Hello May

Did you catch Elyse + Lynny’s super-fun Melbourne wedding over on the Hello May website? With @finderseekerphotography behind the lens, @blackfinch_jewellery bringing the bling and @baredfootwear in charge of wedding-day shoes, you are going to want to see this one. Stat! “We absolutely adore every single photo from Dee @finderseekerphotography, and they enable us to re-live and admire each moment of our magical day,” these two told us. “The coolest part is our besties also engaged Dee for their wedding a few months later, and nothing beats being able to share your photographer with your best friends!”

Jess + Alex’s country NSW wedding from the print archives, photographed beautifully by Hello May recommended lens lady @jannekestorm, justsparks joy. “Both Alex and I are low-fuss people, who find happiness in the smaller things in life. We enjoy nature and new environments and wanted to have a day that encapsulated that... the Aussie bush, lots of booze and practical details like donning boots over heels.” You can see this one, as well as more of Janneke’s handiwork, over on the HM website...

FASHION // Need a little walking-down-the-aisle inspo? We gotchu! This fashion editorial, shot by the talented @tonesandharmony was originally published in issue 38 – our 10th birthday issue (which you can shop at the 🔗 ), and includes gowns by the likes of @kwhbridal, @grace_loves_lace, @cheriebyoui and @georgiayoungcouture as well as accessories from @dovegreybridal, @lolaknightofficial and @themoissanitecompany Let us know which look you’re vibing with? #weddinggown #bridalgownshopping #bridalfashion #weddingfashion #bride #gown

We LOVE this video by @heyjack_co of @ellamayding and Guy’s guests’ reaction when they found out the couple had secretly wed that morning!  The legends at Hey Jack pulled this film off within a few short hours between the ceremony and Ella’s 30th Gatsby themed birthday, where it was played to all her guests who had no idea the pair had just got hitched! ALL. THE. FEELS. GUYS! See the rest of this dreamy day at the 🔗

The backyard wedding to trump all backyard weddings! With stunning pics by @elsacampbellphotography, Amanda + Jared’s super fun, low-key nups looked like a bloody good time! If you missed it the first time round, do yourself a favour and check it out at the 🔗 . #hellomayloves #elsacampbellphotography #melbournebride #melbournewedding #melbourneweddingphotographer #backyardwedding #weddingcake #cake #retrocake #weddingplanning

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OUT NOW // Chockas with info and inspo to get you started on your planning journey, this special edition of @hellomaymagazine turns the spotlight on the experts – because who knows better about planning a wedding than the creative whizzes and small businesses who work tirelessly to pull them together. If you’re yet to get your hands on a copy, head to our online store. Cover art @blackliststudio Paintings @barbhodgens_ #hellomay #hellomaymagazine #hellomaymag #weddingmagazine #bridalmag #australianweddingmagazine #newzealandweddingmagazine #australianbridalmag #newzealandbridalmag #realelopement #elopement #letsrunawaytogether

We’ll never be over this BEAUTIFUL video of Henry + Jason’s nups by @ellenalouisefilms Henry surprised his groom by asking his great friend and bridesmaid @megmac to perform a cover mash-up of two @cher songs, I Got You Babe and Main Man. And as Jason says, “It was magical.” Cue the happy tears. To see more from this magic day, shot by @igotyoubabeweddings head to the 🔗 . #melbourneweddingphotographer #melbournewedding #squadgoals #modernwedding #weddinginspo #weddingplanning #weddinginspiration #melbournewedding #weddingvideo #weddingfilm #weddingmusic #megmac #cher #bridesmaids #weddingsurprise

FREE GIFT // When you buy THE LITTLE BOOK OF LET'S GET SH*T DONE, you’ll get the Wedding Planning Guide - FREE! These two make the perfect planning pair and are impressive pressie for an engaged couple! Add both to cart and use the discount code HMGIFT at the checkout.

Melody + Lucian, better known to their people as Mel and Goose, got married in the heart of Auckland, and had @kasiakolmas capture the mems. The couple wanted it to “feel warm, romantic and natural. We created a cosy vibe in the evening as if our guests were coming over to our house to have dinner,” the couple told us. So sweet. Throw in the bride’s EPIC silver boots and killer reception outfit, and you’ve got yourself a good time.  #newzealandwedding #newzealandbride #newzealandweddingphotographer #reel #realwedding #coolbride #modernwedding

BIG LOVE for Pia + Suny’s colourful wedding, captured by @beherebenow_photosfilms With @preciouscelebrations officiating and @onemoresongdjs in charge of tunes, these Melbourne nups were always going to be a good time! “We hired vendors we genuinely connected with – this meant the whole day we were surrounded by the most amazing people who we had so much fun with!” We were so obsessed with this day of days, we printed it in the Wedding Planning Guide (which you can shop on the HM website). Vibing these phenom photos and video like us? Get in touch with Pia + Suny’s photo/film team at the 🔗 in bio... but first swipe for their sweet-AF first look video.

BIG LOVE for Pia + Suny’s colourful wedding, captured by @beherebenow_photosfilms With @preciouscelebrations officiating and @onemoresongdjs in charge of tunes, these Melbourne nups were always going to be a good time! “We hired vendors we genuinely connected with – this meant the whole day we were surrounded by the most amazing people who we had so much fun with!” We were so obsessed with this day of days, we printed it in the Wedding Planning Guide (which you can shop on the HM website). Vibing these phenom photos like us? Get in touch with Pia + Suny’s photo/film team at the 🔗 in bio... but first swipe for their sweet-AF first look video.

INSPO // Planning your wedding in New Zealand?  Whether you live in NZ or are dreaming of a destination wedding, this one is for you - we’ve rounded up a list of red-hot vendors you need to know about! From photographers, to venues, cake makers and more, this little list will make your party prep super-simple. Head to the 🔗 for all the info. #newzealandbridalmag #newzealandweddingmagazine #newzealandwedding #newzealandbride #nz #nzphotography #nzweddings #nzwedding #nzwed

FREE GIFT // Add issue 37 + 39 to you cart and use TWOFORONE to get one for free! These issues are packed with wedding planning inspo, plus: ✨ TWO fashion shoots ✨ 10 Real Weddings ✨ Exclusive vendor interviews    ✨ Heartfelt + hilarious opinion pieces Hint hint, this bundle also makes a great gift for a newly engaged mate!

INSPO // Vintage vibes! This retro elopement styled shoot, coordinated by talented duo, photographer @redecletic and cinematographer @loveonfilmau, goes big on nostalgic details to love - the bride’s custom @nukucouture mini, the florals, the mustang, the colour palette. D.R.E.A.M.Y. Guys, do yourself a favour and head to the Hello May website for all the phenomenal photos and video from this day in Western Australia, and to hear from the legends who made it happen!

ON SALE NOW!! // New Zealand friends, today is FINALLY the day – the Real Wedding Special has been delivered all over so you can go and grab yourself a copy first thing tomorrow! Can’t wait for you to get your hands on this gorgeous issue, which features 30 never-before-seen real weddings, plus a tonne of big-day inspo.  #realweddingspecial #realweddingspecial24 #weddingplanning #weddinginspiration #hellomay #hellomaymagazine #hellomaymag #weddingmagazine #bridalmag #australianweddingmagazine #newzealandweddingmagazine #australianbridalmag #newzealandbridalmag

SHOPFRONT // Today we’re taking you behind-the-scenes at one of our fave Sydney bridal boutiques @hopexpage We chat to owner Clare about what you can expect from a consultation at Hope X Page, what she loves most about helping brides find their dream dress, and what’s hot in 2024. Photos by @scottsurplicephotography #shopfront #modernweddingdress #bridalgownshopping #bridalgown #weddingdress #bridestyle #bridalfashion #elegantbride #sydney

THIS WEEKEND! // Our favourite wedding expo @onefinedayweddingfairs is hitting Melbourne this weekend! Here’s your sign to upgrade to GA-PLUS tickets, receive a free cocktail on arrival ⁠AND save 15% off ticket price. Book your tickets through the link in our bio and use code HELLOMAY15! See you there! #weddingfair #weddingexpo #bridalfair #onefinedayweddingfair #onefinedaymelbourne #bridalrunway #bridalfashion #weddingplanning #weddinginspo #bridetobe2024

Did you catch Alex & Byron’s cool-AF Yamba wedding? If you missed it you’re going to want to head on over to the Hello May website. Stat. With photos by @danielchaferphotography this epic day was packed with serious inspo. #northcoastbride #northcoastwedding #northcoastweddingphotographe #realwedding #coolbride #modernwedding #weddinginspo #weddingplanning #weddinginspiration #bridetobe2025 #bridetobe2024 #bridetobe #photography

INSPO // OUR top 18 stationery & signage designers of 2024 is now live! If you are on the prowl for invitations, save-the-dates, seating charts, placecards, bar signs etc, etc. do yourself a solid and take note of every talented designer in this list for a boatload of glorious inspo. You know the drill, simply click the link in our profile to be taken directly to this portfolio of paper-perfecting legends on the HM website. #typography #watercolour #stationery #invitation #papergoods #savethedate #weddinginvitation #handdrawntype #top18 #top20 #stationery #weddinginspiration #signage #eventstationery #invite #weddinginviteinspiration #weddinginvite #invitedesign #placecards #weddingsignage #namecards