08/02/2025
A while ago, I stepped way outside my comfort zone I did a branding shoot with some extraordinary women (and one was an Aussie).
To be able to surround yourself with people who understand your vision, your drive and your "why" is so important, especially amidst the constant hustle and chaos of running a small business!
I want to say a huge thank you to Becky at for letting me take over your gorgeous home for a few hours.
Thank you to Precious Sweets By Janina for the incredible cake, and to Mariela Molina Campbell and a mother daughter team who NAILED my vision first go!
Running an Australian focused business outside of Australia has been a challenge. So many people asking why? But deep down I know that what I bring to every table is the best of Australian spirit & heart! I will always pride myself in my work - be it coordinating or officiating a wedding ceremony, or doing the flowers for wedding or military ceremonies, I use the very best locally grown (in San Diego County) Australian wildflowers. I try to reduce my carbon footprint as much as possible by not using imported flowers.
So here it goes - G'day, my name is Skii (pronounced SKEE). I am from outback Western Australia & the Northern Territory, and I have been in the wedding industry since the late 1990's. Yes, I am THAT old! I have worked in 5 star hotels doing weddings in Australia. Then I was singing and officiating weddings in Japan in the 2000's, to now running a small planning/coordination, and florals business in San Diego, California. Recently I bought a Southern California Officiant Collective called Your Wedding Belles.
I am a single mum to two boys and a gorgeous velcro Aussie Shepherd (ironicly enough). I am an only child and a fiercely independent woman who prefers alone time over group gatherings.
I love to travel but haven't been anywhere since 2019, so obviously that needs to change soon!
I try to wear and use as much Aussie brands as possible here in the USA. My trademark now is wearing my old Akubra Hats and my Blundstone US when I work (and at play).
Coffee shops, music, true crime, Japanese food, and morning coffee in the sunshine is my jam.
