Dope Elope V2:
Fall Into Romance

When Autumn rolled into the Brindabellas in 2024, so did our second chapter of Dope Elope — Fall Into Romance.

This concept was born out of a love for seasonal magic and the timeless allure of romance. We wanted to lean into Autumn’s moodier tones and pair them with the modern romantic aesthetic that was [and still is] trending hard at the time. Think 90’s nostalgia but elevated: pearls, roses, bows, and candles, all set against a “be my valentine” palette that felt sleek, refined, and a little bit edgy.

We knew straight away that Brindabella Hills Winery had to be our stage. With its sweeping vineyards, golden light pouring over the mountains, and wine flowing like poetry, it was the perfect backdrop for love stories that deserved nothing less than cinematic. With exclusive access to the whole property, we could let our team of dream collaborators transform every corner into something out of a fairytale.

This time around, Dope Elope 2.0 gave couples choice. For some, it was about the raw intimacy of a true elopement — just them, two witnesses, and the kind of vows that make everyone cry. For others, it was about a Mini Wed — opening the circle to more guests without the overwhelm. Either way, the experience was effortless: all the trimmings, zero stress.

The couples who joined us for Fall Into Romance were a mix of stories that had been waiting in the wings — weddings that were postponed, plans that never quite came together, or dreams that just didn’t fit the traditional mould. This was their chance to finally have it all: access to some of Canberra’s most in-demand creatives, styling that was pure luxury, and a day that felt like them.

And that’s the heart of Dope Elope. Stripping away the fluff, cutting through the noise, and letting couples focus on what matters most. The laughter, the tears, the wine, the view, and the feeling that they were exactly where they were always meant to be.

THE CREATIVES:

Bel Combridge Photography

Corinna & Dylan Photography

Peony N’ Pearl

Kate Lily Dressing Hair

Sarah Marie Celebrancy

SugarPlum Fairy Cakes

Sweet Little Sunday