For Lauren Phillips, saying yes to her custom-made Con Ilio gown was no doubt almost as special as saying ‘I do’ on Saturday to business owner Lachlan Spark after half a decade together.
But the designer frock wasn’t the only ensemble to make an appearance for Channel Nine TV host’s special day – she also changed into an equally elegant number for her lavish reception.
As the newlyweds celebrate their union in Flinders, Victoria, Daily Mail Australia reveals the elaborate designer looks Lauren sported for the happy occasion.
Plunging necklines, intricate beading and TWO couture gowns: Lauren Phillips’ luxurious designer wedding looks revealed… as she says ‘I do’ in a lavish, star-studded ceremony
Melbourne-based couture wedding label Con Illio happily catered to the stunning brunette’s desire for a fitted bodice with a sweetheart neckline that transformed into a Cinderella-style skirt.
Lauren had been working with the brand for at least two months, posting a picture in a different wedding dress on her Instagram in October.
This one featured a more close-fitted skirt made of satin, rather than the bouncy tulle ballgown design she eventually chose.
With such a statement dress for the ceremony, Lauren kept jewels to an absolute minimum, choosing to showcase a pair of circular silver diamante earrings and forgoing any type of bracelet or necklace.
Ladies in white! She had been working with the brand for at least two months
Say cheese! Each of Lauren’s bridesmaids were also fitted in custom Con Ilio, choosing a separate style for each of the leading ladies
The dress that almost was! This one featured a more close-fitted skirt made of satin, rather than the bouncy tulle ballgown design she eventually chose
Instead she pulled back her hair in a half-up-half-down style and lightly curled it so it fell on the small of her back.
But she didn’t skimp on the veil and chose a traditional design to match her elegant dress.
Each of Lauren’s bridesmaids were also fitted in custom Con Ilio, choosing a separate style for each of the leading ladies.
So sweet! Lauren was walked down the aisle by her father, with guests capturing the special moment on social media
And from the back: Instead she pulled back her hair in a half-up-half-down style and lightly curled it so it fell on the small of her back
Here comes the bride: The father-and-daughter duo looked overjoyed on the special day as the crowd stood up for their arrival
All of them revealed a fair amount of shoulder on the day with strapless and one-armed designs favoured.
For the reception Lauren changed into a second look of similar quality, which featured a plunging neckline, beaded sleeves and a split up the front.
Con Ilio has also created bespoke pieces for Bachelorette Sophie Monk, including her silk Champagne gown during the show’s premiere.
The wedding, which incorporated the hashtag #meetthepharks, was held in picturesque Flinders, Victoria.
Party in the front! For the reception Lauren changed into a second look of similar quality, which featured a plunging neckline, beaded sleeves and a split up the front
Reception dining! Lauren met Lachlan in 2012, with the couple becoming engaged in February last year
Lauren met Lachlan in 2012, with the couple becoming engaged in February last year.
The TV personality was walked down the aisle by her father, with guests capturing the special moment on social media.
She held her father’s arm tight as she took each step wearing her thin veil over her face.
The father-and-daughter duo looked overjoyed on the special day as the crowd stood up for their arrival.
Lauren carried a chic white bouquet in her delicate hands as she made her way to her groom, who was standing under a floral arbor.
Everybody put your hands up! Lauren carried a chic white bouquet in her delicate hands as she made her way to her groom, who was standing under a floral arbor
We did it! Lachlan looked suave in a black suit with a bow-tie as he stared at his stunning bride making her way to him
Lachlan looked suave in a black suit with a bow-tie as he stared at his stunning bride making her way to him.
There appeared to be seating and standing room for more than 150 guests, with the decor in a simplistic white design.
According to reports by News Limited, their decor also featured a first of its kind seven-and-a-half-metre high glass marquee inspired by the nuptials of Pippa Middleton, the sister of the Duchess of Cambridge.
Their romantic ‘I do’ moment was caught on video, with one user sharing the exact moment they shared their first kiss as a married couple.
Traditional: There appeared to be seating and standing room for more than 150 guests, with the decor in a simplistic white design
The lads! Channel Nine reporter Tom Steinfort was best man, while The Project’s Tommy Little also appeared to be part of the group