Fashion Wisdom
10 Things You Need to Know About Mindful Wedding Gown Preservation
  As part of our Mindful Issue, where we’re exploring the intentional and considered side of wedding planning, we asked […]
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Essentials: 3 Reasons Why The Tux Is Back
I’ve always been a bit fashion-forward. Not in a Gaga meat dress kind of way but there’s certainly some intuition […]
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The Long And The Short Of Tea Length Dresses
Image by Salt Studios via Kristen & Roxley’s Vintage High Tea Wedding Gown by Silver Sixpence What exactly is tea […]
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Choosing Outfits for your Flower Girls And Page Boys
Image by Todd Hunter McGaw via Princess Catherine Style Brisbane Wedding With A Twist It can be tempting to leave thoughts […]
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Get The Groom Style – Beach Formal
Image by Sabra Creative via Groom Style – Jay Proof that beach weddings don’t have to be rolled up sleeves […]
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Spring 2013 Bridal Trends
Marchesa It is that time of year that we get to preview the beautiful Spring ’13 collections but also the […]
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What Would They Know? Anne Barge
I’ve been a long time watcher of Anne Barge’s fashion shows at bridal week and admired her tenacious spirit and […]
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How to Feel Confident, Comfortable and Joyful in Your Wedding Suit
  One of the things I keep coming back to, especially as we put together our Joy Issue, is how […]
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The Traditions Issue

Let’s dive deep into the beautiful world of wedding traditions – both old and new!

We’ll explore how couples are honouring their heritage while creating their own meaningful customs, from ceremonial rituals to family traditions and everything in between.

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A Guide To The Wedding Qipao & Cheongsam + Where To Find Yours!
  When east meets west – the colour of red in a beautiful, traditional gown is used to symbolise happiness […]
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Groom Prep Like a Pro! How To Tie A Bow Tie, Fold a Pocket Square & Perfect The Tie Knot
Tying a bow-tie can be a mind boggling task. Then add the pocket square and we’re all walking around lost! […]
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Celebrating 20 Years of Lisa Gowing Gowns with 20 Questions!
Lisa Gowing on her wedding day in 2007. Sydney based designer Lisa Gowing’s collection of exquisite, high fashion, designs, in […]
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What Would They Know?
What Would They Know? Davina Adamson of Black Finch Jewellery
  If you’ve ever walked into a jewellery studio and felt like you’re meant to already know what you want, […]
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Cake Wisdom
Eco-Conscious Florals For Your Wedding Cake & Styling!
Creating a wedding that is more sustainable, and more aware of the environment and the impacts we have on the […]
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Photography Wisdom
Photography That Respects the Nervous System
  Wedding photography should feel just as good as the images look. For our Mindful Issue, wedding photographer Tilly Roberts […]
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Flower Wisdom
Wedding Flowers That Just Spark Joy
  Flowers have long been woven into the story of weddings, but beyond tradition and aesthetics, flowers have a remarkable […]
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Styling Wisdom
How to Create a Fun First Wedding Timeline
  A seamless wedding day rarely happens by accident, it’s carefully shaped behind the scenes. On Polka Dot Wisdom, Vanessa […]
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Food & Catering Wisdom
Bubbles Decoded: The Difference Between Sparkling Wines & Champagne
Christmas and New Year’s may be over for another year, but that doesn’t mean we need to put a cork […]
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