Mellyrain Creative is a Victoria-based studio and we love a destination wedding brief. Led by Wedding Planner and Founder Melanie, whose background in major event production brings calm, precision and insider know-how to every wedding she creates with couples.
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meet melanie
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Melanie is the founder of Mellyrain Creative and the person by your side from first enquiry through to final dance.
Plenty of wedding planners come into the industry after planning their own wedding and loving the process. Mel’s path was different. She spent years in event management, coordinating major events for the likes of Paul McCartney, the Australian Open and Sia. That’s a world where “let’s hope it works out” isn’t an option. For the past seven years she’s brought that same precision and calm under pressure to weddings across Victoria and beyond.
And here’s the part that surprises couples: Mel hasn’t planned her own wedding (shocking, we know!). That means her advice is never shaped by her own day or her own preferences. Her opinion is always unbiased and completely focused on you, with her logistics brain constantly ticking over on how to get the best outcome from every decision.
YOUR WEDDING PLANNER & FOUNDER
meet lauren
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Lauren isn't your average wedding stylist. Not every stylist is a florist or a graphic designer. Most stylists create the concept, then have to source a separate florist and a separate graphic designer or stationer to bring it to life. Lauren is a qualified florist and graphic designer with 13 years in the industry, so your florals, stationery, signage and styling are all designed and made in-house at Mellyrain Creative.
That means your whole look comes from one creative mind rather than being pieced together from separate suppliers. It covers the invitation that gives guests their first glimpse of the day, the flowers they walk past on the way in, and the little details they notice once they sit down.
YOUR STYLIST & DESIGNER
kind words from our couples
sarah & patrick · mount mitchell estate
"Where do we begin with just how amazing Mel and the team at Mellyrain Creative are. Safe to say we were blissfully ignorant on the amount of time, mental energy, and decision making involved with planning a private property wedding, and we thank our lucky stars we had Mel to guide us.
From our very first meeting, we knew Mel’s calm and organised personality coupled with her enthusiasm and genuine care was just what we needed to help guide us through the process. Mel treated us like family, she was decisive, honest, brilliantly creative in her styling decisions, and guided us through all the steps of what it takes to plan a magical day.
She backed us in, listened to our thoughts and captured our inspiration perfectly. She allowed us to find fair, reasonable and amazing quality vendors. But most importantly she did all of the above whilst being an incredible person.
We already knew Mel was amazing in the lead up to the wedding, but she truly shone on the day. She allowed us to fully relax and enjoy our day without having to stress about logistics, vendor coordination, or troubleshooting. She was somehow always there when we needed her, with a spare pair of shoes, blister patches, or lip balm, all whilst troubleshooting issues behind the scenes with us and our guests none the wiser.
If planning a wedding daunts you or you’re short on time like we were, or you just want to ensure you have the best day of your lives, we could not recommend Mel and her team more. We cannot express how important it is to have quality professionals around you in the planning process and the actual day of your wedding, and hiring Mellyrain Creative is truly the best investment you’ll make."
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andrea & matt · feathertop private estate
"Where do we begin with Mel. Like many couples, we were a little naive at first and thought a wedding planner wasn't really necessary - well, weren't we wrong.
From the moment we started working with Mel, it became clear just how invaluable she is. Her planning is exceptional - thoughtful, organised, and completely seamless. She understood our vision, elevated it in ways we hadn't even considered, and handled everything with such care and precision.
And then you meet her on your wedding day... and that's truly priceless. Mel brings such a calm, warm, and reassuring presence, while quietly ensuring every detail is executed to perfection behind the scenes. We were able to fully relax, be present, and soak in every moment, knowing everything was in the best possible hands.
She's like having your best friend by your side - but one who also happens to be incredibly talented, experienced, and completely across every detail.
Choosing Mel was, without a doubt, the best decision we made for our wedding day, and we couldn't recommend her more highly."
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FAQ's
How long has Mellyrain Creative been operating?
Mellyrain Creative was founded by Melanie in 2018. It began with a single client, her brother's wedding, and has grown into a full-service destination wedding planning and styling studio, now taking on 20 couples per year across Victoria, New South Wales and the wider Australian region.
What does it feel like to work with Mellyrain Creative?
Couples consistently describe working with Mellyrain Creative as feeling like having a knowledgeable, calm and genuinely invested friend guiding them through the process. Melanie becomes your trusted adviser, available to answer questions, provide honest intel, and manage every logistical detail so you can focus on enjoying your engagement. The goal is for planning to feel exciting rather than overwhelming.
Who is Melanie from Mellyrain Creative?
Melanie is the founder and director of Mellyrain Creative, a destination wedding planning and styling studio based in Victoria, Australia. She has been planning weddings for over 7 years and personally leads all Plan and Plan + Style weddings. Before founding Mellyrain Creative, Melanie coordinated major events for Paul McCartney, The Australian Open and Sia.
Has Mellyrain Creative's work been published or featured anywhere?
Yes. Mellyrain Creative's work has been featured in Vogue Australia and The Bridal Journey. The Vogue Australia feature covered the wedding of Madi Wilson and Matt Short, planned and styled by Melanie and the team at a private property in Portsea, Victoria.
Is Mellyrain Creative the right fit if I'm a control freak?
Yes! And many of Mellyrain Creative's couples say exactly this before booking. The planning process is deeply collaborative. You're involved in every key decision, with Melanie providing the expert guidance, honest feedback and vetted options to make those decisions feel clear and confident. Rather than handing control over, you gain a trusted adviser who helps you exercise it more effectively.
What is Melanie's background before wedding planning?
Before weddings, Melanie managed major events at the highest level, including international tours for Paul McCartney, The Australian Open and performances for Sia. She applies the same logistical precision, attention to detail and calm under pressure to every wedding she plans. It's this background that sets Mellyrain Creative apart from a traditional wedding planning studio.
How does Melanie approach the planning process?
Melanie's approach is built on open, honest and candid communication. No fluff, no trends for the sake of trends. Every planning journey begins with understanding exactly who you are as a couple, what matters most to you, and what you want your celebration to feel like. From there, your vision is mapped into a clear, actionable blueprint and executed with precision by the Mellyrain Creative team.
Can Mellyrain Creative work with us if we live interstate or overseas?
Absolutely. Mellyrain Creative works with couples based across Australia and internationally, including London and Los Angeles. All planning consultations are conducted via Google Meet, and the team manages every vendor, logistics detail and creative element remotely and on the ground. So distance is never an obstacle to a beautifully curated celebration.
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If you're a couple who values expertise over ego, truth over trends, and creating memories that grow more meaningful with time, then we're the ones you've been searching for. It's time to curate your destination wedding in its most intentional form.
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