Who is your creative muse?
There are a few people I look up to. My favourite is Nomad Styling from Australia, who specialises in boho / industrial style weddings. I LOVE what she does!

Why is it important to have a wedding planner in Bali?
Professionals will know best who to work with. Consistency is still an issue with many vendors so we only work with those who deliver 100% and every time. A bride on a DIY project won’t know this from Google search or even a TripAdvisor. Vendors also know if they mess up, chances are that we won’t work with them again, so they try a little harder to keep us happy.

If you could give one piece of advice to couples planning a Bali wedding, what would it be?
To be open minded. Sometime it is hard to find a venue which ticks all the boxes. The planner will know how to translate your vision into reality.

How big a part do your couples play in the creative process – or are they generally happy for you to run the show?
It really depends on the client. We love receiving cohesive briefs from brides who have a clear vision on what they want but this is rare. Usually it’s somewhere in between and sometimes clients want us to take complete control over the design and create something on their behalf. All of them are fun to work with, just a little different.

What’s the trickiest part about being a destination wedding planner?
Time zones. Our clients happen to be from all over the world, from New Zealand to the West coast of the US. Managing those Skype calls can be a little tricky. It is also nerve-racking when your clients see their wedding venue for the first time, as they booked it based on photos and our recommendations. Luckily, they were never disappointed!

What is the BEST part of your job?
Seeing our clients tying the knot. They are no longer clients, they are good friends so it is always emotional.

Your range is forever changing and moving with the current trends, Where do you both draw your inspiration from?
Everywhere! We’re both Instagram addicts so we’re always gazing at beautiful things. We love the Australian wedding scene too as the furniture is so relaxed, understated and elegant – which we love.  Saying that, inspiration can strike anywhere and we found our incredible Cuban Lounge set on the side of the road last year! We loved the shape so much we gave it a lovely face lift and then replicated it and viola!

So far, what is the most memorable experience you have had so far working within the Bali Wedding Industry?
It would have to be the journey we go on with our couples.  We usually meet an excited engaged couple via email, sometimes we have the pleasure of meeting them (with their mums and bridesmaids) at our Showroom during a pre wedding visit and then we see their magical wedding come together.  We really feel privileged to be a part of each wedding and we love it 12 months later when the pregnancy and baby instagram shots start appearing – we have a lot of Awwww moments!

So… what is the best way for anyone to contact you to either make a booking or see what your current range is?
The easiest way to contact us is via email at hello@balieventhire.com – an appointment isn’t necessary but we are always delighted to meet planners or loved up couples at our showroom in Canggu which is about a 10 minute drive from Seminyak, and there is always our website that showcases our entire range.

We all know planning a wedding can be hectic and get a little crazy at times, so If you could give couples one piece of advice leading up to their wedding day what would it be?
That’s a big one but we would have to say that selecting your suppliers carefully is essential.  If something is super cheap, there is often a reason for it.  You need vendors you can trust, who communicate well, understand your vision and make you feel happy and confident – it’s your wedding day after all!

Being as style-savvy as you both are, What is your one, ultimate industry insider tip for couples currently planning a wedding within Bali?
Stay true to your vision.  You know what you want and if there is anywhere in the world where almost anything is possible – it’s Bali!

And finally, with the current trends that we are seeing coming out of Bali, do you have any style predictions that we can expect to see this upcoming season?
With so many jaw-droppingly talented wedding professionals in Bali now, couples really do have the opportunity to stage weddings of a true international standard.

In terms of furniture and decor for 2017, we will continue to see lots of Natural Styling with raw tabletops and beautiful lush florals. What we call ‘Island Romance’ will never date, so think classic white chairs, soft, feminine florals and thousands of fairy lights.  And Boho Luxe  – who doesn’t love a braided, barefoot Bali bride!

As for our new season predictions,  we’ll be seeing lots of Tropical Glam, combining Bali’s unique natural elements with clean, modern lines, lots of statement greenery and colour pops.  White on White will be huge – think white long tables, white chairs with ridiculously magical lighting framed by an endless view!   And a new exciting addition to the Bali Wedding scene is the Statement Bar – stayed to perfection as a fabulous central spot for guests to mingle under the stars.

There’s lots of inspiration in our 2017 Lookbook which is hot off the press – packed to the brim with our beautiful furniture, new pieces, new ideas and styling references.