Show Notes
This week, I’m joined by Wilhelmina, and we chat about her incredible Queenstown wedding to Ben, from an Instagram follow and a whirlwind international love story, to a Cape Town proposal and a seriously unforgettable celebration at Ayrburn.
We chat about: 💜 Writing a very specific list of the qualities she hoped to find in a partner, and how Ben ended up ticking every box 💜 A whirlwind early relationship that included long distance, a third date at the Taj Mahal, and time in Paris during the Rugby World Cup 💜 Their Cape Town proposal on a windswept lookout while road-tripping in a classic convertible 💜 Choosing a destination-style wedding in Queenstown and falling in love with Ayrburn as their venue 💜 Designing the day around guest experience, music, atmosphere, and a proper afterparty that went until 4am 💜 The styling vision for the day, including candlelit tables, aerial draping, and making the reception space feel truly their own 💜 Wedding fashion with Trish Peng, including a stunning veil, second dress, sparkly mini, and Ben’s party outfit change 💜 Flying by helicopter to Cecil Peak after the ceremony for photos and a quiet moment together 💜 What she learned from planning a wedding before and the things she intentionally didn’t stress about this time 💜 Advice for couples on choosing vendors, managing the budget, and remembering the day is ultimately about the two of you
…and so much more!
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Vendors: Venue: @ayrburnnz Dress: @trishpeng Photographer: @jonnyscottphoto Videographer: @flatrocfilms DJ: @sweetmixkids Suit: @t.beggtailoring Florals: @flowerroomqueenstown Rings: @thediamondshop Hair: @emmafrances.salon Makeup: @olivia.jane.jenner Draping: @qtweddinghire Heli: @thehelicopterline Accommodation: @millbrookresort Hire: @majorandminorhire Signage: @thesignerynz Candles: @revelandlight Content: @nosyparker__ Honeymoon: @yasawaislandresort
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