Western Australia Wedding & Bride

Explore 300 pages of incredible advice from Western Australia’s top wedding suppliers. Bridal consultants weigh in on the roaring 2020s decade of bridal fashion ahead, alongside more than forty pages of stellar gowns from picturesque fashion shoots. Get to know the catalyst for a career in weddings for four trusted suppliers, and immerse yourself in a heart-warming chapter of Real Weddings – each couple with a unique love story and wedding to inspire. From putting a pop-up wedding together to a sublime destination wedding, it’s the perfect read before those all important words, ‘I do’.

EDITOR’S Letter

Western Australia Wedding & Bride

Bridal NEWS • From upcoming events to much-anticipated store openings, here’s an insight into the happenings of the local wedding industry.

The Decisive Moment • Dubbed with the incredibly important role of preserving and eternalising one of the most pivotal days in a couple’s life, the photographer standing proudly behind the lens of your wedding can be likened to an author of sorts, crafting the untold words behind your love story, and capturing moments of pure, fleeting magic in an unforgettable series of images. To talk all things instinct, intuition and to unpack the notion of ‘The Decisive Moment’, Bethany Hayes sits down with Simone Harris – owner and lead photographer at Simone Harris Photography.

Come Caveside • From the dress code and decorations to the menu and music, the opportunities for statement-making are endless when it comes to your wedding celebration. Choosing an extraordinary venue is no exception, with unconventional locations like historic caves being transformed into the perfect, awe-inspiring backdrop for couples’ big days. Here, Western Australia Wedding & Bride writer Penny Robinson explores the ins and outs of cave celebrations with Amy Villanova, functions and events manager at Yanchep Inn.

Five MINUTES WITH… • They’re the backbone behind any wedding and these two experts have dedicated their careers to curating the ultimate celebration that ticks every one of your boxes. Here, writer Bethany Hayes spends a candid five minutes with two of Western Australia’s trusted wedding vendors, learning everything from the inspiration that gets them up in the morning to the last meal they’d have on earth.

Real WEDDINGS • Each one unique, sixteen newlywed couples share their love stories and reveal their planning secrets.

Vintage In Vogue • For the true romantic, choosing a gown that incorporates a touch of vintage adds a sentimentality to your wedding day that is simply unparalleled. Whether it be a true antique, or a style of gown that resembles a bygone era, a vintage influenced wedding ensemble offers both charm and whimsy and promises a unique representation of your inner beauty. Lucy Wadelton speaks with owner and director of Zolotas Australia, Sophie Linardopoulos, to discuss the unforgettable wedding dress designs that give a nod to the past.

WHERE The City Meets The Sea • WITH BILLOWING WIND-SWEPT GOWNS AND SPARKLING SUNSHINE, THE MODERN COUPLE CAST THEIR LOVE OUT TO SEA – TOGETHER TRAVERSING THROUGH SOARING HIGH BUILDINGS AND REVELLING IN PURE HOTEL OPULENCE.

SECLUDED Paradise • High atop the rugged, sandy dunes, the bold bride showcases decadent designs and elusive details. At just one glance, you’ll be left spellbound…

Away in THE CLOUDS • Drift away on a cloud with the help of this decadent display of nightwear fit for a queen. With mesmerising details and the sensuality of silk promising ultimate comfort, each ensemble is unforgettable to say the least.

Unconventional Elegance • For many, the sleek, traditional look of a diamond solitaire ring is a perfect choice for an engagement ring. But one size does not fit all – and in a world of increasing boutique and bespoke...