal?
We were celebrating my 26th birthday at home with our family and friends. Everyone sung ‘Happy Birthday’ and after the candles were blown out, Christian said a speech (which he would never do) he then went down on one knee and asked me to marry him. I was elated and it was so special that we could share this with our nearest and dearest.
Photographer: Cian Marangos | @cianreally
How did you choose what to wear?
My planning started on Pinterest 6 years ago! We decided to stick with the timeless look. Christian was in black and I wore a trumpet gown. This style of dress is something I have always wanted.
Did you write your own vows?
We grabbed a few words from all different vows online whilst trying to write our own. We then put them all together in the order and way we loved.
Did you include any special elements into your ceremony?
The ceremony was completely catered to us. We had both our kids walk down the aisle, our celebrant, Charis White, made a special mention about my late brother, she thanked my step-father and his impact on my life. We also had a special prayer included in the ceremony.
Photographer: Cian Marangos | @cianreally
How did you choose your suppliers? Who were the stand out suppliers on the day?
Many suppliers we had were from word of mouth. Most our friends recommended. It made it all super easy to book everything in. I couldn’t give you a stand out. They were all amazing and couldn’t fault them!
What was an absolute stand out on your wedding day?
The arrival for sure! Tanya hired 2 Harley’s to escort the Mustang on the way to the ceremony. This was to represent her late brother who loved his motorbikes. The thunder that came from those bikes made everyone cry. Definitely a moment we won’t forget.
Photographer: Cian Marangos | @cianreally
What advice would you offer to future brides?
Have a planner and note book. Write everything down and if you end up with 10 different checklists, the better it will be for you – you won’t forget anything!
What supplier did you book first and why?
The Cake Maker. Tanya uses her cake maker weekly for her photoshoots so it was the easiest and quickest thing to book.
Is there anything you would change about your wedding day?
The only thing would have to be extending the time at the reception. The time flew!
Photographer: Cian Marangos | @cianreally
What was the most stressful part of the wedding planning process?
Sticking to the budget was by far the hardest thing to do.
Did you both equally plan the wedding together or did one person have more input?
Tanya had more input but Christian helped make the final decisions on everything. It was an equal partnership for sure.
Did you have to plan your wedding multiple times?
Luckily no, only once with only 6 weeks to plan. It was a last minute thing and had everything booked within a week!
What are your hopes for your married life?
To go through life full of love, honesty and respect with our kids by our side.
VENDORS:
Photographer: Cian Marangos | @cianreally
Videographer: Cian Marangos | @cianreally
Venue: Windmill Gardens | @windmillgardensofficial
Celebrant: Charis White | @melbournecelebrant_chariswhite
Wedding dress:JJ’s House (significantly altered though) | @jjshouseofficial
Suits: Christian – Politix Tux | @politixmenswear, shirt, tie and belt Tarocash Menswear | @tarocash
Flowers: Wildflower and Twig | @wildflowerandtwig
Cake: Dani’s Treats and Sweets | @danistreatsandsweets
Stationery: Signing pen (this pen was used throughout my whole planning, so it was a must to use it to sign the certificate)– Typo | @typoshop
Jewellery: Lovisa Jewellery | @lovisajewellery
DJ: Matt Jefferies | @matt_jefferies_entertainment
Hair: Styler Hair by Malina | @malina_hair
Make-up: Tanya’s sister
Seamstress: Alterations by Emily | @alterationsbyemily.melb
Kid’s personalised colouring packs: Ks Dezignz & Party Favours | #ksdezignzpartyfavours (Facebook)
Emcee: Matt Jefferies | @matt_jefferies_entertainment
Rings: Michael Hill Jeweller | @michaelhillj
Shoes: Tanya’s – JJ’s House | @jjshouseofficial, Christian’s – Politix | @politixmenswear
One Big Day Event Hire for the arch in the ceremony @onebigdayeventhire