WADOK AYU-AYU: September 2011

Last Chance!

Don't forget that entries for our fabulous Esteele competition close this Friday 29th April at 5pm AEST. To enter email us at competitions@styleguide.com.au and answer this question - What's the first meal would you cook for your partner as a married couple? Good luck!

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Vivian Gown is on TV -- see Channel 8 interview below!

We are glad and honored to be identified by Channel 8 as the only budget wedding gown providers for their TV wedding show "Wedding 101" or "Hua Yue Jia Qi" (花月佳期) in Chinese.

The show was aired at 8pm on Sept 24 2010 (Friday) on Channel 8. Click to view it now!

We would also like to share some photos behide the scenes!

Wedding 101 TV shoot scene

Eelyn, Vivian and Ben at Vivian Gown

Veron (MUA), Marilyn (model), Elyn, Ben, Vivian, Daphnie (model) and Jesslyn (MUA) at Vivian Gown

Milliner Magic

Emerging vintage-inspired designer Jessica Beattie has launched her inaugural bridal collection Enchanted and is set to bring old-world romance back for the modern bride. Trained by acclaimed milliner Neil Grigg, the Sydney-based designer’s unique, handcrafted headpieces are already favourites at Fashions on the Field. Her new bridal collection features a selection of headpieces, veils, and handmade silk flowers that are soft and delicate in detail, using handcrafted luxury materials and bead work (the same bead work used by the house of Chanel!). Jessica will continue her handmade tradition, tailoring pieces to each bride’s requirements. The Deluxe range of silk flowers is handmade in Australia, and can be made-to-measure, using the same fabric as a wedding dress, in any colour or size. Jessica Beattie Millinery is dedicated to giving clients a bespoke service and as part of the bridal package, customers can use the service after the wedding to adapt their headpiece for other occasions such as casual or race wear. With over 60 pieces in the collection, prices range from $130 for a standard handmade flower on a comb to $1,500 for a cloche. View the full collection launching at Sydney Bridal Expo 16 & 17 April 2011 or at www.jessicabeattie.com.au.

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Happy Easter!

Before everyone goes of on their much anticipated very long weekend we just wanted to make sure we wish you and your families a wonderful Easter. Here's hopping the Easter Bunny brings us basketfulls of goodies! Aren't these Spring Chick cakes from Martha Stewart just gorgeous?! Delish! Happy Easter everyone! WSG x

Spring chick cakes recipe available on marthastewart.com

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Royal Wedding Roundup

I think it's fair to say the wedding of HRH Prince William & Catherine Middleton on Friday certainly lived up to everyone's expectations. With over 2 billion people worldwide tuning in to watch the nuptials and 1 million people lining the streets of London to celebrate it has certainly reignited the worlds love and infatuation with the British monarchy. Possibly the greatest kept secret of the day was Kate's dress and after much speculation it was announced she was wearing a gown designed by Sarah Burton, head of famed British houseAlexanda McQueen. Made of ivory and white satin gazar with a train of just over 6 feet long, the Royal website notes "the skirt echoes an opening flower, with white satin gazar arches and pleats. The ivory satin bodice, which is narrowed at the waist and padded at the hips, draws on the Victorian tradition of corsetry and is a hallmark of Alexander McQueen’s designs". With her hair down Kate wore a stunning Cartier halo tiara on loan from the Queen and diamond earrings given to her by her parents made especially to match the tiara. According to reports Middleton worked closely with Burton to create the formula for her gown, with obvious notes taken from Grace Kelly's famous wedding gown. There's no doubt that Kate's look will forever be replicated by bride's worldwide as have the looks so many famous brides in the past. Kate's sister and lady in waiting, Pippa Middleton, also wore a custom made McQueen gown complete with little sleeves, a cowl neck and covered buttons. Kate's second gown, for the 80's themed evening party, was another McQueen creation with embellished waist band and finished off with a super cute angora cardigan. Princess chic perfection! Visit the official Royal wedding website at www.officialroyalwedding2011.org for all the wonderful photos.

The official photographer for the wedding was Hugo Burnand

Kate wore a Cartier tiara, on loan from the Queen, with earrings gifted to her by her parents

Kate carried a bouquet of Lilly of the Valley, which also represents 'trust' when refrencing the 'language of flowers', a floral code made popular by Queen Victoria

Kate's second gown for the evening celebration was another McQueen creation with embellished waist band and angora cardigan

The amazing cake was crafted by Fiona Cairns and took five weeks to design. The cake, consisting of 17 individual fruit cakes, was decorated in cream and white icing with 900 delicate sugar-paste flowers

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Vintage Weddings - One Hundred Years of Bridal Fashion & Style

I have to confess I love books and wedding dresses so when this absolutely beautiful book turned up on my desk yesterday I was a little ecstatic. Vintage Weddings - One Hundred Years of Bridal Fashion & Style by Marnie Fogg is, as you guessed it, all about amazing wedding dresses. From the 1900's through till now discover the designes and trends that changed the world of bridal design forever. With foreword by designer extrodinaire Bruce Oldfield OBE it's a absolutley gorgoeus book full of wonderful pictures and information. It even includes a wedding planner and a section on groom's fashion of the time. In perfect time for the Royal wedding! Vintage Weddings is published by Cameron House and is available at all good bookstores from June 2011 for $49.99.

L.O.V.E

Valentino are doing some truly amazing things with their shoes at the moment. Take a look at these beauties! I am in love with the gorgeous caramel coloured satin and lace of the first two and who would have thought leather and tulle would make such a gorgeous combo? If you're wanting to get your hands on these visit www.net-a-porter.com.

Bow-embellished satin sandals £782

Lace and satin platfrom pumps £442

Leather and tulle-embellished mesh sandals $822

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Fields of Sunshine

I know we mere mortals in the southern hemisphere are celebrating the first day of winter today however jewellery designer Elva Fields is excited to announce today's launch her Summer 2011 Collection. "We're continuing Spring 2011's celebratory feel with bold, saturated hues that only the warmest summer sun can bring," says designer Emily Wheat Maynard. "Summer 2011 is all about letting the sun shine, highlighting happy, brilliant style with radiance and color." Handmade in her Kentucky studio, each piece incorporates vintage elements, creating truly unique and eco designs. You all know WSG has been a fan of Ms Fields for a long time. Keep an eye out for one of her creations in our winter issue, on sale Australia wide on the 15th June. Available to buy online at www.elvafields.com.

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Colour Savvy

I'm loving the new, fresh 2011 collection from bridesmaids specialists Ava Madison. If you're on the hunt for bridesmaids dresses, or even a dress for a wedding or special event, we suggest you pay the AM girls a visit. Having recently opened their first store, located at Shop 2, 19-23 Izett St, Prahran Victoria, you'll be amazed by the style and colour choices available. If you have maids with fuller figures or busts don't worry, AM are the queen's when it comes to fitting girls of all shapes and sizes. Visit www.avamadison.com.au for more info.

Cocktail Hour

If you're spending the long weekend in Sydney (or a part of it at least) looking for some knockout bridesmaids dresses make sure you pop into Tarvydas Sydney. They're having a whopping mid-year clearance with 20-50% off all ready to wear stock including a gorgeous assortment of cocktail dresses. Visit the store at Level 3, Westfield, Pitt St, Sydney and while you're there make sure you check out the amazingness that is the new Westfield. You'll find Christian Louboutin, Zara, Chanel and many more to tempt you. To all our lovely followers living in Australia, happy long weekend!

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Bye Bye Panda Eyes

I have found a product that is an absolute must in your handbag or wedding day survial kit - the Panda Pen. Whether it's daily wear and tear, airport farewells, chick flicks or saying 'I do', Panda Pen is a simple, no fuss, no mess solution to the dreaded problem of panda eyes, suffered by women worldwide. Small and streamline, it will fit in the smallest of places making it super easy to use anywhere and in the blink of an eye. Panda Pen will save you from at least 100 panda eye moments, is formulated with conditioning eye makeup remover made in Australia, is tough on waterproof mascara and eyeliner but gentle on skin, it doesn't contain any artificial colours or perfumes and is 100% oil free. Available to purchase online at www.de-coy.com and at selected boutiques Australia wide for $34.95AUD. Say bye bye panda eyes!

It's On Sale Day!

Today's the day – our new winter issue hits the shelves in Australia. Of course it's jam-packed with all the inspiring wedding styling ideas you've come to expect. Take a sneak peek at just some of our ideas by flipping through the pages of our new winter 'Look Book'.

If you love what you see in our winter ‘Look Book’, get the whole story in our fabulous winter issue, on sale now!

First Come Love

If you're over in Western Australia and find yourself in or around Leederville this Saturday 18th or Sunday 19th June do yourself a favour and be sure to pop in to the super cute bridal fair First Comes Love. Not your average bridal fair, here you'll find a delicious assortment of vendors including Bride & Groom Store, Jemma Keech Photography, Dizzy Wizzy Design, Flower Talk and many more who will be sure to help get your creative juices flowing. You'll be able to find this fair upstairs at the Oxford Hotel, 368 Oxford Street, Leederville. Tickets are only $5 at the door and everyone who visits receives a goody bag as well as the chance to win a free portrait session with photographer Sarah Kate Dorman. That's surely a weekend excursion sorted! Visit www.firstcomelove.studiobomba.com.au for all the finer details.

Love & Lace

If you're after a vintage-inspired pair of heels they don't look too 'grannyish' then these might just make the grade. With a trimming of patent leather these Jimmy Choo Faith lace and patent pumps are heavenly. Black is such a smart, modern choice for a wedding shoe and the bonus? You'll love and wear them long after you've said 'I do'. Avaliable to purchase online at www.net-a-porter.com.

Faith lace and patent peeptoe pump £546

Cover Glory

It's safe to say that we are in LOVE with our new winter cover. The simply divine bouquet was created especially for our cover by the extremely talented Rebecca Grace of Natural Art Flowers in Perth, Western Austalia. Rebecca Graces' done such a wonderful job of conveying the mood of the winter season with a delicious assortment of rich colours and textures. The bouquet, shot for us by the uber lovely Jemma Keech of Jemma Keech Photography, has made us realise that winter needn't be so gloomy. A huge thank you to both Rebecca Grace and Jemma for their amazing contribution to our winter issue. Visit Natural Art Flowers at www.naturalartflowers.com.au and Jemma Keech Photography at www.jemmakeech.com.

WSG Weekly Giveaway!

Here at WSG we love giving away fabulous prizes so, as of this Friday 24th June, we will be giving away 10 complete back catalogues of our digital issues. To be in the running to win one of these fabulous prizes, valued at over $90AUD, simply visit our Facebook page and 'like' us. Everyone who is a liker of our page with automatically go into the draw every Friday. It's simple! Visit our Facebook page by clicking here. Winners will be announced on our Facebook page every Friday. Good luck!