Your Complete Guide to Creating a DIY Wedding … That Looks Like You Called in the Pros

As almost any bride will admit, your Big Day may be beautiful, but it can also blow the budget very quickly! And, the stats back it up. In fact, with the average Australian wedding now costing over $35,315, more couples are choosing to prioritise saving for a home deposit over splurging on a lavish ceremony.…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa24/06/20250Comments

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5 Things You Need To Know About Your Wedding Photographer

That’s why we enlisted the help of Graham Monro of GM Photographics. Graham has photographed thousands of weddings and a long list of celebrities including Guy Sebastian and his wife Jules, and his work has been featured in many bridal magazines. Here, Graham explains the top five things you need to know about your wedding…

ByFranki Hobson19/10/20240Comments

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Is this your Engagement Ring Destiny?

Is this your Engagement Ring Destiny? Let's find out what astrologer Hedy Damari has to say. ARIES As the most bold and daring sign of the zodiac a run-of-the-mill setting simply won't cut it. Yes, diamonds are the gem stone for Aries and are bound to be featured but a red-hot ruby as the centrepiece will make…

ByHedy Damari13/12/20230Comments

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5 Ways To Nail The Mismatched Bridesmaid Dress Trend

Traditionally, bridesmaids have long been forced to suit up in their mandatory matching uniforms, without consideration given to their personal styles, body shapes or skin tones. But today, brides are beginning to embrace variation within their bridal party, which has seen the trend of mismatching bridesmaid dresses increase. Rebecca Lau Marsh, founder and general manager of Australian…

ByRobyn Foyster07/04/20210Comments

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Virtual Travel: Best Party Villas In Bali For Weddings, Birthdays & Other Bashes!

Now is not the time to travel but it doesn't stop us planning our next trip either. Here are some standouts in Bali. (Our invitation's in the mail, right?) Beachfront Villa Atas Ombak is a villa on top of the waves and boy, they got that right! Located on the beach just north of Seminyak, all…

ByThe Carousel08/07/20200Comments

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Bridal Inspiration: 7 Best-Dressed Celebrity Weddings

Bespoke Bridesmaids, the ultimate bridesmaid destination, gives us an insight into her top seven best-dressed celebrity weddings. Grace Kelly Hollywood’s movie star glamour queen playing a princess onscreen in hit movie, The Swan, early 1956 – Gold. Having Monaco’s dashing Prince Rainier ask to marry you in real life late 1956 – Priceless. Grace’s hourglass…

ByThe Carousel02/07/20200Comments

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Ready To Make The Leap? The Perfect Age To Get Married Revealed

If the warm glow of Valentine’s Day has got you thinking about taking your love to the next level, it might pay to factor in some maths before making the leap. Journalist Brian Christian and cognitive scientist Tom Griffiths, co-authors of Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions, argue that following what they…

ByJames Graham16/02/20170Comments

Bridal Fashion

The 7 Biggest Wedding Dress Mistakes & How To Fix Them

Australian couture wedding gown designer Adam Dixon has seen it all in more than 20 years of helping brides prepare for their biggest day. So who better to turn to than the star of Say Yes To The Dress: Australia (TLC) to ensure your walk down the aisle goes off without a hitch. Below he shares with…

ByJames Graham30/11/20160Comments

Bridal Fashion News & Trends

Vera Wang’s Sexy New Bridal Collection

Sponsored by Doltone House They’re not words usually associated with Vera Wang bridal wear, but there’s no better way to sum up the sizzling mood of the designer’s Fall 2016 collection. “In my heart of hearts, I’m a sensualist,” the famous American designer recently said. “I always see women as extremely sexual objects by my definition of sexy,…

ByThe Carousel28/01/20160Comments