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Melanie & Patrick’s Relaxed Autumnal Wedding By The Sea

11.11.21
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You know what they say, “First impressions last. You know what they say, “First impressions last.” This is why wedding stationery should never be overlooked; invitations provide a glimpse of what your special day will be like. On a practical level, they also contain important information for your guests.⁠ ⁠ To help us make sense of wedding stationery, Natalie Reidy of @atactileperception joins us this week on @thefeelgoodweddingpodcast . She is passionate about being creative with paper and stationery, providing a totally touchable experience for her couples over anything digital. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ In this chat we discuss:⁠ ⁠ 💌 When to look for a stationery designer⁠ 💌 The different kinds of printing⁠ 💌 Planning a cohesive aesthetic⁠ 💌 Inclusions of a basic stationery set suite⁠ 💌 How to personalize wedding stationery⁠ 💌 2023 trends for wedding stationery⁠ 💌 Eco-friendly wedding stationery⁠ 💌 Addressing and wording the wedding invites⁠ 💌 Other stationery to consider⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Find the episode with the written transcript on the link in our bio to head to your favourite podcast app to listen!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description in comments.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger #TheFeelGoodWeddingPodcast #WeddingPodcast #Podcast #AustralianPodcast #AustralianWeddingPodcast #WeddingPlanning #Podcaster ⁠ ⁠ ⁠
Wanna know how Annie and Luke describe their day? Wanna know how Annie and Luke describe their day? "Imagine you're attending an event hosted by Elton John with guests like 70's era Cher, Harry Styles, Barbie, Billy Porter, David Bowie and Michelle Obama (we love a good power suit). A festival of colour, glitter diamante encrusted cowboy boots but make it FASHION HUNNYYY. Gender creative/non-conforming is encouraged."⁠ ⁠⁠ With a riot of colour, bubble blowers, ice cream, glitter and every fun detail you could cram into one day, Annie and Luke's "non-wedding wedding" was everything they dreamt of.⁠ This is the best way to kick off your Wednesday - link in bio.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @kelseamidson / Beverages: @minersgoldbrewery @swinginggatewines #WandererMead @littleriversbrewingco / Bride's Dress: @selkie / Groom's Attire: @reignerclothing / Catering: @pw_catering / Ice Cream Truck: @sweettreatsic / Bride's Jewellery: @swarovski / Makeup Artist: @sarahalexandramua / Venue: @sandridgeestate / Accessories: @everbloome / Bride's Reception Dress: @dyspnea_ / Ceremony Musicians: @tarkinestrings / Hair Accessories: @embellishbyrowi / Lighting: #NeonParty / Illustration & Signage: @anniemal_art / Wedding Ring: @milliesavage_ / Wedding Necklace: @frances_cannon / Bubble Bazookas: @mysensoryspaceaus / Transport: #TasmaniaOnTour⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description in comments.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingMemories #RealWedding #TheColourIssue #BrightWedding #RainbowWedding #VibrantWedding #ColorfulWedding #ColourfulWedding s #WeddingColors #WeddingDetails #FunWedding #Rainbow #SelkieWedding #FestivalWedding #OffbeatWedding #OrangeSuit #TasmaniaWedding #TassieWedding #TasWedding #TasmaniaPhotographer #Tasmania #TasmanianWeddingPhotographer.
With a riot of colour, bubble blowers, ice cream, With a riot of colour, bubble blowers, ice cream, glitter and every fun detail you could cram into one day, Annie and Luke’s “non-wedding wedding” was everything they dreamt of.⁠ This is the best way to kick off your Wednesday - link in bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Reel description: Annie and Luke’s wedding photos play as a remix of “Super Trouper” by Abba plays.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingMemories #RealWedding #TheColourIssue #BrightWedding #RainbowWedding #VibrantWedding #ColorfulWedding #ColourfulWedding s #WeddingColors #WeddingDetails #FunWedding #Rainbow #SelkieWedding #FestivalWedding #OffbeatWedding #OrangeSuit #TasmaniaWedding #TassieWedding #TasWedding #TasmaniaPhotographer #Tasmania #TasmanianWeddingPhotographer
An audio guest book that’s super cute and a whol An audio guest book that’s super cute and a whole lot of fun to use? Yes, please! ⁠ ⁠ If you’re after something retro or looking to ditch the traditional paper guestbook, check out @atthebeep.co. They’re based on the classic GPO phone design and capture the voices of your wedding guests – whether they want to leave heartfelt messages, inappropriate ones, high school anecdotes or drunken confessions!⁠ ⁠ Each message is saved as an individual voicemail and can be delivered to you in a gallery after your wedding.⁠ ⁠ Find out more about this super cool service on the Polka Dot Directory. Link in bio!⁠ ⁠ (Hi wedding vendors – let’s get more eyeballs on your work! Click the link in our bio to see all the perks of the Polka Dot Membership).⁠ ⁠ ⁠ This photo of Jacqui & Jake's beautiful wedding was snapped by @lovewilder.co . See more of their wedding on At The Beep's profile on the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: On a white linen-covered table outside is an old-style cream telephone on a white stand, A frosted sign next to it reads "Audio Guestbook" with instructions.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger #AudioGuestbook #TelephoneGuestbook #GuestbookIdeas #Guestbook #PhoneGuestbook #WeddingGuestbook
***The Pastel Issue***⁠ We have definitely been ***The Pastel Issue***⁠ We have definitely been living for all things pastel in February & March this year, and we couldn't let #ThePastelIssue go by without showcasing some pretty pastel rings to bring us to the end of the first 2023 theme issue!⁠ ⁠ From the very talented @jasminefraserjewellery - "Picking A Pastel Gemstone For Your Engagement Ring With Jasmine Fraser" is now live on Polka Dot Wisdom! ⁠ ⁠ Click the link in our bio to read all about picking & caring for your perfect pastel engagement ring! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image Description: ⁠A pale pink square-cut gemstone engagement ring set in gold with small diamonds along the band of the ring sits diagonally on a glossy marble tabletop so you can see the stone and diamond details.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #ThePastelIssue #Pastel #Pastels #PastelWedding #PastelWeddings #PastelWeddingInspiration #PastelWeddingStyling #PolkaDotWisdom #pastelwedding #pastelengagementring #engagementring #pasteljewellery #pastelgemstone #pastelgemstones #pickinganengagementring #engagementrings ⁠
"You don’t need to follow traditions.⁠ You don "You don’t need to follow traditions.⁠ You don’t need a huge wedding⁠ You don’t need to spend big on a dress⁠ Not everything has to be new⁠ If something goes wrong, wasn’t what you wanted, looked different to what you ordered; no one but you knows. Everyone else will be none the wiser. Unless of course, you have confetti piffed at your face – everyone will know.⁠"⁠ ⁠ Natasha and Ryan's Melbourne wedding was full of colour, fun and a distinctly quirky retro mood! See how their ice cream shop wedding unfolded⁠ - link in bio now.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @mrswhitephotos / Bride's Dress & Sunnies: @asos / Groom's Sunglasses: @oscarwylee / Bride's Jewellery: @concretejellyfishco / Bride's Shoes: @baredfootwear / Bride's Veil/Hair Accessories: @zala_hair_extensions / Cake Topper: @littledance / Decor & Furniture: @gooddayclub_au / Ceremony Officiant: @preciouscelebrations / Wedding Cake: @misstrixiedrinkstea / Ceremony Venue: @kennylovericecream / Engagement Ring: @mazzucchellisjeweller / Wedding Ring: @mazzucchellisjeweller / Flowers: @bloom.boy / Groom's Attire: @jacklondon_official / Groom's Shoes: @juliusmarlow / Hairstylist: @Shaylee.hairandmakeup / Makeup Artist: @cassandrarenee.mua / Reception Venue: @chinchin / Ring Box: @doiydesign⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image description: A photo of a bright orange room with an orange velvet couch, plants and sunlight streaming in. On the left of the shot is Natasha her hair in a high pony, wearing white retro sunglasses, hot pink earrings and an off-the-shoulder, fitted dress. She holds a bouquet of gypsophila, red and lilac roses and orchids tied with a red ribbon. On her left is Ryan, he wears black sunglasses, a white shirt lilac jacket and cream pants.]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding #RetroWedding #MelbourneWedding #MelbourneWeddings #IntimateWedding #IntimateElopement.
***The Pastel Issue***⁠ Capturing stunning weddi ***The Pastel Issue***⁠ Capturing stunning weddings is what they do best, so it makes sense we reach out to those "in the know" when it comes to providing inspiration for you, our dear readers, on how to create your pretty pastel wedding. And one such wedding team who has the know-how in spades is the @lovereel.com.au team! ⁠ ⁠ Chris has put together "Pastel Inspiration For Your Wedding Film" for #ThePastelIssue on Polka Dot Wisdom and we think you should absolutely click the link in our bio to read all about it!⁠ ⁠ Image by @stories.with.mel⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ [Image Description: Jen and Daniel are walking hand in hand on a grey gravel road in a green paddock. Den wears a long lace wedding gown and Daniel is in a navy tuxedo, pale blue tie, and pastel pink floral pin. Jen is holding her bouquet up into the air. Behind them their wedding party is walking together - the bridesmaids are in pastel pink gowns all holding their bouquets in the air, and the groomsmen in navy suits are coming up behind them.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #ThePastelIssue #Pastel #Pastels #PastelWedding #PastelWeddings #PastelWeddingInspiration #PastelWeddingDecor #PastelWeddingStyling #PastelWeddingBouquet #PastelBouquet #PastelWeddingGown #PastelWeddingDress #PastelBridesmaidDresses #PolkaDotWisdom #pastelweddingfilm #weddingfilm #pastelinspiration #wordsofwisdom #weddingvendorwisdom #pastelwedding #pastelhuedwedding ⁠

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