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      With summer – and wedding season fast approaching – we thought you may like some inspiration for creating a gift list of your dreams. Creating your wedding gift registry is probably one of the more fun, least stressful parts of the wedding. It’s just like online shopping, but without having to open […]

  New York Bridal Fashion Week wrapped up last week, having showcased the most elegant bridal wear from renowned international designers for Fall 2018. It’s no secret that we have a particular soft spot for Parisian designer Rime Arodaky’s gowns which never fail to impress with their complete and utter wearability, ever grounded in romance meets rock-chick cool. […]

Moonlight Magic, the all-sparkling new collection by New Zealand’s own Rue De Seine is an ode to the rule-breaking, cult heroes of the 70’s and the iconic music scene which surrounded them. With each piece telling a unique story, this collection is perfect for the non-conventional bride looking for a gown with attitude and a […]

There’s nothing like a Spring makeover to inject a little love into your interiors and give your space a fresh look. Here are three holiday destinations to draw some inspiration from… 1. Palm Springs Be inspired by America’s Palm Springs and its fabulous mid-century aesthetic by embracing vibrant colours and cheerful patterns. Liven up your […]

Designed and handmade in Melbourne, Georgia Young Couture was created for the bride that didn’t want to look like a ‘bride’, and with the labels’ strong and distinctive design difference, this effect has definitely been achieved. To say that we’re excited about their very first (and just launched) ready-to-wear collection is certainly an understatement! The […]

If you’re after a bit of glam for your big day, opting for a chic city wedding may be just the ticket. An industrial or city backdrop can add beautiful texture to photographs and make for an elegant, luxe quality. Think an inner city restaurant, or an industrial warehouse that you can truly make your own with mood lighting, flowers and props. Remember, the best weddings don’t […]

It’s no secret that Rue De Seine has made its mark as the go-to boutique for the more footloose and fancy-free bride. And their brand new collection of 21 glorious designs has us all sorts of excited. The collection, titled ‘Love Spell’ is a “celebration of free thinking, bold and unconventional brides” says owner and […]

So I am getting married in March this year and my fiance and I have only just started planning the wedding. Yes, that’s right…we only have two months to somehow pull off an entire wedding. That’s 58 days to be exact. This ridiculously short time frame is ironic, firstly because we have been engaged for […]

TREND 1. BARELY THERE TREND 2. MINI BRAIDS   TREND 3. ROSY CHEEKS   TREND 4. MESSY TEXTURE   TREND 5. BOLD LIPS   Trying to decide on a beauty look for your big day? From messy hair to bright lips, we have picked out five of our favourite current hair and make-up trends perfect […]

From the wide open space of a rustic farm to an intimate little spot under the vines, the options are both spectacular and endless when planning an outdoor wedding. Weather you settle on a view of the mountains, water or hills – the key to a beautiful outdoor wedding is seamlessly complimenting your surroundings. Think […]

There’s power in light pink, it seems. Just a wisp of the dusty hue can gently lift any interior while being complacent enough not to offend anyone with colour phobia. This colour does all the styling work for you, coaxing out a more considered interior space, while smoothly balancing out shades of black and white […]

Some weddings don’t need an introduction, nor a discussion of themes; they float perfectly fine on their own. Pigeonholing the day into a type, say ‘rustic’ or ‘modern’ seems to fall short of a more wonderful reality. This is especially true of Madeleine and Jonathan’s wedding; an honest, elegant affair that marked their beginning as […]