Love Letters

Amy from the fabulous blog eat drink chic has designed some letter-writing paper sheets in the style of vintage hankies that are free to download. They are just gorgeous and would make beautiful thank you notes or could even be used at your wedding for guests to fill out with advice or well wishes. Just perfect for a vintage style wedding.

For the download links and more images head over to Amy's blog here.

Follow Our Lead

If you're looking for some lovely styling pieces to accent your reception, or home, have a look at the newly launched shop at Love Loans + Linen. Our friend Jessie Doherty from Follow Studio designed the website – one look and you'll recognise Jessie's restrained, understated style.







We were lucky enough to have Jessie design the stationery for our Bloom Boom story in Issue 16. Her beautiful, simple typography complements the delicate Liberty floral fabric perfectly.



Visit Follow Studio to see many more wedding stationery designs - it will be impossible to choose a favourite as they are all divine.

Posted by Jane Cameron

In Love with Lanvin

There's something strikingly beautiful about a short wedding gown. Whether you're having a beach wedding or opting for a relaxed garden setting a short gown is not only practical but most definitely comfortable. I'm adoring the short gowns by Lanvin which are currently available on Net-A-Porter. If you're heads been spinning in circles of whether to go short or not these divine dresses will leave you certain. The only way is up! Visit www.net-a-porter.com to view the online collection or visit www.lanvin.com for collection details.

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Tiered silk-gazar dress £3,130


Silk-blend bustier dress £5,005

Brand New Rose

Alannah Rose's website has launched with an all grown up look. The new site offers brides the opportunity to join the Rose Lounge, an area where couples can create their perfect stationery wish-list to save and share with family and friends. New invitation designs are now available along with clients' wedding galleries, new wording guides and a new look blog, giving you an endless supply of divine inspiration. Be sure to check out the new site here.

Hop To It!

Our super duper big, bright and just plain beautiful spring issue hits the shelves today so be sure to get your hands on a coveted copy at your local newsagent or Borders store. Can't make it to a newsagent? Don't panic! Hop online to our online shop and purchase a copy or digital version. Easy! Bigger than ever before, this issue is brimming with the most amazingly stylish ideas. We even have the most amazing competitions courtesy of Kailis and Lisa Gowing on offer to our much appreciated readers. We hope you simply love it!
The Style Guide Team x

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Sneak Peek #2

The fashion shoot in our upcoming issue, out tomorrow, is really something special. Titled White Hot, it showcases some of the most beautiful gowns available to brides in Australia. The opening spread features the stunning Amsale Ella silk-faced, satin, strapless gown available exclusively at Angela Wilson. And I just adore the Guipure lace and English silk tulle gown from Steven Khalil - absolutely beautiful.





Of course, our fabulous photographs were shot by Claudio Raschella who always puts his heart and soul into each shoot. I'm sure you can tell just looking at his work.

Be sure to check out our new issue to see all the amazing White Hot gowns we have in store for you.

Posted by Jane Cameron

Sneak Peek

Our new issue hits the shelves this Wednesday - it's our biggest and best yet (yes, I know I always say that, but it really is!).

To get you all in the mood, here is a little sneak peek at one of my favourite stories - Bloom Boom. Featuring the timeless qualities of floral patterns, this story shows you how to bring just the right amount of pretty to a wedding with delicate florals and contemporary styling.

Not content with showing you every detail to style this theme, we've included a kids' table in the story, just right for all the little guests.





And the best part...Annabelle's daughter, Eliza, was our adorable little model. I can't wait to show you all the behind-the-scenes shots I took as she munched her way through handfuls of popcorn with us all watching on. She really did have the best time which is a pretty good indicator that your little guests will love it too.

Posted by Jane Cameron

Paper Cut

I came across these gorgeous paper cut designs by MadebyJulene on Dizzy Wizzy Designs. These extrodinary works of art by British designer and illustrator Julene Harrison would be make such a fabulous entry feature to an engagement party or wedding. It would then become the perfect reminder of your special day when framed and hung on your wall. I can't begin to imagine the time and patience it would take to create these but if you're keen to have one for yourself be sure to contact Julene at www.madebyjulene.com as she's happy to take on commissions! Prices start from £240 for an A4 (10" x 8") piece.

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Sweet Stationery

Nathalie from Imprintables contacted me to let me know that she is branching into the wedding stationery market. Best known for her stylish children's stationery and party supplies, she also creates the most delectable dessert tables together with Hello Naomi. The below tables will certainly give you some inspiration for a bridal shower or wedding. Be sure to check out Imprintables website and blog for more info.

Posted by Emma Henderson

Going to the Chapel

With weddings taking place all over the world it's not always possible to have everyone there to share in your big day. Brisbane wedding venue Broadway Chapel has come to the party, launching live web streaming of weddings to cater for overseas family and friends unable to make the journey to Australia. The web streaming was introduced in response to an emotional bride whose New Zealand-based grandmother was too ill to fly to Brisbane for their wedding. The majority of couples who wed at Broadway Chapel have close family members who live outside of Brisbane. Live video streaming works by having the video on a protected network. Family members then receive a special log-in so they can see the exchanging of vows for themselves. The service costs AUD$88. For further information, or to arrange an interview with one of the couples or James Paulsen, co-owner of Broadway Chapel please call Amanda Newbery on +61 (0)7 3221 6711 or visit www.broadwaychapel.com.

Posted by Emilie Harrison

A Spring State of Mind

Like a lot of people, I sure am looking forward to spring this year. I think that's clearly obvious when you see the cover to our new issue, due out in Australia next Wednesday, the 8th of September. Bursting with colour, it really is our prettiest yet. So, keep your eyes peeled next week, our new issue is full of all the inspiring theming ideas you have come to expect together with the best real weddings from around the world.



I'll post some sneak peeks a bit later in the week to keep you in that spring state of mind.

Posted by Jane Cameron

Island Adventure

The uber-lovely Collette Dinnigan celebrated the launch of her 2010 Resort Collection on Saturday 21st August with a show at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. The Hamptons High Tea collection was unveiled at the Long Pavillion at luxury resort Qualia during an invitation only event. The collection, channeling silver screen vintage glamour, offered elegantly suggestive shapes with full skirted dresses of silk and pure cottons, ruffled swimsuits and cheeky playsuits. This year Collette is celebrating her 20th year in business so we wish all the lovely people at Collette Dinniagn a very happy 20th birthday!

I spent the weekend just been in Sydney wedding dress shopping with my dear friend Amie who is getting married next year. I'm super excited to be her bridesmaid and it so happens we've fallen madly in love with a couple of Collette Dinnigan dresses that would make amazing bridesmaid dresses. We paid a visit to Collette's Paddington boutique and if you haven't poppped in before I suggest you do. Simply beautiful! The only problem you'll face is narrowing down your favourites. Her pieces are all simply divine! Visit www.collettedinnigan.com.au for boutique and stockist details.










Photography by Andrea Francolini

Posted by Emilie Harrison