We would love to see this funky wedding DIY idea from Oh Happy Day at some Sunshine Coast weddings. It’s a 3D giant flower backdrop for your wedding day photo booth that screams celebration! These could be construted in all kinds of colour combinations to suit your wedding theme and colour scheme.  It’s a super cheap way to decorate your wedding, as all you need is a bit of butcher’s paper, crepe paper, wire and creativity. Actually, the creativity part has even been done for you already by the clever crew over at Oh Happy Day, You can find the…

This time last weekend, there was a gathering of vintage enthusiasts at the Adorned with Love Vintage Chic Wedding Fair in Gympie. An outrageous level of vintage pretty was all in one place, and vintage-inspired brides were in heaven as they strolled through, meeting such wedding industry professionals as Marion Jonkers Photography, who has shared with us some of her photos from the event. As a lover of all things vintage, Marion herself was loving every minute of this collective of creativity. Marion at her super pretty stall top left, and she was visited by Melita of Boudoir Blush, who…

Eco styling is a wedding trend we are lusting after in a big, bad lustful manner. Okay, that may be a little over the top, but we really, really like it a whole awful lot! It’s about nature, and taking the raw unique elements it has to offer and constructing them in a beautifully assembled tablescape. We love the colours Splash Events have used in this theme. They have allowed the colours, understated floral arrangements, succulents and impressive twig centrepiece to take centrestage by complementing them with simple white dinnerware and clear wine glasses. A rustic feeling is brought into the mix…

Today we are thrilled to have a guest blog article by the lovely Carrie from A Darling Affair.  The annual Sunshine Coast Wedding Fair presented by A Darling Affair has once again come around! August 10th at The Chapel – Woombye is an event not to be missed by all those that love great styling of any kind. The Chapel is a blank canvas ready to be groomed and teased with stunning displays. But wait there’s more! Another hall lays behind the main chapel so you get to walk through not one but two amazing halls. The ceilings, lawn, the…

If you, like so many couples today, have been living together for some time and feel very well-established in your home, the idea of another toaster or dinner set for wedding presents might just have you planning another event after the wedding – a garage sale! I’m sure none of your guests and relatives would like to see their gift to you go out in this way, and would much prefer to gift you an item you will cherish. Or perhaps even make a contribution to a larger item that will become a centrepiece in your home, such as a…

Congratulations to the Sunshine Coast wedding industry – once again, very well represented in the Australian Bridal Industry Awards (ABIA) Queensland finals. These awards are based on ratings from real brides, who have experienced their fine service first hand. Here is a list of some of our amazing local finalists we love having part of our family at The Bride's Tree as well! Emma Nayler Photographer – nominated in Photographer category Sunny Girl Cakes – nominated in Cake Design category Allure Hair and Beauty – nominated in Beauty Therapist, Makeup Artist and Hairdresser categories Rolling Scissors – nominated in Hairdresser…

Everybody loves a wedding in Noosa. What’s not to love? It’s well-known as one of the most beautiful places in Australia, and the world. If you’re going to have a wedding in Noosa, you may as well do it right, and that means on the water. A wedding reception at the Noosa Waterfront Restaurant and Bar is an occasion to remember always for its wonderful location, food, wines, service and warm atmosphere. And the packages available are surprisingly affordable. Cocktail packages for up to 150 guests start at just $89 per person, and sit-down dinner packages start at $99 per…

It all started with a dream Paris proposal! Two years ago, Brenton proposed to Rachael with a stunning engagement ring in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Sixteen months on they were married and today we share how Rachael and Brenton made their dream day happen and how they brought Paris to Australia!  You will just love the below images by Focus Films Photography, and our Q&A with Rachael Elizabeth Tickner on achieving her big day… “Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairytale…” – Giselle C Viera…

This week we have a prize giveaway running to win four Frankie & Nicole robes – one for the bride, three for her maids. If you've not yet entered, you have until tomorrow afternoon to do so. The prize is valued at $345 and can be sent anywhere in the world, so don't waste another second!  Just in case you missed it… The week began with the release of a prize giveaway, which closes tomorrow. Hurry and enter! We suggested 5 ways you can honour the father of the bride. A lovely guest blogger and celebrant shared her experience at a wedding…

Your wedding day is a big day for your Dad, watching his little girl gain a new significant man in her life, and handing the reigns over to another to take care of her can be quite emotional. SimplyBridal has put together a special infographic to remind you how you can keep your father-figure involved in your wedding. Having him walk you down the aisle is the most rewarding role a father could ever have. Give your father an important role at your wedding to show that your affection and respect for him. Thumbnail image by Alan Hughes Photography