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Wedding Trends That Will Take Over 2022

After the global halt of traditional weddings in 2020, and the slow reintroduction of smaller celebrations in 2021, many couples are looking forward to being able to celebrating their big […]

Why Instant Cameras Are A Great Addition To Your Wedding Ceremony

You can spend an eternity deciding how to transform your wedding into a unique, one-of-a-kind event for you and your guests. From epic locations to matching floral arrangements, there is […]

Wedding Traditions – Why Brides Carry A Bouquet

We are here to tell you about the history and reasoning behind one of our favourite wedding traditions – the beautiful bridal bouquet!

The Wedding Trends Taking Over 2021

From subtle styling to health and safety, classic tones to clever decor, here are all the wedding trends you’ll be seeing in 2021!

Considering An Elopement? Here’s The Guide!

Keen on the idea of eloping instead of dealing with the fuss of a traditional wedding? Here’s our guide on how to have the perfect, low-key elopement.

The A-Z Of Wedding Dress Codes

Finding the right outfit to wear to a wedding can be tricky. We’ve broken down the most common wedding dress codes to help you out!

Wedding Treats: All About Donuts!

Delicious, delightful and super stylish…Ditch tradition and hop on the latest dessert trend with these adorable wedding donuts!

Wedding Entertainment That Is Covid Safe

No dancing? No worries! Your guests are sure to be delighted with these wedding entertainment ideas that are seriously COVID safe.

Something Blue: Bridal Face Mask Edition

Adding a blue bridal face mask to your wedding day look is a quirky way to incorporate the ‘something blue’ tradition into your wedding day look.

Instagram Pages To Inspire Your Bridal Look

Whether your style is traditional, luxurious or elegant, these Instagram pages will help you get inspired and narrow down your bridal look!

Delicious Delights You’ll Want On Your Wedding Menu

While we’ve had to say goodbye to buffet-style meals for a while, read on and discover the most delicious delights to inspire your wedding dinner menu.

Bridal Face Masks That Will Keep You Safe (And Stylish!) At Your Wedding

Ditch surgical masks and opt for something a little more striking. We’ve rounded up the prettiest bridal face masks that will keep you safe at your wedding!

Creative DIY Wedding Favours For The Crafty Bride

With everyone spending more time at home, now is the perfect time to put your craft skills to the test. Here are the most creative DIY wedding favour ideas!

Proof That Animals Are The Best Wedding Guests

Check out some of our favourite animal wedding guests that are too adorable for this world! Be prepared for some serious cuteness…

Light Up Your Wedding With These Dreamy Décor Ideas

Want to make your wedding shine? One of the best ways to add a little sparkle to your big day is incorporating lights into your wedding décor. Think delicate strings of fairy lights, soft flickering candles or dramatic exposed lightbulbs. Whatever your wedding theme is, there is a wedding lighting décor to suit your style!

The Styling Inspiration You Need From Anna Wang

Anna Wang and the team shared some of their favourite real weddings with us and WOW! This is the styling inspiration you’ve been waiting for…

Tips for Hosting an Alcohol-Free Wedding

Whatever your reason is, check out our guide below on how you can make your alcohol-free wedding spectacular for you and your guests

Daniella and Joseph’s Glamorous Fairytale

Inspired by their love of Disney, Daniella and Joseph said ‘I do’ with the most glamorous and romantic fairytale celebration!

Our Top 10 Decor Ideas For A Boho Wedding

Embrace the bohemian style fully with colourful textiles and rustic hues, and take some inspiration from our top 10 boho wedding decor ideas!

The Benefits Of Getting Married On A Weekday

Whether it’s saving some cash or having amore intimate ceremony, there are plenty of benefits to a weekday wedding. Check them out here…

10 Perks Of A Winter Wedding

If you’re wanting to be a bit different, then why not have a dreamy winter wedding! Check out our favourite winter wedding perks

How To Host An Intimate Wedding Celebration

A huge wedding isn’t right for every couple, more couples are choosing smaller nuptials. Hosting an intimate wedding celebration could be perfect for you…

13 Wedding Tablescapes We Are Madly In Love With

Blooms and layering your pieces can complement your vision perfectly. Make a stylish statement with these 13 tablescapes we love

The Phenomenal And Unique Styling Of Philip Carr

Philip Carr is one of the wedding industry’s most renowned and incredible stylists, always creates the most majestic and unique events

How To Create A Wedding Hashtag

A custom hashtag is so much fun and it’s the perfect way to connect all of your wedding guests! Check out our tips for how to create your wedding hashtag.

How To Bring Bold Colours To Your Wedding Day

It’s a timeless way to style your big day…check out some of our favourite ideas for how you can bring bold colours to your big day.

How To Keep Your Wedding Environmentally Friendly

With these tips and tricks, you can ensure you have a ‘green’ wedding. Check out how to keep your wedding environmentally friendly!

Earthy And Neutral Tones Are Officially On-Trend!

On the hunt for the perfect modern colour palette? We are totally obsessed with warm hues, earthy colours and neutral tones!

How To Include Pets In Your Wedding Day

Pets are a extremely important part of our lives, so why not include them in your wedding day? Here are some tips on how to include pets in your wedding.

The Fabulous Floral Instagram Pages You Need To Follow

We’ve curated the ultimate list of fabulous floral Instagram pages you need to follow so you can get all the inspiration you need. You’re welcome!

Arbour Goals – The Best Wedding Arches Out There

The modern arbour is a big focus of a wedding ceremony and provides a beautiful frame for wedding photos. Here are a few of our favourite wedding arches!

Sydney Wedding Venues That Are Trending Right Now

We’ve compiled a list of the most talked-about and trendy wedding venues in Sydney to help you pick the perfect spot for your special day!

Grace Loves Lace Are Reinventing Tradition With Their Latest Designs

Grace Loves Lace is introducing game-changing dresses with stretch bustiers! The gowns you’ve been dreaming of are no longer a stretch of the imagination.

The Ultimate Boho Wedding Guide

We’ve done the research and found you all the information and inspiration you need to plan the ultimate boho wedding

How To Include Pampas Grass In Your Wedding Decor

It’s the trend that is taking over the bridal world and we love it…Check out how you can include pampas grass in your wedding decor!

Wedding Makeup Looks That Are Sure To WOW!

No matter what glamorous bridal style you are planning to channel, these wedding makeup looks are sure to WOW!

The Unspoken Wedding Rules You NEED To Know

Collated are the top ten unspoken wedding rules to prepare any couple in the process of bringing their wedding visions to life!

Planning A Wedding? You Need To Follow These Instagram Accounts!

We have put together a list of the Instagram pages that you need to follow to make sure that you get all the best wedding inspo!

Spectacular and Sparkly Ways To Dazzle Your Wedding Guests

Here are some stunning, sweet, sparkly ways to style your wedding so that it shines brighter like a diamond!

Wedding Dresses For The After Party

So you’re officially married! Now to make your way to the reception and let your hair down! We’ve got some stunning after-party wedding dresses to check out

Dare To Be Different With These Wedding Decor Ideas

Dare to be different and think outside the box of traditional decoration with these super unique and totally different wedding decor ideas!

Wedding Styling Trends For 2020

When it comes to wedding styling, 2020 is set to be the year of refined elegance, romantic simplicity and reducing your carbon footprint. From outdoor loveseats to dried flowers, styling trends for 2020 are going to revolve around whimsical romance. See all the 2020 styling predictions below.

Get Creative With These Coloured Wedding Dresses

Who says you have to wear white to your wedding! These colourful gowns are sure to inspire your bridal style and show you how to rock a coloured dress!

Wedded White – The Crisp Decor Trend We Are Loving

White decor is a current trend we are loving! Make the most of soft whites at your wedding by incorporating these gorgeous ideas.

Our Favourite Balloon Decor Ideas

Balloons are a universal symbol of celebration. Why not embrace the trend with some of these light and fun ideas on how to use balloons at your wedding.

Celebrity Styles To Inspire Your Wedding Outfit

Channel your inner A-list star and take inspiration from some of our favourite celebrity guest wedding looks!

The Ultimate Halloween Wedding Ideas

Halloween inspired weddings are becoming a popular trend for their distinctive look and dramatic charm, and plenty of room to explore the non-traditional.

Hailey Bieber Finally Reveals Her Wedding Dress!

The wait is over! Hailey Bieber showcased her breathtaking wedding gown over Instagram and we’re obsessed.

MW Quiz: Rate These Wedding Trends And We’ll Tell You When You’ll Get Married

MW Quiz: From animals at weddings to fireworks at the end of the night, rate these wedding trends and we’ll tell you when you’ll be walking down the aisle!

You Won’t Believe These Decor Pieces Are From Kmart

We’ve curated some of Kmart’s best party décor so you can make your special day more affordable without compromising on your wedding design or vibe.

New From Sorella Vita: The Hottest Shades For Your Bridesmaids

It’s all-natural beauty at its finest this season! These lush colors freshen up all-new chiffon styles that will blow you out of the water!

10 Seriously Delicious Alternatives To Wedding Cake

Your wedding cake is the perfect opportunity to get creative. If a traditional wedding cake isn’t for you, these amazing alternatives!

The Ultimate Guide To A Moroccan-Inspired Wedding

Morocco…a lively, colourful, and romantic place. Here are a few ways to bring the beauty of Morocco all the way to your wedding day.

How To Make Your Wedding Eco-Friendly

You don’t have to get married in the dark or do your reception toast in a Keep-Cup to have an eco friendly wedding. Check out these eco-friendly ideas!

Getting Married Seaside – Our Favourite Coastal Wedding Venues

Looking for a sparkling coastal spot to host your dream wedding? These luxe venues just might be the perfect fit…

What’s Hot For Spring Weddings

Spring is almost here (yay!) and with it comes a sorbet of fun spring hues, bountiful blooms and fun styling options. If you are planning a spring soiree here is what’s hot for Spring weddings this season.

Trend Alert: Light Up Your Love With These Neon Signs

These stylish neon signs are the perfect way to light up your love and add a trendy buzz to your special day!

Wedding Balloons – The Trend We Can’t Get Enough Of

Make balloons the hero of your wedding decor for a styled look that is totally airy and fun. We’ve got all the wedding balloon inspo for you right here!

The Esther Luxe Bridesmaids Collection From Esther & Co Is Here!

Romantic and stylish, the new Esther Luxe bridesmaid collection from Esther & Co is like something out of a fairtytale.

Food And Drink Trucks For Your Wedding Day

The options for catering trucks are endless so we’ve curated a list of all the best food and drink truck ideas for your wedding day.

Colour Palettes To Follow For A Winter Wedding

We’ve rounded up some of our favourite winter wedding colour palettes to ensure your special day has a whimsical and wonderful feel.

Should You Have A Wishing Well At Your Wedding?

We’re here to shed some light on the pro’s and con’s of wishing wells and help you decide if you should have a wedding wish well!

Classic Wedding Songs To Have On Your Wedding Playlist

From pop, to retro, country and classic; the list of wedding ballads is endless. Here are some of our favourite classic wedding songs, and be sure to download our Spotify playlist below!

The Most Over The Top Weddings We Can’t Help But Love

We love that some people want their wedding to be the most spectacular show-stopping affair. Have a look at these over the top weddings!

Alternative Wedding Ideas We Simply Adore

If you are wanting to step away from trends and tradition, then try these alternative wedding ideas. It’s safe to say that we adore every single one of them

‘Something Blue’ Ideas You May Not Have Thought About

Switch up the tradition of having ‘something blue’ at your wedding with these ideas that you might not have thought about!

The Instagram Pages You Need To Follow Before Your Wedding

Everyone knows the feeling of finding yourself in a mindless Instagram rabbit hole for two hours, right? Follow these Instagram pages before your wedding and make those hours of stalking worth it!

With These Ideas, The Wedding Fun Won’t Stop!

We’ve come up with a list of fun and fabulous ideas to keep the good times rolling so that your wedding is a standout celebration.

Are These Wedding Traditions Hot Or Not?

There are countless wedding traditions out there. We have gone through the most common ones to see if they are still hot or not!

The Latest Wedding Dress Designs From New York Bridal Fashion Week

We are swooning over the gorgeous designs that were displayed at New York Bridal Fashion Week. Check out some of our favourite gowns!

Would You Wear One Of These Sexy Wedding Dresses?

We are bringing sexy back with these jaw-dropping designs! Would you wear one of these sexy wedding gowns?

Shine And Shimmer In These Sparkling Gowns

From sequins to crystals, these sparkly wedding dresses will be sure to help you stand out from the crowd and look like an absolute star on your big day!

The Wedding Trends That Are Taking Over 2019

If you are planning a wedding in 2019, then these are the Pinterest inspired wedding trends that you need to know about!

The Most Enchanting Gowns For Your Garden Wedding

Make sure you have the most enchanting and romantic gown imaginable with these styles that are sure to suit your garden wedding!

The Cutest Dogs Of Real Weddings

From walking down the aisle, to being part of the photoshoot, we have found some of the most adorable dogs at real weddings

Our Favourite Floral Wedding Cake Ideas

It’s safe to say that every couple would want their wedding cake to be both delicious and delightful! From pastel peonies to grand greenery, these are some of our favourite floral wedding cake ideas

Unique Ideas For Something Blue

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. Here is a list of unique ways to incorporate something blue into your wedding.

What Goes Around Comes Back Around: The Vintage Wedding Trend We Can’t Get Enough Of

We are loving this this vintage wedding trend. Capture those special moments that may get missed with disposable cameras.

Save The Date – The Best And Worst Dates To Book Your Wedding

Picking a wedding date is the first step! We’ve done the research for the ideal dates for your dreamy nuptials, and the dates that are best to avoid

Party Dresses Perfect For New Years Eve

As you head out to say goodbye to 2018 and celebrate the beginning of 2019, ensure that you are feeling and looking your best with a party perfect New Years Eve dress! Check out some of our favourite designs to suit every style

How The A-Listers Are Celebrating Christmas This Year

From the Kardashians to Reese Witherspoon, Mariah Carey and so many more, we can’t help but love an #extra celebrity Christmas. Here are how the A-listers are celebrating the silly season this year.

2019 Wedding Trends – Modern Wedding’s Predictions

In 2018 we saw royal weddings, minimalist cakes and creative signage. Saying goodbye to the year means saying hello to some new wedding trends. Here are our 2019 wedding trend predictions.

Fishtail Wedding Dresses – The Trend We Can’t Stop Obsessing Over

Also known as a ‘mermaid style’, fishtail gowns are a bridal trend that we simply cannot get over! Check out some of our favourite figure hugging wedding dresses

Christmas Table Styling Ideas

Christmas is just around the corner. If you have no idea where to start with styling your Christmas table, here are some ideas to give you some inspiration.

The Modern Wedding Christmas Gift Guide For Everyone On Your List

The MW team has been hard at work (online shopping) to bring you our Christmas gift guide for each and every member of your family this year.

15 Wedding Movies To Get You Excited

As your wedding date gets closer and closer, it’s time to move into full on bridal mode. To truly get into the spirit, grab your best gals and a bottle of wine and enjoy these 15 wedding movies that are sure to get you excited!

Auguste The Label’s Stunning First Bridesmaids Collection

Effortless, elegant and incredibly chic are all perfect ways to describe the striking designs from Auguste The Label’s bridesmaid and flower girl collection, ‘Love Stories’.

The Wedding Dress Trends We Are Loving For 2019

2019 is just around the corner! From flirty feathers to delightful jewels, these are the amazing wedding dress trends that we are loving for 2019!

Cheese And Charcuterie Boards That Your Guests Will Love

Cheese and charcuterie boards are an easy way to create a scrumptious spread that adds a touch of culinary sophistication to any wedding.

Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s Magical Royal Wedding

After 8 years together, Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank were married at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle. It truly was another magical royal wedding

15 Simple Ways To Style A Vintage Wedding Reception

A sweet vintage celebration is made complete with small elements and details that will have your guests swooning. Here are some simple ways to style a vintage wedding reception.

Trend Alert! – 20 Wedding Trends To Include In Your Big Day

When it comes to planning a wedding, there are about a million and one ideas out there. Well don’t panic, we have done the hard work for you! We have searched high and low and found the top 20 wedding trends to include in your big day

Your Newlywed Moment – Cute And Creative Ideas For Your Wedding Exit

With all of your friends and family gathered together, your wedding will be a magical day. When the night trails to an end and you are officially husband and wife, it’s time to make your grand exit! Check out some of the cute and creative ideas for your wedding exit

Mother Of The Bride And Groom Dresses

On any wedding day, family plays an important role. From the groom to the flower girls, everyone should be looking and feeling fabulous! We’ve searched high and low and found some fantastic dress options for the Mother of the Bride and Groom.

This Season’s Hottest Wedding Colours – How To Include Them In Your Wedding

Colour isn’t restricted to dresses & flowers. The ways to use colour are endless and there are so many palettes and trends this season to be excited about!

How to create your wedding hashtag

It’s the perfect way for your family and friends to each be involved in your day. Here is how to create your wedding hashtag

Unique Food Bars To Have At Your Wedding

Food bars are the perfect addition to give you wedding that communal and fun feeling. We’ve found 8 of the most unique food bars to have at your wedding.

Signature Wedding Cocktails – Our Favourites To Suit Your Wedding Theme

These cocktail recipes are so delicious your guests are going to want to steal the recipe!

Our top 10 favourite floral wedding dresses

If you’re looking for a style that is romantic, elegant and unique all in one, then look no further than a floral wedding dress

Industrial Romance – Elegant and Edgy Styling by Willow Lane Creative

Old school cool meets of-the-minute style in these nifty nuptials ideal for the free spirited artist in all of us.

Our Favourite Wedding Songs

Looking for that song perfect for your first dance or for your walk down the aisle? Here are our favourite weddings songs, to make you swoon, sway and ugly cry on the big day.

Sabrina and Ryan – Romantic, Country Themed Wedding

Intent on a relaxed, winter wedding with an intimate, cosy vibe, Sabrina and Ryan enlisted the services of Oak & Linden to help bring their dream to life.

Garden Glamour – Country Styling By Love Story Weddings & Events

Inspired by the rustic, country surrounds and layering luxurious elements, this shoot exemplifies effortless elegance.

Disney Obsessed? You’ll Love These Disney Wedding Ideas!

Here are some of our favourite ways to create the sweetest of Disney wedding days, complete with a sprinkling of fairy dust!

More is More. Opulent Wedding Styling By Sugar and Spice Events

The prerequisites for this wedding styling? It must be fashion forward, opulent and luxury! Sugar & Spice Events took this to a whole new level!

Super Stylist Sunday: Ivy and Bleu

Ivy & Bleu love every aspect of the event & wedding process from sewing the seeds in the planning stages, creating & putting together the overall styling of the day & ensuring the blooms in your hands, hair & on your table are just as divine as you are!

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