Fiji Wedding by Jel Photography

June 28th. 2011 by Dawn | Filed Under | 17 comments

There is just something so wonderful about these Fiji nuptials that I could seriously gaze at these stunning images from Jel Photography all day long.  It may have something to do with the jaw-dropping location (un.real) or the bride’s amazing gown (her own design) or the feeling of pure happiness radiating from every single photo.  I suspect that it’s a combination of all of the above, and more, that has left me feeling so enchanted.  I think I just might adore this wedding and I know you will, too.  See even more lovely images in the gallery!

Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography

Photography By / Jel Photography

Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography

Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography

Photography By / Jel Photography

Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography

Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography

Photography By / Jel Photography

Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography
Photography By / Jel Photography

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From the Bride…Planning a wedding is a wonderful mix of emotions – excitement, nervousness and anxiety! Our wedding was like planning a United Nations conference! We live in Singapore, our families live in Australia and the U.K.; friends are in the U.S, Europe and the Middle East; our photographers come from New Zealand, our wedding planner from Queensland; our videographer from San Francisco; and so naturally we decided have our big day in Fiji!

After 5 years together, and three since we were engaged, we finally set a date and wanted to stick to it – but choosing the location was not so easy. After a couple of false starts we chose Fiji – mainly because it would mean a week long vacation for our closest friends and family rather than have the wedding over and done in less than 24 hours!

One grandmother had never flown outside of Australia and didn’t even have a passport, so we knew it would be a logistical challenge. A funny aside to this, when applying for her passport, she discovered the name on her birth certificate was different to the one she’s been using for more than 80 years! We were so lucky that we had travel agent supremo Sue Natho from Essence Tours on our side! Sue is an expert when it comes to Fiji and really guided us in the right direction. With the internet it is simple to find a lot of information when planning a destination wedding – but having that inside knowledge is priceless.

Everyone tells you when you’re planning your wedding that come the big day all the stress will be worth it. Well, a destination wedding is a lot of stress! And they are wrong! If you have a day (or a week in our case) as wonderful as we had it doesn’t just meet expectations, it far surpasses what you could hope for. We had a dream wedding in an idyllic location shared with the most important people in our lives. And the best bit is, you walk away married to the person you love!

Wedding Photography: Jel Photography / Wedding Ceremony Location: Sheraton Fiji Resort / Wedding Reception Location: Fiji Orchid / Videography: Benjamin Hanson / Wedding Dress: Designed by the Bride via the Wedding Present, Singapore / Bride’s Shoes: Bourne Collection / Flowers: Paradise Brides / Planner: Essence Tours / Music: Fiji Choir / Groom’s Shoes: R.M. Williams / Wedding Cake: Taste of Fiji

 

17 Comments about “Fiji Wedding by Jel Photography”

  1. grace says:

    So pretty! I stayed at that hotel a few years ago and wondered what a wedding at that chapel would look like. I love it.

  2. Ashley says:

    Wow, a gorgeous bride and amazing setting!!

  3. Thank you for the opportunity to share this wedding. Words can't describe how amazing our experience was in Fiji with Anna & Shaun. They were so warm and welcoming that it honestly felt like we'd known them for years. Their wedding day was so beautiful and intimate with their close friends and family and the location was just a dream. I don't think we've ever laughed so hard or have had such fond memories of a wedding - I wish we could do it all again every year!

  4. OMG seriously!? This is one of the best wedding I have seen shot in FIJI... this is beautiful. And her dress? Her design!! This is to die for!
    Jel Photography are two talented people! I really love their work. So simple yet always capturing the love, the emotion in the most timeless of ways! I love it!

  5. Alicia says:

    Wow. You had me at Fiji :) This is an absolutely stunning wedding in a breathtaking location = LOVE.

  6. Regina says:

    What a fantastic wedding!! Gorgeous bride and handsome groom both beaming with joy and love xx

  7. Gorgeous pics! Makes me feel like I am actually there breathing in the frangipani yumminess.

  8. lucy says:

    i am getting married in fiji in august.. 12 weeks to go! :) may i ask who did your makeup or what brand you used

  9. ooo yay this has me all excited for our Fiji trip next year... and we're staying there too. Beautiful work team!!

  10. LAK says:

    This is the second wedding dress today on SMP that I am in love with, but was custom designed by the bride! Simply gorgeous.

  11. Mitimiti says:

    Bula ~ how exciting to have been a part of this fabulous occassion and to see the gorgeous photos! Are there any more photos of their reception here at the Fiji Orchid?

  12. a says:

    So lovely and sweet ... gorgeous couple!

  13. Nigel says:

    What an amazing wedding, beautifully portrayed in pictures. Fantastic couple, fabulous location, happy family and friends. What more could you want....What a way to start a marriage!

  14. Donna Tapp says:

    Help I need a photographer for my wedding 11-11-11 at vatulele resort in Fiji

    Any suggestions??

  15. Emily Briggs says:

    who did your makeup it looks amazing

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