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Nobody Warns You About the Post-Wedding Blues, But They’re More Common Than You Think

01.09.26
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Nobody Warns You About the Post-Wedding Blues, But They’re More Common Than You Think
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The Pattern Issue

We’re celebrating weddings full of personality! From tartan suits and patterned veils to striking stationery or show-stopping cakes, see how patterns tell your story.

This issue is all about designs that pop and make your day unforgettable.

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If your saved folder is full of heritage hotels, b If your saved folder is full of heritage hotels, beautiful old restaurants, and tables you wish you could bookmark; this one is for you.⁠ ⁠ Table Art Event Hire created a richly layered tablescape at Terre Rouge Estate, pairing sandstone, terracotta, and deep timber with blush florals, seasonal winter foliage, and warm metallic details.⁠ ⁠ Come for the old-world romance, stay for all the gorgeous details in the gallery! Find it all at the link in our bio now.⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @_alibailey / Styling: @_bowcreative / Shoot Organiser: @tablearteventhire / Linens: @tablearteventhire / Content Creator: @studiosarker / Venue: @terrerougeestate / Stationery (Terracotta Tablescape): @_bowcreative / Tableware (Terracotta Tablescape): @social.eventhire / Rental Furniture: @social.eventhire / Flowers: @gigi_florets⁠ ⁠ Image descriptions can be found in the comments. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #ThePatternIssue #PatternWedding #PatternWeddingInspo
Melbourne-born and family-owned since 1983, Mollin Melbourne-born and family-owned since 1983, Mollini knows a thing or two about making great shoes. And their 2026 bridal collection? Very easy to fall for.⁠ ⁠ Soft satin, sculpted heels, removable pearl ankle wraps and the loveliest tulle bows make this an edit worth bookmarking for your wedding wardrobe.⁠ ⁠ Explore the collection now on Polka Dot Featured!⁠ ⁠ Stylist: @jasmineknights_ / Makeup Artist: @eloisehoganmakeup / Jewellery: @zafinoaustralia / Gowns: @grace_loves_lace / Gowns: @meshki / Shoes: @mollinishoes⁠ ⁠ Image descriptions in the comments.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #ThePatternIssue #WeddingEvents #WeddingHeels
We have a gap at Polka Dot Wedding, and we’d lik We have a gap at Polka Dot Wedding, and we’d like your help filling it!⁠ ⁠ We tell wedding stories from people of all backgrounds, living life in all kinds of ways. The ones we can rarely find, however many hours we spend scrolling, are weddings of disabled and chronically ill couples. We know much of it goes unseen, and we want to tell these stories too.⁠ ⁠ Maybe your day included a wheelchair or mobility aid, an Auslan interpreter, a guide dog, a quiet room, or a schedule built around chronic illness or fatigue. Maybe your disability is invisible, or you’re neurodivergent. Whatever your day looked like, we’d love to see how it came together.⁠ ⁠ You choose what you share and how. If you’re a photographer, planner or celebrant who’s worked on a wedding like this, send it through too. Link in bio, or send us a message!⁠ ⁠ [Image description: a bold red tile with white text that reads: "Disabled, chronically ill, deaf or neurodivergent? Your wedding belongs here."]⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #WeddingStories #RealWedding
We’ve known and loved the work of floral designe We’ve known and loved the work of floral designers & stylists @poppyculture_hq for years, so of course we knew they would know a thing or two about using pattern at a wedding.⁠ ⁠ For The Pattern Issue, they walk us through where pattern goes, how to build a palette from one source of inspiration, and how to keep a table bold and rich without it tipping into busy. Illustrated beautifully by a stunning pattern-filled editorial the team worked on at @jackalopehotels, captured by @inphotography_by_michellepragt⁠!⁠ ⁠ Find the full story via the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ Image descriptions can be found in the comments!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #ThePatternIssue #PatternWedding #PatternWeddingInspo
“Choose the things you love rather than worrying “Choose the things you love rather than worrying about whether everything matches.” – @luleewarner & @lupur__ ⁠ ⁠ We love a wedding where you can ask about a detail and discover there’s a whole story behind it, and Lu (the mastermind behind the pattern filled brand of @lupur__ ⁠) and Tim’s day is full of those! ⁠ ⁠ There are gifts brought home from India, family heirlooms, handmade details and the loveliest team of friends and family helping bring it all together. Matt and Holly from OLT Media captured it beautifully, and we’re so excited to share this one with you!⁠ ⁠ Photographer & Cinematographer: @olt.media / Dance Lessons: @aw_dance_centre / Engagement Ring: @luonejewellery / Flowers: @sunnysgardenflowerfarm / Groom's Attire: @arthurgalanag / Groom's Shoes: @rmwilliams / Groomsmen Attire: @mjbale / Hairstylist: @hannahmartinhair__ / Makeup Artist: @theglowlab.makeupandbeauty / Marquee: @tierraevents / Rental Furniture: @thestylingstore / Wedding Cake: @mary.bagels / Wedding Planner: @the.barnevents / Bride's Dress: @alexperryofficial / Bride's Dress: @stillwhite / Bride's Veil/Hair Accessories & Alterations: @clothonhighstreet / Sparkling Wine: @warrabillawines / Catering: @cremarbullcatering / Flowers (Table Arrangements): @sunshineirisnursery / Getting Ready Robes & Bridesmaid Dresses: @lupur__ / ⁠ ⁠ Image descriptions can be found in the comments.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #ThePatternIssue #PatternWedding #PatternWeddingInspo
⁠Tuscany-inspired styling, chocolate-brown satin ⁠Tuscany-inspired styling, chocolate-brown satin, wild blooms and a cannoli tower came together to celebrate Elisa & David’s beautiful wedding. ⁠ Find all these beautiful moments captured by @luelleevents and more over on Polka Dot Featured!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @olemonade.co / Venue: @lancemorehotels / Wedding Planner: @curatedbyoliviaa / Flowers: @bloomsbylaurajane / Makeup Artist: KimberlyMakeup / Hairstylist: @anitahamiltonhairdressing / Invitations & Stationery: @palmcreativestudio / Accessories: @ovensvalleyeventhire / Entertainment: @scottswindells / Content Creator: @luelleevents / Bride’s Dress: @raffaeleciucabridal / Groom’s Attire: @tarocash⁠ ⁠ Video description: short clips from Elisa & David’s wedding flash across the screen as “Safe Place” by RuthAnne plays. ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #TheGardenIssue #GardenWedding #AlfrescoWedding ⁠
⁠Every now and then, we come across a wedding ve ⁠Every now and then, we come across a wedding venue that has us dreaming of a little European getaway. Luckily, you don't have to travel far to find one; we have so many beautiful venues right here in Australia!⁠ ⁠ We're revisiting our roundup of European-inspired wedding venues across Australia, from Tuscan-style courtyards to grand French-inspired estates. Swipe through for a few of the beautiful spots we've featured, or head to the link in our bio to explore the full list!⁠ ⁠ Venues and Photographers as they appear: @lancemorehotels & @brightlightweddings⁠ / @zonzoestate & @mottaweddings⁠ / @redleafwollombi & @marynacherednikova⁠ / @wynmereestate & @milkhoneycreative⁠ / @eleven_eighty_venue & @argeldiosep.photography⁠ / @lancemorehotels & @zweckphotography⁠ / @maison.de.moon / @villa_howden & @doxa.visual⁠ / @cavershamhouse & @jdco.photography⁠ ⁠ Image descriptions can be found in the comments. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddingVenues #EuropeanInspiredWedding

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