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(PLAY ME!)
Colin
+
Stamatina
BECOME ONE UNDER THE SUN, ON:
14.11.25 | 15.11.25 | 16.11.25
THE COVE | JERVIS BAY NSW
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THE GROOM
Colin Michael Smith
THE BRIDE
Stamatina Theodorakopoulos
DESTINATION
THE COVE | Ellmoos Road via Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay Village NSW 2540
WEDDING DATES
14.11.2025 | 15.11.2025 | 16.11.2025
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OUR LOVE STORY!
Once upon a Boxing Day, we met for the first time at a crystal shop in Bondi. With the high electrical charge in the air, we then bonded over some food, and a romantic stroll on the beach, and of course some more food. The familiarity was undeniable, like instant soul recognition – a remembrance even. 6 hours went by in a flash, the strange synchronicities started adding up, and the rest was history.
Since then, we have moved mountains together, climbed literal mountains, and even frequently encounter strangely mirrored experiences. If Colin would cop a parking ticket, Stamatina would too just a few days later. Or if Stamatina cut the left side of her lip, this would happen to Colin soon after too, and without trying. Not only did we realise that our past histories, interests, and perspectives were so similar, but we were noticing in real time that our current experiences were almost identical too – as if looking and speaking into a mirror, or experiencing the same story in two different bodies. Truly, #twinning.
Over time, we couldn’t help but refer to Plato’s idea of the soul’s origin (of course we had to quote Greek philosophy didn’t we?!). Plato suggested that humans were formerly spherical beings made up of two similar halves. Every human had four limbs, four legs, and two faces that faced each other, made up of male (descending from the sun), female (descending from the earth), and androgynous (descending from the moon). They were so powerful that the gods felt threatened, so Zeus split them in half to weaken them. And ever since, each soul has been searching for its other half to feel complete again.
And with this knowledge, everything finally *clicked*. To us, nothing made sense before meeting. The traumas, the trials, the tribulations were all too much, and all almost identical to each other’s. But since meeting, we now understand the grand purpose of our histories. Everything was by design, for the purpose of soul healing, growth, and awakening each other to the soul’s original, unified state.
Now, surrounded by those nearest and dearest, we're ready to begin the greatest adventure of all—marriage. Join us as we celebrate the divine union of Colin and Stamatina; two stars becoming one constellation!
Events
ORDER OF
To commemorate our souls’ reunion, we have decided to honour
each part of our shared, greatest loves of:
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our respective ancient roots, cultures and traditions (Filipino, Spanish, Australian, Greek, and Indonesian), while looking to the future;
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nature, specifically the water, the stars and animals;
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music and festival culture; and
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spirituality and wellness.
You will see that each day and within each event, there is a subtle ode to these great loves.
DAY 1: WELCOME DAY (BBQ + KARAOKE)
16:00
WE CHECK-IN!
18:00
WE BBQ/EAT (@ PAVILION)!
22:00
WE SING/KARAOKE (@ FUN HOUSE)!
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DAY 2: WEDDING DAY (YOGA + CEREMONY + RECEPTION)
10:00
15:00
WE YOGA (@ BEACH)!
WE VOW (@ HALL LAWN)!
17:00
WE ARRIVE (@ HALL)!
17:30
19:30
20:30
23:00
WE EAT!
WE DANCE!
WE FAREWELL!
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JK! WE PARTY ON (@ FUN HOUSE)!
DAY 3: RECOVERY DAY (BRUNCH + BEACH PARTY)
09:00
WE EAT (@ PAVILION)!
10:00
WE CHECK-OUT!
10:05
WE BEACH PARTY (TILL 2PM)!
Venue
DETAILS
THE COVE | Jervis Bay
Ellmoos Road via Booderee National Park,
Jervis Bay Village, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
BY CAR
From Sydney (distance approximately 200 km, travel time 2.5 - 3.5 hours): Head south to Wollongong (we suggest either via the Princes Highway or the Hume Highway then turning off at the Picton Road exit), Kiama and Nowra to the Jervis Bay Road turnoff approximately 10km south of Nowra. Turn left into Jervis Bay Road then once on Jervis Bay Road follow it to the National Park gatehouse and Tourist Information Centre - 75 metres past the gatehouse turn right at the roundabout into Ellmoos Road and follow this road for 13km, bearing left at each intersection to The Cove Jervis Bay. For details of the drive to through Booderee National Park, please click here.
From Canberra, Melbourne or elsewhere: Please click on 'View Map' button above for accurate directions.
BY AIR
For interstate and international guests, the closest airport to the venue is Sydney Airport. Once here, please follow the directions adjacent to get to The Cove.
Travel
TIPS
DRESS CODE & THEME
We kindly request that guests dress in a semi-formal attire on day 1, formal black-tie attire on day 2, and relaxed, semi-casual attire on day 3 to help us celebrate in style. Think comfortable yet elegant and wedding-appropriate! For stylistic inspirations, consider our ancient v future roots, the elements, wildlife, music and the Divine. Whether this means cultural designs, animal motifs, seashells, crystals, metallics, or anything in between, we want you to play with your imagination.
We kindly request that guests refrain from wearing white on all three days (NB: males are fine to wear white shirts, excluding white suits, on any day).
FAQs
ON GIFTS
A note
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Your love, laughter, and presence are such gifts to us. However, for those who have asked about a gift, we have decided to humbly accept contributions towards our future, starting off with our first trip overseas together!
We've decided to have a wishing well at the Reception,
but we've also included a digital option below for your convenience.
Beneficiary: Colin Smith
PayID: 0402 204 504
BSB: 062 301
Acc: 1032 5942
FINAL LOVE NOTES
We would appreciate that you pack away all rubbish where relevant. This includes removing all bottles, glasses, and other kitchenware left out overnight in the interest of safety for the local wildlife.
It goes without saying that we cannot accept responsibility for any damage made on your behalf, or any loss of goods at the venue, so please be cautious and party responsibly.
We encourage you to leave PLENTY of extra time for travel arrangements, and to triple check all your arrangements prior to traveling as our wedding will be held during Mercury Retrograde. This can affect all things related to technology, communication, and travel. If you’re not familiar with this period, Google it. Just don’t say we didn’t warn you.
Please check back to this website leading up to the wedding as it may be updated with further details.
We lalala love you!
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE +
DANCE THE NIGHTS AWAY WITH YOU ❤️❤️❤️
Will you
Join us?
Please take a moment to explore our website for all relevant details and, most importantly, don’t forget to RSVP by 21 September 2025!
We appreciate that this is a short period of time to RSVP, but please be reminded that we are still mourning the death of Mama Wien, which has made wedding planning all the more difficult. With this in mind, your prompt response helps planning become just a little easier for us, so please confirm your attendance as soon as possible. Plus, it will be one of the greatest birthday gifts for Colin to receive all your RSVPs by then (his birthday is 19 September)!
Your presence truly means the world to us, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.
With all our love,
Colin + Stamatina