We are more than a little bit in love with the latest range from Sunshine Coast-based Shut the Front Door, creator of bespoke wedding fascinators and bridal accessories. The ‘Flight of Fantasy‘ range certainly has us feeling like we have taken off to a whimsical world of almost unspeakable beauty. I said almost… so let’s now speak of it.  The finest silks, Swarovski crystals, French laces with unique individual embellishments are combined to create thoughtful hand-crafted designs. All of the items in this collection are hand made to order, and Heidi, the clever lady behind these little pieces of heaven…

Ooh, brides, do we have a treat for you today! One of our fave photographers, Andrea Sproxton, has shot the recently launched 2013 Elizabeth De Varga Couture Collections and Studio Collections, and they are ahmayzing!  You can see the love and care that goes into each and every gown, and I personally have seen this process first hand in their Sunshine Coast-based workshop, where you can view their new range in their showroom next door by appointment, or in their flagship store in Brisbane.  Enjoy these amazing images, taken at Maleny Manor and The Beauty Academy by Andrea Sproxton Photography The new…

Last week we brought you a fine selection of bridal upstyles for blondes, so today we thought we had better do the brunette brides a solid and show you some gorgeous styles for our dark-haired beauties as well.  There is nothing more elegant than glossy locks expertly curled, twisted, braided and pinned atop a bride’s crown for her wedding day. Whether it be a high structured bun, a low chignon, or some cascading curls pulled to the side for a striking asymmetrical style, each of these pretty bridal hair styles has their place in a Sunshine Coast wedding. We love…

Recently one of our fave ever creative people showcased her incredibly gorgeous bridal accessories at vintage wedding and events fair, A Darling Affair, held on the Sunshine Coast. Heidi from Shut the front door imagines up some seriously stunning vintage-inspired bespoke designs any bride would feel a million bucks in.  Take a peek at the photos taken at the fair's fashion show by Hann's on Photography.  Peek-a-boo Fascinators Edelweiss Fascinator Kamilla wears Pearly Queen wreath Tatiana wears the Hydrangea Fascinator Florence Fascinator The incredible Lincoln top hat!   Shoot Credits Accessories: Shut the front door Make-up: Luna makeup and beauty, Coulture Makeup Artistry Hair: Altered…

Look at these fanciful lovelies! These bridal hair accessories and fascinators were created by designer, Heidi, of Shut the Front Door. Heidi is a talented interior designer and accessories designer, who loves bringing the old and new together in unique and memorable designs. Heidi’s handmade designs blur the boundary between past and present, drawing vintage styles gently into modern times. This weekend, you have the opportunities to get your hands on one of Heidi’s lovelies, or even commission a bespoke piece you have in mind. Come along to A Darling Affair at The Big Pineapple tomorrow to say hi-de-ho to Heidi…