Latest Articles

4 Bouquet Styles for Your Spring Wedding

Spring is undoubtedly one of the most popular seasons for weddings - it’s not too hot, not too cold and it is peak season for some of Australia’s best flowers. Not only will you have access to a huge array of beautiful in-season blooms, they will most likely be much...

It’s School Formal Season – What Should You Wear?

A chance to dress up, dance and forget about the mountain of homework, assignments and exams, school formals are the highlight of the social calendar for most students in their senior years of high school. Merrimu Receptions is a leading Melbourne school formal venue,...

Melbourne Weddings – Which is the Best Season to Get Married?

Melbourne may be known for its fickle weather and it has certainly earned a reputation for having “four seasons in one day”. This may be slightly concerning if you’re planning to have your big day in this great city! Unlike many other Australian cities, Melbourne does...

Wedding Trends You Will See Everywhere This Spring

If you have weddings to attend this spring, or are planning your own big day, you'll undoubtedly notice a few quirky and inspiring trends coming through. From creative light installations to glam bars and vintage accents, many couples are ditching tradition in favour...

The Ultimate Guide for Stress-Free Wedding Dress Shopping

Hunting for the perfect wedding gown is an exciting time in the life of every bride-to-be but with so many Melbourne wedding dress boutiques offering a multitude of gowns of all styles and designs, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Throw in the added...

Creating the Perfect Menu for Your Cocktail Wedding

From fancy food trucks to a decadent degustation, when it comes to feeding wedding guests these days, anything goes. There really aren’t any rules except that food needs to be plentiful and easy to find. With the rise in popularity of cocktail weddings, getting the...

Follow @merrimu_receptions on Instagram