Don't Sweat The Small Stuff

Posted by Brigitte

I’m happy.

I’m not going to lie to the Facebook faithful. I’m in a really good mood. I had typed out a standard cynical blog entry in which I had a whinge about how TV weddings give an unrealistic view of what is affordable and what is not. But I’m happy. So I’ll talk about how awesome weddings can be.

I had the pleasure of flying to Darwin for my friend Rosie’s wedding a few weeks ago. When we were all back at Uni, I had the pleasure of living in front of her in a rather party like duplex. Through the years we went in our different directions but still stayed close. I joined the Airlines, she became an MD. Along the way she met a beautiful man called Rocky (not his real name, but I’ve never called him Andrew before. Ever) and they moved to Darwin about 18 months ago, when Rosie took a position at a NT hospital. 

From the moment I landed in Australia’s north, straight away heading to the 80s themed Hens night, to the fourth Bloody Mary thrusted to me at the Qantas Club Lounge on departure it was a barrel o’laughs. 

The gala affair consisted of a picturesque garden ceremony, overlooking the stunning Timor Sea and the reception followed at the same venue. It screamed of Rosie and Rocky: - stunning, casual, fun, crazy and entirely full of chortles. They clearly prioritised their needs, as most of their budget went on high end booze products. I know I was happily kept replenished with Premium Australian Sparkling wine as we danced the floor bare though out the evening! It was… well, as described… boozy. Words can’t describe how much fun it was. The best part was, you could not wipe the smile off the faces of Rosie and Rocky… they were apples!

Now this is not the first Wedding that I have been to since my new found career started but it is the first where I started to notice stupid things, for example… the decorators didn’t tie the sash properly, I should go and change it for them, they didn’t cover their ceremony chairs… hmm. As my friend MyMy said to me, Bridge no need to worry about these things, you’re not at work (or something along those lines). It didn’t stop me from having all of these illicit thoughts; I just sat back and enjoyed the hilariously sweet ceremony.

A wedding is about two people who love each other dearly, wanting to bind themselves to each other for life. I think sometimes we get too caught up in the small details and we forget about what weddings are really about. As a stylist, my role is to make your wedding reflect your wishes, your taste, and your personality.  It is your day. Edwina, Michelle and I can guide you in the right direction and pull you up on design misconduct but the small fact of the matter is that as long as you are happy, we are happy. We have some phenomenal ideas, and ecstatic for you to adopt them: - but make sure it’s in alignment with your needs and budget. Don’t get caught up on the small things. Chances are your chair sashes may be two shades darker than that of your bridesmaids dresses, the floral you want may not be in bloom, and the caterers may forget that Second Cousin Clarence is on the Atikins Diet and subsequently serve him risotto. You and your partner are getting married! Smile! Drink! Eat food! Dance! Enjoy! 

Just keep your guests well lubricated with Alcoholic Grape Beverages…As someone on facebook said, "This is the 6th Hour of the Dancefloor"


A very BIG congratulations to Mr. & Dr. Rock. Your wedding was PERFECT.

Why am I so happy today? That’s another story.

All Photography was taken by Kate Fitz, who as per usual, always comes through with the shots that capture the night.