Many films and TV shows are notorious for featuring the iconic scene of a bride making a grand wedding day entrance by arriving in a sleek black limousine just like nobility. But have you ever stopped to wonder why this trope is so common? Chris Nunn, owner of Enrik Limousines, invites us to take a glimpse through the tinted glass windows as he chats with Melbourne Wedding & Bride’s Stef Grinberg about the importance of both the journey and the destination.
Limousines first started as a symbol of luxury and wealth used by CEOs and politicians. Although the design has evolved over the years, key features still define this luxurious vehicle. Most notably is the long body and partition separating the driver from the passengers in the rear, offering privacy. Over time, the classic silhouette of a limousine we know today began to take shape. Yet this vehicle that was once reserved for the elite started to become more accessible. Instead of CEOs and politicians the transport option became favoured for special occasions and events because of its opulent status.
“A limousine is classic, a statement and a touch of elegance. A way to add that timeless luxury to your wedding day,” Nunn says.
No matter the location, style or aesthetic of your wedding, a sleek black limousine has an instant effect. The limousine, as the transportation you choose for your wedding, rapidly elevates the atmosphere of your special day.
Image courtesy of Enrik Limousines.
The Journey
Enrik Limousines has been a leader in the wedding transportation industry for more than twenty years, boasting an impressive track record of tailored care, attention to detail and above-and-beyond service. The team makes it look easy as they glide through the streets of Melbourne, the Yarra Valley and the Mornington Peninsula. The high-quality care that the Enrik Limousine team is known for stems from the understanding that “wedding transport extends beyond simple point-to-point service,” Nunn says. This commitment has earnt the team recognition, placing top five in the country for Wedding Transport Providers as well as being named the state’s premier choice at the Australian Wedding Awards and the Australian Bridal Industry Academy. These awards come from a deep understanding of what is needed to make the ride stress-free. Every detail is thought of and given the perfect solution, which can only be born from the knowledge and observation that comes from years of dedicated service.
“Tyre covers on wheel[s] protect the dress, sewing kits available for the last minute oopsies … the chauffeur fluffing your dress out before you walk down the aisle,” are things Nunn pointed out when explaining how the team goes above and beyond, paying special attention to the details.
Nunn also describes that coordination and planning with various vendors and timelines is all part of the deal with Enrik Limousines.
“Professional chauffeurs handle every detail with discretion … the approach remains straightforward: punctual service, professional execution, and genuine care for each couple’s specific needs,” Nunn says.
With services that exceed expectations, it’s no wonder this luxurious option is often picked for that classic, dramatic entry. After all, the wedding is a celebration of life and love. The limousine does more than make heads turn as you drive around the streets of Melbourne; it’s also a way to move the whole bridal party at once. Nunn says limousines give you “the option to travel with your whole bridal party in a vehicle with all the luxury features.” He continues, “choose an experience not just a car for you whole bridal party.”
An Oldie But A Goldie
As the popularity of using limousines for weddings grew into a trend, the correlation between the long sleek vehicle and extravagant white gowns cultivated a unique partnership. The limousines design takes the fullness of the gown into account.
“The bride will always sit driver side, rear seat,” Nunn explained.
“There is like a cocoon for her and her dress in this area.”
With varied styles of limousines from the classic stretch style to the truck style and the hummer limousine, Nunn would say “there are options to suit everyone’s desire.” When asked about the design and shape of a stereotypical limousine Nunn said his team “find [that] the black cars highlight the dress in photos.” An all-black fleet of vehicles holds the simple power to make the bride in her white gown stand out. With modern features such as Bluetooth, ambient lighting, and a bar, travelling in a limousine is a luxurious journey. But on a day where practicality and comfort are valued above all else, Nunn says “it is experience and attention from the chauffeurs that make the difference.” It is the small details which truly matter, and these are the things that “don’t seem important until they are,” Nunn notes from experience. The reaction to the limousine, Nunn says, is always one of wonder, delight and anticipation. There is a reason this mode of transport is reserved for special occasions as “the lights, the music and champagne just excite[s] people, whether it be [from] a memory … or what they remember from movies.”
The Destination
The most important currency we use is time and spending it with those you love is priceless. Your wedding is a way to tell the world that whatever time you have left, you choose to spend it with this person. Moments away from the crowd, filled with inside jokes, lively conversation or just enjoying the company of your closest family and friends are special.
On the drive to forever, these softer, lighter moments are reserved for the bridal party. Nunn says the drive from the venue “is often the only time together, especially for the bride and groom, when people aren’t trying to congratulate or take photos [of them],” so make the drive worthwhile.