Tuesday 28th October 2025
Feathertop Private Estate
Porepunkah, Victoria
Mellyrain Creative, we curate effortlessly elegant celebrations across Regional Victoria's most prestigious venues. This exclusive workshop offers hands-on education in our signature styling methodology, business foundations, and networking opportunities with Melbourne and Regional Victoria's most trusted wedding professionals.
Whether you're a wedding planner seeking to elevate your styling services, an established stylist wanting to refine your approach, or entering the wedding industry, you'll receive personalised mentorship in an intimate setting at one of Regional Victoria's most exclusive private estates.
This workshop combines hands-on styling practice, business strategy education, and genuine networking opportunities. This isn't generic education. This is the exact methodology that creates those effortlessly elegant celebrations your dream clients seek.
You've admired the celebrations. You've studied the tablescapes. Now learn the styling approach that creates Mellyrain Creative's signature "effortlessly elegant" aesthetic. This isn't generic styling education. This is the exact methodology Melanie applies to every styling concept.
Beyond beautiful styling lies strategic business foundations. Learn how to package your styling services, price with confidence, market authentically, and build a sustainable styling business that attracts discerning clients who value your expertise.
Connect with Melbourne and Regional Victoria's most trusted wedding professionals in an intimate setting. Build relationships that become referral partnerships, collaborative opportunities, and lifelong industry connections.
With 7+ years specialising in Regional Victoria's most prestigious celebrations, Melanie's effortlessly elegant styling has been featured in Vogue Australia.
Melbourne photographer with 12+ years experience who's hosted 15+ sold-out workshops teaching styling and photography collaboration.
Note: Ash Haase is hosting a seperate photography workshop better suited to photographers. More information here.
Exclusive invite-only winery in Porepunkah with breathtaking Mount Buffalo views and alpine vistas
1:00PM | ARRIVAL & WELCOME
Arrive at Feathertop Estate and check in with the team. Light refreshments served while you connect with fellow attendees and take in the stunning High Country views.
1:30PM - 2:30PM | STYLING FOUNDATIONS & BUSINESS MASTERY
Dive into Mellyrain Creative's signature styling methodology with Melanie. Learn the step-by-step approach to building tablescapes from the ground up, plus pricing, packaging, and marketing strategies that attract high-value clients.
2:30PM - 6:30PM | HANDS-ON STYLING EXPERIENCE
Get hands-on creating the "Effortlessly Bold Elegance" tablescape vision with Melanie's expert guidance.
6:30PM - 7:30PM | PROFESSIONAL PACK-DOWN
Learn the behind-the-scenes logistics of styling breakdown and venue handover. Discover the details that separate professionals from amateurs.
8:00PM | OPTIONAL NETWORKING DINNER
Continue connections at Porepunkah Pub with local cuisine and deeper industry conversations. Additional cost, pay direct at venue.
How seamless it was to just go about our wedding. I’m a control freak so handing over the reins is always hard, but Mel was absolutely incredible. I’m actually crying writing this with how grateful I am that I got to enjoy the day with Matt. Mel just gets things done. She is everything and more.
Melanie was our on the day coordinator, and looked after our vendor communications. She crafted the BEST run sheet I’ve ever seen and kept what was important to Matt and I at the forefront. Most importantly, we felt totally at ease throughout the whole wedding planning process and on the day.
From the moment I was introduced to Mel, I instantly felt like everything was under control. If I had any questions, she was there to answer them. I honestly don’t know what I would have done without her!
I confess, I was one of those brides who thought I didn’t need a wedding planner. Without her we wouldn’t have found the most caring and hardworking suppliers who made the day unforgettable. Honestly, we wouldn’t have been able to pull off the incredible event and our wedding wouldn’t have been the raging success it was without Mel.
Mel and Megan’s coordination, hard work and love for what they do was an absolute asset to the wedding planning journey. When Mel came on the scene, all our stress was squashed! Our day wouldn’t have been as seamless, easy or carefree without the team. We cannot thank them enough for making our day unforgettable!
She has a genuine care for the couples she works with. We found her extensive knowledge super helpful as we juggled wedding planning amongst our busy lives. She cared about the event running smoothly and the people that were a part of it!
Absolutely! You'll receive 10 professional photos of the styling workshop that you can use to share your experience at the workshop (with usage agreement terms).
That's totally okay! This space is intentionally welcoming, and inclusive. No forced networking. The intimate group size (just 5 attendees) creates connections naturally.
his workshop is crafted for wedding planners and stylists, and other wedding creatives who are ready to elevate their styling craft, deepen their business foundations, and connect with likeminded creatives across Melbourne and Regional Victoria.
A full list of what to pack will be sent to you closer to the date but think comfy and practical. No heels required! We'll provide all styling materials and tools needed for the hands-on experience.
You'll need to arrange your own accommodation. Bright and surrounding areas offer beautiful options.
Not at all! Whether you're just starting your styling journey or looking to refine your approach and business processes, you'll receive tailored insights and personalised guidance to help you grow.
That's totally okay! This space is intentionally welcoming, and inclusive. No forced networking. The intimate group size (just 5 attendees) creates connections naturally.
Yes, this professional development should be tax deductible for your business. Double check with your accountant to confirm, but this is exactly the kind of investment that grows your expertise and your bottom line.
Due to the intimate nature of this workshop and limited spots, tickets are non-refundable. However, you're welcome to transfer your ticket to another wedding professional if you can't attend.
This is your invitation to step into exclusive expertise and build a styling business that attracts clients who appreciate true craftsmanship.
First come, first served. Once sold out, that's it. No more tickets.