Hayden and Stacey met in high school. When Hayden decided to pop the question to his sweetheart, he wanted his proposal to sweep her off her feet. He planned a secret getaway to their favourite place and once below the towering trees of the Boranup Forest near Margaret River, he asked her to be his wife.

And so, it seemed only natural that they say their “I do-s” in the exact same spot. A bus chauffeured guests to their special spot in the forest, where the deal was sealed. A reception was held in nearby Cowaramup, overlooking the ocean as the sun set on their first day together as mister and missus.

A twilight bar beside a giant tipi, vintage-styled games galore and a gelato cart of goodness, live music and illuminated letters of love, whiskey and cigars, a tall tower of cheeses and twinkly lights under which friends and family danced the night away.

Thanks Stacey and Hayden for sharing your special place with us all. And thanks too Kirsty Russell who snapped the happy.

| Venue: Ceremony in the Boranup Forest in Margaret River followed by a reception at Incognito Escape in Cowaramup, Western Australia | Photography: Kirsty Russell Photography | Film: Direct Films | Wedding planner: Gem Events | Tipi, hireables and styling: The Zest Group | Illuminated letters: Love Letters | Eats and drinks: Aqua Viva Catering and The Mobile Gelato Cart | Celebrant: Peter Ellison | Wearables: Stacey wore two custom gowns and veil by Dion for Brides, shoes by Valentino and hair by Adriana. | Blooms: Chic Rustique | Stationery: The Print Fairy | Lawn games: Ace of Games | Entertainment: Toots and Roadshow DJs | Vehicles: Classic Jag and The Chauffeur Bus