This week I’m chatting with Lucy about her beautiful European-inspired wedding at Trent’s Estate Vineyard in Christchurch, from a surprise proposal in Paris to all the thoughtful details that made the day her own. 

We chat about:

💜 Their love story, from meeting at the gym to getting engaged in Paris
💜 Finding the perfect venue at Trent’s Estate and how their wedding aesthetic fell into place
💜 Customising her dream wedding dress and having a second outfit made for the reception
💜 The personal details that made their day unique, including handwritten notes, custom napkins and little keepsakes for guests
💜 Planning a 125-person wedding and navigating the realities of wedding budgets
💜 Why photography, videography, music and guest experience were top priorities
💜 The emotional first looks with her dad, brothers and bridesmaids, and Alex’s reaction as she walked down the aisle
💜 Creating a memorable reception with a raspberry cake, tiramisu and an outdoor dance floor
💜 Why having an on-the-day coordinator made such a difference
💜 Her advice for staying organised, enjoying the planning process and making the most of your wedding day
💜 Navigating the post-wedding blues and settling into married life

…and so much more!

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: @trentsvineyard

Coordinator: @soireestudio___

Photography: @sophieisabellaphoto

Videography: @gordyduff_

Content Coordinator: @eyespy.content

Dress: @bridesofmerivale

Makeup: @staceybanfieldmakeup

Hair: @laurenmaynardstyling

Cake + Tiramisu: @fulltimetart

Florals: @eden.florist

Suit: @workingstylenz

Doggy: @lifeoffrankie24

Drapery: @littlehirecomp

Furniture: @loulahire

Backdrop + Glassware: @flockevents

Band, DJ + Sax: @benleeshow

Cocktail Bar: @parttimetenders

Wedding Website: @zola

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