Our Display – Image by Pretty Paper Co

Running a business where my shopfront is online, I love any opportunity of being involved in events to showcase our work, and have the chance to meet all the wonderful brides and grooms in person. However, I find that quite often Wedding Expos can be so overwhelming. They are often over-crowded, and you are bombarded with so much information as you walk through, which can just add to your confusion.

The Perth Upmarket first started in 2008 and over the past few years has grown to become such an iconic quarterly event, attracting thousands of people coming to peruse all the latest creations from local artisans. So when I saw that they were holding their first ever Wedding Upmarket, I jumped at the opportunity to be involved. Saturday the 13th of August was the big day, and I was excited for us to be part of the first ever Wedding Upmarket, held at Mosmans Restaurant. Not just another wedding expo, but rather an intimate gathering of some of Perth’s exclusive suppliers, showcasing and selling their latest creations.

Mouthwatering display from Hire Society

Gorgeous Cakes from Rochelle Adonis

Stunning dresses from Ae’Lkemi, Elvi Design Company & Loui Col.

This gorgeous location on the Swan River, was the perfect setting for brides, grooms, bridesmaids and mum’s to casually wander around sipping on a glass of champers, nibbling on some of the amazing canapé creations, soaking up all of the gorgeous creativity from local designers and suppliers.

All the ingredients needed to create a stylish and individual wedding were on show, from vintage furniture pieces and stylish tableware, mouthwatering cakes and desserts, stunning jewellery and accessory creations, unique photography and of course, gorgeous stationery.

Stunning ‘Vintage Rose’ themed wedding style with products from the vendors. Bentwood Chairs – suitcases, vintage china and bowls, crystal champagne glasses-, doilies, silver cake stand, all from Her Handpicked Harvest, Glass fish bowl and cream damask table cloth – Hire Society, Glass jugs and glass cake stand – Chandelabra, Flowers – Tamara Harrision Design, Styling – Design Merchants, Photographer – Bottega Photography, Cutlery and venue – Mosmans, Stationery – The Pretty Paper Co, Soaps wrapped in paper – Perth Upmarket

The Upmarket was also a chance for us to showcase the latest release of our ready-to-write invitations for Hen’s Parties, and Baby Showers, which proved to be a success. The whole day  had a fantastic vibe and it was such an inspiration to be surrounded by so many talented suppliers in the industry.

Our ‘Harmony’ Range on display.

Well done to the Perth Upmarket and Mosmans for organising and hosting such a great event. We can’t wait for the next one!

Me soaking up the atmosphere!

Photography courtesy of Bottega Photography and Perth Upmarket

Ms Gingham says: Great look at the first Wedding Upmarket event! We hope there’s many more successful events like this one in Perth.

Janelle says: “Having served my time in the high paced commercial world working alongside some of Sydney’s top designers, I decided it was high time for a change and so the Pretty Paper Co. was born. Stationery design gives me the freedom to flex my creative muscles in a much more personal arena and allows me a glimpse into life’s loveliest celebrations. I hope my pretty paper helps you celebrate life’s special occasions in style.”