Reception

Ten Tropical Ideas For Your Tropical Wedding

Are you dreaming of saying “I do” with sand between your toes and the rhythm of ocean waves in […]

Reception

Wedding reception styling ideas, reception venues, wedding decor ideas, wedding centrepiece inspiration, tablescapes, dessert tables - all the things you need to plan a beautiful reception

Our latest articles...

Baby Blue Lolly Buffet

I never get tired of pretty tablescapes – I always find something to draw from them as inspiration! The lovely […]

Splendid Days Boutique Marquee Hire

One of the greatest joys I have with Polka Dot Bride is getting to know businesses and the talented individual […]

Wedding Art Prints

I love the idea of using a fun print for guests to sign instead of a traditional guest book. Some […]

Hamptons Dessert Bar

I still love dessert bars and I still love the relaxed Australian feel we always stamp on them! Perhaps it […]

Tablescape Inspiration From it’s A Date Event Design

Oh I love seeing fresh new tablescape ideas! These are from the lovely Lyndsay at Bendigo design company It’s A […]

Graceful Green and Brown Tablescapes

Bailie Photography sent over these gorgeous shots captured at the Sydney wedding of Aivee and Pete over a weekend. Alicia […]

Terrific Tablescapes of 2021

Here we are! Our final roundup of 2021! And we’re going out with a beautiful bang. Today, we’re reflecting on […]

Featured Reception

The Music Issue

Let your heart sing as we help you set the musical mood for your big day. From your walk down the aisle to your first dance, we’ll inspire your melodic moments.

Polka Dot Monthly Issues ›

Polka Dot Featured on Film…

Dirty Dancing Wedding

It’s another ‘that famous dance!’ wedding, this time it’s the Dirty Dancing wedding! The bride is a wedding photographer in […]

Wedding Thriller!

I love this video- makes me giggle every time!

Our latest articles by category...

Fashion

The Lihi Hod Dreams 2025 Fall Collection: Twilight

Artfully blending the mystical enchantment of ‘The Secret Garden’ with the clean beauty of ‘Paradise Lost’ is Lihi Hod’s Fall […]

Inspired Weddings

Karen and Evan’s Fun Micro-Wedding in Lennox Gardens Canberra

Karen and Evan’s fun micro-wedding in Lennox Gardens, Canberra was a celebration of love, connection, and the beauty of […]

Mary & Michael’s Intimate Engagement Shoot at Victoria Park

Some love stories take time to bloom, and Mary and Michael’s is one of those treasures that grew stronger with […]

Inspiration Shoot

Moody Red Wedding Inspiration at The Cove

Set against The Cove Jervis Bay, today’s moody red wedding inspiration is full of passion, cheeky styling, and classic romance. […]

Pastel Perfect: A Gift Guide For The Lovers Of Soft and Dreamy

The Pastel Issue has us immersed in all things soft and dreamy, and we think that mood should definitely extend […]

Host your wedding on a private island in queensland

15 Dreamy New Wedding And Event Venues in Queensland

Thinking of getting married in Brisbane or regional Queensland? You’ll be spoilt for choice with a multitude of ceremony […]

Grab a cuppa

See real weddings on

Wow! Look at this

Get advice from the experts

Polka Dot Wisdom

Do it yourself

Get your craft on at

Take me there now

Polka Dot Honeymoons

Got a love story you’d like to share?

Share the Love

We'd love to hear about your wedding experience.

Submit your story