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’.
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A Lasting Legacy • Reaching a milestone as significant as sixty years is a rare and remarkable achievement – one truly worth celebrating. Soklich & Co. is proudly marking six decades in the jewellery industry where the team has turned countless fairytales into reality and crafted pieces that capture moments of joy, laughter and endless happy tears. In honour of this incredible legacy, join Western Australia Wedding & Bride’s Josephine Day as she takes a walk down memory lane with Lexie Soklich, director of Soklich & Co. to explore its timeless story and discover the exciting new era that lies ahead.
A VISION IN COLLABORATION
LOVE GONE WILD • When most people think of wedding venues, a zoo might not be the first location that comes to mind. But at Perth Zoo, love is truly in the air and nature is part of the magic. Just minutes from the heart of the city, Perth Zoo offers a unique blend of lush botanical gardens, exotic wildlife and a touch of wild romance that’s hard to find anywhere else. Western Australia Wedding & Bride’s Jessica Muller sits down with Nichole Shervington, the wedding coordinator at Perth Zoo, to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to tie the knot nestled among lush gardens and the ambient sounds of wildlife.
DESIGNED TO LAST A LIFETIME • Every love story deserves a symbol – something lasting, personal and as enduring as the bond it represents. When it comes to timeless beauty, few things shine brighter than Australian gold. Western Australia Wedding + Bride’s Hannah McDonald sits down with Michael Falocco, FGAA, specialist and designer jewellery retailer at The Perth Mint, to discuss its premier jewellery services – celebrating timelessness, craftsmanship and storytelling, and leading couples to the piece that is truly ‘mint’ to be.
a breath of fresh air • A wedding is a symbol that embodies the unique love shared between you and your favourite person. It’s a deeply personal milestone, and the venue should do more than simply host the day – it should reflect the essence of your relationship, capturing the emotion, beauty and meaning behind every moment. Join Western Australia Wedding & Bride’s Hannah McDonald as she sits down with Belinda Gertig, conference and events manager at Tradewinds Hotel, to discuss how personalised touches, scenic surroundings and warm hospitality make a truly one-of-a-kind wedding.
REAL WEDDINGS • These nine newlyweds recount their love stories and share tips and tricks about what made their day truly extraordinary.
Salt-Kissed silhouettes • For the gown you’ll wear as you walk down the aisle to begin the adventure of a lifetime, the ocean and its coastline offer endless inspiration. The steady rhythm of the tides, the soft embrace of the sea breeze, the endurance to withstand any storm – why not let the romance of the coast inspire the gown for your beachside wedding? Join Western Australia Wedding & Bride’s Hannah McDonald as she teams up with Sophie Linardopoulos, owner of Zolotas Bridal, to explore the new wave of coastal bridal fashion that’s making a splash in today’s wedding landscape.
THE BRIDAL SHOWER EDIT • Celebrate your bridal shower in style with sweet,...