2015
WEDDING GOWN “THE AURORA”
“Aurora, the poetic name of the Roman
goddess of sunrise whose tears turned
into the morning dew”
COVER SHOOT COLLABORATION
Wedding Gown design “The Aurora” ($1,980)
Designed & Made by Jo’s Weddings
287 Sturt Street, Townsville City
Photography by Irresistible Desires Creative Studio
Book your photographer now on: 0415 215 949
Makeup by Think Pharmacy Townsville
Book your makeup now on: 4728 6544
Hair by Podium Hair & Beauty
Book your hair now on: 4724 2488
2015
welcome
Welcome to the
2015 Edition of the Official Townsville Wedding
Planner, brought to you by Jo’s Weddings. (www.facebook.com/joweddings)
Throughout 2013/14 We have had the pleasure of collaborating with several wonderful
businesses. These businesses were an absolute delight to work with! You will see
photos of our exciting collaborations featured throughout this Free Wedding Planner.
The photograph to the left was a collaboration of Makeup by Think Pharmacy, Hair by
Podium Hair & Beauty, Hayden Scott (Photographer), Model: Ashley & Jo's Weddings
(Gown & Accessories) featuring our gown "The Aurora" (also featured on the front)
Planner, due to the very
Congratulations
on your Engagement!
limited resources available
Planning a wedding can be SO much fun! Especially when you have everything you need
to Brides & Grooms in
right at your fingertips, leaving you free to do the planning instead of the researching!
Two years ago I took it
upon myself to personally
put together this Wedding
North Queensland.
SETTING THE DATE......................... PAGE 5
FLOWERS & BOUQUETS.................PAGE 36
The enormous amount
SET YOUR BUDGET......................... PAGE 7
TRANSPORT....................................PAGE 37
of positive feedback I
BRIDAL PARTY MEMBERS............... PAGE 8
WEDDING SONGS...........................PAGE 38
received from Brides &
WEDDING COLOURS....................... PAGE 9
bomboniere..................................PAGE 39
Grooms over the past
CELEBRANTS..................................PAGE 11
WISHING WELLS.............................PAGE 40
two years was incredible!
CEREMONY VENUES.......................PAGE 13
CHALK BOARDS & SIGNS...............PAGE 41
I am so pleased that this
RECEPTION VENUES.......................PAGE 14
CAKE TOPPERS...............................PAGE 42
has been so helpful to so
CATERING........................................PAGE 16
SHOPPING LIST...............................PAGE 43
many couples, with many
INVITATIONS & STATIONERY............PAGE 17
HONEYMOON..................................PAGE 44
reporting they didn’t look
WEDDING DRESSES........................PAGE 19
ACCOMMODATION FOR GUESTS...PAGE 45
anywhere else except the
JEWELLERY & ACCESSORIES.........PAGE 20
HENS & BUCKS NIGHTS..................PAGE 46
planner!
PHOTOGRAPHERS..........................PAGE 21
BRIDAL LINGERIE............................PAGE 47
VIDEOGRAPHERS............................PAGE 25
CHECKLISTS................................... PAGE 48
PHOTO BOOTHS.............................PAGE 26
RECEPTION SPEECHES.................. PAGE 49
CENTREPIECES...............................PAGE 27
AFTER THE WEDDING..................... PAGE 50
DECORATORS.................................PAGE 28
WEDDING FACTS - FOR FUN.......... PAGE 51
Jodie Smith
Jo’s Weddings
CAKE MAKERS................................PAGE 30
ENTERTAINMENT.............................PAGE 33
BEAUTY, HAIR & MAKEUP................PAGE 34
DID YOU KNOW?
We're going to PRINT!
Printed Versions of the Wedding Planner will be
available late March and will be printed yearly.
Advertising Spaces Available: 4431 0327
for a Media Kit (Mon or Fri only)
The bridal shower originated with a Dutch maiden who fell in love with an impoverished miller. Her
friends “showered” her and her groom with many gifts so the couple could do without her dowry.
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Professional
COLLABORATION
photoshoot
“The Aurora” ($1,980)
Designed & Made Jo’s Weddings
www.facebook.com/joweddings
Photography by Irresistible Desires Creative Studio
Book your photographer now on: 0415 215 949
Makeup by Think Pharmacy Townsville
Book your makeup now on: 4728 6544
Hair by Podium Hair & Beauty
Book your hair now on: 4724 2488
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Professional
COLLABORATION
photoshoot
Wedding Gown Design “The Aurora” ($1,980)
Designed by Jo (Jo’s Weddings) - www.facebook.com/joweddings
Photography Hayden Scott - 0409 499 305
Makeup by Think Pharmacy Townsville - 4728 6544
Hair by Podium Hair & Beauty - 4724 2488
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setting the date
of your Wedding
CHECKLIST
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Set your Wedding Date. One of the most important aspects of your Wedding is the Date. Here is some additional
information you may like to consider when setting your Wedding Date:
{Season}
One of the first things you may want to consider when setting your date is the season. Do you want to be married
during the Summer, Autumn, Winter or Spring? Not only is this important for you and your bridal party but your
guests as well. The season will also help determine whether it can be an indoor or outdoor wedding. Keep in mind
that in Townsville the Wet Season can be very unpredictable. During the months of Nov-March. The following
information of Rainfall Charts has been derived from http://www.auinfo.com/Townsville.html
Wet Season: November - May
Dry Season: June - October
Historical Average Temperatures
Historical Average Rainfall
Approx Max Average Temperature
Approx Average Monthly Rainfall - mm
Deg C / Deg F
Winter(June-Aug): 25 / 76
Winter(June-Aug): 17
Spring(Sep-Nov): 29 / 85
Spring(Sep-Nov): 30
Summer(Dec-Feb): 31 / 88
Summer(Dec-Feb): 229
Autumn(Mar-May): 29 / 85
Autumn(Mar-May): 108
{Defence Schedule}
If you or your partner are in the Defence Forces, you’ll need to take into consideration any planned deployments or
yearly training schedules. Having either yourself or your partner away for an extended period of time will mean that
limited decisions and preparation can be made together during these times.
{Venues, Photographers, Makeup Artists, Hair Dressers}
If you have your heart set on a specific Wedding Supplier, such as a Photographer, Makeup Artist, Hair Dresser,
Celebrant, it is best to check their availability before setting your Wedding Date in stone.
Our Wedding Date:
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Professional
COLLABORATION
photoshoot
Wedding Gown & Accessories by Jo’s Weddings
www.facebook.com/joweddings
Hair, Makeup & Photography by
Veeutiful - 0435 833 521
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set your budet
and keep your Wedding on track
ESTIMATED
ACTUAL
CHECKLIST
CELEBRANT
$
$
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CEREMONY VENUE
$
$
RECEPTION VENUE
$
CATERING
$
$
INVITATIONS & STATIONERY
$
$
WEDDING GOWN
$
$
GROOMS / GROOMSMEN SUITS
$
$
BRIDESMAID DRESSES
$
$
FLOWER GIRL DRESSES
$
$
PAGE BOY SUITS
$
$
WEDDING RINGS
$
$
JEWELLERY
$
$
TIARA, VEIL, BIRDCAGE VEIL
$
$
PHOTOGRAPHER
$
$
VIDEOGRAPHER
$
$
PHOTO BOOTH
$
$
CENTREPIECES
$
$
WEDDING DECORATOR
$
$
WEDDING CAKE
$
$
ENTERTAINMENT / BAND / DJ
$
$
BEAUTY, HAIR & MAKEUP
$
$
FLOWERS - BOUQUET & BUTTONHOLES
$
$
TRANSPORT
$
$
BOMBONIERE
$
$
WISHING WELL, CHALK BOARD
$
$
CAKE TOPPER
$
$
HONEYMOON
$
$
HENS & BUCKS NIGHT
$
$
BRIDAL LINGERIE
$
$
HONEYMOON LINGERIE
$
$
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ESTIMATED
WEDDING BUDGET TOTALS:
$
ACTUAL
$
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CHOOSE YOUR
bridal party Members
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Choose the Members of your Bridal Party.
Choosing your bridal party can be one of the most exciting parts of planning your wedding, but it can also be one
of the most stressful. If you pick one of your best friends to be a bridesmaid, but not the other, it can lead to hurt
feelings. The group you choose should represent your closest friends, family members or loved ones who will be
there for support, guidance and to help plan for the big day. Heavily weigh the importance of the people who have
been in your life for a long time. It’s important to select people who have played an important role in your life leading
up to your wedding and that will remain just as important in the future. Keep in mind that the people you choose
will forever remain in the photos from your wedding day.
Our Bridal Party:
Bride Groom
Maid of Honour
Best Man
Bridesmaid Groomsman
Bridesmaid Groomsman
Bridesmaid Groomsman
Bridesmaid Groomsman
Flower Girl
Page Boy
Flower Girl
Page Boy
DID YOU KNOW?
Engagement and wedding rings are worn on the 4th finger of the left hand because it was thought that a vein in that
finger led directly to the heart. The vein was called vena amori, or the vein of love, and early writings on matrimonial
procedure suggested that it would be appropriate for one’s wedding ring to be worn on that special finger.
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SELECTING COLOURS
for your Special Day
CHECKLIST
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Deciding on your colour scheme can be just as exciting as setting the date. When it comes to styling, this is the
first step. Your Bridesmaid Dresses, Flowers & Decorations will all revolve around your selections here, as should
your Save the Dates & Formal Invitations. Below we have illustrated some gorgeous suggestions for you :)
Our Wedding Theme: (i.e. Vintage, Modern, Retro, etc)
Main Colours
Accent Colours
Main Colour Tones: These may include; girls dresses, mens ties/bow-ties, flower girl sashes, chair sashes,
table runners, flowers on your guest tables, table scatters for your mirrors, ribbon on your invitations
Accent Colour Tones: These may include; bouquets, buttonholes, corsages, ceremony chair decorations,
reception table runners, chair sashes, other decorations
**All photographs below
are snipits of previous
bouquets created by
Jo's Weddings
You may even like to change it up - swap the main & accents arround, or create your own - these are only suggestions afterall!
VINTAGE Palette Suggestions
Main Colour ToneS
ACCENT COLOURS
Main Colour ToneS
ACCENT COLOURS
Main Colour ToneS
ACCENT COLOURS
Main Colour ToneS
ACCENT COLOURS
Vintage "Antique Charm"
Vintage "Rustic Elegance"
Vintage "Blush Vintage"
Vintage "Vintage Bling"
MODERN Palette Suggestions
Modern Elegance: Purple & Blue
Modern Elegance: White & Navy
Modern Elegance: Black & White
Modern Elegance: Pinks & Purples
BEACH Palette Suggestions
Beach Theme: Frangipani Tropical
Beach Theme: Frangipani Beach
Beach Theme: Frangipani Elegance
Beach Theme: Tropical
COUNTRY Palette Suggestions
Country Theme: Vintage/Country
Country Theme: Elegant/Vintage
Country Theme: Soft
Country Theme: Rustic / Colour Pop
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R eal
TOWNSVILLE
COUPLE
Romantic
TRASH THE DRESS
photoshoot
Hair & Makeup: Veeutiful Makeup Artists
|
Photography: Veeutiful Makeup Artists
|
Art Direction: Vania (Veeutiful) & Jo (Jo’s Weddings)
Photograph Credits: Veeutiful Makeup Artists & Photography
Location: Riverside Ridge (Douglas) | Contact: Vivi or Vania on 0435 833 521
“Romantic Trash the Dress” Photography Shoot by Veeutiful
Wedding Gown, Suit, Jewellery & Hair Piece by Jo’s Weddings
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CELEBRANTS
official
CHECKLIST
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EDITORIAL - WRITTEN BY A CELEBRANT
Wedding Celebrants
own thoughts, feelings and expression of love
and dedication to each other.
You need to feel
Getting married is about the most significant thing
confident that your celebrant will conduct the type
that two people will ever do in their lifetime. Your
of ceremony you want and will do so professionally
wedding, no matter how big or small, will be one of
yet personally. You may want a touch of romance or
the most amazing experiences you will ever have.
humour. You may want to involve family or focus just
Most important of all will be the Wedding Ceremony
on yourselves. You may have a particular location
itself as it is then that you take a huge step of faith
or setting in mind that is special or of particular
and commit yourselves both legally and emotionally
sentimental significance to you. It is about choosing
to one another for the rest of your lives!
someone that you believe will provide a high quality,
sincere professional service to you and will work with
The key person in all of this is your Marriage Celebrant.
you to fulfil your dreams.
A Marriage Celebrant is a specially qualified person
authorized by the Attorney General’s Department
With all this in mind it is essential that you book your
to solemnize marriages according to law.
Your
celebrant early in the wedding planning process.
celebrant will guide you through the process involved
They are the one provider that you must have and
in getting married and take care of all the legal
they are a key person in having a wonderful day.
requirements. Before you marry you must complete
a Notice of Intended Marriage. Your celebrant can
All the best,
provide you with this form, witness your signatures
and ensure that all necessary paperwork such as
Lynda Ross,
Birth Certificates and ID documents have been
Civil Marriage Celebrant,
sighted and meet legal requirements.
Ph: 0412 963 983
[email protected]
Your celebrant will also work with you to compose
a ceremony of your choice that reflects your
JEANETTE COLE
LYNDA ROSS
ANN BARNES
Stephen Tasselli
NANCY HAMER
Phone: 4751 8082
Phone: 0400 794 283
Phone: 4725 8669
Phone: 0417 600 366
Phone: 0428 828 392
ERONDA
CASSANDRA
DRAGONFLY
CK KERN
Dianne
CEREMONIES
LEWIS
CEREMONIES
Weddings by CK
Sherrington
Phone: 0416 272 806
Phone: 0413 919 152
Phone: 0408 790 055
Phone: 0416 125 808
Phone: 0427 365 778
XENA QUINN
JENNY STEVENS
Amanda Medill
Tania Brown
Brian Venten
Phone: 4775 4590
Phone: 4723 9633
Phone: 0411 018 387
Phone: 0478 088 824
Phone: 0400 331 722
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Photography by: Desire (Lyndley Kane)
Models: Erin & Elektra (Mother & Daughter)
The love between
mother & child is... Forever
“The Liliana” ($2,650)
Designed & Made Jo’s Weddings
www.facebook.com/joweddings
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CEREMONY VENUES
for your Wedding
Following are a list of Ceremony Locations that are available for Hire from the Council (for a fee)
THE STRAND
• Rock Pool Headland • Landsborough Street Headland
• Stuart Street Headland (adjacent the entrance to Strand Pier) • Burke Street Headland (adjacent to the Picnic Bay Surf Club)
• Gregory Street Headland • Tobruk Pool (grassed area adjacent to Pool)
• ANZAC Park: Rotunda, Parkland left or right of Centenary Fountain
• Ceremonies are now approved on The Strand beach south of the Gregory Street headland only.
> TO BOOK THE ABOVE VENUES, CONTACT: Community Venues 1300 878 001.
To obtain a permit to marry on the sand, you must call National Parks & Wildlife on 13 74 68
PARKS & GARDENS
• Queens Gardens: Rose garden, Herb garden, Raintree lawn (Kennedy St), Play lawn, Palm lawn, Lipstick lawn, Rainforest lawn, Frangipani
lawn.
• Palmetum: Tokuyama gardens (Summerhouse), Harold E Moore Crescent, Lagoon area or Savannah zone, Xerophytic zone, Rainforest
(The Island area), Rainforest (Picnic area), Carl Von Martius Way.
• Anderson Gardens: Ficus lawn, Lotus ponds, Palm lawn or Pandanus area, Cape York area, Rockery, Tropical conifers, Orchard, Rainforest
• Riverside Gardens: Riverfront Park: Viewing platform (not pontoon), Monument Park: Amphitheatre.
• Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens: Pond area, Central rotunda, Front rotunda.
> TO BOOK THE ABOVE VENUES, CONTACT: Community Venues 1300 878 001.
MAGNETIC ISLAND - Bookings: 4778 5378
Picnic Bay Horse Shoe Bay Nelly Bay
Cockle Bay
Geoffrey BayAlma Bay
CHURCH & CATHEDRALS
St Andrew’s Presbyterian
Townsville City Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral
St Joseph’s Church
Phone: 4724 0655
Phone: 4723 9111
Phone: 4771 4461
Phone: 47213765
113 Wills Street, Townsville 12 Burnda St Kirwan
270 Stanley St, Townsville
6 Fryer Street, North Ward
VENUES THAT CATER FOR CEREMONIES
Townsville Golf ClubSeagulls ResortThe VenueJupiters
Phone: 4779 0133
Phone: 4721 3111
Phone: 4724 2800
Phone: 4722 2333
Benson St, Rosslea
74 Esplanade Belgian Gardens
719 Flinders St, Townsville
Sir Leslie Thiess Dr
Rydges Townsville
Mecure Inn
Billabong Sanctuary
Heritage Tea Rooms
Phone: 4726 5265
Phone: 4725 2222
Phone: 4778 8344
Phone: 4778 0199
23 Palmer St, Townsville
166 Woolcock St
Bruce Highway, Nome
Herveys Range
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RECEPTION VENUES
for your Wedding
WEDDING DECORATOR: JO'S WEDDINGS
www.facebook.com/joweddings
www.joweddings.com.au 287 Sturt Street - Open FRI, SAT, SUN, MON 10am-5pm
TOWNSVILLE RECEPTION VENUES
Townsville Golf Club
Chifley PlazaThe WatermarkJupiters
Phone: 4779 0133
Phone: 4772 1888Phone: 4724 4281
Phone: 4722 2333
Benson St, Rosslea
Flinders Street, Townsville
72-74 The Strand, Townsville
Sir Leslie Thiess Dr
Rydges Townsville
Mecure Inn
Billabong Sanctuary
Heritage Tea Rooms
Phone: 4726 5265
Phone: 4725 2222
Phone: 4778 8344
Phone: 4778 0199
23 Palmer St, Townsville
166 Woolcock St
Bruce Highway, Nome
Herveys Range
Townsville RSLPCYC RasmussenHoliday InnYongala Lodge
Phone: 4759 9500
Phone: 4789 2145
Phone: 4729 2000
Phone: 4772 4633
139 Charters Towers Road
43 Allambie Ln, Rasmussen
334 Flinders Street, Townsville
11 Fryer Street, North Ward
Seagulls ResortRockpool RestaurantThe VenueThe Brewery
Phone: 4721 3111
Phone: 4771 6916
Phone: 4724 2800
Phone: 4724 2999
74 Esplanade Belgian Gardens
The Strand, Townsville
719 Flinders St, Townsville 233 Flinders Street
MAGNETIC ISLAND RECEPTION VENUES
Lotus House
Nahmahlu House
Oasis on Magnetic
Barefoot Art Food Wine
Phone: 4778 5955 Phone: 4774 6397
Phone: 4778 5955
Phone: 4758 1170
Restaurant Le Paradis
Water Garden Oasis
Phone: 4778 5044
Phone: 4778 5166
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RECEPTION VENUES
and Halls for Hire
TOWNSVILLE HALLS FOR HIRE
Aitkenvale PCYC
Phone: 4781 9111
Annandale Community Centre
Townsville Darts Club
Townsville Turf Club
Phone: 1300 878 001
Phone: 0411 386 3351
Phone: 4778 2400
Aitkenvale AnnandaleAnnandaleCluden
Ignatius Park College Hall
Riverside Gardens Comm. Centre
Heatley Community Centre
Hermit Park Hotel
Phone: 0417 945 846
Phone: 1300 878 001
Phone: 1300 878 001 Phone: 4721 4743
CranbrookDouglasHeatleyHermit Park
Suburban Bowls Club
Rebels Soccer Club
Townsville Orchid Society
Brothers Cricket Club
Phone: 0439 773 849 Phone: 4723 0633
Phone: 4773 4208
Phone: 0432 417 234
Hermit ParkKirwanKirwanKirwan
Gecko’s Family Centre
Brothers Soccer Club
Jubilee Bowls Club
Arcadian Surf Club
Phone: 4771 1741
Phone: 4774 7192
Phone: 4779 1207
Phone: 4721 5855
Lavarack BarracksMount LouisaMundingburraNorth Ward
Picnic Bay Surf Club
Community Hall
Wanderers Cricket Club
Community Centre
Phone: 4724 4211 Phone: 1300 878 001
Phone: 4725 8043
Phone: 1300 878 001
North WardOonoonbaPimlicoRailway Estate
Progress Assoc Hall
South Townsville Bowls Club
St Patricks Hall
Reid Park Pit Complex
Phone: 0409 064 418
Phone: 4771 4204
Phone: 4771 4461
Phone: 1300 878 001
RupertswoodSouth TownsvilleSouth TownsvilleSouth Townsville
Greek Community Hall
CWA Hall
Townsville Showgrounds
Western Suburbs Cricket
Phone: 0408 684 239 Phone: 4724 0843
Phone: 4771 4964 Phone: 0413 116 036
TownsvilleTownsvilleWest EndWest End
Cutheringa Bowls Club
Wulguru Community Centre
Upper Ross PCYC
OES Hall
Phone: 4771 3742
Phone: 1300 878 001
Phone: 4789 2145
Phone: 4779 1969
West EndWulguruRasmussenWest End
Bluewater Community Centre
Paluma Community Centre
Rollingstone Community Centre
Saunders Beach Comm.
Phone: 1300 878 001
Phone: 1300 878 001
Phone: 1300 878 001
Phone: 1300 878 001
BluewaterPalumaMystic SandsSaunders Beach
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Catering
Weddings & Events
PHOTOGRAPHS: Golden Roa
st
1300 655 602
CATERING BY: GOLDEN RO
AS
T
CATERING OPTIONS
Michels Restaurant
The Golden Roast
B-Catered
Chef on Call
Phone: 4724 1460
Phone: 1300 655 602
Phone: 0400 242 070
Phone: 4774 7272
Cuisine To GoJAM CornerRoux BlondPizza Fesco
Phone: 25 4782
Phone: 4721 4900
Phone: 4724 4018 Phone: 0457 048 212
River Cafe Catering
Ingham Road Seafood
JR’s the Caterers
Sarinees Thai & Chinese
Phone: 0415 809 789 Phone: 4721 1464
Phone: 0416 320 111
Phone: 0423 096 361
Magnums
Jaffa Bah Catering
Essentially Fresh Deli & Catering
Spotless Catering
Phone: 0418 188 797
Phone: 4772 4421
Phone: 4724 2929
Phone: 4771 9211
Many of the above Caterers will consider delivering to Magnetic Island - so call them and enquire.
MAGNETIC ISLAND CATERING
Restaurant Le Paradis
Barefoot Art Food Wine
Magnetic Island Party Hire (Catering Equipment Hire)
Phone: 4778 5044
Phone: 4758 1170
Phone: 4758 1867
Townsville's One Stop Wedding Store
287 Sturt Street, Townsville
(directly opposite Event Cinema)
Open: FRI / SAT / SUN / MON from 10am-5pm (closed Tue/Wed/Thur)
• invitations • gowns • suits • wedding stylist / decorator • bouquets • accessories
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INVITATIONS
Wedding Stationery & Designers
INVITATION & STATIONERY DESIGNERS
Paper Fantasy
Phone: 4725 1272
Jo’s Weddings
www.facebook.com/joweddings
A Craft Affair
Phone: 4728 2044
255 Charters Towers Road
287 Sturt Street (opp Event Cinema) HERMIT PARK
TOWNSVILLE CITY
FRI / SAT / SUN / MON 10am-5pm
44 Anne Street
AITKENVALE
Web: www.joweddings.com.au
* One Stop Wedding Shop *
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Model: Zahlia
Photograph by:
Jo's Weddings
Photograph Credits: Makeup - THINK Pharmacy 4728 6544 | Photography - Irresistible Desires Creative Studio 0415 215 949
MODELS: Kristiaan, Sheree & Danni
Gowns, Bouquets & Accessories by Jo's Weddings
Location: 287 Sturt Street, Townsville City | Contact: 4431 0327 | Web: www.joweddings.com.au
Stunning Wedding Gowns, Designed by Jo's Weddings (Townsville) - Ready Made & In Store. New Designs released regularly!
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Hair, Makeup & Photography by:
Veeutiful Makeup Photography
Model: Zahlia
Photograph by:
Jo's Weddings
Gown & Accessories by:
Jo's Weddings
Hair: Chrischelle's
Makeup: Think Pharmacy
Photo: XON Photography
Model: Amy
Gown & Accessories:
Jo's Weddings
GOWNS BY JO’S WEDDINGS
Facebook: www.facebook.com/joweddings
Web: www.joweddings.com.au
BRIDAL STORES
Bella Donna
Signature Bridal
Bridal Palace
Phone: 4771 5580
Phone: 4771 4088
Phone: 4772 1107
1/1 Ingham Rd
(formerly Hills in Hollywood)
80 Denham St
TOWNSVILLEHERMIT PARKTOWNSVILLE
Fashion Gallery
Jo’s Weddings
Phone: 4721 2330
Phone: 4431 0327
157 Stanley St
287 Sturt Street, Townsville City (opp Event Cinema)
TOWNSVILLE
Open: FRI / SAT / SUN / MON from 10am-5pm
www.joweddings.com.au
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jewellery
for the Bride & Maids
The one time in your life you can feel absolutely guilt-free purchasing
take photographs of you trying the jewellery on. Look at the pictures
an entire jewellery set - certainly a time to rejoice!
immediately. Does it look too much? Too little? If you’re having your
hair in an up-style and wearing a strapless gown, sometimes a
With the decisions plentiful, what should you really be considering
nice drop earring can make a huge improvement to fill the space in
when looking at wedding jewellery?
between.
1. The Stye of your Gown
4. Allow your hairstyle to dictate wedding jewellery selection, but at
If your gown is primarily decorated with crystals, then jewellery that
the same time make sure you find something you absolutely love.
features crystals would be the best consideration. Likewise if your
If possible, try your gown on with your jewellery and any other
gown features pearls, or crystal/diamond embellishments. If you
accessories. The last thing you want is to be uncomfortable with
have a gown that has a high neck, or a great deal of design around
what you are wearing. Every item of jewellery you choose needs to
the upper-bust area, it may be best to steer clear of a necklace all
complement your dress as a whole, and your final look needs to
together and instead focus on wrist jewellery and earrings.
show you off, not camouflage you.
2. The Colour of your Gown
WHERE TO BUY?
If your gown is a coloured design, for example blue or red, you may
like to search for jewellery in the same colour tones to really make
Jo’s Weddings
DIVA Jewellery, Stockland
your gown “pop” with feature.
287 Sturt Street, Townsville
The Silver Shop, Stockland
FRI / SAT / SUN / MON
DIVA Jewellery, Castle Town
3. Picture Perfect
from 10am - 5pm
Vie Jewellery, Castle Town
To make sure that you are as delighted with your choices now as you
Fuse Silver, Willows
will be in years to come looking at your wedding photos, have a friend
Vie Jewellery, Willows
HAIR, MAKEUP & PHOTOGRAPHY BY: VEEUTIFUL MAKEUP PHOTOGRAPHY
ACCESSORIES BY: JO'S WEDDINGS
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LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHERS
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Louise George
Phone: 0400 573 160
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Irresistible Desires
Phone: 0415 215 949
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Love the Skin You're In
Phone: 0409 906 030
Phone: 0417 785 514
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LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHERS
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Desire Photography
Phone: 0427 299 299
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Stephen Lane
Phone: 0405 173 660
PHOTOGRAPHER:
White Avenue
Phone: 0411 777 390
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LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHERS
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Ollie Hughes
Phone: 0428 427 962
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Trish & Phil
Phone: 0402 208 676
PHOTOGRAPHER:
A & A Photography
Phone: 0437 223 201
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LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHERS
PHOTOGRAPHER:
C A Photography
Phone: 0447 626 176
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Postle Photography
Phone: 0427 845 981
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Kristof Schrader
Phone: 0409 615 211
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VIDEOGRAPHERS
for your special day
WHY EMPLOY A VIDEOGRAPHER?
Always have the opportunity to re-live that moment when you profess your undying love to one another during your exchange of vows.
Imagine sitting down for a romantic candle lit dinner each anniversary and being able to completely re-live, in vivid colour and motion, that
exact moment and the butterflies you felt.
So what questions should you ask your potential Videographer? Or what should you research beforehand?
1. Style. What type of style would you prefer your Wedding Video be in? Cinematic or Documentary? Or perhaps a mixture of the two?
2. Would you like simply a full wedding video of the ceremony, or perhaps a mixture of stills, slow-motion, “the kiss”, the announcement..
3. Is your Videographer happy to meet with your Photographer? it is a good idea to have a three-way meeting, just to make sure all parties
have an understanding of the angle the other party is taking, and can accommodate to their needs (i.e. so the Videographer doesn’t take the
opposite angle as the Photographer and your entire video has your photographer down on one knee taking shots in the background)
VIDEOGRAPHER CONTACTS
Hawkeye Digital Films
Captive Videography
Through the Looking Glass Studio
Phone: 0439 749 506 (Steve)
Phone: 0415 990 002
Phone: 4721 6855
Aitkenvale (by Appointment)
Townsville (by Appointment)
6 Queen Street, North Ward
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.hawkeyedigitalfilms.com.au
Website: www.captivevideo.com.au
Website: www.looking-glass.com.au
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PHOTO BOOTHS
Memories & Fun Keepsake Photos
WHY A PHOTO BOOTH?
Photo Booths are a great, fun way of getting some interesting and memorable photographs from your wedding reception. It will show your
friends and loved ones in their true, fun character and bring entertainment.
No body is too young or too old to enjoy the entertainment of a photo booth, be it your brother and sister holding their newborn baby
or grandma and grandpa sneaking a kiss like they did when they were high school sweethearts, or your crazy mates pulling all sorts of
incriminating faces for the camera.
Your booth could double as a Guest Book - why not take along (or hire) a black board and have your guests write notes on them, holding the
board up when posing for their photos.
PHOTO BOOTH HIRE
Flash Photobooths
Stache Booth
In The Booth
Phone: 0409 599 208
Phone: 0401 437 126
1300 026 684
Quote: JWP13 for your free www.inthebooth.com.au
SD Card when [email protected]
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centrepieces
for your guest tables
Deciding on your Centrepieces
2. Do you love Flowers?
to allow you access to the room until
Consider the following questions
If you have a love of flowers, then
mere hours before your reception.
that will help you along the way in
consider using a centrepiece that
If that’s the case, or setting up your
choosing a Centrepiece that is right
consists of a floral arrangement,
wedding does not appeal to you
for you.
whether it be a large arrangement or
(many couples prefer to relax on their
small accents of flowers. Flowers are
wedding day!) - there are several
1. Will you be having a lot of Children
so versatile they can be incorporated
wonderful and helpful decorators in
at your wedding?
into almost any centrepiece. The next
Townsville who can do everything
If the answer to this is yes, you
question though - real or artificial?
for you, from your Ceremony to
may like to consider a centrepiece
Whilst real flowers are incredibly
Reception.
without candles, or at least replace
beautiful - are they practical? Do any
the candles with LED Candles as
of your guests have allergies or hay
Over the couple of pages you will
a substitute. This can be done only
fever? Take this into consideration
find some gorgeous Centrepiece
at the childrens table (if you are
when deciding.
Inspiration, as well as some contact
having one) or throughout the entire
details to some talented Wedding
wedding. Some local Townsville
3. To DIY or to Hire a Decorator?
Decorators located in Townsville.
Venues will also request a “No
In this day and age, many couples
Any of these featured Decorators will
Candle” Centrepiece, in which case
are opting to DIY in order to reduce
happily travel to areas that surround
you can still bring in the 'mood
the overall cost of their weddings.
Townsville, such as Herveys Range
lighting' using LED Candles.
But for some, this can be a nightmare
Tea Rooms. Some will travel further.
- especially if your venue is not able
Decorator:
eet, Townsville City - Open
Jo's Weddings - 287 Sturt Str
m
10am-5p
FRI / SAT / SUN / MON from
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decorators
& Wedding Stylists
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decorators
& Wedding Stylists
DECORATORS DIRECTORY
JO’S WEDDINGS
287 Sturt Street, Townsville City
Phone: 4431 0327
(open Fri / Sat / Sun / Mon 10am-5pm)
WEDDING WORKS
Phone: 47244116
AISHLING EVENTS
Natasha: 0400 933 932
BEAUTIFUL BRIDES
Phone: 0418 188 797
MAKE MY DAY GREAT
MEMORABLE WEDDINGS GLORIOUS OCCASIONS DREAMSCENE EVENTS
Diane: 0432 557 090
Chandelle: 0418 467 466
Phone: 0420 706 730
Sarah: 0402 667 515
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cake makers
Townsville's best!
JANINE’S CAKE ART
MEGAN’S CAKES & CANDYS
JANINE’S CAKE ART
JANINE’S CAKE ART
MEGAN’S CAKES & CANDYS
PAPER & STRING
MEGAN'S CAKES & CANDY'S
NEW YORK CAKE CO
PAPER & STRING
MEGAN'S CAKES & CANDY'S
JUST PEACHY CUPCAKES
PAPER & STRING
MEGAN’S CAKES & CANDYS
PAPER & STRING
JANINE’S CAKE ART
NEW YORK CAKE CO
JUST PEACHY CUPCAKES
Contact: Megan
Contact: Melissa
Contact: Janine
Contact: Theresa
Contact: Karina
Phone: 0414 299 816
Phone: 0403 548 642
Phone: 4773 2060
Phone: 0487 746 074
sales@justpeachycupcakes.
THE CHEESECAKE SHOP KIRWAN - 4773 5599
com.au
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Romantic
TRASH THE DRESS
photoshoot
R eal
TOWNSVILLE
COUPLE
Hair & Makeup: Veeutiful Makeup Artists
|
Photography: Veeutiful Makeup Artists
|
Art Direction: Vania (Veeutiful) & Jo (Jo’s Weddings)
Photograph Credits: Veeutiful Makeup Artists & Photography
Location: Riverside Ridge (Douglas) | Contact: Vivi or Vania on 0435 833 521
“Romantic Trash the Dress” Photography Shoot by Veeutiful
Wedding Gown, Suit, Jewellery & Hair Piece by Jo’s Weddings
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Romantic
TRASH THE DRESS
photoshoot
R eal
TOWNSVILLE
COUPLE
Hair & Makeup: Veeutiful Makeup Artists
|
Photography: Veeutiful Makeup Artists
|
Art Direction: Vania (Veeutiful) & Jo (Jo’s Weddings)
TRASH THE DRESS - DEFINITION (Wikipedia Entry)
“Trash the dress”, also known as “fearless bridal” or “rock the frock”, is a style of wedding photography
that contrasts elegant clothing with an environment in which it is out of place. It is generally shot in the
style of fashion or glamour photography. Such photography often takes place on a beach, but other
locations include city streets, rooftops, garbage dumps, fields, and abandoned buildings.
Photograph Credits: Veeutiful Makeup Artists & Photography
- Specialising in Trash the Dress Shoots: 0435 833 521
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entertainment
DJ's & Bands
CHECKLIST
tick when done
Selecting a DJ or Band
Selecting a Band or DJ is a fun task (although, they’re all fun!) You want someone who will entertain your guests,
accept requests (should you want them to) and have a musical selection that fits your personalities, likes & dislikes.
Below are a list of Entertainment along with contact details to assist you in making your entertainment decisions:
@MOSPHERE MOBILE DISCO
MOBILE DISCO SERVICES
PINKY’S DISCO
ENTERTAINMENT
DJ SPAGHETTI
ENTERTAINMENT
LOCATION: Aitkenvale
LOCATION: Townsville
LOCATION: Townsville
Phone: 0412 195 367
Phone: 0412 258274
Phone: 0427 722 977
LIQUID
SAINTS GROOVY
DANCEWORX DISCO
REVIVAL
MUSIC
& KARAOKE HIRE
LOCATION: Townsville
LOCATION: Townsville
LOCATION: Mount Louisa
Phone: 0407 731 893
Phone: 4723 9925
Phone: 0412 268 004
POOLE’S
A WILDY’S
DISCO FX MOBILE
OF MUSIC
ROCKBOXES
DISCO & LIGHT HIRE
LOCATION: Idalia
LOCATION: Townsville
LOCATION: Townsville
Phone: 4729 1752
Phone: 0423 547 926
Phone: 0439 509 344
NITETIME
TURN IT UP
DJ ROD’S
ENTERTAINMENT
MOBILE DISCO
MOBILE DISCO SERVICE
LOCATION: Kirwan
LOCATION: Kelso
LOCATION: Townsville
Phone: 4789 2107
Phone: 0432 712 379
Phone: 0410 472 322
OUR RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT WILL BE PROVIDED BY:
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ARTICLE BY THINK BEAUTY, CURRAJONG
beauty
Hair & Makeup
About Face…….a guide to putting your best (bridal) face forward.
Facebook. The best makeup artist for YOU, is the one YOU are
the most comfortable with, who can see YOUR vision and can
deliver the look that YOU love. With that in mind I have gathered
together a list of hints to help brides of all ages, no matter what
stage of planning.
• ASK OTHER BRIDES……
Word of mouth is a very powerful advertiser. If you see someone
who has a makeup look you particularly like, don’t be afraid to
ask if they had it professionally done, and get details.
• VISIT BRIDAL EXPOS…..
Don’t just walk on by because tou haven’t heard of the makeup
artist. If they have a portfolio of work or website have a look, you
may find exactly what you are looking for!!
• BOOK A TRIAL……
Photography: Think Beauty (Makeup), Podium Hair (Hair), Jo's
Never worn false lashes, liquid eyeliner and red lipstick? A trial
Weddings (Gown & Accessories), Hayden Scott (Photographer)
gives you the chance to check out what the artist can do, and if
you are comfortable with their work.
On your wedding day, you want to look like yourself, look
flawless in photos, appear natural to your guests, and feel
• DON’T BE AFRAID…..
perfectly at ease in how you look! Whew…….
To trust your makeup artist. They may make a suggestion that
you have never thought of. It will wash off if you don’t like it, but
To achieve this list, it pays to have a makeup artist you can trust
you never know unless you give it a go!
to deliver your dream. Most professional makeup artists like to
have a trial, so you can meet and discuss your expectations for
• DO YOUR RESEARCH……
your bridal makeup. For example, the bride who wears red lips
Sometimes photographers and hairdressers have preferred
and lots of black eyeliner every day, will probably not have the
salons or artists they work with. Ask them why they like them.
same perception of “natural makeup”, as one who wears none
at all. Professional makeup artists know this, and can work all
• BOOK EARLY…..
kinds of looks.
Just because your makeup is the last step in your wedding day
prep…it should not be left to last minute to decide on. Start
Choosing a makeup artist is something that should be
getting your skin wedding day ready at least 6 months BEFORE
planned well in advance, as the best ones often book out in
the day. Flawless skin takes time, so don’t expect a makeup
peak wedding season. The best makeup artist for YOU, is
artist to perform miracles in 1 hour, because you have neglected
not necessarily the most expensive, or the most popular on
your skin.
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beauty
Hair & Makeup
• DEFINE YOUR BROWS…..
see the bride in all her glory. If you don’t want your photo made
Nothing ruins a beautiful bridal photos like unruly brows. Find
public, just let the artist know you are not comfortable with that,
your best eyebrow shape and maintain them regularly.
and your wishes will be respected.
• PUT DOWN THE PHONE…..
Hope these simple tips give you food for thought. Happy
Yes it is a very busy day, but you are paying for a service… show
planning.
the artist some respect, and most of all……….enjoy it!! Too many
brides have a phone glued to their ear, and miss out on what
Fiona Lynch
the makeup should be about…YOU. Enjoy that last blissful hour
Makeup Artist
before you see your groom. Allow yourself some time to just
THINK Beauty
breathe and relax and feel beautiful.
THINK Pharmacy Townsville
• If you say you will give a photo to your hairdresser of makeup
Ph. 4728 6544
artist, please DO IT. We are proud of what we do and we love to
BEAUTY - HAIR & MAKEUP
m - makeup
h - hair
THINK PHARMACY TOWNSVILLE
PROPHECY
RADIANT ATTRACTIONS BY CHLOE
LOCATION: Currajoing (will travel)
LOCATION: Townsville West
LOCATION: Townsville
Phone: 4728 6544
Phone: 4721 6455
Phone: 0415 215 179
URBAN MISS MAKEUP
PODIUM HAIR & BEAUTY
CHRISCHELLE’S HAIR & BEAUTY
LOCATION: Townsville
LOCATION: Townsville City
LOCATION: Thuringowa
Phone: 0418 796 897
Phone: 4724 2488
Phone: 4723 5066
LUSH HAIR & TANNING
THE MAKEUP MIRROR
BOHEME BEAUTY + BODY
LOCATION: Townsville (will travel)
LOCATION: Hyde Park
LOCATION: Townsville
Phone: 0413 570 603
Phone: 4724 3344
Phone: 4724 5900
MISS MEL BEAUTY
VEEUTIFUL MAKEUP & HAIR
BOWIES HAIR
LOCATION: Gulliver
LOCATION: Douglas (will travel)
LOCATION: Townsville
Phone: 0417 908 084
Phone: 0435 833 521
Phone: 4771 6663
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flowers
Bouquets & Buttonholes
all of these bouquets & blooms are from
Jo's Weddings. For more, visit:
287 Sturt Street, Townsville City
Open: FRI / SAT / SUN / MON 10am-5pm
"Florist of High Quality Artificial Blooms"
Selecting your Flowers
Will you go Real or Artificial flowers? In our North Queensland climate, humidity can be a big issue. Whilst you also need to consider some
flower varieties are unavailable due to seasonal factors. Nothing quiet beats the floral scent of real flowers. But did you know, artificial
blooms can be scented with pure flower extract, so they, too, look and smell real? But will not wilt in the humidity, nor will they die after a few
days. And what's more, you can organise them in advance and keep them (without a preserving fee like real flowers) forever. Take a look at
the above photographs - all of artificial 'realistic' flowers. Can you tell the difference?
DAISY MAISY FLOWERS
TSV WEDDING FLOWERS & DESIGNS
JO’S WEDDINGS
LOCATION: Annandale
LOCATION: Aitkenvale
287 Sturt Street, Townsville City
Phone: 4728 6868
Phone: 4779 9949
Open 10am-5pm Fri, Sat, Sun & Mon
www.joweddings.com.au
MALPARA
TOWNSVILLE FLOWER MARKET
Facebook: www.facebook.com/joweddings
LOCATION: Hermit Park
LOCATION: Townsville
Phone: 4431 0327
Phone: 4771 6767
Phone: 4721 2522
Florist of Artificial Blooms (photos above)
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transport
Wedding Cars & Motorbikes
HUMMER EVENTS
MELVILLE’S
ELITE CRUISING
ACACIA
HUMMER
EVENTS
WEDDING CARS & CARRIAGES
Do you need to hire a Wedding Car or Carriage? In this day and age many family members will have spectacular cars you can loan for
the day. However, if you’d like something a little less “common” and a little more “wow” then these businesses can certainly give you that!
Whether you’re going traditional Horse & Cart style, Olden-Style Immaculate Condition Cars, Harley’s or even the popular Stretch Limo’s,
these Cars & Carts all look fan-tab-ulous in photos!
ACACIA LIMOUSINES
ELITE CRUISING
PR LIMOUSINE SERVICES
LOCATION: Rosslea
LOCATION: Rosslea
LOCATION: Townsville
Phone: 4728 8666
Phone: 0420 470 646
Phone: 4723 5677
TOWNSVILLE CUSTOM CYCLES
MELVILLE’S (Horse & Carriage)
HUMMER EVENTS
LOCATION: West End
LOCATION: Townsville
LOCATION:
Phone: 4771 2200
Phone: 4778 8388
Phone: 0487 HUMMER (486637)
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wedding songs
Ceremony & Reception
Grab your fiance, a bottle of wine, print this
I Do – Colbie Caillat
page out and sit down together on
Put You In A Song – Keith Urban
www.youtube.com and search for these
Love Lost – The Temper Trap
The Time (Dirty Bit) – The Black Eyed Peas
song titles. Listen to each song carefully and
I’d Rather Be With You – Joshua Radin
The Way You Make Me Feel – M.Jackson
when you look into each others eyes and
This Will Be (everlasting love) – Natalie Cole
What The World Needs Now – DeShannon
smile - that’s ‘the one’.
Wedding March – Felix Mendelssoh
You’ve got the love – Florence the Machine
Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring – Bach
Better Together – Jack Johnson
Ode to Joy – Beethoven
This year’s Love – David Grey
Spring (from Four Seasons) – Antonio Vivaldi
We found Love – Rihanna Ft. Calvin Harris
Finale (from Water Music) – George F. Handel
Good Feeling – Flo Rider
WALKING DOWN THE AISLE
Marry You – Bruno Mars
Rhythm Of Love – Plain White T’s
Just a Kiss – Lady Antebellum
INTRODUCTORY & CAKE CUTTING
You make me feel – Cobra Starship
FIRST DANCE
Just the way you are – Bruno Mars
You da one – Rihanna
Beauty and a Beat – Justin Bieber Nicki Minaj
Marry Me – Train
Bubbly – Colbie Caillat
Walking on a dream – Empire of the Sun
Every time we touch – Cascada (slow)
I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
Call me maybe – Carly Rae Jepsen
A moment like this – Kelly Clarkson
I Won’t Give Up – Jason Mraz
Sitting on Top of the World – Delta Goodrem
A Thousand years – Christina Perry
You’ve got the love – Florence the Machine
Fight For You – Jason Derulo
I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
Everything – Michael Buble
Take Care – Drake (featuring Rihanna)
Won’t Give Up – Jason Mraz
This Ole Love – Lior
Need Your Love – The Temper Trap
Songbird by Eva Cassidy
We found Love – Rihanna Ft. Calvin Harris
What Makes You Beautiful – One Direction
Pachelbel’s Canon – Johaan Pachelebel
Good Feeling – Flo Rida
Count on Me – Bruno Mars
Ave Maria – Franz Schubert or Bach
I don’t want this night to end – Luke Byran
Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder
To a Wild Rose – Edward MacDowell
Just a Kiss – Lady Antebellum
September – Earth, Wind and Fire
Air (On A G String) – Bach
Halo – Beyonce
Say Hey (I love you) - M.Franti / Spearhead
The Water is Wide (Gift of Love) – Traditional
We Will Know What It Is –Seek Love Keeper
My Girl – The Temptations
At Last – Etta James or Beyonce
Ceremony / signing register
What The World Needs Now – Jackie
You and Me – Lifehouse
If you haven’t found ‘the one’ for each part
Bubbly – Colbie Caillat
Your Song – Elton John
of your wedding from these lists, don’t panic.
Everything – Michael Buble
Come Away With Me – Norah Jones
This Ole Love – Lior
The Way You Look Tonight – Jerome Kern
Plan a ‘take two’ and organise a second
You’ve Got the Love – Florence & Machine
The Music of the Night –Phantom / Opera
evening together. What could be more
Halo – Beyonce
Unforgettable – Gordon
enjoyable than staring into each others
Paradise – Coldplay
It Had to Be You – Jones & Kahn
eyes for hours listening to romantic music
Just A Boy – Angus & Julia Stone
Moon River – Henry Mancini
anyway?
Lucky – Jason Mraz Waltz in A-flat Major – Brahms
Mine – Taylor Swift
Sleeping Beauty Waltz – Tchaikovsky
Enjoy the experience! xx
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bomboniere
Gifts for
your Guests
BOMBONIERE - WHAT TO GET?
The word “Bomboniere” is Italian for “Gifts” - traditionally, at special occasions the Host/Hostess will present their Guests with a Gift, in order
to thank them for their attendance and well wishes in their union. Bomboniere was introduced by the upper class society of 16th century
France and has forever been a tradition of “Gratitude” to those who attend. So, what to get? Following are some ideas & businesses from
which you can purchase your Bomboniere Gifts from, locally.
THE STUBBY CO
CINDY’S GLASSES
JO’S WEDDINGS
Cranbrook
Ingham (will deliver)
287 Sturt Street, Townsville
Phone: 4723 0502
Phone: 0401 168 087
Phone: 07 4431 0327
Stubby Coolers
Custom Glassware
All types of Favours & Gifts
FRI, SAT, SUN, MON - 10am-5pm
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wishing wells
Cages, Chests, Boxes & Trees
TO HAVE OR NOT TO HAVE?
In modern society, most couples are living
together long before their wedding day. With this
being the case, traditional gifts of pots & pans,
linen or glassware is not necessary (or necessarily
wanted). The solution is to incorporate a wishing
well, cage or chest into your wedding.
But how do you tell people about it? By
incorporating a small “Wishing Well / Cage /
Chest” card into your stationery package, that
us on our way!
But if you had something else in mind,
we’re sure a place for it we’ll find.
Most important is your presence this
day and night, as our wedding
without you just won’t be right.”
“We’d love to have you with us
when all our dreams come true.
We want to know that your presence,
over presents, will truly do!
But if we’re honoured with a
gift from you, please think to wish us
well. May we respectfully request
a donation to our wedding wishing well.”
will go out with the invitation itself. The card can
be in line with your stationery and can entail
a romantic or funny poem. Below are some
samples of wording:
“Many guests have enquired
for a gift inspired ~
A wishing well we thought
would be great,
but only if you wish to participate.
A gift of money you can afford
will be very appreciated,
you are assured.”
“To save you looking,
shopping and buying,
here’s an idea we hope you like trying.
In place of a kettle, toaster
and serving tray,
a gift of money would help
“We don’t want to offend
but we have it all.
All household goods and
so much more.
To save you shopping,
sit back and rest.
A gift of currency is our request!
Don’t go berserk or rob any banks
any little amount will
be met with thanks.
Now that we have saved you
all of the fuss,
we hope you can come and
celebrate with us.”
“In our house we have the things
that living together normally brings.
Most household items we’ve
already bought and because of
this reason we thoughtA wishing well would be great
but only if you wish to participate.
A gift of money is placed
in an envelope,
so in the future we hope
to furnish our house to it’s very best
and always remember it was
due to our guests.”
“We have in mind, the things to find
to make our house a home.
A money gift would help us set
the scene where love will roam!”
“Because at first we lived in sin
We’ve got the sheets and a rubbish bin
A gift from you would be swell
But we’d prefer a donation to our Wishing Well”
"The date has been set,
and we’d love you to come,
To our wedding up north, a long way for some,
All you must do, is decide what to wear,
Then polish your jewellery and cob your hair.
Don’t worry about gifts, don’t buy us a yacht,
The things that we need, we’ve already got.
Don’t go out shopping or get yourself stressed,
Don’t alter your plans for a pre-wedding rest.
If you want to be generous,
to the soon to be wed
Then save yourself the hassle
and do this instead…..
Contribute to our wishing well, we will be grateful,
We’ll go somewhere cool, where it will be blissful,
More in Store!
287 Sturt street,
townsville city
A honeymoon would be marvellous,
to start off our life,
In our long winding journey,
as new husband and wife!"
Jo's Weddings
287 Sturt Street, Townsville City
Open: FRI / SAT / SUN / MON 10am-5pm
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chalk boards
& Signs for Hire
Chalk Boards & Signs are ideal to have, whether it be a private,
back-yard affair or a glitzy all-out wedding. They add that extra
touch of romance, regardless of your wedding theme.
Jo's Weddings (287 Sturt Street, Townsville City) stock a small
variety of different options.
SOME LOCAL TOWNSVILLE
WEDDING DECORATORS
&
Jo's Weddings
287 Sturt Street, Townsville City
Open: FRI / SAT / SUN / MON 10am-5pm
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cake toppers
For your Wedding Cake
Choosing the perfect wedding cake topper for your special day can, at
first, seem like a major problem for someone who has no idea where to
start in the process. Sit down with your fiance and discuss what type
you both like. The options are plentiful - with humerous toppers, flower
toppers, crystal toppers, glass toppers, the list really does go on. Here
are some samples of the most popular cake toppers (all from Jo's
Weddings). Your cake maker would also be able to create edible cake
toppers, or you could use fresh flowers from your florist, or flowers you
can keep forever (from Jo's Weddings)
WHERE TO GET CAKE TOPPERS?
JO’S WEDDINGS
287 Sturt Street, Townsville City
Edible Toppers - your Cake Maker
Open: FRI / SAT / SUN / MON 10am-5pm
Real Flower Toppers - your Florist
• Humerous Toppers • Porcelain Toppers
• Floral Toppers • Crystal Toppers • Letters
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shopping list
for the big
day!
CHECKLIST OF ACCESSORIES FOR THE BRIDAL PARTY & THE BIG DAY
Below I have written a comprehensive checklist of wedding items related to the bridal party, stationery and some additionals, to ensure
you’ll have everything you need and nothing is forgotten!
STATIONERY
Suit
Cufflinks
Save the dates
Vest
Buttonhole
Wedding invitations & Envelopes
Tie or bow-tie
Thank-you gifts
RSVP Cards
Shoes
Thank-you cards
Cufflinks
Name cards
Buttonhole
Bomboniere
Seating plan
RING BEARER
Suit
Vest
BRIDESMAIDS
Tie or bow-tie
Table numbers
Dresses
Shoes
Menu’s
Shoes
Cufflinks
Necklace s& ear-rings
Buttonhole
Bracelets
Ring bearer pillow
Wedding dress
Clutch or bag
Thank-you gifts
Garter & toss garter
Shawl or shrug
Necklace & ear-rings
Hair accessories
MOTHERS & FATHERS (BOTH)
Bracelet
Posy Bouquets
Floral Wrist or Pin Corsage
Lingerie (bra & underware)
Thank-you gifts
BRIDE
Corset or body shaper
Shoes
GRAND PARENTS (BOTH)
FLOWER GIRLS
Floral Pin or Wrist Corsages
Tiara
Dresses
Veil
Shoes
Hair piece
Necklace s& ear-rings
Bomboniere
Birdcage veil
Bracelets
Guest book & pen
‘I Do’ shoe stickers
Shawl or shrug
Toasting glasses
Something blue
Hair accessories
Hens & Bucks accessories
Hanky
Flower girl basket, posy or flower wand
Centrepieces
Bridal bag
Flower petals (if using a basket)
Chair covers & sashes
Bridal kit (needle, cotton, lip gloss, etc)
Thank-you gifts
Table runners & scatters
Bolero or shrug
Bouquet
Toss bouquet
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Bridal table backdrop
GROOMSMEN
Wishing well, cage or chest
Hanky
Cake Topper & cake table decorations
Suit
Cake knife & server set
Vest
Car ribbons
Wrist watch
Tie or bow-tie
Cake bags or boxes
Hanky
Shoes
Chalkboard (or similar)
GROOM
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honeymoon
Locations - Local & International
WANT TO HOLIDAY CLOSER TO HOME?
PORT HINCHINBROOK ELANDRA RESORT
CASTAWAYS RESORT
CASSAWONG COTTAGE
Marina CabinsMission BeachMission BeachMission Beach
Phone: 4066 2000
Phone: 4068 8154
Phone: 4068 7444
Phone: 4068 8500
PURE MAGNETIC
TREE TOP LODGE
BIG 4 ADVENTURE
SHAWS ON THE SHORE
Magnetic IslandMagnetic IslandCairnsWhitsundays (Airlie)
Phone: 4758 1900
Phone: 4778 5955
Phone: 4039 9599
Phone: 1300 640 587
THEME PARKS & ISLANDS IN QUEENSLAND
THEME PARK TOURS
DAYDREAM ISLANDHAMILTON ISLANDHINCHINBROOK
Dreamworld: (07) 5588 1111
Airlie Beach / Whitsundays
Whitsundays
Hinchinbrook Island
Seaworld: (07) 5588 2222
Phone: 1800 075 040
Phone: 137 333
Phone: 4066 2000
GREEN ISLAND
STRADBROKE ISLAND
BEDARRA ISLAND
Cairns / Off-Shore
Moreton Bay (Off-Shore)
Mission Beach (Off-Shore)
or book for all on: 133 FUN
Phone: 1300 667 386
Phone: 4068 8233
Movieworld: (07) 5573 3999
Wet’n’Wild: (07) 5556 1660
Phone: 1800 673 366
WHO TO SEE FOR OVERSEAS HONEYMOONS?
ESCAPE TRAVEL TOWNSVILLE
FLIGHT CENTRE TOWNSVILLE
TRAVELPRO TOWNSVILLE
Willows Shopping CentreStockland Shopping CentreDeeragun
Phone: 1300 215 068
Phone: 1300 755 332
Phone: 4751 9409
HARVEY WORLD TRAVEL
BUSINESS & LEISURE TRAVEL
LEN ZELL
Castletown Shopping Centre
North Ward Shopping Village
Townsville
Phone: 4724 2340
Phone: 4724 2228
Phone: 4724 1696
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accommodation
for Interstate
guests
MOTELS
AQUARIUS ON THE BEACH
OAKS
CITY OASIS INNHOTEL IBIS
75-77 The Strand, North Ward
2 Dibbs Street, South TSV
143 Wills St, Townsville
12-14 Palmer St, TSV
Phone: 4772 4255 Phone: 4778 9000 Phone: 4771 6048
Phone: 4753 2000
SUMMIT MOTEL
CEDAR LODGE MOTEL
Hermit Park Hotel
Palm Waters Villas
6 Victoria St, Townsville
214 Nathan St, Aitkenvale
Charters Towers Rd, TSV
13/36 Landsborough St
Phone: 4721 2122
Phone: 4775 7800 Phone: 4721 4143
Phone: 4772 6011
Dalrymple Hotel MotelHoliday Inn
Breezes by the Bay
Raintree Motel
310 Bayswater Rd, Garbutt
320-334 Flinders St, TSV
3 Primrose St, Townsville
12 Bowen Rd, Rosslea
Phone: 4779 6344
Phone: 4729 2000
Phone: 4772 3335 Phone: 4775 3066
Waters Edge The Strand
Quest Townsville
Colonial Rose Motel
Mariners North
63 The Strand, North Ward
30-34 Palmer St, Townsville
23 Bowen Rd, Townsville
7 Mariners Dr, Townsville
Phone: 4721 1777
Phone: 4726 4444
Phone: 4725 1422
Phone: 4722 0777
Rydges Southbank Beach House Motel Park Regis Anchorage
Jupiters Casino
23 Palmer St, Townsville
66 The Strand, Townsville
51 Palmer St, South TSV
Sir Leslie Thiess Dr
Phone: 4726 5265
Phone: 4721 1333
Phone: 4722 6200 Phone: 4722 2333
Yongala Lodge
Comfort Inn
Chifley Plaza Grand Hotel
11 Fryer St, North Ward
261 Stanley St, TSV
Flinders St, Townsville
8-10 Palmer St, Townsville
Phone: 4772 4633
Phone: 4771 6900
Phone: 4772 1888 Phone: 4753 2800
Ridgemont Executive MotelCentral City Motel
Mecure Inn
Seagulls Resort
15-19 Victoria St, Townsville
164 Stanley St, Townsville
166 Woolcock St, Currajong
74 Esplanade, Belgian GDN
Phone: 4771 2164 Phone: 4724 0233
Phone: 4725 2222 Phone: 4721 3111
SELF CONTAINED APARTMENTS & CARAVAN PARKS
TSV HOLIDAY APARTMENTS
Bayside ApartmentsHoliday House At Cook St Monte Carlo
80 Mitchell St, North Ward
102 The Strand, North Ward
51 Cook St, North Ward
45 Bowen Rd, Townsville
Phone: 4721 1990 Phone: 4721 2588
Phone: 0427 555 019
Phone: 4725 2555
Itara Apartments
Rowes Bay Caravan Park
Big4 TSV Woodlands
The Lakes Holiday
1-15 Sporting Dr, Thuringowa
Heatley Parade, Rowes Bay
548 Bruce Hwy, Deeragun
196 Woolcock St Currajong
Phone: 4723 4644
Phone: 4771 3576
Phone: 4751 6955
Phone: 4725 1577
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HENS & BUCKS
showers & parties
Where to go?
What to do?
Where to get the goodies?!
FUN GAMES FOR THE PARTY
Post It Note Game - We love this game as it’s a great way to give
the bride a sweet momento of the night. Give everyone a post-it note
Pass the Parcel - Similar to the ‘Pass the Parcel’ game you played
and pen. Each hen writes a short sentence of a memory they have
as a kid, this game steps it up a notch with some naughty prizes and
of the bride. When everyone is done, place all the post-it notes on a
risqué challenges. For prizes, consider pecker candy, massage oils
hard surface for the bride to read one by one. As she reads them out
and ticklers. Also slip in an embarrassing task or two between layers,
she has to guess who wrote it and explain the story out loud. Tales
such as ‘kiss a stranger’, ‘give someone a lap dance’ or sing the
of childhood, old boyfriends and drunken nights welcome. The bride
chorus to ‘Lady Marmalade’.
can then add these into a nice hens night keepsake.
Truth or Dare - This is a game set to embarrass the hen. At the
Design the Wedding Dress - Probably one of the most well-known
start of the night, have all the hens write a dare or naughty question
games for a hens night, this game involves many rolls of toilet paper
for the bride-to-be to complete or answer throughout the night. It
and everyone breaking into small teams. The aim is to create the
can be humiliating, such as removing her bra while on the dance
dream wedding dress on one of your team members in the given
floor, x-rated (think pinching a stranger’s bottom or having a specific
time frame (10 minutes is a good amount of time to allow). At the end
part of your body autographed), or something innocent, like asking
each ‘model’ should strut her stuff on the imaginary catwalk while
a married couple for advice. Stagger them throughout the night until
another team member explains the inspiration (have fun coming up
she’s gotten through the entire list. Give her a prize at the end as a
with a designer name and really ‘selling’ the great craftsmanship and
reward for all her hard work and humiliation.
detailing on your dress). The bride gets to choose the winning team.
* Above games sourced from The Knot
WHERE TO BUY PARTY GAMES?
• Drinking Games • Truth or Dare Cards • Dare Scratchies • Bride Bingo • Pecka Hoopla • Spin-a-Dare • Scavanger Hunt • Willy Fishing
jo’s weddings
287 Sturt street, townsville city
Sweethearts adult store
www.facebook.com/joweddings
FRI, SAT, SUN, MON 10am -5pm
206 Charters Towers Rd
Phone: 4725 1431
LOOKING FOR A STRIPPER?
Exotic Exposure NOVELTY IMPORTSlusty entertainment
CHEEKY CHAPS
Phone: 0451 161 216 Phone: 4773 5575
Phone: 0418 336 654
Phone: 0407 690 344
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bridal lingerie
for the day & honeymoon
BRIDAL LINGERIE
Consider a convertible bra. If you buy your bridal bra before your
gown, look for a convertible bra with adjustable straps. Basic
There are two types of bridal lingerie: what you wear for your wedding
convertible bras may convert into strapless bras or crisscross backs,
day, and what you wear for your wedding night. For the ceremony
but more advanced convertibles can be turned into halters, backless,
itself, focus undergarments that offer comfort and support. When
t-shaped, and more.
you and your new husband can enjoy some alone time, slip into
something with a little more edge.
Add volume. A good push-up bra can enhance your bust without
looking too unnatural. Bras with cotton, gel, or water-filled pads can
Choosing the right bra. Focus on support. During your ceremony,
also create extra cleavage. Make sure whatever you choose looks
support and comfort are more important that sexiness. The last thing
and feels natural.
you need on your big day is to worry about sagging or falling out of
your gown, and you probably want to avoid wires that stab into your
Slip into something sexier once the gown comes off. Ribbons,
side or lace that chafes your breasts.
lace, and other seductive details may ruin your smooth silhouette
during the ceremony. Save these details for when you and your new
Create a smooth silhouette. Look for seamless bras, especially if you
husband can enjoy each other privately.
have a gown made of lightweight fabric. You might be able to get
away with a standard bra if your gown is made of heavier material,
Create sex appeal with lace. Lace can be a sultry feature to have
but you must make sure that no straps or other lines show through.
for your wedding night. A bra with a few scallops of lace along the
border creates a sweet appeal, but a full lace bra that allows your skin
Mind your neckline. Not many gowns have a convenient neckline that
to show through looks more naughty than nice.
works with a standard t-shirt bra. Find a bra specifically designed to
work with your neckline. Choose a strapless bra or bandeau if you
Stick with white or nude for the ceremony. Match the color of your
have a strapless gown. A strapless bra offers minimal support, while
bra to the color of your skin or the color of the dress. Otherwise, it
a bandeau offers plenty of support but may flatten your chest some.
may show through the fabric.
• Look for a backless bra that hooks at the waist if you have
a backless gown.
Play with color for the wedding night. Once you no longer need to
• Try stick cups if you have a smaller chest. These cups
worry about the gown or the crowd, feel free to expand your color
adhere to your skin, offer basic support and coverage. They
choices. White or ivory have sweet, traditional appeal, while black
do lack the same sort of support an actual bra would
looks ultra-sexy. Pastel colors can also create a demure look for
provide, however, so they are not recommended for women
your new husband to enjoy, while bolder colors can look a little more
who are heavily endowed.
powerful.
WHERE TO BUY?
Shona’s Lingerie BrA’S N THINGS
FIGGERScity chic (plus size)
206 Ross River Rd, Aitkenvale
Stockland Shopping Centre
Woolcock St, Hyde Park
Castletown
Phone: 4779 3099
Phone: 4725 3175
Phone: 4724 5524 Phone: 4771 6352
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checklists
thinks to remember!
ENGAGEMENT
PRE-WEDDING CELEBRATIONS
LAST-MINUTE CONFIRMATIONS
Take engagement photos
Schedule ceremony rehearsal
Order alcohol
Plan engagement party
Discuss and confirm bridal party events
Set up ‘must play’ and ‘do not play’
Hire wishing well for party
and bridal shower(s) bucks/hens parties
music lists
Finalise ceremony with celebrant
PRE-PLANNING
FOR THE GUESTS
Create a wedding day schedule
Settle on wedding budget
Register for gifts or book wishing well
Call guests who have not yet RSVP’d
Finalise wedding theme/colors/style
Send invitations
Give caterer a final head count
Create a first draft wedding guest list
Reserve block of hotel rooms for out-of-
Confirm delivery details with wedding
Chose Bridal Party
town guests
cake maker
Pick wedding date
List family traditions to incorporate
Write speeches
THE MINORS
Determine and confirm any wedding-day
Submit engagement announcement to
Decide on guest book / pen
tasks with friends and family
the newspaper
Purchase or design favours
Confirm bouquet delivery or collection
Create ceremony program
Confirm final payment with all vendors
Buy bridal party gifts
Pick up marriage license
Hire a wedding planner
Create seating chart
Schedule appointments for any last
Select wedding bands
Create place cards for settings
minute dress or suit alterations
Set wedding venue
Decide on centerpieces and bouquets
THE MAJORS
Set reception venue
Hire a photographer
STYLE
PAPERWORK
Break in wedding shoes
Hire a florist (real or artificial?)
Meet with celebrant to discuss
Get final haircuts
Hire DJ/band
Apply for marriage license
Get final spa treatments
Hire caterer
Send thank notes for any gifts received
Make emergency bridal kit
Hire videographer
in advance
Plan night-before activities
Book celebrant
Find rental supplier for chairs, linens, etc.
THE CEREMONY
POST WEDDING
Book transportation
Write ceremony
Dry clean and preserve wedding gown
Book wedding night accommodations
Confirm participants
and veil
Send save the dates
Write vows
Write thank you notes within eight weeks
Hire ceremony chairs, arch, decorations
Change all insurance policies and wills to
WHAT TO WEAR
include spouse
Buy wedding bands
Complete name-changing paperwork
Buy wedding dress
Update all utility bills and phone bills with
Settle on wedding party outfits
new name
Schedule gown fitting appointments
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speeches
& schedules for the Reception
WHO SHOULD MAKE A SPEECH?
SCHEDULES FOR THE RECEPTION
• Bride
• Groom
This is usually where most couples get stuck. I have written a
• Best Man
• Maid of Honour/Chief Bridesmaid
‘traditional’ running sheet of a reception schedule, you may like to
• Father of the Bride
• Mother of the Bride
tailor this to your own needs, or perhaps just use it for inspiration.
• Father of the Groom
• Mother of the Groom
• Grandparents of the Bride and/or Groom
5:00pm Cocktail Hour for your Guests whilst you finish having
• Siblings, close relative or notable friends of the Bride and/or Groom
photographs taken with your photographer at your chosen
• Somebody else meaningful in your lives
locations
6:00pm Announcement made for everyone to be seated for dinner
HOW TO WRITE YOUR WEDDING SPEECH
6:10pm Bridal Party arrive and are announced by the allocated MC,
1. Consider to whom you are toasting and who you will address
during your speech.
6:15pm Typically the bride’s father welcomes everyone to the
with the “Mr & Mrs” announcement to follow
wedding reception and thanks them for coming. Some
2. Clarify your relationship to the couple. Some people at the wedding
couples choose to do toasts here, but most wait until later
might not know who you are, so making this clear at the beginning
in the wedding reception.
will avoid any confusion.
6:20pm First Course is served
6:30pm Speeches & Toasts
3. Give thanks. Show gratitude to whoever is hosting the wedding,
6:45pm Main Course is served
whether it’s the parents of the bride or the couple themselves. E.g.
7:25pm First Dance for Newlyweds, followed by DJ’s announcement
“Thank you for welcoming us to this happy occasion, and sharing
your joy with us today.”
8:15pm Cake Cutting
that all may now join in
8:30pm Bride & Groom Thanks (to guests)
4. Share an anecdote. Stories of how various parties met are always
8:40pm Father/Daughter & Mother/Son dance
popular, whether you talk about how the bride and groom met or
8:50pm Dancing continues
your first time meeting either of them. Another popular topic is an
9:30pm Bouquet toss / Garter toss
embarassing story - always a winner!
9:45pm Dancing continues
10:45pm Last Dance
5. Offer a compliment. Say something nice about the person (or
10:55pm DJ Announces Farewell to the Bride & Groom
couple) you are toasting to. Although your intentions might be good,
11:00pm Dancing continues / guests begin to leave
don’t go on and on about how great a person is; instead, choose a
11:30pm DJ/Band pack up
few appreciate adjectives that go a long way (e.g. “he’s generous,
11:55pm Everyone goes home
intelligent, and kind”).
Remember, this is only a sample of a ‘traditional’ running sheet. This
6. End the toast on a positive note. Offer a wish, a traditional toast,
is your wedding and you really should tailor it to your needs.
or a blessing.
7. Indicate the ending of the toast. Finish off with a phrase that’s
It is extremely rare in this day and age that the Bride & Groom will
to be repeated by the guests. For example: “Let us now toast the
leave before the last guest has departed! Afterall, they’re celebrating
happiness of Jill and Jack. To Jill and Jack!”
for and drinking on you!
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what to do...
after the wedding
WHAT TO DO AFTER THE WEDDING
cards in your wishing well, people will expect gratitude for their gifts.
Try and personalise a message to them, such as “Thank You for the
1. Have your dress dry-cleaned as soon as possible after you
new pressure cooker, it will be of great use - and we’ll be sure to
return from your honeymoon (the sooner, the better!). Even if you
invite you over for dinner the first time we use it!” etc.
are undecided if you’ll keep it or sell it. By not cleaning it as soon
as possible, any spillage from the reception may be much harder
10. Update any Lease Agreements with Real Estate Agents.
to remove. Once it’s cleaned, store it in a box with acid-free tissue
paper, somewhere cool and dry like the top of a cupboard.
11. Update any Pet Registrations to include your married name,
whilst you’re at it, update your vets as well.
2. CHANGE YOUR NAME (if you have chosen to do so)
Ideally, you should change all your IDs within 90 days of being
12. Call and update all of your details at your Doctors, Dentist,
married, here’s what to do:
Hospital and any other specialists you may see.
Change your driver’s license by going to QLD Roads. You will need to
13. Get in touch with your Photographer & Videographer, just to
take your marriage certificate in with you as proof of your new name.
touch base. By this stage you should have DVD’s / CD’s ready for
collection.
3. Change your passport. You’ll most likely need to send in a current
passport, a photocopy of your marriage certificate, and possibly new
14. If you have received a DVD/CD of Photographs or a DVD of your
passport photos which can be taken at the Post Office. But don’t
Wedding Video, sit down with your new Husband/Wife and enjoy
worry, you can still travel overseas for your honeymoon, as long as
a relaxed “post wedding” romantic dinner and re-live the moment,
you don’t change your name (step 1) before you go overseas.
soaking up the atmosphere you may have been too busy to soak up
on the actual day.
4. Change your Employer or Centrelink details. Update your
Superannuation company, too.
15. Consider printing out some of your photographs if you have only
purchased your images edited on a DVD/CD. Pop into Office Works,
5. Call all of your credit card companies to get your name changed.
Kmart, Big W, Camera House or similar and investigate your options
with printing some of your favourites to proudly display on your walls.
6. Get in touch with your Accountant, make an appointment if they
recommend you to do so. You’ll need to update your taxes and any
16. Figure out your post-wedding finances. Sit down with your new
legal documents if you are a business owner.
Husband/Wife and have “that talk” about your 5-year plan. Where do
you want to be in 5 years? Would you like to start saving for your own
7. Update all of your Utilities such as Electricity, Gas, Water and don’t
home? Perhaps you’d like to plan a “Second Honeymoon”? Now is
forget your Internet & Phones. You’ll need your new license and
the time to set your goals so you have something new to focus on,
possibly your marriage certificate.
and this time as a Married Couple.
8. Update all of your bank accounts and loans (if any)
17. Legals. No one wants to talk about it, but it must be addressed.
Most couples make their partner beneficiaries on Wills and on Life
9. Send out your Thank-You letters. If you have received presents or
Insurances.
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wedding facts
just for fun!
JUST FOR FUN - WEDDING FACTS (HISTORIES)
food. For example, the French throw wheat, Sicilians throw wheat
bread and salt, and the English throw pieces of cake. Early Romans
DID YOU KNOW?
or Greeks threw nuts, dates, and seed-bearing plants. Bulgarians
In the rhyme ‘something old, something new, something borrowed,
have thrown figs
something blue’, “blue” is symbolic of the blood of royalty, since both
the bride and the groom were once considered to be “royal” on their
Throwing rice at weddings symbolises fertility, prosperity, and bounty.
wedding day.
In some countries, the bride might even carry or wear sheaves of
grain. Many modern churches and wedding locations discourage
rice throwing because rice can be fatal for birds who eat it
Guests in ancient times would tear off part of the bride’s gown as
Early Roman brides carried a bunch of herbs, such as garlic and
tokens of good luck, leading to the tradition of the bride throwing
rosemary, under their veils to symbolise fidelity and fertility and to
both her garter and her bouquet
ward off evil. These herbs served as a precursor to the modern bridal
bouquet
The phrase “tying the knot” initially came from an ancient Babylonian
custom in which threads from the clothes of both the bride and
The phrase “Something old, something new, something borrowed,
bridegroom were tied in a knot to symbolise the couple’s union.
something blue, and a silver sixpence in her shoe” symbolises
Literally tying some type of ceremonial knot at a wedding ceremony
continuity, optimism for the future, borrowed happiness, fidelity, and
can be found across cultures
wealth or good luck, respectively
In some African ceremonies, it was a sentiment of well wishing to
Las Vegas is the top wedding destination with over 100,000 weddings
greet the new bride with the words: “May you bear 12 children with
a year, followed by Hawaii at 25,000 weddings a year
him
Wedding rings are often placed on the third finger of the left hand
A bride is traditionally carried over the threshold either to symbolise
because ancient Egyptians believed the vein in that hand (which the
her reluctance to leave her father’s home or because evil spirits
Romans called the “vein of love”) ran directly to the heart
hovered over the threshold of a house—so she was lifted over the
entrance to protect her from the spirits
In many cultures, the groom historically often kidnapped the bride,
and the groom’s friends would help him, leading to the modern-day
Pope Innocent III (1160/1-1216) declared that a waiting period
groomsmen. At the alter, the groom always stood on the bride’s right
should be observed between betrothal and marriage, which led to
side so his right hand—or his sword hand—would be free to fight/
separate engagement and wedding rings. The first recorded account
defend a jealous rival
of a diamond engagement ring was in 1477 when King Maximilian I
of Germany (1459-1519) proposed to Mary of Burgundy (1457-1482)
Flower girls traditionally threw flower petals in the bride’s path to lead
and offered her a diamond to seal his vow
her to a sweet, plentiful future
During Biblical times, shoes were seen as a badge of authority
Nearly all cultures have showered the wedding couple with symbolic
because they lifted a person off the ground, differentiating them
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{ ENJOY! }
your wedding
day!