We had the absolute pleasure over this past weekend to be invited to showcase at the gorgeous Summergrove Estate for the Tweed Wedding Trail. 
This innovative event showcased multiple northern NSW venues on the same day with a gorgeous map that led each bride, groom and their friends and family to the to view each location in all its glory. 
Every venue had it's own set of incredible wedding vendors that transformed the venue into a dreamy styled space. I was asked to showcase some of our favourite Begitta - Bridal & Couture gowns and also to have two gorgeous models roam around the property wearing dreamy dresses. Working with an amazing group of vendors The Barn at the picturesque Summergrove became the place of dreams!


Our gorgeous models/muses had their hair perfectly primped by the ever so talented Amy Spry Hair and Makeup and their effortless yet flawless makeup created by Bexi Makeup Artistry. With tablescapes put together by Arctic Fox Hire adorned with stunning florals by the talented Mrs Gibbons Flowers. The venue just beamed with beautiful sunbeams that lit up the whole room from floor to (super high) ceiling!


Such an absolutely beautiful day and we were so thrilled to be a part of it! It was so wonderful to meet so many beautiful vendors and so many gorgeous "Brides-to-Be's"! And how incredibly awe-inspiring is this dreamy venue.... 

// Images: The Atelier / Venue: ‘The Barn’ Summergrove Estate / Florals: Mrs Gibbons Flowers / Gowns: Begitta – Bridal & Couture /Hair: Amy Spry Hair and Makeup / Makeup: Bexi Makeup / Hire: Arctic Fox / Napkins & Cutlery: Supper Club Co / Stationery: Love Notes Australia / Crockery: Cindy Hamrey / Silk Ribbon: Songbird Silk / For Casuarina Weddings //

Paolo Sebastian has stolen our hearts with this whimsical Disney inspired collection "Once Upon a Dream". Taking elements from each of our favourite disney's and magically crafting these exquisite gowns taking on the runway at Perth Fashion Week, Australia. 
​Pure Dreams!

Image Source: Paolo Sebastian

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THE ZUHAIR MURAD FALL 2017 COUTURE collection was nothing short of breathtaking this year, with a concoction of fairy-tale tulles, feathers and sparkling embellishments. Each an every piece is meticulously detailed, full of  divine ruffles, dreamy velvets and exquisite lace appliqués the result… Dreamy…
 
 

Creating a beautiful scene of endless colour, texture and divine detail this Luxe-Chic, Fairytale Garden Wedding brings forth feelings of an intimate, exquisite and ever lasting love.
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Inspired by an intimate, love story shared only with the bride and grooms nearest and most dearest. The trained eyes and lens of the fabulous We Are Twine captured this styled wedding shoot. With an endless array of pink hued blooms, glorious sparkle with metallic copper and gold tones, our incredible team, handpicked for their incredible talents and eye for detail, has created a fairy-tale wedding for the bride and groom hoping to draw their guests in, offering just a glimpse of their real-life fairy-tale.

Set in the ever so beautiful Evergreen Garden Venue, the perfect table, laden with shimmering pink tones and on-trend copper crafted in a way that only Beautiful Weddings Australia can create. Complete with stunning floral artistry in beautiful blooming topiaries. Arbours thick with lush greenery and gorgeous alter for our Bride and Groom filled with delicate fleurs. All manifested by the absolute talent that is Bella Bloom Floral Designs.
The sweetest divinity of this table certainly goes to THAT CAKE. Endless sparkle and adornment with a simple sophistication that every bride aspires to. With the elegant stationery to sit beside our table setting by Love Notes.

The exquisite Begitta - Bridal & Couture custom-couture "Venice" gown sets the melody in motion, extensive hand work went into creating this incredible piece. Exquisite French corded lace with added hand-made lace applique, stunning sheer sleeves with beautiful floating lace feature, right down to the glorious full length train with incredible scalloped detailing. 
Hair styles create by the ever talented A Fashionable Hair life and Makeup by Amanda Higl perfectly offset the gowns on this gorgeous bride and her maids! And where would a bride be without her maids, resplendent in beautiful white and ivory "Azalea" Skirts and Bodices with hints of beautiful lace inspired by the brides gown.

We cannot get enough of these amazing images, endless inspiration in each and every pic and we are so excited to share them with you! 

​Photographer: We Are Twine  | Styling: Beautiful Weddings Australia | Bridal & Bridesmaids Gowns: Begitta –Bridal & Couture | Florals: Bella Bloom Floral Design  | Hair: Aleesha Darke | Makeup: Amanda Higl Hair & Makeup  | Cake: Cupcaix | Suit: Black Jacket Suiting  | Stationery: Love Notes  | Venue: Evergreen Garden Venue | Models Bride: Zoe @ Dallys Models, Bridesmaids: Holly & Carlie @ Mistique Models, Groom: Harry @ Dallys Models

When boarding a fabulous Italian Cruise Ship as magnifique as the Cost Luminosa, one must dress appropriately! Particularly when your new collection is opening the fashion show on the top deck in front of hundreds of members of the press, media and the internet famous!

OUTFIT OF THE DAY
I absolutely loved embracing this "Carrie Bradshaw Moment" wearing a custom Tea-Length Ballerina Skirt by moi, Begitta - Bridal & Couture! Paired with a bust-cup slip in off white it was the perfect figure-hugging bodice to balance the sheer size of this insanely pouffy ballerina skirt!

When we came across this beautiful shoot we certainly, most ardently, fell in love. This lovely team have revealed the essence of the Bohemian Heart in the imagery captured by Malin of Willow Branch Photography.
Two beautiful souls in love - be it sisters, best friends, soul mates or lovers. We adore how this playful shoot captures the fun and true depth of what we share as women and the deep connection of two souls finding each other. ...

​“This idea started with a desire to capture and showcase a country boho themed bridal shoot that included pastel and lace in a beautiful rustic country setting, and we found the perfect location at Spicers Hidden Vale. As the small group of wedding professionals developed the idea, it blossomed into something unique and exciting, and something we really wanted the world to see!”

​The team were inspired by artistic country boho, beautiful white lace and delicate paper flowers. Bringing it all together to create feminine, romantic imagery in a rural setting, the entire theme reminiscent of the original meaning of boho; unconventional and artistic, with the added chic of amazing fashion. 

“Staying true to the classic boho bride with artistic inspired pieces, our stunning models Bree and Karla wore delicate paper flower crowns custom designed by Shell From Hanging Pretty, to perfectly complement the intricate lace of Begitta’s couture gowns in both style and personality. 
The flawless makeup and soft wavy hairstyle by Sammy from Alexis Harlow Makeup Artistry picked up the tones of the florals, creating a romantic, dreamy feel, adding another dimension to the bohemian style we were aiming to achieve. 
 
Our team came together with a clear vision and love for creating something truly unique, and this is reflected in the images captured by Malin’s smooth, colourful photography, the emphasis on natural light, and using the landscape that Spicers Hidden Vale put on show for us as a feature.
We believe these images will appeal to a wide range of artistic souls, with the same-sex aspect of the feminine boho wedding style, while at the same time being able to be seen in a general context as an example for close friends, sisters or bridesmaids in a bridal setting.“

CREDITS: Photography: Willow Branch Photography // Floral Crowns: Hanging Pretty //
Gowns: Begitta – Bridal & Couture // Hair & Makeup: Alexis Harlow Makeup Artistry // Models:
Bree Coleman (below left) & Karla Gutteridge (below right) // Venue: Spicers Hidden Vale

​As guests arrived the sun beamed in through the exquisite retractable roof of Cloudland's Rainbow Room, located on the top floor of this whimsical, chic and oh-so beautiful venue.

With incredible styling created by Nicole Ritchie Collections and the fantastic team at Beautiful Weddings Australia there could be no doubt that the surroundings would be lush. We weren’t disappointed! Their exquisite greenery wall flanked by exquisite floral walls created the incredible awe inspiring catwalk. The luscious fresh green floor runner along the catwalk was painstakingly put together by Bella Bloom Floral Designs using oodles of greenery and the countless hydrangeas . With staging by Staging Creations that looked like the ocean in reflecting the gorgeous gowns of the new Forgotten Garden Collection by Begitta –Bridal & Couture......

“LADIES OF NEW YORK… FROST YOURSELF”
 
One of my favourite lines from the movie 'How to Loose a Guy in 10 Days' a fashion cult favourite for its gowns, guys and of course the jewels. Whenever I think of Kate Hudson in that yellow gown with that exquisite necklace my first thought is “I need that in my life”. Unfortunately I don’t have hundreds of thousands of dollars to splurge on the Isadora Canary Diamond necklace, but thankfully we have found the picture-perfect option to get the look and the exact amount of sparkle! Enter Michelle of REDKI Jewellery.
 
With each piece lovingly created by Michelle, these sparklers will have you drooling. Please just keep it away from the jewels! Using both coloured and clear stones Redki offers the perfect accompaniment to your dream wedding gown. With so many designs to choose from and so many gorgeous styles and sets you are spoilt for choice.
 
We are thrilled to have Michelle and her Redki Collections at our fabulous Unveiled event, we took a moment to sit down with Michelle and find out a little more about her and her designs...
 
In a nutshell, who are you and what do you do? 
Redki – Jewellery is an Award Winning Australian Jeweller, creating unique and beautiful Handmade Bridal Jewellery and Hair Accessories.  The confident bride covets Redki Bridal range as we are the ultimate destination for bridal jewellery and accessories.
What is it about weddings that you love so much?             
I love being part of a brides journey leading up to her wedding, helping her to be her most beautiful.  I love the stories and am honoured to be a part of her most special day.  The most rewarding part is exceeding a bride and Mother of Brides expectations and sharing hugs and tears, it is a beautiful moment that is treasured.
What is the most unique thing you’ve seen at a wedding?             
Creating a treble cleft as part of a hair piece and bracelet, the bride was a singer and piano player and music was her life, she wanted something truly special to honour her music as it is such a big part of her life and to have pieces that she will wear again at her performances, very touching and special.
What do you do in your free time?           
Draw, make jewellery, catch up with friends and walk on the beach
If you were a colour, which colour would you be, and why?          
Orange absolutely LOVE Orange, a beautiful bright and happy colour
Favourite Cocktail?         
Margarita
Favourite Restaurant in Brisbane?            
I have two favourites: 85 Miskin and Montrachet
 

Want to see and experience more? Come and see the magic for yourself at our UNVEILED - Luxury Wedding & Fashion Showcase - Click HERE for more details and tickets!

From Underwater images to incredible High Fashion Editorials, Beth Mitchell has the most incredible eye for those minute details.
With each flick of her camera shutter Beth brings the whimsical, the ethereal and awe inspiring to life. At a young age Beth was selling her incredible prints internationally in galleries all over the world. specializing in Fine Art and Underwater Photography she has honed her skills to be the Master of her trade with many trying and failing to follow in her footsteps in creating the perfect underwater shot.
For years Beth has worked solely in a creative capacity producing amazing print work for lovers of her work to hang on their walls. But now, praise the universe, she is offering her multidimensional talent to the world in the form of Trash the Dress photography. Now we want to be clear that Trash the Dress does NOT have to be a horrible experience in which you sling mud pies. Beth offers an incredible service to capture you and your gown submerged in an otherworldly dimension.
 
We got the opportunity to quiz Ms Mitchell on a little bit of what she is about...
In a nutshell, who are you and what do you do?
I specialise in the art of underwater photography. In your case, I encapsulate your beauty in what they like to call "Trash the Dress" but let's call it creating beautiful art UNDERWATER. I am a fashion photographer and a fine artist, which makes for a lovely combination.
What is it about weddings that you love so much?
Oh Weddings! Don't get me wrong, I love LOVE. But I love fashion more (maybe). For me it's about the beauty that is in the dress, who is the designer, what inspires this work of art? I find that some gowns are MEANT to be photographed and hung to keep them alive.
What is the most unique thing you’ve seen at a wedding?
As mentioned above, I'm all about that couture and beauty. So when I've photographed lovely women in gowns underwater, especially brides, it does give a very unique take on the "trash the dress" concept. I love to be part of that.
What do you do in your free time?
Frequent coastal trips (sometimes on the back of a motorbike, which I love), soaking in art, exploring new cafes and playing with my adorable cat Jetté
If you were a colour, which colour would you be, and why?
It's weird, my work is *BAM* colour. But myself, not as much. I would have to say Gold. Because if just goes so well with black.
Favourite Cocktail?        
Chocolate Old Fashioned - not just because I'm a fashion photographer, but because I cannot live without chocolate.
Favourite Restaurant in Brisbane?
 LostBoys Fortitude Valley - gorgeous cafe. Like a dreamland. Beautiful iced mochas!
 
You can see some of Beth’s incredible work at our upcoming UNVEILED event and chat to her about your post wedding shoot! Pop onto THIS LINK to purchase your tickets!

You have the gown, the shoes and your gorgeous girls all prepped and ready for your big day. But to complete the whole look you need the perfect makeup. You want to feel like you, if just slightly more beautiful and glowing. You want to be comfortable in your wedding skin but you also want your makeup to last all day. And so we say – Look no further than Kylie Eustace of Kylie’s Professional.
Having searched the earth for the perfect mineral makeup that was completely natural, Kylie was at a loss to find the perfect product. The natural goods on the market just didn’t perform quite like they should and so Kylie decided that there was a need to create the perfect product, without all the nasty added chemicals. Fast forward a few years and Kylie has created an incredible product and business. Not only is her beautiful makeup 100% natural it also offers the most amazing coverage and each product in the Mineral Goddess range is full of luscious pigment that just glides on and doesn’t budge. Now that we have talked about how amazing the makeup is you will now be in awe of how absolutely amazing the woman herself is! With the perfect product you need the perfect skills and Kylie has those in spades. With her incredible eye for detail, her fun and personable nature, Kylie offers the complete package of perfect Bridal Makeup Artistry. With her incredible skills featuring in and on dozens if not hundreds of high fashion editorials, commercials, celebrities and tv spots, you really can’t go wrong in selecting her as your Makeup Artist of choice. 
 
We are absolutely thrilled to have Kylie creating the perfect makeup look for our Runway show at UNVEILED – Luxury Wedding & Fashion Showcase. Kylies incredible team will also be hosting a fabulous “Touch Up Beauty Bar” where you can get a little bit of the pretty for yourself!
 
Want to see and experience more? Come and see the magic for yourself at our UNVEILED - Luxury Wedding & Fashion Showcase - Click HERE for more details and tickets!
 

We are so absolutely thrilled to be launching THE ATELIER with an exciting new event in Brisbane! A fabulous Luxury Wedding & Fashion event hosted at the ever exquisite venue, CLOUDLAND, in the heart of Brisbane. Where beautiful brides, their BFF's and Mums can come and see the latest in wedding styling, services and bridal fashion.

Creating the perfect surroundings for what will be the most beautiful fashion and wedding fair you have ever seen. Blooms, Bubbles & exquisite canapés with the unveiling of beautiful new and exclusive- products, services and offers from Brisbane's best wedding vendors.
Think Chic and intimate with an air of modern sophistication.
 
Our fabulous sponsors Sirromet Wines will be providing each of our lovely guests a divine glass of Sirromet Sparkling Wine upon entry, with our hosts CLOUDLAND serving up a dazzling array of canapés to keep you sustained whilst viewing, mingling and admiring our incredible Vendors and their beautiful services. 
At 7pm the lights will dim, the catwalk laid and the roses primed for the debut of "THE FORGOTTEN GARDEN" - The latest collection from Begitta - Bridal & Couture. A stunning range of Bridal, Bridesmaid & Red Carpet gowns will grace the runway in what is to be the most elaborate and exciting collection yet for the Brisbane based Designer. 
 
Our lucky Bride-to-Be's in attendance will have the chance to win an exclusive custom gown By Begitta  Bridal & Couture, in addition to some incredible prizes from our Exclusive Vendors. 
 
UNVEILED
When: January 31st, 2016
Time: 4.30 - 8.30pm
Where: CLOUDLAND - Rainbow Room - 641 Ann St, Fortitude Valley. QLD 4006

We have a limited number of early bird tickets and early bird tickets for our ULTIMATE VIP EXPERIENCE available until early January, General and VIP Tickets will be available after this date at the regular price so get in quick to save!
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What is the ULTIMATE VIP EXPERIENCE you may ask?
VIP Guests will be treated to the ultimate in viewing pleasure. With front row seats to our incredible runway show featuring the latest collection from Begitta - Bridal & Couture. Beautiful gifts, treasures and specials in our extra special EXCLUSIVE VIP GIFTBAGS (With hundreds of dollars worth of freebies!). A fabulous post show VIP soiree, featuring a few treats and getting up close and personal with the beautiful settings and styling provided by Beautiful Weddings Australia. 


BE QUICK! BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE

A few of our Favourites from PIA DU PRADAL // with divine hats from THE HAT BOX

Stunning Collection from MAIOCCHI

Preview of THE IRMA J SMITH HOUSE OF FASHION // with hats from THE HAT BOX

TENGDAHL's Show Stoppers

BORA

Magnificence from DARB COUTURE

IMAGES: IAN GOLDING for MBFF

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EVENT // MERCEDES BENZ FASHION FESTIVAL - QC CLUB BRIDAL GROUP SHOW
Date: Wednesday 26 August at 7.00pm
Location: John Reid Pavilion, Brisbane Showgrounds
Designers: Elizabeth de Varga, Jordanna Regan Couture, Alter-Ego Brisbane, Brides Desire by Wendy Sullivan, Jack Sullivan Bridal, Paul Hunt and George Wu.
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Brisbane's Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival was nothing short of awe inspiring in so many ways but the highlight of the week is certainly when the incredible gowns of Brisbanes Bridal Designers take the catwalk to show off the latest in wedding attire.
The designers showed their exclusive collections to the fashionistas and brides to be in the stunning setting at John Reid Pavillion. The designers included Elizabeth de Varga, Jordanna Regan Couture, Alter-Ego Brisbane, Brides Desire by Wendy Sullivan, Jack Sullivan Bridal, Paul Hunt and George Wu.

Standouts were the incredible collection of George Wu gowns which never disappoint in being beautifully crafted and offering the latest in trends. Additional standout This year however Alter-Ego will be launching an exciting new Ready-To-Wear Bridal Range consisting of 14 different exquisite bridal gowns.

All designers featured exquisite laces, silks, tulles, chiffons and beautiful design, with a fuller skirts making a huge splash and an element of surprise in additional detailing on shoulders, bare backs and beautiful hemlines.

Such a fabulous show, take a peek at the highlights of the beauties presented by the magnificent Bridal Designers of the QC CLUB BRIDAL SHOW and be sure to check out www.mbff.com.au to find additional information about each designer and their stockists.

IMAGES: IAN GOLDING for MBFF

We are thrilled to be attending the fabulous Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival in Brisbane this year. The prestigious event is celebrating their 10th Year! As always the team puts on an incredible production. The staging, lighting sounds and atmosphere are always absolutely on point. They're forever bringing in new and wonderful ideas and the Designer garments never disappoint.

MBFF is certainly the highlight of our year, not only is the event itself phenominal but the attendees are a sight. Gorgeous men and women dressed to the nines in their most fashionable, chic, and up to the minute ensembles that could pass for the streets of Paris Fashion Week at the Carrousel du Louvre!

We cannot wait for an incredible year! Be sure to add us on INSTAGRAM for our LIVE FEED - @theatelier.au

Be sure to book your tickets in advance as they sell out very quickly!