At West Coast Weddings we know how excited couples are just after their Big Day and they want to share that excitement on Social Media just as soon as they can - announcing they are now MR and MRS! https://video.wixstatic.com/video/7a4f65_359967b807704677acea5549c028d4d5/1080p/mp4/file.mp4 So within 24 - 48 hours I have some Sneak Peak photos ready for them (in this case I've put it into a little reel for them as well as the individual photos) , and within 3 days Vince has their "Trailer Video" ready for them to share with the world! EXCITING ..read more

Register for Gifts - this is a job for you and your finance to do together! You want to build a life and home together so you both have a stake in this. Depending if you are already living together or not, and how much you already have in the way of “essentials” between you, your list might not be for the basic stuff like sheets, towels, pots and pans etc. You can do this formally at certain stores where you pick out the exact items you would like, (usually across a range of prices) or you might just make your own list and have a family member be the contact person for guests who would like s ..read more

We absolutely love shooting at ,Buckland Estate, and the team there (Russell, Di and entourage) combined with the awesome staff of ,Confettii & Co (Sarah, Holly and Laura and all the girls!) put on another fabulous Wedding Open Day. The sun was out and the excited couples were flocking force to check out this unique venue and of course all the talented and creative vendors exhibiting by invitation - so you know you can't go wrong when it's the best of the best there! I won't be able to go through the whole list of all the hand chosen vendors who attended - so sorry for those I miss. To ..read more

Start Dance Lessons for First Dance - not many couples can put on a floorshow for their first dance, and most feel a bit intimidated - so why not head this off at the pass and take a few dance lessons. They can be private lessons if you are shy and some dance studios will customised choreography just for you and your wedding song. Some people even include their bridal party in these lessons so they can all get on the dance floor and wow the crowd! Research Wedding Invitations and other Stationary Suites, which can include things like RSVP Cards & Envelopes, Details Card, Place Cards, Menu ..read more

MAY 13, 2023 Shannen & Jack Brookleigh Estate Wedding What a hectic, but EXCELLENT day, we had with Shannen and Jack as they finally became newlyweds in their uniquely themed Gothic Celestial Wedding! This couple thrive on being chilled, laid back and relaxed and let nothing really phase them! Shannen tells me she is not at all keen on being touchy-feely, or having lots of people around, and her favourite phrase is “CRINGE!” So as Queen for the day - you have got to give her credit!! A very unique and fun couple! A lot of the elements of their wedding were DIY by the bridal couple (fami ..read more

Nov 12, 2022 Josie and Chris Mardella Meadows Wedding This lovely couple have literally been through fire and flood in their journey to become husband and wife. Josie had waited so long for Chris to propose and she had very definite ideas about how she wanted her wedding to be, and the kind of photography and videography she wanted to capture it. She told me “I’m only doing this once so I want it all!” She first saw us at a wedding expo and loved what she saw in our Wall Art and Albums, but we were busy chatting to other people, so she looped around to other stalls and came back to our exhibi ..read more

Start to research the other essential Vendors you will need - eg Catering and Drinks (if venue not providing), Florist, Musician/DJ, Cars, Cake Artist etc. ,Finding Your Perfect Wedding Vendor Is As Easy As 1,2,3! and ,VENDORS WE LOVE If you can attend an Expo or Open Day this is a great way to find people and be able to compare and contrast the wide variety of offerings. Where food and drink is concerned always try to organise a tasting in advance before deciding on any menus, wines etc. You don’t have to have your dream bouquet, wedding cake or favourite playlist of songs at the ready at th ..read more

Time to Say YES TO THE DRESS!!! If you are having a civil ceremony decide on the right Celebrant for your wedding - check their availability and ask if they include a rehearsal (also check that this can be done at the time your wedding will actually happen - this is essential to checking out the lighting for your photography and videography). Ask about the types of ceremonies they offer - can you write your own vows? Do they include things like a signing table, PA system etc. Book the one you feel comfortable with as the person who will marry you. Say YES to the DRESS! Start shopping for your ..read more

Nov 5, 2022 Bernadette and Phil Church & Hilton Wedding What an “Epic Day” we had with Bernadette and Phil as they finally became newlyweds! The Bride’s mother, Mary, was their wedding planner who made sure everything was picture perfect! Their day included lots of travel from the Church, to sentimental locations for portraits and onto the Parmelia Hilton for a huge celebration in the Argyle Ballroom that ran well into the wee hours of the morning. Surrounded by the love of family and friends who travelled far and wide to be there they made a spectacular entrance to indoor fireworks by As ..read more

So what’s all the fuss about the wedding veil and is it still relevant for today's bride? The veil dates way back to when bride’s were untouched, pristine, virginal maidens being wrapped up, with their faces hidden and delivered for “arranged”marriages. The veil also was thought to hide and protect her from any evil spirits that might try to cause her harm or unhappiness. Today the veil is the oldest and ultimate wedding dress accessory and may or may not have a “blusher” veil that hides the face. Veils are usually made of tulle (course open weave through to silky fineness), but can also be ..read more