A Family Celebration for Matteo’s Christening

Planning a Melbourne Christening involves many thoughtful decisions, from choosing the perfect venue, food options, photo moments and more. We believe curating the perfect Christening flowers involves not just creativity, but a deep understanding of the family's vision and the event's significance. When Matteo's parents, Bree & Daniel, approached April & Fritz to create something at Oliva Social, we knew it was an opportunity to create a day filled with joy and beauty. Read on to learn more about how Matteo’s parents put together the perfect Christening with the help of April & Fritz.

How did you find Oliva Social and select it over other locations as the venue for your event? What were you looking for in a venue?

My family knows the manager Carl and the events planner Federica from a cafe they used to run in Northcote. We absolutely loved their customer service and knew they would help us plan and run an amazing event. We love the authentic Italian vibe that comes with the venue, alongside the great food and open space that made it so easy to cater for all ages at our event, from babies to the nonni!

What was your plan of attack for the planning process? Budgets, making decisions, inviting guests?

We set a budget based on our first son, Massimo’s christening. I initially wanted to keep it intimate but my husband wanted to invite the extended family which ended up being around 70 people! I basically just kept it as simple as possible with the styling, knowing how impactful beautiful flowers can be and a basic backdrop to set them on.

What was your vision for the day and how did you choose your style? Why was this important to you?

I knew I wanted a blue theme and really wanted to showcase florals for the event. For Massimo’s christening I showcased balloons, so I really wanted to make it different for Matteo. I basically came across some inspiration images online and got in contact with April & Fritz, and Bree took it from there! It felt nice to have one less thing to worry about in the lead up to the christening.

Why was including floral arrangements as part of your event important to you?

I love the look of fresh flowers. I feel like it can really elevate a room and give it a wow factor. As the christening is quite formal to us, we wanted to make the venue look extra special for our little man!

What led you to choose April & Fritz for your floral design?

Bree! Her eye for detail is exceptional. I trust her and wholeheartedly knew she would create the most beautiful arrangements for Matteo. From sending her a few pictures she was able to put together the most beautiful mood board to summarise what the arrangements would look like on the day. In the end, I basically just said you do your thing and that she did!!

Could you share some insights into your planning process for the floral design? How did April & Fritz assist you in bringing your vision to life?

I shared a few images of some different arrangements I liked but knew Bree would be able to take it to the next level. The images were all fake flowers which looked okay, but could not compare to the final product Bree put together on the day. She was able to send different options back and forth until it met our budget. She also suggested putting some beautiful blue tealight candles throughout the space which added some extra flare throughout.

In what ways do you feel the floral designs contributed to the overall atmosphere of your day?

It really lifted the room and was the showcase of the day. It was so beautiful seeing the flowers in all the photos as they weren’t only where the backdrop was, but Bree had strategically placed them throughout the room so it seemed as though there were beautiful flowers to look back on in every photo! Everywhere you looked there was a touch of flowers throughout the space, which really made it look extra lux.

Were there any specific moments or details related to the floral designs that stood out to you?

I absolutely loved the two flower clouds that were the main focus of the day around the backdrop and cake. The arrangements were so beautiful and really looked like they were floating. It was the perfect frame for photos.

What’s some advice you would give to other families looking to create their own event for their child?

Focus on the colours and vibe you’re going after and send it through to Bree. She comes up with the most beautiful arrangements and is more than happy to send different options to help you make your decision.

Anything else you’d like to share?

I really recommend adding fresh flowers from April and Fritz to your event. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gone back and looked at the photos, absolutely doting over the flowers! It’s such a simple touch of elegance that I believe really makes the event, and for me, someone who doesn’t know very much about flowers, having Bree support me through the process was absolutely seamless!

Final Thoughts

As Matteo's Christening day came together, it was a pleasure for us to collaborate with Bree & Daniel in bringing their vision to life through our floral designs. We're honoured to have contributed to their special day, enhancing it with personalised touches that reflected their style. Our commitment to creating beautiful Melbourne Christening flowers extends beyond aesthetics; it's about enriching moments and creating lasting impressions. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your most special memories as a family.

Venue: Oliva Social (@olivasocial)
Florals: April & Fritz (@aprilandfritz)
Content Creator: Behind The Scenes By H (@btsby.h)
Cake: My Sweet Fix (@mysweetfix)