Hire a professional makeup artist – that’s the one lesson we learnt from this couple’s DIY wedding held at Fernbank Farm on the NSW central coast.

Good things come to those who wait and for Penny, 10 years of dating Dave culminated in an unforgettable wedding day at Mali Brae Farm (read: jaw-dropping blooms, a good-looking cake and a killer wedding dress).

Opting for a floral gown, bright pink shoes and a unique wedding venue, bride Tash wasn’t afraid to bend the wedding book rules. The result? A wedding day masterpiece.

We’ve seen our fair share of unique Tasmanian wedding venues, but we must admit, this Apple Shed (and the people who got married here) are right up there.

New Zealand is home to dozens of spectacular, unique wedding venues. From rustic farmhouses to world class wineries (and old schoolhouses and lavender farms…) there is something here for everyone (including you). So to celebrate this amazing country, we’re sharing a two-part series showcasing some of our fave NZ venues.

Relaxed vibes, fun and easygoing personalities. These are the qualities we’d personally like in our wedding team, and they’re things that Kristie Carrick brings to the table. Find out a little more about this talented wedding photographer, as well as some of her hot tips to couples getting married.

If you’ve got a lot of guests or simply like wide, open spaces, The Australian Botanic Garden boasts 412 hectares (yes, hectares!) of good-looking gardens and plenty of ceremony and reception options.

Getting engaged is exciting! Having a fiancé is exciting! Planning a wedding is… well it can be a real ball ache – which is the exact opposite of how you thought your balls would feel, right? The wonderfully honest Kate Forsyth of styling and hire company Good Day Rentals is back with words of wisdom in the second part to this series on retaining your sanity while organising a big day. We highly recommend a read.

Pack your pyjamas and get ready for the best slumber party of your life! Each of these awesome wedding venues offers on-site accommodation (plus a bunch of other stuff) to guarantee a hassle free celebration.

Behold, Sammy & Lola – a dynamic duo who have pioneered quality, handmade marquee and neon lights and made them available to the wedding world. Read on for an inside scoop on what makes them a cut above the rest.

Sally Shipard is a storyteller, a lover of love, an excellent human being and a kickass celebrant who crafts personal, one-of-a-kind ceremonies.

Disclaimer: this isn’t a wedding. But it’s a damn fine looking corporate event that could definitely pass as one and we thought we’d better share it with you because of that tipi styling.