Real Wedding - Karen & Paul

One or our favourite weddings from our autumn issue was Karen and Pauls at Gunners' Barracks. It was a fun and relaxed wedding that really celebrated their love. Karen incorporated a lot of thoughtful touches that helped make their day unique to them.







We didn't have space in the magazine to show the stationery that Karen designed for her wedding. Below is the screen printed invite as well as the balloon hens party invitation - such great ideas!



Karen and Paul's wedding was shot by Bradley Patrick from SugarLove Weddings. Bradley has also just launched his new commercial site: www.bradleypatrick.com which showcases a lot of the celebrity work he has done.

Posted by Emma Henderson

Sweet Treat

If you're after a super creative way to display your cake pops, macaroon pops or gourmet lollipops then you might just fall in love with this Sweetie Pop Tree. The tree is completely customisable with accessories such as wooden leaves, paper flowers, birds, squirrels or acorns (sold seperately). The trees are crafted from maple wood and are made in Canada. If you'd like to find out more visit www.weddingthings.com. The Sweetie Pop Trees retail for US$50.



Posted by Emilie Harrison

Real Wedding - Julia Downs & Simon Strong

For their recent wedding in New South Wales Julia & Simon wanted the feel of their big day to be, most imporantly, homely. Choosing vintage, nostalgic and handmade undertones, they created more than just a homely feel. The day was filled to the brim with love, happiness and lots of emotion. They held their wedding in The Q Stations Govenor Bourke Room surrounded by family and friends. Julia opted for a Maggie Sottero gown and being the clever girl she is she even did her own bouquet! The palette was mainly neutral with a bold splash of yellow to celebrate Australia's colonial roots. A big congratulations to Julia & Simon!











Photographer - Global Sanctuary
Gown - Maggie Sottero
Stationery - Julia Made Imaginarium
Cakes - Exquisite Cakes
Bomboniere - Polka Dot Cookies
Brides rings - Tiffany & Co
Venue - The Q Station, Manly

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Silky Smooth

To celebrate her 12th Silk anniversary Lisa Gowing launched an exciting collection of demi-couture ready-to-wear gowns in Spring 2010. Being the uber-designer that she is, Lisa has now expanded the collection to include 15 new styles. The new collection of luscious and luxurious vintage inspired gowns is now available to view online and try in her studio in Edgecliff, New South Wales. Recalling the glamour of past era's, the collection draws inspiration from the 1920's through to the 1950's. All designs are hand made in pure silks with hand placed jewel and European lace detailing. Matching tulle and lace or jewel trimmed veils, headpieces and silk flowers are also available. Handmade locally by Lisa and her team, the ready-to-wear collection is hand made using time honoured couture techniques. The Demi-Couture gowns feature the same superb cut, luxe fabrics and feminine detailing that have become synonymous with Lisa’s couture designs, constructed in layers of silk and exclusive trims including European laces and crystal or jewel embellishments. If you'd like to register to attend one of her open days or to make an appointment to view and try the collection outside of these open days then phone 02 9327 6332 or email studio@lisagowing.com. Be sure to visit the website at www.lisagowing.com.au for all collection details.













Posted by Emilie Harrison

A Short Story

It seems that model weddings are happening left, right and centre at the moment! Anja Rubik wed her long time partner and fellow model, Sasha Knezevic, on the Spanish island of Mallorca over the weekend. Anja's modern Pucci gown was designed for her by Emilio Pucci designer and close friend Peter Dundas. With a short hem, long, flowing skirt and a veil Anja looked every bit the modern model bride. This gown is a fabulous choice for a destination wedding but it also helps when you have amazing legs such as hers. Congrats!




Photos courtesy of HarpersBazaar.com.au

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Fly Me to the Moon

Cathrin D'Entremont of Cathrin D'Entremont Weddings has very kindly shared with us a styling shoot she did recently with a number of fabulous Western Austrlian suppliers. Fly Me to the Moon was inspired by the old charm of country stables. The palette that were used included cornflower blue with accents of antique gold and soft pinks and purples with natural accents in cream and dark wood. Cathrin and her team too shot on location in the stables at the gorgeous Stewarts Brookleigh in Uppper Swan WA. We're loving the hydrangea detail on the backs of the gorgeous antique wood chairs! See below for a complete supplier list.












Event Styling & Design - Cathrin D'Entremont Weddings
Flowers - Flower Talk
Photography - Samm Blake
Sweet Buffett - Kakawa
Gown - Fara Fashion
Cake - Glory Box
Stationery - Dizzy Wizzy Design
Bomboniere - Bomboniere Galore
Location - Stewarts Brookleigh, Upper Swan WA
Videographer - Urban Light

Posted by Emilie Harrison

Sale Time!

If you're after some simply huge discounts on some simply gorgeous designer wedding gowns be sure to check out Net-A-Porter's huge end of season sale. With savings of around 60% on Alexander McQueen, Azzaro, Australia's Rachel Gilbert and many more you could very well score for yourself a super-duper deal and yes, they do ship to Australia. Visit their website at www.net-a-porter.com.


Azzaro Jess crystal-embellished silk-crepe gown was £4,358 NOW £1,525


Alexander McQueen embroidered duchess-satin gown was £9,330 NOW £1,959

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Artistic Flair

Watching a friend getting married is always a very exciting and emotional time. If you're after a gift that is different to any other, something completely unique and personal and something the'll cherish forever it's worth considering an illustration. Specialising in personalized illustrations, Shereen Kahn, will take a photograph and turn it into a piece of art that will be treasured forever. Having studied fashion and currently working in the film industry in the costume department, Shereen draws using pencil, Gauche watercolour, black ink, pastel and charcoal on surfaces of canvas paper, watercolour paper, fabrics or anything that takes your fancy. All Shereen will need from you is a few relevant photographs of the subject, what medium you want the illustration done in, and whether you'd like a side, back or front view. The cost of the illustration can be anywhere from $150 to $350 depending on dress, size and style of drawing so if you'd like to find out more please visit Shereen Khan's Facebook page by clicking HERE.







Posted by Emilie Harrison

Real Wedding - Zoe Chen & John Lee

One of our favourite weddings we've featured in our winter issue (on sale now!) is that of the gorgeous Zoe Chen & John Lee. Shot by Jose Villa, the wedding is vibrant, relaxed and full of fun and unique styling ideas. We loved the couples seating chart printed on a gorgeous array of coloured and patterned papers. We also adored their paper rosettes, designed so guests knew who was friends with the bride and who was friends with the groom. John even illustrated the cute image of Zoe & himself and Zoe loved them so much they were incorporated in to many aspects of their day. We think this wedding proves that a relaxed and fun wedding can still be big on ideas and neat aspects. Choosing a few key colours will then help to tie even the simplest of ideas together making the day one your guests will remember for years to come. To view more of Jose's fabulous and inspiring work visit his website at www.josevillaphoto.com.









Posted by Emilie Harrison

Floral Styling Shoot

Photographer Stewart Leishman has teamed up with florist Muesli and Yogurt to do a styling shoot showcasing beautiful flowers with stunning photography. Here are the results!

















For more beautiful images please head over to Stewart Leishman's blog.

Posted by Emma Henderson