Morning Of Your Wedding

The day is finally here! With all the stresses and emotions leading up to the wedding it is important that on the day you try your best to be as present as possible. This starts with the morning of your wedding. Here are some tips below to help maintain a relaxed and fun beginning to your special day.

Sleep Early

Get your beauty sleep in! Start this process weeks before your wedding day to help  you ease into a routine that gives you at least 8 hours of rest. Drifting to a peaceful sleep with a calming playlist always does the trick!

Preparation

Get everything ready days before your wedding. Lay out your dress, accessories, hair and makeup have the place clean and organised ready for photography. Nothing more stressful than getting the place or yourself ready under pressure. Having a checklist handy is great help to make sure things stay in order and help keep you stress free.

Meditation

It is completely natural to feel all sorts of emotions the day of your wedding. Having a least 2-5min of time to yourself to take in deep breaths will help calm your mind for a better start to your special day. 

Eat!

Don’t forget to eat. A healthy breakfast will help you get through the day. Avoid anything greasy and stodgy foods as these can make you feel bloated and uneasy will can add to your nerves. 

Scents

Calming scents is always the way to go. Having your favourite scent as a room diffuser, natural oils and candles will fill the room with peace. A bonus is that you’ll always remember this scent throughout your marriage, taking you back to that morning.

Music

Your favourite songs will always put you in the right mood! Create a playlist leading up to the morning that you know will help you relieve stress! 

Allow Extra Time

You never want to feel rushed, so allow for extra time! Remember things like traffic, unexpected cancellations, your family members running late, photography, allow time for each of these things!

International Wedding Locations

For many couples the dream is to have a destination wedding! Below are the top locations that couples love:

Jamaica

Italy

Costa Rica

France

Mexico

Hawaii

Las Vegas 

Bianca + Dylan

Our beautiful VPC bride Bianca, celebrated her wedding wearing a custom made Vincenzo Pintaudi Couture wedding gown.

Divine Simplicity is what Bianca embodied on her wedding day. A modern take on a timeless silhouette! Our signature VPC corsetry with exposed boning accentuates her curves, with a layer of soft draping across the hips before a show stopping split, which flares out into a stunning long train for the ultimate walk down the aisle. A breathtaking vision in white! 

Photographer: Kas.Richards- http://kasrichards.com/ 

How To Choose Your Wedding Date

The date of your wedding is a crucial part of wedding planning. It will impact every aspect of your special day. This is a decision made as a couple and should properly consider before committing to the date. This can often be very overwhelming for the couple, as it is usually not just what it best for the two of you, but as well as for family and friends from both sides. 

Below are a couple of tips to help pick the date of your special day: 

Plan Around Your Honeymoon

If you’re planning on going on your honeymoon straight after your wedding, it is best that you consider a date that fits your plans, especially when travelling abroad. Consider the season you’d like to be married in and the season you’d like to be in for your honeymoon, or when there is less tourists in a certain country. 

Pick The Season

The best way to start is to think about the season you’d like your wedding to be in. The time of year can affect your budget, venue, theme, and even the menu, making this an important step. Once you pick your season you can narrow it down to the month and day you’d like.  

Budget

Budgeting is important as the date you pick can be the most popular, therefore most expensive. Being flexible with this can save you a lot of money. Having your wedding overseas is always most expensive as you have to take into account the rent you pay for your stay, transportation, etc. 

Melbourne Wedding Locations

Melbourne….named the Worlds Top City for many years! What’s not to love about our city? 

There are countless picture perfect locations to choose from for your special day. 

Here are some top Wedding Locations Melbourne has to offer:

Half Acre

Wedding Venue Location: South Melbourne

Website: https://www.halfacre.com.au

Luminare

Wedding Venue Location: South Melbourne 

Website: https://luminare.net.au/

George Ballroom

Wedding Venue Location: St Kilda

Website: https://www.thegeorgeballroom.com.au/

The Line

Wedding Venue Location: Footscray 

Website: https://www.fourpeople.com.au/

Quat Quatta

Wedding Venue Location: Ripponlea 

Website: https://www.quatquatta.com.au/

Wedding Traditions

Old, New, Borrowed and Blue

One of the most common wedding traditions is the having something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue as good luck! ‘Something old’ is an honour to where you come from… your family. A chance to represent your family heritage. ‘Something new’ is to symbolise your future with your partner. ‘Something borrowed’ is similar to ‘old’ as it typically is an item belonging to a family member or friend as a good luck charm. Lastly ‘something blue’ is for fidelity and purity. 

The Garter and Bridal Bouquet Toss

What’s a wedding without some fun! The garter and bridal bouquet toss is a tradition that hasn’t been lost and still used in many weddings today. In most weddings the bride will toss her bouquet at the single ladies first, and then the groom will remove the garter and toss it to the single men. Traditionally, the woman who catches the bouquet will then have to sit down with the man who caught the garter. 

The Honeymoon

The honeymoon is a romantic getaway for just the newlyweds. Precious time spent together to relax as a married couple. Here is a link below to help plan your Honeymoon:

https://vincenzopintaudicouture.com/blog/planning-your-honeymoon

Bridal Showers

The bridal shower is a celebration of the brides upcoming marriage. Traditionally guests give gifts to the couple for their home. The Bridal shower is usually thrown 2-6 months before the wedding and is hosted by the maid of honour, bridesmaids, or close friends. Having a theme for your bridal shower is a great way to set the mood and tone for your wedding. Don’t shy away from adding your personality to the the party! 

Lucinda + Joseph

Our beautiful VPC bride Lucinda, celebrated her wedding wearing a custom made Vincenzo Pintaudi Couture wedding gown.

A timeless silhouette embellished with intricate and ornate hand beading layered on top of custom corsetry, structured specifically to Lucinda’s figure, made at our VPC studios. Accessorised with a soft Italian tulle veil that exceeds her chapel length train, fit for a grand entrance. This sweetheart fit and flare gown with exposed boning is designed to create an elegant yet sexy appearance for our bride to meet her soon-to-be husband at the end of the aisle. 

Photographer: Icon Photography Melbourne - www.iconweddingphotography.com.au 

Videographer: Evoke Productions - https://www.evokeproductions.com.au/

Best Wedding Cake Flavours Part 2

One of the most enjoyable parts of your wedding planning process is trying out the various cake flavours you can choose from, for you special day. 

Below are some Wedding Cake Flavours you need to try!!

Tea

Time for Tea! A British special! This beautifully light and delicate flavour is perfect for any high tea. Usually has layers of strawberries and fluffy whipped cream for the perfect bite!

Hazelnut Praline 

Oooo so fancy! Want to wow your guests? How about an amazingly crafted cake with layers of flavours to die for! Vanilla sponge brushed with Frangelico and filled with hazelnut praline buttercream topped with thin layers of dark chocolate ganache. 

Cookies & Cream 

Throwing it back to EVERYONE’S favourite. Cookies & Cream will always work for any occasion. Not only is the taste phenomenal, but it is nostalgic amongst many! 

Cherry Chocolate

The OG of cakes! Cherry and chocolate is a combination to melt for! A rich and indulgent flavour of a black forest cake will have you licking you spoon clean. 

Citrus 

Citrus Flavours tend to be most popular during the summertime. A fun and zesty bite enjoyed in the sun. Having the fruits decorated on the cake is an elegant and modern aesthetic. 

Get Taste Testing!! 

Best Wedding Cake Flavours Part 1

One of the most enjoyable parts of your wedding planning process is trying out the various cake flavours you can choose from, for you special day. 

Below are some Wedding Cake Flavours you need to try!!

Rose 

Not only do rose flavoured cakes bring the romance but is also incredibly delicious. It has just the right amount of sweetness for all your guests to enjoy. For an ultra-romantic aesthetic, press some of the rose petals onto the icing of the cake. 

Chocolate Cappuccino 

Who doesn’t love this combination! The perfect ratio of rich chocolate cake with cappuccino icing! 

Pistachio 

Pistachio Cake is very popular amongst many couples, and it’s no surprise. This cake flavour is light and fresh and cake be combined with many icing flavourings of your choice. Just a little hint…… buttercream icing will work wonders!! 

Funfetti 

Who said Funfetti is just for kids!? This flavour is also very popular amongst many couples, as it brings a fun personality! Though it still has a sophisticated taste that will work for your wedding. Its traditional vanilla icing is usually paired with lemon or strawberry curd layers. 

Salted Caramel 

This decadent flavour will win over all your guests! Who doesn’t love layers filled with caramel- infused buttercream and thin layers of salted caramel. 

Get Taste Testing!! 

Choosing The Right Shoes For Your Wedding

Finding the perfect pair of shoes to wear on your special day is a top priority! Bridal Shoes can make or break a wedding day for a bride. Not only do you want the shoes to look great and match your dress, but you want to be able to 1. Walk in them and 2. Comfort!! 

Below are some tips to help you when choosing your shoes for your wedding. 

Match To Dress 

Considering the height of your heel is crucial! If you are planning on getting a custom made wedding gown, then it would be best to bring your shoes to the fittings in order to match the length. 

Customising your shoes to suit your wedding dress is also a possibility. Consider adding elements to your shoe that resemble your dress such as beading and fabric. 

Comfortability 

You will be in these shoes for the entire day, therefore comfort is key! It is a very significant factor to consider when choosing your pair of heels. The styling of your heels can also affect the comfort level such as an open toe heel may be more comfortable than a pointed toe.

As we all know, wearing brand new heels is not always the most comfortable, but after a couple of wears they begin to fit more comfortably.  Apply this to your wedding shoes! Begin wearing them around the house for a couple of hours or even try dancing in them to really wear them in. 

Buy Early

Always buy early! Don’t leave your wedding shoes as a last thought.You should begin shopping for your shoes during or immediately after your wedding dress process, as finding the perfect pair may take some time.

Re-Wearability 

A great saving tip is to purchase a pair of heels that you can still wear after your wedding day. A white or nude heel styles well with many colours! 

Shoe Switch 

Consider changing your shoes at the reception. If you have your heart set on a pair heels that are not the most comfortable, then a good trick is to be photographed in them but then change to a more comfortable pair later on that evening. No matter the comfort level, always bring an extra pair as back up!