With more than 300 million active monthly users, there’s no shortage of engagement eye candy on Instagram. Here’s 20 loved-up engagement posts that make us go a little weak at the knees! The Big Apple Snow-capped Central Park against the New York City skyline; the stuff rom-coms are made of! Family affair Not only does […]
We’ve all heard the old adage a picture tells 1000 words. And nowhere is this more true than weddings, which makes the choice of photographer one of the most important decisions a couple has to make. But how do you get it right when there are so many factors to consider – not just with […]
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When it comes to wedding food, the possibilities are endless, from formal sit-down affairs to casual cocktail events – and, at the Ultimate Bridal Event, we saw loads of delectable wedding food and drink offerings to suite every style couple – and every budget. […]
When Aussie beauty queen Jennifer Hawkins wanted to plan her Bali nuptials, she turned to destination wedding expert Narelle Williams from Global Weddings. With such impressive credentials, she was the ideal person to give us the skinny on how to plan a celebration overseas. First things first, are destination weddings recognised in Australia? Yes, of […]
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So, he’s popped the question and the mere thought of planning your wedding – with all the things you must now worry about – is making you feel like you’re about to combust. Fear not. Wedding expo season is almost upon us! The Ultimate Bridal Event in Melbourne and Sydney in January, 2015 may be […]
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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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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 […]
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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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. […]
When wedding guests visit Wirrina Resort in South Australia, they don’t just get to see the golf carts – they actually get the keys. The 85-room four-star getaway, which was recently refurbished, sits on 200 acres on the lush Fleurieu Peninsula. Among its features is an 18-hole golf course, which offers the perfect setting for […]
If Mary Rose Kapigeno was planning her wedding in 2014, she says she would opt for a daytime celebration. And these days, she’s far from alone, with wedding brunches emerging as one of the hottest trends for 2014. As the assistant manager at Linton Gardens, a NSW venue at Somersby that boasts its own historic […]
After months of hard work, we’re proud to announce the release of the latest version of Easy Weddings’ hit iPad wedding planner. The revamped wedding app is free on the iTunes store and contains several enhancements, including a new look; a more intuitive user interface and unified Dashboard, as well as updated links to our […]
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YOU’VE heard of pop-up stores and pop-up ads. Now the trend for something short, sharp and sophisticated has spread to weddings, with the arrival of pop-up wedding ceremonies. Among those who’ve embraced the trend is Jennifer Moss, the founder of Just Married, a Gold Coast company that specialises in pop-up weddings on the beach. And […]
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Irina Raza was so keen to work in wedding planning she knocked on every industry door she could find. But when none of them opened, she went into business for herself. As the owner and founder of Forever Weddings in Sydney, Irina already had experience in event planning when she came to Australia for a holiday […]
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Imagine getting married at the very same place where you were born. In normal circumstances, it might sound a little strange, but at Bell City Events in Preston, it’s the perfect combination of two massive milestones. According to wedding director Alexandra Lohe, the 24-hour venue – which offers onsite services such as a beautician and […]
Forget boring business titles that identify you as a director, CEO or, even more cryptic, ‘supervisor’. Jason Robertson has the right idea. His business cards simply read Chief Wine Guy. Jason is the owner of Oak Room Wines, a Melbourne company that supplies specially curated wine for weddings, along with personalised labels […]
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James Anderson spends his days working behind a camera. But his story is one that would make for a great TV story. The Melbourne man, director of Turbo Productions, is known for his winning ways with wedding videography. But he actually started out in a different kind of broadcasting. “I was fortunate enough to work in […]
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If weddings are a blank canvas sitting on an easel, then families are the splashes of colour that help bring them to life. At least that’s the view of Georgiana Karam, executive director of Brisbane reception venue Heritage Park Entertainment Centre. “There’s something very special about weddings,” says Georgiana. “I love how they bring two […]
Until recently wedding stylists were, largely, associated with celebrity weddings and were only ever mentioned on the pages of glossy magazines but, certainly during the past five years, they’ve become a crucial part of weddings for those of us brides-to-be who don’t know our pomanders from our palette, or our bunting from our boutonnieres. Brisbane […]
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If your budget is tight you may have already thought about getting hitched in a second hand wedding dress. This is ever more common in a world where everyone is feeling the pinch and recycling is big news – with many brides picking up amazing vintage or designer pieces that they would never be able […]
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When it comes to wedding gift registries, kitchen equipment is usually on top of the list. You can combine larger kitchen appliances with smaller gadgets so there is something for every budget. Here are some things to keep in mind if you’re asking for kitchen appliances as wedding gifts: Consider the future When you’re choosing […]
With so many wedding venues available, you’d think choosing one would be simple, but it never is. There are so many factors to consider when choosing where to hold your wedding reception and, if even one doesn’t suit your wedding requirements, it’s usually enough to have that reception centre, garden or church hall struck off […]
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While strippers, shots and suggestively shaped foods may be synonymous with hen’s nights, they’re not every gal’s cup of tea. For many brides-to-be, a quiet and comparatively tame evening at home, at a restaurant or at a day spa with her besties is preferable to a wild night on the town. But, just because […]
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When you say you’re going to personalise your wedding from tip to toe, have you thought about every last detail? Really? Have you? This couple even included a budget for decorating the bathroom stalls to match their black and red wedding theme. Note the rose petals strewn on the floor! […]
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I had an idea and a budget but now that it is getting close instead of finalising everything I keep wanting to add things on to my list. I keep seeing awesome products and DIY projects and I know I shouldn’t add any more onto my plate but just can not help myself – they […]
There are so many different types of bouquets available now and there are even more that you can now do yourself. You have a brooch bouquet, a button bouquet, a floral bouquet and even a paper bouquet. All I needed to do was choose which one I wanted and then go from there. I had […]
Well, it’s not so much that I forgot the car as it, erm, slipped my mind! I wanted to get to the wedding using our family car, Vera is her name, but was told that I could not possibly. Ok, never mid its a Mitsubishi Verada station-wagon… I still don’t see their point. I looked […]
Deciding the wording on your invitations is tricky business, well I know this now. When I looked into the wording I saw all the options that were available. It started with who was inviting guests and wow I didn’t realise there were so many variations: Parents, family, children, religious and the couple themselves. I didn’t […]
I attempted dress shopping again, and this time round it was not such a disaster. I went with a colleague from Easy Weddings, to the first store, and then my mother and another friend to a different store. I was actually really surprised that my mother showed interest in coming at all, she doesn’t really see […]
Be it a wedding or a baby shower, what’s the point of throwing a party if it’s not fabulous and fun, right? The thing is, not all of us are creative or organised enough to throw a basic party, let alone a fabulous and fun one – but we can be – with a little […]
Wedding decorations are your chance to make your wedding venue totally personalised to the two of you, and should be an expression of your combined personalities. It can be difficult to know where to begin so here are a few tips as well as some of the latest wedding decoration trends. Most brides want to […]
A white theme is the hot new trend for weddings this season and it’s not difficult to see why. No matter what time of year you are getting married, an all-white theme adds sophistication and elegance to the proceedings and you can pick various shades of white to create depth and texture. Here are a […]
Want something totally unique for your wedding day? A couture wedding dress is the answer! Made to measure and designed specifically for you, you can be sure your dress is one of a kind. Here are four reasons to have a couture wedding dress: A dress that is one of a kind You’ve ordered your […]
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Flower girl dresses are the perfect excuse to indulge that inner princess and go mad with pretty pink ribbons, frills, and satin rosebuds. Check out these tips on flower girl dresses as well as some options for dressing your flower girl. Choosing flower girl dresses Before you start dreaming about the look of your flower […]
Presenting gifts to the bridesmaids is a great way for the bride to say thank you to them for all the help and support they have provided during the run up to the wedding and on the big day itself. Giving bridesmaid jewellery gifts is always a good option as they will last forever and […]
The question of who is responsible for paying for the bridesmaid dress is more complex than it might first appear. Traditional etiquette states that the bridesmaid, or her parents, should pay, but some brides prefer to pay themselves for various reasons. So who is responsible for paying for the bridesmaid dress? Asking the bridesmaid to […]
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Deciding on a dress style for someone else can be quite a challenge. Tastes are many and varied so when it comes to choosing bridesmaid dresses it really has to be a joint decision that everyone will be comfortable with. To avoid unnecessary arguments follow these five tips before you go bridesmaid dress shopping. Choose […]
One of the most important decisions you will have to make about your wedding day is who you are going to have as your bridesmaids. You will have to deal with quite a few dilemmas when choosing your bridesmaids so here is a list of possible solutions that will help with various predicaments. I feel […]
Most couples buy bridesmaids thank you gifts to let their bridesmaids know how much they appreciate the role they have played in their wedding. If you’re wondering what to do about bridesmaids thank you gifts read these top tips: When should we present gifts to the bridesmaids? There is no cast-iron rule about when to […]
A destination wedding sounds idyllic – walking hand in hand on the sand after exchanging your wedding vows. While many couples do choose a destination wedding for exactly this reason, others opt to get married abroad to reduce costs. The cost of a destination wedding can be a lot less than a wedding at home. […]
The versatility a wedding abroad offers means that more and more couples are choosing a destination wedding. Typically, these are private affairs, allowing the happy couple time to chill out while their most beloved friends and family get the chance to enjoy a well-earned break. Destination weddings are laid-back affairs as most resorts offer wedding […]
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There are several alternatives to the traditional wedding gift list emerging, and a wine gift registry is one of them. For wine enthusiasts it’s the perfect excuse to put together a list of your favourite wines with a specialist supplier, and then have your guests order them by the bottle or case, depending on their […]
While the wedding gift list used to be the bride’s domain many grooms now want an equal say in the items that make the registry. Follow our advice on setting up a wedding gift list that will keep you both happy. Even though setting up the gift list has become a joint effort, there will […]
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There are numerous department stores and online retailers offering wedding gift lists you might just be spoilt for choice when you’re searching for the perfect one. As with all other aspects of your wedding planning, it’s best to carefully consider all the options before you make your final decision on wedding gift list providers. Do […]
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Registering for gifts is one of the fun parts of planning a wedding. You can add all those lovely things that you really want but can’t justify buying yourself. If you’re planning to register for wedding gifts read our practical guide to a bridal registry. What is a bridal registry? A bridal register is a […]
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The exchange of gifts between bride and groom is a time-honoured tradition, however, not everyone does it. There are many couples who agree that the cost of a wedding outweighs the need to give each other gifts, and some even feel that the marriage ceremony is enough of a symbol of love and commitment, without […]
Registering for wedding gifts is a great way to get the presents that you really want, and is a perfectly acceptable practice for modern wedding. Here are seven points of gift registry etiquette to make the process run smoothly. Inform guests of the list subtly It’s not appropriate to print details of your gift list […]
Unless your groom is arranging it as a surprise, honeymoon planning should be a fun oasis in the middle of wedding organisation. Take a weekend together looking through brochures and dreaming of sandy beaches and sunshine. Honeymoon practicalities It’s not very romantic but when you are confirming your honeymoon arrangements, there are a number practical […]
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The pressure of having a good honeymoon can sometimes be too much. You’re expected to have a once in a lifetime trip, somewhere with fantastic beaches or vibrant cities all after paying for a wedding! Well, if its beaches and cities you’re after, why not honeymoon at home in the UK? Here are some great […]
If your groom decides to wear a wedding ring he will have plenty of styles to choose from. These days, grooms wedding rings come in all sorts of intricate designs and materials accommodating various tastes and budgets. For decades a groom’s wedding ring has been a plain metal band but as it becomes increasingly acceptable […]
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Modern couples are becoming increasingly adventurous when it comes to wedding rings. Rings are becoming more elaborate and many brides and grooms are choosing something other than the standard gold band. Here are some of the latest wedding ring trends: You should aim to order your wedding bands four to five months before the wedding […]
You’ve never spent so much time shopping for jewellery – you’ve hardly got that sparkling diamond on your finger when it’s time to shop for your wedding ring! If you’re not sure what to buy here are the latest trends in wedding rings to inspire you. Trend 1: Individual bands Most brides and grooms are […]
There’s a fine balance to strike when shopping for an engagement ring. As the ring is the first in a long line of wedding related expenses, you don’t want to plunge your finances into the red at the first hurdle, but you want something that will last forever. Here are some guidelines on engagement ring […]
Anyone who has ever had to organise a hen party, knows that it’s not nearly as easy as it seems. Just the thought of getting the girls to agree on where to go, when to go and who to invite can be enough to put you off the whole idea, so here are a few […]
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Like all parts of the wedding bridal showers come with their own set of rules and etiquette tips. Although you don’t need to get too stressed about the proper bridal shower etiquette, you should keep the key points in mind as to avoid causing offence to anyone in the wedding party. Here are five every […]
Don’t tell anyone but the best thing about having an engagement party is being able to show your sparkling ring, while reliving old memories with your nearest and dearest and drinking lots of the bubbly stuff! There is though a practical reason to hold an engagement bash, and that’s to allow the friends and relatives […]
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Wedding favours aren’t usually a high priority for couples planning their weddings but it’s important to say thank you to your wedding guests and if you don’t get those wedding favours on your to-do list they risk getting overlooked altogether. Follow our guidelines on when to order wedding favours. Making your own wedding favours If […]
One of the most popular wedding favours at the moment are miniature bottles of wine. This is an especially good choice for wine connoisseurs or weddings that are held at a vineyard venue. Keep these five tips in mind if you are thinking about using wine wedding favours. Try to pick something suitable for all […]
Everyone love chocolate wedding favours and it’s no wonder. Chocolate has that universal appeal and there are so many different wedding favour options available there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets. These six reasons will highlight why chocolate wedding favours might be the best choice for your wedding: Because we’re happy… When you eat […]
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We’ve all dreamed of lavish weddings, where we step out of a Rolls Royce at a stunning country mansion, but those kind of weddings cost money. Here are some tips on how to save for your dream wedding to make sure that vision doesn’t land you in too much post-wedding debt. Put together a savings […]