Renovators Delight

Located in Sydney's Watson's Bay, Dunbar House, built in the 1830's and one of Australia's oldest standing buildings, has recently reopened after it underwent some magnificent renovations. The mutli-million dollar refurbishment has transformed the venue into one of Sydney's most impressive new wedding venue's. Operated by the Tea Room Group, famous for their Sydney venue's The Tea Room QVB, The Tea Room Gunners' Barracks and Sergeants' Mess, you are guaranteed the finest venue with amazing food. Breakfast, lunch and evening weddings are available from Monday to Sunday catering for up to 110 seated and 150 cocktail. Civil ceremonies can also be held on-site on the Lower Lawn in Robertson Park under the grand fig tree with gorgeous views of Sydney Harbour. If you'd like to check out the venue there is ample parking available and it's located at 9 Marine Parade, Watson's Bay. Dunbar House is now taking bookings so if you'd like to find out more visit www.dunbarhouse.com.au.









Posted by Emilie Harrison

Light As A Feather

Finding wedding day worthy clutches can be a challenge. If you haven't ever visited the website Etsy you're certainly missing out. Etsy is one of the best go-to places for interesting fashions, stationery, crafts and pretty much anything interesting you can think of. With thousands of vendors you will be very spoiled for choice. I found this clutch featured in a wedding on Style Me Pretty and thought it was gorgeous. Surprise, surprise it was purchased off Etsy via store MiaVonMinksWeddng, proof that it really is full of interesting and gorgeous finds. Visit Etsy at www.etsy.com. Happy shopping!


Starlet feather and rhinestone clutch $82USD

Posted by Emma Henderson

Cap it Off

Tulle sleeve and shoulder embellishments have become a bit of an 'in' thing with designers, including Monique Lhuillier, putting thier own spins on the trend. I think this Lela Rose gown is so pretty but it's simplicity is what makes it so gorgeous. With a full skirt and a fabric blend of cotton and silk it would be oh-so comfortable. If you have a beautiful back then this dress could be for you! Available to buy online at www.net-a-porter.com for £3,195.


Tulle-sleeved cotton and silk-blend gown £3,195

Posted by Emilie Harrison

The Winner Is...

We're happy to announce that the winner of the Beclau Homewares competition we've run over the last couple of weeks is... Ms Vanessa Taylor. Congratulations Vanessa! Beclau Homewares will be in contact with you regardig the delivery of your set of six Dibbern glasses, valued at $135. Thanks to all who entered!





Posted by Emilie Harrison

Fields of Sunshine

I know we mere mortals in the southern hemisphere are celebrating the first day of winter today however jewellery designer Elva Fields is excited to announce today's launch her Summer 2011 Collection. "We're continuing Spring 2011's celebratory feel with bold, saturated hues that only the warmest summer sun can bring," says designer Emily Wheat Maynard. "Summer 2011 is all about letting the sun shine, highlighting happy, brilliant style with radiance and color." Handmade in her Kentucky studio, each piece incorporates vintage elements, creating truly unique and eco designs. You all know WSG has been a fan of Ms Fields for a long time. Keep an eye out for one of her creations in our winter issue, on sale Australia wide on the 15th June. Available to buy online at www.elvafields.com.







Posted by Emilie Harrison

A Moment in Time

I came across the wedding of Caroline & Clark on the blog Snippet & Ink and fell in love with their photos. Their photographer, A Bryan Photo, did an amazing job capturing the true emotions of the day. One photo in particular that stood out showed the groom the moment he caught sight of his bride at the end of the isle. Magic. LOVE!



Posted by Emilie Harrison

Online Anytime

A lot can be said about the ease factor when it comes to online shopping. It's fast, it's pain free and the goodies get delivered straight to your door. Convenient? Yes. Addictive? Absolutley! Lisa Ho has joined the online brigade and has launched her online store. With all your favourite pieces available you'll be able to skip the carparks, parking fees and over crowded shopping meccas to have it arrive on your doorstep. Voila! Visit www.lisaho.com to start shopping!







Posted by Emilie Harrison

Last Chance to Win!

If you're keen to get your hands on a set of six hand-blown Dibbern Amber glass tumblers, valued at $135, you still have a chance, thanks to Beclau Homewares. Simply register to receive their newsletter by the 31st May and go into the draw to win! The winner will be announced on the Beclau Homewares facebook and twitter pages so keep your eyes peeled. Good luck! Visit www.beclauhomewares.com.au to register.





Posted by Emilie Harrison

Snuggle Up With Our New Winter Issue

Brrr, it's cold outside! Why not take advantage of our special free delivery offer…pre-order the new Winter Issue of Wedding Style Guide at $15.95 and we'll post it to your door free of charge before it hits the shelves on the 15th of June, 2011. This offer is available for a short time only, until close of business Monday 30th May 2011, so don't wait! Email us now at info@styleguide.com.au or call 08 8232 4969. Offer available to Australian residents only.

Delicate Decals

I saw these decals by Shanna Murray featured on Design*Sponge a little while ago and thought they would work really well at a wedding. They look great stuck on chalkbaord. Some come with sweet wording included or custom wording can be created just for you. Love them!













Posted by Emma Henderson

Power Shopping

Amongst the pages of Wedding Style Guide, you'll find a story called Table Three Ways where we choose a colour palette and show how you can style a reception table using those colours, in three completely different ways. We use the same table, chairs, tablecloth, cutlery, crockery - and in most cases, glassware - to show how easy it can be to revamp a neutral venue setting.

In our current issue, I styled a table in a pink and blue palette using the saying 'Love is the Drug' as my inspiration. I sourced great test tube-style bottles with aluminium lids, filled them with musk mock-pills, teamed the bottles with a lab-style clipboard and incorporated lots of notes and graph paper elements.



One of the products I had planned to use, but unfortunately didn't make it to the final shot, was the Laboratory Flower Vases from Urban Outfitters. I had it shipped all the way here, determined that it was perfect for the shoot - paying for expediated shipping to get it here on time - but when it arrived, and all of the elements of the table were put it place, there just wasn't room for it. I haven't forgotten about it though - no doubt you'll see it pop up somewhere else in the pages of Wedding Style Guide when I find a spot to use it.



If you would like your own Laboratory Flower Vases - or any other of the beautiful styling pieces from Urban Outfitters - now is the time. They are offering free shipping to Australia for three days only when you spend $150 or more. With our dollar currently worth more than the US dollar, this is the ideal time to take advantage of this great offer. Simply use the code AUFREESHIP at checkout and know you've just saved yourself a bundle.

Posted by Jane Cameron

Take Me Away

If you're lucky enough to be heading off on your honeymoon (or just a well deserved holiday) luggage tags with all your details are a must. I came across these gorgeous personalised tags on Etsy at the shop HarLex. Handcrafted from cow hide and hand-stitched they would make perfect gifts. Vist Etsy at www.etsy.com or to head straight to HarLex's store clink HERE.


Double sided, hand-stitched personalised luggage tag in nude leather $34.90USD


Set of two personalisd luggage tags in tan leather $52USD


Handmade personalised ring bearer made of leather and both dried and faux flowers in nude leather $63USD

Posted by Emilie Harrison