Luxe Elopements

Byron Bay, Tweed & Gold Coast. Luxe Elopements are for couples who want to express their love intimately, styled and effortlessly.

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Tweed Coast

Kiara + Michael @ Lovers Rock + The Pink Hotel Coolangatta

Tell us about your love story for your ceremony – how did you meet? Do you have kids, fur babies, hobbies?

• Known each other from living in a small town. Went to school together and had mutual friends. • Started dating in 2006, bought house in 2009, engaged in 2014, first child in 2015, second child in 2018. • We have 2 boys, Jai 4 and Max nearly 2 and 1 dog, Oscar. • Like spending time together – try to get outdoors.

What has been the main driver for you to elope?

• Never wanted a big wedding • Ability to have a destination wedding on the beach • Great price

Where are you from and why did you choose the East Coast to elope?

• We are from Mooroopna, Victoria • Beautiful weather • Combine wedding and holiday for us and the kids • Family close by in Coffs Harbour area

Overall how was your experience eloping?

Loved it – pretty stress free 🙂

What was the most memorable part of your day?

Seeing everyone waiting for us at the ceremony

What advice do you have for future couples considering an elopement?

If you want a “no stress” day, definitely consider eloping

What was your experience with Luxe Elopements? Do you have any kind words or testimonials for our team?

SJ was awesome and helped me every step of the way. She gave great advice on ceremony locations and places for dinner afterwards. Whenever I felt unsure of something, she calmed me down and talked me through it 🙂 Also all of the vendors were amazing! Thanks so much! Would definitely recommend for anyone eloping xx

Vendor Credits 

Wedding Planner @luxeelopements_byronbay

Photography, Hair and Makeup @lady_bella_australia 

Celebrant @ceremoniesbyleisa

Styling Hire @blissandwillow

Flowers @sevenbloomscasaurina 

Accommodation @thepinkhotelcoolangatta

Ceremony Location: Lovers Rock, Tweed Heads 

Jess + James @ Cabarita, Tweed Coast

“Amazing!!!! Completely stress free & purely the way “we” wanted it & nobody else. If I had to do it all again, I would do it exactly the same. SJ & her team were a delight to work with from beginning to end. Creating a beautiful stress free relaxing day exactly the way we wanted it. I highly recommend this beautiful team of creatives.” – Jess + James

ABOUT THE DAY 

Set up in the back yard of Grounds of Cabarita was where the ceremony was to take place; we love a relaxed house elopement. Sun filtered through the bamboo, the pool was right next to us. It was the perfect place to elope on a gorgeous beachy afternoon.

Their two daughters wore matching flower dresses and threw petals down for mum as she walked the isle. They told us they loved the slick modern look –
Jess wore a banging short wedding dress that showed off her amazing legs, paired with a beautiful long veil. She looked outstanding and totally rocked it!

They chose a colour palette of Peach and cream; it was very peachy mixed with dried flower trend! The flowers were so bright and beautiful and POPPED off the backdrop of the bamboo. Simply stunning.

They pulled on our heartstrings with their heartfelt vows and had our team in tears, we laughed with them as they rocked back and fourth on the egg chair and got BOMBARDED by their little girls!

Some of our favourite moments were distracting the girls with Piggybacks so that mum + dad could get some private and intimate moments photographed. Assistant Emily took both girls around the yard smelling flowers and looking at the chickens to give them some alone time to connect as Sarah-Jane captured.

ABOUT THE LOCATION / VENUE

Grounds of Cabarita: The modern beach cottage. A 1960’s style house that provides the ultimate beach house stay! It’s located in the heart of Cabarita, a 5-minute walk to main Cabarita and to all restaurants/cafes.

The vibe of this place is incredible; it remains calm and quiet despite being around the corner from the main street. There is a spacious backyard for play, and a pool for those who prefer sand-less swims.

It was an idea location for a backyard elopement. Modest yet aesthetically pleasing, homely yet modern, beachy but not pretentious.

ABOUT THE COUPLE

Jess and James met a long time ago back when they were both teenagers; Jess was James’s sister’s best friend. It was love back then, but 15yrs later at Katie’s wedding is where things really kicked off. Maturity had graced them both and there was an immediate attraction.

Attraction and connection is a fiery combination! They spent 4 days together laughing and reliving old high school days. After that a long distant relationship begun!

12 years together and two very adorable girls later they are still smiling and laughing with each other! James proposed in 2017 on NYE.

This family is full of pure joy and humour; we spent the ENTIRE time laughing alongside them! Engraved on the inner side of their wedding rings was “Together in mutual weirdness” – we absolutely LOVED that!

J: “I love everything about Jess; although she must be a nut case to put up with me for so many years.  Our relationship is easy and I feel so loved by Jess.  She is a wonderful mother to our daughters and I’m happiest when we are together.”


Jess: “James has a drive, determination and passion that sets him apart from any man I’ve known. I adore everything about James.”

HOW DID THEY TELL THEIR LOVED ONES?

This was ALMOST a couple’s only elopement!! The only people present were their two daughters and Jess’s mum. For this couple, they believe marriage and love is something between the two who share it. They kept it between them, and told those necessary after the big day.

VENDORS

Wedding Planner @luxeelopements_byronbay 
Photography + MUA @lady_bella_australia 
Hair Styling @salon5sixty_weddings 
Celebrant @chiquita_weddings 
Florist @sevenbloomscasaurina
Accommodation @groundsatcabarita
Reception @haylconhouse_ @paperdaisy 

Carla + Luke @ Mavis Kitchen, Tweed Hinterland

“I highly recommend Sarah-Jane and Luxe Elopements. She made our wedding so incredible, completely stress free and was in control of absolutely everything. She was easily contactable and checked up on me numerous times leading up to the big day.


Our wedding was a surprise which made it even more amazing and the entire time Sarah-Jane kept me calm, informed and completely ready to marry my now husband. What an amazing woman, crew and operation xxx”

 

CARLA + LUKE
MAVIS’S KITCHEN
25.9.19

Carla and Luke first crossed paths back in high school, Luke recognised Carla immediately, his very words were “when he first spotted this goddess”. It wasn’t until a few years down the track that they crossed path once more and decided to go out on a date. They had planned to see a movie but forgot all about that while lost in talking and connecting. A clear spark between them ignited.

Since they have spent 5 years alongside each other working hard, adding to their family, and making the most of their life together. They relish in the little things like adventures and family time.

They chose to elope at one of the most beautiful, calm, and tranquil locations – Mavis’s Kitchen. Set in the hills near Mt Warning, here the ceremony looks out to the famous Mt Warning pea with incredible rolling hills surrounding. Their closest friends and family came to witness their special day, and their two children walked them down the isle along with Brax their dog. These two are entirely about each other, and their family!

We heard some of the most heartfelt vows and fought off our own tears throughout the ceremony! If we didn’t believe in soul mates before, we do now! Carla and Luke were meant to be in this life; they are best friends, life partners and will always search for happiness, adventure, and love with each other.  We felt beyond honoured to be apart of their special day.

Wedding Planner @luxeelopements_byronbay
Photography @lady_bella_australia
Hair @salon5sixty_weddings
Celebrant @am.celebrant
Floristry @flowers_by_lynda
Styling @blissandwillow

Lisa + Craig, Cabarita Cove (Tweed Coast)

“We wanted a secret, private Elopement on a beautiful beach. We live interstate. So we had to feel comfortable & have complete confidence in our choice.
Lady Bella & Luxe Elopements nailed it.

The whole process was easy & done through email & phone. Perfect for us.

SJ puts together a ‘dream team’ of professionals to help her make your day exactly everything you’ve dreamed of.

SJ has a beautiful, warm, bubbly & friendly personality. She puts you at complete ease.
Her make up skills are brilliant. I absolutely loved mine & everyone that have seen pics have commented on how great it was.

As a photographer SJ made us feel relaxed & comfortable. Our sneak pics are incredible & we can’t wait to see the rest.
 
Absolutely first class in service & professionalism. Faultless x”

    

LISA & CRAIG – CABARITA COVE
19th Sept 2019

Lisa and Craig both have been married before, and between them have 8 children (all between the age 16-25). They connected through a dating site like so many modern lovers do – but for Lisa & Craig they had no idea this meeting could change their world!

Both filled with nerves they met for a coffee and instantly clicked and felt comfortable around one another, they now describe each other as the ying to their yang. They compliment each other beautifully and fit so perfectly in each other’s worlds. They are well and truly in love and have built a fun, relaxed and enjoyable life together, they told us building their home together was a great achievement and they can’t wait to grow old alongside one another.

On a sneaky holiday to Byron Bay they decided to elope with us! They didn’t tell a soul (receiving deliveries via mail to their home was tricky they told us, it’s hard to have a secret wedding!)
But they managed to keep it between them – so we met at Cabarita Cove, a stunning and secluded beach on the Tweed Coast. It’s truly a hidden Gem with one of the most incredible headland views around! Both with sweeping ocean views and 180degree views of the hinterland!

Lisa was rattling with nerves but she kept her cool and they eloped! It was the most special, and intimate elopement. We set up their picnic and they rejoiced with champagne as the sun went down. Absolute bliss!

 

TEAM:
Wedding Planner @luxeelopements_byronbay
Photography + Makeup @lady_bella_australia
Hair @salon5sixty_weddings
Celebrant @ceremoniesbyleisa

 

REVIEW: 


“We wanted a secret, private Elopement on a beautiful beach. We live interstate. So we had to feel comfortable & have complete confidence in our choice.

Luxe Elopements nailed it!

The whole process was easy & done through email & phone. Perfect for us.
SJ puts together a ‘dream team’ of professionals to help her make your day exactly everything you’ve dreamed of.

SJ has a beautiful, warm, bubbly & friendly personality. She puts you at complete ease.
Her make up skills are brilliant. I absolutely loved mine & everyone that have seen pics have commented on how great it was.

As a photographer SJ made us feel relaxed & comfortable.
Our sneak pics are incredible & we can’t wait to see the rest.
Absolutely first class in service & professionalism.
Faultless x”

Lisa + Craig
19th Sept 2019



Janaya + James Elope @ Hastings Point Kingscliff

Hastings Point, Kingscliff.
July 19, 2019

There are things in life that sometimes seem as if they were truly meant to be, and for Janaya and James their relationship, and their love was one of those things. The two were fond of one another from the get go! 

From their first date they felt they had found someone special, they had so much in common that it was almost freaky! (Including sharing the same nickname Jay) 


James took on Janaya’s little girl as his very own, and soon the family grew. They have supported each other fiercely and seen each other through tough times; they share a unique and unexplainable bond that ties them together. They understand one another without needing to say anything, and share a kind of humour that only they understand.

Their family gathered below the lookout on the grassy section of Hastings Point, where it’s much quieter and less people. It was cold in the shade and warm in the sun. 

Janaya looked like a queen as she walked towards us! As the ceremony neared, instead of holding one another’s hands, they held their kids. The most memorable parts of their day were sharing it with their children, and their daughter crying with happiness that her parents finally got married. The afternoon was carefree, happy, and beautiful. Their parents, grandparents, and children all mingled and connected in perfect harmony.

 

 

What does the commitment of marriage mean to you?

It is a bond and a connection so deep that we only feel with each other. It’s a promise to support each other unconditionally forever no matter what we face


What qualities do you most appreciate, admire and love about your partner?

Tenacity, loyalty, friendship, humour, honesty, the love we both have for our children and each other, ability to keep each other grounded, we are both family orientated

What are your greatest strengths as a couple?

We support each other to no end, we have the same values, we have the same goals and aspirations, we love unconditionally, most of the time we understand each other without even having to speak and often say the same thing at the exact same time. We have a humour that only we understand sometimes

 

LUXE ELOPEMENTS TEAM 

Wedding Planner @luxeelopements_byronbay
Photographer + Makeup @lady_bella_australia 
Hair Styling @salon5sixty_weddings
Florist @flowersbylynda
Celebrant @ceremoniesbyleisa

 

Tamara + Josh | Hastings Point + Babalou Venue @ Kingscliff

Hastings Point, Kingscliff
29 May 2019

On the 29th of May 2019, Joshua and Tamara eloped atop Hastings Point Headland. The weather provided blue skies and lots of sunshine. The guests arrived in a very stylish blue Kombi holding them all! Everyone got ready together at a sweet Airbnb in Kingscliff beforehand, and then piled into the kombi for a fun and unique ride! 

Bride, Tamara chose a beautiful and rare styling arrangement made up of a colour palette combination with burgundy and navy! In her hair we placed stunning burgundy flowers, with matching flowers on the arbour! Tamara looked incredible, but felt unwell. With baby number #2 on board AND pneumonia she somehow managed to smile her way through the sickness! (Wonder woman?!) Josh was there alongside her the entire time supporting and loving. It was clear to us that their 15 years co-existing together had created a very special bond between them.

The ceremony was beautiful; a gentle breeze took the heat off our shoulders. When Joshua began saying his vows suddenly he couldn’t speak, we all felt an immense amount of love in that special moment and we all held it quietly.

Afterwards we went in search for a forest backdrop to create green and lush portraits with our newlyweds. We had our friends from Yellowbull videography with us, and together we captured genuine moments of love! They got absolutely eaten alive in the forest terrain but it was absolutely worth every minute of it!

Finally it was time to eat! They chose one of our favourite reception venues in Kingscliff, ‘Babalou Weddings’. Situated on the Beach with stunning ocean views and luxe interiors. It was perfect! There were donut stations and reception table settings that our dreams are made of! 


We enjoyed every single moment of capturing Tamara and Joshua’s elopement!


Be sure to scroll through the photos below, and check out the super sweet video from YellowBull!

SJ xx

 

TEAM:

Wedding Planner –  @luxeelopements_byronbay
Photography + Makeup – @lady_bella_australia
Hair Styling – @salon5sixty_weddings
Celebrant – @ceremoniesbyleisa
Flowers – @flowers_by_lynda
Styling Hire – @blissandwillow
Videography – @yellowbullweddings
Kombi – @koolkombibug