#11 A Moody Candlelit Wedding At Old Melbourne Gaol With Molly & Malcolm
10/19/22 • 44 min
Weddings are a celebration of love. It only seems fair that couples get to decide how it’s done! For Molly and Malcolm, they had a “no compromises” kind of mindset when it came to wedding planning.
From the ceremony, venue, music, down to the attire, Molly and Malcolm’s wedding was 100% their own. In this chat, they shared all the intimate details of their nuptials and how their chosen vendors fulfilled their vision of a dramatic and moody wedding.
In this chat we discuss:
· How Molly and Malcolm first met
· Molly and Malcolm's engagement story
· Deciding on a wedding theme
· How they booked the Old Melbourne Jail
· Their special ceremony that made everyone cry
· Unique music arrangements and party favours
· Finding and trusting your vendors
· Communication while wedding planning
As a self-proclaimed quirky couple, Molly and Malcolm knew their day would be nothing like the usual cookie-cutter weddings. Instead of doing things for tradition’s sake, they were intentional about each aspect. Since they were funding their wedding themselves, there was no pressure to conform to other people’s standards.
Links & Vendors Mentioned:
Molly & Malcolm’s Moody Candlelit Wedding At Old Melbourne Gaol
Find Molly & Malcolm:
On Instagram
Molly @molly_jean_
Malcolm @cassingles
Find Dorothy & the Polka Dot Wedding team:
On Instagram: @polkadotwedding
On the website: polkadotwedding.com
For full transcript and show notes visit: polkadotwedding.com/podcast
Wedding pro? Join our membership here.
The Polka Dot Wedding team is honoured to conduct our work on the land of the BoonWurrung, WoiWorung, Eora and Kuring-gai people. We honour the traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past & present.
Weddings are a celebration of love. It only seems fair that couples get to decide how it’s done! For Molly and Malcolm, they had a “no compromises” kind of mindset when it came to wedding planning.
From the ceremony, venue, music, down to the attire, Molly and Malcolm’s wedding was 100% their own. In this chat, they shared all the intimate details of their nuptials and how their chosen vendors fulfilled their vision of a dramatic and moody wedding.
In this chat we discuss:
· How Molly and Malcolm first met
· Molly and Malcolm's engagement story
· Deciding on a wedding theme
· How they booked the Old Melbourne Jail
· Their special ceremony that made everyone cry
· Unique music arrangements and party favours
· Finding and trusting your vendors
· Communication while wedding planning
As a self-proclaimed quirky couple, Molly and Malcolm knew their day would be nothing like the usual cookie-cutter weddings. Instead of doing things for tradition’s sake, they were intentional about each aspect. Since they were funding their wedding themselves, there was no pressure to conform to other people’s standards.
Links & Vendors Mentioned:
Molly & Malcolm’s Moody Candlelit Wedding At Old Melbourne Gaol
Find Molly & Malcolm:
On Instagram
Molly @molly_jean_
Malcolm @cassingles
Find Dorothy & the Polka Dot Wedding team:
On Instagram: @polkadotwedding
On the website: polkadotwedding.com
For full transcript and show notes visit: polkadotwedding.com/podcast
Wedding pro? Join our membership here.
The Polka Dot Wedding team is honoured to conduct our work on the land of the BoonWurrung, WoiWorung, Eora and Kuring-gai people. We honour the traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past & present.
Previous Episode
#10 Your Guide To A Country Wedding With Wedding Photographer Kirsten Cunningham
There's a misconception that country weddings are more difficult to plan due to the lack of vendors and venues. in celebration of The Country Issue, country wedding photographer Kirsten Cunningham is here with us today to dispel this myth!
Kirsten (she/her) is a full-time wedding photographer based in Orange, New South Wales. She's had five years of experience shooting couples across Orange, Blue Mountains, Mudgee, Bathurst, and the central west. Her photography style is an extension of her personality: candid, relaxed, and very natural. She loves the outdoors and she is an absolute pro at capturing photos using natural light.
In this chat we discuss:
- All about Kirsten's hometown of Orange, New South Wales and why you're going to fall in love with it
- Advantages of a country wedding
- Wedding photography in natural light and scenery
- Arranging transportation for guests
- Finding the right country wedding vendors
- Perks of sourcing local vendors and materials
- Availability of country wedding venues
- Guest accommodation, information, and activities
- Other amazing places to consider for a country wedding
Country wedding vendors may not be as abundant, but they’re certainly just as talented as the ones from the city. By supporting local, you have access to produce, flowers, and wine that are unique to the region. It’s a complete farm-to-table experience that you can’t get anywhere else.
Links Mentioned:
The Polka Dot Wedding Country Issue
Find Kirsten:
Kirsten Cunningham Photography on Polka Dot Wedding
Kirsten Cunningham Photography
On Polka Dot Wedding: Kirsten Cunningham
On Instagram: @KirstenCunninghamPhotography
Find Dorothy & the Polka Dot Wedding team:
On Instagram: @polkadotwedding
On the website: polkadotwedding.com
For full transcript and show notes visit: polkadotwedding.com/podcast
Wedding pro? Join our membership here.
The Polka Dot Wedding team is honoured to conduct our work on the land of the BoonWurrung, WoiWorung, Eora and Kuring-gai people. We honour the traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past & present.
Next Episode
#12 Wedding Catering 101 With Lauren Davie Of The Farm Cafe
Catering is one of those subtle things that can make or break your wedding. It’s a given that the food and drinks should be amazing; but when it’s not, it can leave a negative impression.
This is why we have Lauren Davie with us today, to help us steer clear of catering disasters. Lauren is the sales and marketing manager at The Farm Café, the exclusive wedding provider at Melbourne’s Collingwood Children's Farm.
In this chat we discuss:
- Booking a caterer on a budget
- Family-style feast or cocktail reception?
- Qualities of an experienced caterer
- Managing portions and different dietary requirements
- Menu tasting by The Farm Cafe
- How to pair drinks with food
- Availability of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Setting up a champagne tower
Most couples will have a specific budget for catering. Some vendors are more affordable than others, and there’s often a reason for that. The difference in food quality, portion, and service are not always obvious, which is why attending menu tastings can be helpful.
To avoid complications, book a caterer that can supply both food and drinks. An experienced caterer will know how to pair the two, as well as provide enough portions for your guests. In Lauren’s experience, she notes:
“Anyone who's done a few weddings will know how important obviously, the drinks are. And if they haven't made that association of it running out, it's generally a sign. Maybe they're not concerned, maybe they haven't thought about it. Or maybe they don't have the experience you're looking for in a caterer.”
Couples should communicate early on what’s important to them. Guests’ dietary requirements and any feedback should be conveyed so the caterer can plan and adjust accordingly.
Links & Vendors Mentioned:
What Would They Know? Lauren Davie of Catering by The Farm Café
Find The Farm Cafe:
On Polka Dot Wedding: The Farm Cafe
On Instagram: @farmcafe_weddings
On Facebook: The Farm Cafe
Find Dorothy & the Polka Dot Wedding team:
On Instagram: @polkadotwedding
On the website: polkadotwedding.com
For full transcript and show notes visit: polkadotwedding.com/podcast
Wedding pro? Join our membership here.
The Polka Dot Wedding team is honoured to conduct our work on the land of the BoonWurrung, WoiWorung, Eora and Kuring-gai people. We honour the traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past & present.
The Feel Good Wedding Podcast by Polka Dot Wedding - #11 A Moody Candlelit Wedding At Old Melbourne Gaol With Molly & Malcolm
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Hello and welcome. You’re listening to The Feel Good Wedding Podcast by Polka Dot Wedding. My name is Dorothy, otherwise known as Ms Polka Dot, and I’m the founder and editor. We believe in seeking out content that is inclusive and diverse so that everyone can see themselves in the stories that we tell. We’ve done this for 15 years through the written word, and now we want to have those chats in voice through a podcast. Can’t wait to take you along for the ride.
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