Marie Kouroulis 

Love is love, no matter where you look, and this year Australia has confirmed that universal adage in a big way. All across the country, gay and lesbian couples are celebrating their newfound freedom by ringing in 2018 with some of the most joyful, and extravagant wedding ceremonies you’ve ever seen. Of course, with all that nuptial competition, the pressure to stand out does increase a little more. After all, with same-sex marriage legislation in the air since early last yea

Wedding fever is alive and well amongst Australia’s LGBT communities, as gay couples throughout the country get ready to take advantage of our new same-sex marriage legislation. Perhaps more than any other occasion, weddings provide a multitude of opportunities to express you and your partner’s personalities, both individually and as a pair. Nowhere is this freedom more apparent than in the wedding decor. From floral arrangements, to centrepieces to signage and fabrics, there

The fight is over and love has won. For same-sex couples across Australia, it’s finally okay to celebrate their love in the most meaningful way possible. For LGBT couples in long-term relationships, this special day has been a long time coming, so you’d definitely be forgiven for letting your creativity run wild as you plan for the big occasion. But while you and your partner may be having a blast micromanaging the tiniest details, it’s important that you don’t forget the oth

It’s an extremely happy new year for LGBT couples across Australia; with the recent passing of same-sex marriage legislation in the country, wedding bells are being heard in many homes. But it’s not just love that’s winning - the economy too could see a substantial boost from all the newfound matrimonial fervour. According to the banking group ANZ, the financial benefit from same-sex marriages throughout the year could rake in as much as $650 million for the nation’s coffers.

The votes are in and the results are overwhelming, love has won in Australia. Love is in the air, in a big way, and same-sex couples throughout the country are seizing the occasion to make a lasting commitment to their relationships. Of course, the decision to get married requires a little more than just a simple yes or no. While the LGBT community might not be the most traditional, individuals of any gender or orientation can appreciate a little pageantry; after all that’s t

Planning a wedding can be a daunting proposition, even for the most on-the-ball couple. After all, you only get one occasion to make your day of love a roaring success. From wedding décor to invitations, seating and the menu, there’s so much to account for that you’d be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed. Thankfully, the long wait for same-sex marriage in Australia has afforded LGBT individuals ample time to envision the big occasion. When it comes to making preparatio

In the wake of November’s historic Yes vote on gay marriage, the sound of wedding bells is in the air for LGBT couples across Australia. Once you and your partner are finished sorting out the guest list, it will soon be time to let all your friends and family know about your forthcoming nuptials. While phone calls and social media announcements might serve that purpose, the best way to set the tone, and create anticipation for your big occasion is with a thoughtful, well-desi