A Fashion Preview

By now you will have noticed the shelves in your favourite stores lined with their autumn/winter collections, meaning it's time to start piecing together your winter wardrobe. If you're after some guidance and inspiration take a peek at these video's, courtesy of Westfield, that will explain to you some of the trends for the season, as well as some tips to help you look even better. If you'd love some one on one help from a fashion stylist be sure to visit www.westfield.com.au to book your appointment. You won't regret it!









A sponsored post by Westfield

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Ruth Tarvydas VIP Shopping Night

With a fan base that includes Dannii Minogue, Elle McPherson and Kim & Kloe Kardashian it's no surprise that Perth's fashion icon Ruth Tarvydas has opened a new store, located on the 3rd floor of Westfield Sydney. To celebrate the opening the store is hosting a VIP shopping night on Thursday 31st March from 5-9pm. While you sip on champagne and enjoy a selection of canapes you will be treated to 25% off all purchases as well as a gift bag and the chance to win an exciting prize to the value of $500. For all brides and bridesmaids-to-be this is a great opportunity to get your hands of some of Ruth's truly gorgeous pieces at a great price. Sold in 15 countries, including renowned UK department store Harrod's, the opening of the Sydney store marks Tarvydas' first store opening outside of Perth. To RSVP to this fabulous event please email helga@ruthtarvydas.com





Posted by Emilie Harrison

DIY Table Numbers

I was just having a look at Twig & Thistle's blog and noticed these great FREE DIY table napkin numbers. Head over to Twig & Thistle for instructions and the free iron-on template.







Posted by Emma Henderson

A Multicultural Affair

I came across this gorgeous wedding on one of my favourite blogs Style Me Pretty and I just had to share. Photographed by the very talented Trish of Tealily Photography, it was held on the bride's parents property in Berry, New South Wales. With a strong multicultural herritage the couple were keen for this to be a key factor in the planning and styling of their day. The theme - rustic and intimate - saw the use of lots of raw materials, taupes and whites. We love the lounge area, the bride's Oscar de la Renta dress and the simplicity of the table setting. For more on this gorgeous wedding visit www.stylemepretty.com.











Photography - Tealily Photography
Event Stylist - The Style Salon
Print wedding stationery - Angels Dreaming
Linen wedding stationery - Far East Linen Co.
Bridal Gown - Oscar de la Renta
Bride's headpiece - Neil Grigg Millinery
Groom's suit - Hugo Boss

Posted by Emilie Harrison

White Wonder

Embellished with a floral corsage and Swarovski crystals these white Brian Atwood peeptoe satin sandals are sparkly, shimmering heaven. If you're looking for a Cinderealla-style shoe this could be as close as you're going to get. What makes them even more special is the fact that each pair is personally signed by Brian Atwood himself. Ohhh La La! Available online at www.net-a-porter.com for a pretty penny - £2,042 of them to be exact!


Aurora embellished satin sandals £2,042



Posted by Emilie Harrison

The Style Leaders

I know many of us ponder, when viewing designers new collections, where they draw their inspiration from. What drives, inspires, motivates them to do and create the amazing pieces we find hanging on the racks of clothing stores? Westfields Style Leaders sets out to recognise and showcase fashion-forward consumers and designers, celebrating their style and influence on fashion. Style Leaders features contributions from every aspect of the fashion industry. They haven’t just been talking to the designers, the photographers and the stylists; they’ve been talking to the fashion buyer. They've been asking what inspires them, what motivates them to choose one look over another. What’s their personal view? This unique, documentary style video highlights how we’re all, interestingly enough, a part of the fashion industry. We all inspire each other, and our individual choices don’t just inspire us, they inspire the designers themselves. The concept of ‘You Inspiring Us, Us Inspiring You’ is at the very heart of Westfield’s Autumn Winter 2011 campaign. Visit www.westfield.com.au for further info.





A sponsored post by Westfield

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Ceremony Sweetness

If you're a bride who lives in or is planning a destination wedding in either Brisbane or the Gold Coast it will please you no end to learn Imbue Weddings are in for a change and as of March 2011 they will be soley focusing on wedding styling and flowers. To celebrate they have launched a new collection of ready-made ceremony packages with each package using their gorgeous white washed tiffany chairs, available in Queensland exclusively through Imbue Weddings. Tiffany chairs are uber popoular amongst stylish brides and would be oh so perfect for a Hampton's style beach wedding, a vintage garden affair or a glamorous private property soiree. To complement the chairs Imbue Weddings have a beautiful and carefully selected range of hire pieces with their gorgeous florals the perfect finising. To find out more about these fabulous packages visit www.imbueweddings.com.au.


Ceremony package $500
Photography by Deep Grey


Beach ceremony package $600
Photography by ngg studios


Luxury ceremony package $1,200
Photography by Deep Grey

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Take a Look

Hooray, today we can finally share with you our clever little Look Book - a tempting taste of just some the quirky and ingenious ideas from our biggest, best-ever autumn issue that hits the shelves in Australia today. Please take a look and let us know what you think.



And if you want even more great, inspiring ideas, head to the newsagents or pick up a copy of our autumn issue here.

Changing of the Guard

Autumn, I fear, has now well and truly arrived. On a brighter note this means a change of colours to match the changing seasons and Stationery Couture has shared with me some pretty new designs from their Wedding Collection. Shimmering pastels feature in a range of gorgeous colours from amethyst and plum, primrose pink and buttery yellow to powder blue, shimmery taupes and deliciously soft latte tones. The design themes reflect elements of nature - butterflies, stylised blooms and wildflowers making them ever so romantic. Be sure to pay Stationery Couture's website a visit at www.stationerycouture.com.au.









Posted by Emilie Harrison

Wednesday is On Sale Day!

This Wednesday 23rd March marks the on sale date of our best ever issue - Autumn 2011 and we're uber excited! This issue we've featured 23 of the best real weddings, our famed table theming shoots, 'meet and greet' stories with some of our favourite suppliers and so many fabulous and innovative ideas you'll be truly inspired and motivated to create your dream wedding. Be sure to check out our website on Wednesday as we have a surprise for all our wonderful readers that we know you're going to absolutley LOVE! If you want to be the first to know be sure to visit www. styleguide.com.au and sign up for our newsletter. Only 2 more sleeps!



Posted by Emilie Harrison

Go West

It's all well and good having money to burn shopping up a storm but what if you could have an uber-savvy helper on hand to make the most of the shopping experience? Westfield Stylists are there to help you make the most of your wardrobe within your budget. Stylists aren't just for the rich and famous - a stylist is about making you feel and look amazing, no matter what your age, lifestyle or body shape. Their style mantra is that fashion should be comfortable, accessible and above all, have you looking and feeling your best.

How neat an idea would this be if your after a great way to spend a day with your mum, mother-in-law to be or girlfriends? Everyone will leave feeling amazing! Not only will Westfield Stylists empower you to understand fashion and make it work for you, they will also teach you how to discover pieces that highlight your best assets, so you’ll have all the inside tips to mix these with your current wardrobe to create your own signature style. If you'd like to find out more about Westfield Fashion Services visit www.westfield.com.au. Here you'll find everything you need to know about fashion, trends and the latest in store, whether it be a Personal Styling Session, a Style Workshop or a tricky question for their online Westfield Fashion Stylist.

Take a peek below at some great video's outlining what a Westfield Stylist can do for you!









A sponsored post by Westfield

One Night Only

Famed Queensland venue Hillstone St Lucia, located in Carawa St, St Lucia, is playing host to a very special Wedding Open Night on Thursday 7th April. By candle light you can join them for champagne cocktails and gourmet canapes under the night sky all while mingling with their exclusive supplier network including Styled Events, Always Fabulous Flowers, Net Productions, Grace & Style and designer Hilde Heim. The event will run from 6pm - 8pm and RSVP is essential. Please email sally@hillstonestlucia.com.au to reserve your place at this fabulous event or alternatively visit www.hillstonestlucia.com.au for venue details.





Posted by Emilie Harrison

Night Owl Papergoods

Looking for an eco friendly invitation alternative? Night Owl Papergoods have just launched their new wood wedding collection created from eco friendly sustainably-harvested birch wood. There are lots of different styles to choose from - here are a few of my favourites.
















Posted by Emma Henderson

Super Duper ShopBop

Shopping online is (almost ;)) a guilt free experience. There's no need to hide bags, no questions of 'where have you been?' or the stressful task of trying on piles and piles of pieces until you find/can't find what you're looking for. Online bridal boutiques overseas are fabulous places to shop when you're after something you can't buy or find on our fine shores. One of my favourite online stores is shopbop.com and they've just launched their much anticipated Wedding Boutique. With lables like Max Azria, Temperley London, Notte by Marchesa, Halston Heritage, Thakoon and many, many more you'll be absolutely spoilt for choice. And... they also offer free international shipping when you spend $100 or more. Easy! Visit www.shopbop.com for all the details.


Notte by Marchesa One Shoulder Column Dress with flower AUD$989


MaxAzria Geometric Overlay Dress AUD$634


Temperley London Long Jadeen Dress AUD$1,745


Thakoon Addition Strapless Draped Dress AUD$1,047


Dsquared2 Posh Dress AUD$1,110

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Spin Me 'Round

I'm happy to report a very talented design colleague of mine, Damian Hamilton from Sage Visual Solutions, won an esteemed Adelaide Advertising & Design Award at last week's ceremony for his very clever wedding invitation design. With the groom's silhouette printed on one side, and the bride's on the other, the couple becomes visually entwined when the card spins around.





Visit the Sage website to see the other items in this nifty wedding stationery range. Great ideas Damian, congratulations.

Posted by Jane Cameron