All in the Detail

A TIMELESS LOVE

Celebrate your timeless love with the ceremony of your dreams. Karen Brown, Civil Marriage Celebrant and Justice of the Peace, is LGBTIQ friendly and delighted to be part of your special day. As she says, love is love and all couples deserve the right to celebrate their relationship. Allow Karen to design a bespoke ceremony just for you. atimelesslove.com.au

KINSHIP KITCHEN

Renowned for serving up food with soul, Kinship Kitchen founder Cathy Armstrong focuses on fresh and seasonal ingredients sourced locally wherever possible. Drawing on over 30 years of experience, Cathy caters for events of all sizes and relies on her fine attention to detail and professional team to ensure every wedding booked with Kinship Kitchen is deliciously memorable. kinshipkitchen.com CYAN LOVES MAGENTA

Trained in graphic design and plant and wildlife illustration, Michelle Moore provides quirky illustrated wedding stationery and styling ideas via her design studio, Cyan Loves Magenta. Perfect for couples wanting a creative and personal touch, Michelle’s stationery can be tailored to suit your individual style. It all starts with a conversation, so arrange an appointment today. cyanlovesmagenta.com

VICTORIOUS INTERIORS

Located in Mount Victoria, Victorious Interiors was recently opened by Gaile Donoghue and places the emphasis on country/French provincial design. New and vintage items include furniture, lamps, artwork, glassware, soaps, candles, chocolates, biscuits, jams and preserves. Gaile has a background in styling homes for presentation and is available for private consultations. facebook.com/victoriousinteriors

MARMALADE THIEF

Your big day is almost here. You’ve been dreaming of this moment ever since you were a little girl. You can picture it all... The dress. The cake. The smiling faces. The love of your life. Marmalade Thief will capture your unique elegance in a soft and mysterious light, bringing the most beautiful moments of your special day to life. marmaladethief.com

HELLO DEER CAKERIE & BAKERIE

Hello Deer Cakerie & Bakerie is a boutique cake and dessert company in the Lower Blue Mountains. Believing every occasion is magical, the Hello Deer team is passionate about delivering the bespoke cake of your dreams. Made from premium ingredients, all cakes are baked fresh and decorated on your special day, and complimentary consultations and tastings are all part of the service. hellodeercakerie.com

A CEREMONY BY DESIGN

In over 20 years as a celebrant, Susan has created ceremonies reflecting the personal style of her couples and capturing the tone they wish for. A marriage starts in the heart and, straight or gay, the celebration of your commitment and the expression of your vows should be absolutely everything you desire. ceremonybydesign.com.au

BIRCHES OF LEURA

Acclaimed boutique nursery Birches of Leura offers beautiful plants and gifts for beautiful occasions. Design your own unique space by adding style with Tuscan, English, native Australian and contemporary plants. Or celebrate your wedding or commitment ceremony by planting a living expression of your love. Gift vouchers are also available. birchesofleura.com.au

TRULY YOURS

Your vows and readings make your ceremony personal and intimate. Let Sue Jack from Truly Yours take care of all the legal requirements while you find the perfect location for your ceremony. In a park or at a lookout, somewhere that has fond memories or where you will create new memories. Your vows, your day, your way. trulyyours.com.au

UNPLANNED BAKERY

Passionate about adding a delicious element to any event, Unplanned Bakery makes to order and caters for intimate and large-scale celebrations. The boutique bakery specialises in 100% vegan cakes, sweets and baked delights – all made with quality ingredients. The ever-expanding range includes cakes, slices, scrolls, sweet loaves and cookies, plus savoury and gluten-free options. unplannedbakery.com.au DRYRIDGE ESTATE

Surrounded by towering sandstone escarpments and offering some of the region’s most outstanding scenery, Dryridge Estate is a fabulous boutique vineyard nestled deep in Megalong Valley. The venue offers beautiful accommodation, an expansive clear-roof marquee, a stunning ceremony area, incredible wine and a range of options for weddings of all shapes and sizes. dryridge.com.au

PAUDHA HEALING

Inspired by nature, each product in the Paudha Healing range is lovingly handmade in the Blue Mountains. Luscious face and body creams, oils, balms and mists are designed to nourish and invigorate the skin. With no parabens, petrochemicals or nasty ingredients, all products are safe and suitable for all skin types and everyday use. paudhahealing.com

BLUE MOUNTAINS ESCAPES

Designed for those wanting to get away from it all, Blue Mountains Escapes offers a diverse selection of holiday rentals in Blackheath, Katoomba, Medlow Bath and Mount Victoria. Houses and cottages are available for small and large groups, and the dedicated staff are only too happy to assist with finding the perfect accommodation for your wedding guests. bluemountainsescapes.com.au

INSIDE OUT MAKEUP & BEAUTY STUDIO

Working from her lovely private studio in Wentworth Falls, Kody-Leigh Brechney is a talented makeup artist and hair stylist with an absolute passion for bringing out the natural beauty in each of her clients. Also an internationally qualified beauty therapist, Kody-Leigh can help to ensure your skin is at its most radiant in time for your big day. CLOUDLANDS

Nestled on Katoomba’s escarpment, this historic property is a former writer’s retreat, with a beautiful garden and private access to scenic walks adding to the inspirational atmosphere. Ideal for wedding groups, Cloudlands features four sumptuous bedrooms, an open fire and a clawfoot bath. It’s also in close proximity to Echo Point Lookout and the vibrant village centre. cloudlands.com.au

VESTA

Set in the heart of enchanting Blackheath, Vesta is a Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide favourite thanks to its sublime menu of seasonal, rustic dishes – all slow-cooked in an historic woodfired Scotch oven. Offering an intimate dining room and cosy outdoor garden space, the restaurant’s distinctly romantic ambience makes it the perfect venue for celebrating your love. vesta.com.au

PATRICK HROMAS

Looking for a unique wedding gift? Working from his leafy Springwood studio, Patrick can create beautiful and affordable oil paintings or drawings of couples in his surrealist style. Having trained as a visual artist at the Australian National University, Patrick has exhibited at the Parliament of New South Wales and his art is in collections from Sydney to Japan and Germany. mtnsmade.com.au/listing/surrealist-artist

AUSTRALIA PR

Drawing on her expertise in tourism and specialising in travel, food and lifestyle publicity for the Blue Mountains region, Australia PR founder Michelle Grima represents a range of local businesses of all shapes and sizes. If you want your brand to stand out from the crowd and attract media attention, contact Michelle for a consultation. australiapr.com.au JO BAYLISS

If you love the idea of wedding photos that are captured in a relaxed and natural way yet have a modern edge, give Jo Bayliss a call. Inspired by colour, light, texture and movement, Jo enjoys the collaborative process of working with couples and focuses on making sure every special moment from your day can be relived. jobaylissweddings.com

FEATHER YOUR ZEST

Matching her extensive knowledge of authentic vintage clothing and accessories with impeccable taste, Tracey Teernstra stocks a wide selection of special occasion dresses at two Blue Mountains locations – Victory Theatre Antiques Centre, in Blackheath, and Macarthur’s Arcade, in Katoomba. If you’re looking for something truly glamorous, Feather Your Zest is an essential destination. facebook.com/FeatherYourZest