The Kiwi Wedding Podcast
A podcast for New Zealand brides and grooms to hear first-hand wedding stories, tips from vendors, and wedding planning advice. Created by Auckland WeโฆยThis week, I’m joined by Brooke, who recently got married at the beautiful Tu Ngutu Villa. She shares all about planning a wedding that felt completely like them, from the dress to the guest list and everything in between.
We chat about:
๐ Their full-circle love story and a sunrise proposal in Greece
๐ Finding the right wedding dress and trusting your gut
๐ Creating a wedding that felt personal and intentional
๐ Why they kept their guest list intimate and focused on their closest people
๐ Prioritising food, drinks, entertainment and guest experience
๐ Navigating a wedding budget that doubled during the planning process
๐ The importance of trusting your vendors and letting them do their thing
๐ Why you don't need to add details just for the sake of it
๐ Their honeymoon in Bali and settling into married life
…and so much more!
Wedding Vendors:
Photography & Video: @savannahwalkerweddings
Venue: @tu_ngutu_villa
Celebrant: @alexcoopercuthbertcelebrant
Walnut Chairs + Table Linen: @lucyseventhire
Dress: @moirahughescouture from @tbjmarketplace
Alterations: @zeebocreations
Makeup: @fionawright__
Hair: @boutiquebride
Florals: @matt_david_mills
DJ & Sax: @mixitdj.co.nz
Cake: @michaelas_sweetcakes_
Bow: @nicolemaydcreations
Linen Sign: @thesignerynz
Getting Ready Location: White Cottage via @matakanaboutique
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