Wedding | Natasha & Mitchell

Tell us a little about yourselves!  

Mitchell grew up in a small town in Wisconsin and I was raised on Australia’s Gold Coast. Careers in film brought us both to Los Angeles, where one night in an old bar on Hollywood Boulevard a playful exchange and a great mullet sparked something everlasting. Since then we have built a life together around storytelling, travel and bringing people together.

Although we legally married in Los Angeles two years ago, this weekend was about finally celebrating with the people who have shaped our lives. We wanted our families and friends, many meeting for the first time, to share good food, music and laughter at The Robertson Hotel in what felt like a reunion, a celebration and a  promise all at once.

Why did you decide to get married where you did?  

What drew us to The Robertson Hotel in New South Wales was its character and sense of history. Set among the rolling hills of the Southern Highlands, it offered one welcoming place where everyone could settle in and slow down rather than travel between sites. We were hoping for a setting that felt personal and cosy, and the hotel gave us exactly that.

How many guests did you have?  

Sixty five people travelled from every corner of the globe. It was the ideal number to celebrate in a big way while still keeping an intimate atmosphere.

What was your budget?  

After flights and currency conversions, we landed at about $38,000 AUD.

Tell us about your outfits.  

Over the weekend, we wove together modern lines and nostalgic touches. We drew inspiration from  Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s minimalism, blended in old-world romance, and threaded through a hint of mid-century charm. My drop-waist corseted gown and Mitch’s relaxed tailoring were grounded by  

vintage accents: Oscar de la Renta lace slingbacks, a 1930s hand-crocheted set, thrifted Italian pearl-drop earrings. We kept the palette soft and neutral to maintain cohesion, but invited our wedding party to play with fabrics and textures so nothing felt overly matching. Above all, we wanted to be ourselves, to move freely, to celebrate fully, and to feel as though each moment could belong in a  romantic film.  

Getting ready  - While getting ready I chose something soft and romantic, a vintage eighties silky ivory slip with a sheer embroidered shoulder padded robe layered over it. The delicate detailing photographed beautifully and made me feel like a bride even before I put on my dress.  

Ceremony  - For the ceremony I wore a WONA Concept structured strapless gown with a corseted drop waist bodice and full skirt in white ivory satin, paired with thrifted sheer gloves and a long veil for a classic silhouette. I picked the dress in a WONA boutique in Beverly Hills. Compliments to WONA as the gown survived three international trips in carry-on luggage before the wedding and still held it’s shape.  Mitch wore a handmade dark pinstripe suit with a crisp crew neck tee and a white flower  boutonniere, tailored yet relaxed. Together our looks leaned toward muted twentieth century glamour.  

After party  - For the after party and cake cutting we changed into something lighter and more playful. I swapped my gown for a short low back mini dress with delicate spaghetti straps and kept my sheer gloves for a little drama. Mitch kept the pinstripe trousers but switched into a crisp white knit shirt for a modern twist. It was the perfect way to finish the night, still coordinated but relaxed enough to really  celebrate.  

What was the most important aspect for you, in terms of planning your wedding?  

Creating an experience where everyone could unwind and form connections. I have been living  overseas for almost a decade and this was the first time Mitch’s family was flying in from the United  States to meet mine. We wanted to make up for lost time and give everyone space to know each other, laugh together and create authentic memories. By choosing a remote venue to host the entire  weekend, adding unhurried moments like the welcome party and brunch and keeping the styling and food warm and approachable, it became a home-like holiday with almost a fun, summer camp feel with all our favourite people; exactly what we hoped for.

Were there any elements that were important for you to incorporate? 

Almost everything about the weekend was intentionally personal. We wrote handwritten letters to each guest to express how meaningful it was to have them travel so far. A candle lit reception with the fireplace roaring on a rainy evening created a dreamy atmosphere. We opted for a martini tower  instead of champaign, a cigarette station to enjoy post desert. Name cards were handwritten by Mitch’s mother, a welcome sign crafted by my father, the bouquets and button-hole florals were made by our close friend Deelan Do, outfits were tailored by our colleagues from the costume department on our current production in Rome and décor was set by our cousins, aunts, uncles and parents as a bonding moment. Our ceremony was officiated by our friend Jarad Langmaid and MC’d by our friend Jake Moss.  

Our lives have always been shaped by cinema so many of our style choices were influenced by  favourite films and by our contrasting cultures. Visible in silhouettes, textures, colours, music,  photography and settings that felt instantly nostalgic. It was our way of weaving the medium that  brought us together into the celebration itself.

Any tips for couples getting married?  

Make it personal and build in time to enjoy it because guests remember warmth and connection more than perfection. The idea of everything being cultivated by our loved ones allowed us to release all expectations of perfection and opened us up to feel the love of those around us. Let friends and family help, slow down on the day itself and stay present. Those little moments will be what you treasure most.

Are there any vendors that you would like to tell us a little more about?  

Maddie from Rosey Days, our florist, deserves a special mention for her creativity and flexibility. She  was willing to pivot on the day yet still brought our vision to life beautifully. Our photographers and  videographers, the ultimate power couple Laura and Matt Dwyer of Good Day Dwyer, completely  understood us and went above and beyond not only for us but for our guests as well. Their ability to  move between mediums while prioritizing authentic moments on film blew us away, and our friends are still asking about them. Kate, our makeup artist, from The Future Mrs, was a calm, patient and reassuring presence in the morning rush. We feel incredibly lucky to have had such a talented and kind team around us.

Photographer & Videographer: Good Day Dwyer @gooddaydwyer | Flora: Rosey Days @roseydays_ | Ceremony & Reception Location: The Robertson Hotel @therobertsonhotel | Celebrant: Jarad Langmaid (Friend of  the couple) | HMUA: The Future Mrs @thefuture_mrs @makemeupkate | Cake: Cakes2U | Entertainment: Kamura via Oberon Lane @oberonlane @thesoundofkamura | Dress: Wona Concept @wona_concept |Jewellery: Mostly all thrifted in Los Angeles, Rome and Florence | Engagement & Wedding Rings: Thrifted in Los Angeles  | Shoes: Vintage Oscar de la Renta via The Real Real @therealreal