Love at first sight

There is nothing like a romance to start our Monday morning, and what a romance John and Christina have had. Just like in a fairytale, the couple knew they were meant for each other the minute they locked eyes.

When John and Christina met, sparks flew. A new fate was written for two people working in Collins Street, Melbourne. John tells how he was completely swept off his feet by Christina's warmth, happiness and positive energy, "It was truly love at fist sight."
Six months later, on a warm October afternoon at Elwood Beach lookout, John asked Christina to marry him... she was deleriously happy and even speechless. After that passed, of course she said yes!


They said their vows at St John Catholic Church in Wheelers HIll, Victoria, where 250 of their closest friends and family watched on in excitement.
"Our major highlight of the day was sharing the photo session with Christina's nonna (grandmother), Lucia at the Assisi Aged Care facility in Rosana. Lucia was unable to make the wedding celebration, so we bought the celebration to her - with wonderful food beautiful weather and plenty of laughter."

The couple shared with me what the meaning of marriage is to them: "Marriage is the ultimate opportunity to intimately share our passion for life together. We both love learning, supporting people and making our communities better. Travel, music, adventure, entertainment and business - everything is made more magical by having a special companion with whom you communicate with openly and trust unconditionally."
Such a beautiful way to look at their future together... (sigh).

 

Wedding date:18 December 2010
Wedding location:  Melbourne, Australia
How many guests: 250
Church:    St Justin’s Catholic Church, Wheelers Hill, Victoria
Reception: L’unica Reception, Parkville, Victoria 
Photographer: Robyn Slavin Photography and DesignWedding Dress:  Raffaele Ciuca
The bride's dress: Raffaele Ciuca
The groom’s attire: Pavillion Menswear

The wedding theme: Classic
The wedding flowers: Lilypad
Honeymoon: Hawaii

Congratulations to John and Christina!

Please let me know what the meaning of marriage is to you and your partner - love to hear your thoughts either here or on FB.

K xx

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Save on your reception!

Happy Friday Modern Wedding Brides! I am excited to share some great news for brides who are planning in a hurry!

WatersEdge - Dockside Group

Just when you thought it wouldn't be possible to organise a wedding in a few months... Dockside Group are not only making it possible - but they will help you do it in style and on budget!

WatersEdge - Dockside Group

WatersEdge - Dockside Group

The Dockside Group are offering a special on last minute weddings in May, June and July 2011. You can save up to $30 per person (!!!!) on their all-inclusive wedding reception packages.

Who are the Dockside Group? They provide seven of Sydney's most spectacular wedding venues in and around the harbour, all with fantastic water views. WatersEdge, Wolfies, Italian Village, Dockside, L'Aqua, Star room, Waterfront.

Star room - Dockside Group

Italian Village - Dockside Group

It is a fantastic offer, probably worth bringing the date of your wedding forward?? Definitely worth a look into. You can find all their venues with some great photos here - Dockside Group.
Email or call them to arrange a meeting and take a tour of your favourite one. weddings@docksidegroup.com.au
1300 117 118

Have fun and enjoy!

K xx
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A Fiery Wedding Theme

Fire, warmth, sunshine, passion, love... these words were tromping around my head last night for some reason, perhaps because of the slight chill in the air. Blissfully, summer still lingers and it's not Autumn yet, but the striking colour combination of red, orange and yellow fits perfectly with both seasons. Wonderfully, we have just finished shooting some stunning images of flowers and cakes that helped to inspire this fiery wedding theme, along with some stunning gowns that absolutely sizzle. Fierce...

Images Top to Bottom, Left to Right: Gown Aire Fiesta, Bouquet Peonies Wedding Floral Designer, Cake Casa Del Cakes, Cupcakes I Do Cupcakes, Bouquet Debbie O'Neill, Gown Fiorenza Evening, Hair by Beverly C & Steven Glendinning for Beverly C, Makeup by Cheryl Phelps-Gardiner, Styling Bernard Connelly, Photography Andrew O'Toole, Products by Goldwell.

Designers, florists, decorators, cake creators and even jewellers are all aflame for this fiery new season palette. Add a spash of yellow flowers, a sparkling red ruby or a flare of bright orange bridesmaids gowns to fire up your wedding theme.

Left to Right: Inlighten Photography, Bill Hicks Jewellery Design, gm photographics

What do you think of the fiery new season colours? Will you be adding something sizzling to your wedding? Red, Yellow or Orange? Let us know! Leave your comments or stop by facebook & twitter and let us know how your plans are going.

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Enjoy!
R xox

Winter wonderland

Some call it dreary, I call it a big relief!  The last two days in Sydney have been overcast, with sprinkles and a beautiful cool 22 degrees - a huge relief from the 40 degree heat from the past few weeks. The difference feels so great, that it actually seems like Winter is just around the corner! This year I am looking forward to doonas, dvd's, hot-pot dinners and log fires! Even if you're a summer lover, you can't deny it - that sounds exciting!
This morning I was hit with the definition of 'perfect timing' when I found an email in my inbox about a beautiful May wedding. To my delight the couple had made full use of the season to accessorise the event and the bride's dress. She wore a beautiful long satin coat over her Ivory gown, the colour theme was warm chocolate brown and pink and the reception looked to be all about comfort and cozy.
The story of Renee and Bradley inspired me to create a Winter inspiration board... I will post their story later in the week... promise!

Clockwise from top left: Inlighten Photography, Renee & Bradley, Sweet Art (left), Rose Vine Wedding Invites, Renee & Bradley's wedding, Sweet Art, Natural Lights Photography

If you are planning a winter wedding, please share your inspiration boards with us - post it on our facebook page! I'd love to see some of your ideas and celebrate this cooler weather a little more:)

Enjoy!




K xx
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Five star event and you're invited!

Fancy a day of canapes, champagne and tons of inspiration all in a luxurious and venue? Are you busy this weekend?
The stunning Quay Grand Suites in Sydney is opening it's doors and helping you plan your wedding. Explore the wonderful choices of beautiful reception venues either overlooking the sparkling Sydney Harbour or nestled in amongst the vineyards in the Hunter Valley region.

The Quay Grand Suites are putting on a show to exhibit what they have on offer at both their Sydney Quay Grand and also The Sebel Kirkton Park, Hunter Valley. Discover two venues in the one location on Saturday 26th Feb. 2011.

Not only will you be inspired, full of delicious food and bubbles, but you could also be walking away with one of their fantastic prizes.

To secure your place at this five-star event call their wedding planner on 02 9256 4188 or email them at functions@qgss.mirvac.com
Where? Quay Grand Suites
When? Saturday 26th Feb 10am - 2pm
Why? Inspiration and a bit of fun:)

Enjoy!

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Important message for all brides!

I want to share with you a very important story from one of our brides.
Rebecca wrote to me a little while ago with a sad and probably all too common story. Hopefully you have not had the misfortune of experiencing similar. I hope you can heed her warning and show up to your supplier meetings armed with knowledge and the right questions to ask.

This is the lovely Rebecca and her fiance Ed, who are getting married tomorrow! (congrats guys)
This is their story - with a very clear and essential message!

"When we got engaged, we booked a wedding venue in Melbourne, reading all of their terms and conditions- we were not so happy with a minor amount of the terms-but being very little issues, we were more than happy to compromise and we went with that venue. As it turns out, we made a terrible mistake, as looking back- we picked it on it’s looks- it is a stunning looking place-fabulous for photo’s and ambiance (we thought) but...as my mother used to say (and mothers are always right!) Never judge a book by its cover...

Once the sales man pitch (manager of venue) was over and the large sum of money had been paid to the venue, our wedding was handed over to a very young inexperienced girl, who didn’t seem to have alot of passion for her job and we started facing some challenging issues that the venue wouldn’t compromise on and didn’t care to find a compromise with us...(and when we tried to speak with the manager that took our money and toured us around the venue on sales pitch day- he was never there, apparently, and never answered our calls or messages).

The issues we had included:

• We were not allowed to have any outside companies come in to the venue to decorate before 5pm and our ceremony was at 5:15pm, but the venue don’t decorate for you so- catch 22!
• The venue won’t decorate at all- “it’s above what we do”, the young girl said. (that’s not what the manager said when they took our money on sales pitch day!) 
• They said we would have to use an outside source for any decorating-which quotes came in at $3-4,000 dollars. 
• We were not allowed to set up anything ourselves due to what they said was their ‘public liability’ clause and it just became more difficult by the day to deal with this venue and we as a bride & groom were becoming very stressed. (non of this was in any literature or conditions)
• (*the list goes on and on...)

In the end, after a longer list of things breaking down in our communication and dealings with this venue (along with what we felt to be as a non caring attitude they were receiving us with)- we had no option but to get out of the agreement resulting in a big loss of money and no wedding venue for our February wedding!
I knew of Margaret McLelland’s outstanding hospitality and highly commendable reputation through a friend and I gave her a call to seek her advice. She talked us through the situation and offered her help, support and ultimately, her venue- Rupertswood Mansion (Victoria)."
Rebecca was thrilled to say that they found there were no hidden costs involved with their new venue, they were easy going, a joy to deal with and supplied everything so they saved money. A dream come true for the couple.
This is their new reception venue! Wow!

The moral of this story?

1. Ask LOTS of questions when choosing a venue. Rebecca thought they were asking great questions - but they didn't cover some vital issues.
2. Listen to your intuition
3. Don't only choose a venue for it's looks - get to know the people who will be planning and hosting the event.

So what questions are essential to ask your venue? Here is a list to print out and take with you to your appointment.

1. Do they have the capacity to accommodate your guest numbers?
2. Do they have min. max. number requirements?
3. When are the final numbers needed?
4. What are the packages they offer - what do they include? What do they exclude?
5. How many hours do the packages allow for?
6. Are the style and décor of the venue in keeping with your wedding theme, ambience and level of sophistication or formality?
7. Can they handle the catering and/or a bar? If not, will they allow you to bring in your own caterers, food, drinks and serving staff?
8. Can they provide a function coordinator to be our point of contact and to be there on the day to ensure that everything you have asked for is done the way you want it?
9. Can you see photos of previous weddings held here?
10. What style and condition are the décor and furnishings?
11. Can they decorate the room or provide tables, seating and lighting to suit your reception?
     If so, what is the age and condition of this equipment and does the venue provide technicians to set it up/dismantle and operate it? 
12. If not, will they allow you to bring in outside decorators and lighting people?
13. Can they take early deliveries? When can you go in to set up?
14. Can they provide bar and wait staff, security, first aid, a doorman, valet parking?
15. Are staff well groomed, polite and personable and have all the necessary skills, qualifications, licenses and permits?
16. How many people will be working on the wedding?
17. Will there be another wedding on the same day?
18. Do they have a built in sound system?
19. Can the ceremony be held at the same location as the reception?
20. Are there any great photo locations on the grounds?
21. Any restrictions? Including finishing time, noise levels, smoking, parking, outdoor lighting, types of entertainment or equipment?
22. Can they cope with special requirements such as wheelchair access, disabled parking, special diets, a room for younger children?
23. What are the cencellation fees or overtime charges?
24. Are there any extra costs that we haven't discussed?

NOW IT'S YOUR TURN TO SHARE! Do you have any advice to share with other brides or perhaps some BIG lessons you have had to learn?

Please share and help other brides avoid some big headaches!

Have a great weekend!
K xx

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A crystal clear beginning

Lauren and Trent were inseparable within days of meeting each other. A few years later their wedding was a luxurious celebration of their love; complete with haute couture, beautiful bouquets and a stunning reception.

 

 “After dinner at our favourite restaurant Trent organised a room at the Crowne Plaza. He had filled it with white and pink roses and candles. He bent down on one knee and surprised me with my beautiful ring. We celebrated with rose Moet out of crystal glasses that Trent had engraved with our names. We drank from those same glasses on our wedding night,” says Lauren.

She loves all things designer so when it came to buying her wedding gown, Lauren went straight for the best – a Vera Wang gown from Helen Rodrigues in Neutral Bay. Her ivory dress was strapless with a fishtail, bands of ruffles and featured fabric blooms on the train. Classic yet modern it represented the essence of the entire wedding day: formal, elegant and romantic.

Her four bridesmaids wore Vera Wang too – strapless mint dresses with a black bow and balloon hemline. Their shoes were black with a structured bow and Lauren gifted them crystal earrings to wear on the day.

Bouquets of white David Austen roses complemented by pink rose buds beautifully enhanced Lauren and her maids’ look.

Trent and his four groomsmen followed the ivory and black theme by wearing suits with vest from Spurling Formal Wear.

Every inch of the ballroom was professionally decorated, creating a stylish and romantic space.

 “We had white fabric and fairy lights draped from the ceiling. Each round table had a white tablecloth, a mirror centrepiece with crystal ball and tea light candles. Around each crystal ball were three small crystal votives and three vases featuring champagne roses and white David Austin roses,” says Lauren.

The entire day was memorable and yet for Lauren it was seeing Trent as she walked into the church that stuck in her mind. They also attended bridal waltz lessons before their big day and danced like professionals on the night.

The entire celebration was captured by Andrew from Impact Images.
“We have the most beautiful wedding album to treasure,” says Lauren.
The newlyweds honeymooned in Hawaii: Turtle Bay, Maui and Waikiki.

Hope you enjoy their beautiful story as much as I did!

K xx

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Once in a Lifetime

Their eyes met across a crowded room and they knew there was the potential for something special... but it wasn't a fancy cocktail party with tuxedos and martinis or another wedding with champagne and candlelight; Roslyn and Adam met at an RSVP function, where they were given name-tags designating them as cute cartoon couples. Roslyn, as Olive Oyl and Adam, as Popeye, immediately took a liking to one another and just a month later, they knew they wanted to spend their lives together.

"We had spent the day in the city enjoying ourselves for Australia Day, taking in The Rocks and when we got home, he dropped to one knee and asked me to marry him," said Roslyn.

The ceremony was held at Sydney's beautiful The Chinese Garden of Friendship in Darling Harbour. "It was really special for us because my celebrant on the day was the same girlfriend I originally went to the function with," Roslyn muses, "She made the ceremony so personal and very special."

Roslyn's gown was inspired by images and ideas from magazines, designed and handmade for her by Beverly Mann. Roslyn and Adam chose a wedding theme of champagne, creme and deep royal blue, with everything from flowers, to bridesmaid's dresses, flowers and table decorations, even the groomsmen's pocket squares coordinated. The reception was held at The Star Room in Darling Harbour.

Roslyn & Adam honeymooned in Malaysia and have made a home together in Sydney's trendy Brighton Le Sands. They're looking forward to more travel in the near future.

Gorgeous photography courtesy of Expressions Photography.

What a beautiful story :) Do you want to tell us your real wedding story? How did you meet? Leave your comments or for submissions email enquiries@modernwedding.com.au

For more stunning real weddings look out for Modern Wedding Magazine's 50th Edition (which includes a bunch of free supplements and loads of real weddings) on sale mid-March - yay!

Enjoy!
R xox

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Wine, Wedded & Wonderful

We enjoyed a celebration of all things wedded and wonderful last night at Manly Wine & The Wine Suites. What a gorgeous location! We were completely spoilt (as every bride should be), taken by water taxi and then BMW to the beautiful location on Manly's wharf.

Things kicked off with a very girly kitchen-tea inspired picnic - perfect for a bridal shower or engagement celebration - we love the three-tiered high-tea style platters of sweet & savoury. The glamorous Holly Brisley was our MC for the night. The private outdoor garden terrace was heavenly! Perfect for cocktails and canapes for up to 150 people! *Swoon*

Top Left to Bottom Right: Shane O'Neill, Natalie Page, Lauren King & Cameron Pine enjoy the beautiful surrounds, Eve Brown & Alison Piotrowski soak up the atmosphere, the gorgeous "Giggly Rose Cocktail" and our stunning host for the night Holly Brisley.

 Our favourite part had to be the Beachside Suites wrap-around bar and glass balcony - perfect for your luxurious or relaxed sit-down reception dinner for up to 90. We were also treated to a preview of Henry Roth's latest collection... divine!

Chloe Allan, Caroline Komkol, Rachael Donovan, Tim Funnell, Maddi Thawley and Kate Perkowski model Henry Roth's intricate ivory bridal designs

 

Bridal hair & makeup artist June-Rose was on hand to share her tips and tricks, she put her experience to good use creating stunning beach-inspired hair and makeup looks for the five models and our host Holly Brisley.

The Beach Suites seat 30 - 90 people and stands up to 150. The Entire Wine Suites seat up to 120 and cater for cocktail functions of up to 250. For those looking for a more intimate setting, The Terrace Suites offer a secluded locale for your engagement party and seat between 14 and 90 people, with standing room for up to 150.

For more information on Manly Wine & The Wine Suites visit www.functionsandevents.com.au/thewinesuites


Stunning! Don't you agree? What kind of wedding can you see at the Wine Suites? Leave your comments or stop by Facebook and Twitter and say hi :)

R xox

Vintage Black & White

We have been inundated with gorgeous wedding images from couples, photographers and stylists lately, and I am loving the vintage vibe that is surrounding weddings right now. Everything old is new again it seems! From jewellery, to vintage gowns, and black and white photography, there's a special sense of personality and uniqueness to this look that is both slick and modern, as well as elaborate and fanciful.

I'm loving details like fascinators and fedoras, handwritten invitations, homemade bomboniere, stylish themed transport and your Nanna's pearls.

Top to Bottom, Left to Right: Divinity Photography & Video, Eye to Eye Photography, Photography on Hermitage, Wills Quills, gm photographics, XSiGHT Photography & Video, Natural Lights Photography.

 I love how black and white photography really captures the emotion and beauty of a moment, perfect for your wedding day! And keeping the colour theme monochrome really makes for a stylish overall look. No matter how many quirky details you include.

Some of our favourite quirky products from the Modern Wedding Shop have a bit of a vintage vibe and fanciful feel.

Damask Print Tealight Holders, Vintage Black Fabric Parasol, Damask Print Personalised Mint Tins, Bourbon Street Streetlight Placecard Holders all available from Modern Wedding Shop.

Keep your hair and makeup natural and emphasize either a Bridgette Bardot-like liquid lined eye, or a Marilyn Monroe-style va-va-voom red lip.

What's going to be your "something old"? What's the quirky, fanciful element of your wedding? Post your comments or stop by Facebook and Twitter and say hi :)

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Enjoy!
R xox

A romance of the seas

I have such a beautiful love story to share with you today - a story about an Aussie and a Kiwi who met on the other side of the globe on a sailing cruise around Croatia.

Before Amanda and Fraser met, they were experiencing very different lives in Britain, Fraser working on a farm in Oxenford and Amanda, a teacher, braving the demanding classrooms around London. After some time of working hard both had decided to take off on an Adriatic sea adventure... this is where their story begins.
It was off the coast of Croatia that the couple first locked eyes and began their romantic life together. As love blossomed after that life-changing day, the couple were faced with the reality that they called very different places home.
"We knew it was going to be difficult for a start, him being a Kiwi and me being an Aussie, however everytime we went to say goodbye it was too hard, my heart was being torn apart."
Amanda had decided that her home was with Fraser so moved to New Zealand. Amanda still longed for Australia, so the couple planned to say their vows in Burleigh Heads, Australia with Amanda's family and friends.

"All our friends and family in New Zealand came across the ditch to meet my friends and family in Australia to share this wonderful day and wonderful country!  We felt like movie stars on our wedding day, so special that so many people came across the globe just to celebrate our wonderful day " Amanda remembers.

 

The couple's friends went the extra mile to put on a good show for the couple, "The bridal party performed a choreographed dance to a medley of songs for the traditional wedding dance. This was kept a secret... the bridal party rehearsed for many nights before the day." Check out the photos of the bridesmaids and groomsmen practicing - so cute!
"What a day!"

Congratulations Amanda and Fraser - we wish you all the best for your lives in NZ!

K xx

Going Green

Merry Monday Modern Wedding Brides -  I hope you're all feeling fresh, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed! The team at Modern Wedding are currently working on putting together our annual Luxury Weddings magazine and one of my favourite things is seeing all the beautiful images from real weddings that are submitted to us. I'm a bit of a fashionista and I love seeing what these creative couples come up with.

One of the big trends we're seeing at the moment is gorgeous green! From flowers to table decorations, jewellery and fashion, it seems that fresh, funky and fun is the direction and green is the mode. Symbolic of nature, harmony and new beginnings - really it's no wonder it's becoming a popular colour choice for weddings.

Images (top to bottom, left to right): Belhaven Manor, Vienna Woods Flowers, Stuart Leal Photography & Video, XSiGHT Photography, Cameron Bloom Photography, gm photographics,
Simone Carvalli Bridesmaids dresses, Styled by Sting Hire from Chaircovers & Candelabra

Maybe it's a little of the eco-aesthetic, perhaps it's a return to nature, whatever the reason I am loving that modern couples are going green. Think lashings of unique foliage, soft white or ivory blooms, fruit and vegetable table decorations and eco-inspired stationery. Delicious! Green goes best as either a strong feature colour against a soft white or monochrome background palette or as a beautiful background colour behind featured pastels or brights. Novel and versatile? *swoon*

Left to Right: Eco Folding Natural Cotton Tote, Green Paper Hand Fan, Topiary Photo/Place Card Holder

And how about these cute as products from the Modern Wedding Shop? There are loads more available at our Green Chic Wedding Theme inspiration page at www.modernwedding.com.au 

Whether it's apple, lime, emerald or jade: green is gorgeous! What does your colour theme mean? And what inspired it? Leave your comments or drop by our Facebook and Twitter pages and say hi! :)

And don't forget to enter our awesome Modern Wedding Shop Valentine's Giveaway

Enjoy!
R xox

Dear Brides, WIN $200 to spend on your wedding!

Happy Friday!
The theme of February so far? Cold drinks, ice-creams, fans and swimming. Escaping the heat has consumed us all here at Modern Wedding, but there is something much more exciting on the horizon! A day of love-notes, first kisses, dates and romance. Valentines Day is synonymous with February; Proposals are popping all around us and new relationships are forming... certainly something to be celebrated.
For Valentines this year, and for a bit of fun, we are giving one lucky bride a $200 Voucher to spend at our shop!

Ever since we opened up our Modern Wedding store three years ago, happy, blushing brides have been saving their precious time and leg work by buying their goodies at our very own store. The shop is brimming with goodies such as wedding bomboniere, parasols, decorations, cake decorations, stationery, gifts, jewellery and veils, ceremony accessories, theming ideas, hens party supplies and more. I'm constantly marvelling at the lovely goodies that our clever buyers find from all over the world.

Here are just a few things you could buy with your $200 - Valentines inspired... of course!

Clockwise from top left: A Slice of Love (Steel Pizza Cutter), Red Chocolate Hearts, Photo Booth Backdrop, Personalised Aisle Runner, Najo Ring, Tea Light Candle Holder Favour

 

All you have to do is visit us on our facebook fan page and post on our wall what your favourite item from the shop is and why.
E.G. I have just been to the Modern Wedding Shop and I love the filigree cupcake wrappers - they will wrap up my day beautifully!
We will announce the winner on Valentines Day, so get your entries in by midnight Valentines Eve (12am 13th Feb. EST).

Good luck and Happy Friday!

K xx
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Calling all Sydney Brides

This magnificent setting is the work of The Mint, in Sydney's Hyde Park and Trippas White, their exclusive onsite caterers. The stunning, award-winning Mint is announcing their first WEDDING OPEN DAY, and you are invited.

On Saturday 26th February, The Mint will be holding a high tea and showcasing their stylish and contemporary event spaces. Prizes and gift bags are on offer for all who RSVP! What a great opportunity for our Sydney Brides or those interstate who are searching for a wedding destination.
Take a friend and meet the team at The Mint, Trippas White and other select wedding suppliers while enjoying a high-class event in beautiful surrounds.

The Mint's Open Day

Saturday 26th February 2011

11am - 4pm

Free Entry

RSVP - The Mint, 10 Macquarie St. Sydney

Ph: 02 8239 2410

venues@hht.ney.au

www.hhtvenues.com.au

Have fun!

K xx

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On Location: Luxurious Shoot

"Every bride deserves a little luxury" - I say, absolutely! And that's why every year we create a magazine dedicated to all things luxurious: Luxury Weddings. We were on location in Surry Hills yesterday shooting gorgeous gowns to scintillate and inspire you, and I wanted to give you a sneaky peak behind the scenes of our luxurious shoot!

Rainford Street Surry Hills, on location at Patrick Jones Studio

Jill Hutchings puts her talents to good use styling model Lauryn's hair; Couturier Lora Eliss sits in as stylist Gail MacDiarmid reviews the shots

Styling a gorgeous gown from Emoda Couture; Designer Leonard Derecourt relaxes and shares his thoughts on luxury gowns "I love to see the way each bride expresses her individuality!"

Lora Eliss adds a bit of bling with accessories; and Jill Hutchings and Rosetta Ripepi use some ingenuity to touch up 6ft Lauryn's hair

"Diamonds are a girl's best friend" - Lauryn shows us her Marilyn Monroe impression in a gown by Lora Eliss

Our soundtrack for the shoot: Music for Men - Gossip, The Kinks - The Kink Kontroversy, Marina & the Diamonds - The Family Jewels.

Our awesome team: Photographer - Chris Walsh, Stylist - Gail MacDiarmid, Hair - Jill Hutchings, Makeup - Rosetta Ripepi of Natural Bride, Model - Lauryn Tinker, Chadwicks.

What's going to be your most luxurious item for your wedding? Post your comments or stop by Facebook and Twitter and say hi! :)

Enjoy!
R xox