Bi Erasure in the Wedding Industry

Guest Contributor

Wilder

March 11, 2024

In the world of weddings, where love is celebrated, a dark shadow lurks behind the veil. Bisexual erasure is prevalent but so often overlooked. At first glance, the wedding industry is getting so much better at being inclusive and diverse. Magazines, blogs and social media accounts show many love stories and cater to many preferences. However, bisexuals seem to be one of the groups who are so often forgotten or even purposefully excluded.

Finding the Right Wedding Suppliers for You

Jon Carpenter

Chloe Del Monte

February 27, 2024

It's time to navigate the world of wedding suppliers like a pro. Your wedding day is a one-night-only performance, so choose your bandmates wisely.

Shopping Small For Your Wedding is a Feminist Act

Rachel Darwin

Chris W R Cox

February 7, 2024

For a few fun years in my 20s, my singing career led me to singing at a whole bunch of weddings… and I ab-so-lute-ly LOVED it. After some time singing for other peoples’ bands, I decided I wanted to create my own. Funnily enough, that’s how I first met Kat, exhibiting at a wedding fair in 2015…

Being a Body Neutral Bride

Guest Contributor

Olivia J

February 1, 2024

You’re engaged to the love of your life and you’re also on a journey to show your body the kindness and respect it deserves? Wins across the board. But how do you marry, the two? Every pun intended.

Wedding Styling but Make it Ethical: How to Not ‘Fast Fashion’ Your Wedding Decor

Kate Forsyth

Arche Creative

January 22, 2024

Looking for mindful ways to create the wedding you want while still showing our planet some love?  From considered approaches to seeking sustainable alternatives, it's time to make your wedding styling kickass and ethical.

How to Create the Perfect Seating Chart with Wedding Planning Assistant

Guest Contributor

January 17, 2024

As you undoubtedly have quickly realised, planning a wedding involves many, MANY moving parts and details; it’s very easy to feel overwhelmed! One of the biggest headaches we hear over and over again is the seating chart – dealing with family politics and grouping your friends and family in a way that will make the party go off rather than flop! Yes, it’s a lot of pressure!

You’re Grand, Baby: Defying Being ‘Too Much’ on Your Wedding Day

Guest Contributor

McKenzie Bigliazzi

January 4, 2024

Do people ever tell you you're 'too much?' Screw that! Your wedding is the perfect time to be 100% yourself, whatever that looks like.

Ask Alysia: Becoming a Confidence Queen

Alysia Cole

JustJess

December 13, 2023

Every issue, bridal stylist Alysia Cole answers your questions about plus size bridal fashion and feeling good in your own skin no matter what your size. Submit a question by emailing magazine@rocknrollbride.com and using the subject line ASK ALYSIA.

How to Not to Let Your Wedding Budget Define Your Day

Jon Carpenter

Kerrilyn

November 30, 2023

How much is it? What, thousand?! OK, what’s the next option down? That’s the cheapest?! Fuck me, I guess we’ll have to rethink the live band. How much did your parents say they’re giving us again? What, hundred?! Shit. Well apparently we have to get them, the planner said they bring the whole theme together. I don’t know what theme, she just said ‘theme’. Maybe we can lose the cocktail truck…”

How to Make Your Wedding Ceremony as Unique as You Are

Guest Contributor

Erika Lagy

November 24, 2023

If you’re reading this, the chances are you’re already part of a couple that doesn’t want a wedding that anybody’s seen before. Some parts of your vision are easier to put together than others, especially if you have strong sub-culture lifestyle choices.

Adding Oomph to Your Wedding Outfit without the Price Tag

Alexandra Merri

Ha Nguyen Photo

November 6, 2023

It goes without saying that we love bridal designers and boutiques, but an outfit doesn’t have to be labelled ‘wedding dress’ to be worn on a wedding day nor to make you feel special. Special is actually a word that gives me a little of the ick - I propose ‘your most fabulous and authentic self’ should be used in its place.

How To Sell Your Secondhand Wedding Dress

Guest Contributor

Ross Willsher

October 30, 2023

Selling your wedding dress on after your big day is a great idea – it’s better for the planet, you’re helping another bride-to-be find a bargain and you can make some money back. However, for all those reasons (and more) it can be a tricky thing to do.

The Groom Room: How to Tell Your Love Story in a Day

Jon Carpenter

Rebecca Carpenter

October 9, 2023

How to Deal with Having Conflicting Ideas from your Partner for your Wedding

Kat

Electric Sugar Elopements

October 5, 2023

It’s important to remember that conflict within your relationship is normal. You are separate individuals with your own thoughts and ideas so of course you will disagree from time to time. But especially when wedding planning when everything feels so important, you’re spending so much money and trying to deal with extra fun surprises like your aunt who won’t sit near your mother or your bridesmaid who hates every. single. dress suggestion you make for her.

I Do … & I Don’t – A Feminist Guide to Weddings & Marriage: Budget Embarrassment

Rachel Darwin

Applehead Photography & Design

October 3, 2023

You might be so rock ‘n roll that you couldn’t give a monkey’s about feeling embarrassed about or ashamed of your wedding budget. If you couldn’t care less about what society has tried to tell you that you ‘should’ be doing when it comes to your wedding then I have just two words for you… GO YOU.

Money Mindset & Why Spending on Your Wedding Can Feel So Stressful

Guest Contributor

Jamie Y

September 18, 2023

Congratulations! The question has been popped and you’re well on the way to planning your dream day. The budget has been decided, the date is set and it’s all very exciting. But as the spending gets under way, you start to notice some anxiety and stress creeping in. There’s a temptation to cut things out of your plan and rein everything in.

How to Prepare for Your Wedding Photos & Portrait Session

Guest Contributor

Costa Sister Productions

September 4, 2023

If you have an engagement shoot or wedding portraits coming up and you’re feeling pretty nervous, don’t worry. We got you. We’re Elena & Sofia from The Costa Sisters. We love making our clients feel absolutely incredible and comfortable in front of the camera so we’re sharing some of our favourite tips and secrets with you so you can go into your session with confidence!

Ask Alysia: Affordable Plus Size Wedding Dresses

Alysia Cole

Red Eclectic

August 31, 2023

This issue Alysia is answering your questions around budgeting and the potential hidden costs when shopping for a plus sized wedding gown. You can submit a question for Alysia to answer in a future issue by emailing magazine@rocknrollbride.com and using the subject line ASK ALYSIA.

Using Hypnotherapy to Alleviate Pre-Wedding Stress

Guest Contributor

Yulia Kosynska

August 17, 2023

When we experience ANY change in our lives, it is completely normal to feel a little unsettled. Getting engaged is such an exciting period of your life, but if you are feeling under a bit (or a lot!) of pressure, hypnotherapy can help.

Ask Alysia: Navigating Diet Culture as Plus Sized Bride

Alysia Cole

Carly Vous

July 28, 2023

Bridal stylist Alysia Cole specialises in dressing plus size brides and has helped hundreds of nearly weds find their perfect wedding outfit. In every issue of the magazine, she answers your questions about wedding planning and styling with a specific focus on plus sizes. Submit your questions by emailing magazine@rocknrollbride.com and using the subject line ASK ALYSIA.