The lovely Shania joins us on the podcast today. We chat through her love story and Darjon Vineyard Christchurch wedding.

A few things we cover:

• How volunteering might just be the new way to date.
• Finding the perfect winery wedding venue.
• The journey to finding her dream dress, from trying on over 30 dresses to hunting down the dream dress from her original moodboard.
• Navigating the guest list and why they chose to split it evenly inviting the same amount of people each.
• All the DIY elements of their day and what they chose to do themselves.
• Some savvy budgeting advice and things you may not have thought of.

• How to delegate to ensure you are present and enjoying your day.
• Being really intentional with making your wedding YOU and not seeking validation from trying to impress others.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all S & C's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠ + give us a follow.

Vendors:

Photographer: ⁠@zayd_images⁠

Dress: ⁠@kaiaellebridal⁠

Venue: ⁠@darjonvineyard⁠

Arch Florals: ⁠@lorelle.botanicals⁠

Food: ⁠@countryfeasts⁠

Hair: ⁠@caitlin_does_hair⁠

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The lovely Gemma joins us on the podcast today. She was recently married at the stunning Waiheke winery Man O' War. We hear all about her experience. 

A few things we cover:

• One night out and crossing paths before an overseas trip.
• Planning a Waiheke Island wedding from Melbourne.
• A beautiful mountaintop proposal.
• Choosing a dress by a New Zealand designer and the importance of traceability and sustainability when it comes to weddings.
• Being upfront and honest with her bridal party and understanding if they did not have the capacity for that role in their lives at that time.
• Navigating the guest list and some guiding principles they used.
• Special moments and surprises throughout their day.
• A few things she would change and one vendor she wishes she'd hired.
• How easy it is to get caught up in the details and worry too much about if everyone else is having a good time.
• A bit of a stressful pivot for their day-after celebrations.
• A blissful honeymoon.
• Setting boundaries throughout the wedding planning process.
• Where to find some amazing inspiration.
• Intentionally building in moments to be present into your timeline.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all G & A's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠ + give us a follow.

Vendors:

Photographer: ⁠@beksmithimages⁠

Venue: ⁠@manowarwine⁠

Dress: ⁠@karenwalkeratelier⁠

Flowers: ⁠@wildly.madly.deeply⁠

Hair & Makeup: ⁠@thepeach_club⁠

Stationery/Signage/Tambourines: ⁠@heyloladesign⁠

Celebrant: ⁠@sayyeswithness⁠

Music: ⁠@twomanychiefsband⁠

Rings: ⁠@culetjewellery⁠

Suit: ⁠@hugo_official⁠

Shoes, Bag & Bow: ⁠@prada⁠

Bridesmaids: ⁠@_aje_⁠

Candles: ⁠@flortdesigns⁠

Earrings: ⁠@meadowlarkjewellery⁠

Hire: ⁠@mywaiheke⁠

Also recently ⁠featured⁠ on The Future Wife blog.

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The beautiful, talented Tasha Meys joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and wedding vendor herself being a photographer. This is one is full of incredible advice and perspective, it is one you will get a lot out of! 

A few things we cover:

• Her background in photography, resisting doing weddings for a while and eventually falling in love with them as soon as she photographed one.
• How she met her husband, crossing paths in their careers and then eventually socially.
• Their off-the-grid proposal and how they soaked up their just-engaged bubble.
• Finding the perfect venue that reflects them as a couple.
• Being intentional with planning to enjoy every part and make tasks an experience and memory with others.
• Choosing her bridal party and considering how much involvement they had in the leadup, not putting expectations or pressure on people.
• Their pre-wedding events and how that gave them so much more quality time with their guests.
• How the energy of everyone around you really sets your day and how to intentionally set the tone.
• Having a moment alone on her wedding day and how grounding that was.
• The importance of an on-the-day coordinator.
• Choosing quality over excess.
• Post-wedding blues and the actual chemicals in your brain that have a part to play in it.
• How communication is so important for vendors and how you can tell someone's vibe even through their emails.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all T & R's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠ + give us a follow.

Follow Tash:

@tashameys

@tastefullytash

@tastefully_studios

Vendors:

⁠@coromandelweddings⁠

⁠@orua_beachhouse⁠

⁠@cassandraladru⁠

⁠@leroexmedia⁠

⁠@asterandbloom⁠

⁠@_sugarfish_⁠

⁠@paperdarlingnz⁠

⁠@trishpeng⁠

⁠@samhartsam⁠

⁠@boutiquebride⁠

⁠@sayi_do⁠

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The lovely, talented Ciara Verhees joins us on the podcast today. Married a few years ago, and a wedding vendor herself as owner of The White Wedding Club. This is one of those big, juicy ones you will get a lot out of! 

A few things we cover:

💜 Her backstory, working all over the world as a professional Irish dancer, and super-yacht stewardess. Meeting her man along the way.

💜 A movie-moment New York City proposal!

💜 Shopping all over the world for her wedding dress before landing on a much-loved Kiwi brand.

💜 Planning her wedding from overseas (a lot of the time literally at-sea on a yacht).

💜 Re-planning their wedding day multiple times mid-pandemic and how it turned out.

💜 Being early-days pregnant on her wedding day.

💜 How even though it was challenging, she thrived during the planning process and it sparked a business idea.

💜 Her business journey, starting Curated by Ciara then eventually taking over the reins of The White Wedding Club.

💜 What the difference is between a wedding planner, wedding stylist and on-the-day coordinator, and what might be the right fit for you.

💜 How the process works with The White Wedding Club leading up to and on your day.

💜 Current and upcoming trends we'll be seeing more of in the upcoming 24/25 season.

💜 What you should expect to invest in wedding planning services.

💜 How you can still have an amazing day on any budget.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all C & D's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow.

Follow The White Wedding Club: ⁠@thewhiteweddingclub⁠⁠

Vendors:

Photographer: ⁠@haleyadelephotography⁠

Venue: ⁠@theblodgeraglan⁠

Bridal Gown: ⁠@ruedeseinebridal⁠

Headpiece: ⁠@verbenamadrid⁠

Grooms Suit: ⁠@thebespokecorner⁠

Flowers: Ciara ⁠@thewhiteweddingclub⁠

Videography: ⁠@ayshandhamish⁠

Marquee: ⁠@stretch_tents⁠

Glassware/Crockery: ⁠@royallaboratorie⁠

On the day Coordination: ⁠@soulboundnz⁠

Celebrant: Kate Faber Smith

Bridesmaids Dresses: ⁠@blakbridesmaids⁠ 

Furniture Hire: ⁠@lucyseventhire⁠

Invites/RSVP Platform: ⁠@appycouple⁠

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The lovely Catherine joins us on the podcast today. Recently married at Red Barn in the Waikato, she shares her story. 

A few things we cover:

💜 How they met and going from colleagues to love.

💜 A beautiful surprise proposal on their adventures in Europe.

💜 The journey to find her dress, going to a few different stores and feeling a bit defeated until she found the one.

💜 Navigating the guest list when you come from a large family.

💜 The emotion and gravity of her Dad walking her down the aisle and giving her away.

💜 Choosing what to prioritise their budget on + savings hacks.

💜 Pulling off a beautiful day while actually sticking to the budget.

💜 The added layer of closeness she feels being married.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all C & S' vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow.

Vendors:

Photographer: ⁠@kasiakolmas⁠

Content Creator: ⁠@nosyparker__⁠

Venue: ⁠@redbarnnz⁠

Florals: ⁠@asterandbloom⁠

Makeup: ⁠@laurajanemakeup⁠

Celebrant: ⁠Poppy Wortman⁠

Dress: ⁠@almajbridal⁠

Suit: ⁠@tarocash⁠

Cake: Made by Bride ⁠@indulge_by_catherine⁠

Tan: ⁠@tan.republic⁠

Hair: Lydia Suisted (Family Friend)

Bridesmaid Dresses: ⁠@billy_j_bridal⁠

Get tickets to The Bridal Lunch 2024 here.

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The lovely Kim Crossman joins us on the podcast today. She recently married the love of her life in a beautiful pocket of Otago glory, we chat through their love story and the whole wedding planning process.

A few things we cover:

• Marrying the undies-togs-undies-togs ad guy. IYKYK.
• How they met and their instant connection.
• A beautiful proposal on one of their adventures.
• Planning an intentionally Kiwi wedding and supporting Kiwi businesses.
• Having a morning ceremony and why she recommends it (hello afternoon nap!).
• How they included their family and friends in meaningful ways and invited them to contribute to the nostalgia and storytelling of their day.
• A picnic reception!
• Not following tradition but planning a day that represented them.
• Their adventurous Fijian honeymoon.
• Tips to prepare in advance to alleviate any anxiety and protect your mental health.
• Celebrating every little milestone.
• The feeling of being a wife!

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all K & T's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow.

Vendors:

Bride: @kimcrossman

Groom: @the_tomwalsh

Venue: @kinlochwildernessretreat.nz

Dress Designer: @bw36.174

Makeup Artist: @kathgould_makeup

Makeup Artists bridesmaid, mother of the bride + Mother of Groom + teens: @sparkledaisyheartdaisy 

Hair Stylist: @kathgould_makeup 

Stationary: @paperloveboutique 

Bridesmaid Dress: @bw36.174

Suit Designer: @zambesisince79

Florist: @white_tree_floral_design

Celebrant: @rochelle.was.here

Celebrant outfit: @bw36.174

Mother of the Bride outfit: @bw36.174

Live Music: @la.social

Cake Maker: @albertineskitchen

Shoes (bride, celebrant, bridesmaid): @chaosandharmonyshoes

Neon Sign: @neondesign.nz

Makeup bags: @by.hoshi

Bridal merch: @idodiary

Wedding Rings: @thediamondshop

Photographer: @jonnyscottphoto

Helicopter: @heliglenorchy

Social Media : @nosyparker__

Videographer: @ayshandhamish

Hair colour and extensions: @jennyvioletstyled

Nails: @sophieyork.nails

Honey: @beesuptop

Bubbles: @quartzreefwines

Limoncello: @no8distillery

Ice Cream: @patagoniachocolates

Salmon : @akaroasalmonnz

Bread: @europeanbakeryltd

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Today, a conversation with wedding photographer Harshpreet Kaur from The HP Collective about her wedding, her business and exciting plans ahead.

A few things we cover:

• What her wedding week looked like with multiple events and celebrations.
• Doing her wedding shopping in India.
• Her vision and themes for each event.
• Harshpreet's background, from engineer to photographer.
• How she started with product photography and ended up doing weddings.
• Specialising in South Asian weddings and how she supports these couples on their journeys.
• The need for camaraderie when you're in your wedding-planning era.
• What sparked the idea for The Bridal Lunch.
• All about The Bridal Lunch event and what to expect.

...and so much more!

Follow Harshpreet:

@thehpcollective

Get tickets to The Bridal Lunch here.

Harshpreet's Vivaah (blog).

Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow.

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Chatting to the lovely Rosa on the podcast today. She recently married at Lake Hawea Station, the most stunning backdrop of iconic NZ scenery. We chat through the whole process and more.

A few things we cover:

• Their beautiful on-the-farm proposal.
• Choosing less but higher quality.
• The difficult task of narrowing down the guest list.
• Rosa's easy and enjoyable dress experience with Hayes Bridal.
• Having an on-the-day coordinator and why it's so necessary!
• Factoring in more time with guests on the day.
• Remembering to be present.
• Deciding to have a walk-and-fork instead of a sit-down dinner and why they loved it.
• Keeping things timeless, classic and beautiful.
• What you should get started on early in your wedding planning process.
• Their quick and beautiful honeymoon + married life now.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all R & R's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow.

Follow Rosa:

@rosajulietflanagan

@tworawsisters

Vendors:

Photographer: @susannahblatchford 

Dress: @hayesbridal 

Furniture: @flockevents

Tent: @flagship_events

MUA: @kerripaaaterson 

Hair: @beautifulbridalhair 

Flowers: @littlebotanica__ 

Location: @lakehaweastationliving

OTD Co-ordination: @___bygigi

Food: @morsel_honestfoodco

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The lovely Felicia joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and has recently started a wedding content creation business Something New Socials in the Manawatu. This is a juicy one! 

A few things we cover:

• Felicia's love story and how she found her husband at a business networking event.
• Navigating family dynamics with the guest list.
• Sticking to a budget, getting family and friends involved in your day and doing DIY.
• How easy it is to get caught up in social media trends right up to your wedding.
• Navigating your relationship and wedding-mind during the planning process.
• Why she wanted to start Something New Socials
• Why content creation is becoming so popular.
• What to look out for when searching for a content creator and why they're not all created equal.
• The importance of working well together as a vendor team + booking people who slot in well and match the energy of the day.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all F & D's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow.

Follow Felicia:

@somethingnewsocialsnz

@feliciaaull

Vendors:

Photographer: @daphotographynz

Venue: @tepunaevents

Associate Content Creator: @gk.all.day

Celebrant: @idoceremoniesnz

Dress: @etcbridal

Veil: @veilsandmorenz

Flowers: @bloomingbeautifulflowerfarm

Makeup: Bride

Bridesmaids Makeup: @bentleyandco__

Hair: @hairbyjamie__

Cake: @vanillapoddesignercakes

Bridesmaids: @billy_j_bridal @hellomolly

Decor/Signage & Artificial Florals: @aull_backdrops

Catering: @victoria_renee96

Groomsmen Suits: @connor_clothing

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The wonderful Stacey joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, who planned the most magical festival-style wedding in 4ish months. I loved this chat and I know you will too!

A few things we cover:

• Their love story, all about the right timing...
• A beautiful beach proposal (shell-ring included).
• How Stacey's Mum made her dress and the ups and downs of that journey.
• Being intentional with cultivating community and presence within their celebrations.
• Growing their own wedding flowers.
• Deciding on 7 on each side of the bridal party.
• Saunas, pizza night, cacao ceremonies, church service, yoga classes and more...
• Arriving at the wedding on a trailer.
• Creating a really sacred space during the ceremony.
• An epic night of partying.
• Amazing advice on breaking tradition and doing exactly what you want for your big day.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all S & D's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow.

Vendors:

@maeveomalleyphotography 

@nobiggie.food

@sunnydesignstudio_

@_sams_studio

@beachblondes_annieogle

@pritafermah

@lissysteens_hairandmakeup

@annarosemaney

@lucyseventhire

@thesaunaproject_

@theknot

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