Show Notes
🎟️ The Kiwi Wedding Podcast LIVE
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Today I'm joined by Holly, who shares the story behind her effortlessly stylish wedding to Luke at the beautiful Ātaahua Estate in the Bay of Plenty. From planning a wedding while living overseas to creating an intimate guest experience and trusting her incredible team of vendors, Holly shares so much honest advice that I know you will love.
We chat about: 💜 Planning a New Zealand wedding while living overseas 💜 Why she almost didn't want flowers, a wedding cake... or many wedding traditions at all 💜 Creating an unforgettable guest experience with a cocktail-style dinner 💜 Designing a custom wedding dress with Lulu Jackson 💜 The reality of budgeting for a modern New Zealand wedding 💜 Decision fatigue, post-wedding blues & what no one talks about after the wedding 💜 Why trusting your creative vendors led to the best result 💜 The giant tiramisu "wedding cake" that everyone couldn't stop talking about
…and so much more!
Wedding Vendors: Photographer: @bonniemcevoyphotography Videographer: @valophotocinema Venue: @ataahuaestate Planning & Styling: @withlove.weddingsandevents Marquee, Lighting & Dance Floor: @twelve_tables Florals: @asterandbloom Furniture Hire: @flockevents Catering: @tasteandtalentnz Musicians: @zap_entertainmentnz & @helencorrymusic Hair & Makeup: @desireeostermanmakeup & @gabe.mua Bridal Gown: @lulujacksonbridal Linen: @tble__linen__hire Caker: @spongedrop Silver Coupes: @willowlane_events Stationery Design: @____hollynigroni Stationery Printing: @hstudio.co AV: @edwardssoundsystems Celebrant: @aceremonyforyou
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