Tabla de contenidos para #101 Summer/Autumn 2021 en Bride & Groom

THIS ISSUE’S COVER: Gown: The Bridal House by Corina Snow www.thebridalhouse.co.nz See more of this gown on page 114 Jewellery: Wild Jewels www.wildjewels.com Suit: Dorset Suits www.dorsetsuits.co.nz Flowers: Joie de Vivre www.joiedevivre.nz Venue: Bracu www.bracu.co.nz Photographer: Emma Keirle, Emmaline Photography www.emmalinephotography.com Makeup & Hair: Face Me Makeup www.facememakeup.com Models: Amber and Farrell from Red 11 See behind the fashion scenes www.brideandgroom.co.nz Dear Readers, Goodbye 2020, hello 2021! After last year’s uncertainty and upheaval, we’re looking forward to a more settled year ahead, with lots of engagements and weddings taking place. We’re lucky here in New Zealand to have so many options for the way we celebrate marriage, from intimate elopements to a weekend-long festivity. Whatever way you choose Bride & Groom magazine has you covered with the latest ideas, helpful…

new zealan d's biggest wedding event! It’s all happening on Sunday 16 May 2021 as we celebrate our 25th Bride & Groom Wedding Show – New Zealand’s biggest and most exciting wedding event in over a year! It will be packed with glitz, glamour and inspiration for all styles and budgets, and a must-attend event for couples planning the wedding and honeymoon of their dreams. The venue and its beautiful gardens will be buzzing with the best the wedding industry has to offer – you’ll be able to meet designers and industry specialists, hear live music, taste cakes, smell bouquets, view table settings, marquees and cars, all in one place, on one day. With lots of special offers, giveaways and competitions, including our awesome door prize – a luxury honeymoon…

Jamie & Meade's Advi ce • Enjoy planning your wedding! It’s easy to get overwhelmed and turn it into a military operation, but it’s such a special time to bond with your fiancé and bring out your individuality. • Money will always be a big thing in planning a wedding so keep a budget to track what you’ve spent and what you have left to pay for. • Be clear upfront on the key things that are really important to you as a couple on your wedding day. You’ll then know where to prioritise your time and money. • Don’t be afraid to ask for help! Family and friends are often more than willing to help, and it’s a great chance to share your planning journey with others and have…

A WEDDING CAKE is MORE THAN JUST DESSERT – it’s also part of your reception décor and a REFLECTION OF YOUR PERSONAL TASTES. Here are our top tips for choosing your sweet delights… Choose your cake design after you have finalised key wedding-style decisions such as your reception décor, wedding theme, gown, floral decoration, and overall tone of your celebration. At your first meeting with your cake baker, take along any fabric/colour swatches you have, images of your reception venue or details of your theme, and a few pictures of cakes you love, so your baker can get a feel of your wedding aesthetic. Discuss quantities and tiers with your baker to find a suitable size and style for the number of guests attending your wedding. The cost of a…

Wedding gown shopping has to be one of the most highly anticipated parts of wedding planning, but many brides can feel overwhelmed at the thought of where to start. Here’s our guide to finding the perfect gown. 1. SET A BUDGET Before trying on your first dress, sit down with your partner and set a budget. By finalising your finances upfront, you can let the staff at bridal boutiques know how much you have to spend, which means they will show you dresses within that price range. Most wedding gowns start at around $2,000, with custom-designed gowns costing more. If you're on a tight budget, look out for sales and visit a bridal outlet store. 2. IDENTIFY YOUR STYLE Once you’ve sorted your budget, the real fun begins. Look for…

styling skills Lee-Ann is an experienced and qualified hair and makeup artist with over 20 years experience, specialising in weddings. Her style is fresh, modern and creative, and she uses only high-end products to create a look that suits you. Available nationwide. Lee-Ann Smith Phone 0274 089 822 leeann@leeannsmith.co.nz www.leeannsmith.co.nz beauty milestone Luxurious beauty brand Savar has celebrated 10 years of making New Zealand-made premium natural beauty products, using plant extracts and oils known for their powerful antioxidant and anti-ageing properties. www.savaronline.com look amazing Want to lose extra kilos? FastFx is a meal replacement designed by Kiwi gastroenterologists for safe, dramatic weight loss. Look amazing on your big day! Use code ‘wedding’ for a 15% discount. www.fastfx.co.nz experts for beautiful eyes UP® Lashes & Brows are international award-winning beauty specialists…

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After a six-year engagement, Chelsea and Te Whare were finally able to celebrate the wedding of their dreams. The modern and elegant occasion was full of the most stunning details that created a memorable and happy day for the couple and their guests. Chelsea tells us more… Right from the beginning I had a vision of how I wanted our wedding – very glamorous, elegant and traditional. Special details such as a personalised wax seal, custom calligraphy, beautiful Columbian roses everywhere, two gorgeous gowns and an amazing four-tier cake really helped bring my vision to life! Whare was there every step of the planning journey – coming along to meetings with vendors, easing my stress and encouraging me to follow my dreams. On the morning of the wedding Whare was…

The unique wedding of Mahina and Kristos was full of elegant style, heartfelt emotion and personal touches that made it a truly beautiful celebration. Mahina shares details from their special day… Our wedding was held on a spectacular Wellington day with lots of sun and no wind. Our ceremony was at my whanau marae in Waiwhetu. This marae was built by my grandfather and he is buried in the front of the marae. All of my sisters have been married here, so the location held such special importance to us. We exchanged vows in the centre of the marae with my five siblings and my son on one side, and Kristos’ seven siblings and mother on the other. Everyone remained standing during the ceremony. After the ceremony we had a…

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Kendall & Matthew's Advi ce • Don’t sweat the small stuff, just focus on the bigger picture. If people are smiling, eating, drinking, and dancing… then that’s all that really matters. • Your day will go by as a blur, so be sure to take a moment to stop and reflect, and just soak in the happiness around you. • People will be late, speeches might not be heard by everyone, wine will be spilt, but as long as it’s all met with a smile then the day will be remembered well. This attitude also helps reduce stress leading up to the day of the wedding.…

Crystal & Jeffrey's Advice • If possible, take time to plan your wedding, and do it in stages. This will make the whole process stress-free and enjoyable, and you’ll be able to map out a day that reflects both of you. • Book yourself a weekend away with your other half in the three months before your wedding. In the last few weeks of preparation you will be caught up in the little details that you can forget the purpose of a wedding, and that is the commitment to spend a lifetime together!…

dream gowns Showcasing gowns from around the world along with their own Jessica Couture, Miss Chloe and Atelier Wu designs, Jessica Bridal will guide you through the shopping journey, from finding your unique gown to changing details and fitting to your silhouette, creating the look you’ve always dreamed of. Jessica Bridal Couture 255 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland Phone 09 522 9168 or 0800 537 742 @jessicabridalofficial www.jessicabridal.co.nz finest diamonds Partridge Jewellers are proud to be the exclusive stockists of Forevermark Diamonds. Less than 1% of the world’s diamonds meet the strict criteria to be a Forevermark diamond. Diamonds that are beautiful, rare and responsibly sourced also come with an authenticity inscription invisible to the naked eye. www.partridgejewellers.com gowns that wow RSVP Bridal Couture is celebrating 21 years of dressing brides-to-be. They…

legacy of love The Ironclad Pan, the only New Zealand-made cast iron skillet, is a unique, beautiful wedding gift that will be cherished for generations to come. www.ironcladpan.com neon art Bring your space to life with a custom sign from Radikal Neon! A great décor idea or special gift, a LED neon sign is a great way to remember your wedding day in a unique way. Radikal Neon, 1 Curran Street, Herne Bay, Auckland Phone 09 214 1309 hello@radikalneon.com @radikalneon www.radikalneonsigns.com make it sparkly Available in a range of colours and designs to suit any kitchen style, SodaStream soda makers are the easy and cost-effective way to make fresh, sparkling water at home! www.sodastream.co.nz dream gifts Dreaming of a unique honeymoon? Wish you could ask for cash instead of gifts…

Pacific Resort Hotel Group Cook Islands The tropical paradise of the Cook Islands is home to true romance. If you’re searching for the perfect spot to say ’I do’ island style, the wedding of your dreams will become a reality at Pacific Resort Rarotonga, with its stunning wedding locations, personalised services and dedicated team. If you are travelling to the Cook Islands for your honeymoon or next romantic escape, Pacific Resort Hotel Group celebrates all styles of love. Pacific Resort Hotel Group, Cook Islands Phone +682 28 140 or 0800 774 469 Email reservations@pacificresort.com www.pacificresort.com The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Cook Islands Dreaming of a great value all-inclusive destination wedding? Expecting 30 or more guests to your big day? Create a wonderful week-long celebration with those you love, filled…

Samantha and Alastair’s stunning wedding was a modern classic celebration filled with family, friends, amazing food… and race cars! Samantha tells us about the day… Our wedding theme was ‘elegant, modern and timeless’, and portrayed our love in a fun, tasteful way. Our colour pallet was blush pink, navy blue, white, gold and green. We knew we wanted to get married somewhere near water that also provided an inside option, so a vineyard on Waiheke Island with a modern-rustic feel was the perfect location. Kilo, our French Bulldog was our ring bearer, along with our nephews. But we also have a British Shorthair cat, Dexter-Danger, who couldn’t be a part of the wedding but we wanted to include him somehow. We got a personalised guest photo book created with a…

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Phoebe & Tom 's Advi ce • Plan plan plan! Everything for our day was organised well, and it meant on the day everyone had instructions and I could just relax. The more organised you can be in the lead up, the more you can maximise the fun time! • It’s your special day, so make it your own. You don’t want to look back on the day at something that’s not really you. Everyone’s got ideas, but don’t do something a certain way just because you think you have to. • Don’t wait – if you want to spend your lives together, just do it! We were both 25 and feel so lucky that we have the opportunity to spend so much of our lives together.…

Bonnie & Jin's Advice • Choose your wedding party carefully, as these are the people that will save you if something goes wrong! • Prioritise your photographer and videographer. These are arguably the most important professionals worth spending on. • Always check in with your partner. This might seem like a no-brainer, but this special day is about the two of you.…

Here are the key questions to ask a venue before booking Can we have both our ceremony and reception here? It’s a budget-friendly option to book one location for your wedding – you’ll save money on decorating two spaces, and transport for you and your bridal party. It’s also easier for your guests! Is there an in-house wedding coordinator? A wedding coordinator will know the ins and outs of weddings at your chosen venue, so can be a great help with planning and coordinating your day to make it run smoothly, taking the pressure off you! TO GET A REAL SENSE FOR YOUR DAY, VISIT YOUR VENUE ON A SIMILAR DAY AND TIME THAT YOUR WEDDING WILL BE HELD TO CHECK LIGHTING AND ACCESSIBILITY. Is the venue easily accessible? Consider…

My mum was a massive inspiration for this entire wedding. She never had a beautiful big wedding, so this was an opportunity for her to share in the excitement and live out all her wedding fantasies! As much as we wanted to execute all the beautiful trends we had seen in magazines and online, we had to be realistic as planning a wedding for about 450 guests in New Zealand is quite a challenge. Our traditional Mehendi night and Nikkah were both very humble events held at my mum’s house in Auckland. Those two events were the closest to our hearts as they were very intimate and it felt like we were celebrating our victory as a couple! Our official Mehendi night, held at Markovina, was inspired by a Moroccan…

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Vinka Design Level 1, 242 Queen Street, Auckland City 09 300 3047 info@vinkabrides.com www.vinkadesign.co.nz Astra Bridal Nina by Rish Bridal – sexy boho lace gown featuring a nude lining, plunging V-neckline and scalloped edges. North Shore, Auckland City, Hamilton and Wellington 0800 844 544 enquiries@astrabridal.co.nz www.astrabridal.co.nz www.brideandgroom.co.nz Brides of Merivale Christchurch. 03 337 0226 info@bridesofmerivale.co.nz www.bridesofmerivale.co.nz Astra Bridal Calandra by Rish Bridal – soft A-line gown with beautiful oversized floral lace, a plunging neckline, side cut-outs, and a low V-shaped back. North Shore, Auckland City, Hamilton and Wellington 0800 844 544 enquiries@astrabridal.co.nz www.astrabridal.co.nz Modes Bridal Clusters of white, starry dots swell and taper on this glittering, embroidered mermaid-style gown. Suite 9, 160 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland. 09 520 6070 www.modes.co.nz Vinka Design Valentina gown from the Heart of Havana collection –…

choose wisely Overseas travel may be off the menu for a while, but a local honeymoon is the perfect opportunity to explore the beauty our country has to offer! Consider what you love to do together and when you feel most relaxed or connected. Is it enjoying the buzz of a big city? Experiencing new adventures? Relaxing on the beach? Or living it up in the lap of luxury? Choose a destination that will allow you to make the most of this. For a little extra guidance, work with a travel agent who’ll have inside info on the hottest destinations and special deals. Looking to keep costs down? Take advantage of off-peak travel times, book early and use your airpoints dollars if possible! research rooms Whether you’re going for budget…

Becci and Adam incorporated small touches of their English heritage into their beautiful Queenstown wedding, creating the perfect celebration of their love story. Becci shares details from their special day … Our wedding was an amazing way to showcase what New Zealand has to offer and why it was our choice of country we now call home. We knew we wanted our wedding to be relaxed, fun and represent us as a couple, and wanted everyone involved, so we pulled in a lot of favours from friends and families to add to the personal touches for the day. Adam’s mum made our gorgeous wedding invites, and friends made fresh scones and jams for our guests to have as a snack after the ceremony – a little nod to our English…

Krista and Bryce knew they wanted a unique wedding that made everyone feel welcome and loved, but also a little quirky! From the wedding cake piñata to the piano bar, they threw a party like no other while giving their guests a day to remember! Krista tells us more… Our wedding was a big family affair, with my mum providing all the décor from her company, my sister custom making my wedding dress, my other sister being our videographer and my parents holding the wedding at their home. We started the day with the girls getting ready at the venue, enjoying platters and wine. I opened a little parcel from Bryce that held a hand sketched drawing of the both of us from our engagement and a necklace that held…