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Planning 3 years ago

Something old, something new…

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.. It’s a checklist that many brides have ticked off at their wedding, ensuring they have every little piece before they walk down the aisle.. We can thank an old English rhyme

by Alana Christensen

Planning 3 years ago

Catering the crowd

Catering can be one of the most expensive parts of planning a wedding. . Feeding your guests can be a complicated equation of quality, affordability and convenience.. But how will you cater for your guests?. Rewind 20 years and there was almost no

by Alana Christensen

Jewellery 3 years ago

Decoding jewellery jargon

Walking into a jewellery store can be overwhelming enough, let alone having to decode the accompanying jargon.. From the four Cs to wedding bands, diamond shapes and qualities, deciphering what each word means is key to making sure the bride-to-be

by Alana Christensen

Fashion 3 years ago

White weddings

Looking at weddings today you’d never realise that white bridesmaids’ dresses were once in vogue.. Previously, bridesmaids originally played the role of protecting the bride from evil spirits. . Throughout history bridesmaids were

by Alana Christensen

Photography 3 years ago

Photos to last a lifetime

When it comes to weddings they say it’s all about location, location, location.. And when it comes to photos to capture the special day, it’s no exception.. From rolling hills and expansive paddocks to the Dookie quarry, the Goulburn

by Alana Christensen

Planning 3 years ago

Carry rings in style

Whether they’re in the hands of your best man or an adorable ring bearer, ensuring the wedding rings get to the end of the aisle is serious business.. Gone are the days of simply placing them on a pillow or in a wedding purse, with couples

by Alana Christensen

Bride Groom 3 years ago

The happiest of endings

With so many decisions involved in putting together the perfect day, you can expect some things to go wrong.. However, four days out from my best friend’s wedding, I was not prepared for the magnitude of disasters that were due to hit us.. The

by Alana Christensen

Planning 3 years ago

Is someone sitting here?

There’s nothing better than bringing together friends and family for your special day.. But with so many guests, meals and tables to arrange, putting together a seating chart can be a time consuming, but necessary task.. Whether it’s

by Alana Christensen

Bride Groom 3 years ago

Decision time

When putting together the latest edition of Bride and Groom, we decided to help arm local brides with a clear and succinct checklist.. Acting as a play by play of tasks and timelines, the list is designed to hopefully ensure a stress free wedding

by Alana Christensen

Weddings 3 years ago

A wedding at home

Tamara Fry and Nathan Hayes are one of many couples opting to have their wedding ceremony and reception at home, transforming their cherished abode and picturesque property into the venue of their dreams. . . . Tamara and Nathan, of Mooroopna, opted

by Alana Christensen

Planning 4 years ago

The hunt for bridesmaids’ dresses

If you’re a frequent watcher of Hollywood movies you’ve no doubt seen a bridesmaid’s nightmare.. From the peach toned dress that blends everything together in a sea of beige to the bridesmaid’s dress whose ruffles consume any

by Alana Christensen

Planning 4 years ago

May I have this dance?

Whether it’s a song that’s become synonymous with your relationship, or just one whose words make you melt, there’s plenty to consider when choosing the song for your first dance.. With decades of music, both new and old, bringing

by Alana Christensen

Bride Groom 4 years ago

Diary of a bridesmaid

With a latte in my hand, a fully charged phone ready to take photos at a moment’s notice and a pair of comfortable shoes on, my best friend, the other bridesmaids and I marched forth into the belly of the beast – a wedding dress shop

by Alana Christensen

Planning 4 years ago

Will you be my bridesmaid?

Now that your fiancé has popped the question, it’s time for you to ask your best friends one of your own.. They’ll be by your side through the happiest of wedding times and the most stressful, so it is only fair that they have

by Alana Christensen

Planning 4 years ago

Kaleidoscope of colours

Colours have the power to set a mood for a wedding and to showcase the individuality of the couple.. To guide you in these decisions, below are some great sources of inspiration to start with.. Be inspired by the seasons. From the auburn leaves and

by Alana Christensen

Planning 4 years ago

Special mementos

Once upon a time, at any wedding across Australia, you could be sure to find the same item tied up in a cute little package. The humble sugared almond.. But today many couples are moving away from the traditional almond bonbonnières and towards

by Alana Christensen

Flowers 4 years ago

Positively blooming

On the surface, many bridal bouquets look effortlessly beautiful and match perfectly to the wedding. . But behind every petal is much careful consideration to ensure everything is just so.. With a few clever tips you too can ensure your bouquet

by Alana Christensen

Planning 4 years ago

The emergency kit for every bride

‘Hope for the best but plan for the worst’ can be a wise mantra for a wedding. With so many environmental and circumstantial things that can go wrong, it is important to have all bases covered. . From a duplicate of important phone numbers to

by Alana Christensen

Fashion 4 years ago

Bridesmaids dresses bringing contrast

Bold and darker colours are the latest trend for bridesmaids dresses, pushing aside the traditional muted hues.. Black and navy have led the way of late, providing a bold impact and inspiring unique bouquets and wedding decorations. . Another

by Alana Christensen

Fashion 4 years ago

Comfort first

It is not only brides that tire their poor feet on the wedding day; grooms too can feel sore from hours of standing and dancing.. So it is no surprise that comfort is a priority for grooms too, who are increasingly putting more thought into finding

by Alana Christensen

Alana Christensen

Planning 3 years ago

Something old, something new…

Planning 3 years ago

Catering the crowd

Jewellery 3 years ago

Decoding jewellery jargon

Fashion 3 years ago

White weddings

Photography 3 years ago

Photos to last a lifetime

Planning 3 years ago

Carry rings in style

Bride Groom 3 years ago

The happiest of endings

Planning 3 years ago

Is someone sitting here?

Bride Groom 3 years ago

Decision time

Weddings 3 years ago

A wedding at home

Planning 4 years ago

The hunt for bridesmaids’ dresses

Planning 4 years ago

May I have this dance?

Bride Groom 4 years ago

Diary of a bridesmaid

Planning 4 years ago

Will you be my bridesmaid?

Planning 4 years ago

Kaleidoscope of colours

Planning 4 years ago

Special mementos

Flowers 4 years ago

Positively blooming

Planning 4 years ago

The emergency kit for every bride

Fashion 4 years ago

Bridesmaids dresses bringing contrast

Fashion 4 years ago

Comfort first

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