A couple of weeks ago we celebrated the year that was with a big bash at Pier 33 Mooloolaba. All of our much-adored A-list Vendors donned their glad rags and came out in full force. We love our crew so much, and they are some of the hardest working people around, so we relish any opportunity we get to spend down time with them. 

This year we had the amazing John Veloso Music there to entertain us with his outstanding talents, and iShoot Photo Booth, which was So. Much. Fun. 

iShoot Photo Booth is not your everyday, garden variety photo booth. Oh, no. This baby not only produces awesome pics, but GIFs and Boomerangs! Needless to say, there was hardly a moment all night where somebody wasn’t getting their pose on! 

We found it very difficult to choose from all the cool backdrops available, but eventually landed on this gorgeous greenery, which very much went in style with the white and navy Hamptons style of Pier 33. Our set up also came with some Christmas-themed props! Oh, it sure was the season to be jolly – as you will see from these pics, GIFs and Boomerangs! 

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We love Christmas at The Bride’s Tree, and nothing says holiday cheer to us like giving. Finding just the right presents for the special people in your life is half the fun of the silly season. That is, when you can find the very thing they would adore! We’ve made it oh-so-much easier for you by collating some of the best gifts we’ve seen from beauty to sweet treats, and even some super cool experiences. 

Welcome to The Bride’s Tree official cover all Christmas gift guide for 2017. Let’s dive into the goodies… 

Only the cutest Christmas cookies of life

My question to you is this: do you actually think you can get through this Christmas without a St. Nick poo emoji cookie? I think not. 

SweetP Cakes and Cookies have also designed a darling duo for those who like to treat Santa to his milk and cookies. Rudolf won’t be left out either with an adorable carrot-shaped cookie that would make anybody’s nose glow. 

Christmas cookie packs start at $10.00, must be ordered. 

Personalised clutch or wallet

Get your best girl a personalised clutch from Miss Monogram, priced at $109.95. This is such a special gift she will treasure forever and know you went out of your way to get her something especially for her. 

For him, a monogrammed wallet from The Daily Edited will do the trick. 

Freshwater pearls that give back 

Naked Pearls Melbourne give three meals to a person in need for every freshwater pearl jewellery piece purchased. There are 1 billion people in the world without enough food to eat, and by buying this gift you’re making a positive contribution. I love it! My fave piece is a pair of their freshwater pearl Trumpet earrings, $100. 

Bath brew 

The trouble with having a sweet-smelling salt bath is usually the uncomfortable salt rocks under your tushie. This was the woe of the creator of Mae Laine Bath Teabags before she came up with this ingenious concept. All your salts and beautiful botanic smells neatly packed into a tea bag for your bath!

This is a great gift for your bridesmaids-to-be, just to show them how much you love and appreciate them this Christmas. One bath teabag will set you back $17.50, or buy a bundle for $50. 

Natural skin care gift card 

Purely plant based, Saya Skincare uses a unique and advanced formulas, harnessing the power of organic Australian Native Botanicals to attain results commonly thought only achievable with synthetic ingredients.

Saya Skincare was developed locally here on the Sunshine Coast in Noosa – we love supporting local brands! If you don’t know which products to choose, you can buy a gift card on their website starting from $50.

Makeup lesson

The gift of a lesson with a pro makeup artist is perfect for that gal who loves her makeup and wants to nail their skills. Or even for that gal, who has never had the knack and really wants to learn the basics. Many of our amazing makeup artists offer lessons. The Beauty Case (pictured) offer lessons starting from $100. 

Memories to last a lifetime 

Now is the perfect time of year to get that gorgeous beach family portrait. You’ve been saying it for ages, but you haven’t quite found the time to get yourself booked in.

Most of our talented Sunshine Coast photographers offer family portrait sessions. Whether you’re buying for yourself or a gift for a deserving mum, this is a present to treasure for life. This image is from a family portrait session with Megan Willis Photography. 

A Day at the Cabanas

Make like Beyonce and Jay Z and hire a luxury poolside cabana for the day in Noosa. Champagne, fruit platter, personal butler service – this is the life! Cabana hire is for up to four people when staying at the Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort. 

Craft beer tour

If you’re a cool girl, then obviously this is the gift you will present to your man for Christmas – a craft beer tour of the Sunshine Coast! The five-hour tour takes you behind-the-scenes to local breweries and a craft beer bar we didn’t even know existed in Mooloolaba, Maleny, and Pomona. No arguing over who will be the designated driver this time, just hop on the bus and enjoy the experience.

We hope you found some gift-giving gems in our Christmas Gift Guide. Happy shopping! 

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Since our lights are strung, our trees aglow with baubles and bows, our bank accounts looking skint in direct contrast with our waistlines destined to bloat, as is the natural way of things in the season of cheer and , it’s time for me to say Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night. 

It’s been a wonderful year sharing in your wedding planning joy, however this time of year I’m going to bring things back to basics and wish you some good old fashioned Christmas cheer. So my lovely brides, these are my most wished-for wishes just for you… 

Ah-he-hem… 

I wish you days in the sunshine, sand between your toes, salt in your hair and the odd bit of water up your nose. 

I wish you many Mimosas and naughty iced teas, Pimms and prawns, and platters of cheese. 

I wish all your presents are the best of the lot, and all around wonder where your gift of gift-giving was got. 

When it’s time on The Eve to close your eyes, I wish you best-laid plans to swipe the last mince pies. 

When you wake your stocking I wish will house treats – delicates, trinkets and delicious sweet eats. 

I wish after lunch when all take a snooze, that yours is the couch spot most people would choose. 

If there’s kids in your house to whom Santa brings toys, I wish they’re assembled and don’t make much noise. 

I wish you a pool or a beach or a hose, a sprinkler will do – in fact, go buy one of those. 

I wish you all of the Christmassy tunes, walks at twilight and a cheeky kiss in the dunes. 

When all is quiet, the cheer is all had, I most wish you feelings of grateful and glad. 

It’s the very season that’s my favourite you see, so I wish you love, happiness and a real pretty tree. 

Lots of love from Sally and Jenny xo 

Image by Lindy Yewen Photography. 

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