Pin Board: Bride and Bridesmaid Makeup

13th January 2015

Looking for some beeyootiful inspiration for your bridal beauty? Look no further than this pin board full of inspiring makeup designs for brides and bridesmaids.  All of these looks are from the Sunshine Coast makeup artists from Boudoir Blush. If you like what you see, click on the caption to be taken to their website. 

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Real Wedding: Anjela + Brad’s Twin Waters Wedding

12th January 2015

  The thing I love about Matt Rowe Photography is that no matter how many weddings we see come out of any popular Sunshine Coast wedding venue, he always finds a unique angle. Believe me, we cannot say the same of every wedding photographer, and that gift is invaluable.  Anjela and Brad were so taken with Matt’s talents, they commissioned him to capture their big day at Novotel Twin Waters Resort. The venue was chosen with the idea of having a destination wedding weekend away, so all their family and friends could spend some time together, getting to know one another. They particularly…

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Fun and Fancy Flower Girl Dresses

11th January 2015

There is a special kind of joy in seeing pretty little flowergirls at a wedding. Mostly because you can see the unbridled joy in their faces at being part of the occasion, being pampered and all dressed up in their finest attire. They look up at the bride and know they have never seen anyone more beautiful, and hope one day they will look as beautiful on their own wedding day.  Then they look down and see their own fun and fancy frock, and can’t believe they actually own something so beautiful. They can’t believe they can actually feel this…

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Weekly Round Up

9th January 2015

Just in case you missed it…  Kicking off the year, I let you in on some of our big plans for this here blog in 2015 and shared some info on one very exciting upcoming Sunshine Coast wedding industry event.  I love different wedding traditions from all over the world and sharing them with you. Las Arras is a Latin American wedding tradition you need to know about.  Bringing sexy back in a beautiful subtle fashion. I shared some gorgeous wedding lingerie I'm obsessed with.  Finishing off the week, I thought it was a good idea for all our new…

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Every Bride Needs a Dirty Long Checklist

8th January 2015

There’s a lot to do when planning your wedding, of course. But let’s face it. We just love a good check list for poring over at any given opportunity. Smugly reading out the things we’ve successfully completed to anyone who will listen, and making a meal of checking them each off with our favourite pen with a flourish. Then there is the joy to be had in reading out all the things we have left to complete. It ilicits much empathy/admiration, and is a thoroughly satisfactory time pursuit.  Yes, we know you too well, lovely Sunshine Coast brides! So we…

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Madonna Bain Eco Intimates

6th January 2015

On your wedding night, you want to feel sexy in your own way. Wedding night lingerie is not all corsets and garters. You can wear a sweet, simple cotton bra and briefs set or a cute pair of pjs. There’s no rules, ladies. Heck, bust out a romper if the fancy takes you. I’ll have you know, rompers are extremely sexy.  You know what else is sexy? Environmentally friendly garments, yo! Madonna Bain Eco Intimates are crafted from super soft eco-friendly textiles and speak to the fuss-free bride who knows sexy can be understated and organic.  Loving on these beautiful…

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Latin American Wedding Custom: Las Arras

5th January 2015

There are many customs and traditions you can include in your wedding ceremony, which can be really beautiful. The one we are sharing today may at first seem a little old fashioned in its principles, but we are fans of tradition here at The Bride’s Tree, it’s romantic and, in this case, a little bit chivalrous.  This tradition is a little fuzzy, but it’s one we like. During a religious wedding ceremony, the groom will present a pouch or ornate box with 13 coins inside. The priest or other religious ordained officiant will bless the coins before then allowing the…

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Welcome Back + Sunshine Coast Bridal Showcase 2015

4th January 2015

Welcome back, beautiful brides! I know we will have some brand-spanking new brides-to-be in our midst. With the Season of Joy, we always see some extra fun joy occur in the form of marriage proposals, which we LOVE. So if you are joining us for the first time, let me first say welcome. I’m Sally, editor of this here bridal blog, and I will be your wedding planning guide. Are you ready? Please keep up, we have a lot to cover.  Let me second say, you’re in for a darn exciting time, my new pals. However long you plan to…

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Happy Holidays from The Bride’s Tree

22nd December 2014

It is time for us to sign off for another year. Wow, hasn't it been a simply wonderful year of glorious Sunshine Coast wedding inspiration! We have adored every minute, bringing you the very best this region has to offer. If you weren't already aware, let me just let you in on a little secret: the Sunshine Coast is a hub for weddings. It is not only a popular South-East Queensland wedding destination, it's one of the highest grossing region for weddings anywhere in Australia. It is up in the top wedding destinations in Australia, and people from all over…

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Styled Shoot: Vintage Picnic Wedding

21st December 2014

A glamourous couple find a little hideaway in beautiful botanic surrounds for a lover’s picnic wedding. This inspiration shoot features gorgeous vintage-inspired furniture and decor and very pretty floral designs.  View the whole shoot in all its pretty vintage glory in this here pin board.  The Dream Team Photographer: Marion Jonkers Photography Stylist: Coast to Country Weddings and Events Suit: Suits Direct Florist: Poppy Lane Flowers by Design Venue: Maleny Botanic Gardens / Hair: Hair by Kisha / Gown: Marilyn Crystelle / Transport: The Range Wedding Cars /  Makeup: Powder Me Makeup / Catering + picnic styling: Love My Food / Invitations: Hollybird invitations and…

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Hi, I’m Sally, Founder and Editor of The Bride’s Tree. Over the past 13 years I’ve written thousands of articles about all things wedding from tips and trends to etiquette and ideas. On this blog I bring you the best of Sunshine Coast and Brisbane weddings.