Reception Wisdom
The Best Parts of a Wedding Happen After Dark
  A wedding doesn’t end once the formalities are over. In many ways, it’s only just getting started. As the […]
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Reception Wisdom

Wondering how to host an amazing wedding reception? Our wedding vendors share all their knowledge!

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Top Reasons To Hire A Professional Wedding MC
When it comes to planning a wedding reception, I often find that the role of a MC is often underestimated. […]
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The Importance Of Good Reception Lighting
Most couples dismiss lighting when it comes to styling their wedding reception, thinking that the standard venue lights will ‘do’. […]
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Gentlemens Lounge
Image by Half Orange Photography You may not be overly interested in helping with all the finer details of the […]
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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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The After Dark Issue

Weddings take on a special magic after sunset. Think city lights, candlelit tables, bold night photography, and unexpected moments.

This month, we celebrate all that’s moody, sparkling, and unforgettable.

The fun that only happens when the sun goes down.

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“Hey Mr. DJ”- What Are The Ultimate Dance Floor Crowd Pleasers?
Being a hopeless romantic who loves love, being able to do what I do is a dream come true. Weddings […]
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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
What Your Photographer Wants You to Know About Shooting After Dark
  When planning a wedding, it’s easy to focus on the ceremony, golden hour portraits and all the beautiful moments […]
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Flower Wisdom
What Happens to Wedding Flowers After the Last Dance?
  Tahnee Skowron is the florist and plant hire specialist behind The Botanic Edit, and she has seen the part […]
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Styling Wisdom
How Candlelight Changes the Way Your Wedding Feels
  Before your guests notice the flowers or the table settings, they’ll feel the room. And that feeling is almost […]
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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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