Party time!
Your search for the most magnificent DIY wedding decorations is over! We’ve put together a list of what we believe are the seven most beautiful and unique decorations you can make for your upcoming wedding. They’ll add glamour, class, and style to any wedding and without the hefty price tag, you’d expect from such stunning… Read More
Choosing the music for your wedding day can be a drawn-out process – both of you need to sit down and figure it out. In between cake testing, invitation addressing and guest wrangling, it can end up being one of those jobs you procrastinate on! Today we are sharing some tips on how to chose… Read More
DIY wedding favours are a great way to shave costs from your budget. They’re also loved by guests, knowing that effort and attention have gone into their keepsake. Most DIY wedding favours are simple to make, can be tailored specifically to meet your theme and reflect the personality or interests of the bride and groom.… Read More
Wondering what the next wedding cake trends will be? If only we had a crystal ball and could see into the future. Just like choosing a wedding dress, we want our cakes to look gorgeous and fashionable on our wedding days. Long gone are the days of fruitcakes with rock hard icing. Today’s wedding cakes… Read More
When it comes to alcohol, hiring a wedding BYO alcohol friendly venue sounds like a great idea. You can purchase your own alcohol in the quantities you will need. Plus, you can hunt around for the alcohol at the best prices too! But if you are considering using a wedding BYO alcohol friendly venue, there… Read More
Now that you’re engaged, it’s time to choose the venue for your wedding. With that decision, many questions arise including should you use one venue or have a different one for your ceremony and reception? We’ve chatted with the team at the Wingatui Function Centre to find out their thoughts, plus added a few of… Read More
Once you’ve booked a date for your wedding, you’ll need to choose an MC or master of ceremonies. While you’ll both remain the most important people of the day, they’ll also play a vital role in keeping the day running smoothly. Some of their jobs include organising guests for photos and helping guests find their… Read More
If you’re concerned about the spiralling costs of your wedding, you’re not alone! With so much to organise and pay for, compromising is key to keeping costs under control. This doesn’t mean compromising on style, appearance, location or even taste when it comes to needing wedding reception ideas on a budget. Recently we chatted with… Read More
The relationship with your wedding photographer is a funny one. You want a great rapport, because they’re going to be hanging out with you for most of your wedding day, and capturing some intimate moments. But you’re paying them to be there, so it can feel awkward asking them some questions…like… do I need to… Read More
The bulk of New Zealand weddings serve alcohol, and it’s often assumed it’ll be free. If you’re serving alcohol, and you are expecting guests to pay for their own drinks, that is your decision. However, part of sticking to appropriate wedding etiquette and keeping guests happy is managing expectations. So today’s post is covering what… Read More