EDITOR ’ S LETTER
The Brisbane mornings are still a little chilly here at QB but this cover is giving us all the springtime vibes ! How lucky are we to be living and celebrating in a part of the world where you can frolic in the sunshine in the middle of winter ?
This joyful image popped out at us from one of the stellar styling shoots we have in store for you this issue . Along with this Europeaninspired beauty , there ’ s also a sophisticated alfresco soirée and a 70s-inspired disco good time to enjoy from p . 32 .
And don ’ t worry , we ’ ve got plenty of cosy options too , including fashion pages dotted with sleeved gowns and plush faux-fur shrugs . Perfect for that late afternoon photocall when you ’ re roaming the countryside with your new husband or wife . Layer up from p . 16 .
Fun fact about weddings : location is key . Have you found yours yet ? Many couples tell us that locking in their venue made everything else fall into place pronto . So , we ’ re shining a light on some of the state ’ s best locations for love as part of our 18-page reception feature , kicking off on p . 54 . Happy scouting !
And , as always , the best place to grab some real inspiration is in our real weddings feature . This issue we have nine insanely beautiful and unique celebrations kindly shared by couples just like you .
Wishing you all the best , enjoy the ride !
Nicole
Editor editor @ queenslandbrides . com . au
SUN-KISSED
Find more glittery goodness in our two jewellery features . Ellendale yellow diamond ring from Clayfield Jewellery .
ON THE COVER
Iris & Tom laugh it up at The Grounds Estate with Lilith & Co florals , French Affair styling , a Splash O Colour Vespa & Karen Willis Holmes gown . See more spring love on p . 44 . Photo : Iris Faith Photography
WINNING !
Want to win a Custom Groom ’ s Experience Package worth almost $ 3,000 ? Turn to p . 13 for your chance to score a Custom two-piece suit and more from the experts at Black Jacket Suiting .
Queensland Brides acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which we work and their continuing connection to Meeanjin / Brisbane . We pay our respects to First Nations Elders past , present and emerging , and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people .
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06 Winter 2023