So Christmas is over for another year, we hope you all had a wonderful holiday. I can’t believe the year is almost at an end, it’s certantly been eventful! With New Years Eve tomorrow we though it would be a perfect time for us to look back at the year that’s been, so our FAB 5 this week will be retrospective!
Here are our FAB 5 real wedding highlights of the year…
Anri & Anthony’s French Inspired South African Wedding
A Waterside Ibiza Wedding by Ana Lui Photography
A Swedish Estate Wedding by Christine Meintjes
A Palace Ruins Wedding in Portugal by Piteira Photography
Stephanie & Anand’s Colourful Moroccan Wedding by Boutique Souk
And our year’s favourite FAB 5 destination wedding links from around the web…
✈ A Beautiful Beach Wedding in France – J’adore!
✈ South African Oyster Box Wedding – Stunning!
✈ Nichole and Andy’s Irish Wedding – Green Green Grass
✈ San Francisco Intimate Wedding – Full of colour!
✈ A Sailboat Wedding – A beautifully intimate wedding planned in 6 weeks!
Finally our top 5 inspiration posts from 2011…
Green With Envy ✈ Irish Wedding Inspiration
A Toast to Bridal Musings ✈ GELIEFT 1st Annual Birthday shoot!
Little Wedding Guests ✈ Children’s Easter Egg Hunt Inspiration Shoot
Sail Away With Me Inspiration Shoot ✈ Part 1, Part 2 & Part 3
Dreaming of a White Christmas ✈ Winter Wedding Inspiration
We’re looking forward to a very exciting year ahead at Fly Away Bride.
Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!
When I first set eyes on the Ugo Zaldi 2011 Bridal Collection I think my heart skipped a beat! The stunning gowns with masterful silk draping create a look that that is so perfect for destination weddings, elegance personified…
This first dress is so beautiful, I love the draped sleeves, perfect if you have to cover your shoulder for a church ceremony.
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There’s big speculation that Kate Middleton could wed in a bridal gown designed by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen. So out of curiosity I had a look at their Autumn Winter 2011 Catwalk Collection and was pleasantly surprised by the many amazing gowns that would be perfect for a winter destination wedding…
I think this gown would be stunning for a winter wedding in Barcelona, the amazing bodice and ruffled skirt immediately brings Gaudi to mind.
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I came across Claire Pettibone when I was on the search for my own wedding gown and although I didn’t choose one of her gowns myself I am constantly drawn to her beautiful dream like creations. Her Spirit of the Night 2011 Collection is so whimsical and pretty and so perfect for a destination wedding I had to share… 
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I discovered Australian designer Johanna Johnson about a year ago while looking for accessory ideas for my own wedding, the minute I saw her designs I was hooked. I have been swooning over her creations ever since and her 2011 Templar collection is no different. Her Templar collection is the embodiment of Old Hollywood Glamour but with an enchanting embellished twist!
“Johanna was inspired by the fairytale of early medieval jewelry; the idea of being covered in precious gems and fine fabrics from far off lands.”
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As soon as I saw the Rosa Carla 2011 Bridal Collection my first thoughts were Prima Ballerina! The fitted bodice, full skirts, tulle overlays, satin ribbons and the classic neat bun are all so elegant and to me the essence of ballet style. I had to share..
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I am a huge fan of Jenny Packham, my own wedding dress is a Jenny Packham, I have to pinch myself when I say that! When I see her gowns I just swoon, and her Spring 2011 collection is no different. Although it’s not her bridal collection I think any of these dresses would make stunning destination wedding gowns…
Why not choose a dreamy blue gown, the traditional colour for an Irish bridal dress…
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