Hair and Beauty Wisdom
Mindful Wedding Makeup: What it Is & Why It Matters
  Yvette van Schie of Ethix Makeup Beauty & Styling has been working in the beauty industry long enough to […]
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Hair and Beauty Wisdom

Hair and beauty wisdom in interviews with hair and beauty experts with advice and tips on helping you look your best on your wedding day

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DIY Facials & Skincare
Image by Peter LaMastro via Martha Stewart Weddings Just because you are on a budget, want to do things yourself, […]
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Top Ten Makeup Tools For Your Wedding Day
1. Eye Lash Curler. It kills me how many ladies don’t use them, its practically a crime in my book. […]
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Top Ten – Wedding Makeup Looks
Hi! Today I’m sharing my top ten makeup looks for your wedding. Whether you want a classic look, a minimalist […]
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What Would They Know – Tonya Crooks – Eyebrow and Makeup Artist
 I am not afraid to say I don’t know much about beauty, but  I’m a little addicted to videos, books […]
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What Would They Know? Jemma Kidd Makeup Artist
I’m always eager to hear from hair and makeup artists- one little tip that is incredible can really change the […]
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What Style Suits Me?
When it comes to hair and makeup, a lot of brides gets overwhelmed with the number of looks they can […]
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Mindful Wedding Beauty: Letting Go Of Perfection To Look Your Best
  As part of The Mindful Issue, we asked Inèz Deckers, of Make-up by Inez, a hair and makeup artist […]
Eco Friendly Wisdom Hair and Beauty Wisdom Wisdom
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The Mindful Issue

What if your wedding felt as good as it looked?

Planning a celebration with intention means choosing eco-friendly details, accessible venues, and rituals that truly matter, creating a day that’s personal, inclusive, and unforgettable.

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Bloom Work: Wearable Florals For Your Wedding Day
What is ‘bloom work’ I hear you say? It’s the name I, Tyeneal Hahn Makeup Artist, gave the creations from […]
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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
Dark Romantic Wedding Cakes Are Having a Moment
  If the rise of candlelit receptions, moody florals and richly layered colour palettes has taught us anything, it’s that […]
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Photography Wisdom
Why Your Wedding Timeline Needs More Wiggle Room
  Wedding photographer Jennifer MacDonald of Liminal Wonderland has built a reputation shooting weddings between Melbourne and Scotland, and along […]
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Flower Wisdom
The One Thing to Bring to Your First Florist Meeting (It’s Not a Pinterest Board)
  Britt runs a floral design studio, The Botanical Connection, and she recently made the case on Instagram that naming […]
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Styling Wisdom
What Couples Don’t Know To Ask Their Wedding Lighting Designer
  The After Dark Issue is about atmosphere when the sun goes down. And nothing shapes the atmosphere of a […]
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Food & Catering Wisdom
Dark Romantic Wedding Cakes Are Having a Moment
  If the rise of candlelit receptions, moody florals and richly layered colour palettes has taught us anything, it’s that […]
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