Weddings and Events of Australia (WEOA) is an independent organisation dedicated to sourcing and recognising the talented suppliers within the Australian Bridal Industry. On July 20 and July 27 the wedding industry gathered to celebrate and honour those who have excelled in their wedding services at the annual WEOA awards. The black tie event, held at Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa in Queensland and Doltone House in New South Wales saw who’s who of the wedding industry walk the red carpet for a night of elegant style, fabulous food, entertainment and fun.
Our very own editor-in-chief, Victoria Black, joined the panel of judges to decide upon this years winners. We want to extend a very big congratulations to all the finalists and publicly recognise these very deserving winners. We also wanted to share a few pics from each of the fantastic nights!
New South Wales
The Winners –
Accessory Designer of the Year- Viktoria Novak
Best New Concept of the Year- That Vintage Caravan
Best Newcomer of the Year- All Things Sweet by Carissa AND Claire Belford Marriage Celebrant
Bridal Gown Couture Designer of the Year- Diane Lewis Couture
Bridal Gown Retailer of the Year- Savvy Brides
Bridesmaid Gowns of the Year- Bridesmaids Only
Cake Designer of the Year-The Dainty Baker
Caterer of the Year- Gastronomy
Celebrant of the Year-Claire Belford Marriage Celebrant
Children’s Couture of the Year- Stellina Cute Couture for Children
Destination Wedding Planner of the Year- Jennifer Michael Events
Wedding Stylist of the Year-Nightingales
DJ of the Year- DJ D-Flat
Live Entertainment of the Year-Funkified Entertainment
Florist of theYear – Vesna Grasso
Hair Stylist of the Year- Carly Wood Mobile Wedding Hair
Make Up Artist of the Year- Melissa Sassine
Wedding Hire of the Year- KataLane
Jeweller of the Year- Jeff Einstein
MC of the Year-Robert Galati
Menswear Designer of the Year- The Black Label
Photo Booth Hire of theYear- Sydney Photo Booth Hire
Photographer of the Year- Milque Photography and Films AND Society Photography
Specialty Service of the Year- That Vintage Caravan
Stationery and Favour Designer of the Year- Natalie by Design
Transportation of the Year-Roll up in a Rolls
Travel Agent of the Year- Travel Specialists Mosman
Videographer of the Year- Untitled Film Works
Wedding & Event Planner of the Year- Weddings by Diane Khoury
Wedding Venue of the Year ‘100+’- Doltone House Jones Bay Wharf
Wedding Venue of the Year ‘Boutique’- Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel
Wedding Venue of the Year ‘Waterview’- Starship Sydney
Wedding Venue of the Year ‘Hotel Reception’-Sebel Resort & Spa Hawkesbury Valley
Wedding Venue of the Year ‘Restaurant’- Gunners Barracks
Wishing Well & Bridal Registry of the Year- Karma Currency Foundation
People’s Choice Award-Events by Nadia
Queensland
The Winners –
Accessory Designer of the Year – Shut The Front Door
Best New Concept of the Year – Miss Lolly’s Candy Cart
Best Newcomer of the Year – Summergrove Estate
Bridal Gown Couture Designer of the Year – Begitta
Bridesmaid Gowns of the Year – Sentani
Cake Designer of the Year – Studio Cakes
Caterer of the Year – EatDrink
Celebrant of the Year – Austweddings:Bill Scurry Marriage Celebrant
Wedding Stylist of the Year – Main Event Weddings
DJ of the Year – G&M DJs
Live Entertainment of the Year – Graham Hobson Entertainment
Entertainment Performance of the Year – Sex & Chocolate
Florist of the Year – Tiffany’s Flowers
Hair Stylist of the Year – Silk Hair & Makeup
Make Up Artist of the Year – TWIDALE
Hens & Bucks Party of the Year – Show-Off Productions
Jeweller of the Year – Xennox Diamonds
Photobooth Hire of the Year – In The Booth
Photographer of the Year – Milque Photography and Films
Specialty Service of the Year – Miss Lolly’s Candy Cart
Transportation of the Year – Tic Tac Tours and Charters
Videographer of the Year – Playback Studios
Wedding & Event Planner of the Year – Sassaffair Events
Wedding Venue of the Year ‘Boutique’ – Maleny Manor
Wedding Venue of the Year ‘Waterview’ – Daydream Island Resort & Spa
Wedding Venue of the Year ‘Hotel Reception’ – Daydream Island Resort & Spa
People’s Choice Award – Sex & Chocolate
The WEOA Awards will be held in Melbourne on 28th September to acknowledge the terrific work of wedding suppliers in Victoria!
Special thanks to Evoke Photography and Milque Photography for capturing all the moments you see above!
MW x