Couture on the Coast

1st July 2012

We know what you're thinking. You want the dress of all dresses, the one that fits you like a glove, a unique design unseen before. I hate to tell you this, but you're describing a couture wedding gown. A specially-designed dress that's yours and yours alone. Made just for you to your measurements to perfectly compliment your own frame and have everything you always wanted in a wedding gown. It's going to cost an arm and a leg, right? And of course this is not something you can have here on the Sunshine Coast, right? Wrong! Now, here's something I…

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Makeup Design of the Week

30th June 2012

Sunshine Coast brides love flawless, radiant skin on their wedding day. I would have to agree that Angela here got just that for her wedding day, thanks to Sunshine Coast wedding Makeup Artist, Allure Hair and Beauty Spa. Angela has some seriously stunning baby blues, so this pretty makeup design places a little emphasis on the eyes, complimented by softly blushing cheeks and a nude pallette. Perfect for a Sunshine Coast hinterland wedding at Maleny Manor. Photo by Chesterton Smith Photography.

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Photo of the Week

29th June 2012

I really adore a man in a black skinny tie. There is something classic, romantic and ultra stylish about the black suit, crisp white shirt and the simplicity of the black skinny tie. I think with weddings, it's particularly lovely, because the black compliments the white of the wedding dress and allows the bride to shine. And boy, does this bride shine in her tulle skirt of her wedding dress! Love it! To me, this photo is a real celebration. The groom is ecstatic with his beautiful bride, the bride herself is blissfully satisfied and at peace with her new…

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Beautiful Blooms to Brighten Any Day

28th June 2012

There is nothing like a Noosa wedding. Even through miserable rain, a Noosa bride will always be radiant, cherishing every moment of her wedding day. Just take a look at the lovely Jana, who married her sweetheart at Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa and followed the wet weather ceremony plan with a delightful reception at Bistro C. One thing that undoubtedly always brightens the rainiest of wedding days is beautiful fresh flowers by a brilliant Sunshine Coast florist, like Blooms of Noosa. Just take a look at these beauties they created for Jana! The bouquets and centrepieces were comprised of white hydrangea,…

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Cake Cutting Songs

27th June 2012

Continuing with our musical theme from yesterday, today we have a fantastic contribution from Wayne Wiltshire Entertainer, who really thinks outside the box when it comes to wedding song selections. Wayne really knows his stuff when it comes to wedding music and the way you can make choices that reflect your relationship, personality, and the kind of wedding you want to have. Today he shares some awesome ideas for the song you could have playing when you cut your wedding cake at your reception. It's the height of the celebration – the cutting of the cake as one with your new husband….

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How to Choose Your Wedding Ceremony Music

26th June 2012

Choosing Wedding Ceremony Music For Your Sunshine Coast Wedding Guest blog post by Fiona Roberts, awesome wedding celebrant of Celebrate with Fiona Personalising your music selections is one of the ways you can make your ceremony your own. Music is one of the most important components of your ceremony because it sets the mood for your special day. If playing a version of “Here Comes the Bride” isn’t your style, choosing something more contemporary or personal is perfectly appropriate. Choosing your selections In general, a wedding ceremony has five main pieces to choose selections for: Prelude: Played for 15 minutes…

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Makeup Design of the Week

23rd June 2012

Ooh, we love a unique wedding theme, so this vintage/bohemian Sunshine Coast bride is right up our alley! And this wedding day makeup by Sunshine Coast wedding Makeup Artist, Natalie Hunter Makeup Artist… devine!   Natalie has designed a soft frosty eye makeup with a hint of peachy pink hue and a very light brown in the sockets. She applied a very soft peachy pink shimmery cheek with a glossy peachy pink lip. As with every bride, the main aim was for the base to be absolutely flawless without looking too heavy. Mission accomplished!   These stunning images are by the super talented Robeccer at Adori…

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Hi, I’m Sally, Founder and Editor of The Bride’s Tree. Over the past 13 years I’ve written thousands of articles about all things wedding from tips and trends to etiquette and ideas. On this blog I bring you the best of Sunshine Coast and Brisbane weddings.