Party time!
When it comes to your wedding budget, a whole chunk can quickly be chewed up by the food cost involved. The more guests you have, the more mouths to feed. Luckily there are ways to trim the reception food costs and utilize wedding food ideas on a budget which is a great way to bring…
This question comes up often: “Do we need a wedding theme?” Last night I had an email from a bride, feeling stressed that she didn’t have a theme yet, and wondering if she needed one. This question comes up often: “Do we need a wedding theme?” Strictly speaking, you don’t need one – there’s no box…
Everybody loves a great wedding, but no one loves drunk wedding guests. Yet many brides and grooms feel uncomfortable asking guests who have consumed too much to leave. Is it their right or should you just let them party the night away in raucous style? Tips on Handling Drunk Wedding Guests Chances are you will…
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….
It’s time to say ‘Yes!’ to the signature cocktail! The team at the Oxford St Caravan Bar are often asked by couples to prepare and serve a signature cocktail. So, we asked them to share a few of their ideas, plus some tips on choosing the perfect cocktail. Selecting Your Wedding’s Signature Cocktail You’ve taken…
You’ve been invited to be accepted the role as the master of ceremonies at an upcoming wedding. Brilliant! The happy couple has seen traits in you that they like, such as being confident, organized, and a great communicator. They both like you as a person and want you to be a part of their big…
The bulk of weddings serve alcohol, and it’s often assumed it’ll be free. If you’re serving alcohol but expecting guests to pay for their own drinks, that is your decision. For many brides and grooms, the bar tab takes up a notable portion of a wedding budget. If you’re on a tight budget, an open…
You may have invited dozens of guests, but you can still make your big wedding feel intimate. Not that there’s anything wrong with having a big wedding at all! In fact, large weddings allow everyone the opportunity to celebrate with the happy couple. Sometimes though, a big wedding can feel kind of overwhelming, as the…
Planning your ceremony and wedding reception is exciting, but also a time where you need to keep an eye on your budget. It’s easy to skyrocket your costs by adding an extra detail there, more guests here. Today we are sharing some easy tips for how a couple can trim the cost of their wedding…
Brides, it is time to consider having an NZ destination wedding. Why? Because everything you need is right here in our backyard! We chat with Adele from RiverRidge Retreat as to the advantages of choosing an NZ destination wedding. What is an NZ Destination Wedding? Gone are the days when you need to hop on…
Have you ever wondered why there are so many wedding speeches? How about why we even have them in the first place? Do you need to have speeches at your wedding at all? Wedding speeches have been a tradition from long ago, but you get to decide if you want them or not. Let’s look…
You’ll usually find that at the wedding reception, there is a head table, surrounded by tables for the guests. The head table is a central point in the room, with the newlyweds seated at it, and the other wedding guests’ tables orientated towards it. Like most things weddings, there’s plenty of different ways you can…
A successful wedding MC has everything under control. They know who’s doing what and when, where they’re supposed to be, and the order of events. You’ve been given the honor of being a Master of Ceremonies. Congratulations! It’s one of the most important roles you can play at a person’s wedding. Sure, you’ve probably got…
If you’re concerned about the spiraling 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. Today we are going…
Fancy having a caravan bar serving drinks at your wedding? You’re not the only one! Caravan bars are quickly becoming a popular option for couples wanting something a bit different than a trestle table covered in drinks. We asked our friends at the Oxford St Caravan Bar (who have an adorable caravan based in Dunedin,…
Whether you choose to separate out ceremony and reception wedding venues, or have the entire day’s celebrations in the same spot, there are many factors to take into consideration. The number of wedding venues you have will depend on your budget as well as convenience and the style of wedding you want (for some help…
An eco-friendly wedding. Sounds like something from the future, doesn’t it? Yet many brides (and their grooms) are bringing their passion for everyday eco-friendliness to create their own eco-friendly wedding. They want to ensure that from the reception venue through to their transport, that they make the kindest choices possible for the environment. In all…
Why should you consider hosting a marquee wedding? We met with the team from Happyhire, marquee hire specialists, for their thoughts. Why Pick a Marquee Wedding? A marquee wedding gives you the perfect venue at your choice of location. It can also provide additional shelter when you’ve chosen somewhere, which isn’t big enough to meet your…
Everything for your wedding is sorted, except for the wedding reception timeline. While the same military precision as the rest of the day isn’t required, if you don’t have a schedule of events for your reception, things can turn to custard pretty quick. How to Set Your Wedding Reception Timeline Timewise, your wedding reception will…
Are you considering an all inclusive wedding package, or one where you organise everything individually? Perhaps you haven’t even thought about it yet? We chatted with the team from Dunedin Venues for their thoughts on la carte vs all-inclusive wedding packages. A La Carte Vs All Inclusive Wedding Packages Like most brides, you’ll be keeping…
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? Here’s a few of our thoughts to help you make that decision. Benefits of Choosing One Venue for Your Wedding…
Have you considered whether you’ve got enough space for your wedding reception? When you’ve laid out the tables, chairs, dance floor and buffet area, will it look crowded or empty? We talked with Dunedin’s wedding and furniture hire company Swell Event Hire about their thoughts on organising wedding spaces using different floor plans. Calculating the…
Do you know where the term wedding breakfast originated from? Should it only contain breakfast like foods? We explore the tradition behind the wedding breakfast, plus some delicious ideas you may want to try on your upcoming wedding day. What is a Wedding Breakfast? If you’ve been asked if you’re having a wedding breakfast, chances…
One of the key markers of the formality of a wedding reception is the use of a wedding seating plan. This guides your guests to their tables, ensuring they sit in appropriate spots. The use of a wedding seating plan avoids confusion between your guests as they search for a space to sit. It also…