Wedding Planner Blog | Musings from Sydneys Best Wedding Planner

You don’t need a wedding theme

July 10, 2019 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Musings

Stop. You don’t need a wedding theme. If you’ve worried over not having one, or having one. Reading a ton of other blog posts with really gorgeous (styled) shoots. Worried that your wedding won’t be as gorgeous. Worried that you don’t have your crap together. Here’s a reality check. You’re giving yourself anxiety and you need to quit. Now.

The theme of your wedding. Well, that be YOU! Be your authentic self. Make choices that you would make (not your sister, mother, best friend). Go with your heart and listen to your gut. The truth is that without you even knowing it, your wedding will happen beautifully, without superfluous orchestration. That’s your theme, that’s who you are. Just keep an ear to the ground and listen.

The wedding planning thing that no one talks about

July 8, 2019 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Musings

Here’s what no one will tell you when you start planning a wedding. It’s like running your own business. A lot of different decision makers, stake holders and investors, telling you what they want all at the same time. And it can be exhausting, emotionally challenging and thankless. Yet, it’s supposed to be the best […]

The Bathers’ Pavilion, Balmoral Beach

March 14, 2019 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Venue Review

The Bathers’ Pavilion has been an institution on Sydney’s lower north shore since, well, forever. Serge Dansereau head chef and owner, really sets himself apart from the rest by working with small producers and growers to achieve the modern Australian edge on his menu. So when the dining experience at your wedding reception needs to […]

The Taronga Centre (NSW)

August 9, 2018 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Venue Review

If you’re wanting dramatic city views without the hassle of being right in the centre of town then the Taronga Centre is the ultimate choice. When you’re choosing a venue, food and beverage are usually top of mind, but a venue like the Taronga Centre can offer you experiences on your wedding day that are […]

Zest Waterfront Venues, The Boathouse (The Spit, Mosman)

May 22, 2018 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Venue Review

Zest Waterfront Venues have two locations. The first at Point Piper, and the other at The Spit Mosman. Zest at Mosman is located at the Middle Harbour 16ft Skiff Club. Venues by the water are always popular, but it takes more than a pretty vista to make a venue magical. The Boathouse at the Spit, […]

Pop Up Weddings: Featured Celebrant Coral Kortlepel

May 19, 2018 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Featured Suppliers

Allow me to introduce you to Coral Kortlepel. She is one of only 5 Nationwide Australian Bridal Industry Ambassadors, an inaugural Member of the ABIA Hall of Fame, a Six Star ABIA Member of the Australian Bridal Industry Academy, and was awarded the 5 stars of Excellence award from Easy Weddings. Oh and by the […]

Island Bay Ranch, Phillip Island

April 10, 2018 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Venue Review

Island Bay Ranch is a sleepy little property in Newhaven, Phillip Island, just a 2 hour drive from the heart of Melbourne. It has a team of friendly staff, a gaggle of geese and great facilities. The resort itself has a handful of cabins, a pool and tennis court. But more importantly it has a […]

Don’t Forget. Pop Up Wedding Happening This Sunday

April 5, 2018 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Wedding Ceremony

I’m feeling a little bit excited about our first Pop Up wedding happening this Sunday. Planning a pop up wedding is a very different experience to the type of wedding planning that we usually help our clients with. But I have to say, it is a lot of fun engaging with great suppliers and having […]

Pop Up Weddings Open Afternoon

March 22, 2018 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Wedding Ceremony

Pop Up Weddings Open Afternoon – Sunday 8 April If you’ve wondered what a pop up wedding at Lion Gate Lodge in Sydney’s Royal Botanic Gardens looks like, then come and say hello. We’re really excited to be hosting our first pop up wedding and if you’ve been considering hosting a pop up wedding, then […]

Wedding Planning for Outdoor Ceremonies

February 15, 2018 by Sarah Johnston Filed Under: Planning Advice, Wedding Ceremony

When it comes to wedding planning for outdoor ceremonies, there are a lot of moving parts. I often get asked, how long does it take to plan a wedding? It’s kinda like asking how long a piece of string is. It really depends on how well connected you are and how much experience you’ve had. […]