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Waiheke Island’s boutique family business Gill Stotter Catering, is undoubtedly the go-to choice when it comes to selecting your all important catering vendor if you’re lucky enough to get married on the Island. With a history of close family ties to Waiheke (including many memories of good food and wine!), it was inevitable that Emma Stotter of Gill Stotter […]

  New York Bridal Fashion Week wrapped up last week, having showcased the most elegant bridal wear from renowned international designers for Fall 2018. It’s no secret that we have a particular soft spot for Parisian designer Rime Arodaky’s gowns which never fail to impress with their complete and utter wearability, ever grounded in romance meets rock-chick cool. […]

Online Marketing Manager Role  Mildred&Co is New Zealand’s one-stop-shop online wedding gift registry and gift store, located in central Auckland. As we approach the busy wedding season, we are looking for an energetic Online Marketing Manager to join our small dynamic team at Mildred&Co. You will need to be creative, have incredible attention to detail, […]

If you’re after a honeymoon of pure romantic indulgence, Huka Lodge’s two night Romance Package is quite possibly the ultimate option. Offering unsurpassed luxury in an unforgettable setting, there really is no better way to spend your first few nights together as a married couple! Nestled on the banks of the mighty Waikato River, upstream […]

Moonlight Magic, the all-sparkling new collection by New Zealand’s own Rue De Seine is an ode to the rule-breaking, cult heroes of the 70’s and the iconic music scene which surrounded them. With each piece telling a unique story, this collection is perfect for the non-conventional bride looking for a gown with attitude and a […]

There’s nothing like a Spring makeover to inject a little love into your interiors and give your space a fresh look. Here are three holiday destinations to draw some inspiration from… 1. Palm Springs Be inspired by America’s Palm Springs and its fabulous mid-century aesthetic by embracing vibrant colours and cheerful patterns. Liven up your […]

With a background in commercial styling and prop making in the photography and film industry, a move into wedding styling was an obvious transition for Holly Buckley (nee Otene), and she considers working alongside couples to help create and style their wedding day as a real privilege. Holly’s Auckland based business H.Otene is a high […]

When it came to choosing their own wedding location, like many Kiwi couples, Sara and Jean wanted it to be in a place that was special to them. Getting married under the stars was their ultimate dream, so a clear marquee became the obvious choice considering New Zealand’s unpredictable weather. As they started to look […]

After meeting through mutual friends back in high school, it wasn’t until Céline and Dean bumped into each other again when they were 19 that things turned up a notch – and they have been inseparable ever since! Having spent every Summer there since getting together, the pair’s wedding venue was an obvious choice from […]

Searching for all important bridesmaid dresses just got easier, thanks to new Auckland based luxe bohemian resort wear and bridesmaid label, Leave Her Wilder. Leave Her Wilder was established after the label’s two designers had spent many years in the wedding industry meeting beautiful brides, working in stunning studios and being surrounded by beautiful textiles and […]

Be inspired by America’s Palm Springs and its fabulous mid-century aesthetic by embracing vibrant colours and cheerful patterns. Don’t let the cold weather weather get the better of your decor this winter and instead liven it up with sunny items – be it a rattan sun mirror, cactus print or some funky coloured retro appliances […]

As far as wedding venues go, The Hunting Lodge Vineyard seems to tick many a box. The idyllic 80 acre site is situated a quick 35 minute drive from the Auckland CBD in Kumeu, West Auckland and it’s charming new custom built event barn can accommodate up to 250 people. There are options a-plenty, as […]