Photo from Ellena’s Mongolian Honeymoon on Polka Dot Honeymoons

Oh my gosh! Where did this week go? How did it already become Friday? Did you have a busy week? We have such a busy weekend planned (including a trip to that place we call Ikea so we can set up our new office!)

There’s been some fantastic content on our specialty blogs this week.. do take a look and send some love to our amazing contributors!

A Sydney photographer shares how to get the best photos on your wedding day on Polka Dot Wisdom

Launching Brand Your Business Workshop for Australian wedding professionals

Are you planning to be on time on your wedding day?

Pretty bauble paper garland tutorial on Polka Dot Made

Tricks and tips to stay organised through your wedding plans from a bride to be

Putting together a photobook on Polka Dot Weddings

Meet Mra Tagg To Be also on Polka Dot Weddings

Ellena’s Mongolian Honeymoon on Polka Dot Honeymoons

Around the wedding world this week….

Photographer Lara Hotz is holding a competition to win. Check out the flyer for more details and visit Lara’s Facebook page to vote.

To celebrate Winter Weddings season, Gingerbread Folk are offering a 10% discount on wedding Cookie Placecards booked during June, July and August. Your wedding can be absolutely anytime throughout the year but to be eligible for this offer your booking must be received by 31/8/11.

This offer is exclusive to Polka Dot Bride readers so be sure to mention ‘Polka Dot Bride’ in your enquiry. Visit the website for more information.

Vaucluse House Tearooms are holding a wedding open day on Saturday 25th June 2011 from 11am – 2.30pm.

The event is designed to be elegant and stylish, bringing together you and Sydney’s leading wedding suppliers.

Enjoy exclusive deals and discounts available only at the Open Day, meet with your event manager and see the best that Sydney has to offer for garden ceremonies, photography, car hire, beauty, flowers, entertainment, invitations, cakes and much more!

All brides who RSVP receive a free gift bag including sample products and discounts to use in your wedding planning as well as champagne on arrival, canapes, exclusive deals and discounts and plenty of displays and interactions with the best for garden ceremonies, photography, car hire, beauty, flowers, entertainment, invitations, cakes and much more!

RSVP to [email protected] Visit the website for more information.

 

 

Beautiful brand Ivy & Aster has finally hit Australian stores at Studio White! The girls currently have four bridesmaids and the morning glory gown in stock with more on their way! Visit the website for more information.

Bella Stationery Studio (check it out on Etsy and Madeit) was founded in 2008 by bride Belinda (do you remember her wedding story on Polka Dot Weddings?) Belinda is offering a special discount code for Polka Dot Bride readers on boxed invitation sets, invitation packs and personalised wedding stationery. Simply mention the code POLKADOTBRIDE when purchasing your order, and receive 10% off! Valid for the month of June 2011. (Please note if purchasing through Madeit, you will receive a 10% refund after the sale has been made).

I’ve been guest blogging over at the lovely Bonnie’s blog Amour Amour this week while she is on her European holiday! Check out some of my favourite shoes, bridesmaids gowns and bouquets!

Have a lovely weekend! I’ll see you here again on Monday with plenty of gorgeousness and delicious Australian (and international!) weddings!