Grand Design

I received an email today from the lovely Amy Oram telling me all about her new label Teeki. Specialising in one-of-a-kind dresses Amy can make you a dress that fits you like a glove for any occasion. She also makes the most gorgeous headpieces and can of course match any dress with any fascinator your heart desires. Sourcing the most gorgeous fabrics to match any dress you may have in your cupboard, Amy's creations just ooze talent (and the photographs are just amazing!). Priding herself in being a dress maker with a design background means that, together with your ideas, she'll come up with something spectacular. The website will be launching soon but visit her facebook page for more info. Dress prices start at $350 and headpieces start from $40.















Bouquets and buttonholes by Chanele Rose Flowers & Styling
Shirts and ties from 3wisemen
Hat from Strand Hatters
Styling by Amy Oram (teek_@hotmail.com)
Photography by Bailie Photography

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Wu's In

Last November I blogged about the launch of Jason Wu's bridal collection and I'm happy to announce that it is finally available via luxe online store Net-A-Porter. The dresses are gorgeous and for the fashionista bride they would make a very hip choice. If you'd like more info visit www.net-a-porter.com.


Bow embellished silk-faille dress £2,296


Tiered tulle gown £4,829


Embroidered silk-faille dress £3,105

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Silk Route

Lisa Gowing's new Silk collection has finally landed in store and we're a wee bit excited! Buttery liquid silks, flowing chiffon and longline corsetry are just some of the elements of the exciting new collection. Featuring jewelled crystal embellishments and exclusive French lace detailing, as well as her coveted co-ordinating jewellery, headpieces and veils, the anniversary collection is a celebration of the best of Lisa’s design philosophy. Also now available as a ready-to-wear collection are Lisa's most loved couture gowns of the last 13 years. The Classic collection features her most famous gowns at a fraction of the price. For a truly luxe experience you will sip on champagne whilst you view and try on gowns from the new collections making it an occasion to remember. To make an appointment to meet with Lisa and her team visit www.lisagowing.com for contact details.


Ophelia gown from the Classic Collection now available in ready-to-wear


Francoise gown from the Classic Collection now available in ready-to-wear

If you're after a pretty bargain be sure to register to attend the Lisa Gowing Summer Sale. This will be Lisa's biggest ever sale of her demi-couture gowns and accessories. Running on the 28th & the 29th January the sale will offer 20% - 70% off all stock, including styles from her new Silk collection, her coveted Gatsby collection and her entire accessories collection. With gowns starting from $990 it's a sale any fashionable bride-to-be cannot afford to miss. To register your attendance call (02) 9327 6332 or email studio@lisagowing.com. First in best dressed!


Eden gown 50% off

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Amanda and David

One of my favourite real weddings in the current issue is Amanda and Davids' wedding. It was shot beautifully by Next Exit Photography and had lots of crafty details. Here are a few more shots from their wedding.







These Badgley Mischka shoes are adorable, you can buy them from Piperlime who ship to Australia.

Amanda made all the ceremony programs herself and had them printed at a local printer, I love the puzzles on them which help pass the time whilst waiting for the bride.









Photography by Next Exit Photography

Be sure to check out Issue 17 to see more of this wedding.

Posted by Emma Henderson

Bridal Fashion Week, Auckland 2011

From the 1st - 5th of April 2011 Auckland will play host to New Zealand's first ever Bridal Fashion Week. Held at the upper deck of Auckland's War Memorial Museum venue The Dome, BFW will showcase the best of New Zealand's bridal fashion from renowned designers Sera Lilly, Liz Mitchell, Rosemary Smith, John Zimmermann and Vinka Brides. International designers Ruben Perlotti and the sisters behind Cymbeline Paris will also showcase their 2011 collections. Visit www.bridalfashionweek.co.nz for all the details.


Cymbeline Paris


Cymberline Paris


Cymberline Paris


Cymberline Paris runway pictures courtesy of Ugo Camara Bridal Fashion Week, Barcelona

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Golden Globe Awards 2011

Awards season is well and truly upon us and I have to admit I'm a sucker for a red carpet. How can you possibly not be?! This year block colours seemed to be favoured with Angelina Jolie, Mila Kunis and Catherine Zeta-Jones all standing out in divine emerald green gowns. Pinks, reds and oranges of all different shades were also high on the 'to wear' list. My favourte (and Emma agrees) was Olivia Wilde in her simply out-of-this-world Marchesa gown. I honestly can't explain how beautiful I find it. Something more could have been done with her hair but the dress... speechless. Mad Men star January Jones was a knockout in her red Versace gown. It's no surprise she's the face of their new accessories collection. Pregnant Natalie Portman was glowing in her soft pink Viktor & Rolf gown, accessorised with a red Swarovski rose. A simply lovely choice. Now we just have to wait patiently for the Oscars!


Olivia Wilde in her breathtaking Marchesa gown


Emma Stone in Calvin Klein Collection & January Jones in Versace


Sofia Vergara in Vera Wang & a pregnant Natalie Portman in Viktor & Rolf


Amy Adams in Marchesa & Catherine Zeta-Jones in Monique Lhuillier
Photos courtesy of harpersbazaar.com

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Colour Me Bright

Colourful flowers make the heart sing and I just loved these bright blooms from the wedding of Katie & Mike held in Santa Barbara. Keen to add a bit of a Spanish feel to their day the vibrant flowers certainly make it fiesta-like. Happy Friday everyone!






Photography courtesy of Jose Villa Photography from Style Me Pretty

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Sumptuous SugarLove

SugarLove recently photographed the below wedding at the stunning Lake Como - lucky them! Lake Como is certainly one of the most breathtaking wedding locations in the world. To see more beautiful images visit SugarLoves's blog.

We have all been overwhelmed by the devastation of the QLD floods. SugarLove are very generously donating $100 from every wedding booked during summer to the QLD Flood Relief Appeal. Please visit this website if you would like to make a personal donation.

















Above Photography by SugarLove Weddings

Posted by Emma Henderson