An Influencer Extravaganza. And Four of the Most Expensive Weddings From Around the World

Concerns about the cost of living, seem to be less significant when it comes to planning a wedding. In fact, according to insights from ASIC's MoneySmart website, the typical expenditure for weddings in Australia during 2024 was up to $51,000. Similarly, basic budgets don't appear to apply to these couples. Who all enjoyed a no-expenses-spared celebration…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa10/06/20240Comments

Destinations Travel & Leisure

I So Do… Destination Weddings At Banyan Tree Phuket, Thailand

It’s the most memorable day of your life, so if you intend on marrying – and honeymooning – in absolute style, Banyan Tree Phuket is the resort for you… Banyan Tree Phuket is the Love Capital for a magical experience that is all about pampering, luxury, exceptional service and gazing into one another’s eyes. As…

ByFranki Hobson25/03/20242Comments

Beauty & Fashion Bridal Fashion

12 Sparkling Swarovski Bridal Gowns

It’s the glowing bride, but with a difference. Let's take a look at the Swarovski Sparkling Couture Exhibition which previously opened in Dubai, and we’ve flown in the hot haute couture gown images for your viewing pleasure. Swarovski, the global leader in cut crystal and fashion jewellery, is hosting the first ever Sparkling Couture exhibition to…

ByFranki Hobson15/11/20230Comments

Advice Destinations Luxury

Top 10 Stunning Honeymoon Destinations

The wedding is all over and everything (hopefully) went to plan - the only thing left to do is jet off on a gorgeous honeymoon that you will one day be telling your grandchildren about! Online rental giant Airbnb has unveiled its top 10 stunning destinations to get you pumped about planning your honeymoon. Treehouses are the ultimate…

ByThe Carousel05/12/20220Comments

Beauty & Fashion Bridal Bridal

The 100 Best Wedding Photographers In The World

The most beautiful, stylish, creative and artistic wedding photographers around the globe have been handpicked for your viewing pleasure. Smile … Wedding photographer Nicholas Purcell, of Nicolas Purcell Studio in Adelaide, has photographed hundreds of weddings in his career. He is also deeply immersed within the creative world of photography, with his finger on the pulse…

ByFranki Hobson21/12/20212Comments

Bridal

Flashback Weddings: A Good Vintage At Michelle & Piero’s Big Day

The newlyweds: Michelle, 31, lifestyle producer and Piero, 34, advertising copywriter. Ceremony and reception: Poachers Pantry, Hall, NSW. Big day: April 14, 2012. Style: Vintage Country Guest list: 80 Photography: by Amanda Thorson Dress: "I wore an ivory lace dress made by Sue from Anaessia. All of her dresses are one of a kind. She hand-beaded blue beads to give the…

ByFranki Hobson02/08/20210Comments

Bridal News & Trends

The Sexy Pre-Wedding Gift Brides Are Giving Grooms

Bridal trends come and go, and some stay happily ever after. But this surprising betrothed trend is one you may have missed. It’s a secret trend. A pre-wedding gift brides are arranging behind closed doors, with the intention that only the groom will ever see it. It’s called ‘For His Eyes Only’, and it’s a…

ByFranki Hobson04/05/20210Comments

Bridal

12 Beautiful, Unique Wedding Dresses (That No Bride Before You Has Worn)

Say ‘I do’ to these gorgeous gowns that are as unique as they are beautiful… Poufy ball gowns not your thing? The modern, alternative bride is going to love George Wu’s new collection, Wulfila's Message. With a strong poetic vision and Pagan influence, the collection has an ethereal feel featuring organic lace, delicate textiles, divine…

ByFranki Hobson25/04/20210Comments

Bridal

Eight Wow Wedding Bouquets For Your Big Day

These gorgeous picks, created by the fabulous florist to the stars (think Hamish Blake and Zoe Foster etc), Sean Cook from Mr Cook make perfect scents for your perfect wedding day… Wedding Bouquets “These bouquets were created for an Autumn wedding at the beautiful Milton Park in Bowral. The bouquets include dahlias, garden roses, waterlilies and berries.”…

ByFranki Hobson31/03/20210Comments

Bridal Nutrition Wellness & Health

The 5 Diet Mistakes Brides Make

Pip Reed, nutritionist and co-founder of TheHealthClinic.com.au, has been working with Brides for years – and she’s seen and heard it all. “I must say that Brides are some of my best clients,” explains Pip. “They come in with specific goals, a very specific date, and they don’t wait around for things to happen - they…

ByThe Carousel29/03/20210Comments