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To-do list before you even think about getting into your wedding dress

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We have a spot of advice for you today, which has come from a woman very much in the know. Suzanne Riley is a savvy Sunshine Coast wedding celebrant, who always looks the part, so be sure to heed her advice, lovely brides…

So there is a list for everything!! But don’t we just love lists, we get everything done perfectly and we can tick things off! LOVE IT.

Its not every day we wear a lush gown, have a room full of ladies helping us get ready and are preened from head to toe, so here are some tips to make the lead up to your walk down the aisle, flow as smooth as silk.

Here’s a common sense approach to getting dressed on your wedding day. Before you even reach for the gown, tick off this checklist.

Holding your wedding here on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland, the weather can be quite hot and sometimes sticky, so getting ready in air-conditioned comfort is something that can be pre-planned and is well worth the forethought. This makes the process much more comfortable.

Here goes…

Air-conditioning is on
Your hair is perfect
Teeth Cleaned
If you have had your veil fixed by your hairdresser, then you will already have your veil attached if not, you can leave the veil until after the gown is fitted
Pantyhose and shoes on – saves bending and creasing the dress or negotiating the gown if you put your shoes on first
Underwear all in place
Your makeup is complete – all powders (anything that can mark the gown) put away
Deodorant on and dry
Insect repellent on
Sunscreen on
Favourite fragrance on
Jewellery can be fitted after the gown just in case of snags

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NOW all of that is done….. here are the last ‘must check’s’

Do you need to go to the loo? This is your last chance realistically before you get to your reception so take advantage of one last visit!
Any pets have been taken outside – we don’t want paw prints or claw pulls in the gown before we leave the house.
Have something small and simple to eat, with nerves and excitement you may not have an appetite, but try to have something small, a sandwich, maybe have a protein drink or a small energy bar at least on hand and make sure you have ‘something’. Your breath will smell sweeter, your blood sugar will thank you, you will probably find you are less emotional and there will be no fainting at the wedding.
Many clean hands for the next step…. so everyone wash your hands, we’re about to tackle to gown….
First choice for dress fitting is STEP INTO your gown if possible….. make sure your heels are securely on the floor and not on your gown at all before your gown is pulled up. If your gown must be fitted over your head, wear a makeup saver over your hair/face whilst you’re being fitted into your gown.
If your gown has a large separate underskirt, put this on first and fit the dress over your head.
If your gown has many buttons or lace up ribbon, make sure to leave plenty of time for this as it can take longer than you imagine.
If you need a nibble or to freshen up your makeup after the gown is fitted, protect the gown with a clean sheet, towel or makeup saver
Final check….. Do you have your ‘something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue’?
Take a deep breath!

Now you’re good to go.

Above images by Emma Nayler Photographer

Suzanne Riley has invaluable wedding knowledge by the basketfull. If you would like to learn more about this lovely lass and her wedding celebrant services here on the Sunshine Coast, you find all you need to know right here.

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What’s in a Wedding Ceremony Order of Service

admin — Wed, 14 May 2014 19:00:00 +0000

It’s a fair question that most couples have – what happens when at a wedding? It’s called the Wedding Ceremony Order of Service, and we’re here to explain.

Today we have a guest blog post from Sunshine Coast wedding celebrant, Natalie Banner – From This Moment Ceremonies, who has done us the very kind favour of explaining exactly what a typical wedding ceremony involves. With a lot of flexibility in her own ceremonies, today Natalie gives us the basics as a starting point for what to expect when you embark on planning your own once-in-a-lifetime moment.

When I look to meet a couple for the very first time, and begin the journey of planning their personalised wedding ceremony, the first question most couples tend to ask about, leads into the general order of a ceremony. What does a general order of a ceremony usual entail? Because most couples are new at the wedding game, and how to plan a wonderful day, they are left perplexed with the layout of the ceremony. What are the rules; where are readings to be placed; when is the kiss; and how do we perform the ring ceremony?

All of the answers can usually be found in this General Order of Ceremony.

1 Processional (or Bridal march)

The Bridesmaids enter, followed by the Bride

2 Welcoming

The celebrant welcomes family and friends, and introduces herself.

(1/2 Monitum/legal requirement)

3 Giving away

Giving away of the Bride and the Groom can be done in many ways.

Giving away of the Bride by her father/brother/mum/sister/or other family member.

Giving away of the Bride and groom by their parents.

Giving away of the bride by her own parents.

Giving yourselves to one another / Guests giving you away

4 Introduction

The celebrant speaks about the couple’s commitment to each other and what marriage means to

the couple and anything else about them.

5 Readings/Poems/Speeches/Affirmations/Funny Stories (optional)

This is your area of the ceremony where being creative counts. Consider having a 1 or 2 close

friends or family members perform a reading or story.

6 Monitum/legal

The legal wording from the Marriage Act, appropriated by the Celebrant. (required by law)

7 Declaration of intention to Marry (also required by law)

This is often called the Declaration of Marriage which is a public declaration to everyone.

8 The Asking “I do”

9 Vows

There is a legal mandatory vow you must state first, followed by your personal vows

10 Ring Ceremony

Most couples give rings to each other however, some couples might give gifts or some other

form of ceremonial symbol depending on their race/religion/cultural beliefs).

11 Inclusion of any ritual/ symbolism / or another reading/poem

(Optional)

12 Conclusion

A short Conclusion is said by the Celebrant and acknowledgement of the other parties.

13 The Declaration

The celebrant announces the couple Man and Wife.

14 Kiss

This can be directly after the ring ceremony or the declaration.

15 Signing of the register

Alternatively, this can be placed at the end of the ceremony if there is no music or perhaps an elopement style ceremony.) The couple and two witnesses sign the marriage Register, Certificate of marriage and the marriage Certificate, followed by conclusion of the ceremony.

16 Congratulations & presentation to family and friends

The Celebrant congratulates the couple and introduces them in an agreed way. For example

“introducing Mr & Mrs”

17 The Recessional

The couple leave the ceremony area, followed by the bridal party, generally to some music.

Closing speech – example: drinks are now being served in the garden followed by family

photos.

I hope the above layout will help many up and coming brides to have a greater understanding and control over their own ceremony, allowing more creative, unique and modern concepts to be incorporated. And don’t forget

to have some fun with it all…

Keep smiling and enjoy the wedding planning buzz!

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Hidden Grove Destination Wedding

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Noosa is one of the most beautiful parts of the planet, and people travel from all over the world to get married here. It truly is a little piece of paradise. Nobody knows this better than Kelly and Jarrod, who planned their dream destination beach wedding from Adelaide in South Australia.

Planning a wedding from over 2000 kilometers (1400 miles) away has its challenges, but Kelly and Jarrod navigated this successfully with the help of Sunshine Coast wedding planners and stylists, CL Weddings & Events. Their beautiful ceremony was conducted at Hidden Grove by the lovely celebrant, Lynette Maguire, and their reception followed at Sails Restaurant.

Their simple elegant affair, punctuated with perfect weather of blue skies and sunshine, was captured beautifully by Katja Anton – AKA Weddings.

Kelly and Jarrod’s Hand-picked Team That Made It All Happen

Photographer: Katja Anton AKA Weddings

Wedding Planner and Stylist: CL Weddings & Events

Florist: Blooms of Noosa

Cake: Sunshine Coast Cakes

Makeup Artist: Pru Edwards

Hair Stylist: Hair By Nicola

Entertainment: Martini Club

Stationery Supplier: Deciduous Press

Gift registry: Peters of Kensington

Celebrant/Other Officiary: Lynette Maguire

Wedding Night Accommodation: Picture Point Terraces

“I wanted our wedding to be simple and elegant. The wedding planners from CL Weddings & Events were so helping with bringing the ‘theme’ together.“

“My dad drove me down the aisle on a Harley Davidson – his dream!“

“My bridesmaids were amazing throughout the planning – always offering to help and research things for me. Even up to the night before the wedding, when I still hadn’t planned any music for the ceremony. They were lifesavers and put a playlist together for me.”

“We wanted a relaxed and enjoyable feel for the day, nothing was too formal or serious. It represented us as a couple.“

Wedding Secrets Revealed

Biggest splurge: Bridal gown

Best bargain: The cake

Bridal gown: ‘Nicoletta’ by Fiorenza

Bridesmaid dresses: ‘Pixie’ in powder blue by George

Groom and groomsmens’ suit and shoes: IvyLeague

Rings: Blizzards Fine Jewellers

Number of guests: 80

Wedding budget: $40,000

“The zipper on my wedding dress broke! It didn’t phase me though, I got changed and continued to party the night away.“

“Without the financial assistance of our parents, we wouldn’t have been able to have such a beautiful wedding. We are so grateful!“

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Morning Wedding at Noosa Heads

admin — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:00:00 +0000

Ali and Adam met on a ski trip in France in 2007. Adam was travelling with his sister and brother and Ali was away solo, looking for something different that Christmas after turning 30. While they didn’t get together on this trip, they kept in touch and met up again in London the next year. They say their firm friendship is what makes them a great couple.

The pair dreamt of an Australian beach wedding in beautiful mid-morning light. For their Noosa wedding ceremony, they chose an incredibly beautiful spot at Casuarina Gardens, Noosa Heads, where there are also so many great spots to have idyllic photos taken. Like the ones we have here by AKA Weddings – Katja Anton Photography. We are definitely big fans!

After the ceremony and bridal party photos, Ali and Adam travelled in style to their restaurant wedding reception at Noosa River. Rickys River Bar + Restaurant was the absolute perfect waterfront wedding venue for this loved up couple and their 102 guests to enjoy amazing food and wine.

“We wanted a morning wedding to catch the best of a spring day and have the whole day and evening to celebrate.”

“When planning our wedding, we prioritised working together, keeping it true to our personalities, staying grounded!”

Wedding Secrets Revealed

Biggest splurge: Reception venue

Best money-saver: Using a local, family-run salon for hair and makeup

Bridal gown: Abbey Bridal

Accessories: Myer

Shoes: Alan Pinkus

Bridesmaid dresses: Forever New

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Myer

Groom’s suit and shoes: Studio Italia

DIY: Collection of bottles and jars for flowers and arrangement of reception flowers and invitations

Number of guests: 102

“For food we had tapas on arrival, then a two-course, modern Australian a la carte menu our guests were able to order from on the day. This was an important feature for us as we didn’t want the typical alternate drop chicken or steak. Our Guests said how great was to choose.“

“The reception venue had excellent food and great wine. Being able to offer fantastic food and drink was important to us.”

Ali & Adam’s Hand-picked Team That Made It All Happen

Photographer: AKA Weddings – Katja Anton Photography

Florist: Blooms of Noosa

Reception Venue + Catering: Rickys River Bar + Restaurant

Decorators: CL Weddings and Events

Cake: Cupcakes Cuisine

Transport: Limo: Noosa VIP Limousines Boat: Noosa Dream Boats Bus: Noosa Hinterland Tours and Charters

Makeup Artist: Sophie Maffina

Hair Stylist: River Terrace Hair Studio

Celebrant: Judy Brooks – Marriage Celebrant

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