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Simone loves Corey | Cotton Tree Wedding

Sally Townsend — Sun, 24 Mar 2019 19:00:06 +0000

Simone and Corey spent a couple of years planning their Cotton Tree wedding, the key thing they attribute to its success. Having given so much time and thoughtful planning to the day, even an unexpected change of venue didn’t rattle them.

Their organisation allowed for a relaxed day and made way for some seriously sweet details, like the surfboard they had made which became both their ceremony signing table and guest book.

The local Mountain Creek couple were married in a beach ceremony at Cotton Tree, and followed it up with a reception at Maroochy Surf Club overlooking the ocean.

Simone has shared all her wedding planning experiences and best tips for those wanting a day as perfectly calm and enjoyable as hers…

The Proposal

“On NYE 2016 Corey took me for a picnic on Alexandra Headland hill. We then went down for a walk on the beach where he asked me to turn around and close my eyes and got down on one knee. His friend hid in trees and captures the moment, which is so nice to look back on.”

Wedding Planning Priorities

“After looking at many wedding venues we decided a beach wedding was important to us because we spend so much of our time together there. Good entertainment was also important as we love a good party.”

Stand-out Suppliers

“Mallory Sparkles (photography) is incredible, Natalie Hunter did a beautiful job with our makeup, and Ceri fromEvalyn Parsons (hair) was amazing. Emilia from Bloodwood Botanica is so talented, her flower creations took my breath away. Aaron from Cut a Rug (DJ) was so much fun and really knows how to work a crowd. Maroochy Surf Club was great too, they made everything to do with the planning so easy.”

Images by Mallory Sparkles Photography

Unforgettable Moments

“There are so many special moments. Walking down the aisle and seeing Corey’s face, our first dance which was different to a traditional wedding dance – it was a Brazilian style of dance called Zouk. And dancing on the beach under the fireworks.”

The One Thing We Wouldn’t Change for the World

“Having our dogs at our ceremony. They are our babies.”

Simone and Corey’s Next Adventures…

“Our next goal is to buy our family home and to go to Europe for a holiday.”

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: Fireworks

Best bargain: We bought our cake from The Cheesecake Shop and decorated it ourselves

Bridal gown: Made with Love Bridal from The Sphere Collective

Bride’s accessories: Etsy

Bride’s shoes: Betts

Bridesmaids’ dresses: Lulus

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Colette by Colette Hayman

Groom’s and groomsmen’s attire: Myer

DIY: Bombinerres, cake decorating and we got a surfboard made (by Beckham’s Surfboards) and used it as our signing table then got everyone to sign it as our guest book.

Honeymoon: Maldives

Number of guests: 85

Wedding budget: $20,000

Actual cost of wedding: $25,000

Wedding Songs

Walking down the aisle – Latch by Sam Smith

Reception entrance – You’ve Got the Love by Florence and the Machine

First dance – Thinking Out Loud by Ed Sheeran

Check out this Spotify Playlist comprised of real couples’ picks for their songs to walk down the aisle to, and a few suggestions of my own…

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Melina loves Michael | Maleny Manor Wedding

Sally Townsend — Wed, 07 Mar 2018 03:59:56 +0000

When friends introduced Melina and Michael at a football (soccer, but we’re calling it football in Australia now, didn’t you know?) game at Suncorp Stadium, who knew it would eventuate to saying “I Do”?

The Brisbane couple chose Maleny for their destination wedding on the Sunshine Coast, where they celebrated with 78 guests at Maleny Manor. They planned their Maleny wedding over two years with the bride using her expertise as an interior designer to perfect every last detail.

The Colour Palette

“I always wanted soft pink and always loved black… it then gradually evolved with the additions of peach, grey, gold and burgundy. I wanted a very elegant and classy wedding.”

The Dress

“My mum attended every dress fitting with George Wu – we both developed a great relationship with him. I was so sad to have to stop visiting! Thankfully my sister is getting married soon and he will be making her dress too so I will be able to crash her dress fittings so I can enjoy his great personality and admire his talents.

“I believe if you can afford to buy a bespoke gown you really must do it – there really is no other experience like it. Being able to work with someone like George Wu to create a masterpiece especially for you was so special.”

Mist on the Mountain

“It was raining all day! But the rain cleared just before the ceremony and lasted all through our photoshoot. We were so lucky. The rain left this amazing mist and fog that engulfed the valley, creating a magical romantic atmosphere. It then poured later in the night which allowed for some great evening rain photos!

“Don’t let the weather stress you out! It will be a magical day regardless.”

The Entertainment

“We had various old and new music by our entertainer Graham Hobson. He DJ’d and also sang live. I also requested three Italian songs be played to pay tribute to my heritage which was so much fun. It was great coz even my 80+ year old grandparents started
dancing.

“We also hired a photo booth, which we believe was one of the best decisions we ever made. It was so much fun and it was fantastic viewing all the photos after the wedding as we were able to see the fun that our guests were having that we didn’t get a chance to see. It is extremely hard getting to talk to all your guests so it was a small insight into their night.”

The Best Day EVER

“We both had so much fun and felt it was a true celebration of us as a couple. My favourite moment was walking down the aisle and seeing Michael waiting for me at the end.

“(It was so special) having all our family and friends around us in such a beautiful location. We thought our ceremony was very heartfelt and genuine and believe that’s what weddings are all about. The love.”

Images by Matt Rowe Photography

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: My wedding dress!

Best bargain: Our bonbonniere – I ordered personalised scented candles through Etsy, which were really well priced!

Bridal gown: George Wu

Accessories: Roman and French

Shoes: Nine West

Bridesmaid dresses: A Formal Affair

Bridesmaid accessories: Roman and French

Groom and groomsmen’s attire: Wil Valor suits, Florsheim shoes

Jewellery: AG Designer Jeweller

DIY: I bought $8 terrariums from Kmart to add to the styling of the day. I also had a small table with photos of our grandparents who have passed so that they could be remembered on our special day.

Honeymoon: Queenstown, New Zealand

Number of guests: 78

Thank you for supporting our A-List Vendors, who were part of Melina and Michael’s wedding dream team…

Learn more about… Matt Rowe Photography + Natalie Hunter Makeup Artist + Evalyn Parsons Hair

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Q&A with Evalyn Parsons Hair

Sally Townsend — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 06:00:35 +0000

Like many fateful events before it, Evalyn Parsons‘ career in hairdressing and wedding hair styling came about unexpectedly. What started out as what Evalyn believed to be a temporary career to pursue creative interests 18 years ago, has turned into a lifelong passion and successful business.

For 12 years now, Evalyn has dedicated her every weekend to travelling all over the Sunshine Coast to look after brides, creating gorgeous hairstyle after gorgeous hairstyle, sending each down the aisle with a skip in her step, feeling glam. All while raising a large family and running her hairdressing salon in Caloundra’s prettiest coastal corner, Moffat Beach.

I took some time to find out how this powerhouse woman has achieved all she has, still has a deep-seated fiery passion for what she does, and remains one of the loveliest, most ethical and professional businesswomen around.

Trust me, you really need to learn more about Evalyn and her team at Evalyn Parsons Hair.

Images by Terri Hanlon Photography.

Evalyn, your salon is located in one of our fave Sunshine Coast spots, Moffat Beach. Tell us what you love most about the area.

Ahh, Moffat Beach. Such a beautiful spot to call home for our business. I love the small, personal community of cafes, shops, businesses and just locals who call it home. There is a very stylish but still relaxed feel to this little community and everyone feels it. From the salon we can walk to the beach in less than 2 minutes and grab a coffee or lunch from one of the local cafes or juice bar.

Tell us about your recent salon renovations.

On top of my wedding hair styling, my salon at Moffat Beach has been open for 5 years now and started with two casual staff and big dreams. Over that time we have been continually expanding and renovating the cool 50’s beach shack that we are in and most recently added a new front foyer and a specialised bridal room for our wedding trials. We now have 11 chairs and 3 basins in the salon space and six staff, who work in there on a full-time basis looking after our regular clientele as well as pre-wedding colours and treatments.

“Don’t be afraid, you are beautiful and really anything is possible these days with hair styles as we have the best products and equipment that hairdressers have ever had.”

What are your hot tips for 2016 brides?

This is the year to go for it. I feel like there is a lot of change going on in the styling world and I am seeing a real mix of looks coming through. I would love to see brides be bold and strong with their styling choice and stand out from the crowd. Don’t be afraid, you are beautiful and really anything is possible these days with hair styles as we have the best products and equipment that hairdressers have ever had.

“I love when I can make a style work for a bride when they thought their hair just wouldn’t be able to do it.”

What is your absolute favourite hair style to do?

Mmm.. so many favourites. I would say at the moment that I am loving the glamorous red carpet waves but also really enjoying the comeback of the high updo or big classic bun… and then there are braids… Like I said, where do I stop!

When does a head of hair truly excite you?

I get excited about challenges and love thinking about and coming up with a new way to style a look. I also love when I can make a style work for a bride when they thought their hair just wouldn’t be able to do it.

And you have two little assistants full time now, and two at school. How do you juggle being a mum and working in your business?

Yes, four beautiful children have come along as I have grown my business from its humble beginnings at home. I love leading a full life and I have found that while it takes some organisation and planning, I can definitely have the best of both being a mum and a business owner. I have an amazing husband, who supports me in my role and is very hands-on with the kids. Plus these days I have a very capable and efficient team behind me.

How do you continue to stay on top of wedding hair trends and new techniques?

Training and practice definitely. I attend training events and education on a yearly basis to keep my work current and my ideas fresh. Training and practicing looks with my staff keeps me sharp as well. My little three-year-old princess gives me a lot of practice time now, as she gets a new style very morning and as she gets older the requests are now coming from her about what she would like.

How did you choose your wedding hair styling team?

I handpick my hair styling team and work closely on training them before I entrust my brides personally with them. I am always looking for strong styling skills and creativity, a passion for their craft and also a great people person. I genuinely care about each of my brides and their wedding day and it’s really important to me that each of my team have the same care and passion for what they do.

Where to next for Evalyn Parsons Hair?

Evalyn Parsons Hair is going to keep building on our level of experience and luxury for our wedding styling. We are introducing some gorgeous extras for our brides in 2016, including a welcome pack to help each bride navigate her way through the pre-wedding hair journey. We are also close to releasing a new website, which we are very excited about, and there are some new things still to be revealed within that. Stay tuned…

“I genuinely care about each of my brides and their wedding day and it’s really important to me that each of my team have the same care and passion for what they do.”

Any local tips for out-of-towners?

The ocean walk that takes you from Moffat Beach to Kings Beach is a must if you have a little bit of time. Walk 500m or the full 3kms and you walk directly beside the ocean all the way and you can just take in all its wonder. Otherwise grab a great coffee or snack while you watch the waves roll in.. my faves are coffee from the Pocket Espresso, juice from Coco Loco or yummy fish and chips from Moffats Takeaway. And don’t forget to come to us before or after that for your wedding trial, a great hairstyle, cut or colour or even just a little wash and blow dry.

Thank you to Sunshine Coast wedding photographer Terri Hanlon Photography for these beeyootiful images of Evalyn Parsons, her salon and team, and the very pretty Moffat Beach in Caloundra.

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Hair Stylist to the Models

admin — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 19:00:00 +0000

Sunshine Coast bridal hair stylist extraordinaire, Evalyn Parsons, could most definitely be described as the authority in bridal hair fashion and trends, being the official hair stylist to the models for the It’s My Wedding Expo Fashion Shows.

This weekend Evalyn is embarking upon her sixth show, so we had a chat with the lady behind these incredible folicle creations to get the skinny on upcoming trends, what inspires her and what we can expect this weekend at the Expo.

Evalyn, you have been doing the models’ hair for the It’s My Wedding Expo Fashion Show for a long time now. How did you score this awesome gig?

Yes this is our sixth It’s My Wedding Fashion Show that we are styling hair for and we love it. I scored this gig originally by just approaching (organiser) Dee a lot earlier than the expo and offering my services and at that time it turns out they hadn’t booked in another stylist yet so she accepted almost immediately and the rest is history.

What do you love most about being the official Fashion Show hair stylist?

I love styling hair first and foremost of what I do in my business and so the opportunity to create new looks and styles on gorgeous models that brides will be inspired by or love for their wedding day is just an honour. I truly get excited to create beautiful hair styles and love to see the finished result as the combination of hair, makeup and dress on the catwalk.

What usually inspires you in coming up with the hair styles for the models?

Inspiration comes from a range of areas for me. I am always following current trends through blogs, magazines, fashion shows and also what my brides are asking for. Each style I do, I try to create a look that will flatter the face shape and hair type of the model, suit the look and feel of the gowns I also want to showcase some of the current techniques that we are using for our brides and what we see out in the wedding and fashion world currently.

Do you do all of the hair yourself, or does it take a team to get everyone ready on time?

I have an amazing team of stylists and I usually have several on hand with me to help create all the hair styles and also meet and chat with brides at our expo booth. What I like to do is meet our models, view the dresses and then run through the final styles we are going to go with before any hair styling is started. That way we have a fluid look with our styling and we have everyone ready and looking perfect in time.

What would you say are upcoming trends in bridal hair for 2015?

I see upcoming trends staying with romantic and vintage looks for a little while still but I do see more glamour and volume with the way we finish the styles. Braiding is still popular and also downstyles but again more polished waves and refined looks and less unstructured or messy looks.

Any hints on what we can expect to see in your creations this weekend on the runway?

I have to keep a few surprises under my hat so you all come and check them out! But a hint is that you will see our styling looking bigger and better than ever and even more diversity with the looks we want to showcase. We have extended ourselves with further training with some world class hairstylists and that is influencing our looks and techniques.

Click right here for more details on It’s My Wedding Expo, happening this Sunday.

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Spiritual in Style

admin — Sun, 06 Jul 2014 19:00:00 +0000

The Spirit House, Yandina is one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular restaurants for its delicious food, beautiful grounds and, as the name suggests, spiritual feel. The essence of the place was captured in this styled shoot by artistic, creative Sunshine Coast wedding photographer, Luke Going Photography.

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Photographer: Luke Going Photography

Hair: Evalyn Parsons Hair

Venue: The Spirit House / Gown: eVisual Bridal Boutique / Head pieces: Aleksandrovna Head PIeces / Flowers: Wendy’s Flowers / Makeup: Photofinish Makeup / Cake: Judith Brosnan Cakes / Jewellery: Cherrywood Designs / Models: Daniela and Ash

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Upstyles for Blonde Brides

admin — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 19:00:00 +0000

I don’t know if it’s true that blondes have more fun, but one thing I know for sure (yes, full Oprah-style) is that we can all find plenty of enjoyment in today’s hair inspiration. Especially for you, lovely Sunshine Coast brides of the blonde persuasion, I have collated some of the prettiest bridal upstyles for fair-haired brides.

From the relaxed to the intricately structured, from the asymmetrical to the… well, the symmetrical, here are some fabulous styles fit for any kind of Sunshine Coast wedding, that you can draw plenty of inspiration from. Of course they have been created by some of our most talented Sunshine Coast wedding hair stylists. Enjoy!

Hair: Hair by Nicola

Hair: Silk Hair & Makeup, Photo: Andrea Sproxton Photography

Hairstyles: Taryn Smith Hair Artistry, Photos: Matt Rowe Photography

Hair: Evalyn Parsons Hair, Photo by Melanie McNiven

Hair: Hair by Nicola, Photo: Calli B Photography

Hair: Julieanne Gant, Photos: Julian Beattie Photography

Hair: Hair4Brides, Photo: Brock Beazley Photography

Hair: Hair by Nicola, Photos by Lindy Photography

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