The Wedding Playbook - Australian Wedding Blog & Magazine

Modern Luxe Wedding Inspiration in Autumn Colours

13 Feb

This contemporary wedding styling features a seasonal harvest of blooms! Set in a converted factory with rich timber floors and exposed beams, a gilded frame adorned with spectacular clusters of roses and bougainvillea sits pretty for the ceremony.

Minimalist acrylic signage welcomes guests to the celebration as the bride makes her entrance in a romantic beaded wedding dress, textured braid and smokey eye. Luxe gold and white furnishings tie the lounge and dining spaces together, with pendant lighting offering an atmospheric glow as guests feast beneath floating installations of bright florals.

Top 10 Awkward Wedding RSVP Conversations

Wedding Guests

4 Feb

Top 10 Awkward Wedding RSVP Conversations

The last wedding invitation has been sent and now you can sit back and watch the RSVP’s roll in…right? Sometimes it’s not that simple!

Confirming the final guest list is right up there as one of the most challenging parts of wedding planning, whether it’s chasing replies or navigating tricky requests. Here’s how you wish you could respond (and how to actually respond) to the 10 most awkward wedding RSVP conversations!

Supplier We Love: The Rustic at Heart

Australia Wide

31 Jan

As stationery and signage specialists for weddings Australia wide, this talented team are truly The Rustic at Heart! They engrave beautifully detailed pieces that tell your story and get your guests excited for your event from the moment the invitation hits their mailbox. Read More about Supplier We Love: The Rustic at Heart

Intimate Woodland Elopement Inspiration

Romantic Weddings

29 Jan

Intimate Woodland Elopement Inspiration | Photography: Madison Mortimer

Berry pinks, winter greys and forest greens serve as the beautifully moody palette for this intimate woodland elopement.

Elegant calligraphy features on minimalist invitations and personalised vow books which serve as a sweet memento of this loving exchange. This bride and groom pair comfort and style in a translucent tulle wedding dress and checked grey suit, with warm woollen blankets on hand for cosying up when the chill sets in!

A romantic picnic setting is the perfect spot to enjoy a bountiful mezze platter after the ceremony, with a raspberry coloured wedding cake featuring clusters of pretty blooms on offer for dessert.

Jessica & Ben’s Country Garden Party Wedding

Rustic Weddings

24 Jan

Jessica & Ben's Country Garden Party Wedding | Photography: Florent Vidal Photography

Self-confessed flower lover Jessica married her long time partner Ben in a beautiful country setting surrounded by manicured gardens. The relaxed cocktail party and candlelit reception that followed were made all the more special with contributions from family, friends and some well-placed professional help! We love the natural sense of style and sentimental details this couple brought to their rustic celebration.

Event We Love: Planning Wedding Expos

Queensland

23 Jan

Planning Wedding Expos are a series of free events in Queensland that make it easy to get to know local wedding suppliers! Hosted throughout the year by an experienced celebrant and photographer, Jenny and Jackie know what makes a great wedding and love helping couples find their dream team.

Fields of Gold Wedding Inspiration

22 Jan

This earthy bohemian wedding concept takes inspiration from golden light and wild grasslands. It features a delicious palette of chocolate, caramel and honey paired with soft neutrals and flecks of gold.

Natural decor fits seamlessly in the setting, with everything from welcome signs to cake stands crafted from timber. Ornate lace wedding dresses deliver effortless style alongside untamed floral arrangements, where foraged foliage offers a stunning contrast to luminous orchids, sculptural protea and delicate roses.

Supplier We Love: Visually Creative

New South Wales

16 Jan

Visually Creative | Sydney Wedding Flowers & Styling

Balancing texture, mood, tone and budget, Visually Creative will help you express your story through beautiful wedding flowers and decor! Ally and Sam are the down-to-earth duo bringing their creative spirit and romantic garden style to events in Sydney and surrounds.

Top 10 Wedding Budget Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Wedding Essentials

14 Jan

Sticking to a budget for your wedding can feel like a constant tug-of-war between head and heart. It’s easy to spend more than you planned when perfect details come with not-so-perfect price tags, but knowing the potential pitfalls means you won’t be caught out! Here are the most common wedding budget mistakes and how to avoid them. Read More about Top 10 Wedding Budget Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Luxe Coastal Wedding Inspiration

Modern Weddings

9 Jan

Rich colour meets luxe details in this modern twist on coastal wedding style! Arriving together in a classic car, both of these lovebirds walk the aisle in white, with sparkling sequins for the bride and suave black accents for the groom.

Clear acrylic pillars topped with sculptural floral arrangements frame the ceremony and its spectacular seaside views. A table for two laden with sweets and savories offers a romantic setting for revelling in the occasion! An elegant fondant cake featuring gold foil, hand painted texture and fresh flowers in a sunset palette completes the feast.