Show Notes
This week, I’m joined by Amelia, who shares the story of her and Jack’s incredible marquee wedding in Mangawhai, set on private property with nearly 200 guests, beautiful styling, and a day that didn’t exactly go to plan but ended up being even better because of it.
We chat about: 💜 How they met and why you shouldn’t write off a bad first date 💜 A dreamy Fiji proposal, featuring a stray cat named Chris 💜 Planning a marquee wedding from scratch on private property 💜 What it’s really like hosting a wedding with nearly 200 guests 💜 Why great food, drinks, and guest experience were top priorities 💜 The reality of things not going to plan, rain, humidity, and last minute changes 💜 Pivoting the ceremony on the day and embracing the chaos 💜 Dress shopping with Hera Couture and finding something that actually fits and flatters 💜 The magic of having all your favourite people in one place 💜 Letting go of the small details and focusing on what actually matters
…and so much more!
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Vendors: Photographer: @kerynsweeneyphotographer On the Day Coordinator: @sophpol Dress: @heracouture Second Dress: @lovejamesstore & @re_______studio Suit: @workingstylenz Flowers: @handsinthedirt_ Food: @sourcekitchennz Hire & Marquee: @lucyseventhire Drinks: @drinkalba @moabeer & @eurovintage_nz Makeup: @rae_makeup Hair: @penton.andco Cake: @mor__bakery Stationery: @broganscottstudio Rings: @thevillagegoldsmith Venue: Private Property Celebrant: @nzcelebrant
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