Bridal Fashion News

WFML-Brides: Monique

The beautiful High Church in Brisbane was the setting for Monique’s big day. She chose a beautiful gown from When Freddie met Lilly to wear for her walk down the aisle and the start of married life!

So please tell us – with months (or even years!) of planning, did the Big Day run smoothly!?
Our wedding day was perfect and everything ran smoothly, I wish I could do it all again and make it go slow, the time just goes far too quick.

Was your wedding themed? Did you and your hubby go for a traditional feel or more contemporary style?
We didn’t have a theme. Our wedding was a mix of both traditional and contemporary, bringing together both of our styles. We both really wanted certain aspects of tradition in our wedding ceremony with a more contemporary style reception. We wouldn’t change a thing about it, everything was just how we imagined.

Top 10 Bridal Trends 2017, Part 2

2016 was a great year for brides and their wedding dresses, and it looks like 2017 is going to be even better. In our last article, we discussed five of the greatest bridal trends of 2017, now we will move on to discussing five more. Here at When Freddy met Lilly we realize that you want to be up on all the latest trends and are happy to help you. With that being said, read on below for five more of the top bridal trends of 2017 revealed.

5. Off the Shoulder

It’s time to bare those shoulders for everyone to see when you get married in 2017. Off the shoulder, gowns have been a huge success in other parts of fashion for the last few years. Now, they have finally made it down to the bridal fashion line as well. At When Freddy met Lilly, we have the perfect off the shoulder wedding gown with our Christina Gown. It’s charming, graceful, and shows off your shoulders tastefully, with just the right hint of sexiness.

WFML-Brides: Kylie

Beautiful real When Freddie met Lilly bride Kylie was thrilled with her bespoke creation she wore on her big day. She tells us about her experience with the WFML girls leading up to the wedding.

So please tell us – with months (or even years!) of planning, did the Big Day run smoothly!?
We got engaged in Nov 2015 and the wedding was just shy of a year later on 30th Aug 2016.The day ran so smooth thanks to the help of our amazing wedding planner. As we were getting married in Thailand we wouldn’t have been able to do it with out her.

Was your wedding themed? Did you and your hubby go for a traditional feel or more contemporary style?
The wedding was not themed as such but the feel was romantic with lots of candles and fairy lights, and a slight rustic touch. It was a contemporary wedding and the decor was all white.

Top 10 Bridal Trends 2017, Part 1

Whether it’s spring or fall, the bridal trends of 2017 are making a statement that most brides to be will never forget. From plunging necklines to the Pantone colours of the year, When Freddie met Lilly has just the 2017 bridal dresses you need to make your wedding a huge success. So if you are planning on walking down the aisle next year, go ahead and read below for a taste of what to expect in bridal trends 2017.

10. Bridal Trends 2017: Plunging Necklines

Open backed wedding gowns have been a bridal trend for a few seasons now, but this spring deep plunge necklines are making an appearance as well. It seems that whether it’s a slight plunge or a plunge that goes all the way down to the pelvis, showing that cleavage is going to be a thing in 2017.

WFML-Brides: Gabby

Gabby was stunned and thrilled to find her dream dress at When Freddie met Lilly. It was nothing like she’d envisioned yet suited her absolutely perfectly! Below, she shares with us some thoughts about her Big Day…

So please tell us – with months (or even years!) of planning, did the Big Day run smoothly !?
My big day went exactly to plan. I had my closets family and friends around me. Its just shame it was over so quickly.

Was your wedding themed? Did you and your hubby go for a traditional feel or more contemporary style?
There was no real theme, but I am a very classic person so everything was very classic traditional feel.

WFML-Brides: Olivia

Along with the help of the girls at When Freddie met Lilly, Olivia chose a gown with a beautiful bespoke twist for her big day. Below, she talks about wedding gown expectations and how she completely changed her mind!

So please tell us – with months (or even years!) of planning, did the Big Day run smoothly !?
The big day was almost perfect, there was the slight hiccup of my sister, and maid of honour, dislocating her knee after the ceremony. I was lucky to have such a tough and amazing bridesmaid, after a trip to the hospital she made it back in time for the reception and, with her crutches and green whistle, she was able to make her speech and sort of do a bit of a boogie on the dance floor. It just goes to show, it doesn’t matter how well you plan the day things will still go wrong and you just have let go of things being ‘perfect’.

Indianna Collection Launch

Thursday September 8 marked the annual date for the launch of a new bridal range at When Freddie met Lilly. This year, When Freddie met Lilly was proud to showcase their new Indianna Collection at a special champagne filled evening in Fortitude Valley. The Indianna Collection was released in Sydney at Australian Bridal Fashion week in June, and the collection showcases exquisite modern laces, soft colours and edgy design.

Along with a host of collaborators including Sofi Spritz, Slow Motion Photo Booth and We Are Twine Photography, some fabulous bridal and formal gowns were sent down the runway in front of an audience of 300 fashion keen brides, media and friends. Mirra Private Dining and Events was the glamorous setting of the evening which, with their beautiful art deco inspired décor and furnishings, only further enhanced the appeal of the lovely gowns!

Bad Weather Backup Plan for Your Wedding

In some areas, it is considered to be good luck if it rains on your wedding day. However, at When Freddy met Lilly, we know that bad weather can ruin all of the plans that you made for your big day. It’s extremely important to have a backup plan in place if you want to have great memories of your wedding for years to come. And face it: Mother Nature doesn’t change her plans for anyone. With that being said, read on below for a few tips to help you have a backup plan for your wedding, just in case the weather decides to change its mind about being sunny and clear on your big day.

Plan for All Kinds of Weather

A lot of couples are afraid, it might rain on their big day. But keep in mind, that not all bad weather consists of rain. Extreme heat, extremely windy conditions, and even a thunderstorm with hail included can, and has, happened to many couples on their wedding day. Make sure that you plan for all kinds of weather, not just the rain that could happen.

Green Wedding: Eco-Friendly Wedding Ideas

With that state of the environment today, green weddings are on the rise more than they ever have been in the past. Here at When Freddie met Lilly, we agree that the greener your wedding is, the better it is for the environment. From reducing your carbon footprint on the earth to using recycled materials for your wedding, read on below for a few tips to help you have the green wedding of your dreams.

Choose Rings that Are Eco-Friendly

When it comes time to go ring shopping, remember that there are quite a few green jewellers who will help you find an eco-friendly ring for your green wedding. More and more jewellers are going to using recycled gold and gems that are made from fair labour. Choosing an eco-friendly ring is a great step towards having a wedding that not only joins two people who love one another but works towards making the earth a healthy place to live again as well.

Beautiful Bohemian Bridal Accessories from WFML

Deciding to have a Bohemian wedding has become extremely popular in the last few years.  Many brides have gone back to basics in order to do so. Most brides won’t be able to travel half way around the world to have a Bohemian wedding But it is possible to have one right where you are. The one thing you shouldn’t forget is that with that wedding, you need some great Bohemian bridal accessories as well. At When Freddie met Lilly, we get just how important the perfect wedding is and are here to help. We have a few tips to help you find the right accessories for your Bohemian wedding.

Choose Your Dress First

Maybe you have fallen in love with that Grandeur Headdress you found at When Freddie met Lilly in Brisbane. But it’s important to choose the dress you are going to wear before deciding to go with that particular piece. You don’t want to buy what you think are the perfect Bohemian bridal accessories only to find later that they don’t go with the dress you have realized is perfect for you. If you aren’t sure, then ask for help from your designer. We at When Freddie met Lilly in Brisbane will point you in the right direction.