Salt spoke with newlyweds Jessi and Curtis, whose Noosa Springs wedding was filled with fun, family, friends and a surprise dance.
How did you meet?
It all began around 2012 or 2013 when I was working as a hairstylist and Curtis’ sister, Chelsea, booked him in for a haircut. I remember it being one of the hardest haircuts I had ever done, not because of the style, but because Curtis was so handsome and kind that I struggled to keep my cool. I was in a relationship at the time, so she spent the whole appointment talking about my boyfriend just to play it safe. Years later, fate brought us together again, this time on a dance floor.
I spotted Curtis in a black suit, and sparks instantly flew. Soon after, I confessed to Chelsea that I had a major crush on her brother. The rest is history.
What was the proposal like?
Curtis proposed during a holiday in Agnes Water. We took a walk along the beach, and in the middle of that perfect, peaceful moment, Curtis grabbed my hand and dropped to one knee. “You know I love you very much – will you marry me?” he asked. I dropped to my knees too, overwhelmed with joy, and said yes immediately. Just before it happened, I noticed the numbers 444 appearing – a sign that a person is going to successfully make a big decision, progress toward their goals and gain more control over their life.
What was the inspiration behind your wedding theme/vibe?
A modern black-tie celebration in timeless black and white. Designed with intention, our day was about shared moments and meaningful details, from the linen signage and monochrome newspapers to the long candlelit tables where we gathered to share a meal. With silver accents, custom wine bottles and the sound of a saxophone in the air, the evening blended classic romance with contemporary elegance.
What was the most memorable moment of your wedding day?
For me, it was the much-anticipated bride-and-groom dance surprise, which we practised for months leading up to the wedding with our amazing friend and dance teacher, Stephanie Manitzky, who owns Glow Pilates. She choreographed a dance that went from slow to show, starting with Luke Combs’ Beautiful Crazy and ending in full party mode – the Conga. It got all the guests up on the dance floor. For Curtis, it was sharing time with friends and family under the shelter during the massive downpour of rain, right as we were about to begin the ceremony. Some guests described it as an icebreaker, bringing everyone together.
Why did you choose Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort?
It truly had everything we could have wanted in one beautiful place. From the moment we visited, we knew it was perfect. Being surrounded by lush greenery and a stunning golf course, it offered that relaxed, elegant Noosa feel we love, without having to leave the one venue. Our family and friends could all stay on-site in the resort’s accommodation, which made the whole weekend feel like a getaway together. Between events, everyone could unwind at the spa, play a round of golf, or enjoy a long lunch overlooking the fairways. It felt intimate, luxurious, and effortless all at once.
Having everything in one spot meant we could focus on celebrating and soaking up every moment, surrounded by our loved ones.
What was the highlight of your day?
One highlight was riding around in the golf carts with our bridal party during our sunset photos and having a moment to process the ceremony, high on life. And riding back to the reception with our ‘just married’ sign and ‘wedding cans’, seeing all our guests at the Sunset Bar waving at us.
Did you incorporate any personal touches or traditions into your wedding?
Every part of the wedding was thoughtful. We wanted our guests to be a part of the wedding as much as possible. We created custom newspapers for all guests with timetables, word search, bridal party information and honeymoon information. This helped the guests feel informed and entertained, while we took photos during cocktail hour. Our ‘guest book’ was a custom deck of cards with our engagement photos on one side and a place to write a message on the other.
What was your favourite part of the reception?
Looking out at all our favourite people in the one place, sitting next to each other with our maid of honour and best man. And of course, dancing the night away with the Hamilton Band.
What advice would you give to couples currently planning their wedding?
Spend where it matters most to you. For us, that was music, food and photography. The things that brought people together and helped us relive the magic of the day.
If you are like us and don’t want to leave the dance floor, lock in a band that gets everyone on their feet and makes the night unforgettable. The best moments often happen when the music takes over.
How do you feel now that the big day is behind you and you are officially married?
As we said in our vows, we both share the belief that family is the most important thing. And we cannot wait to start our new family together as Mr and Mrs Hyne.
One year after our wedding, we are excited to have recently welcomed our firstborn child!
Finer details
Ceremony & reception venue: @noosaspringsweddings, Celebrant: @HitchedbyHulm – Tiffany Duncan, Rings: @RedCloudJewels – Custom made by Wayne Doyle in Agnes Water, Florist: @Willowbudflowers, Furniture hire: @splashevents, Make up: @laurenmontgomerymakeup, Hair: @evalynparsonsweddings, Photographer & Videographer: @mearsproductions, Musician: @hamiltonbandau, Wedding Dress: @spherebridalgallery, Bridesmaid dresses: Mossman, Suits: @__female.store, Cake: @cafesisly, Stationery: @customwondersemporium