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EDITOR Lea Moate CREATIVE DIRECTOR/PHOTOGRAPHER Fiona Carson DESIGNER Tia Queen PR & MARKETING Jennifer Nini ADVERTISING Cate Francis PHOTOGRAPHIC CONTRIBUTORS Bluehouse Studio, Down Bangalow Road, El Hogan Photography, Moss Green Images, Robert Coppa Photography, Sehr Gut Josh, Wanted Imagery CONTRIBUTORS Adorn Event Hire, Amy Capeda Makeup Artistry, ASOS Greenroom, Bower Botanicals, Cas Doyle, Dani Bonnor, Deux Belettes Country Guesthouse, Gloss Hair Artistry, Jeanette Marie Jewellery, Katya, Lauren Shuttleworth, Olive Farm Designs, Poppy and Fern, Pomp and Splendour P.S. I Love You, Rockstars and Royalty, Samantha Bonnor, Sara Mitchell, Sarah Joseph, The Freedom State, Tia Queen, Woodland Press COVER IMAGE El Hogan Photography DISCLAIMER Eco Brides Magazine is an independent magazine. The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the publishers. We accept no responsibility for inaccurate information. Content may not be reproduced in any way. © 2013 Eco Brides Magazine. All rights reserved. www.ecobrides.com.au ABN: 41 245 502 083
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welcome
to our 1st birthday issue! It has been twelve months since we launched Eco Brides Magazine, so a great big happy birthday to us! What a fantastic journey the last year has taken us on. We have met so many wonderful people along the way and had lots of fabulous adventures. Another six months have flown by since our last issue and we are so excited to bring you Issue 3 of Eco Brides Magazine. We really hope that we are inspiring you to choose wisely and be conscious of your choices for your wedding day. So much has happened in the past six months and we can’t wait to share some of those moments with you. You are going to love what we have for you in this issue. More gorgeous real eco weddings – in particular, one very dear to both our hearts. Fiona’s sister and brother in law were married in Byron Bay in March this year in what was an amazing and very intimate wedding. Completely eco-friendly in every way, and one that created joy and ever lasting memories. Some were labeling it “the best wedding ever!” Of course, by now most of you would have heard that Eco Brides Magazine is presenting the first ever Australian Eco Wedding Fair, to be held in Brisbane on the 25th of August this year. We have found some fabulous eco vendors for you! They are all so amazing in their own eco way and are getting beyond excited to meet you all. You can expect fun, frivolity, music, food, fabulous giveaways and, of course, our wonderful vendors will share their wares with you. Tickets are available via our event page now:
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Throughout the following pages you will find a simply stunning editorial, shot by Robert Coppa Photography and styled by Penny Adams from PS I Love You and – yours truly! – Lea Moate. You’ll spot an article on honeymooning with a purpose, some super cool DIY projects, and some great competitions and prizes for you to win! It’s a jam packed issue; one that we hope will inspire you even more to be conscious of your footprint on the Earth. We hope you enjoy! Much love, Lea + Fo xxx
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Eco Tan A spray tan before your wedding day seems to be a popular thing to do amongst brides. Unfortunately there are so many hidden nasties in spray tan solution that you would want to steer clear of most commercial applications. Eco Tan has come up with a safe, organic and eco-friendly solution. Made with 100% natural ingredients – 70% of which are certified organic – you can feel safe in the knowledge you aren’t putting anything harmful onto your skin and the results are fantastic! Ask your beauty therapist if they use Eco Tan or purchase your own self tanner, Invisible Tan, which comes in a self developing moisturiser from the Eco Tan website.
Squiggly Rainbows Eco brides and grooms alike will fall in love with the charm that is Squiggly Rainbows. Described as an artist of little lands, whimsy and willow, Squiggly Rainbows creates deliciously delightful terrariums and miniature gardens for weddings and events. Terrariums are a great eco system of plant life that need almost no care and can last for many, many years! What a great way to remember your special day. To create your own terrarium story for your big day contact Rachael.
Do you hear wedding bells ringing? If you’re looking for inspiration to create the most special, eco-conscious and budget-conscious wedding day, look no further.
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Olieve and Olie For the eco groom we stumbled upon this fabulous massage bar from Australian online store Olieve and Olie. Handcrafted with extra virgin olive oil and organic beeswax, this solid massage bar will melt on contact with skin, providing a soothing and nourishing experience. Pure and natural, this product is completely free from artificial additives and preservatives. In Like Flynn with Mr Mandarin: Mandarin, Patchouli & Ylang Ylang. Ingredients: Cocoa Butter, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Organic Beeswax, Shea Butter.
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The Old Museum – home of the Eco Wedding Fair
Tickets to the Eco Wedding Fair We are so excited to host the Eco Wedding Fair this August, held at the Old Museum, Brisbane. Australia’s first wedding fair of its kind, we’ll have the most innovative eco chic suppliers the country has to offer. Tickets: $10 presale / $15 at the door. Group discounts available too!
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we love Gillian Bell Cake Girl
Gillian Bell, the owner of Gillian Bell Cake Girl is a rarity when it comes to eco-friendly cakes. Made completely from scratch, using the finest and freshest organic ingredients that she can source, Gillian is making huge waves in the cake making industry. She sources her eggs, butter, flour and cream locally and tries to buy the products she needs from Australian growers and manufacturers if possible. She grows vegetables and flowers in her postage-stamp size, urban, organic garden to use in her cooking. Gillian is also a member of Food Connect and buys products from farmers within 4-5 hours of Brisbane. But we all know that the proof is in the pudding and this is where Gillian stands out from the rest. Using only the freshest, organic ingredients really does create a flavour party in your mouth. We love Gillian Bell Cake Girl and we can’t wait for you to meet her at this year's Eco Wedding Fair.
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Visit us at the Eco Bridal Fair for your chance to win your very own Eco Tutu
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After a chance (read: pub) meeting in the Northern Territory in 2010, Jimmy spontaneously proposed to Cas when she came to cheer him up on a bad day at work. Jimmy had wanted to ask her for a while, but couldn’t find the perfect moment. While Jimmy was talking to Cas at her car, he realised he was already kneeling on one knee so decided to create his own perfect moment! Both living eco-conscious lives, it was only natural for them to extend that to their wedding day. They chose not to send out invitations, and instead created their own website informing guests of all required info for the day. Their gorgeous edible centerpieces doubled as gifts for guests to take away with them. Their decorations were upcycled and DIY. Their caterer used locally sourced, in-season produce. Jimmy’s wedding ring is also made out of recycled palladium. Torrential rain during the week prior to their wedding day meant they had to completely change their plans, but fortunately the rain stopped long enough for some gorgeous photos at Wategos Beach. Both Cas and Jimmy agree that although their day ended up being different to what they had imagined, they wouldn’t change a thing. This very non-traditional wedding was also amazingly classy, yet also wonderfully relaxed – the entire day was an extension of both Cas and Jimmy’s personalities, from the start to finish. Jimmy began his day surfing, and was surrounded by a pod of dolphins (surely a good omen!). Cas started her day with yoga then brunch surrounded by the women closest to her. Then it was simply a matter of getting ready and celebrating. Cas will never forget the look on Jimmy’s face as he arrived to collect her for the ceremony and for her – that was the moment that they began their life as husband and wife. The look on everyone else’s face when they both had a shot of Patron tequila just before leaving for the ceremony was pretty special too! It was important to Cas and Jimmy that their celebration have a focus on exceptional food, music and drinks – it was an obvious success because the celebrations continued long after the mojitos ran out.
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El Hogan Photography BRIDE’S DRESS
George Wu Studio WEDDING PLANNER
Willow Tree Creative Services CAKE
Chris Hogarth (friend) CATERER
Francisco’s Table MAKEUP
Julie Corbett WEDDING DJ
Dom Miller and DJ Dan CEREMONY VENUE
Harvest Café
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Ewingsdale Hall LOCATION
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go green
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Romantic, glamourous, whimsical, boho, modern, or vintage – whatever your wedding style, you can create any of these gorgeous looks while still making eco-friendly, sustainable choices. Sometimes you just need to think outside the box. We have put together some inspirational looks for you, which all have an eco element or two: garden variety flowers; dresses made with vintage or recycled materials; recycled bottles; props collected from op shops; upcycled and retailored dresses; gorgeous jewellery pieces made from personal trinkets; and eco-friendly stationery printed on wood veneer. We hope you are inspired.
WORDS Lea Moate PHOTOGRAPHY Robert Coppa Photography STYLISTS Penny Adams (P.S. I Love You)
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He got down on one knee & asked if I would be his wife. Lauren & Daniel tell us about the night they got engaged: Lauren: Daniel proposed at a picnic at sunset on New Year’s Eve 2011 at a secluded beach on Stradbroke Island. He had put together a delicious picnic of fresh berries, cheese and champagne. After talking for a little while he got down on one knee and asked me if I would be his wife and I cried and it was the most wonderful afternoon. Daniel: At one stage we realised that someone had to drive back to the campsite, so I had to hold off the Laurent-Perrier and Lauren’s favourite local wine from Symphony Hill. Lauren: We were camping with friends at the time and when we got back to camp everyone was really excited and we went out and celebrated in “style” at the Stradbroke RSL! It was the best, bad roast that we’ve ever had, with Michael Jackson karaoke in the background. We ended the night watching the fireworks on the beach at midnight. We love camping! Lauren and Daniel’s wedding is the perfect example of how being eco conscious doesn’t mean you have to skimp on class! Their desire to have a wedding that had a positive impact on our world guided all their decision making for the day: compostable, biodegradable plates; 100% recycled paper serviettes; a recycled metal cake knife and splade; locally sourced food; dessert plates made from sugar cane; handmade bunting; recycled doilies; and paper straws. The groomsmen even rode bikes to the wedding venue! Instead of having wedding favours, Lauren and Daniel made donations to the Cambodian Village sponsored by their church home group. This was an insert into all of their wedding invitations: Rather than giving you a list of gifts that we would like to receive we ask that you please contribute to our wishing well. We are going to buy as many items as we can for our home from sources that employ ethical and earth friendly practices, including op-shops and recycled items. We hope that in this way, our wedding can benefit other people by contributing to systems with positive consequences for our world.
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Sehr Gut Josh DRESS
Upcycled from bride's mother DÉCOR
The Rubbish Removers Recycle Shop BRIDESMAIDS' OUTFITS
Fabled and True (made from vintage recycled fabrics) MAKEUP
White Blush DRINKS
Tyson Stelzer (wine) Andrew Sydes, Green Beacon (ale) ENGAGEMENT RING
Keshett (vintage jeweller) WEDDING BANDS
Egoli Jewellery (conflict-free diamonds) SHOES
TOMS GROOMS TUX + SHIRT
St Mark’s Church garage sale ($5.00!) VEST & ALTERATIONS
Retro Metro CATERER
Spice of Life Catering CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUE
Mount Tamborine Showgrounds LOCATION
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Spread the eco love to your wedding guests
You may have wedding guests that don’t live the eco lifestyle – why not get them involved leading up to the big day? There are plenty of ways to show your friends and family how to be green in a fun way. ASOS Green Room has come up with a few ideas that can keep your wedding guests eco-conscious before the big day. DIY Wedding Decorations DIY is a great way to recycle materials that would otherwise be heading for landfill – not to mention it can save you a few dollars! Have a look at our Eco Brides blog post on DIY Tin Can Lanterns, these are such great features if you're looking to create a romantic setting. You could even get your friends together and create place names and invitations using natural or recycled materials. There are many websites that have easy to follow instructions for DIY projects – just make sure you are using environmentally-friendly materials. DIY can be a fun night in with the girls and it gets everyone excited about the wedding! If you have creative friends, get them to take the lead. Otherwise, see if you can hire someone who specialises in crafts and DIY to help you create your decorations.
Clothes Swapping Statistics show that households throw out 17.7 kilos of clothes a week. So why not introduce your friends to a clothes swap night? This is especially useful for wedding guests who need something
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to wear to your big day. It’s a great way to have a positive impact on the environment by using the three Rs: reduce, reuse and recycle. This could be a fun, money-saving night in with the girls. Afterwards you can donate any unwanted clothes to a local op shop. There aren’t really any rules to clothes swapping, however it’s important to make sure that the quality is consistent – we want everyone to be happy with the swap. No need to stick to clothing; consider incorporating some accessories too! If you or your friends can't get enough swapping, there are many clothing-swap websites too.
Host an Eco-Friendly Party How about a fun, pre-wedding party? Get all your closest friends and family together for a day of eco-friendly fun. Choose an eco-friendly theme, such as a pot luck lunch! There are so many ways to throw an eco party. Simply holding it during the day will reduce the amount of electricity you use, so consider having it at a beach, local park or your own garden. If you do choose to have a party at night or in the evening, keep the
energy use to a minimum by using low electricity bulbs or beeswax candles rather than paraffin. Our personal favourite method is re-using old jars and bottles as candle holders and vases, because the low light creates a lovely, intimate mood. If you don't have enough tableware to accommodate your guests, consider requesting each person to bring along their own plates, cutlery and glasses, rather than purchasing plastic dinner sets that end up filling an entire bin at the end of the night. Alterntatively, you could purchase quality dinner sets from your local op shop, or try using biodegradable tableware made from bamboo, palm leaf or recycled paper. Encourage guests to shop at their local deli and supermarkets to reduce their carbon footprint, and use organic ingredients when making their dishes. Just remember – it’s also about using what you’ve got, so if you have a musically (or otherwise) gifted friend, why not get them to provide the entertainment? These are just a few simple ways to get your guests involved in the ecolifestyle. Show them that it doesn’t have to be difficult or boring.
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Treehenge wedding packages Celebrate your wedding with a living symbol of eternity - a native tree planted in our Treehenge. Watch it grow as your relationship grows online and on Google Earth!
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Packages also include celebration trees for your guests or wedding party, to offset transport impacts or to let your guests know they can ditch the toaster and give a unique gift. Find out more at: www.treehenge.com.au/actnow/weddingpackages
Myanmar an undiscovered beauty
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Burma (or Myanmar, as it is now known) is not your obvious honeymoon destination. But for the newlyweds looking for something other than cocktails by the pool, this may be your perfect destination. Cas and her husband, Jimmy, recently visited the region on their own honeymoon.
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ince gaining Independence from the British in 1948 Myanmar has continued to experience one of the longest running civil wars in history. Placed under military rule from 1962 to 2010, Myanmar was cut off from the outside world. All media, technology, and even International Development Aid were forbidden, and in the process Myanmar became even less developed than it had been 40 years ago. But don’t let this deter you from visiting this fascinating country. With The Lady (Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s opposition leader and famous political prisoner) approving independent travel in 2010, and then trade, economic and political sanctions being lifted in 2012, travelers are flocking to what has been dubbed 2013’s hotspot. However, we recommend doing your homework before setting off on your Myanmar adventure. Myanmar is predominantly Theravada Buddhist, and nowhere is it more obvious than Mandalay: the city of temples and monasteries. One could spend a whole week visiting pagodas and monasteries, and even take a course
in Vipassana Meditation; however, there is another side to this cultural city. Vibrance and life exude the very pores of Mandalay: endless markets with smells and colour to appease all your senses, welcoming locals call you in to try their food, children play gleefully; and, of course, there's poverty. This isn’t the typical honeymoon of the privileged; cocooned in luxury. You’re bound to be confronted by poverty, filth, begging, and parades of children being offered by their families to monasteries (because becoming a monk or nun provides them with a better life). In slight contrast, Ngapili on the central western coast (Bay of Bengal) is a resort town with long stretches of white sandy beaches, which has continued to entertain tourists throughout the past twenty years – particularly older Europeans. The air is clean (possibly some of the cleanest in Asia) which allows for pleasant afternoon bike rides. Fishing is the source of income for the Ngapili villagers, which means your dinner was most likely caught metres from your beachside restaurant. Fresh water is supplied from a local spring, however with ever-increasing tourism (up 30% in 2012) the dry season has started to affect water supplies. Another ecological concern (as with the rest of the country) is the complete lack of waste management. This is not unusual in developing countries, as waste disposal comes way down the list of priorities when trying to feed, shelter and clothe your family. However, with the villagers livelihood depending on fishing, one would wonder how long before the water pollution affects the fishing supply. eco travel // 77
Hermit crabs scuttle around bungalow doorsteps, birds chirp their sweet melodies throughout the day, and squirrels scamper along roofs and trees.
By far, a highlight of this magical region would have to be a visit to Myanmar Andaman Resort. Being given the opportunity to visit a region Lonely Planet state they know “very little about” is every global wanderer’s dream. This island exceeded all expectations and we can’t thank our hosts enough for their overwhelmingly generous hospitality. Myanmar Andaman Resort is located on McLeod Island in the Myeik Archipeligo. One of 800 islands dotted in the Andaman Sea in the most southern parts of Myanmar (Burma), it is remarkably one of only three resorts in the area. Traveling to the resort from Yangon should be left to those with an adventurous spirit. It takes a whole day to reach the resort, firstly traveling by plane (which makes two pit stops on the way) to Kawthung (Victoria Point). From there you will be met on the tarmac by resort staff to ensure you pass through immigration easily. It is impossible to move freely in this area. Should you not be staying at one of the three resorts in the archipelago, movement outside of Kawthung is prohibited. You will be driven half an hour to the port in order to catch the boat to McLeod Island. The three hour boat ride will take you past endless deserted islands, and directly into the midst of a spectacular sunset. Arriving at the resort you will be greeted with a glass of red wine prior to the first of your exceptional four course meals. Myanmar Andaman Resort claims to have one of the best chefs in all of Myanmar, and we can definitely attest to that. The accommodation is true Eco Lodge style: simple bungalows on the beach gracing you with the tranquil sound of gentle waves breaking on the shore, which is ever so inviting for early morning swims. The resort has been constructed in a style that aims to be as non-invasive as possible to the surrounding environment; however, one should prepare to be met by just that at any stage. Hermit crabs scuttle around bungalow doorsteps, birds chirp their sweet melodies throughout the day and squirrels scamper along roofs and trees. Naturists and adventurists will find McLeod Island a dream come true. Scuba diving, snorkeling, sea kayaking, and hiking are all on the daily agenda. If you are fortunate enough to be present on a Monday the island staff will take you on a snorkeling trip where you may encounter “sea gypsies” who will trade 78 // eco travel
your soon to be lunch for fresh drinking water. Oh, and did we mention that the boat will just pull up at the next deserted island and your amazing tour guide (by day)/chef (by night) will build a fire and cook your lunch right there on the rocks? This is truly a five star island for eco-minded people. Peaceful, tranquil, and stunning. It would be almost impossible not to completely relax on this paradise island.
Eco Practices The island’s electricity is provided in the form of two diesel generators. The larger generator that allows for air conditioning and hot water is only turned on between 6.30am and 9.30am and then again from 2.30pm to 12.00am. Fresh water is sourced from the natural spring on the island. While bottled water is available, guests are discouraged from purchasing it. Seafood is served six nights a week and is purchased from local fishermen who trade fish, squid, prawns, etc. for fresh drinking water. Once per week, the resort will serve meat that has been purchased from Thailand. Unfortunately, the resort has not been able to grow their own organic vegetables as it interfered with the natural habitat. However, they source their produce from Thailand and (where possible) ensure it is organic.
Travel Advice Cash! Carry lots of clean, crisp U.S. dollars (no folds nor tears). Despite technology rapidly making its way into the country, ATMs that accept foreign cards can still only be found in airports, with an extra five scattered around Yangon. Accommodation is expensive. U.S. $100/night will only provide you with a basic room with air conditioning. Be mindful of the political and social landscape; make yourself aware of the dos and don’ts in Burma/Myanmar. It is important you don’t unintentionally cause problems for these long suffering people. Independent travel in a country such as Burma which has the ability to support development and job creation, it also inevitably contributes at least some support (monetary) to a military regime which has performed horrific atrocities on its people.
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what flowers are in season at the time of your wedding. firstly find out
Ask your florist to try and source only locally grown produce. If possible, go for a pesticide free option, and avoid imported flowers if you can.
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Native flowers and foliage are the most sustainable options of all. Make sure that your florist is sourcing from a reputable grower.
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Certain botanical elements from your bouquet could be replanted afterwards. For example, succulents and geraniums, as well as many other plants that can regrow after a snip.
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Use recycled vessels as vases. Collect jam jars, shop for recycled and vintage vases, and cover old tomato tins with fabric or decorative paper. Get creative!
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Table flowers can be given to guests to take home as wedding favours.
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After meeting at an 18th birthday at a club in Tamworth, then being together for 11 years, it was a case of, “Let’s get married, hey?” Then came the soppy proposal. However, this suited this couple to a T! With both Deon and Tiarni having a connection to the earth, this couple felt that even their wedding day needed to be eco-friendly. They also wanted a family-friendly, relaxed and fun day, which friends and family only knew to be an engagement party. The wedding was a surprise for everyone! Homemade bunting (created from discontinued fabric samples and ribbon) were used to decorate Deon and Tiarni’s gorgeous land that surrounds their house. Guests were encouraged to take some home with them – along with the oriental umbrellas that were hung around the garden. All celebrations took place during the day, so no electricity was used for lighting, and gas was used to cook and heat food. All napkins and paper Chinese boxes were recycled. Ice tubs held beverages for guests, and an old Volkswagen car part was used in the place of a guest book! Deon and Tiarni’s wedding had so many adorable personal touches, including the cake topper that was an exact replica of their 1964 Volkswagen beetle – right down to the same number plate! They also included some traditional Dutch elements such as croquettes and salted herrings to represent Deon’s Dutch heritage, and also an Asian component of satay beef and money bags representing Tiarni’s side. Most of the decorations that were used were either related to nature or made from natural ingredients, which represented Deon and Tiarni’s love for where they live and their connection with nature. Tiarni recalls her favourite part of the day as being when they had photos taken at the river close to their property: “After the mayhem of preparing for the day and the emotion of the ceremony, it was nice to be in a quiet and tranquil place that means a lot to us and holds nice memories. You spend so much time mixing with guests on the day that it was nice to spend that quality time together.” We feel that an engagement turned wedding day is something that Deon and Tiarni’s guests will always remember!
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uv a green table to dine at Imagine a dining experience that embraces artisan produce, supports local farmers and growers, and uses seasonal botanicals throughout its menu – Biota Dining is exactly that.
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ocated in the NSW southern highlands town of beautiful Bowral is this two-hatted, award winning restaurant, renowned for excitement and innovation. It’s the perfect place to have your environmentally conscious wedding. Biota Dining’s constant study and devotion on the extraction of both taste and aroma in all plant and animal form is an integral part of their cycle. Biota’s food is produce and technique driven, focussing on local products from the surrounding area. Foraging as well as propagating have become a large part of their gastronomic journey. Their onsite automated glasshouse grows over 40 varieties of seed imported from France, The Netherlands and local suppliers, which gives Biota a constant seasonal harvest of shoots, cresses and seedlings being served on a daily basis. They also have their very own kitchen garden which puts a self sustainable stamp on the restaurant. The picturesque surrounds of the restaurant make a stunning backdrop for your intimate ceremony with the amalgamation of nature, art and design in a stunning 600 metre space. The vast tiered garden, home to the restaurant’s glass house and kitchen garden, is a sprawling mass of green that greets each guest. The restaurant’s indoor-outdoor space offers aesthetic beauty and flexibility for all seasons. The garden and its stone courtyard with outdoor fireplace and daybeds are perfect for a summer cocktail menu. We give it five out of five green thumbs up for the perfect eco wedding venue.
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beautiful bridal skin in five steps
So... you’re getting married! As every bride-to-be knows, that means lots of photos. Don't worry, there’s no need to splurge on expensive facials and treatments – especially when the wedding is pricey enough. Lauren Shuttleworth has compiled a step-by-step beauty regime that features organic, ecofriendly products from a range of great Australian skincare brands.
Cleanse Most brides-to-be will do this already, but it’s important to invest in a good cleanser that will look after your particular skin type. For oily to normal skin, try a foaming or gel cleanser like Kora Organics Foaming Cleanser (90ml, $44.95). For normal to dry skin types, a cream cleanser is better. Sukin Organic Cream Cleanser (125ml, $9.95) is a fantastic and economical choice. Be sure to cleanse morning and night, and don’t forget to cleanse twice in the evening: once to remove makeup and product build up from the surface of your skin, and once again to cleanse deep into your skin.
Exfoliate For truly glowing bridal skin, you’ll need to exfoliate. Cleansing purifies your pores, but exfoliating creates an extra polished surface. To see the benefits you’ll need to exfoliate regularly (about two to three times per week). This will gently buff away the dead skin cells and reveal brand new skin underneath. We love Australian Bush Essences Gentle Exfoliator Cream (50 ml, $22.95) and Kora Organics Exfoliator Cream (100ml, $54.95).
Face Mask The little extra things you do for your skin go a long way. Once a week, and then twice a week for the last two weeks, apply a nourishing face mask. Our favourites are Savi Australia Organic Face Clay Powder (50ml, $17.95) and for something extra special, Sodashi Brightening Marine Mineral Mask (50ml, $110). You could also try our homemade DIY facemasks.
Serum Up After you cleanse/exfoliate/mask (depending on where you’re at in the weekly regime) apply a serum or face oil. These will hydrate and feed the deeper layers of the skin, helping it to plump up and reduce any fine lines. A fantastic allnatural face oil is rose-hip oil, our favourite being Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil (20ml, $21.95). But to give your skin some serious love, try the Sodashi Rejuvenating Serum (30ml, $106.50). Apply morning and night.
Moisturise The final step is of course to moisturise. For mornings I prefer something light and fast absorbing, such as Kora Organics Hydrating Day and Night Cream (50ml, $59.95). At night you can try something richer, like Sukin Moisture Restoring Night Cream (120ml, $19.95)
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Fairyfolk Weddings Place Cards
MizBonRoom Personalised Straws
These delightful wedding place cards will enchant your wedding guests. They double as wedding favours too so your guests will be thrilled to take home their monogrammed nests to remind them of your special day.
These adorable customised paper straws (which can also be seen in our Real Eco Wedding of Cas and Jimmy’s) make a gorgeous personalised touch to your wedding! Not only are they retro and cute, but they’re completely biodegradable.
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Better Off Wed Cake Topper
DoodleEtte Chalkboard Sign
Your Better Off Wed cake topper is more than a one-time wedding day decoration — it’s an heirloom. After the big day, place it next to your wedding photo, frame it in a shadow box, or use a ribbon to create a tree ornament.
This gorgeous, fully personalised chalkboard sign will add a unique touch to any wedding, engagement, shower, or anniversary! It’s a perfect prop for photoshoots on your big day and doubles as a keepsake for years to come.
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we love The Smoothie Cycle
What is there not to love about a pedalpowered smoothie stall? Using 100% certified organic ingredients and a gorgeous bike to boot, The Smoothie Cycle is a unique and self-sustainable way of making a deliciously healthy drink. Brooke and Robbie pedal the finest organic smoothies at markets, festivals and even weddings! We think The Smoothie Cycle would be a great addition to your wedding day to satisfy your thirsty guests.
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With Brent a jeweller & CJ a fashion designer, you can imagine the type of wedding they created for themselves. Hint: lots of DIY. Holding an eco-friendly wedding day at their home in Belgrave, Victoria, just made sense to the couple. “It’s how we live every day, so there was no reason to do anything differently.” They made planning the wedding their project for twelve months, and came up with a ‘rag doll tea party’ theme, which influenced the design of their outfits; both of which were created from recycled, vintage and remnant materials. CJ’s dress, which was her own creation, was a gorgeous and sentimental piece containing pieces of family jewellery as well as remnants from both her mother and mother-in-law’s wedding dresses. It was a collage of lace, silk, cotton and linen, all in beautiful hues of cream, gold and white. Brent, being a jewellery designer, made the wedding rings himself and even amalgamated CJ’s engagement ring into her new wedding band. All elements from the engagement ring were used in creating a unique and heirloom piece for CJ’s wedding ring. So many other elements to their day were eco friendly. Brent spent seven months home-brewing 160 long necks of various beers in reclaimed bottles. They collected assorted jars, bought soy wax and made over 200 candles for the day. They even made cushions from the grass with remnant fabrics and recycled plastic bottle cushion stuffing! Their wedding stationery and invitations were printed by Black Rainbow, a printing business that use 100% solar powered printers and who have a range of 40 or more recycled card stocks. All catering was done by a local café who prides itself on local produce. When asked about their favourite memory from the day Brent reflects fondly on their first dance: “We aren’t the type to have a first dance, however our first dance together on the day was when it started to rain and everyone ran for cover. We weren’t really in our bodies most of the day and it was a moment when we returned to one another. We danced to Billie Holiday’s ‘The Very Thought of You’. I like this moment because our photographer had to leave briefly, so no photos were taken of our dance except for a blurry, out of focus polaroid. I find that photo one of the most beautiful we own.”
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Linda Pottage (Bluehouse Studio) WEDDING DRESS
Twisted Fig
BRIDESMAIDS OUTFITS
Twisted Fig PRINTING
Black Rainbow CAKE
Chocolate Sensation RINGS
Brent Dakis Jewellery CATERER
Magpie Café CELEBRANT
Sally Cant CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUE
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paper bouquet Create a truly unique bouquet for your wedding day that won’t even wilt. Penny Adams from P.S. I Love You shows us how to make a gorgeous paper bouquet, using materials from opshops and her own backyard. You’ll Need Recycled card Patterned paper Fine tipped scissors Standard scissors Gluegun Bamboo/paddlepop sticks Old book pages Quilling tool Feathers Seeds Seedpods Wooden flowers Dried flowers Vintage lace Organza ribbon
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Rolled Rosettes: using the recycled card or patterned paper, cut a circle about 20cm in diameter cut a spiral starting from the outside edge of the circle, working your way to the centre coil the paper tightly starting from the outside edge of the spiral (again working your way to the centre) until you have a tightly coiled rosette release the coil and your flower should sit nicely in your hand add some glue to the centre of the coil and press gently so that it sticks to the rest of the flower attach each rosette to an extra long bamboo or paddlepop stick see the full tutorial:
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Fringed Flowers: cut old book pages into strips that are 1.5cm wide and as long as possible make small cuts (about 8mm deep) every 1-1.5mm across the long edge of the strip roll the fringe that you’ve just created into a tight coil using a quilling tool apply a small amount of glue on the end and let it dry fold the fringe outwards with your fingers to form the fringe petals attach each flower to an extra long bamboo or paddlepop stick see the full tutorial:
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The Finishing Touches: attach feathers, seeds and seedpods individually to extra long bamboo or paddle pop sticks you should now have a collection of paper flowers, dried and wooden flowers, feathers, seeds and seedpods to start assembling your bouquet gather all of your individual items and start to piece together, creating height by using the longer items towards the back and bringing your smaller and shorter pieces towards the front once you have all of your pieces assembled into a bouquet, wrap the base with your vintage lace (make sure you keep it nice and snug) tie off the lace at the back finish it off with a piece of organza ribbon
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Looking for a natural way to nourish and rehydrate your skin? Try these fabulous face masks that will leave your skin soft, glowing and ready for your big day. Perfect for the budget-conscious bride, all of these ingredients can be found in your kitchen pantry.
The Breakfast Mask Full of protein and whole grains, this mask is perfect for correcting and calming oily skin.
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Egg yolk Organic honey Olive oil Oatmeal
combine one egg yolk, one tablespoon of organic honey, one tablespoon of olive oil (yes – olive oil!) and half a cup of oat meal apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes rinse with lukewarm water moisturise
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Organic Banana Mask Designed for all skin types, this tropical mask will give your skin a healthy bridal glow.
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Banana Fresh orange juice Organic honey
mash one half of a banana combine the mashed banana with one tablespoon of freshly squeezed orange juice and one tablespoon of organic honey apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 15 minutes rinse with lukewarm water moisturise
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eco bridal gowns
We sat down with Brisbane bridal wear designer George Wu to find out how he got started and to get his take on being eco friendly in the fashion industry. Tell us about yourself – where you started, what you do, how you got to where you are now? I was the student who had never sewn anything before commencing a fashion design course – I thought that was why I was there! I studied fashion design at MSIT and QUT in Brisbane, where I learned about clothing creation and the reasons for my work as a creative person. My graduation collection was the start of my career, and stockists gave me the confidence to design more collections. But it’s the passion of craftsmanship and the fine appreciation of luxury textiles that lead me into the bridal industry. Having a point of difference in design and quality in the making of clothes is what landed me a firm presence in the fashion industry – that’s something that will never be replaced with marketing hype. How do you make your business eco friendly? I encourage everyone around me in the workplace to really think about recycling to start with. If everyone makes a little difference, think about how much change we can all make as a collective. I also talk about how to minimize wastage such as fabric cutting, paper re-use, power, water consumption and believe a little change from everyone makes a better world for our next generation. One example of how our design house is eco-friendly is we plan all sewn pieces to be done at the ironing stage, and then turn on the iron to do them all in one go before switching off. Rather than turning the iron on and off each time you need to iron because more warm-up means more power consumed. I cannot stress these little changes enough; it really makes a difference and it also reduces operational costs for businesses. Why is it important to adopt eco-friendly policies? It’s a way of life, and a philosophy that makes me a better person because I feel I am contributing to the world, even if it’s just a small contribution. There are billions of us on this planet and a little contribution from billions makes a whole lot of difference. Eco-friendly doesn’t just mean saving green-house emission, it’s a belief in taking the least possible from nature and maximizing what is given to us. There are
rewards emotionally and financially, too. At the end of the day, we all have a part of us that needs to feel like we are an important being. Helping the world be a better place is a very rewarding journey. Do you think that the fashion industry will head in a more eco friendly way? Why? Why not? It’s a question I ask myself regularly… my answer is yes and no. I think businesses and corporations are influenced by the consumers that it’s their responsibility to be eco-friendly. This is not an ethical belief from within; rather it’s driven from consumer expectations. Reading about fashion philosophy you will often find “beauty” comes with a price… and I don’t mean money. It is in our nature, the excess is considered beautiful unfortunately. The best examples are textile embellishments: they are beautiful to look at but don’t serve a purpose in keeping us safe or warm. Why do we do it? Because it’s an excessive/ wasteful thing, and our eye considers it “beautiful”. Unfortunately, a true eco-friendly dress should be an ugly sack, but that’s not presentable. Therefore, we all desire the amazing dress with details, which costs our environment. It’s a really meaningful thing for me to think about how “eco friendly” and “fashion/beauty” mix. This will be a neverending debate, whether the fashion industry should be moving towards “eco friendly” or not. Of course, the eco-friendly movement is spreading wide amongst consumers. But I often ask myself: is this phenomenon a consumer belief or just an expectation on businesses? Finally...any advice for any brides out there looking for a more eco friendly wedding gown designer? I guess the best way is to have a governing body in the industry for standards. Too many businesses can have an “eco-friendly” or “sustainable” tag on their products but I don’t even know what they mean by that. I would love to see authoritative organisations taking this seriously and controlling how the words are used. Unfortunately, I think there is no way to search for a more eco-friendly wedding gown designer because not many will open their studio for consumers to see how it really is in the workplace. Hopefully that’ll change in the future. I do believe the best in people and I am sure most swing tags do mean what they say.
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HONEYMOONS with heart
Usually when we think of honeymoons, we picture lazy days by the beach, luxury bungalows and fruity cocktails at sunset. But for some couples, the ideal honeymoon is an opportunity to make a difference.
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Volunteer holidays, or ‘voluntours’ have rapidly grown in popularity over the past few years, and newlyweds are jumping in on the action too. Whether it be caring for rescued animals, teaching school children or assisting with conservation projects – what better way to kick off your new life together than by giving something back? Volunteer at an Elephant Rescue, Thailand A few hours outside of the enchanting city of Chiang Mai lays the Elephant Nature Park – a 250 acre sanctuary and elephant rescue centre. You can volunteer for up to two weeks, caring for elephants that have been rescued from the tourist trekking and illegal logging trades. Volunteers get involved in activities such as feeding the elephants, cleaning up their night-time stalls, planting new crops and bathing the elephants in the river. There is of course no elephant riding, but instead volunteers get the chance to experience elephants close-up in their natural surrounds – free from the confines of a circus or trekking harness.
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Teach at an Orphanage, Kenya Volunteer travel companies such as GVI Australia and African Impact offer some fantastic ‘voluntours’ all around the world. One such voluntour takes place in wild and beautiful Kenya, where you can spend up to six weeks teaching school children at a local orphanage. Volunteers assist children with classwork in the mornings, and the afternoons are spent playing games, singing songs, painting, or starting up an impromptu soccer match. And with free time on the weekends, newlyweds can visit one of the nearby game lodges, and spot the “big five” on an African safari.
ä www.africanimpact.com å Conserve the Reef, Orpheus Island For newlywed dive enthusiasts, you may consider signing up to Earthwatch’s new conservation project on Orpheus Island. ‘Recovery of the Reef’ takes diving volunteers to one of Australia’s most spectacular sites: The Great Barrier Reef. Divers conduct underwater surveys to see how the reef is recovering from recent cyclones and to access the condition of the coral. Choose an expedition ranging between 8-15 days. It makes for one adventurous and unique honeymoon!
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Using Dane’s old Lego, the couple created handmade and personalised buttonholes for each groomsman. After a Valentine’s Day proposal in 2011 and a long engagement, Lauren and Dane chose the Hunter Valley to get married. However, after a few months and some back and forth conversations, they later decided that their romantic and spiritual home was Byron Bay and made the decision to relocate their wedding. The couple chose to have a relaxed and non-formal day, one that reflected their love and respect for nature as well as their cultural background. Lauren wore a custom designed Melanie Ford gown and the groomsmen kept it natural and neutral in beige waistcoats. Bridesmaids’ dresses were a steal at only $100 each and the girls individualised their look with their hair, shoes and jewellery. We can’t tell you how much we love the men’s buttonholes! Using Dane’s old Lego that his mum had kept, they made individual buttonholes for each groomsman. The couple had a great time assembling characters with Dane as the doctor, Lauren’s father the sheriff with 2 shot guns and Dane’s father the chief. Each piece reflected their work role or the role they played in the couple’s lives. Lauren’s mum came up with the table decorations using hundreds of doilies from Lauren’s grandmother in South Africa and a collection from op shops, she stitched them together to make gorgeous table runners. They also found an old collection of bottles from Lauren’s uncles house that were dug out of the ground in South Africa. The rest of the décor was knick-knacks from their parents, with African heads and candelabras adding to the uniqueness of each table. Lauren says, “Every minute of our wedding was amazing.” It sure looked like an amazing wedding to us.
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Down Banglow Road VENUE
Fig Tree Restaurant and Rooms BRIDE'S DRESS
Designs by Melanie Ford BRIDE’S SHOES
Wittner Shoes GROOM'S SUIT
Armani
BRIDESMAIDS' OUTFITS
Sheike
MAKEUP
April Harvie HAIR
Byron Bay Hair CAKE
Let Them Eat Cake FLORIST
Flowers on the Run LOCATION
Byron Bay, NSW
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