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Mr and Mrs Cake Toppers
When you officially tie the knot, you will want to celebrate your new status as Mr and Mrs! You can have fun with cake toppers that spell out your new title.
We love this one from Communicake It as you can spell out your entire new name:
Available from Communicake It.
Love birds are always very, very sweet:
Available from The Knot Shop.
Love hearts always add a touch of romance:
Available from Etsy.
Figurines and bunting make adorable cake toppers:
Available from Etsy.
Or keep it simple with colourful bunting:
Available from Etsy.
If you love sparkle and a touch of bling, you will love this one:
Available from The Knot Shop.
Are you including any Mr and Mrs details in your wedding day?
- Posted: Fri 17 May 2013 2:44PM
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Real Wedding Inspiration: Pink Shoes
Whether you’re after fuchsia satin heels, traditional blush pink peeptoes or pink thongs (perfect for dancing the night away at your reception!), you’ll love how these real brides added a pop of pink to their wedding day look.
There are so many fun shades of pink to choose from, you’re bound to find the perfect shoes for you. Here are some of our favourite pink picks.
FIND: Wedding Shoe Suppliers
What colour shoes will you be wearing on your wedding day?
- Posted: Fri 17 May 2013 2:37PM
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Have You Seen The New Wedding Invitations By Oscar de la Renta?
This could quite possibly be one of the greatest marriages of all time: Oscar de la Renta and PaperlessPost.com recently partnered to create a series of paper invitations, save-the-dates and thank you cards and it’s all going to be sold exclusively on PaperlessPost.com. With cutting edge patterns like a mixed Ikat and floral as well as a jungle print these wedding invitations are fashion-forward, but like all of Oscar de la Renta designs, totally timeless!
SEE MORE: Invitation Trend Report
What do you think of these stationery designs?
Photos: Courtesy of Paperless Post
- Posted: Thu 16 May 2013 3:18PM
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The Knot Giveaway: Win 1 of 10 ‘The Wedding Video’ DVDs
Classic, romantic or just crazy funny, we love a good wedding video. Tell us in 25 words or less would you (or would you not!) allow a friend or family member to video your wedding and why, and you could win one of ten The Wedding Video DVDs.
From the makers of the movie Calendar Girls, this British comedy is a wedding movie with a difference. Set in the outlandish world of English society weddings, the best man turns war reporter when he films his brother’s wedding as it crashes and burns before his very eyes.
Sound like your kind of movie? Lucky for you we are giving away 10 copies of this DVD. All you have to do is tell us in 25 words or less: “Would you (or would you not!) allow a friend or family member to video your wedding and why?”
*All answers must be submitted by adding a comment at the bottom of this article to be an eligible entry. The competition commences today, 13/5/2013 at 11 a.m. EDST and closes on 17/5/2013 at 10 a.m. EDST. Don’t forget…you must be a member and logged in to enter a valid entry for this competition. Read our Terms & Conditions.
Post your answer below now to enter!
- Posted: Mon 13 May 2013 12:28PM
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Real Wedding Inspiration: Birdcage Veils
There’s something innately glamorous yet classically elegant about birdcage veils.
The veil is usually made from French netting and attached to a comb that can be worn solo, or fastened with a brooch, flower or feather. We love how these real brides below have added their own style with a pop of fun colour and some sweet embellishments.
What type of veil with you be wearing on your big day?
- Posted: Fri 10 May 2013 12:55PM
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First Dance Friday: You Are The Best Thing
There is something incredibly soulful about Ray LaMontagne’s husky voice. This song, “You Are The Best Thing,” is a dose of pure happiness and will have you and your man grinning on the dance floor, and your guest’s hearts smiling too.
The lyrics are so sweet:
Oh because, you are the best thing
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
Ever happened to me
We love it!
Would you consider this gorgeous song for your first dance?
- Posted: Fri 10 May 2013 10:00AM
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Fashion Location: Behind the Scenes at Centennial Park
When it came to choosing the perfect location for our main fashion story, Centennial Park in Sydney’s eastern suburbs ticked the boxes. With its luscious gardens – and no shortage of stunning backdrops – we watched with delight as our vision for a romantic ethereal-inspired fashion story, complete with white horse, came to life. But the day didn’t get off to the easiest of starts…
After a series of date changes, we’d finally locked in ‘the’ day. But Mother Nature had other ideas – we awoke to thunderstorms and pouring rain. Not ideal on a location shoot! With deadline looming, we decided to brave the wet weather and work between breaks. And sure enough, the results speak for themselves.
Above: Centennial Parklands Dining
We used Centennial Parklands Dining – a popular wedding reception venue – as our base and greeted venue manager, Kate, bright and early – 7am! Fashion director Pilar briefed hairstylist, Budi, and makeup artist, Naomi, and the team got to work their magic on model Valerija, while Pilar and photographer Damian scouted the park for their top spots.
Above: Centennial Parklands Pine Grove
From the initial planning stages of the Winter 2013 issue, we had some pretty firm ideas of what we wanted in our location fashion story – an enchanting forest-like spot to set the scene. The idyllic Pine Grove within the parklands did just that. Budi is quick on the scene to make sure there’s not a hair out of place, while Pilar is hard at work getting the dress camera-ready. Valerija wears the Hilde Heim “Highness” gown from The Wedding Boutique.
Above: Centennial Stables handler Claudia and beautiful horse Fah
The idea of a horse as a co-star, alongside the model, would top things off. Enter the team at Centennial Stables who helped make this happen. Horse handler, Claudia, worked with the crew to ensure everything ran smoothly. And we got lucky on the weather side of things, too – the sun even came out at one point!
And there you have it. A stunning location, dream team and ten pages of beautiful bridal fashion to show for it! For the full Modern Fairytale shoot, get your hands on our Winter 2013 issue, which is out now. Run, don’t walk!
See more of The Knot magazine Winter 2013 issue here.
Have you considered Centennial Park for your ceremony or wedding photos?
Want to find out more about Centennial Parklands Dining as a reception venue?
Love horse-riding? Get in touch with the team at Centennial Stables?
Photography: Damian Bennett
- Posted: Fri 10 May 2013 10:00AM
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Angry Birds Video Game Marriage Proposal!
We love a good proposal story and when we heard about how Sydneysider Ben popped The Question, we just had to share it with you! It has all the ingredients for a great story- romance, sweetness, surprise …and … the “Angry Birds” video game!
Ben and Melissa have been together for 8 ½ years. It’s been a running joke between the couple that Ben’s genuine love of the video game Angry Birds, would somehow be used in their wedding day. Ben coconspired with the techies at Angry Birds to create a special iPad App where the words “Marry Me Mel” would pop up especially for her. Genius!
We love this adorable couple:
See The Tech Savvy Way to Attend a Wedding for other ways technology is creeping into weddings.
Are you a tech lover? How do you plan to use technology in your wedding?
- Posted: Thu 9 May 2013 4:03PM
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5 Super Pretty Flower Crowns
Perfect for the bohemian bride, flower garlands offer a gorgeous alternative to a traditional veil. Floral crowns aren’t exactly new, they have been around since the Roman Empire, and we’re still enjoying their sweet style!
You can opt for fresh and fragrant blooms that have a limited lifespan (but will last a lifetime in your photos!), or try faux flowers for an everlasting look. Celebs are even embracing this pretty accessory with Keira Knightley adding a dainty floral garland when she tied the knot with her long time boyfriend and musician, James Righton, last weekend.
Here are five garlands ideas we’re loving right now:
the bursting with colour garland
Wanting a pop of colour? ASOS stocks on trend flower crowns like this polyester flower garland set on an elasticated band, so that one size fits all.
Flower Hair Garland, ASOS, $15.95
the vintage garland
Jessica Beattie, a Sydney milliner, specialises in custom made headpieces and fascinators. This dainty vintage inspired crown adds a magical finishing touch.
Vintage Flowers, Jessica Beattie, POA
the garland with a touch of silver
Sydney based designer, Amy Oram has a soft spot for both vintage and modern style. Her crowns can be custom made to match the specific colour of your dress or the theme of your wedding.
Bridal Flower Crown, Teeki by Amy Oram, $130
The Couture Garland
Kristi Bonnici is known for her one-of-a-kind designs like this garland featuring hand made silk satin camellias and hand beaded pearl flowers.
Boho Beauty Garland, Kristi Bonnici, $600
The cost effective garland
Handmade with silks and the occasional sparkle, Summerblossom accessories like this lily of the valley chain are perfect for a garden wedding.
Lily (A Faery’s Song range), Summerblossom, $59
Are you thinking of wearing a floral crown? What do you think is better fresh or faux flowers?
- Posted: Tue 7 May 2013 12:18PM
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Make Your Mum Feel Special with Embroidered Hankies
It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday and this week we are paying special attention to our mums. Your wedding is such a milestone moment for your mum and it would be lovely to organise a special gift for her. We love the idea of handkerchiefs embroidered with a personal message to your mum on your wedding day. Warning- these messages may bring a tear to your eye!
Photo by Spink Studio
Available from Etsy
Available from Etsy.
You could also get your mum’s initials embroidered onto a crisp Irish linen hanky. This might be a good option if you think the sentimental messages might be too much for her!
Available from Etsy.
And don’t forget your future mother-in-law! This one melted our hearts…and should get you in the good books!
Available from Etsy.
- Posted: Mon 6 May 2013 12:12PM
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