Shadi and Duncan at Pier One Sydney Harbour
Shadi and Duncan were married at Pier One Sydney Harbour on 20 September 2025. Very strong wind on the harbour did not mix well with the technology, and it still all came together. They booked on-the-day coordination with Managing Matrimony. The photographs are by Storytellers Wedding Collective.
- Date
- Venue
- Pier One Sydney Harbour
- Region
- Sydney
- Service
- On-the-day coordination
- Photographs
- Storytellers Wedding Collective
The photographs
What the day threw at us
Let’s just say very strong winds & technology do not mix well. It all came together - but lots of lessons were learnt by all vendors haha.
In their words
“Even if you’ve DIY’d most of your wedding, you absolutely need an on the day coordinator…”
Jordan and Michael were the glue that held our special day (and the weeks leading up to it) together, we absolutely could not have done it without them. Jordan is incredibly lovely to work with, she brings your vision to life and helps you navigate all the little hurdles in the lead up and on the day. She brings structure, calm and joy into the planning process. On the day, you can relax and enjoy every moment knowing that her and the team have got it all handled. What an absolute joy to work with, could not recommend them enough! Even if you’ve DIY’d most of your wedding, you absolutely need an on the day coordinator…thank you so much Managing Matrimony ❤️
Their story
The couple
Shadi & Duncan met while studying at university. With Duncan’s work taking him overseas a lot of the time, their love has never wavered. Both our bride & groom are such genuine and lovely people. I got teary during their aisle walk. They were also so generous and spoiled us silly.
The venue
The beautiful Pier One hotel - how could you not love the location, the interior and everything it has to offer. They chose the hotel as all of their loved ones could easily stay on-site, and everything was in one location. The ceremony & cocktail hour took place on the pier facing the Harbour Bridge, with the reception just inside.
What we loved
The views were just spectacular, and a daytime wedding meant everyone got to make the most of them. The sun shone on Sydney Harbour and it was beautiful. The ceremony was filled with love, and the reception was truly Shadi & Duncan. We can’t forget all of the work Shadi put into the colour palette and DIY elements. Everything was so considered and it looked incredible.
The songs
- Pre-Bridal ProcessionalBrown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison (Performed Acoustic)
- Bridal ProcessionalYellow - Coldplay (Performed Acoustic)
- Ceremony InterludeUnite & Bind - Ali Youseffi (Performed Acoustic)
- SigningBetter Together - Luke Combs (Performed Acoustic)
- RecessionalCrazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen (Performed Acoustic)
- Couple Reception EntranceI’m a Believer - Smash Mouth (Performed Acoustic)
The vendors who made it
- VenuePier One Sydney Harbour
- On-the-day coordinationManaging Matrimony
- HireD Plus D Events
- PhotographyStorytellers Wedding Collective
- ExtrasIllustory Studio
- EntertainmentSarah Parkin Music
- CakesENZE Bakery
- Hair and MakeupMakeup by Mary
What they booked with us
On-The-Day Coordination
On-the-day coordination for six, eight, ten or twelve hours: your vendors briefed, your run sheet built with you, the ceremony cued, the day kept to time and your own decor packed down.
From $1,800 inc. GST
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