The GV Bridal Co - Spring Edition 4

THE GOULBURN VALLEYS ONLINE WEDDING DIRECTORY S P R I N G E D I T I O N 4 - T H E GV B R I DA L CO

O N T H E COV E R Photography // Lisa Nardella Photography D r e s s / / M i c h e l e ’s B r i d a l

S u i t / / Ta l i s m a n M e n s w e a r

Hair // Gloss Hair & Beauty

Flowers // Sim ply Stems

Jewellery // Blizzards Fine Jewelers + Nixon + Maude Location // Noorilim Estate

Couple // Nicky + Chris

S P R I N G E D I T I O N 4 - T H E GV B R I DA L CO - P U B L I S H E D 0 1 . 1 0 . 1 6 1 7 0 A C O R I O S T R E E T , S H E P PA R T O N / / h e l l o @ t h e b r i d a l c o . c o m . a u / / © 2 0 1 6 T h e GV B r i d a l Co w w w. t h e b r i d a l c o. c o m . a u

0418 395 655

Lisa Nardella Photography

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FROM THE BRIDAL CO TEAM Dreams do come true!

I sat and took a moment at our last photoshoot, actually taking in what was happening around me.

Ye a r s a g o I h a d

dreamt of surrounding myself with a tribe of people who inspired me, amazed me a n d m o r e i m p o r t a n t l y l ove d t h e Va l l ey and the possibilities of sharing it with the world as much as I did.

And here it was

sta r i n g m e i n t h e fa ce.

The journey of Bridal Co has astounded me and the direction it has evolved to is nothing shor t of incredible.

I knew we

h a d i n s a n e l y ta l e nte d p e op l e o ffe r i n g t h e i r ex p e r t i s e i n t h e We d d i n g I n d u s t r y l o c a l l y, b u t I d i d n ’ t k n ow j u s t h ow m a n y.

And whats more, we get to share these amazing people and our superb region w i t h yo u i n t h e p l at fo r m o f o u r o n l i n e directory and e-mag!

We c e l e b r a t e a ye a r o f o u r e - m a g t h i s e d i t i o n a n d l o o k fo r wa rd to s h o u t i n g o u r milestone from the roof top in the coming months.

Until the next installment, dream big and enjoy our local palate of marital g o rg e o u s n e s s i n t h e fo l l ow i n g p a g e s .

- RACHEL X

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LOCAL FAIRYTALE LAND..

F o r E d i t i o n # 4 we we r e l u c k y e n o u g h t o b e a b l e t o ex p l o r e t h e n o t s o fa r a wa y wo n d e r l a n d o f N o o r i l i m E s t a t e.

A m a g i c a l fa i r y t a l e c a s t l e r i g h t i n t h e b a c k ya r d o f t h e GV !

NOORILIM ESTATE - A LOCAL FAIRYTALE Driving up the driveway towards Noorilim the suspence was killing me! After attending an open day at Noorilim Estate when I was younger, it became for us, one of those family traditions. Every trip to Melbourne, Mum and Dad would have us flag pole spotting over the trees as we passed by on the highway to see tower of Noorilim. As the years went on the trees grew taller and taller and Noorilim became a distant memory.

You can’t even imagine my excitment as I busted through the doors at the office to tell everyone that Noorilim was alive again!

Relative’s of the original owners, The Menzie’s Family are opening the gates again to the public, not only for tours and events but for WEDDINGS! The estate has had over 10 owners in it’s time since commissioned by William Irving Winter in 1879. It was one of many grand homesteads built by the Winter family who once held a quarter of a million acres of pastoral land at the peak of their operations.

The others include Dhurrengile, a 68-room mansion north of Murchison built in 1877 by William’s older brother James

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The historic homestead, much loved and beautifully restored has matured gracefully, secreted from the main road by it’s winding tree-lined approach and nestled amidst it’s extensive botanical gardens. The long driveway leading to Noorilim is flanked by the vineyards and an avenue of tall eucalyptus. The merging of parkland and viticulture is enhanced by the peacocks and bird life who make themselves at home in the vineyards and gardens.

The grounds of Noorilim Estate provide a picturesque timeless setting to exchange nuptials and create your special memories.

Our extensive network of feature gardens, lawns, fountains, ornamental lake, historic water tower, vineyards, orchard, river and bushland ensure endless possibilities for ceremonies, receptions, photography and celebration.

We are truly lucky to have such a gem in our own backyard and lucky enough to be able to shoot our Black Tie Botanical photoshoot for edition #4 on the grounds of Noorilim. We spent the day wandering the gardens, photographing the barn reception area and imagineing the wedding of our dreams.

- from www.noorilimestate.com.au

BLACK TIE BOTANICAL Photography // Lisa Nardella Photography + Ginger & Mint Photography D r e s s / / M i c h e l e ’s B r i d a l + F o r m a l W e a r S u i t s / / Ta l i s m a n M e n s w e a r Ve n u e / / N o o r i l i m E s t a t e S t y l i n g / / H e n ’s Te e t h T r a d i n g H a i r & M a ke - u p / / G l o s s H a i r & B e a u t y B o u t i q u e Flowers // Sim ply Stems Boutique Florist J e w e l l e r y / / B l i z z a r d ’s F i n e J e w e l e r s + N i x o n + M a u d e

Photography // Lisa Nardella Photography

Photography // Lisa Nardella Photography

Photography (this page) // Ginger + Mint Photography D r e s s / / M i c h e l e ’s B r i d a l H a i r & M a ke u p / / G l os s H a i r & B ea u t y Jewellery // Nixon + Maude

Photography // Ginger + Mint Photography Ve n u e / / N o o r i l i m E s t a t e D r e s s / / M i c h e l e ’s B r i d a l H a i r & M a ke u p / / G l os s H a i r & B ea u t y Flowers // Sim ply Stems Boutique Florist

Photography // Ginger + Mint Photography

Photography // Ginger + Mint Photography J e w e l l e r y / / B l i z z a r d ’s F i n e J e w e l e r s S u i t / / Ta l i s m a n M e n s w e a r

Photography // Ginger + Mint Photography Jewellery // Blizzards Fine Jewelers H a i r & M a ke u p / / G l os s H a i r & B ea u t y (18)

Flowers // Sim ply Stems Boutique Florist

Photography // Lisa Nardella Photography Jewellery // Nixon + Maude D r e s s e s / / M i c h e l e ’s B r i d a l H a i r & M a ke u p / / G l os s H a i r & B ea u t y

Photography // Lisa Nardella Photography Flowers // Sim ply Stems Boutique Florist H a i r & M a ke u p / / G l os s H a i r & B ea u t y D r e s s / / M i c h e l e ’s B r i d a l S u i t / / Ta l i s m a n M e n s w e a r

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Photography // Ginger + Mint Photography J e w e l l e r y / / B l i z z a r d ’s F i n e J e w e l e r s S t y l i n g / / H e n ’s Te e t h T r a d i n g

Photography // Ginger + Mint Photography Ve n u e / / N o o r i l i m D r e s s / / M i c h e l e ’s B r i d a l S u i t / / Ta l i s m a n M e n s w e a r H a i r & M a ke u p / / G l os s H a i r & B ea u t y Jewellery // Blizzards Fine Jewelers Hair Piece // Nixon + Maude

Photography // Ginger + Mint Photography S t y l i n g / / H e n ’s T e e t h T r a d i n g Flowers // Sim ply Stems Boutique Florist

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Photography // Ginger & Mint Photography S t y l i n g / / H e n ’ s Te e t h T r a d i n g Flowers // Sim ply Stems Boutique Florist

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BLACK TIE BOTANICAL Photography // Ginger & Mint Photography + Lisa Nardella Photography D r e s s / / M i c h e l e ’s B r i d a l + F o r m a l W e a r S u i t s / / Ta l i s m a n M e n s w e a r Ve n u e / / N o o r i l i m E s t a t e S t y l i n g / / H e n ’s Te e t h T r a d i n g H a i r & M a ke - u p / / G l os s H a i r & B ea u t y B o u t i q u e Flowers // Sim ply Stems Boutique Florist J e w e l l e r y / / B l i z z a r d ’s F i n e J e w e l e r s & N i x o n + M a u d e

Photography // Ginger & Mint Photography

B R I D A L

A C C O M M O D A T I O N

325 Poplar Ave, Orrvale, 3631 // 0410 561 934 // www.thechurches.com.au

74 McLennan Street Mooroopna // (03) 5825 5170

Images from Intimo Instagram

THE CLASSY HEN - BRIDAL SHOWERS FOR THE LADIES More and more ladies are turning away from the traditional embarrassment of a Hen’s day or weekend and opting for a more tame day with the ladies. Long gone are the willy straws and condom veils. Gather the girls as we introduce new alternatives!!

Planning a stylish celebration for the hen can include anything from Lingerie parties, floral workshops, pampering or even a yoga session - the possibilities are endless!

Sheree Smith - Intimo Bra Fit Specialist and queen of the ladies night shared with us some of her wisdom about creating the perfect day or night for the Bride to Be… “ With the Intimo professional bra fitting service we will find the right shapes and styles to suit both your dress and your body shape within an exclusive VIP

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service. We bring the boutique to you for professional one-on-one fittings, whether it’s an afternoon tea or girls night in, all you need to do is relax, have fun and leave the pampering to us!”

All guests at the hen’s day can purchase something special for themselves too, all while helping the ‘bride to be’ purchase the perfect wedding day set and the new “Mrs” lingerie wardrobe.

Another option could be hosting a Flower Crown workshop that will see you and the girls getting hands on to create your own masterpieces you can wear into the night! Simply Stems now have private group bookings available.

Pampering is a long time tradition that has aged well. Wellsprings can put together spa experiences to refresh and beautify the gorgeous hen + her ladies.

Sheree Smith Independent Bra Fit Specialist www.intimo.com.au T: 0419 396 606 | E: sheree.smith@intimo.com.au F www.facebook.com/sheree.smith.intimo

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SAO + PATRICK Photography || Lisa Nardella Photography Ceremony || St Brendan’s Church Reception || The Olivehouse Flowers || Blossom with Love Suits || Talisman Menswear Hair || Libinskis Make Up || Esaje - Sarah Borman Cake || Amy Hawking Bridal Party Gifts || Graham Hill Eyecare

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“Neither of us are from Sheppar ton. It would have been understandable if we had the wedding in either Melbourne or Byron B a y, w h e r e o u r fa m i l i e s a r e fr o m . H oweve r, we c a l l S h e p p a r t o n o u r h o m e a n d w e w a n t e d t o s h a r e o u r l i fe w i t h o u r l o v e d o n e s .�

Lisa Nardella Photography

THE BRIDESMAID DIARIES Being asked to be a bridesmaid or maid of honour really is such an honour but it is hard to know what your role is as the Chief Bridesmaid. You begin to google what your job is, how to throw a bridal shower, how to write your speech and then you start searching pinterest for the latest ideas on what will make you the BEST standout bridesmaid ever!

When Brides choose their bridesmaids, their choice is usually based on the people closest to them, old friends, their favourite cousin or their sisters. The last thing on their mind when choosing is thoughts of who will throw the best hens party or make the cutest decorations. Its common for brides to choose someone they feel comfortable talking to, someone they can be themselves around and someone who will be honest with them.

Its usually a combination of different important people in their lives that have been on the bridesmaid ‘mental’ list for some time.

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There are so many articles and blogs about being a bridesmaid and what makes a good bridesmaid but its usually the simplest things that mean the most, being there to talk to, to ask advise and to share the wedding joy with and yes maybe the speech too.

I know from being a bridesmaid in a few weddings now that each bridesmaid requires something different from you, that something different is usually the unique friendship that you already hold.

Most of the time when a bride needs their bridesmaid on the day its simply when they need their friend. Most brides are happy just at the effort that their bridesmaid put in.

Be confident in your special bond and know that at the end of the day, brides just want their greatest friends beside them on their big day.

- Bridesmaid Sarah

www.lisanardella.com.au // hello@lisanardella.com.au // 0448 717 076

Vintage Caravan Bar

Photo by Nicole Williams Photography

Give Uncle Johny the night off... We’ll serve the drinks

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Don’t just buy any ring...

FINE JEWELLERS Harris Scarfe Plaza, Maude Street Mall, Shepparton // (03) 5831 4677 // www.blizzardsjewellers.com.au

PAUL JEROME - TALISMAN MENSWEAR If you didn’t know him you would be forgiven for thinking he grew up wearing a suit and holding a needle and thread.

It appears Paul from Talisman Menswear is a match made in heaven for the suit industry. His knowledge of the perfect fit and the perfect suit combo is simply impeccable and his wealth of knowledge appears to span far more than his years in the industry.

With over 25 years experience fitting suits and a shop of his own for the last 9 years, Paul offers customers a more tailored approach and good old fashioned personalised service. It is the mantra for Talisman Menswear.

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“The opportunity to take a little more time to do what needs to be done, and get it right... It’s all about the customer and what they need for a special occasion.”

Paul’s passion for the perfect fit began way back when studying textile in year 7 at high school when the idea of being able to take two pieces of material and creating something caught his attention.

Stepping forward a few more years, the next lesson came from his Aunty.

“She made my cousins some shorts and I wanted a pair, so with her guidance, I made my first trendy pair of shorts.” ... the rest is history!

JESS - GLOSS HAIR + BEAUTY With over 16 years of hairdressing experience under her scissors, Jess, Owner of Gloss Hair & Beauty say’s hairdressing was in her blood having a great grandfather as a Barber and Gran as a Hairdresser, it was her destiny!

“From a young age I was always set on being a hairdresser. I’ve always loved fashion magazines, the runway and seeing the amazing transformations.”

Jess has owned the business for seven years which was originally established over 25 years ago and called Pazazz Hair Design. A key player of the wedding industry in the Goulburn Valley, she says

being a part of the biggest day in some peoples lives is the best part of her career.

“I enjoy the journey of the lead up to the big day, and also being involved in what many would view one of the biggest days of their life. It is so special when I am looking after a bride who I have looked after in the salon for years. You form great friendships and it’s special to be able to be part of their day” Jess and the team at Gloss are passionate supporters of the local area.

Everything is here and if it’s not, it’s never to far away!

When you can custom design your own perfect ring....

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www.gingerandmint.com.au

The Art of Modern Calligraphy M o d e r n C a l l i g r a p h y i s a n a r t fo r m t h a t h a s t a ke n t h e we d d i n g i n d u s t r y by s t o r m a n d a t t h e fo r e f r o n t o f a m a z i n g h a n d c r a f t e d t y p e fa c e h e r e i n t h e GV, i s l o c a l b u s i n e s s Q u i l l + C o.

Ka y l a s t u m b l e d i n t o t h e a r t by p u r e c o i n c i d e n c e w h e n o n e ye a r fo r C h r i s t m a s s h e r e c e i ve d t wo d i f fe r e n t c a l l i g r a p h y s e t s . H a v i n g n eve r eve n c o n t e m p l a t e d t r y i n g h e r h a n d a t c r e a t i n g m e s m e r i s i n g s we e p i n g l i n e s , b u t h a v i n g a d m i r e d t h e c a l l i g r a p h y wo r k o f h e r m o t h e r, Ka y l a d e c i d e d t o g i ve i t a go!

I n i t i a l l y s h e s t a r t e d w i t h t h e h e a v y g o t h i c t r a d i t i o n a l s t y l e o f c a l l i g r a p h y, t r y i n g t o r e p l i c a t e w h a t s h e h a d s e e n h e r m o t h e r c r e a t e. D i s l i k i n g t h e s t y l e, s h e q u i c k l y b e g a n t o wa n t t o f i n d h e r ow n m o r e m o d e r n l o o k a n d h e a d e d ove r t o P i n t e r e s t t o r e s e a r c h o t h e r s t y l e s . A n d f r o m t h e r e, t h e l ove fo r h e r c r a f t b e g a n ! Ka y l a i s s e l f t a u g h t a n d h a s d eve l o p e d a s t y l e o f h e r ow n a f t e r h o u r s o f p r a c t i c e a n d studying calligraphy videos + tutorials.

C r e a t i n g o n e o f f p e r s o n a l i s e d c a l l i g r a p h y d e s i g n s fo r we d d i n g s i s a b o u t o f fe r i n g s o m e t h i n g u n i q u e t o t h a t c o u p l e, d e s i g n e d a n d c u s t o m i s e d e s p e c i a l l y fo r t h e m .

There are no limitations with hand

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c r e a t e d a r t s , a n a r t i s t c a n m a ke t h i n g s l o o k ex a c t l y t h e wa y t h ey wa n t i t t o. Ka y l a s a ys i f s h e d o e s n ’ t l i ke t h e wa y a p a r t i c u l a r f l i c k l o o k s o r i f t h e r e i s a w r o n g l y fo r m e d l e t t e r s h e c a n j u s t change it to suit. “ I l ove t h a t eve r y p i e c e t h a t I c r e a t e i s u n i q u e. S o m e t i m e s t h e l i t t l e i m p e r fe c t i o n s a r e w h a t a d d s t h e c h a r a c t e r a n d p e r s o n a l i t y t o a p i e c e - s o m e t h i n g t h a t yo u d o n ’ t g e t f r o m a c o m p u t e r g e n e r a t e d fo n t .

W i t h c a l l i g r a p h y t h e r e’s n o c u t t i n g c o r n e r s t o s a ve t i m e. S o m e t i m e s I ’m l i t e r a l l y s i t t i n g wa t c h i n g i n k d r y b e fo r e I c a n g o o n w i t h t h e n ex t p a r t ! ” Q u i l l + C o i s n o t o n l y a B u s i n e s s ve n t u r e fo r Ka y l a b u t a r e l a x i n g p a s t t i m e. S h e s a ys s h e c a n s p e n d h o u r s ex p l o r i n g w i t h h e r p e n a n d c a n g e t l o s t i n t h e m o m e n t . “ Fo r m e, s i t t i n g w i t h a c a l l i g r a p h y p e n i n h a n d a n d wa s t i n g t h e eve n i n g a wa y i s n o t u n c o m m o n , a n d o f t e n t i m e s t h e o n l y r e a s o n I s t o p i s b e c a u s e I r e a l i s e I h a ve n ’ t m ove d fo r t h e p a s t t wo o r t h r e e hours!”

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MELINDA + JOSH Photography || Lisa Nardella Photography Planning + Flowers || Pelle’s Events Ceremony || Sacred Heart Church Tatura Priest || Fr. Morley Reception || The GV Hotel Cake || Cill’s Creative Cakes Make-up || Bella Sartori Kyabram Hair || Lady Red Hairdressing Kyabram Stationery || Ultimate Choice Printing Jewellery || Blizzards Fine Jewelers Suits || Identity

“ Wa l k i n g d ow n t h e i s l e wa s r e a l l y s p e c i a l , my d a d and Josh were both tearing up and I thought it was s o b e a u t i f u l .”

Jay Hum phreys Photography + Desig n

MATTY + JAMIE DUO Their soulful sounds perfectly compliment each other and create the most atmospheric tone. Husband and Wife duo Matty + Jamie are hitting the local wedding scene to create the perfect soundtrack to your wedding and may even get your guests all singing in tune with their personal Reception song favourite - ‘Hey Jude’.

“It’s just one of those songs nearing the end of the night where all the guests join in and sing along, especially the “Na-nana’s”! It’s almost a guarantee you’ll see some entertaining slow-dances and a few raised glasses!”

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The duo, both growing up with music in their veins, began singing together when they started dating back in 2013. Listening to their amazing melodies it’s hard to believe it has been just three years since their sounds combined and became the most amazing combination of looping tunes, acoustic guitar + sweet melodies!

Although Matty fell a little short of becoming the 5th member of the Beatles, it is clear the soundtracks to his childhood - Back to the Future & Grease have paved the way for this talented musician and his sweet sounding lady!

JOSIE PELLEGRINO - PELLE’S EVENTS A romantic at heart, Josie Pellegrino is perfect for the Wedding Industry.

Loving nothing more than creating the perfect ambiance so couples are able to enjoy every minute of their day.

Josie has been both planning and styling events for eight years and says her favourite thing about organising weddings is bringing dreams to life.

“My favourite thing about organising weddings is being able to be apart of the bride and grooms special day and help bring their dreams to life.

Nothing gives me more pleasure than seeing the excitement and happiness on

their faces when they see the venue set up and ready for their special night”.

The first thing to choose when starting to put your wedding plans together is a theme or style. She says she first sits down with her Bride for a consultation and then together they start exploring the look and feel they want to achieve..

And her favourite style or theme?

Romance of course!

“I would have to say my favourite theme is romance and elegance. Crystals, candlelight and flowers give the venue a beautiful feel. My showroom is full of amazing romantic pieces” she says.

BRIDES RECOMMEND BRIDES RECOMMEND...

CATCH 22 BAND

JAY Humphreys DESIGN + PHOTOGRAPHY

Feedback from our couples about their experiences with suppliers! We love receiving feedback about the excellent jobs our GV Vendors are doing!

If you have something you would love to share with us about your supplier experience, we would love to hear from you! Email hello@thebridalco.com.au

Catch 22 were exactly what we were looking for in a band for our wedding reception. Their set list was exactly what we wanted and they also did a few requests from ourselves and the guests.

Their sound was great and they were really relaxed and well organised.

- Elyse

Jay was great to work with, he was always prompt in answering my queries or having our stationary completed. For our ‘Save The Date’ I knew what I wanted, but for the wedding invitation I was a little unsure, Jay was very understanding and helpful with the creation.

- Lauren

AMINA BAROLLI PHOTOGRAPHY

ORRVALE WEDDING SHED

LISA NARDELLA PHOTOGRAPHY + MICHELE’S BRIDAL

Amina our photographer was amazing, keeping us relaxed and having fun all day, while capturing some beautiful memories! Our videographer Chris also did an amazing job making sure we were having fun and relaxed all day!

Lee at Orrvale Wedding Shed was fantastic. Because our small wedding ceremony was to be a secret, she was very discreet. They are very reasonably priced, and the venue looked amazing.

Decorated beautifully and very suited to our rustic theme!

- Bec

Both Lisa our photographer and Michelle from Michele’s Bridal wear were absolutely fantastic. Our wedding wasn’t smooth sailing and they seemed to make it so much less stressful. They’re absolutely beautiful women and are fantastic at their professions.

- Letitia

- Rebecca

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Shop 4 - 127 Fryers Street Shepparton // (03) 5831 1377 // info@glosshairandbeauty.com.au

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ELYSE + DANIEL Photographer || Kim James Photography Ceremony + Reception || Olivehouse Hair || Studio 271 Nagambie Band || Catch 22 Alterations || Sew + Sew at Gowns + More Flowers || Cottonfields Celebrant || Vivienne Sefton

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“How long will I love you...As long as stars there are above you...and longer if I can!

How long will I need you...As long as the seasons need to....Follow their plan!�

Matty & Jamie

Jay Hum phreys Photography + Desig n

LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC FOR YOUR WEDDING, EVENT OR PRIVATE FUNCTION

www.mattyandjamieduo.com // 0487 349 484 // playthecchord@hotmail.com

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THE BEST OF MEN..

The term “best man� dates back to the times when Scotsmen kidnapped their future brides. The friend of the groom who had excelled at the abduction was acclaimed to be the best man.

Nicole Williams Photography

A CINDERELLA STORY - DOES THE SHOE FIT? Like the old cliche - women love shoes - we have to be completely honest here and admit we really did love exploring the world of wedding shoes and how each bride differs. And let’s face it early on, some of us LOVE wearing heals and could do it all day and others….well we absolutely HATE it!

So how much do the shoes you wear impact on your big day as a bride? And it is precisely that, a big day…huge in-fact, so to get through it, you are going to want to be comfortable and if your not comfortable those shoes you choose will want to be super amazing instead!

We have seen all types of footwear options for brides, from barefoot and beautiful to bedazzled and comfy converse and then to the personally engraved or sky high stilettos. The style you go with has so many elements to

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consider - your personality, theme and location of your wedding, the colour, height and your dress style but in the end it always comes back to you and your comfort/pain threshold.

Many would argue that you don’t even see your shoes especially when you have a full length wedding gown, however you are still going to want to consider what you want your shoe to say about you because although you may be the only one that sees them you know they are there - so make sure you still feel fabulous no matter which way =you go!!

The Cinderella Story is proof that we are all just a shoe away from marrying our Prince Charming, so when you find a shoe that fits (or makes your heart flutter), make sure you wear it!

www.ajrfilms.com // 0402 306 995 // anthony@ajrfilms.com

Nicole Williams Photography

CANINE COMPANIONS - A COUPLES BEST FRIEND It appears that almost every household has their self-declared perfect pooch, the companion that sometimes you prefer socializing with more than other humans and when they provide you with unconditional love and furry, fluffy cuddles on a regular basis, why would they not be apart of what is considered the biggest day of your life?

A wedding is the biggest celebratory event that includes the attendance of all loved ones and to many, a celebration of those closest to you is incomplete without your pet’s involvement.

There is no doubt that planning a wedding is more than a little stressful without throwing in an unpredictable canine companion into the mix. However there are a group of people hand-picked by the bride and groom to share a little of this pre-wedding stress. The bridal party! This elite, all-star bunch is made up of only your closest and most trusted friends and relatives. If your pup ticks all the boxes that are required to be worthy of this exclusive group why not have them join in on the fun?

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Ok, so it’s true that your dog can’t exactly help you pick out wedding invitations or throw your bridal shower, but what they can do is be the cutest and most memorable, honorary ring bearer or flower girl for you and your wedding guests. However as a responsible pet owner you need to consider if your pup is comfortable in the chaotic environment that accompanies a wedding or if they would prefer to sit out of the spotlight on your special day. But all of this is up to your own judgment and what will ultimately make you and more importantly your hound happy.

The involvement of your pup is unquestionably appropriate. Whether it’s a large or small role in your day, make the most out of the appearance of your charming companion (Honestly what’s more adorable than a dog decorated in flowers and bow ties?) Overall don’t let any opinions stop you, for it is your day after all you might just need your loved, forever loyal accomplice by your side.

Katelyn Kalafatis

www.talliswine.com.au // 0437 825 547 // susanj@talliswine.com.au

SUPPLIER SNIPPETS NEWS FROM THE BRIDAL CO FAMILY

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BYRCHENDALE’s NEW BARN

GOWNS + MORE

Stay up to date with everything happening with The Bridal Co Family! Exciting new changes in businesses, new service offerings, new faces welcomed to the teams and much more!

If you are a supplier and have something exciting to share with the family please email hello@thebridalco.com.au

Did you know the Goulburn Valley is set to get it’s very first American style barn to go alongside the amazing open air chapel at Byrchendale. The chapel is already the first of it’s kind in Victoria and now with the amazing addition of the barn, Byrchendale is a must on the list to check out for your wedding!

Gowns and More have moved!

The bright and exciting store at 221 Maude Street Mall Shepparton is full to the brim offering gorgeous + affordable Bridal, Debutante & Formal Wear sourced direct from some of the worlds best designers. You will also find beautiful bridal jewellery + head pieces. Congrats on the new store ladies!

HEN’S TEETH TRADING

GV PARTY HIRE

THE WOOLSHED AT EMERALD BANK

Hen’s Teeth trading have a shiny new website. Check out their amazing hire pieces and styling service online at www.hensteethtrading.com.au.

You can even jump online and download their super cool hire item catalogue and browse loads of inspo from their killer styling!

Goulburn Valley Party Hire is celebrating it’s 10 birthday. 10 Years of industry knowledge and helping pull together some of the towns biggest events! Congratulations to all involved! Tania & Russell would like to thank all of their wonderful staff and families for their support along the way!

The new faces behind The Woolshed at Emerald Bank yet familiar faces well known for their years in the restaurant game! Cam & Angela have revamped the iconic Woolshed at Emerald Bank - new logo, new website and most excitingly some amazing new renovations due for completion in April 2017!

PHOTOBOOTHS OF ALL SIZES

JUKE BOX & KARAOKE PACKAGES

1966 VINTAGE MUSTANG

www.happysnapsphotobooth.com.au // 0437 225 016 // info@happysnapsphotobooth.com.au

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simplystems.com.au // (03) 5822 4515 // 170 Corio Street, Shepparton

Olivehouse FUN CTION + EVEN T VEN UE

olivehouse.com.au // (03) 5823 5455 // 7230 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla West

GROOMIE GROOM Fo r s o l o n g n ow t h e fo c u s o f t h e ‘ We d d i n g D a y ’ p r e p h a s b e e n d o m i n a t e d ( a n d n o t n e c e s s a r i l y i n t e n t i o n a l l y ) by t h e B r i d e a n d h e r g o r g e o u s m a i d s - we s u d d e n l y s t a r t e d a s k i n g o u r s e l ve s , a p a r t fr o m t h e g r o o m s m e n , w h o ’s h e l p i n g t h e p o o r g r o o m i e ?

S i t u a t e d i n a q u a i n t a l l ey wa y i n S h e p p a r t o n ’s C B D i s u b e r c o o l B a r b e r S h o p - B r o ke n C o m b. F r a n k , B a r b e r a n d O w n e r o f t h i s h i p s t e r fe e l s a l o n , i s a w i za r d w i t h a b l a d e a n d c o m b a n d wo r ks wo n d e r s o n h i s t r i b e o f l oya l fo l l owe r s !

T h e o p e n i n g o f B r o ke n C o m b i n o u r Va l l ey i s a n exc i t i n g t r e n d - s e t t i n g ve n t u r e, e s p e c i a l l y fo r t h e g u ys !

O p e n i n g i t ’s d o o r s e a r l i e r t h i s ye a r, t h e ove r w h e l m i n g r e s p o n s e t o t h e n ew s e r v i c e h a s p r ove d B a r b e r s h o p s a r e b e c o m i n g i n c r e a s i n g l y p o p u l a r a n d t h e s t i g m a b e h i n d g r o o m i n g fo r g u ys i s f i n a l l y b e c o m i n g a b r o ke n b a r r i e r w i t h m a l e s o f t h e GV e m b r a c i n g t h e n e e d t o b e g r o o m e d !

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We h a ve t h a n k fu l l y e n t e r e d a n e r a w h e r e t h e g u ys c a n e m b r a c e t h e i r fa s h i o n d i va a n d t h e m a l e g r o o m i n g I n d u s t r y c a n b o o m . F r a n ks n ew h a ve n c e r t a i n l y s t r u c k a c o r d w i t h u s a s we r e a l i s e d t h e r e i s a ve r y s m a l l p o p u l a t i o n o f s p e c i a l i s t s e r v i c e s t o m a ke s u r e t h e g r o o m i e s o f t h e G o u l b u r n Va l l ey a r e l o o ke d a f t e r a n d a r e a s s h a r p a s a w h i s t l e fo r w h a t i s a l s o t h e i r b i g d a y t o o.

I t ’s exc i t i n g l y r e fr e s h i n g t h a t w h i l e t h e g a l s a r e s p e n d i n g t h e i m p e n d i n g d a ys b e fo r e t h e i r n u p t i a l s b e i n g p a m p e r e d w i t h h a i r, n a i l s a n d t a n n i n g - n ow t h e l a d s c a n t o o ! P i c t u r e yo u r g u ys t a k i n g a g r o u p t r i p t o t h e b a r b e r s h o p a n d e m e r g i n g a s a n e n t o u r a g e o f s u a ve, we l l g r o o m e d , r e a d y t o g e t h i t c h e d s p u n ks !

I t ’s n ow o u r p e r s o n a l m i s s i o n a t B r i d a l C o H Q t o ex p o s e o u r G r o o m i e G r o o m s w i t h we d d i n g p r e p i d e a s a n d rituals to bring out their inner prince…

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LAUREN + BEN Photography || Lisa Nardella Photography Flowers || Blooming Buckets Ceremony + Reception || Mitchelton Winery Celebrant || Jan Pearce Dresses + Jewellery || Brides + Maids Suits || Rodger David Hair || Blush Hair Boutique Makeup || Luxe Beauty + Makeup Cake || The Cheesecake Shop Design || Jay Humphries Design Planning || Prestige Event Planning Entertainment || Shannon Nightingale

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“Standing at the end of the aisle with my dad by my s i d e , a n d s e e i n g B e n ’s s m i l e , I w a s e x c i t e d a s I w a s a b o u t t o m a r r y m y b e s t f r i e n d .”

TALLIS WINE O ve r l o o k i n g t h e S t r a t h b o g i e Ra n g e s - Ta l l i s W i n e C e l l a r D o o r c o m e s t o l i fe i n t h e p e a k o f t h e C a n o l a b l o o m .

Eve r yd a y yo u c a n s e e a s fa r a s t h e h i l l s … a n d o n a c l e a r e r d a y yo u c a n s e e a l i t t l e fu r t h e r t o t h e t i p o f M t B u l l e r. T h i s ve n u e i s t r u l y o u t s t a n d i n g ; i n s e r v i c e, q u a l i t y a n d m a g i c a l s e a s o n a l l y c h a n g i n g l a n d s c a p e.

S u s a n , w h o i s r e s p o n s i b l e fo r a l l fu n c t i o n s a n d h e r C e l l a r D o o r t e a m h a ve h a d r a ve r ev i ew s a b o u t t h e i r s e r v i c e a n d h e l p i n g b r i d e s p u l l t o g e t h e r t h e i r d r e a m we d d i n g d a y. W i t h a c h a r m i n g m o d e r n , l i g h t f i l l e d s p a c e, p o l i s h e d t i m b e r f l o o r s , w i n d ow s p e r fe c t l y fr a m i n g t h e v i ew s a n d a n o u t d o o r a r e a t h a t s t r e t c h e s t h e l e n g t h o f t h e b u i l d i n g , Ta l l i s W i n e s i s m o s t d e f i n i t e l y a c h o i c e t o c o n s i d e r w h e n c h o o s i n g t h e ve n u e fo r yo u r we d d i n g !

Ta l l i s p r ov i d e s a n u n d e n i a b l e a t m o s p h e r e t o h o s t yo u r s p e c i a l c e r e m o n y, p o s t c e l e b r a t o r y d r i n ks a n d a r e l a xe d a n d i n t i m a t e we d d i n g r e c e p t i o n . T h a t ’s n o t t o m e n t i o n a s t u n n i n g p o r t fo l i o o f p h o t o o p p o r t u n i t y l o c a t i o n s a n d t h a t yo u c a n eve n a r r i ve by h e l i c o p t e r !

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Craig Thorne Photography

Yo u r we d d i n g e n t o u r a g e c a n ex p e c t t o b e g r e e t e d w i t h wa r m h o s p i t a l i t y a n d t h e s e t t i n g a n d s t y l i n g o p t i o n s yo u c a n c h o o s e a r e e n d l e s s . I n t h e m e w i t h t h e o l d s a y i n g , “ i f yo u c a n d r e a m i t , yo u c a n a c h i eve i t ” t h e t e a m c h a l l e n g e s yo u t o c o n j u r e u p a n ex p e r i e n c e a n d t h ey ’ l l s e e i f t h ey c a n h e l p m a ke i t h a p p e n .

P l u s , b e fo r e yo u h a ve eve n t h o u g h t o f p l a n n i n g t h e we d d i n g , yo u c a n h i n t t owa r d s a m o s t r o m a n t i c h i l l t o p p r o p o s a l ! W i t h b r e a t h t a k i n g 3 6 0 d e g r e e v i ew s o f t h e e n t i r e D o o k i e H i l l s ; i t ’s r o m a n t i c , i t ’s p r i va t e a n d i t ’s s c e n i c a n d yo u c a n eve n t a ke a b o t t l e o f s p a r k l i n g t o c e l e b r a t e o r m a ke yo u r wa y b a c k t o t h e c e l l a r d o o r a n d e n j oy w i n e a n d a s h a r e d p l a t t e r t o g e t h e r.

Awa r d w i n n i n g W i n e, g o r g e o u s s c e n i c v i ew s , wo n d e r fu l p e o p l e, a n d a p r i va t e l o c a t i o n … i t d o e s n ’ t g e t m u c h more romantic than that!

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JANE + ANDREW Photography || Chloe Jones Photography Flowers || Avonlea Dresses || Brides and Maids + Shop 221 Hair || Leanne Pell Hairdressing Nathalia Make-up || Botanical Excellence Reception || Nathalia United Church Jewellery || Stephan’s Jewelers Suits || Mensland Shepparton Hire || Shepp Hire Catering || Scrumdiddlyumcious Catering + O’Dwyer Family Kialla

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“The best par t of our wedding day was seeing my husband at the church & everyone we care about.

Also seeing how the reception shed came together! �

a memory, is a blink of an eye that should be captured by someone who understands memories last forever...

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www.jasonhodgefilms.com.au // 0402 089 936 // jason@jasonhodgefilms.com.au

TYING THE KNOT...?

In many cultures around the world the hands of a bride and groom are literally tied together to demonstrate the couple’s commitment to each other and their new bond as a married couple. This the origin of the phrase tying the knot

Ginger + Mint Photography

“Favorite, but also the most emotional par t of the day would have to be walking down the aisle. Hearing our song, seeing the l o o k o n S e a n ’s f a c e . I t r e a l l y d i d f e e l l i k e t h e b e g i n n i n g o f a n e w e x c i t i n g c h a p t e r i n o u r l i v e s .”

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REBECCA + SEAN Photography || Anima Barolli Photography Flowers || Florist on Fryers Ceremony || Hurlstone Homestead Reception || Sherbourne Terrace Celebrant || Jennifer Broadbent Cake || Cill’s Creative Cakes Beauty || Le Dee Makeover Dresses + Jewellery || Brides + Maids Suits || Man to Man Band || Cherry Bomb Videographer || Chris Hawking Hair || Elise Hunt Whips

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Plan your dream wedding in the Goulburn Valley...

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lizarcus.com // 0407 861 303 // liz@lizarcus.com

“ O p i n i o n s fro m fr i e n d s a n d fa m i l y a re h e l p fu l , b u t a l s o stay t r u e to yo u r s e l f, to o m a ny op i n i o n s ca n s o m et i m e s m a ke t h e p r o c e s s c o n f u s i n g .”

Lisa Nardella Photography

Don’t skimp on videographer and photographer. After the day they are the most precious memories that yo u w i l l wa n t t o wa t c h c o n s t a n t l y.

Liz Arcus Photography

“ S t a r t e a r l y, g e t i d e a s o n pinterest. Borrow things + have lists!!! ”

Chloe Jones Photography

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Introducing Gifts + Registries to the Directory

For more gift ideas + suppliers www.thebridalco.com.au

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SUBMIT YOUR REAL WEDDING! We love to hear about real love stories and especially real local weddings ! To be a part of the GV Bridal Co’s feature stories all you have to do is jump online to our website and fill in our online submission form!

We want to help you re-live all of the moments of your dream day including first songs, stand out speeches and every special moment.

We don’t mind if your wedding was large scale or small and quaint, we love them all! We are all about showcasing our wonderful local suppliers so be sure to tell us all about your positive experiences!

You could be a part of the next magazine edition, one of our weekly blogs or real weddings.

For more details www.thebridalco.com.au

“ S h e k n ew s h e l ove d h i m w h e n ‘ h o m e’ we nt from being a place to a person” - E. Leventhal