
Praveena Ravichandran
Praveena Ravichandran got married on September 24 2017 Praveena got married today Her gown was hand sculptured to fit her like a glove. From french lace and silk tulle Praveena looked a dream. #womenfashion #bridalcouture #bridalmelbourne #weddingdresses #bridaldressesmelbourne

Charlotte Campbell
Charlotte Campbel graduates at her Recital for her Bachelor of Music at Sydney's Conservatorium.

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Could you start by telling us about the style of Bride you dress? "The Shane McConnell brand represents the modern bride. We work with many different styles of bride, from the classic elegant to the modern, fashion forward bride. What they all have in common is that we help them look timeless. You can look at a McConnell bride from 20 years ago and she still looks modern today. That is what I have always aimed for. Could you describe the Shane McConnell aesthetic and vision?

AUSTRALIAN BRIDAL FASHION WEEK 2016
This years Australian Bridal Fashion Week - Sydney was just simply phenomenal, we at Shane McConnell Couture Showcased 20 pieces from our current collection's and a few newbies. To say our excitement was heightened is an understatement. It was so great to see many other AUSTRALIAN Couturiers and be able to showcase all together and show how brilliant Australian designers are on a world platform. We had the opportunity showing for closing show, and we had a great compliment fr

Emma Jane Denys
Emma was originally one of my brides 12 years ago. When Emma called me to make her birthday gown, one of the first things said was that she couldn't think of anyone better to make her gown as her wedding gown was the most beautiful gown she has ever owned and wanted the same experience for her birthday gown. Emma's theme was studio 54 a true 70's look with a modern look. Originally she wanted her gown to be made from glow mesh, unfortunately this idea ended up on the cutting

Rebecca Gulinello
Today is Italian national day here in Melbourne. Sharif and I were not only honored to attend this event, but we were asked to dress the beautiful young Opera singer Rebecca Gulinello, who sang the Italian & Australian national anthems. Rebecca has been accepted into The Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia USA. We wish her all the success. I designed a form fitted, fit and flair gown for Rebecca to show off her amazing curves. Rebecca has that classical Sophia Loren iconi

Danielle McConnell
Danielle is my niece, and today is her wedding day. Sharif and I are not only excited for today, but it is also a privilege to be designing and making her wedding gown. My first discussions with Danielle about her wedding gown were back in May 2015, she had very strong ideas and direction, so she thought. Like most brides they set out with very strong idea's, then as the process begin's things change. So while working on Danielle's gown, something told me that she had changed

Marina & Ferdi
M A R I N A & F E R D I You may have seen this real wedding in the last edition of Shots! magazine, but given the gorgeous Autumn shades, it seems appropriate to share it again in case you missed it! Without the limitations of pages we've been able to include a few more details perfectly captured by Woodrow at Infinity Photography. Here is Marina & Ferdi's story ..."I met Ferdi on the beach and spent every single day of summer with him," says Marina. Understandably, Marina

ROB & JO
Our perfect country wedding It was a highly emotional day for the couple who found each other on The Farmer Wants A Wife. Lucie Morris-Marr was there to share the joy Before a single vow is taken or the groom has even caught sight of his stunning bride, emotions are running high. Preparing for their glamorous nuptials at the foot of the majestic Grampians in country Victoria, farmer Rob Hodges and his fiancée, Jo Fincham, have a special secret they can’t wait to share with Wo