Bride Of The Week: Laura Rando
Written By Lisa Chorna
A love story years in the making, Laura and Joshua’s journey came full circle in a wedding that felt both deeply personal and effortlessly elevated. Set against a backdrop of candlelight and quiet romance, every detail reflected a moment they had waited for—and one they would never forget.
Some love stories take time—years of almosts, missed timing, and quiet familiarity—until everything finally aligns exactly as it should. Laura and Joshua’s journey began when they were just teenagers, crossing paths at 15, long before either of them knew what the future would hold. It would take more than a decade, one final message, and a second chance for their story to truly begin. From their very first date, everything felt certain. Five months later, they were engaged. A year after that, they stood side by side, ready to begin forever.
Set against the iconic backdrop of Sydney Harbour, Joshua’s proposal unfolded aboard a yacht beneath the Harbour Bridge—an intimate, cinematic moment that felt almost suspended in time. That same sense of magic carried into their wedding day, where every detail reflected a vision that was both elevated and deeply personal. At the heart of it all was a quiet intention: to create a space that felt warm, romantic, and unforgettable for everyone in the room.
The reception came to life through a breathtaking candle wall, glowing behind the bridal table and casting a soft, flickering light across the space. It was more than décor—it transformed the entire atmosphere, creating a moment that felt both grand and intimate at once. Surrounded by the people who mattered most, Laura and Joshua allowed themselves to pause, stepping back for a brief moment to take it all in. “Taking a moment at the reception with my husband to be present and soak it all in,” Laura shares. “Everything moves so quickly, and that pause… it’s something I’ll hold onto forever.”
That sense of presence carried throughout the day. Months of planning, decisions, and logistics faded into the background, replaced by something far more meaningful. “Trust the logistics you’ve put in place, then let them go,” Laura reflects. “Once the day starts, you are the guest of honor—not the event manager.” It’s a sentiment she now holds onto deeply, especially knowing just how quickly the celebration unfolds.
“The reception flies by. Take five minutes together, step away, and just watch everyone enjoying themselves. It’s one of the most special moments.” -Laura
At the center of Laura’s vision was a gown that felt less like a dress and more like a work of art. From the very first moment she saw it, the connection was immediate. The intricate detailing, the sculpted silhouette, the way every element came together—it was everything she had imagined, and more. “It wasn’t just a beautiful gown,” she says. “It felt like a piece of art that perfectly captured the elevated, romantic vision I had for our wedding.” After trying on just two dresses, the decision was effortless. Nothing else came close.
On the morning of the wedding, that feeling only deepened. Stepping into her gown marked the moment everything became real. The structure brought a sense of poise, while the movement remained soft and fluid—balanced, effortless, and entirely her own. “It felt like the ultimate version of myself,” Laura shares. The reactions said everything. Bridesmaids, family, and guests were met with audible gasps, followed by quiet tears and overwhelming emotion. “It wasn’t just a garment,” she reflects. “It became the centerpiece of the entire aesthetic we had spent months dreaming up.”
One moment, in particular, stood above the rest—the instant Joshua saw her for the first time. After months of imagining what she might wear, the reality exceeded every expectation. His reaction was immediate, emotional, and entirely genuine. It was a moment Laura had been waiting for throughout the entire planning process, and when it arrived, it felt both powerful and effortless at once. A reminder that, beyond every detail and decision, it all comes back to this: the two of you, standing together.
Looking back, there’s nothing Laura would change. Every detail, every decision, every fleeting moment unfolded exactly as it was meant to. “It was everything I had ever dreamed of,” she says. And perhaps that’s what made it so special—not just the beauty of the day, but the feeling that everything, after all those years, had finally fallen perfectly into place.
Bride | @laura.rando
Groom | @joshycurriotis
Venue | @mca_australia
Planner | @mrssmithweddings
Photo + Video | @saltatelier.wedding
Hair | @vdhair
Makeup | @alexperrinmua
Tanning | @tanning_angel
Catering | @thebiggrouphospitalityagency
Stationery | @maziicollection
Florist | @hermeticaflowers
Candles | @rafcaandco
Entertainment | @itsdavidk_
DJ | @djzeesyd
MC | @yourmcfadi
Cake | @annakyracakes
Cars | @hfweddingcars
Candle Wall | @harboursidedecorators
Rental Items | @whitelabelhire
Cushions | @simply.seated
Draping | @ss_draping
Chandeliers | @chandelierstodiefor
Lighting + AV | @av1_australia
Breakfast Catering | @theblondebutler
Wedding Dress | @galialahav
Wedding Dress | @helenrodriguesbridal
Suit | @belanceworld
Wedding Bands | @cartier
Wedding Bands | @sahagianandco