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What a big day in Melbourne with not one but TWO massive wedding expos, the Bridal Expos – Ultimate Bridal Event and Bridal Expos Australia! Check out pics from the day, including the Easy Weddings stand and wedding suppliers of everything from #wedding gowns and flowers to wedding cars and photography. #WeddingExpo

: If you’ve every contacted Easy Weddings, you’ve probably spoken with Victoria (left) or Carly (right), or even our head honcho, Matt (centre). (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: There were some absolutely jaw-dropping cake creation on display. These works of cake art, by COCO Cakes were hardly an exception! (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: Does the cake magnificence ever end? Yet more gorgeous designs from COCO Cakes. (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: Cakes, cakes and more cakes, from COCO Cakes. (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: A qualified chef, Santiago Garcia is the cake-making genius behind COCO Cakes. (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: So stunning, we’d be too scared to cut these gorgeous creations (by COCO Cakes.)! At the Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo.

: We’re loving these gorgeous square (and round) cake stands from The Ivory Plateau.

: Inspired by the Sex and the City wedding cake, this replica, by Oakleigh Quality Cakes, is dripping with crystals! At the Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo.

: Another delicious cake by Oakleigh Quality Cakes, this four-tier delight is covered in edible silver embellishments. At the Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo.

: A string of pearls and hand-made flower top of this offering by Oakleigh Quality Cakes. At the Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo.

: The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo was awash with a sea of cakes!

: Easy Weddings was everywhere to be seen at The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo

: The folks at Balwyn Events never fail to surprise or innovate with their affordable and gorgeous centrepieces. (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: A fabulous range of centrepieces from Balwyn Events that will suit all budget ranges! (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: One of the most popular (and affordable) centrepieces from Balwyn Events is this vase with floating tealight and submerged orchids. (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: More centrepieces from Balwyn Events.

: A classic car bedecked for someone’s big day.

: The range of floral offerings, from bouquets to centrepieces was mesmerising…and the smell, wonderful!

: A medium-sized cheese wheel tower complete with sliced figs and grapes. Yumbo! It’s from Burnt Butter.

: There were some absolutely jaw-dropping cake creation on display. These works of art, by COCO Cakes Australia, were hardly an exception!

: What gorgeous offerings for brides, bridesmaids and flowergirls from one of Melbourne’s premiere pre-loved gown stores, Love Me Twice.

: These sparkly heels were a hit with brides-to-be at the Lily Rose Shoes stand at The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo

: White and silver wedges, too, were popular at the Lily Rose Shoes stand at The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo

: This diamonte emblazoned shoe was the big favourite at the Lily Rose Shoes stand! It’s called Tango.

: We love this gown, called Dabra, by Always and Forever Bridal International. It’s a cross between a sexy, fitted gown and a full-length princess gown with a drop waist, pleats and a matching veil.

: A collection of in-house wedding gown creations by Always and Forever Bridal International. They’ll create your gown from scratch according to your size and your design. (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: Ohhh! Called Flower Bomb, this Ian Stewart gown is a silk, strapless affair that features Swarovski crystal details on the neckline and, of course, hundreds of flowers, hence the name. it’s from Always and Forever Bridal International. (At the Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: With an exquisite beaded bodice, this wedding dress, called Mori Lee, features an eye-catching ruffled and oh-so-romantic floor-length skirt. It, too, is from Always and Forever Bridal International. (At the Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: With its sweet ’50s styling, this tulle and lace gown, called DAnbury, also comes with a matching coatee. It’s available at Always and Forever Bridal International. (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: The lovely ladies from d’Italia who design exquisite, custom-made gowns.

: Now, this is COOL, definitely one for the boys! It’s a yellow limo – with a Transformers light-up logo.

: One of Melbourne’s best-known wedding car suppliers, Enrik Limousines is run by Peter (pictured in black) who is showing one very interested gent his brand spanking new gull wing limo! You should see it inside. WOW! No, DOUBLE wow! What a way to arrive (or leave) your wedding in style! (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: Love this simple, but elegant stand by Passion8 Photography. A quick flick through their sample books show just how great their images are.

: Here’s a great idea for anyone wanting to add something different to their reception, caricatures from Wedding Toons. (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: Thanks so much to all our lovely brides, who took the time and trouble to say, ‘hi!’ It was a pleasure finally meeting so many of you! (The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo)

: Loved walking out of The Melbourne Bridal and Honeymoon Expo at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and seeing a sea of Easy weddings bags. How many can you spot in this picture? There are a heap more behind us and to the sides, which you can’t see! #Awesome #weddingexpo

: Well, hello, there! What is the first thing to greet us as we walk into the Ultimate Bridal Event? Easy Weddings welcome signs, of course! Yay!

: Oh, this is exciting… After seeing the Easy Wedding signs, the first thing I see are gorgeous wedding gowns. Yippee! At the Ultimate Bridal Event.

: Wedding cars of all vintages were to be seen – and I’m only 10 metres into the expo!

: Easy Weddings’ Russ and Chiara were pounding the expo floor!

: A most innovative piece of jewellery, this custom made (and very regal) adornment from Jeanette Maree will add a bling to any outfit, whether you’re a bride, bridesmaid or, even, a guest!

: Jeanette Maree’s stand at the Ultimate Bridal Event was chock full of stunning pieces of jewellery, handbags, shoes and fascinators, including this elegant and very unique headpiece.

: Our stand is manned, by Dan (the man) and Sales Manager, Ryan! Looking good, chaps.

: Two of the very friendly staff at the fabulous St Andrews Conservatory venue (now called The Pump House (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: What a fine (and, no doubt) delicious spread from Sweet Serendipity

: A quarter-sized croquembouche. Genius!

: How delish does this macaron tower look? Yumbo!

: What a spread of sweet treats. It includes cake pops, cupcakes and, of course, wedding cake!

: With every seat full for the fashion parades visitors took every spot they could find! (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: A stunning, vintage inspired gown, complete with a delicate satin bow, from Raffaele Ciiuca

: A better view of one of our favourite (and most simple) gowns at the show. It’s from Raffaele Ciiuca.

: The Easy Weddings stand was attended by visitors big and small… 🙂

: Another stunning gown from A stunning, vintage inspired gown, complete with a delicate satin bow, from Raffaele Ciiuca. Take a look at the next picture for a close up of the ornate beadwork.

: A close-up of the intricate beadwork on one of Raffaele Ciiuca’s beautiful wedding dresses on show at the Ultimate Bridal Event.

: Furls and flounces everywhere! Raffaele Ciiuca.

: And a little something for the boys… Raffaele Ciiuca.

: The detail on this exquisite gown, from Raffaele Ciiuca is startlingly intricate. Wow.

: A close-up of Raffaele Ciiuca’s exquisite, fitted gown with embellished belt. What detail, eh?

: A gorgeous combination of lace and crystal embellisments on this wedding gowns belt offer a simple, understated elegant look.

: The folks at All Smiles had all three of their fabulous Melbourne venues on show: Docklands Yarra Valley and Sorrento Ocean Beach.

: Just lovely!

: If you think this Grecian-inspired Baccini and Hill gown, called Alphia, looks spectacular from afar, check out the next picture, of the ornate art deco-inspired motif close up… (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: A close of Alphia, one of Baccini and Hill’s Grecian-inspired gowns, with its art deco-inspired motif. (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: With its low cowl back and blingalicious embellishments, Lana, by Baccini and Hill is as eye-catching from the back as it is from the front. (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: Fontaine, from Baccini and Hill, features a v-back and a sheer high neckline with embellishment, as well as a full satin skirt. Simply gorgeous!

: Also from Baccini and Hill is Savannaa, a cute little ballet-inspired flowergirl dress with satin bodice and a full tulle layered skirt.

: A snapshot of the crowd busily perusing stand after stand and dress after dress.

: Just a small selection of Baccini and Hill’s bridesmaids’ gown colletion. Prices vary from $290 to $500.

: A rather fetching Great Gatsby-inspired headpiece from Baccini and Hill. (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: Aussie designer Craig Braybrook stands proudly by his contemporary wedding gown, complete with embellished fins. (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: A colourful and flower-filled collection of wedding cakes by Serendib Cakes.

: Delicate and feminine, this sleeveless, lace offering is timelessly elegant and feminie. From Ferrari Bridal Wear.

: Sweet and lace-covered! From Ferrari Bridal Wear.

: Loving this strapless wedding gown with matching off-the-shoulder champagne bridesmaids’ dresses from Ferrari Bridal Wear.

: Oh, my! A gown fit for a princess, from Bluebell Bridal.

: One of the lovely ladies at Bluebell Bridal gives us a peek at the stunning detail on this princess-like gown.

: Wow! Like we said, a Bluebell Bridal gown fit for a princess!

: Visitors were flocking to Dreamlife Photos and Videos stand to peruse their creative offerings.

: Looking for something a little different for your page boy? This four-piece satin outfit is called Mini James Cook, and it’s easy to see why! (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: Just a few of Alfred Angelo’s latest wedding gown offerings…

: Now, this is cool. It’s Australia’s first inflatable photobooth! No pins allowed! (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: Some of Lazaro’s amazing gowns (including a black wedding dress) from the past 20 years, courtesy of Eternal Bridal. (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: More dreamy designs from two decades of wedding gown creation by Lazaro courtesy of Eternal Bridal. (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: The Dezine by Mauro stand was always full as curious onlookers asked about his gorgeous photographs. (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: The folks at Balwyn Events never fail to surprise or innovate with their affordable and gorgeous centrepieces. (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: Cake genius Michelle Moreton runs The House Of Elegant Cakes, whose spectacular creations are never anything short of mind-bogglingly beautiful! (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: These cakes, by the folk at The House Of Elegant Cakes, are even more delicious than they look! (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: More lovingly hand-crafted cakes from The House Of Elegant Cakes. (At The Ultimate Bridal Event)

: Leonda by the Yarra’s expo stand oozed the same elegance that their venue does… (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)

: Time to head home, but I couldn’t resist one last look at some of the classic cars on show at the Ultimate Bridal Event.

: Phew, and such a long, but fabulously fun day is over. The flags bid us a colourful farewell for another year, at least! (At the Ultimate Bridal Event)