Fashion

CAPED CRUSADER | Give Little Red and Snow White a run for their money and get your Disney Princess on with a magical Medieval hooded cloak. Try etsy.com

Cover Up THE BIG

DON’T LET A LITTLE INCLEMENT WEATHER PUT YOU OFF A MOUNTAIN MARRIAGE. HERE ARE SOME WINNING WAYS TO WARM UP YOUR WINTER WEDDING.

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN | Sun showers, thunderstorms and rainbows make for dramatic photo opportunities that simply can’t be planned. Take your lead from Debbie Reynolds and Gene Kelly and accessorise with matching umbrellas and gumboots. Try pipduck.com.au

NO FAUX PAS | When in doubt, fake it! With faux fur of course. From sew-your-own to ready-made, faux fur is an economical alternative to the real thing and won’t harm any little creatures. Try spotlightstores.com

VINTAGE VAMP | A vintage fur, stole or coat will keep you cosy and match your retro or Hollywood glamour wedding style. Try leuravintage.com

HELL RAISER | Unleash your inner rock chick with an original hand-painted leather jacket. Recycled 80’s, 90’s and noughties jackets come in loads of styles and colours with your choice of design. hideandrose.com.au

SHRUG IT OFF | You’ll feel less cold with fashionable lace sleeves and shrugs like these. Can be removed or worn as part of your gown. penrithbridalcentre.com.au

BRAVEHEART | If it’s true that a Scotsman wears nought under his kilt then a wee furry sporran might be an essential accessory for Willy’s winter wedding. Och aye! Try sydneykilthire.com.au

QUOTE “LOVE FOR ALL*” WHEN BOOKING YOUR WEDDING TO RECEIVE A SPECIAL DISCOUNT ON OUR COMPLETE WEDDING PACKAGE.

Lithgow Workmen’s Club invites you to host your special day within our beautiful Tuscan themed garden – the perfect backdrop for a wedding ceremony. Our property offers a selection of function rooms, catering to both intimate occasions and more lavish events. With the help of our dedicated functions coordinator, you can rest assure you’ll receive assistance with all your wedding arrangements from start to fi nish – so your day can go off without a hitch!

Finding the perfect venue can be exhausting, here at the Workies, we will put you at ease. We can offer Complete Reception Packages or a Menu tailored to your needs. Award-winning, boutique-style 4 Star Motel Accommodation available on site, offering exquisite interiors and a range of room styles that sleep up to 5 guests and boast modern features.

CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ARRANGE A BOOKING

Lithgow Workies Club 3-7 Tank Street, Lithgow NSW 2790, Australia | Ph: 02 6350 7777 Email: info@workies.com.au | workies.com.au

*PLEASE NOTE: The special discount applies to any marriage – straight or same-sex. Booking needs to be made with our Functions Co-Ordinator before 14 August 2018 to receive the discount on your upcoming wedding.

ROCKSTAR IS FOR SALE A Unique Business Opportunity

Established in Lithgow for over 13 years, this iconic Fashion Retail shop has become an institution among locals and out-of-towners alike, with regular customers coming from as far away as Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, all over the Central West and The Blue Mountains.

Rockstar is recognised for excellent customer service and a fabulous sense of fun. The eclectic mix of fabrics and styles comes directly from Ali’s background in Fine Arts and her love of textiles. With Ali’s ‘dare to be different attitude to buying stock, no other shop has such a diverse range of footwear, clothing and accessories. Some of the labels in-store include the colourful Totem, Pygmees, Vigorella, Lounge, Noa Noa, Fly London, Laura Vita, Clamp, Taratata and Lambada. Rockstar needs a new Captain to take it to the next level. Online sales have been established through Facebook and the domain name rockstarshop.com.au is owned and ready for action. After 29 years in fashion, from manufacture to retail and market stalls to shops, Ali will leave you with a wealth of experience and contacts. Now it is time to pass the baton on…. Are you ready for a Rockstar experience? 121 Main Street Lithgow NSW 2790 02 6351 4001 @RockstarShopLithgow

Contact Ali on 0437 030 784.

LITHGOW

SET IN A VALLEY ON THE WESTERN FRINGE OF THE BLUE MOUNTAINS, LITHGOW HAS SHAKEN OFF ITS POST-INDUSTRIAL IMAGE AS A GRITTY COAL-MINING TOWN BY CELEBRATING ITS HISTORY AND ATTRACTING A NEW WAVE OF VISIONARY BUSINESS FOLK.

THE BLAST FURNACE

To get an overview of Lithgow and its magnificent surrounds, head straight to Hassans Walls Lookout, 1130 metres above sea level and offering views across to Mount Wilson, Mount York, Mount Tarana, Mount Blaxland and the entire Hartley Valley below.

Now drive into the heart of town to discover ultra-chic shops and cafés, historic sandstone buildings and the imposing ruins of Australia’s first commercially viable steel mill – known as the Blast Furnace.

Hot lunch spots include The Tin Shed, Pho 68 and Lithgow Workies Club. We love Bianca Villa and Emu Springs Antiques & Old Wares for unique homewares, and Rockstar for its inspired mix of vintage and modern garb.

Men take hair maintenance seriously in Lithgow – guys of all ages are groomed at Tough Grind Barbers, and high-end shaving and grooming product supplier The Stray Whisker operates from here.

To get up close to native fauna, stop by Secret Creek Café & Restaurant. Tucked away in a secluded gully, this private wildlife sanctuary doubles as a vegan eatery and is a popular site for weddings.

Words: Lisa Doust. Photos: Terene Parker, Jacqueline Forster and Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley. BIANCA VILLA THE TIN SHED EMIRATES ONE&ONLY WOLGAN VALLEY

History buffs will be captivated by Ironfest, a major festival held in April and celebrating the town’s long relationship with iron and steel, while nature lovers are advised to experience Lake Lyell – perfect for camping, swimming and trout fishing.

To soak up Lithgow’s natural environs in style, book in at Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley – an exclusive resort set at the foot of towering sandstone cliffs and offering a range of eco experiences designed to feed your soul. BML