Bride & Groom

Hannah and Ryan wanted their wedding to reflect the things that are important to them – their home, each other, and their beloved pet! The couple worked tirelessly to personalise many aspects of their special day, and Hannah couldn’t be more pleased

Karl and Constance planned a beautiful wedding full of personal touches that made it truly unique. And, despite a small hiccup for Karl, their day went off without a hitch! Constance tells us more… ‘Creating our dream wedding together was a journey t

We’re delighted to share with you the wedding of Briar and Mike, our 2018 Wedding of the Year winners. The couple wanted a beautiful autumn wedding at home that reflected their personalities and love for one another. They certainly achieved this, and

Kim and Max were married in a gorgeous church ceremony before partying the night away at a nearby yacht club. The couple expressed so much gratitude for the special people that made up their wedding party, and spent their wedding day having the best

Leaso and Aaron planned a beautiful and intimate wedding, and their gorgeous son Landon was the perfect attendant with his radiant smile and smart suit! Leaso tells us about their day… ‘We have been together for 17 years so our wedding day had been a

Does your wedding date fall in 2019? Be sure to enter our Wedding of the Year competition, which will be launched in our Summer issue, on sale end of October. The amazing prize package will include a romantic overseas holiday for two, gorgeous homewa

Alecia and Manu’s relaxed wedding day perfectly showcased their love of each other and their gorgeous family. Their daughter Sienna was a natural on the day, and along with brother Cohen, bought a magical element to the celebration. Alecia shares the

Eco Celebration Company provides eco-friendly wedding favours, including personalised seed packet favours containing seeds, for your guests to grow beautiful wildflowers in memory of your special day. View options on their website or contact them to

Well known internationally for her artistic cake designs and ‘sharp as sh*t’ edges, Bernadette ‘Bets’ Gee is the creator of the successful Magnolia Kitchen brand, which comprises a café, wholesale distribution business, online shop and 183,000 Instag

Your wedding ceremony is the pinnacle of your entire celebration – it’s the reason your loved ones have gathered to celebrate! Aside from the readings, vows and music, there are plenty of ways to make your ceremony personal, creative and entertaining

1 Keep the theme or style of your wedding in mind when selecting accessories. For example, antique jewellery and embellishments work best with vintage-style weddings and an on-trend statement necklace would be a talking point at a modern celebration.

Choosing who will stand up next to you on your special day can be a little daunting, but don’t worry – we’ve answered the big questions to help you narrow down your list of VIPs… Q. How many people should I have in my wedding party? A. There’s no set

The place where we share all things beautiful, @nzbrideandgroom gives you inspo for those big-day details! We love seeing snaps of you enjoying the magazine, so share them with us using #nzbrideandgroom and tag the photo @nzbrideandgroom. You’ll be i

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ACCESSORIES Cufflinks, a pocket square, tie, belt, socks, braces, a hat or pocket watch… accessories really transform your look. They’ll set you apart from the other guys, make a style statement and introduce colour, pattern or texture to your outfit

Mariska Steyn is a wedding and lifestyle photographer with a passion for capturing special moments and turning them into memories that will last a lifetime. Her style is natural, vibrant and colourful. Phone 027 500 4820 www.mariskasteyn.com Facebook

A deep, rich colour palette creates a magical and soulful atmosphere for this gorgeous wedding style set amongst the towering Mamaku trees in a secluded valley near Tauranga… The table is set for a romantic evening for two in the forest, with inspira

Although the highlight for your nearest and dearest will no doubt be witnessing your ‘I dos’, treating your guests to some exceptional entertainment can take your nuptials to the next level. The beauty of modern weddings is that entertainment can tak

Jenna Zane, Muriwai, Auckland mobile: 027 319 3246 email: hello@jennazanephotography.co.nz website: www.jennazanephotography.co.nz Anne Paar Photography, Auckland, Waikato and nationwide mobile: 021 027 17194 email: info@annepaarphotography.com websi

When I was newly engaged, a rather frightening realisation struck me. I would soon be in the spotlight at my own wedding and the centre of attention – a place no shy person like me would normally like to be. The idea of walking down the aisle, making

Rose and Aleks met through rowing at Syracuse University in New York, became engaged and then moved to New Zealand, where Rose grew up. They shared a magical wedding day with friends and family from all over the world. Rose tells us about their speci

Not interested in the typical tourist hotspots for your honeymoon? Brett and Bianca of Kiwis Off Course share some honeymoon hotspots you may not have considered, but should! Planning your honeymoon can be quite stressful. You’re trying to find a pla

Villa 25 offers the ultimate setting for luxury villas in Vanuatu. The privacy, spectacular location and understated luxury make it perfect for a romantic, intimate wedding or honeymoon. Set on its own private beach, with three graciously appointed v

A simple but amazing wedding destination, perfect for that ultimate special day with close family and friends. Choose nature as the venue for your wedding day, for stunning photos, the sweetest of sunsets, beautiful tropical gardens and our white san

Family and fun played a central role in the beautiful garden wedding of Sarah and Jono. Sarah shares details of their happy celebration… Jono and I got married in front of 97 of our closest friends and family members. Our two beautiful children Henry

Rachel and John wanted to get married in the Philippines so they could be with family and showcase the country to friends. They spent days relaxing and having fun with their guests, before celebrating a beautiful wedding day. Rachel tells us more… Ou

Despite a flooded venue, road slips and a Civil Defense warning, Frances and Ben remained happy and positive as they celebrated their amazing wedding day. Frances shares details from their eventful celebration… Ben and I chose a school campsite for o