Duff's Day

I'm officially a sucker for celebrity weddings. Considering there are so many at the moment I'm definitely getting my fix. A wedding that's been high on my 'to see' list was that of Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie. They wed on August 15 in front of 100 family and friends at a private 1920's estate in Santa Barbara. Hilary chose a custom designed Vera Wang gown, Christian Louboutin heels and borrowed jewels from Van Cleef & Arpels. Wedding planner extrodinaire Mandy Weiss created a homage to the couples Southern roots with an organic touch kept simple in soft colours. If you're keen to check out more pics the story is featured in the current issue of Ok! magazine.



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Spring Has Nearly Sprung

As we edge closer and closer to spring (14 days and counting!) the days are finally beginning to slowly but surely warm up. The sun begins to peek through the clouds and with that brings thoughts of the beach, lazy Sunday's at the pub and uber-colourful dresses. As spring springs to life so do flowers; a plethora of colourful, cheerful blooms that will no doubt inspire a spring transformation. Blooms that come to life with the change of the seasons include Arum lily's, Peony's, Ranunculus, Sweet Pea's, David Austin and field roses. If you're choosing to be a spring bride it's worth considering colourful blooms for your bouquet. There has never been a better time to get a bit of spring in your step!

As the WSG team is over flowing with useful information see our super handy flower chart below as well as some divine bouquet inspiration courtesy of Style Me Pretty.

















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Real Wedding - Deb James & Michael Matarazzo

On South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula, Deb & Michael married on 29th January 2011 at the picturesque Waverley Estate in the beachside town of Port Elliot. In front of 125 guests they exchanged their vows on a warm, sunny afternoon. There's no denying that the fabulous photography by the very talented Pete Thornton from Event Imaging has perfectly captured the relaxed, happy and love-filled day. The gorgeous bride, in a magical cotton and silk blend Akira gown, was the definition of a glowing, thanks in-part to the makeup artist from Ocea Beauty Bar. There's no denying the love between Deb & Michael shines through in these photographs. We loved the colourful and casual flowers, the brides dress and the polaroid photo's taken by guests for the Bride & Groom as keepsakes. Congratulations Deb & Michael!



















































Photographer - Event Imaging

Brides dress - Akira

Ceremony & Reception Venue - Waverley Estate, Port Elliot

Florist - Flowers Matter

Bridesmaids dresses - Zimmermann and Fleur Wood

Caterer - Blessed Cheese



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Best Ever Book - Volume One!

Months and months and months ago a neat little idea popped into our heads. And now, after planning and sorting and planning some more, our little baby has been welcomed to the world. Were thrilled to present to you our Best Ever Book - Volume 1! Yay! In our first volume we've shared with you some of Australia's best weddings, lovingly put together by some of Australa's finest and most talented suppliers. Completely FREE to view (click here!), share and drool over, you will be spoilt with so many wonderful, inspiring and exciting ideas. To view and share our FREE Best Ever Book - Volume 1 simply visit www.styleguide.com.au. It's easy! We'd love to hear your feedback so please, email us at info@styleguide.com.au. We look forward to hearing from you!











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Pretty Simple

I have seen some amazing weddings come past my desk while we have been working on our spring issue! Here is one I really wanted to share with you - Rowena and Chris had a beautiful and relaxed wedding...I just love their unique bouquets. Those who know me will know that flowers are my 'thing' and I have to say these bouquets by Lotus Flowers caught my eye. There is quite an art in making flowers seem relaxed and loosely arranged and when done well there is nothing more perfect than an imperfect bouquet. Of course credit where credit is due, the whole day was captured perfectly by the very talented Karalee from Angelsmith Photography.


Rowena looked perfect in her Lisa Ho dress.




Rowena and Chris had the sweetest Cake Stories cake.



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Fly Me to the Moon

Cathrin D'Entremont of Cathrin D'Entremont Weddings has very kindly shared with us a styling shoot she did recently with a number of fabulous Western Austrlian suppliers. Fly Me to the Moon was inspired by the old charm of country stables. The palette that were used included cornflower blue with accents of antique gold and soft pinks and purples with natural accents in cream and dark wood. Cathrin and her team too shot on location in the stables at the gorgeous Stewarts Brookleigh in Uppper Swan WA. We're loving the hydrangea detail on the backs of the gorgeous antique wood chairs! See below for a complete supplier list.

























Event Styling & Design - Cathrin D'Entremont Weddings

Flowers - Flower Talk

Photography - Samm Blake

Sweet Buffett - Kakawa

Gown - Fara Fashion

Cake - Glory Box

Stationery - Dizzy Wizzy Design

Bomboniere - Bomboniere Galore

Location - Stewarts Brookleigh, Upper Swan WA

Videographer - Urban Light



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Floral Styling Shoot

Photographer Stewart Leishman has teamed up with florist Muesli and Yogurt to do a styling shoot showcasing beautiful flowers with stunning photography. Here are the results!

















For more beautiful images please head over to Stewart Leishman's blog.

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A Fair Good Time

I came across these simply gorgeous pics by photographer Angelica Peady on her blog and thought I must share them with you. The colours are simply delicious! Andrew and Talitha decided, after a year of wedded bliss, to have an after wedding shoot. With the help of Angie herself they came up with the fabulous fair idea. Talitha opted for a 50's inspired updo by Sofia Rodi while Kat from Petals & Leaves created the outrageously gorgeous lollypop bouquet and matching buttonhole. The venue, the great Hawkesbury Show, takes place one weekend a year in Richmond, Victoria and is the smaller sister show of the Royal Sydney Easter Show. What a fun location, nothing like a day at the show! If you're keen to find out more about Angelica Peady's Couture Bridal Portraits contact her at www.angelicapeady.com.au. As part of the package she suppliers the hair and makeup artist, flowers, accessories and all of the concept designs, in conjunction with you of course. If you're suffering the post wedding blues then this could be the perfect pick-me-up!


Talitha's gown is from Skarr Bridal in Neautral Bay







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