What does a Wedding Coordinator Do? When I first started out about 6 years ago, a wedding coordinator was mainly someone that ran functions in a function centre also known as a function coordinator or manager. Things have come along way since then and weddings are no longer just in function centres but have branched…
The Seating Chart I often have our couples tell me what a pain in the bum it has been for them to work out who is sitting where especially if you have interesting family dynamics or large guest numbers. So, this blog is all about how to go about making up your seating plan So…
Choosing a Wedding DJ that will have your DFloor Rockin! A wedding DJ can make or break the DFloor at your wedding, so it’s super important to make sure you ask all the right questions and lock in the perfect DJ! The last thing you want is someone unqualified that will leave your guests less…
5 Reasons why you Don’t Need A Bridal Party First off, I am not poo-pooing our amazing couples that opt to have a bridal party, there are lots of benefits of having your besties by your side when you say you’re I do’s. But lately we are finding a lot of our couples are asking…
How to Write your Own Wedding Run Sheet? Whilst I feel leaving the experts, like your wedding planner or coordinator is best, as they are experienced in timing and details, the reality is that some couples don’t have the option but to DIY their own run sheet or timeline of the day if they don’t…
How the groom can prep for the big day! When it comes to pampering for a wedding, we automatically think of the bride. How she will style her hair, what colour her nails will be, we even wonder what the bridesmaids will be wearing. But what about the groom? It’s his day too, and should…
How to pick the perfect wedding venue! Choosing the right wedding venue that ticks all your boxes is the first step to your wedding. The overall flow and vibe of the day is most certainly dictated by your venue choice. Some vendors or styling ideas simply won’t work at some venues so it’s important to…
How much alcohol should you buy for your Wedding? We sat down recently to Jess from Henry Clive Caravan Bar to discuss all things wedding-drinks! She was a wealth of knowledge, so make sure you check out our podcast on this topic- it’s a much -asked question! Here are some tips from Henry Clive below to help…
Cocktail VS Sit Down Weddings There are so many options for weddings when it comes to what style of wedding you want to achieve. The more traditional sit down 3-course wedding is not the only food service option out there when it comes to weddings, other options include banquet service, buffet, bbq and canape/cocktail style.…
Styled Shoot – Rock the night! Mount Keira Scout Camp, such an undiscovered property for weddings, but has the most amazing bones and vibe and was the perfect base for our styled shoot, featuring a unique and unconventional wedding. Moody colour palette, guitar vibes and lots of fun! Amazing collab with a team of fantastic…
Styled Shoot- Worrowing Estate What a day, what a shoot! What a team! Working with some amazing vendors on this collaboration for Wed Shed, we played around on one of our fav south coast venues to style a ceremony and dinner space, plus their gorgeous wet weather shed. 250 acres of beauty and natural surroundings…
Styled Shoot- Seacliff House Gerringong The windiest day ever for this styled shoot but you would never know it from the absolute gold pics from Red Berry Photography. We work at the gorgeous Seacliff House, a tonne during wedding season and that stunner of a coastal view never ceases to amaze us, rolling hills and…
Important Things to Consider When Having a Beach Ceremony Beach ceremonies are super popular, especially over the warmer months in Australia, everyone loves the beach! Here are some important things to think about when deciding if a beach ceremony is for you, and tips for how to host your ceremony on the beach. Noise Being…
Should I DIY My Wedding Flowers? To DIY or not DIY that is the question….! Many of our brides consider saving on costs or being a bit creative by DIY their own wedding flowers, there are a few things to think about if looking to go down this path and we cover a few in…
5 Expert Tips for Planning your Wedding 1. Establish early on the ‘Feel’ You want for your Wedding Everyone has a different idea (as do some couples!) what they might like for their wedding. By jotting down what sort of feel you want, maybe the things you loved or disliked about weddings you have been…
What to Pack in your Wedding Day Event Kit For the weddings we coordinate we bring along our amazing event kit, filled with everything we might need to troubleshoot, fix, glue or plug in at a wedding. It weighs an absolute tonne but its pure gold when it comes to the realities of what crops…
The Top 5 Things Forgotten at A DIY Wedding The week before your wedding can be a stressful and busy time, suppliers are needing last minute queries answered, the venue may be ringing to confirm your guest numbers, the family is arriving, things need to be picked up and dropped off and it’s all a…
Unique and Interesting Arbours Everything is changing in the world of ceremony styling. Gone are the traditional arbours and only 1 or 2 choices, and IN are a whole range of unique and interesting arbours to choose from. With the ever-evolving stream of inspiration from Pinterest and Instagram, means that local hire companies and stylists…