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Only a ninety-minute drive from Melbourne, Phillip Island is synonymous to so many Australians as a brilliant beach getaway with a penchant for penguins. But aside from its coastal appeal and undeniable holiday essence, the island offers couples looking to tie the knot a wealth of stunning venues and ample possibilities to extend their stay into a delicious minimoon or longer holiday. Journey with us, dearest reader, as we sit down with the talented vendors that bring these brilliant destination weddings to life, as the true beating hearts of weddings at Phillip Island. THE SHEARING SHED @theshearingshed Standing proudly on the outskirts of Cowes on an expansive 20 acres, The Shearing Shed was originally built back in the 1950s, and four generations have since called this beloved property home. Now…

Redesigning Tradition When the Queen of England married Prince Albert in 1840, her then-unconventional decision to wear a white dress with lace detail influenced brides across the western world and continued to shape the design and fashion of bridal gowns for centuries to come. Previously, royal wedding dresses were a method of displaying the royal family’s wealth and were often emblazoned with various heavy jewels. The famous gown worn by Queen Victoria marked a shift in these traditional and established wedding dresses, with the trendsetting Queen instead donning a remarkable – yet comparatively more modest – gown adorned with dazzling orange blossoms, with a matching wreath headpiece in lieu of a traditional tiara. Although this style of dress has by no means disappeared – white and lace remain a staple…

Dazzling diamonds are the luxurious engagement go-to for many reasons. Contrary to the age-old saying, however, the diamond isn’t the only stone that is forever. In fact, many couples are now bucking the diamond trend in favour of more ethical stones, as awareness continues to be raised about the realities of the global mining industry. Let’s Get Ethical TThe world’s gemstones come from mines in approximately fifty countries across the globe. Unfortunately, only a handful of that fifty produce what we think of as ‘sustainable’ or ‘ethical’ gemstones. This ‘fair trade’ status is determined by many factors, namely the environmental impact of the mine and the treatment and conditions of its workers. “Traditional mining methods are honed to be cost effective. This means that the whole process is designed to…

Having more than twenty-five years’ experience in bridal hair and makeup under her toolbelt, Natasha Wright is no stranger to making someone feel truly beautiful on their wedding day. A bridal look has long been synonymous with glowing skin – radiating the internal happiness that comes with marrying the person you love most of all. Journey with us, dear reader, as we dive skin deep into the foundations of a glowing bridal look, and exactly how to achieve this beaming brilliance for yourself. Prepare Accordingly Glowing skin – much like anything – never happens overnight. And while makeup certainly offers impressive transformative properties and excellent coverage, true healthy skin starts long before your wedding day. Wright encourages her brides-to-be to maintain a consistent skincare routine, drink plenty of water and…

With years of personal development and a variety of training in different modalities under her belt, Annette Vukoje once thought she knew “everything there was to know about emotional freedom”. However, as she candidly tells Wedding & Bride, it wasn’t until she took the time to discover “a greater understanding of the natural female code”, that she was able to fuse together her training – which includes a Master Hypnotherapy qualification – and apply its values to her personal and professional life for an exceptional outcome. Read on, as Vukoje shares her pearls of wisdom and trusted strategies for better communication with your partner, stress management and mental clarity in the lead up to your wedding. Turning Struggle Into Strength As humans, no matter how we choose to live our…

PHOTOGRAPHY Allie Claire Creative MODEL Laura @Vivien’s Models HAIR & MAKEUP Magical Makeovers VENUE Camp David Farm GOWN Ziva Wedding Dresses TAMING THE MANE MDV: “Laura’s textured low ponytail was created using a GHD Curve Classic Curl Tong, with a 26mm barrel, for ultimate texture. In small sections, the hair was waved in a backward-forwards motion to create irregular ‘bends’ that encompass a lived in, natural vibe. The key with this technique is to alternate directions with each section. This enables the finished look to have loads of dimension that photographs well, and a more natural finish that isn’t too polished. Before waving the hair, I sprayed each section with a blast of Goldwell Hair Lacquer at the roots, for both hold and volume. This was followed by a light…

With a combined total of nineteen years’ experience, McIntyre and Marshall met when working together at another custom suit business. In 2019, the pair put their heads together and founded YSG Tailors, combining their collective expertise to deliver a high-quality product and an experience-based service. In this time the dynamic duo has created countless unique formal outfits to suit a diverse range of themes and styles. Here, the pair team up again to share the versatility and endless variety that a custom suit can offer, and how you can make a statement that both harmonises with your wedding party and still defines you as an individual. Sew Your Own Way In the last twelve months, McIntyre and Marshall have seen a trend towards black tuxedos, or a classic white or…

If you’ve ever received a thoughtfully written card or carefully chosen gift, you will understand how deeply special it feels to receive something individualised and distinctly personal. Knowing someone has thought of you is a beautiful and heartening experience, and when it comes to an event as sentimental as your wedding, it’s something certainly worth maximising for your attending guests. Let’s Get Personal So much goes into planning a wedding but, for many, the first step in creating your dream day is choosing your colour scheme and selecting an overall theme for the occasion. “The best way couples can reflect themselves on their wedding day is by choosing a theme that suits them perfectly,” says Naylor. Not only will this showcase the personalities of both you and your partner, but…

PHOTOGRAPHYAllie Claire Creative0424 699 165hello@allieclaire.com.auwww.allieclaire.com.au VENUEOne2One Events atMercure Melbourne Doncaster6 Tower Street, Doncaster03 9843 8900www.one2oneevents.com.au Δ Wildblooms Floristry0481 786 620info@wildbloomsfloristry.com.auwww.wildbloomsfloristry.com.au Δ Flowers by Debbie O’NeillCroydon Hills | 0412 513 354debbie@debbieoneill.com.auwww.debbieoneill.com.au Δ Heavenly Creations FloristryClyde North | 0439 326 574heavenly_creations@bigpond.comwww.heavenlycreationsfloristry.com Δ Helen Bye FlowersCoburg | 03 9386 2827flowers@helenbye.comwww.helenbye.com Δ Chromata Florals0403 301 000chromataflorals@gmail.comwww.chromataflorals.com.au Δ St Rose Floristry DesignsBrunswick East | 0421 861 198marypporter@hotmail.comwww.strosefloristrydesigns.com.au Δ Misses Fleuri StudioKew | 03 9852 9985info@missesfleuri.com.auwww.missesfleuri.com.au Δ Crown Yourself Floral Design0423 684 721crownyourselffloraldesign@gmail.comwww.crownyourself.com.au Δ My Botanic LifeRingwood | 0417 551 837mybotaniclife@gmail.comwww.mybotaniclife.com.au Δ The Art Of Nature Floral StudioPascoe Vale | 0478 777 487theartofnaturefloralstudio@gmail.comwww.theartofnaturefloralstudio.com.au Δ Wandin FloristWandin | 03 5964 3840flowers@wandinflorist.com.auwww.wandinflorist.com.au Δ Decodays Faux Flower StudioPakenham | 0435 125 986wendy.decodays@gmail.comwww.decodays.com.au CHROMATA FLORALS Chromata Florals is a Melbourne-based floral designer. Owner and floral expert, Faye Traficante’s passion and…

The Prep From the historical carriage to the royal coach, arriving in style has become a fixture in the contemporary wedding itinerary. However, a chauffeur’s job starts long before a couple hops into their wedding transport of choice, with the best chauffeurs ticking many a box behind the scenes before the big day. “I usually start a week prior by taking the cars out for a drive to ensure they run smoothly and check that everything is mechanically correct for the day,” describes Xerri. “We keep [the cars] tidy inside and out and will put complimentary white ribbons on the cars if requested. The couple can [then] decide to carry the bouquets in the rear-view mirror or at the front.” In the lead up to a wedding, a chauffeur will…

Chasing A Moment There are few events in one’s life more cinematic than a wedding day. Surrounded by friends and family, the loved-up couple find themselves centre stage. Now, with the proliferation of advanced technology, it’s possible for your wedding to be captured like the feature film it felt like on the day – and even slow certain moments down to relive them over and over again. A perfect, moving technique for wedding videography, slow-motion film was invented in the early twentieth century by Austrian priest August Musger, and is “such a unique choice to make for a video edit,” says wedding videography expert, Andrew Dinh. “Time on a wedding day just moves far too quickly and you’ll have moments that should be slowed down and felt.” By choosing those…

Times They Are A-Changin’ Music has been an integral part of wedding celebrations since the most typical instruments for wedding music were first invented in the mid to late 1500s. While dignified, sombre services were archetypal of the time, weddings during the renaissance were a musical affair, and it was standard procedure for the bride, groom and the groom’s family to be accompanied by musicians performing with flutes, bagpipes and other haut instruments on their journey to the church. Centuries later, our wedding ceremonies and receptions look vastly different and have even transformed tremendously within our lifetimes. Now with so much to choose from, it can be hard knowing where – and how – to start, but advice from a seasoned expert can make the world of difference when turning…

People have been replicating flora for centuries, with evidence of this being found by archaeologists. Throughout the millennia, these stunning faux flowers have been constructed from a myriad of creative materials such as stained horn shavings and painted linen in Ancient Egypt, silver and gold in Ancient Rome, silk in Ancient China and even colourful feathers in the depths of South America. In modern times, faux flowers are offering brides a wealth of opportunity to keep their bouquets for an infinite period of time – and to form an eternal reminder of one’s wedding. Planning For The Future Today, the craft of faux flowers has developed to a near-perfect artform. Made from quality fabrics such as silk and velvet, if arranged with care, the imitation flora can be indistinguishable from…

Having had a strong passion from baking at a young age, it was inspiration from their respective grandmothers – who taught them each how to bake desserts for their families – that drew Virgona and Noto into the decadent world of desserts. Meeting one another at culinary school, the stars aligned when Virgona and Noto began at the same workplace and the motivation to start their own business truly bloomed. “Creating wedding cakes starts from bringing together ingredients to create a delicious cake – and results in producing a beautiful piece of artwork,” the pair affirm. “The reactions of the bride and groom after seeing their wedding cake is so beautiful and inspiring to always do more.” And in the world of chocolate wedding cakes, it is perhaps chocolate’s unrivalled…

A Royal Touch The first photograph was taken back in 1825 by French inventor, Joseph Nicéphore Niépce. The image – black and white – depicted the view from a window at Le Gras, taken with an exposure of eight hours. As a result, the sun shines on both the east and west of the photograph. Some twenty years later, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert became the first newlywed couple to have wedding portraits taken. The image – taken after the ceremony – depicts the twenty-year-old Queen of England adorned with opulent lace and delicate floral appliques looking adoringly at her prince. That simple yet romantic gesture of a woman in love, helped shape the face of weddings forever. Because photography was in its infancy back then, it was limited in…

Bright Ideas “Whether it’s an intimate wedding or an extravagant reception, styling is a core component to achieve a dream wedding,” Stav Hatzipantelis assures readers. He believes the styling of your wedding is incredibly significant as it is an “experience and a journey you want to take your guests on”. Styling covers everything from bridal tables, backdrops, seating charts, furniture, and table décor. It can be as minimal as a touch of floral arrangements, to as grandiose as a full room transformation. By infusing your wedding with light, texture, and accessories, you’re adding depth and emotion to your ceremony and reception. Furthermore, you’re also ensuring that you and your guests are transported to a romantic space that exists outside of the realm of reality. Hatzipantelis observes that lighting isn’t always…

Anastasi Dalton’s love for all things love was inspired by his grandmother at a young age, as she taught him the many ways that one can love a person, and to express that love to those who share his life. This was a gift that he took with him to his career as a ballroom dance champion and instructor, where he would help hundreds of couples choregraph their first dance to be unique and personal, while easing their anxieties. It was through both this experience, and his subsequent role framing and resizing engagement rings and wedding bands that Dalton realised that the ultimate privilege is to listen to a couple’s love story unfold, and as such, it was only a natural progression for him to become a registered marriage celebrant.…

In Australia, it can be rare to find historic estates that can host your wedding. In Easy Weddings’ list of top ten historic wedding venues, there are only three in Victoria alone. Some beauties come to mind – the gorgeous Rippon Lea Estate and elegant Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne – yet Overnewton Castle is the only original Scottish Baronial Castle available for weddings in the whole of Australia. Princess For A Day A historic venue stands out amongst other wedding locations for its unique and undeniable splendour. While a traditional banquet hall space or basic outdoor venue certainly have their own merits, you likely won’t be privy to the luxury and storybook charm on offer at historic estates such as mansions or castles. Emma Stott of Overnewton Castle summarises it aptly…