THE LOVE HUB
M.J. Bale Romantics: Andy Brayshaw
For our Love Hub segment, we chat with loved-up newlyweds – and friends of the brand – to ask all the most pressing questions of their romantic storyline: where did you meet, was it love at first sight… you get the picture.
M.J. Bale: Hi Andy, Congratulations on your wedding! Can you tell us how you both first met?
Lizzie and I went to high school together! The first time we saw each other was at a 13th birthday party. From then on there was always a spark between us.
M.J. Bale: And was it love at first sight?
I fell for her straight away… but we remained just friends for most of high school.
M.J. Bale: What was it about your partner that made you fall for them?
Her smile brought me in and her humour kept me around.
M.J. Bale: What did you love about your partner when you first met them?
She made me feel special every time I saw her.
M.J. Bale: Tell us about the proposal. Where was it? How did it happen? Was it a surprise?
We had already bought the ring together in Paris, but I still managed to surprise her on a walk together in a park back home.
M.J. Bale: Can you tell us a bit about your choice to don an M.J. Bale number for the wedding? Were you chuffed with the final outcome?
I’ve been wearing MJ Bale to the Brownlown Medal for the last 6 years, and I love their style. Me and my groomsmen were so stoked with the final look!
M.J. Bale: Can you both talk to us about the venue for your wedding, where it was, and what was the inspiration? It looked stunning!
We were lucky enough to have our wedding on a family friend’s property in the Swan Valley, WA. Their home is European inspired.
M.J. Bale: Have you had a honeymoon yet, or any plans for one?
Yes, we went straight to the Maldives for 10 days. It was amazing. We had the best time relaxing and reminiscing on our big day!
M.J. Bale: Can you talk to us about the emotions you felt on the wedding day?
It was a crazy week leading up to the wedding and it felt like it flashed before our eyes. We both were just filled with happiness and laughter.
M.J. Bale: Lastly, does life feel any different for you now that you’re married, or is it business as usual?
Business as usual, now just with rings on our fingers!
M.J. Bale: Finally, what advice would you give to other couples planning their big day?
Try to soak it all in and enjoy, its rare that everyone who is important to you both can all be in the same place. Best day ever.