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Author: Amanda

Apr172016May 29 2019
3

Dealing with no show guests at your wedding

by Amanda, in category Guests

I’ve been covering off a fair bit about RSVPs in the last few weeks (here, here and here are some articles). I wanted to cover off this topic well because it’s often a big source of anxiety in the lead up to your wedding day, and there’s little you can do to control it.  But… Read More

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Apr142016Apr 9 2016
1

Is it your second wedding? Dos and don’t

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning

Getting married the second time round is a ton easier. You’ll have a firm handle on how the day should run, and probably some strong opinions on what you want, and don’t want, at the wedding. Traditional etiquette dictates a second wedding should be simple and casual, however modern etiquette (and common-sense) tells us you can… Read More

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Apr122016Jun 2 2016
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The rudest question to ask a bride on her wedding day

by Amanda, in category Etiquette

You never get a break from it. When you’re single, it’s “when are you getting a boyfriend?”. Once you find a man, it’s either “when are you settling down” or “when is he going to propose?”. And then, when he finally does pop the question, everyone starts bugging you for a wedding date. But none… Read More

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Apr62016May 29 2019
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When your friend is assuming she’s a bridesmaid

by Amanda, in category Bridesmaids/Bridal Party

Being bridesmaid for my friend Jenna was AWESOME. You get to dress up, look pretty, have fun, and experience a close friend’s biggest day. It’s so special, and an incredible honor. So no wonder then, that there’s generally a long list of friends willing and able to step into the bridesmaid role. We can’t ask all our close… Read More

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Apr32016May 29 2016
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Setting your RSVP date: 3 reasons not to set it too far out

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning

Your final RSVP date, in an ideal world, is this mythical utopia where all the important wedding-related information is collated and sorted. This is the day that you should know exactly who is going to be attending, their dietary requirements, and you can commence puzzling over a seating plan, and telling caterers the final numbers. … Read More

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Mar302016Mar 6 2016
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Grandview Gardens: Behind the scenes at a wedding venue

by Amanda, in category Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception

For this post, I’ve talked to Jo Lindsay, the force behind Grandview Gardens in Outram and Southern Bride Verified member. Her pride and joy came out as the top wedding venue in the South Island in the Southern Bride Venue Guide, and with over 250 weddings under her belt, she knows a thing or two about… Read More

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Mar292016Apr 14 2021
1

Being asked to be bridesmaid – things to consider

by Amanda, in category Bridesmaids/Bridal Party

Being asked to be bridesmaid is a huge honour, and something you may only get to do a handful of times in your life. You get to experience the fun and excitement of a wedding day, without the pressure and stress of being the center of attention! That doesn’t mean everything will be sunshine and… Read More

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Mar222016Apr 13 2020
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Reconsider your January wedding date

by Amanda, in category Just Engaged, Wedding Planning

​ January – a new year, a fresh start, and a great time to get married? If you’re setting a wedding date, and you’re considering a January wedding date, today’s blog post may make you pause to consider.  A January wedding holds promise of lovely weather. But having your wedding in January – especially in… Read More

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Mar212016Apr 17 2018
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The secrets to getting a made-to-measure wedding dress

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning

A Made To Measure Wedding Dress – Tips, Secrets and Advice from a Wedding Dress Designer Today we have a guest post from Natasha, a Designer & Style Consultant at Beau. She’s got a ton of tips, secrets and advice to share about getting your wedding dress made to measure.  She specialises in Fashion and Couture, creating stunning… Read More

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Mar172016Apr 10 2021
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Getting Married in a National Park: Mother Nature’s Wedding Venue

by Amanda, in category Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Planning

This guest post is by Terri Everett, The Dream Maker Destination Wedding & Events. Terri’s here today to discuss the logistics of getting married somewhere a little different – a national park. She’s one of very few operators who are able to marry couples within national parks, so she has a wealth of knowledge to share about getting… Read More

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