Melbourne Wedding & Bride

Immerse yourself in almost 400 pages of unmissable wedding advice from Melbourne’s esteemed wedding suppliers. Brimming with more than sixty pages of incredible bridal fashion, alongside mouth-watering cakes and floral arrangements to inspire, this winter wonderland edition pays homage to the dedicated suppliers who bring such celebrations to life. From countless iconic displays of love in the chapter of Real Weddings, to choosing the perfect ballroom venue and writing those all-important vows – it’s the bridal guide you need alongside you, as you prepare for the celebration of a lifetime.

EDITOR’S LETTER

Melbourne Wedding & Bride

BRIDAL NEWS • From new showrooms to exquisite offerings,, here’s an insight into the happenings of the local wedding industry.

THE ROAD TO HAPPILY EVER AFTER • We all know that planning your wedding is both an exhilarating and sometimes daunting journey. Wedding shopping, in particular, can be quite a thrilling task, with every decision helping shape the celebration of your love story. The Sydney Road Brunswick precinct is an iconic destination for all things bridal, creating happily ever afters since the 1980s. From its humble beginnings with select boutiques to the wedding wonderland that it is today, this precinct has everything to make your wedding shopping experience a joyful one.

A Fairytale View TO SAY I DO • Marriage is a magical, breathtaking experience. Struck by Cupid’s arrow, you will find yourself overcome with love, eager to ensure that your wedding is the best it can be. If your heart is set on a dreamy, picturesque wedding but you are unsure on where to begin, starting with the venue is a key first step. Melbourne Wedding & Bride’s Josephine Day speaks with Parnassus Function Centre’s owners, Tracy Reed and Rhys Morgan, and manager, Dannielle Peta, about how their venue has created countless memorable moments for couples over the past decade.

From River to Romance

REAL WEDDINGS • These eight newlyweds recount their love stories and share tips and tricks about what made their day truly extraordinary.

Crowned In couture • Here comes the bride, all dressed in… white? Blush? Ivory? There is such a litany of options when it comes to wedding dresses that it is hard not to feel overwhelmed, not to mention overcoming the crippling fear of not finding ‘the one’. Bridal stores offer affordable, ready-to-wear options, however, you may find that you are limited in customisation options and miss that personal touch that some brides crave. Enter the world of couture, where exclusivity, personalisation and uniqueness shine. Here, Emily Axford from Melbourne Wedding & Bride sits down with Elide Valente, owner of Bonita Couture, to delve deeper into the world of couture dressmaking and discuss the expertise she has garnered over her forty years in the industry.

Nestled In Nature • Surrounded by rolling hills and flourishing greenery the bride adorns refined and tasteful gowns that are the latest in bridal fashion. Embodying confidence and grace, she follows her heart to her happily ever after.

NAIL YOUR look • Transform your bridal look with exquisite wedding nails that reflect your unique style—because every detail deserves to shine on your unforgettable day!

love among the lavender • Among the buzzing bees, lush lavender and rejuvenated vines, the modern bride is the epitome of elegance and grace with a touch of fun. Wearing the latest bridal fashion, see her bask in the sunlight and shine from head to toe, embodying a picture-perfect wedding day.

IF THE shoes FITS • Step into your fairy tale with our enchanting collection of bridal shoes, where every pair is fit for a modern-day Cinderella.

Tuff love • It’s no question that rings are a powerful symbol of marriage and commitment. Their circular shape represents...