143. Queenstown Elopement with Bride Emma Swanepoel

This week, I’m joined by Emma, who shares the story of her intimate Queenstown elopement, and why it was the perfect choice for their love story.

We chat about: 💜A beach proposal with a very excited dog and a ring box nearly lost in the sand 💜 Planning a wedding from Adelaide and navigating big decisions from afar 💜 Feeling overwhelmed by endless inspiration and how they found clarity 💜 Exploring multiple wedding ideas before choosing a Queenstown elopement 💜 Why an all-inclusive elopement package made the whole process easier 💜 Letting go of people pleasing and focusing on what actually mattered 💜 Keeping their guest list to just 13 people and making it meaningful 💜 Dress regret, comfort, and what she would do differently 💜 Helicopter photos on the Remarkables and creating a truly unique experience 💜 Choosing a relaxed dinner party over a traditional reception 💜 Their full budget breakdown and keeping the day under 20K 💜 Post-wedding blues and the reality of a honeymoon that didn’t go to plan

…and so much more!

Let me know what you think of this episode!

If you’d like to see more from this wedding, check out the photos over on Instagram and make sure you’re following ⁠⁠⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@lydiarachelphoto⁠⁠⁠ for more real weddings and inspiration.

Vendors: Suit: @ignitionformen Dress: @madilanebridal @luvbridal Photographer: @carlamitchellphotography Elopement Planner: @queenstownelopementsnz Celebrant: @tess.kelly_celebrant

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