Sydney bride Sarah emailed me last month on the hunt for a barn.

Barn from Saltwater Farm Barn

She had come across this photo and was desperate to find something similar in NSW. Never one to turn down a challenge I searched high and low for an Aussie version of the barn to meet Sarah’s requirements (close to Sydney, allows caterers in, allows own styling etc).

In the search I did find many gorgeous venues, so hopefully one of them will suit Sarah (and hopefully she’s found and booked one by now!)

But in keeping with Sarah’s relaxed barn style look, I created this inspiration board for her. A rustic barn wedding with a touch of glamour.

Saltwater Farm Barn, Bouquet from Antony Todd, gown by Luci Di Bella, Gold Flourish Invite by Alannah Rose Stationery, wine and chandelier & welcome sign from brides.com, freesia boutonnière & escort cards from theknot.com, Interior from The Great Cask Hall

Victorian winery Foxey’s Hangout has introduced a service which will truly add a personal touch to your wedding!

Foxey’s Hangout sparkling creations

Foxey’s Hangout was started in 1997 by two brothers, Michael and Tony and is located on Victoria’s beautiful Mornington Peninsula in Red Hill. Michael and Tony have a background in fine dining and eateries having once owned Melbourne’s Les Halles and Garcon.

Michael and Tony at Foxey’s Hangout

Every weekend, the team at Foxey’s Hangout hold wine sessions where you’re able to create your own special blend of sparkling wine. Starting with research (i.e tasting) you pick your dosage (a mixture of sugar syrup and wine) and then select your bases (pinots, chardonnay’s and more).

Tasting and mixing until your get your mixture right, you’ll be able to create your perfect blend. At this point Foxey’s Hangout will record your wine so they can recreate it for delivery.

Nothing better than toasting with bubbles you mixed yourself!

Foxey’s Hangout

795 Whitehill Road,

Red Hill, Vic, 3937

+61 3 5989 2022

That gorgeous dress Maya by Michelle Roth is now available at the following locations in Australia:

Bridal House- Geelong – Phone # 03 5222 6272

Josephines- Mt Gambier – Phone # 08 8725 5952

The full length version (yes! there’s a full length version!) is called Michelle and will be available at Ferrari Formal Wear stores.

For international brides, I’m told the gowns are still available! Check the Michelle Roth website for stockists.

Leah’s bouquet inspires me with it’s unique textures, combinations and colours!!

Picture by US Photographer Jennifer Skog, Flowers by Karen of Grandi Flora