Max and Alex’s Relaxed Wedding Ceremony at Old Palm Liquor, Brunswick East
Max and Alex chose a Simply You wedding ceremony - a short, heartfelt ceremony celebrating their relationship and the people they love.
They chose Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East, with its warm, cosy atmosphere and fabulous inner-city bar vibes, and planned a wedding that was all about enjoying the whole experience together.
Max and Alex sharing their first look before their wedding ceremony at Old Palm Liquor in Melbourne.
Their wedding is a great example of just how much flexibility there is in how a ceremony can look and feel.
They'd spent time together earlier in the day with Kat and Scout of It’s Beautiful Here photography having their first-look photos taken, so by the time guests arrived, Max and Alex were already feeling relaxed, connected and ready to celebrate.
As everyone gathered at Old Palm Liquor, drinks were flowing, people were mingling and there was such an excited buzz in the room. And their wedding party got to be part of that too. They arrived with everyone else, enjoyed the pre-ceremony catch-ups, and when it was time to begin, I showed them where to stand up the front.
Melbourne celebrant Kate Mac welcoming guests before Max and Alex’s Simply You wedding ceremony at Old Palm Liquor, with their wedding party gathered behind her.
Alex walking down the aisle with her parents as guests cheer during her relaxed wedding ceremony at Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East.
Alex walked in with her parents to an enormous round of cheers from everyone gathered. It was such a fabulous welcome and a wonderful way to begin their ceremony.
We shared some heartfelt acknowledgements of their families and the people who had shaped their lives, reflected on the essence of Max and Alex's relationship, and celebrated the commitment they were making to one another.
It was personal, warm and full of connection, with plenty of smiles and some really lovely moments for Max, Alex and their guests.
Their ceremony felt like a gathering we were all part of. A big conversation celebrating Max and Alex, rather than a performance or a formality.
Max and Alex enjoying their relaxed Simply You wedding ceremony with their wedding party at Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East.
Max and Alex sharing a laugh with their wedding party during their Simply You wedding ceremony at Old Palm Liquor, Melbourne.
A few days after their wedding, Max and Alex shared some lovely feedback they'd received from their guests. People had been telling them how the ceremony brought all the love into the room, how warm and cosy it felt, and how it set the tone for the whole celebration!
Max sharing his wedding vows with Alex during their relaxed Simply You ceremony at Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East.
Melbourne celebrant Kate Mac speaking during Max and Alex’s relaxed Simply You wedding ceremony at Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East.
Max and Alex walking back down the aisle as newlyweds, with guests clapping and cheering at their Old Palm Liquor wedding in Brunswick East.
Oysters, Champagne and Marriage Certificates!
Once Max and Alex were officially married, everyone was ready to keep the celebrations going!
While the drinks were flowing and their guests were celebrating, we took a quick minute to pop into the front bar to sign their marriage certificates.
With oysters, champagne and a moment to raise a glass together, it was such a lovely way to sign their marriage certificates.
I really loved how Max and Alex had planned their day. Their ceremony brought everyone together to celebrate their marriage, and then the party continued around them.
It was relaxed, heartfelt, fun and so perfectly suited to the way they wanted to celebrate.
Melbourne celebrant Kate Mac behind the bar preparing Max and Alex’s marriage certificates for signing at Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East.
Max and Alex signing their marriage certificates at the bar at Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East, with their witness looking on.
Melbourne celebrant Kate Mac handing Alex a pen to sign her marriage certificate at the bar at Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East.
A Short Wedding Ceremony, Your Way
Max and Alex's wedding is such a great example of how a Simply You ceremony can bring everyone together, celebrate your relationship and set the tone for everything that follows. It might be short, but it’s still created just for you.
Max and Alex with their Melbourne wedding celebrant Kate Mac at Old Palm Liquor in Brunswick East, following their relaxed Simply You wedding ceremony.
Whether you're planning a small gathering, a big wedding, or something in between, a short ceremony can be full of personality, warmth and meaning.
And there's so much flexibility in how it all comes together, from the way your guests gather and take part, to the moments we create.
If you're planning a relaxed wedding in Melbourne, I'd love to help you explore the possibilities for your own Simply You ceremony. You can read more about a Simply You ceremony or get in touch via my Contact page.
Max & Alex’s Melbourne Wedding Team
The wonderful people who helped bring Max and Alex's celebrations together:
Venue: Old Palm Liquor, Brunswick East
Photography: It's Beautiful Here @itsbeautifulhere
DJ: Disco Trench (Luke)
Flowers: Arranged by Max and Alex with wholesale flowers
Celebrant: Celebrant Kate Mac
And of course, Max and Alex themselves. It was such great getting to know them, hearing about the life they've built together and being part of their celebration!