ABIA Notebook — ‘Something Blue’ wedding ideas and inspiration
From the totally traditional to more modern interpretations, these beautiful blue-hued bridal accessories and gowns, wedding cakes, venues and pampering essentials, offer the latest take on ‘Something Blue’ for couples planning a wedding in Australia.
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Compiled by Tanya Bywater of ABIA Weddings Australia | July 2024
Steeped in marriage ritual and wedding tradition, the words “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” have been whispered to brides for centuries. Blue was said to symbolise notions of purity, love and fidelity. At ABIA we adore a blue-themed wedding whatever the reason, so we’ve sought out a selection of bridal accessories, bling, dresses and wedding inspiration in shades from deepest navy to classic cobalt and breathtaking aquamarine.
Wedding stationery
Designed by Fielding Milligan
Finished with a sapphire velvet bow this embossed blue menu and watercolour name tag combination, by Fielding Milligan, warmly welcomes guests to their place at the table.
Wedding florals
Designed by Hayley’s Flower Shop
Set amongst teal napery and blending blue-toned delphiniums, sea holly and eucalyptus with white roses, chamomile, flannel and rice flowers, these free-form floral table arrangements, designed by Hayley's Flower Shop in Adelaide, make an ideal addition to a stylish country wedding setup.
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Wedding dress
Design by Brides of Armadale
When it comes to wedding gowns, it’s quite alright to choose a colour other than white, as this spectacular blue-grey Brides of Armadale dress design highlights.
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Wedding cake
Created by Matsuri Patisserie
Dehydrated citrus and duck-egg-blue buttercream icing combine, in this Matsuri Patisserie cake design, to add two tiers of brilliant colour to a wedding reception.
Bridal robe
Shop at Homebodii
Featuring a delicate print in a calming shade of pale blue, the Cleveland robe — a collaboration between Halston and Homebodii — could provide the perfect blue beginning to a wedding day.
Wedding flowers
Design by Sonder + Stone Boutique
A few sprigs of baby blue delphiniums is all it takes to introduce a pretty pop of colour to an all-white bridal bouquet.
Blue bridal shoes
Designed by Tony Bianco
Bridal accessories offer an ideal way to introduce a little blue to your wedding look, and we love these Blondie sling-back heels, shown here in Harbor Hi Shine.
Blue bridal fragrance
Shop at Priceline
Ideal for brides intent on making a fragrant statement, Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue Eau Intense fragrance for women draws inspiration from the Mediterranean and blends fresh citrus and florals rounded out with warm, woody notes.
Wedding drinks
Catered by Kombi Keg
You could serve blue cocktails at the wedding reception, or simply take your reception drinks next level by encouraging guests to help themselves to your choice of beverages, offered on tap, from the quirky aqua-blue exterior of a Kombi Keg.
Image courtesy Kombi Keg
Wedding hair
Shop at SSS Hair
Bottled in brilliant blue, this Joico Moisture Recovery shampoo and conditioner duo, promises intense hair hydration, shine and revitalisation, for brides and bridesmaids seeking luscious locks in the lead up to the wedding day.
Wedding purse
Shop at Pineapple Traders
Durable yet delicate, the Aloha Collection of small pouches and totes are crafted from a lightweight, splash-proof fabric — think tarpaulin, but daintier — making them ideal for beach weddings, casual dress codes and honeymoon getaways. Shown here in 'Reef’ the collection also comes in a range of other bold blue and tropical colourways.
Blue earrings
Shop at Swarovski
Whether partially hidden behind long flowing hair, or showcased with an updo, these sweet Idyllia rhodium-plated stud earrings from Swarovski's Hyperbola Heart Collection, add a beautiful touch of bridal blue.
Bridesmaid dresses
Shop at Final Touch Bridal
Wedding parties embracing the mix-and-match bridesmaid dress trend will find coordination a breeze with the collection of varied evening and cocktail dress styles available from Final Touch Bridal. They’re available in a rainbow of colour tones, but for a blue wedding theme we especially love these midi-dress designs, fashioned from Luxe Charmeuse fabric in Mist toning.
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Wedding venue
Located at The Pier Geelong
Surrounded by azure ocean and blue skies on almost all sides, thanks to its position 250 metres out over the water, The Pier Geelong offers an ideal backdrop for any blue wedding scheme.
Wedding prep
Shop at Aya Skincare
The quest for perfect skin often begins long before the wedding day, and this Australian Superfood Blue Clay Mask, crafted with natural and certified organic ingredients by Aya Skincare, may just be the ideal addition to your pre-wedding bridal routine.
Wedding ring pillow
Shop at The Wedding Garter
As wedding details go, few elements offer more scope for creativity than the humble ring pillow, and this Blue Lace Applique and Satin Ring Bearer Pillow is ideal for couples seeking to introduce a subtle tinge of blue to their wedding ceremony.
Dress detail
Shop at English Rose Bridal
Fall in love with a style and many wedding dress designers will happily tailor it in any colour you choose, but for a traditional white gown with just a touch of blue Perth's English Rose Bridal offers the Midnight gown — an elegant medley of lace and tulle.
Bridal skincare
Shop at Kora Organics
Even beyond its showstopping blue packaging, Kora Organics Active Algae Lightweight Moisturizer is suited to all skin types, and is especially formulated to help calm and hydrate acne-prone and oily complexions, making it a sought-after addition to many pre-wedding beauty routines.
Groom’s skincare
Shop at Rhone Men’s Care
There’s no reason why grooms and their groomsmen can’t have fun with blue tool, thanks to the new Blue Clay Mask by Rhone Men’s Care, which combines kaolin clay with extracts of bilberry and Davidson plum formulated specifically for male complexions.
Blue ring
Designed by Bell & Brunt
Could a sparkling statement sapphire be the ultimate ‘something blue’? Certainly, this stunning Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Galaxy Ring, from Bell & Brunt jewellers in Adelaide, suggests so.
By sharing the latest wedding ideas and trends, our intention is to inspire and inform, but Notebook inclusions are not necessarily endorsed by ABIA, or its employees, and readers should make their own enquiries to determine the products and services best suited to their needs.
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