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After meeting through a mutual friend in Sydney, Genevieve and Philip hit it off immediately, now 7 years later they are enjoying life as newlyweds. Originally the thought was to be married in her native Australia. However, after Genevieve made the move to New Zealand, the couple have always shared a love for Waiheke Island […]

The rustic charm of tucked away Auckland treasure, Abbeville Estate, was the spot chosen by Sam and Kirsty to say ‘I do’. It was the perfect choice for this hands-on DIY couple and set the scene for the personal, relaxed and warm style Sam and Kirsty worked to achieve. Lovingly created details such as home […]

If you’re after a bit of glam for your big day, opting for a chic city wedding may be just the ticket. An industrial or city backdrop can add beautiful texture to photographs and make for an elegant, luxe quality. Think an inner city restaurant, or an industrial warehouse that you can truly make your own with mood lighting, flowers and props. Remember, the best weddings don’t […]

It’s no secret that Rue De Seine has made its mark as the go-to boutique for the more footloose and fancy-free bride. And their brand new collection of 21 glorious designs has us all sorts of excited. The collection, titled ‘Love Spell’ is a “celebration of free thinking, bold and unconventional brides” says owner and […]

For the last few years I have been pinning and regramming wedding dresses like a woman possessed. Even before I was engaged I was doing this, which sounds very much like something Bridget Jones would have done, but as the owner of Mildred&Co I have at least had a valid excuse to do so. The […]

So I am getting married in March this year and my fiance and I have only just started planning the wedding. Yes, that’s right…we only have two months to somehow pull off an entire wedding. That’s 58 days to be exact. This ridiculously short time frame is ironic, firstly because we have been engaged for […]

Inseparable since university, Hannah and Troy wanted a weekend getaway destination wedding and with many a fond memory of summers together in the picturesque Coromandel Peninsula, they settled on a rustic and romantic vacant section in Pauanui. Pitching a giant stretch tent across the barely touched section was the starting point for the relaxed wedding […]

With their signature feminine style combined with classic cuts and beautiful fabrics, RUBY and Liam’s new 2016 Celebrations Collection is just what brides and bridesmaids-to-be have been looking for. Sharing in the special occasions of customers, friends and family was the catalyst for Liam designer Emily Miller-Sharma to launch Celebrations. From delicate long sleeved lace […]

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 […]

With friends and family spread across Australia and Papua New Guinea, Bali was the perfect middle ground for Courtenay Salter and Ashlon Chue to exchange vows in their dream destination. An engagement that came from a lifelong friendship, this tropical fairytale wedding left nothing to be desired for both the glowing couple and their well traveled […]

TREND 1. BARELY THERE TREND 2. MINI BRAIDS   TREND 3. ROSY CHEEKS   TREND 4. MESSY TEXTURE   TREND 5. BOLD LIPS   Trying to decide on a beauty look for your big day? From messy hair to bright lips, we have picked out five of our favourite current hair and make-up trends perfect […]

From the wide open space of a rustic farm to an intimate little spot under the vines, the options are both spectacular and endless when planning an outdoor wedding. Weather you settle on a view of the mountains, water or hills – the key to a beautiful outdoor wedding is seamlessly complimenting your surroundings. Think […]