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'Looks We Love' - Glitter & Gold

The SA Weddings team is made up of magpies – we’re in love with everything with a little 'shine'! So we decided to compile 5 of our favourite glitter-inspired wedding ideas to help find the wedding looks that dazzle this summer!

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For a bit of extra sparkle on a work day, we thought you'd appreciate a few inspiration ideas for a glitter and gold themed wedding. This is by no means a cheap thrills-extravaganza but offers some chic ways to add a little girly glam to your special day. We promise your wedding doesn't have to fall on New Years to be a festive affair and a little glitter or confetti goes along way...

Wedding Stationery

Give your guests a hint of the golden celebration that's still to come with a glittered invitation that really shines. This can also give them an insight into what to expect and what to wear of course!

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Wedding Cake

'Let them eat cake', gold cake! Your wedding cake is the easiest and tastiest way to add a touch of sparkle to your big day, this one in particular is rather swoon-worthy in our books.

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Bridesmaid Dresses

If you aren't completely glitzed out yet, glam up your girls in gold bridesmaid dresses or go for an opulent sequinned gown!

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Wedding Shoes

If a glittery gown is a bit too much sparkle for you - how about having a special pair of bridal shoes sporting some extra glam? Whether you want to splash out on luxury shoes or opt for some glitter DIY, there are plenty of styles and designs to choose from.

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Wedding Boutonniere

A little something extra to help the groom glam up his look would be the option of the boutonniere! It's sophisticated and understated with a touch of extra glam for the guys.

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For those brides who are not planning a full-on glitter fest, there are plenty of beautiful ways to incorporate a little bit of extra sparkle to your special day. If you'd prefer to only add a few minor elements to suit the theme, why not accessorise with a pretty, shiny clutch? Or perhaps even an embellishment on your wedding dress-the gold look is definitely something brides are constantly falling in love with. It's not just us!

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