If you are looking for ways to make your wedding ceremony special, you may like to include a tradition or custom like this very popular one. The Unity candle is a large (usually white) candle, which is often wrapped in paper etched with the names of the bridal couple and the date of their wedding. The tradition is practiced in many western countries – Australia certainly being one of them. It typically goes down like this: a member from each side of the family (usually a parent, sibling or close relative) lights a taper candle at the beginning of the…

Why not? Such a simple phrase, and one that could be, (along with a group of well-meaning friends), the catalyst for many a young couple ending up right where Tom and Kelly now are.  Every bride I interview for our real wedding blog posts is asked how they met their husband, and I have to say it's my favourite part. It's what I ask first, and I absolutely thrill at hearing the stories of how two people, who came to love each other enough to want to be together forever and ever, first encountered one another.  This particular story really…

There is something really special about this photo by Lindy Photography. The beautiful bride's lace veil and intricately designed dress are spectacularly photographed by this awesome Sunshine Coast wedding photographer. We love how Lindy has captured the serene look on the bride's face. No nerves walking down the aisle for this bride, that's for sure! The composition and lighting in this photograph is to die for. Of course, this is to be expected when we're talking about Lindy Photography, who has been photographing weddings from Noosa to Caloundra and beyond for a good many years. Lindy brings a wealth of knowledge…

The Bride's Tree's Jenny finally got to do something she has been talking about for gazonkers – visit the amazing Ikatan Day Spa in Noosa, and here is what she had to say of her experience…  "When I arrived at Ikatan Day Spa, Noosa, I could hear the most relaxing music being played and then when I approached reception, I was greeted by one of the loveliest receptionist’s ever.  She sat me down and gave me a glass of Strawberry & Creams tea, which was DIVINE!  Honestly, I feel like my Ikatan Spa experience could have ended there and I…

Argh! I'm engaged! How am I going to get my skin in order before the date of my Sunshine Coast wedding? Is it too late to start now? What if I make it worse?  Never fear, Sally Townsend Makeup Artistry is here. Sally's whole job is to make the bride look like her most beautiful self on her wedding day, so she highly recommends making sure your skin is in order well before the big day. Sally has offered up her favourite basic skin care practices, which she recommends to all of her brides.   IT'S WHAT YOU PUT IN …

  We have been experiencing a bit of dreariness across the Sunshine Coast lately. Certainly not living up to our name weather-wise! So The Bride's Tree team decided to bring a bit of sunny your way in the form of this gorgeous yellow inspiration board for your Sunshine Coast wedding. Varying shades in one colour scheme work brilliantlly with yellow, in fact it actually works a lot better than a perfectly matching pallette. Complimentary colours are bold or deep purples with cream to fold in a vintage feel, or bright yellow with a pretty sky blue and bright white (as…

  Your first love may not end up being the man you marry. However, he may be responsible for you meeting the man you marry, as was the case with Tammy and Mark. Who would have known that quiet, well-mannered, mysterious fellow she met 11 years ago would end up being the love of her life? Tammy says she had a crush on tall, dark and handsome Mark from day one, but it was not until many years later that she found out the feeling was mutual. Their contrasting personalities work splendidly together with Tammy’s bright and bubbly ying complimenting…

Welcome to our very first Film of the Week! As you may already be aware, I post a Photo of the Week each Saturday, which features Sunshine Coast wedding photography at its very best. Now, I believe wedding cinematography will be equally as valuable to you and your husband (children, grandchildren….) as years go on, so this concept was born.  These days, many wedding cinematography packages include the editing of a "highlights film." This is simply a short, usually three to five-minute film, showing a snapshot, if you will, of the day itself. Gone are the days of wind-blown videocam…

Talent comes in spades for this Sunshine Coast wedding photographer. Tanya Chesterton Smith has been photographing weddings for over ten years, and looking at her beautiful photos it is evident she has not lost an ounce of enthusiasm for her job. If you ever get the chance to meet her, you will see the love for what she does in her eyes, and feel the genuine warmth and caring for the people whose day she is a part of.  All of Tanya's work is amazing, but I'm sharing this particular photo with you as photo of the week, because the…

If it's a fuss-free occasion where everything is taken care of that interests you for your Sunshine Coast wedding, we may just have the venue for you. The Twin Waters Golf Club offers all-inclusive packages for both your ceremony and reception.  We visited the golf club, and we were impressed not only with the grounds themselves, which are truly superb, but the staff as well. This team of experienced professionals have a great attitude when it comes to planning weddings with brides. They say their main aim is to get the right package to fit the budget, but also to…