This 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:
💜 Their full-circle love story and a sunrise proposal in Greece
💜 Finding the right wedding dress and trusting your gut
💜 Creating a wedding that felt personal and intentional
💜 Why they kept their guest list intimate and focused on their closest people
💜 Prioritising food, drinks, entertainment and guest experience
💜 Navigating a wedding budget that doubled during the planning process
💜 The importance of trusting your vendors and letting them do their thing
💜 Why you don't need to add details just for the sake of it
💜 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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This week, I&rsquo;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.
&nbsp;
We chat about: 💜 Their full-circle love story and a sunrise proposal in Greece 💜 Finding the right wedding dress and trusting your gut 💜 Creating a wedding that felt personal and intentional 💜 Why they kept their guest list intimate and focused on their closest people 💜 Prioritising food, drinks, entertainment and guest experience 💜 Navigating a wedding budget that doubled during the planning process 💜 The importance of trusting your vendors and letting them do their thing 💜 Why you don't need to add details just for the sake of it 💜 Their honeymoon in Bali and settling into married life &nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Photography &amp; Video: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/savannahwalkerweddings/#">@savannahwalkerweddings</a>
Venue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tu_ngutu_villa/#">@tu_ngutu_villa</a>
Celebrant: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alexcoopercuthbertcelebrant/#">@alexcoopercuthbertcelebrant</a>
Walnut Chairs&nbsp;+ Table Linen: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lucyseventhire/#">@lucyseventhire</a>
Dress: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moirahughescouture/#">@moirahughescouture</a> from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tbjmarketplace/#">@tbjmarketplace</a>
Alterations: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/zeebocreations/#">@zeebocreations</a>
Makeup: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fionawright__/#">@fionawright__</a>
Hair: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/boutiquebride/#">@boutiquebride</a>
Florals: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matt_david_mills/#">@matt_david_mills</a>
DJ &amp; Sax: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mixitdj.co.nz/#">@mixitdj.co.nz</a>
Cake: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelas_sweetcakes_/#">@michaelas_sweetcakes_</a>
Bow:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicolemaydcreations/">@nicolemaydcreations</a>
Linen Sign: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thesignerynz/">@thesignerynz</a>
Getting Ready Location: <a href="https://www.matakanaboutique.co.nz/white-cottage">White Cottage</a> via <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matakanaboutique/#">@matakanaboutique</a>
&nbsp;
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&nbsp;
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170. Tu Ngutu Villa Wedding with Bride Brooke Berry

This week I’m chatting with Anda about her beautiful wedding at Muriwai Estate, bringing family and friends from around the world together to celebrate their love in New Zealand, followed by celebrations in Romania. 

 

We chat about:
💜 Their love story, from meeting while travelling in Barcelona to navigating nearly two years of long-distance
💜 Their proposal in Dubai and finding the perfect venue at Muriwai Estate
💜 Planning a wedding in New Zealand while living in Romania
💜 Creating an Italian-inspired outdoor wedding with personal and unique details
💜 Finding her wedding dress after trying 30-40 dresses
💜 Why having a wedding coordinator was invaluable on the day
💜 Their Italian pizza stand, vintage convertible and fun guest experiences
💜 The differences between Romanian and New Zealand wedding traditions
💜 What Anda wishes she'd done differently with videography
💜 Budgeting for unexpected wedding expenses and why she recommends adding 40%
💜 Creating custom wedding bands and making your wedding truly your own
 

…and so much more!

 

Follow Anda:

@andamihaelaa

@adelinnemarlenne

 

Wedding Vendors:
Hair: @glammedbysilvia

Makeup: @makeup_withsam

Nails: @luizebeauty_

Photography: @bydarii.photo

Videography: @hollowandco

Coordination: @wildly.madly.deeply

Stationery: @goldiecreativestudio

Venue: @muriwai_estate

Rings: @colinbartlett

Furniture & Lights: @lucyseventhire

Draping: @silkandsorcery

Food: @littlewolfweddings

Cake: @kcake.co.nz

Flowers: @sydrenz

Dress: @lanovia.bridal

Jewellery: @steven_khalil

Rental car: @excaliburcars.nz

Wood-fired Pizza: @slaps.nz

 

Pakistani wedding:

Location: @sofitelaucklandviaductharbour

Henna: @henna_by_sadaf_2021

 

Anda’s Brand: @adelinnemarlenne

 

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This week I&rsquo;m chatting with Anda about her beautiful wedding at Muriwai Estate, bringing family and friends from around the world together to celebrate their love in New Zealand, followed by celebrations in Romania.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We chat about: 💜 Their love story, from meeting while travelling in Barcelona to navigating nearly two years of long-distance 💜 Their proposal in Dubai and finding the perfect venue at Muriwai Estate 💜 Planning a wedding in New Zealand while living in Romania 💜 Creating an Italian-inspired outdoor wedding with personal and unique details 💜 Finding her wedding dress after trying 30-40 dresses 💜 Why having a wedding coordinator was invaluable on the day 💜 Their Italian pizza stand, vintage convertible and fun guest experiences 💜 The differences between Romanian and New Zealand wedding traditions 💜 What Anda wishes she'd done differently with videography 💜 Budgeting for unexpected wedding expenses and why she recommends adding 40% 💜 Creating custom wedding bands and making your wedding truly your own &nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Follow Anda:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/andamihaelaa/#">@andamihaelaa</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/adelinnemarlenne/#">@adelinnemarlenne</a>
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Hair: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/glammedbysilvia/#">@glammedbysilvia</a>
Makeup: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/makeup_withsam/#">@makeup_withsam</a>
Nails: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/luizebeauty_/#">@luizebeauty_</a>
Photography: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bydarii.photo/#">@bydarii.photo</a>
Videography: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hollowandco/#">@hollowandco</a>
Coordination: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wildly.madly.deeply/#">@wildly.madly.deeply</a>
Stationery: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/goldiecreativestudio/#">@goldiecreativestudio</a>
Venue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/muriwai_estate/#">@muriwai_estate</a>
Rings: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/colinbartlett/#">@colinbartlett</a>
Furniture &amp; Lights: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lucyseventhire/#">@lucyseventhire</a>
Draping: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/silkandsorcery/#">@silkandsorcery</a>
Food: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlewolfweddings/#">@littlewolfweddings</a>
Cake: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kcake.co.nz/#">@kcake.co.nz</a>
Flowers: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydrenz/#">@sydrenz</a>
Dress: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lanovia.bridal/#">@lanovia.bridal</a>
Jewellery: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/steven_khalil/#">@steven_khalil</a>
Rental car: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/excaliburcars.nz/#">@excaliburcars.nz</a>
Wood-fired Pizza: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/slaps.nz/#">@slaps.nz</a>
&nbsp;
Pakistani wedding:
Location: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sofitelaucklandviaductharbour/#">@sofitelaucklandviaductharbour</a>
Henna: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/henna_by_sadaf_2021/#">@henna_by_sadaf_2021</a>
&nbsp;
Anda&rsquo;s Brand: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adelinnemarlenne/#">@adelinnemarlenne</a>
&nbsp;
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&nbsp;
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&nbsp;
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169. Muriwai Estate Wedding with Bride Anda Ionescu

This week I’m chatting with Jordan about her beautiful beachside wedding at Hahei Beach Resort in the Coromandel, and how navigating grief changed her perspective on what really matters when planning a wedding.

 

We chat about:

💜 Their small-town love story and a backyard proposal with their puppy
💜 How grief and joy can co-exist when planning a wedding without a parent
💜 Creating a relaxed, cocktail-style wedding by the beach 
💜 Finding her dream dress at Trish Peng and overcoming nerves around wedding dress shopping
💜 Bringing together 100+ guests for a weekend of celebrations in the Coromandel
💜An unexpected wedding planning setback and how they navigated it
💜 Their wedding budget, and why cocktail-style weddings aren’t always cheaper
💜 Why hiring a wedding coordinator was one of the best decisions they made
💜 Their favourite moments, including sunset photos overlooking the celebrations
💜 Jordan’s advice to step back, soak it all in and appreciate the people who show up for you

 

…and so much more!

 

Wedding Vendors:
Dress: @trishpeng

Photographer: @jacksonbrightweddings

Venue: @haheibeachresort

Bridesmaids: @blakbridesmaids

Makeup: @staceybanfieldmakeup

Co-ordination: @coromandelweddings

Marquee/Furniture: @lucyseventhire

Celebrant: @chelseagracecelebrant

DJ: @honestmattnz

Rings: @loveinajewel

Suit: @barkersclothing @roddandgun

Hair: @itsmoniquecadigan

Florals: @blackdogflowersnz

Videographer: @sideline_studiosnz

Catering: @roamfoodcaravan

Cake: @lilyvalleycakery

Bar Service: @vintageeventscompany

 

If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!

 

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at lydiarachel.com or on Instagram @lydiarachelphotography

 

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📱 Follow us on Tiktok - See more episode highlights.

This week I&rsquo;m chatting with Jordan about her beautiful beachside wedding at Hahei Beach Resort in the Coromandel, and how navigating grief changed her perspective on what really matters when planning a wedding.
&nbsp;
We chat about:
💜 Their small-town love story and a backyard proposal with their puppy 💜 How grief and joy can co-exist when planning a wedding without a parent 💜 Creating a relaxed, cocktail-style wedding by the beach 💜 Finding her dream dress at Trish Peng and overcoming nerves around wedding dress shopping 💜 Bringing together 100+ guests for a weekend of celebrations in the Coromandel 💜An unexpected wedding planning setback and how they navigated it 💜 Their wedding budget, and why cocktail-style weddings aren&rsquo;t always cheaper 💜 Why hiring a wedding coordinator was one of the best decisions they made 💜 Their favourite moments, including sunset photos overlooking the celebrations 💜 Jordan&rsquo;s advice to step back, soak it all in and appreciate the people who show up for you
&nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Dress: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/trishpeng/#">@trishpeng</a>
Photographer: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jacksonbrightweddings/#">@jacksonbrightweddings</a>
Venue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/haheibeachresort/#">@haheibeachresort</a>
Bridesmaids: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blakbridesmaids/#">@blakbridesmaids</a>
Makeup: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/staceybanfieldmakeup/#">@staceybanfieldmakeup</a>
Co-ordination:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/coromandelweddings/">@coromandelweddings</a>
Marquee/Furniture:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lucyseventhire/">@lucyseventhire</a>
Celebrant:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/chelseagracecelebrant/">@chelseagracecelebrant</a>
DJ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/honestmattnz/">@honestmattnz</a>
Rings:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/loveinajewel/">@loveinajewel</a>
Suit: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/barkersclothing/">@barkersclothing</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/roddandgun/">@roddandgun</a>
Hair: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/itsmoniquecadigan/">@itsmoniquecadigan</a>
Florals:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackdogflowersnz/">@blackdogflowersnz</a>
Videographer:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sideline_studiosnz/">@sideline_studiosnz</a>
Catering:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/roamfoodcaravan/">@roamfoodcaravan</a>
Cake:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lilyvalleycakery/">@lilyvalleycakery</a>
Bar Service: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vintageeventscompany/">@vintageeventscompany</a>
&nbsp;
If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!
&nbsp;
If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at <a href="http://www.lydiarachel.com/">lydiarachel.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphotography</a>
&nbsp;
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168. Hahei Beach Resort Wedding with Bride Jordan Oppert

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

 

If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!

 

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at lydiarachel.com or on Instagram @lydiarachelphotography

 

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📱 Follow us on Tiktok - See more episode highlights.

This week I&rsquo;m chatting with Lucy about her beautiful European-inspired wedding at Trent&rsquo;s Estate Vineyard in Christchurch, from a surprise proposal in Paris to all the thoughtful details that made the day her own.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
We chat about:
💜 Their love story, from meeting at the gym to getting engaged in Paris 💜 Finding the perfect venue at Trent&rsquo;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&rsquo;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
&nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Venue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/trentsvineyard/">@trentsvineyard</a>
Coordinator:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/soireestudio___/">@soireestudio___</a>
Photography:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sophieisabellaphoto/">@sophieisabellaphoto</a>
Videography:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gordyduff_/">@gordyduff_</a>
Content Coordinator:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/eyespy.content/">@eyespy.content</a>
Dress:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/bridesofmerivale/">@bridesofmerivale</a>
Makeup:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/staceybanfieldmakeup/">@staceybanfieldmakeup</a>
Hair:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/laurenmaynardstyling/">@laurenmaynardstyling</a>
Cake + Tiramisu:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/fulltimetart/">@fulltimetart</a>
Florals:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/eden.florist/">@eden.florist</a>
Suit: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/workingstylenz/">@workingstylenz</a>
Doggy:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifeoffrankie24/">@lifeoffrankie24</a>
Drapery:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlehirecomp/">@littlehirecomp</a>
Furniture:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/loulahire/">@loulahire</a>
Backdrop + Glassware: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/flockevents/">@flockevents</a>
Band, DJ + Sax:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/benleeshow/">@benleeshow</a>
Cocktail Bar: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/parttimetenders/#">@parttimetenders</a>
Wedding Website: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/zola/#">@zola</a>
&nbsp;
If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!
&nbsp;
If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at <a href="http://www.lydiarachel.com/">lydiarachel.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphotography</a>
&nbsp;
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167. Trent's Estate Vineyard Wedding with Bride Lucy Toohey

This week I’m chatting with Caity about her destination wedding in Hawke’s Bay, travelling over from Australia to celebrate with their favourite people and make the most of everything New Zealand has to offer.

 

We chat about:

💜 Their surprise 10-year anniversary proposal overlooking Sydney Harbour
💜 Choosing Hawke’s Bay and planning a wedding from overseas
💜 Finding her dream wedding dress with Australian designer KYHA
💜 Why they chose a cocktail-style reception over a traditional sit-down dinner
💜 The realities of wedding budgets and managing expectations around costs
💜 Learning to trust your vendors and their recommendations
💜 Having a giant tiramisu instead of a traditional wedding cake
💜 Navigating pre-wedding nerves and why saying your vows can become a favourite moment
💜 Dealing with the post-wedding blues and making time to soak it all in
💜 Why your wedding should reflect you as a couple rather than getting caught up in trends or what you see online

 

…and so much more!

 

Wedding Vendors:
Photography: @jesseandjessieweddings

Venue: @kotare.estate

Dress: @kyhabride

Catering: @mitziandtwinn

Planning, Styling & Hire: @flockevents

Florist: @sniffffff__

Marquee: @lucyseventhire

MUA: @megan.makeup_artist @josie_brenstrum_mua

Hair: @robynmunrohair @gracienisbet

Shoes: @tonybianco

Suit: @lamilago

Celebrant: Lisa Todd

Video: @florenceandfriends.studio

Glassware: @social.eventhire

Stationery: @kamacreative.au

DJ: @goldmansax_

 

If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!

 

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at lydiarachel.com or on Instagram @lydiarachelphotography

 

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This week I&rsquo;m chatting with Caity about her destination wedding in Hawke&rsquo;s Bay, travelling over from Australia to celebrate with their favourite people and make the most of everything New Zealand has to offer.
&nbsp;
We chat about:
💜 Their surprise 10-year anniversary proposal overlooking Sydney Harbour 💜 Choosing Hawke&rsquo;s Bay and planning a wedding from overseas 💜 Finding her dream wedding dress with Australian designer KYHA 💜 Why they chose a cocktail-style reception over a traditional sit-down dinner 💜 The realities of wedding budgets and managing expectations around costs 💜 Learning to trust your vendors and their recommendations 💜 Having a giant tiramisu instead of a traditional wedding cake 💜 Navigating pre-wedding nerves and why saying your vows can become a favourite moment 💜 Dealing with the post-wedding blues and making time to soak it all in 💜 Why your wedding should reflect you as a couple rather than getting caught up in trends or what you see online
&nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Photography: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jesseandjessieweddings/#">@jesseandjessieweddings</a>
Venue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kotare.estate/#">@kotare.estate</a>
Dress: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kyhabride/#">@kyhabride</a>
Catering: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mitziandtwinn/#">@mitziandtwinn</a>
Planning, Styling &amp; Hire:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/flockevents/">@flockevents</a>
Florist:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sniffffff__/">@sniffffff__</a>
Marquee:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lucyseventhire/">@lucyseventhire</a>
MUA:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/megan.makeup_artist/">@megan.makeup_artist</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/josie_brenstrum_mua/">@josie_brenstrum_mua</a>
Hair:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/robynmunrohair/">@robynmunrohair</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gracienisbet/">@gracienisbet</a>
Shoes:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/tonybianco/">@tonybianco</a>
Suit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamilago/">@lamilago</a>
Celebrant: Lisa Todd
Video:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/florenceandfriends.studio/">@florenceandfriends.studio</a>
Glassware:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/social.eventhire/">@social.eventhire</a>
Stationery:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kamacreative.au/">@kamacreative.au</a>
DJ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/goldmansax_/">@goldmansax_</a>
&nbsp;
If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!
&nbsp;
If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at <a href="http://www.lydiarachel.com/">lydiarachel.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphotography</a>
&nbsp;
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166. Kōtare Estate Wedding with Bride Caity Betteridge

This week I’m chatting with Maddi about her beautiful May wedding at Markovina, from a surprise Waiheke proposal to planning a 170-person wedding in just under seven months.

 

We chat about:

💜 Her surprise Waiheke proposal, complete with candles, an ocean view and family and friends hiding nearby

💜 Planning a 170-person wedding with a short seven-month engagement

💜 Choosing Markovina as their venue and why having the ceremony and reception in one place was important

💜 Creating a wedding that felt fun, relaxed and easy, with as much time as possible spent with their favourite people

💜 Deciding what was actually worth spending money on, including photography and videography

💜 Finding her dream Trish Peng dress and why she ended up choosing something completely different from what she originally imagined

💜 The challenge of creating a guest list when you have big families, lots of friends and parents who want to invite their people too

💜 Their decision to see each other for the first time walking down the aisle, rather than doing a first look

💜 Why they chose to have their grandparents as flower girls

💜 The difference between experiencing the wedding as the bride and as the groom

💜 Her advice to focus on the marriage rather than getting caught up in the small details of the wedding

 

…and so much more!

 

Wedding Vendors:
Photography & Videography: @hollowandco

Venue + Food: @markovina_vineyard_estate

Hair & Makeup: @beautybysophienz

Dress & Veil: @trishpeng

Suit: @montagiocustomtailoring

Bridesmaid Dresses: @billy_j_bridal

Groomsmen Suits: @connor_clothing

Stationery/Signage: @maddisonstudios_

Cake: @cakesbyangie_nz

Rings: @austenandblakeanz@sutcliffejewellery

Accessories: @gucci

 

If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!

 

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at lydiarachel.com or on Instagram @lydiarachelphotography

 

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📱 Follow us on Tiktok - See more episode highlights.

This week I&rsquo;m chatting with Maddi about her beautiful May wedding at Markovina, from a surprise Waiheke proposal to planning a 170-person wedding in just under seven months.
&nbsp;
We chat about:
💜 Her surprise Waiheke proposal, complete with candles, an ocean view and family and friends hiding nearby
💜 Planning a 170-person wedding with a short seven-month engagement
💜 Choosing Markovina as their venue and why having the ceremony and reception in one place was important
💜 Creating a wedding that felt fun, relaxed and easy, with as much time as possible spent with their favourite people
💜 Deciding what was actually worth spending money on, including photography and videography
💜 Finding her dream Trish Peng dress and why she ended up choosing something completely different from what she originally imagined
💜 The challenge of creating a guest list when you have big families, lots of friends and parents who want to invite their people too
💜 Their decision to see each other for the first time walking down the aisle, rather than doing a first look
💜 Why they chose to have their grandparents as flower girls
💜 The difference between experiencing the wedding as the bride and as the groom
💜 Her advice to focus on the marriage rather than getting caught up in the small details of the wedding
&nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Photography &amp; Videography: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hollowandco/#">@hollowandco</a>
Venue + Food: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markovina_vineyard_estate/#">@markovina_vineyard_estate</a>
Hair &amp; Makeup: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beautybysophienz/#">@beautybysophienz</a>
Dress &amp; Veil: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/trishpeng/#">@trishpeng</a>
Suit: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/montagiocustomtailoring/#">@montagiocustomtailoring</a>
Bridesmaid Dresses: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/billy_j_bridal/#">@billy_j_bridal</a>
Groomsmen Suits: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/connor_clothing/#">@connor_clothing</a>
Stationery/Signage: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maddisonstudios_/#">@maddisonstudios_</a>
Cake: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cakesbyangie_nz/#">@cakesbyangie_nz</a>
Rings: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/austenandblakeanz/#">@austenandblakeanz</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sutcliffejewellery/#">@sutcliffejewellery</a>
Accessories: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gucci/#">@gucci</a>
&nbsp;
If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!
&nbsp;
If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at <a href="http://www.lydiarachel.com/">lydiarachel.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphotography</a>
&nbsp;
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165. Markovina Wedding with Bride Maddi Samuels

Planning a wedding from the other side of the world is no small feat, especially when you’re also moving countries just weeks before the big day.

 

This week I’m chatting with Lorin about her beautiful Hawke’s Bay wedding at The Old Church, planning from the UK, keeping things simple, and the decisions that helped their wedding day feel relaxed and run smoothly.

 

We chat about:

💜 Planning a wedding from overseas and moving back to NZ just seven weeks before the wedding

💜 Finding her Jenny Yoo wedding dress in London and the realities of getting it altered and home

💜 Having a first look and doing all of their wedding photos before the ceremony

💜 Why this ended up being one of their favourite decisions of the day

💜 Choosing a bridal party and creating a guest list of around 80 people

💜 An unexpected situation with one of their wedding vendors just weeks before the wedding

💜 Planning a wedding while working full-time and how her partner helped take some of the pressure off

💜 Why having a wedding coordinator on the day made such a huge difference

💜 Keeping wedding costs under control and questioning whether you really need all the little extras

💜 Why you shouldn’t feel like you have to copy what everyone else is doing

💜 Their advice for couples planning a wedding right now

 

…and so much more!

 

Wedding Vendors:
Venue + Food: The Old Church @ortonshawkesbay

Florals: @botanical.lane

Photographer: @nataliemcnally_

Makeup: @micki_makeupetc

Cake: @cakecollectivenz

 

If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!

 

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at lydiarachel.com or on Instagram @lydiarachelphotography

 

JOIN THE PODCAST COMMUNITY:

💜 Join our Facebook Community – Connect with other Kiwi couples, ask questions, and share recommendations.

💌 Sign up to The Love Letter – Get fortnightly wedding inspiration, podcast updates, and be the first to hear about upcoming live event announcements.

📸 Follow us on Instagram – @thekiwiweddingpodcast for photos from our podcast guests' weddings, episode highlights, planning advice, and inspiration from the community.

Planning a wedding from the other side of the world is no small feat, especially when you&rsquo;re also moving countries just weeks before the big day.
&nbsp;
This week I&rsquo;m chatting with Lorin about her beautiful Hawke&rsquo;s Bay wedding at The Old Church, planning from the UK, keeping things simple, and the decisions that helped their wedding day feel relaxed and run smoothly.
&nbsp;
We chat about:
💜 Planning a wedding from overseas and moving back to NZ just seven weeks before the wedding
💜 Finding her Jenny Yoo wedding dress in London and the realities of getting it altered and home
💜 Having a first look and doing all of their wedding photos before the ceremony
💜 Why this ended up being one of their favourite decisions of the day
💜 Choosing a bridal party and creating a guest list of around 80 people
💜 An unexpected situation with one of their wedding vendors just weeks before the wedding
💜 Planning a wedding while working full-time and how her partner helped take some of the pressure off
💜 Why having a wedding coordinator on the day made such a huge difference
💜 Keeping wedding costs under control and questioning whether you really need all the little extras
💜 Why you shouldn&rsquo;t feel like you have to copy what everyone else is doing
💜 Their advice for couples planning a wedding right now
&nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Venue + Food: The Old Church <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ortonshawkesbay/#">@ortonshawkesbay</a>
Florals: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/botanical.lane/#">@botanical.lane</a>
Photographer: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nataliemcnally_/#">@nataliemcnally_</a>
Makeup: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/micki_makeupetc#">@micki_makeupetc</a>
Cake: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cakecollectivenz/#">@cakecollectivenz</a>
&nbsp;
If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!
&nbsp;
If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at <a href="http://www.lydiarachel.com/">lydiarachel.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphotography</a>
&nbsp;
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💜 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekiwiweddingpodcast">Join our Facebook Community</a> &ndash; Connect with other Kiwi couples, ask questions, and share recommendations.
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164. The Old Church, Ortons Hawkes Bay Wedding with Bride Lorin Cook

What happens when you stop worrying about what a wedding is supposed to look like and create something completely your own?

 

This week I’m chatting with Lydia, founder of We Are The Whimsy, about her Wairarapa wedding, planning a beautiful day on a tight budget, and the creative decisions that made it so personal.

 

We chat about:

💜 Planning a wedding on a $15,000 budget

💜 Finding creative alternatives to traditional wedding suppliers

💜 Choosing a wedding dress outside of a bridal boutique

💜 Growing flowers (or trying to) for your own wedding

💜 Creating a wedding around things you genuinely love

💜 The pressure of Instagram and endless wedding inspiration

💜 Her unique pay-what-you-like pottery shop

💜 The reality of DIY weddings: money vs time and effort

💜 Post-wedding blues and what happened to all those flowers

💜 How her wedding led to the creation of We Are The Whimsy

💜 The rise of drapery and creating more beautiful spaces

💜 Why couples are moving away from “what a wedding should look like”

💜 Creating a wedding that feels like you

 

…and so much more!

 

Follow Lydia: @wearethewhimsy

 

Wedding Vendors:
Photographer: @lightbynika

Content: @bylarissadeanacarlson

Bouquets: @lavendermagicnz

Giant florals: @ventana.art.space

Floral support: @the_gladstone_grower

Celebrant: @wendymorrisoncelebrant

Venue: The Watermill Bakery

Food: The Watermill Bakery & @rose_and_smith

Hair & Makeup: Bride’s Friend

Dress: @_aje_

 

 

THE KIWI WEDDING PODCAST LIVE CHRISTCHURCH:

 

The next LIVE event is happening Sunday 27 September at The Welder in Christchurch.

 

Come along for an afternoon of wedding inspiration, treats, drinks, an amazing panel and a chance to meet other couples and wedding vendors.

 

Podcast listeners can use code MYSTERY for a secret discount on tickets.

 

GET YOUR TICKETS

 

I’ll be joined by:

💜 Kate Holmes from Soirée
💜 Kasia Stanicich, makeup artist & educator
💜 Sarah Borrell from Amour Weddings
💜 Jess Brooker from Flock Events

 

If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!

 

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at lydiarachel.com or on Instagram @lydiarachelphotography

 

JOIN THE PODCAST COMMUNITY:

💜 Join our Facebook Community – Connect with other Kiwi couples, ask questions, and share recommendations.

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📸 Follow us on Instagram – @thekiwiweddingpodcast for photos from our podcast guests' weddings, episode highlights, planning advice, and inspiration from the community.

What happens when you stop worrying about what a wedding is supposed to look like and create something completely your own?
&nbsp;
This week I&rsquo;m chatting with Lydia, founder of We Are The Whimsy, about her Wairarapa wedding, planning a beautiful day on a tight budget, and the creative decisions that made it so personal.
&nbsp;
We chat about:
💜 Planning a wedding on a $15,000 budget
💜 Finding creative alternatives to traditional wedding suppliers
💜 Choosing a wedding dress outside of a bridal boutique
💜 Growing flowers (or trying to) for your own wedding
💜 Creating a wedding around things you genuinely love
💜 The pressure of Instagram and endless wedding inspiration
💜 Her unique pay-what-you-like pottery shop
💜 The reality of DIY weddings: money vs time and effort
💜 Post-wedding blues and what happened to all those flowers
💜 How her wedding led to the creation of We Are The Whimsy
💜 The rise of drapery and creating more beautiful spaces
💜 Why couples are moving away from &ldquo;what a wedding should look like&rdquo;
💜 Creating a wedding that feels like you
&nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Follow Lydia: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wearethewhimsy/#">@wearethewhimsy</a>
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Photographer: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lightbynika/#">@lightbynika</a>
Content: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bylarissadeanacarlson/#">@bylarissadeanacarlson</a>
Bouquets: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lavendermagicnz/#">@lavendermagicnz</a>
Giant florals: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ventana.art.space/#">@ventana.art.space</a>
Floral support: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_gladstone_grower/#">@the_gladstone_grower</a>
Celebrant: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wendymorrisoncelebrant/#">@wendymorrisoncelebrant</a>
Venue: The Watermill Bakery
Food: The Watermill Bakery &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rose_and_smith/#">@rose_and_smith</a>
Hair &amp; Makeup: Bride&rsquo;s Friend
Dress: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_aje_/#">@_aje_</a>
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
THE KIWI WEDDING PODCAST LIVE CHRISTCHURCH:
&nbsp;
The next LIVE event is happening Sunday 27 September at The Welder in Christchurch.
&nbsp;
Come along for an afternoon of wedding inspiration, treats, drinks, an amazing panel and a chance to meet other couples and wedding vendors.
&nbsp;
Podcast listeners can use code MYSTERY for a secret discount on tickets.
&nbsp;
<a href="https://events.humanitix.com/the-kiwi-wedding-podcast-christchurch-in-person-event-at-the-welder">GET YOUR TICKETS</a>
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;ll be joined by:
💜 Kate Holmes from Soir&eacute;e 💜 Kasia Stanicich, makeup artist &amp; educator 💜 Sarah Borrell from Amour Weddings 💜 Jess Brooker from Flock Events
&nbsp;
If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!
&nbsp;
If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at <a href="http://www.lydiarachel.com/">lydiarachel.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphotography</a>
&nbsp;
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💜 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekiwiweddingpodcast">Join our Facebook Community</a> &ndash; Connect with other Kiwi couples, ask questions, and share recommendations.
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163. The Watermill Bakery, Wairarapa Wedding with Bride Lydia Jameson, Founder of We Are The Whimsy

What do you do when your wedding venue suddenly becomes completely inaccessible just days before your wedding?

 

This week I’m chatting with Chandni about a wedding story that really proves you can plan all you like, but sometimes you just have to roll with it.

 

Chandni and her partner had planned two wedding celebrations, including an outdoor wedding in Whangamatā. But when the weather took a dramatic turn just days before the big day, everything had to change. What followed involved some very quick decision-making, a few unexpected venues, incredible friends and vendors, and one particularly wild solution involving a helicopter...

 

And somehow, despite all of that, they ended up having two really special days.

 

We chat about:

💜 How Chandni and her husband met, and the sweet proposal that caught her completely by surprise

💜 Planning multiple wedding celebrations, and the lead-up including a trip to India to find their wedding outfits

💜 Creating a wedding centred around good food, great drinks, music and a relaxed atmosphere

💜 The moment their carefully planned Whangamatā wedding suddenly became impossible

💜 The scramble to find new venues and completely rework their plans in just a couple of days

💜 The vendors who went above and beyond when their entire wedding plan was suddenly turned upside down

💜 Turning a friend's backyard into their ceremony space, before transforming a bar into their reception

💜 How they managed to stay present and enjoy the wedding when almost everything around them was changing

💜 The things they chose to let go of, and why the wedding they ended up with was still so special

💜 Chandni's biggest takeaway from the experience, and her advice for couples planning their own wedding

 

…and so much more!

 

Wedding Vendors:
Photographer: @aliceandrephoto + @jesseandjessieweddings

On-the-day Coordinator: @eightyeightevents_ + @dreamevents_nz

Florals: @floralcentric

Ceremony Location: @brads.warehouse + Private Property

Reception Location: normataps

Marquee: @raj_tent_club_nz

Chairs: @lucyseventhire

Tables: @flagship_events 

Makeup: @ssarika.makeupartist

Hair: @glammedbysilvia 

Catering & Beverages: @whiskcateringnz

Cake: @olivejaycakes

DJ: @privatebybt

Dress: @hayesbridal

Suit: @workingstylenz

Engagement Ring: @naveyaandsloanejewellery

Follow Chandni: @__chandnipatel

 

THE KIWI WEDDING PODCAST LIVE:

 

We’ve just wrapped our Auckland LIVE event, and I’m still coming down from it! It was such an amazing afternoon; everything came together so well, and I’ve had so many lovely messages from couples and vendors who came along about how helpful, fun and valuable they found it.

 

Now it’s Christchurch’s turn!

 

I’m bringing The Kiwi Wedding Podcast LIVE to The Welder on Sunday 27th September, with an afternoon of wedding advice, inspiration, Q&A, drinks, goodie bags and plenty of opportunities to meet other couples and wedding vendors.

 

I’ll be joined by:

💜 Kate Holmes from Soirée
💜 Kasia Stanicich, makeup artist & educator
💜 Sarah Borrell from Amour Weddings
💜 Jess Brooker from Flock Events

 

Christchurch tickets are still available:
https://events.humanitix.com/the-kiwi-wedding-podcast-christchurch-in-person-event-at-the-welder

 

If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!

 

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at lydiarachel.com or on Instagram @lydiarachelphotography

 

JOIN THE PODCAST COMMUNITY:

💜 Join our Facebook Community – Connect with other Kiwi couples, ask questions, and share recommendations.

💌 Sign up to The Love Letter – Get fortnightly wedding inspiration, podcast updates, and be the first to hear about upcoming live event announcements.

📸 Follow us on Instagram – @thekiwiweddingpodcast for photos from our podcast guests' weddings, episode highlights, planning advice, and inspiration from the community.

What do you do when your wedding venue suddenly becomes completely inaccessible just days before your wedding?
&nbsp;
This week I&rsquo;m chatting with Chandni about a wedding story that really proves you can plan all you like, but sometimes you just have to roll with it.
&nbsp;
Chandni and her partner had planned two wedding celebrations, including an outdoor wedding in Whangamatā. But when the weather took a dramatic turn just days before the big day, everything had to change. What followed involved some very quick decision-making, a few unexpected venues, incredible friends and vendors, and one particularly wild solution involving a helicopter...
&nbsp;
And somehow, despite all of that, they ended up having two really special days.
&nbsp;
We chat about:
💜 How Chandni and her husband met, and the sweet proposal that caught her completely by surprise
💜 Planning multiple wedding celebrations, and the lead-up including a trip to India to find their wedding outfits
💜 Creating a wedding centred around good food, great drinks, music and a relaxed atmosphere
💜 The moment their carefully planned Whangamatā wedding suddenly became impossible
💜 The scramble to find new venues and completely rework their plans in just a couple of days
💜 The vendors who went above and beyond when their entire wedding plan was suddenly turned upside down
💜 Turning a friend's backyard into their ceremony space, before transforming a bar into their reception
💜 How they managed to stay present and enjoy the wedding when almost everything around them was changing
💜 The things they chose to let go of, and why the wedding they ended up with was still so special
💜 Chandni's biggest takeaway from the experience, and her advice for couples planning their own wedding
&nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Photographer:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/aliceandrephoto/#">@aliceandrephoto</a> + <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jesseandjessieweddings/#">@jesseandjessieweddings</a>
On-the-day Coordinator: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eightyeightevents_/#">@eightyeightevents_</a> + <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dreamevents_nz/#">@dreamevents_nz</a>
Florals: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/floralcentric/#">@floralcentric</a>
Ceremony Location: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brads.warehouse/#">@brads.warehouse</a> +&nbsp;Private Property
Reception Location: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/normataps/#">normataps</a>
Marquee: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/raj_tent_club_nz/#">@raj_tent_club_nz</a>
Chairs: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lucyseventhire/#">@lucyseventhire</a>
Tables: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/flagship_events/#">@flagship_events</a>&nbsp;
Makeup: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ssarika.makeupartist/#">@ssarika.makeupartist</a>
Hair: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/glammedbysilvia/#">@glammedbysilvia</a>&nbsp;
Catering &amp; Beverages: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whiskcateringnz/#">@whiskcateringnz</a>
Cake: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/olivejaycakes/#">@olivejaycakes</a>
DJ: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/privatebybt/#">@privatebybt</a>
Dress: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hayesbridal/#">@hayesbridal</a>
Suit: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/workingstylenz/#">@workingstylenz</a>
Engagement Ring: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/naveyaandsloanejewellery/#">@naveyaandsloanejewellery</a>
Follow Chandni: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/__chandnipatel/#">@__chandnipatel</a>
&nbsp;
THE KIWI WEDDING PODCAST LIVE:
&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ve just wrapped our Auckland LIVE event, and I&rsquo;m still coming down from it! It was such an amazing afternoon; everything came together so well, and I&rsquo;ve had so many lovely messages from couples and vendors who came along about how helpful, fun and valuable they found it.
&nbsp;
Now it&rsquo;s Christchurch&rsquo;s turn!
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;m bringing The Kiwi Wedding Podcast LIVE to The Welder on Sunday 27th September, with an afternoon of wedding advice, inspiration, Q&amp;A, drinks, goodie bags and plenty of opportunities to meet other couples and wedding vendors.
&nbsp;
I&rsquo;ll be joined by:
💜 Kate Holmes from Soir&eacute;e 💜 Kasia Stanicich, makeup artist &amp; educator 💜 Sarah Borrell from Amour Weddings 💜 Jess Brooker from Flock Events
&nbsp;
Christchurch tickets are still available: <a href="https://events.humanitix.com/the-kiwi-wedding-podcast-christchurch-in-person-event-at-the-welder">https://events.humanitix.com/the-kiwi-wedding-podcast-christchurch-in-person-event-at-the-welder</a>
&nbsp;
If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!
&nbsp;
If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at <a href="http://www.lydiarachel.com/">lydiarachel.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphotography</a>
&nbsp;
JOIN THE PODCAST COMMUNITY:
💜 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekiwiweddingpodcast">Join our Facebook Community</a> &ndash; Connect with other Kiwi couples, ask questions, and share recommendations.
💌 <a href="https://lydiarachel.myflodesk.com/loveletter">Sign up to The Love Letter</a> &ndash; Get fortnightly wedding inspiration, podcast updates, and be the first to hear about upcoming live event announcements.
📸 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thekiwiweddingpodcast/">Follow us on Instagram</a> &ndash; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thekiwiweddingpodcast/">@thekiwiweddingpodcast</a> for photos from our podcast guests' weddings, episode highlights, planning advice, and inspiration from the community.

162. Brad's Warehouse, Private Property & Norma Taps Auckland Wedding with Bride Chandni Patel

THE KIWI WEDDING PODCAST LIVE:

The Kiwi Wedding Podcast LIVE is coming to Auckland and Christchurch soon! 

 

Join me for an afternoon of wedding inspiration, honest conversations and advice from some incredible experts in the New Zealand wedding industry. There’ll be a live panel discussion, beautiful vendors, goodie bags and plenty of opportunities to connect with other people planning their weddings.

 

AUCKLAND | Sunday 13 September

NOW SOLD OUT! Join the waitlist for Glasshouse Morningside with an incredible lineup of wedding experts.


CHRISTCHURCH | Sunday 27 September

Tickets are selling fast for our first-ever Christchurch event at The Welder!

 

Tickets and all the event details are linked below. We'd love to see you there!

 

EVENT TICKETS:

🎟️ Auckland

🎟️ Christchurch 

 

Hannah Hart is back on The Kiwi Wedding Podcast, but this time she’s joining me not only as a vendor but a bride!

 

You might know Hannah as the founder of Dear Brides, New Zealand’s first wedding content creation company, as well as Dear Community, Dear Future and Seven Content Studio. 

 

Hannah and I actually go way back to our days living in London and working as nannies, so it was very special to catch up with her and hear all about her recent wedding.

 

Hannah and her husband kept their relationship completely private online, and their intimate wedding was the ultimate hard launch. A beautiful, intimate celebration at The Hotel Britomart, and a day that was incredibly intentional and personal to them.

 

We chat about:

💜 Why Hannah kept her entire relationship offline and chose her elopement as the ultimate hard launch

💜 The surprise proposal, complete with a “creepy guy” in a raincoat who was actually her brother-in-law filming it

💜 Creating a wedding for just 20 guests that still felt completely personal and incredibly considered

💜 Her fashion-forward burgundy wedding aesthetic, including a paint-swatch seating plan and camcorder footage of their dating story

💜 Why Hannah is such a strong advocate for first looks and how they can completely change the flow of your wedding day

💜 The elaborate wedding run sheet she created, and why she thinks couples should work on their timeline with their photographer

💜 Where she spent her money, where she saved, and why she thinks you shouldn’t compromise on the vendors you really want

💜 Why a weekday or winter wedding could be one of the smartest decisions you make when planning on a budget

💜 Hannah’s surprisingly important advice for changing your name after getting married, including the one piece of paperwork she wishes she’d ordered straight away

💜 An update on Dear Brides, from international weddings to building a carefully trained team of content creators and growing the business beyond New Zealand

 

…and so much more!

 

Follow Hannah:@hannahkoumakis

 

Wedding Vendors:
Venue: @thehotelbritomart

Content Creation: @dearbridesnz

Photographer: @hopepattersonweddings 

Stylist: @tablelook 

Florals: @alittlebit.floral 

Celebrant: Ben Matthewson 

Drapery: @lalumiere_nz 

Food Stylist: @lamesa.host 

Cake: @ignatura.nz 

Rings: @fifthavenuediamondexperts 

Bride’s Dress: @jessicacouture.akl 

Hair & Makeup: @penton.andco

Tan: @Bronzed_akl 

Nails: @nailtime.nz 

Groom’s Suit: @rembrandt1946 

 

Also, recently featured in Together Journal.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!

 

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at lydiarachel.com or on Instagram @lydiarachelphotography

 

JOIN THE PODCAST COMMUNITY:

💜 Join our Facebook Community – Connect with other Kiwi couples, ask questions, and share recommendations.

💌 Sign up to The Love Letter – Get fortnightly wedding inspiration, podcast updates, and be the first to hear about upcoming live event announcements.

📸 Follow us on Instagram – @thekiwiweddingpodcast for photos from our podcast guests' weddings, episode highlights, planning advice, and inspiration from the community.

THE KIWI WEDDING PODCAST LIVE:
The Kiwi Wedding Podcast LIVE is coming to Auckland and Christchurch soon!&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Join me for an afternoon of wedding inspiration, honest conversations and advice from some incredible experts in the New Zealand wedding industry. There&rsquo;ll be a live panel discussion, beautiful vendors, goodie bags and plenty of opportunities to connect with other people planning their weddings.
&nbsp;
AUCKLAND | Sunday 13 September
NOW SOLD OUT! Join the waitlist for Glasshouse Morningside with an incredible lineup of wedding experts.
 CHRISTCHURCH | Sunday 27 September
Tickets are selling fast for our first-ever Christchurch event at The Welder!
&nbsp;
Tickets and all the event details are linked below. We'd love to see you there!
&nbsp;
EVENT TICKETS:
🎟️ <a href="https://events.humanitix.com/the-kiwi-wedding-podcast-auckland-in-person-event-at-glasshouse-morningside">Auckland</a>
🎟️ <a href="https://events.humanitix.com/the-kiwi-wedding-podcast-christchurch-in-person-event-at-the-welder">Christchurch</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Hannah Hart is back on The Kiwi Wedding Podcast, but this time she&rsquo;s joining me not only as a vendor but a bride!
&nbsp;
You might know Hannah as the founder of Dear Brides, New Zealand&rsquo;s first wedding content creation company, as well as Dear Community, Dear Future and Seven Content Studio.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Hannah and I actually go way back to our days living in London and working as nannies, so it was very special to catch up with her and hear all about her recent wedding.
&nbsp;
Hannah and her husband kept their relationship completely private online, and their intimate wedding was the ultimate hard launch. A beautiful, intimate celebration at The Hotel Britomart, and a day that was incredibly intentional and personal to them.
&nbsp;
We chat about:
💜 Why Hannah kept her entire relationship offline and chose her elopement as the ultimate hard launch
💜 The surprise proposal, complete with a &ldquo;creepy guy&rdquo; in a raincoat who was actually her brother-in-law filming it
💜 Creating a wedding for just 20 guests that still felt completely personal and incredibly considered
💜 Her fashion-forward burgundy wedding aesthetic, including a paint-swatch seating plan and camcorder footage of their dating story
💜 Why Hannah is such a strong advocate for first looks and how they can completely change the flow of your wedding day
💜 The elaborate wedding run sheet she created, and why she thinks couples should work on their timeline with their photographer
💜 Where she spent her money, where she saved, and why she thinks you shouldn&rsquo;t compromise on the vendors you really want
💜 Why a weekday or winter wedding could be one of the smartest decisions you make when planning on a budget
💜 Hannah&rsquo;s surprisingly important advice for changing your name after getting married, including the one piece of paperwork she wishes she&rsquo;d ordered straight away
💜 An update on Dear Brides, from international weddings to building a carefully trained team of content creators and growing the business beyond New Zealand
&nbsp;
&hellip;and so much more!
&nbsp;
Follow Hannah: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hannahkoumakis/#">@hannahkoumakis</a>
&nbsp;
Wedding Vendors: Venue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehotelbritomart/">@thehotelbritomart</a>
Content Creation:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dearbridesnz/">@dearbridesnz</a>
Photographer:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/hopepattersonweddings/">@hopepattersonweddings</a>&nbsp;
Stylist: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tablelook/">@tablelook</a>&nbsp;
Florals: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alittlebit.floral/">@alittlebit.floral</a>&nbsp;
Celebrant: Ben Matthewson&nbsp;
Drapery: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lalumiere_nz/">@lalumiere_nz</a>&nbsp;
Food Stylist: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamesa.host/">@lamesa.host</a>&nbsp;
Cake: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ignatura.nz/">@ignatura.nz</a>&nbsp;
Rings: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fifthavenuediamondexperts/">@fifthavenuediamondexperts</a>&nbsp;
Bride&rsquo;s Dress: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessicacouture.akl/">@jessicacouture.akl</a>&nbsp;
Hair &amp; Makeup: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/penton.andcoTANNING/">@penton.andco</a>
Tan: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Bronzed_akl/">@Bronzed_akl</a>&nbsp;
Nails: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nailtime.nz/">@nailtime.nz</a>&nbsp;
Groom&rsquo;s Suit: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rembrandt1946/">@rembrandt1946</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Also, recently featured in <a href="https://togetherjournal.com/hannah-jason-by-hope-patterson-photography/">Together Journal</a>.
&nbsp;
If you enjoyed this episode, I would absolutely love it if you could take a moment to rate and review The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. It means so much and helps other couples find the podcast too!
&nbsp;
If you're looking for a wedding photographer, you can find me at <a href="http://www.lydiarachel.com/">lydiarachel.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphotography</a>
&nbsp;
JOIN THE PODCAST COMMUNITY:
💜 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekiwiweddingpodcast">Join our Facebook Community</a> &ndash; Connect with other Kiwi couples, ask questions, and share recommendations.
💌 <a href="https://lydiarachel.myflodesk.com/loveletter">Sign up to The Love Letter</a> &ndash; Get fortnightly wedding inspiration, podcast updates, and be the first to hear about upcoming live event announcements.
📸 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thekiwiweddingpodcast/">Follow us on Instagram</a> &ndash; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thekiwiweddingpodcast/">@thekiwiweddingpodcast</a> for photos from our podcast guests' weddings, episode highlights, planning advice, and inspiration from the community.

161. The Hotel Britomart Wedding with Bride Hannah Hart, Founder of Dear Brides

A podcast for New Zealand brides and grooms to hear first-hand wedding stories, tips from vendors, and wedding planning advice. Created by Auckland Wedding Photographer Lydia Rachel @lydiarachelphoto

A podcast for New Zealand brides and grooms to hear first-hand wedding stories, tips from vendors, and wedding planning advice. Created by Auckland Wedding Photographer Lydia Rachel <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lydiarachelphoto/">@lydiarachelphoto</a>

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