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September 24, 2026

How to Write (and Cut Down) Your Wedding Guest List

Just a small wedding with close family and friends…about 50, perhaps? But wait…what about their partners? And cousins? Cousins’ partners? Before you know it, your intimate guest list has exploded and tripled in numbers. The easiest way to write your…

September 25, 2026

Words of wisdom: the best wedding advice from couples who’ve been there

Ask a newlywed for their best wedding advice, and you’ll rarely get just one tip. Ask a whole community of them, and you get this: advice from close to a hundred couples on budgets, vendors, traditions, guest lists and how…

September 12, 2026

A day in the life of a wedding Venue Coordinator

For many (dare we say most?) couples, when you begin wedding planning, there is so much that you just don’t know. So much happens behind the scenes to make your day run smoothly, and if missed, can make a substantial…

September 9, 2026

How to Decide Which Bridal Salons to Book (Without Appointment Overwhelm)

Finding your wedding dress is one of those moments you’ve probably imagined long before you got engaged. But once it’s time to start booking bridal appointments, it’s easy to wonder where to begin. With so many beautiful boutiques, talented stylists…

September 1, 2026

Wedding party drama: when to shrink (or skip) the lineup

Three on each side, matching dresses, a 24/7 group chat. For a long time, that has been the default shape of an Australian wedding, and many couples embraced this (for good reason – often this was a fab situation). However,…

August 20, 2026

Finding the Perfect Mother of the Bride or Groom Outfit: A Modern Style Guide

There are few days in life that compare to watching your child get married. Long before the music begins and the vows are exchanged, you’ve likely found yourself wondering about a question that feels far bigger than simply choosing a…

Planning a Winter Wedding: Expert Tips & Advice

There is something undeniably special about a winter wedding. The glow of candlelight, richer colour palettes, layered fashion, cosy celebrations and the feeling of bringing everyone closer together all create an atmosphere that feels entirely its own. Yet for many…

Wedding Stylist: Worth the Investment or Something You Can DIY?

Between Pinterest boards, TikTok takes, Instagram saves and countless wedding blogs, it’s never been easier to gather inspiration for your wedding day. But when it comes to bringing that vision to life, many couples find themselves asking the same question:…

Is a Second Wedding Dress Worth It? Here’s What Brides Need to Consider

Second dresses. We love them. Whether it’s swapping a dramatic train for something you can actually dance in, embracing a completely different vibe for the reception, or simply making the most of a once-in-a-lifetime fashion moment, more brides are choosing…

Move the date, keep the vision: the case for a midweek wedding

Undoubtedly, for many couples there’s a moment in your wedding planning where the budget makes you want to cry. Every line you consider cutting is attached to something you care about: the food, the florals, the photographer whose posts you’ve…

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