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Intimate and gorgeous photo
What a beautiful and loving candid shot, from an intimate New Zealand wedding. It was snapped by Danelle Bohane Photography.
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Cute as a button…or cake
A cake that’s as cute as a button? Ehem… Button up? Maybe there’s a tie on the other side :). I love this cake, kudos to the cake styler.
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Nothing says Christmas wedding as this
Bright ‘n’ bubbly baubles make for the perfect bouquet at a Christmas wedding. ♥ ♥ ♥
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‘Buddy’ Franklin, Jesinta Campbell engaged
AFL superstar, Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin, and former Miss Universe Australia, Jesinta Campbell, are engaged. The surprise announcement was made by the bride-to-be, Jesinta, via her Instagram account, where she posted the black and white picture above with the caption, “I cannot wait to spend the rest of my life with you. There are no words…
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Elton John marries – and shares his big day on Instagram
British music legend Elton John has wed his partner of 21 years, film-maker David Furnish, having formally converted their civil partnership to a marriage on Sunday. The couple became civil partners in 2005, however, England’s marriage laws changed in March to allow same-sex weddings and Sir Elton and David decided to marry formally. Their wedding…
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Create magical moments on your big day
Wow. Just wow! We can’t even imagine how long it took photographer Ky Luu (from B Captured by Ky Luu) to snap this incredibly beautiful – and incredibly complex shot!
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A love letters time capsule
What a sweet, sweet idea! During your wedding reception, nail shut a box of your love letters (or emails!) and, during your first fight, sit down together and open it! You won’t be able to stay mad for too long remembering your wedding day and the emotion that led to it! ♥♥♥
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Wedding cake with lots of bling
Your wedding day bling needn’t be confined to your ring finger! What about adding a little pizazz to your wedding cake? 🙂
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Photoshoots near iconic landmarks
These two magnificent Australian icons make for some truly majestic wedding photography, don’t you think? Images: Dreamlife Photos & Video Melbourne
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Can you forget true love?
TRUE LOVE. <3 “My grandparents 60th wedding anniversary. My grandfather had Alzheimer’s. He didn’t remember his children, his home or anything else, but as bad as it got, whenever he saw my grandmother he would say, ‘Look at my beautiful wife,’” says reddit user colincass. <3
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Wedding memorabilia in christmas ornaments
Ohhh, what a great idea. Save some sand or a pebble or some other memento from your honeymoon and include it in a Christmas ornament – that you can keep forever!
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Mini bride nail polish 🙂
What a cool hen’s night favour idea! Turn some nail polish into a mini bride. <3
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Bright blue gumboots for the groom? 🙂
How can you not love a groom and groomsmen who are confident wearing bright blue gumboots? LOL. This wedding would have been LOTS of fun, don’t you think?
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A simple sentence makes an even bigger day
Happy Friday, folks! Here’s a lovely idea for your big day. Have someone slip your groom a note on which you’ve written a truly personal message like the one pictured! 🙂
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Pink and refreshing!
What a dee-lightful drink for a backyard summer wedding, strawberry lemonade – with real strawberries!
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Wedding gowns: Ersa Atelier’s Fall 2015 collection
Romanian designer Ersa Atelier’s Fall 2015 collection is nothing short of divine. It is rich and oh-so romantic, and it’s peppered with sophisticated gowns of ornately woven laces, silky smooth satins and ruffles and bustles galore!
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Marry Christmas: A message from Santa
Here’s a special message from the Big Man himself. It came via express reindeer direct from the North Pole. A very merry Christmas to you and yours from everyone here at Easy Weddings!
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Bride thrown from horse during photo shoot
American bride Lauren Peterson Mahaffey got more than she bargained for during her beachfront wedding photoshoot after she was thrown from the horse she was riding. The new Mrs Mahaffey straddled the horse, ready for her photoshoot, but the material of her wedding gown seemed to agitate the horse, who immediately bolted, taking the startled…
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When an introvert marries an extrovert
“I’m a huge introvert. I married an extrovert. Here are how most of our wedding photos looked,” says reddit user Nemesis2772! LOL. 🙂
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Make your wedding photos sparkle!
What a mesmerizing wedding photo! It’s suitably imaginative and vibrant, especially since the grooms, David, an English graphic designer and Richard, an LA-based film editor, are both super creative!
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Down the memory lane with Audrey Hepburn
A lovely candid shot from the effortlessly elegant Audrey Hepburn’s wedding to Mel Ferrer whom she wed in Switzerland on September 24, 1954. Her hair was adorned in a coronet of white blooms and she wore a gown by Balmain. Oh, and she had time to take a quick phone call! 🙂
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Well, if this doesn’t melt your heart…
When instructed to slip the wedding band onto his new bride’s ring finger, this creative groom did so – on bended knee! Yep, he recreated the moment he proposed – and the crowd – and the bride, loved it!
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Engagement rings for non-girly girls
Gold bands and big rocks; It’s what people expect to see when news of an engagement breaks on Facebook, but not what everybody has in mind! Here are some unconventional engagement (or even wedding ring) ideas for all the non-girly girls out there. Wooden bands You like the idea of the diamond, but you’re not…
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My mother has passed away. How can I include her in my wedding ceremony?
My mother has passed away, but I’d like to include her in the wedding somehow. Do you have any suggestions for doing this? We’re so, so sorry for your loss and sad to know that she won’t be at your wedding! 🙁 There are, however, many touching ways to include your dear Mum (or any…
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Floral laced beach wedding gown
Lace + flowers! It’s a sweet combination – but also very, very sexy! Wowsers! Imagine walking down the aisle looking like this. What do you prefer in a bride, sweet or sexy? Perhaps you like both?
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Make the aisle a time machine
A wonderful idea for your wedding ceremony: Adorn the aisle-facing seats with pictures of you and your soon-to-be-spouse with pictures of you growing up. The further up the aisle you get, the older the picture you use!
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Is this true love?
True love? Did you feel this way when you met your future partner/spouse?
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Just one more selfie!
Gotta get a selfie at your own wedding, especially with your favourite boys!
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Make a little time for yourself!
One thing to remember on your wedding day is to stop and spend a few moments with your new spouse – away from the whirling crowds and crazy rush! These two did – and it makes for a wonderful and most memorable wedding photo.
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Look at it, so beautiful…
Oh, what a magical shot! Imagine what these little flowergirls are thinking staring up at the bride’s beautiful dress?
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Velvet vibrant wedding ring boxes
Made from vintage French velvet these vibrant ring boxes are just beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces for your beautiful, one-of-a-kind wedding or engagement ring! Which colour to choose?
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Stunning, fashionista type of bridal gown
Er-mah-God! What a stunning wedding dress for a fashionista bride! It has a dropped bustle and pockets and lace and embroidery AND a cape… We MUST know which genius designed it! Anyone? Anyone?
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Everything you needed to know about wedding stationery – and more
The talented ladies behind Lovestruck Invitations were inspired to choose their business name in a suitably romantic way. The creative collective, who had worked together before, decided to team up to create a wedding-specific online stationery site offering customisable ranges and one-off bespoke choices to suit varied budgets and turnaround times. But when it came to selecting…
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Fab inspirations for a gentleman groom
Pete Stevens hated whisky the first time he tried it. So much so he swore never to do it again. Luckily, the vow didn’t take – courtesy of a Macallan 18 – and he now makes a living from the spirit George Bernard Shaw once called “liquid sunshine”. The Sydney entrepreneur is the founder of…
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What’s hot: Bomboniere trends for 2015
Whether you know them as bomboniere or favours, those small, but meaningful ‘thank you’ gifts given by newlyweds to guests at their wedding, have come a long way from being just a humble handful of sugared almonds wrapped in a pretty tulle bag. “Modern brides are fashion-forward creatures who are very much on trend, so…
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Paint me a photo
Talk about an eye-popping use of light. This image, by Wales’ Wedding Photographer of the Year, Nick Murray Photography, who has mastered the art of light painting. This image took hours to create but the effect is worth it, don’t you think? Imagine hanging that on your loungeroom wall!
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Loose or curl-laden updo?
A perfect example of how much difference your choice of hairstyle can make on your big day are these shots by stylist Shawnese McDaniel. It’s the same bride posing with her hair loose in one photo and sporting an ornate, curl-laden updo in another. Which do you prefer?
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Tips from a (newly engaged) jeweller on choosing the perfect engagement ring
Nick Molnar may have sold countless wedding and engagement rings in 17 years as a jewellery retailer, but he never truly understood just how difficult it is to pick the perfect engagement ring – until it was time to get down on bended knee and propose to his own girlfriend. Nick, who owns Ice Online,…
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So, this is what happens when your groomsmen are professional dancers…
Forget the humble dancefloor shuffle or, even, the infamous ‘Elaine’ dancemoves. These groomsmen, all professional dancers, kicked butt on the dance floor at the wedding of fourth-generation dancer Teddy Forance and his bride, Victoria Riviera, on November 28. The groom, who has worked with Lady Gaga and Celine Dion, jumped into the seriously impressive, choreographed…
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Find that creative photographer!
Definitely one of the more novel and imaginative shots of a groom and his men! Just hope they didn’t all end up sweaty!
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Add a pair of golden wings and Voila!
Like golden angel wings, this glistening golden headpiece sits beautifully atop this bride’s simple braided updo. Perfect!
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What exactly does RSVP mean?
Every time we go shopping for wedding invitations, we are asked if we would like RSVP cards. I know what they are and why many couples include them, but I’m a little too shy to ask what exactly RSVP stands for. Could you please help? Oh, you’re soooo not alone in asking this question! We…
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Pick a chair, they’re all unique!
Having a boho wedding? Forget about uniform lines of chairs all boasting the same pretty look. How fabulously chic and eclectic does this setup, made from dozens of different designs, look?
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Feeling included and loved!
Tala and Michael wouldn’t have dreamed of leaving their beloved pooch out of their all-important engagement photo – and we’re so glad they didn’t!
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The perfect engagement present
Know a book lover who recently became engaged? Here’s the perfect engagement pressie, a copy of your favourite love story!
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Make a (sexy) announcement that counts
How’s this for one hell of a (sexy) way to announce your engagement? Erm, as long as the receiver recognises the couple, that is!
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Don’t spoil the children!
A most unconventional – but seriously fun – shot of the bride with her fun-lovin’ maids!
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Make me a match!
This clever bride matched her wedding day clutch with her wedding gown by incorporating pieces of the same lace from her dress into her purse’s window and the result is seamless.
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Too old for bouncy castles? Never!
Who says bouncy castles are only for kids’ parties? The couple who hired one for their wedding reception don’t agree – and nor do we!
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Christmas nail art
Holding a Christmas wedding? We’re loving this tutorial for Christmas-themed (but still subtle) wedding nails from the folk at Pshiiit! What are you doing with your wedding day nails?
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The perfect summer wedding colour combo
A lovely colour combination for a bright ‘n’ breezy summer wedding is mint and pink – for the boys and the girls! Image:@bestphotographfl
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Photogenic pets!
A great way to involve your favourite pet in your wedding photos! Don’t leave them out, most of the pets are really photogenic! 🙂
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Is this mesmerising enough?
Wowsers! Talk about one magnificent chunk of rock!
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Motivate yourself!
Here’s a little something special to wear at the gym in the quest for your perfect bridal body! LOL. 🙂
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Modern Australian brides, they’re sophisticated, self-sufficient – and support gay marriage.
Aussie brides are older, they prefer to honeymoon in Europe and no longer expect their parents to pay for their weddings. According to the 2014 Easy Weddings Annual Australia Bridal Survey 2014, the typical Australian bride is 29.2 years old, she overwhelmingly supports gay marriage and she’s willing to splurge on her precious wedding dress.…
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New pictures from George Clooney’s Italian wedding emerge
New pictures of actor George Clooney’s lavish Italian wedding to British human rights barrister Amal Alamuddin have emerged – and they’re, well, just beautiful – and oozing with love. Absent is any sign of Hollywood excess but it was still a glamorous event, complete with a dashing groom and stunning bride dressed in her custom-made,…
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Make a salad of your bouquet 🙂
Lovely and rustic, this bouquet of lavender and, erm, something that looks like miniature cabbage leaves are a most excellent combination! LOL.
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10 wedding tiaras (that don’t look ridiculous)
Tiaras. They’re not just about adding bling to the heads of royalty. In fact, they’re an historical favourite of brides across the globe, but when it comes to wedding tiaras, the offerings are so, so vast – from delightfully delicate and elegant to overpowering and visibly fake. When accessorised well, however, a tiara can be…
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Kim Kardashian’s wedding photo is Instagram’s most popular image of 2014
With more than 2.4 million Likes, an image of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s kiss at their lavish Italian wedding in May, has taken Instagram’s crown as the most popular image of 2014. Not only was it the most Liked image, it’s the most Liked image in the Facebook-owned app’s four-year history. Despite several high-profile…