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A MARRIAGE AS BEAUTIFUL A S Y O U R W E D D I N G D AY

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A LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Hi lovely! How are you going, precious one? It’s an absolute honour to have you pick up this copy of White Magazine and be reading this letter—thank you. Each piece I write comes deep from my heart straight to yours and I hope to share some words that meet you where you’re at. So, you’ve picked up this copy most likely looking for some inspiration—I hope that we give you a visual feast but also leave you with a deeper impression, one that carries long into your marriage. We care so deeply for your relationship and want to see you have every success, through the beautiful times and the ones that need your patience. I’m excited for you in this journey! No matter where you are at, if you’re six months away from being married or a more seasoned couple, there is so much to keep learning as individuals and together. Sometimes the mountain seems really high, but the climb is most definitely worth it. Amongst these pages, our focus has been on the topic of ‘Trust’. Do you ever have trust issues with your friends, family or colleagues? I’ll be the first to pop my hand up for this one. I remember early on in our marriage being unsure if Luke had my back—would he stick up for me no matter what and defend my honour to the end? I was proud to be on his arm, but was he proud to have me on his? Enough was enough though … I had to come to a point where I needed to throw out those negative, consuming thoughts and being a ‘doubting Thomas’, and start believing, start trusting. If I wanted trust, I needed to show it and live it! There are times when these thoughts try and creep back in, but instead of retreating into my own little world, I go straight to Luke and we talk it through. Sometimes we think it’s easier to do things ourselves, but here you are about to embark on the most beautiful partnership … one that requires ALL of you. 1) It needs you to trust yourself and 2) Trust your husband/wife. You’ve totally got this you know—believe in yourself and believe in them. Marriage can be the most beautiful thing where two souls join and achieve so much more together. Enjoy the ride, and the read!

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Inga is the talented creative behind Inkling Design, a company that offers art direction, branding, styling, custom illustrations and invitations. Her illustrations have graced the pages of some of the country’s best known magazines, such as Elle, Dolly, Inside Out and Cosmopolitan (Australia and worldwide). @inkling_design

Passionate about helping people find their own voice, Amanda is a writer, speaker and creative coach. Along with managing her own business and a CMA awardwinning daily blog, she is an expert at juggling a full work schedule while still making time for family, friends, social justice and her love of writing. @amandaviviers

Alisha is the charming creative behind the tasty masterpieces from Sweet Bakes. She began her journey to cake baking at 19 and has since developed her business into a highly sought-after bakery. “It’s the perfect hybrid of making something delicious for everyone to enjoy, but can also be a design piece.” @sweetbakes_

Erica Bartle is a freelance journalist, wife and mother of two girls. She’s the former award-winning editor of the media/culture blog, Girl With a Satchel, and worked her way into the media sphere via a gig as the deputy editor of Girlfriend magazine. She also works alongside her husband on ethical brand Outland Denim. @outlanddenim

Emily is a talented and exuberant wedding photographer based in LA. She is passionate about community, friendship and capturing the authentic moments and candid details in her clients. “My job is about connecting with people and having them become more than just clients, but lifelong friends.” @emily.magers

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Sabrina is a new generation blogger, speaker and author. She is passionate about relationships and wrote her first book on the subject at just 21. She is currently completing a double degree in psychology and counselling and hopes to become a clinical psychologist specialising in marriage and sexuality. @sabrinapeters

Logan is a wedding, fashion, lifestyle, commercial and celebrity photographer with a sarcastic sense of humour and impressive portfolio, working with clients such as Beyonce Knowles. Based out of Hollywood, CA, he loves to tell couples’ stories their way, and share in the excitement of their big day. @logancolephoto

Bonnie-lee is a freelance makeup artist and hair stylist who recently founded her own makeup line, MBL Beauty. Based in Newcastle, Bonnie has a passion for creating a look that tailors perfectly to each bride. “With a gleaming inner glow and the perfect shade of lipstick, you can move mountains my dear.” @makeupbybonnielee

Sam is a Newcastle-based wedding photographer who believes that marriage is worth celebrating. He enjoys travelling all over Australia and loves capturing genuine and authentic moments between a couple. “Marriage is an amazing life event and the most rewarding occasion to capture and be a part of.” @samueljacobweddings

Chloë is the owner and creative director behind Lines and Squares, a beautiful stationery and design company that specialises in custom designs. Her work is personally tailored and she has received several accolades over the years from publications such as Frankie and Cosmo Bride. @lines_and_squares

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WE’ VE GOT THIS “MEMORIES WERE MADE LIKE A PATCHWORK QUILT OF COMMUNITY, EACH AND EVERY PERSON CAREFULLY CONTRIBUTING TO WHAT WAS THE MOST STUNNING OF DAYS.” Words: Amanda Viviers | Photography + Styling: Randi Kreckman, Michelle Larmand Photography | Dress: Daughters of Simone | Florals: The Flower Method | Cake: Sweet Crumb Bakery | Table Decor: All Ye Citizens Jewellery: Wild Habit | Couple: Chuy + Michelle Rodriguez

ithin two weeks of being engaged, my fiancé ran off to the Bahamas! He had already accepted a job in

the Caribbean Sea and to top it all off, we had chosen the date to be married with only six months to prepare. Little by little, over those two weeks we realised unless we engaged our village in the process, we were not going to make it through. Have you ever had to trust someone to do something that is really important to you? Your wedding day is one of the three most stressful moments of your life. The first being the day you are born, the second the day you marry and the third day the birth of your first child. How did we arrange a day that was not only stress-free but brilliant? We engaged an army of friends and family to take part in every detail. Rather than rely on just our bridal party, we gave out tasks to many different people, starting with my ninetysomething-year-old grandma to envelope the invitations. The best part of all, now years upon years later, I still smile at the memories of all the different people who helped with small jobs. It was a flurry of encouragement as people said yes to contributing to the beauty of our day.

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“PERCEPTION IN LIFE IS EVERYTHING. WHERE SOME SEE ABUNDANCE, OTHERS ONLY SEE LACK.” Words: Erica Bartle | Photography: Montana Lee Photography

It started with an audition. But perhaps it was before that. This creeping sense of not being quite enough. It has followed me for as long as I can remember, like Peter Pan’s shadow, mocking and taunting as I strived to do things right, to make something of my life. On that audition day, I remember lining up with perhaps 100 other little girls in a room with a parquet floor to gain a part in a stage production of Swan Lake by The Australian Ballet. There I stood, leotard, stockings, bun, all of 10 years old, waiting to be told if I had been successful. I had been. I was in. And so I ran to my mother to tell her the good news. “Really? Are you sure?” she asked. That is when the doubt crept in. She was, of course, delighted (and later confirmed this to me as a grown-up), but like a lottery winner who puts the ticket aside for some time in disbelief, shoving it perhaps in a box next to the toaster and kettle, too scared to redeem it at the newsagent just in case … well, just in case it was too good to be true, there was some disbelief. And this tiny seed of doubt, well, that sprung into a lifetime of questioning my adequacy … and I took that all the way down the aisle and into my marriage. Perception in life is everything. Where some see abundance, others only see lack. Open a pantry in any home in Australia, with its packets of Salada biscuits and pasta and sauces, and if you are not of a creative bent, you see only the basics and boredom, and head straight to the shops. Open that same pantry in Africa, and you see blessing. The same

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