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After 10 years together and living in both the UK and America, Grace Barclay & Andy Havill's Bay of Plenty nuptials signaled a new beginning home in NZ.

With many summers and long weekends spent at family beach houses in the Bay of Plenty region, the picturesque Ataahua, Tauranga was an easy choice and one that came with feelings of home, family and warm memories.

With the lush native bush surrounding the venue as a starting point, Grace and Andy wanted their wedding to work in harmony with their natural location. Their wedding took on a rustic, woodland elegance theme using a colour pallet of white, green and a touch of apricot. Suspended floral chandeliers draped down from the roof of the marquee, tree slices were used as shared platters, petal confetti was thrown into the sky, floral garlands framed the rustic fireplace and a custom made wooden sign welcomed guests.

The bride wore a custom made Mira Zwillinger gown - strapless with a figure hugging bodice of hand stitched lace flowers and petals which cascaded down the train of the dress as well.

For this relaxed and happy couple, the highlight of the day was when the formalities of the ceremony were over and they could grab a champagne and join their guests in celebrating. Their band ‘The Dozen’ was another highlight and had guests dancing all night long (some into the dawn!).

Wedding credits:
Photography: Greta Kenyon
The rings: J & L Garret Handcrafted Jewellery
Hair & makeup: Ana Ah Kuoi Makeup and Lucy Matene Hair Styling
Stationery: Caitlin Clair Designs & Co.
Florist: On My Hand Props Styling and Flora
Celebrant: Deacon Don Beckett
Wedding Stylist/Planner: Myself and On My Hand Props Styling and Flora
The Venue: Ataahua Garden Venue
Gift Registry: Mildred&Co

Testimonial:
“Thank you so much Milly and team! We couldn't be happier with the service and pressies we received. What a beautiful gift registry you have - best in NZ! We loved the whole process, from building our profile and registry, visiting the showroom, seeing what things were being purchased and then unwrapping our gifts. Everything was seamless and fun. Thanks again for all your help. Our house is looking great! I would highly recommend Mildred&Co. Not just for the huge range of beautiful gifts but also for the service you will receive.”