Moeko & Marcus’ Melbourne Wedding

Every wedding has a story, and Moeko and Marcus’ celebration was one shaped by memories, personal touches, and meaningful spaces that captured their love. From discovering Molly Rose Brewing, one of the most unique wedding venues Melbourne has to offer, to incorporating timeless floral arrangements inspired by family traditions, they created a day filled with intention and warmth.

In this Q&A, Moeko and Marcus take us behind the scenes, sharing how they chose Molly Rose for its sentimental value, how they approached wedding planning as a team, and why floral design was central to creating the natural, understated elegance they envisioned. With insights into their planning process and their experience working with April & Fritz, Moeko and Marcus’s journey is a beautiful example of how thoughtful details can make a celebration unforgettable. Read on to hear about the small yet powerful choices that made their wedding day uniquely theirs.

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

Discovered through the GABS festival, we liked the beers, and asked if they could host our event. We frequented Molly Rose and absolutely loved their beers and ambience. We were not going to consider other options unless they said no.

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

We didn’t necessarily start with a budget. We talked through all aspects of the wedding together and naturally took responsibility for different aspects of the wedding. We discussed where we would take quality over frugality, and vice versa. Because we decided that it would be a small event with close family and friends, in a way, it made the decision-making process easier, as our options were already limited.

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

We wanted every moment to be very personal, as we only invited those who are closest to us and because we are not the most outgoing people. We wanted the flowers to have impact but not be overpowering or tacky. I always had an image of it being very natural with lots of green and a bit of muted colour. We also wanted to keep the whole event and decor of the event low maintenance, because that’s how we live our everyday lives. We wanted the focus to be on celebrating our marriage with those who mean the most to us, which in the end we were able to do.

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

I’ve always loved flowers. It was a past time that I have fond memories with my late grandmother and my auntie. My grandmother always had beautiful flowers in the garden and arrangements throughout the house. When putting on events, floral arrangements were at the forefront. Our close family friend, similar to Bree, brought our visions to life without much direction being given, and took our breath away every time. Beautiful floral arrangements can effortlessly bring together the look and feel of a venue, which was something I wanted.

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

We had an initial consult, and we immediately felt comfortable with Bree.

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?

Bree listened to us, asked questions and sent us a vision board that she would edit if and when other details came to light. The planning process was stress free as Bree was extremely transparent with the costs, the availability of flowers and the possibilities of what the florals would look like on the day of. Her knowledge, authenticity, clarity and friendliness made the entire process a comfortable one.

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

Effortlessly brought the space together. It also made a beautiful background for photos.

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

Bree making note of the types of flowers we wanted, like orchids and bushy garden roses. She has such a great attention to detail.

Anything else you’d like to share?

From start to finish, Bree ensured that we were confident that our floral vision would come to life and gave us comfort by providing us with an exceptional level of communication. From the first meeting online, to the site visit, to the last meeting online, Bree took her time to talk us through the elements and took the time to make sure she understood our vision. I cannot recommend Bree and the April and Fritz team enough. Thank you so much for making our special day that much more special!

Final Thoughts

Moeko and Marcus’s wedding was a beautiful testament to the power of meaning, connection, and thoughtfully chosen details. From the intimate setting at Molly Rose Brewing to the natural floral arrangements that honoured their family traditions, every aspect of their celebration reflected their shared values and personal style. Thank you, Moeko and Marcus, for sharing your journey with us!

We extend our gratitude to the amazing team who contributed to making this day as special as it was:

Venue: Molly Rose Brewing (@mollyrosebrewing)
Photographer: Peter Ingamells (@peter.ingamells.photography)
Floral design: April & Fritz (@aprilandfritz)
Cake: The Cake Makers Daughter