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A podcast for New Zealand brides and grooms to hear first-hand wedding stories, tips from vendors, and wedding planning advice. Created by Auckland Wedding Photographer Lydia Rachel @lydiarachelphoto

Lydia Rachel


    • May 12, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 46m AVG DURATION
    • 98 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from The Kiwi Wedding Podcast

    95. Flaxmere House Wedding with Bride Steph Cooke, Founder of Bridal Fusion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 46:33


    In today's episode, I'm chatting with the lovely Steph. Recent bride and the founder of Bridal Fusion, where she offers a beautiful collection of bridal dresses, veils, accessories, and traditional Asian wedding attire. Follow Steph: ⁠@bridalfusionbysteph⁠⁠Steph's Wedding Budget & Forecast TemplateIn this episode, she shares her own love story, how she and her husband Nick blended their Kiwi, Chinese, Vietnamese, and British cultures on their big day, and how wedding planning inspired her to start her own bridal business!Steph takes us behind the scenes of her rustic, nature-inspired wedding at Flaxmere House and shares some super practical advice, from managing cultural expectations to tracking your wedding budget like an absolute boss (hello, Excel spreadsheets!). She also spills her best wedding planning tips, the trends she's loving right now, and what it's really like starting a small business alongside a full-time job.In this episode, we chat about:

    94. Private Property Marquee Wedding with Bride Lana Medder

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 63:54


    In today's episode, I'm chatting with Lana about her gorgeous Southland wedding!A few things we cover:

    93. Hawkes Bay Winery Wedding with Bride Greta Levene

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 58:55


    In today's episode, I'm chatting with the lovely Greta about her gorgeous Hawke's Bay wedding, and it's such a good story!Greta shares how she and her husband Sam met at ballroom dancing when they were teenagers, their surprise proposal after twelve years together, and the journey of planning a beautiful alfresco-style wedding, with a few wild weather curveballs thrown in!A few things we cover:

    92. Otago Wedding(s) with Bride Kirsten Blee-Griffiths, Founder of Amplified Cosmetica

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 65:54


    On today's episode I'm chatting with the lovely Kirsten. All about her wedding(s) in 2019 and her business Amplified Cosmetica.A few things we cover:

    91. Bali Destination Wedding with Bride Rebecca Allen

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 48:51


    On today's episode I share my chat with the gorgeous Rebecca, all about her love story and destination wedding in Bali.A few things we cover:

    90. Te Miro Woolshed Wedding with Bride Kaitlyn Stokman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 34:09


    The beautiful Kaitlyn joins us on the podcast today! Recent bride, married at Te Miro Woolshed.A few things we cover:

    89. Rose & Smith Wedding with Bride Georgia Thomson, Something Special Events + Co-Host of Your Wedding Besties Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 55:44


    Lovely Georgia joins us on the podcast today! Recent bride, owner of Something Special Events, and Co-host of Your Wedding Besties Podcast.A few things we cover:

    88. Private Property Wedding with Bride Tyler Bartle, Founder of Nel & Nui

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 41:56


    Recent bride Tyler, founder of New & Nui joins us on the podcast today!A few things we cover:

    87. Black Walnut Venue Wedding with Bride Catherine Lang

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 41:06


    Recent bride Cat joins us on the podcast today! Married at the beautiful Black Walnut Venue, she shares her wisdom.A few things we cover:

    86. Woodlands Estate Wedding with Bride Maia Svadlenak-Gardiner

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 60:55


    The lovely Maia joins us on the podcast today. Married at Woodlands Estate in the Waikato, she shares her experience.A few things we cover:

    85. The McCallum Residence Wedding with Bride Hilary Wham

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 47:16


    The lovely Hilary joins us on the podcast today to chat about having two weddings and planning from across the world in London.A few things we cover:

    84. Raglan Golf Club Wedding with Bride Laura Goodwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 110:24


    Recent bride and gorgeous human, Laura joins us on the podcast today! This is one of those big, juicy ones you will get a lot out of! A few things we cover:

    83. Ātaahua Garden Venue Wedding with Bride Melinda Mather

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 33:13


    Lovely Melinda joins us on the podcast today to chat about her love story and wedding celebration at Ātaahua.A few things we cover:

    82. Rippon Wedding with Bride Jade Armstrong, Hair & Makeup Artist at Jade Beauty

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 40:42


    The beautiful, talented Jade joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and wedding vendor herself being a makeup artist and hairdresser. An absolutely stunning Rippon wedding in Wanaka.A few things we cover:

    81. Te Tumu Estate, Papamoa Wedding with Bride Grace Poihipi

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 41:34


    The beautiful Grace joins us on the podcast today. Recently married at Papamoa's newest wedding venue: Te Tumu Estate. A few things we cover:

    80. Craggy Range Wedding with Bride Jessica-Belle Greer, Editor of For All Seasons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 42:50


    I had a beautiful chat with Jessica-Belle on the podcast today. Recent bride, married at Craggy Range in Hawkes Bay. Editor and writer of For All Seasons. A few things we cover:

    79. Mantells Mt Eden Wedding with Bride Emma Ritchie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 22:53


    A lovely chat with Emma on the podcast today. Recent bride, married at Mantells Mt Eden. We hear all about her experience and advice.  A few things we cover:

    78. Black Walnut Venue Wedding with Bride Renee Watkins, Founder of Beauty by Renee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 30:43


    The lovely Renee joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and beauty therapist. We hear all about her experience and some amazing pre-wedding skin tips too! A few things we cover:

    77. Atrium Hawkes Bay Wedding with Bride + Hairdresser Taryn Elliott

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 63:57


    The lovely Taryn joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and wedding vendor herself being a hairdresser and bridal stylist. A few things we cover:

    BONUS - TKWP Live 2024 Event with Guests Lisa Langsford, Gabrielle Houghton, Sarah Pascall-Posthuma & Fritz Botha

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 54:41


    Surprise! Popping in to your feeds today with a bonus episode, a recording from our live in-person event back in November. This includes my conversations with wedding planner and celebrant Lisa Langsford from With Love Weddings and Events, makeup artist Gabrielle Houghton, and Bridal Designers Fritz and Sarah. Also, some of the Q&A we had with all of them. I hope this gives you a taste of what TKWP live event is like, and I look forward to planning a few more in 2025. Come and tell me your thoughts, I would love to hear! Listen to Gabby's full episode here, episode 39. Listen to Sarah's full episode here, episode 13. Huge thank you to all our event sponsors and supporting vendors, I could not have pulled off this event without you! @tble__linen__hire @the.flowereditnz @thebakerbee.co.nz @bondisandsskincare @sobercurious_af @drinkarepa @carolinaherrera @virtual.tash @inkberry_calligraphy @togetherjournal @thebrowstatus_ @_skinbychelsea @skintopianz @thesandcandlesnz @wearetheuncommon_nz @drinkdaeli @goodbettyco @therevelry_ @sarah.airey.co @brijanacatoweddings

    76. Kate Radcliffe-Reid - Wedding & Event Planner

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 48:52


    Follow @the.flowereditnz and contact Anna here to get 15% off your flowers when you book before the end of Jan 2025. The lovely Kate joins us on the podcast today. Christchurch wedding and event planner, she shares her experience and wisdom with us. A few things we cover:

    75. Red Barn Wedding with Bride Keren Weaver

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 50:06


    The lovely, talented Keren joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and brand designer. Loved this chat! A few things we cover:

    74. The Northern Club Wedding with Bride Annie McArthur, Founder of Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 72:31


    The lovely Annie joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and founder of Don't Sweat the Small Stuff, the ultimate digital planning package for your day. Listen to hear all about her wedding story and how DSTSS came to be. Sign up to be the first to hear about Don't Sweat the Small Stuff. A few things we cover:

    73. Greta Kenyon, Founder + Editor of Together Journal

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 38:03


    Greta Kenyon, the talented woman who founded Together Journal, joins us on the podcast today. She is on the pulse of fashion-forward, modern, authentic weddings. Listen to hear wisdom from her own experience and years in the industry. Use code: WEDDING20 at checkout to get 20% off The Uncommon Wines for a limited time. A few things we cover:

    72. Pah Homestead Wedding with Bride Briar Figueroa

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 36:29


    The lovely Briar joins us on the podcast today. We chat about her recent wedding at her family bach in Huia as well as Pah Homestead. A few things we cover:

    71. Queenstown Wedding with Bride Kimberley Bright Thomas + Planner at One Fine Day Weddings

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 55:22


    The lovely Kim joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and wedding planner herself at One Fine Day Weddings. This is a goodie! A few things we cover:

    70. Orua Beach House Wedding with Bride Stacey Banfield, Makeup Artist + Founder of Soleil & Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 61:38


    The lovely, talented Stacey Banfield joins us on the podcast today. Recent-ish bride, and wedding vendor herself being a makeup artist. This is one of those juicy ones full of great advice, you will get a lot out of! A few things we cover: 

    69. Red Barn Wedding with Bride Petra Flynn

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 43:56


    Get $5 off your ticket to The Kiwi Wedding Podcast LIVE ⁠⁠here⁠⁠, or use code: KIWIWED5 Sunday 3rd September 2024 at 10 AM, Mackenzie Studio, Auckland. See you there! The lovely Petra joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, married at Red Barn in the Waikato, we hear all about her story. A few things we cover:

    68. Winehouse Wedding with Bride Trudi & Groom James

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 54:46


    Get $5 off your ticket to The Kiwi Wedding Podcast LIVE ⁠here⁠, or use code: KIWIWED5 Sunday 3rd September 2024 at 10 AM, Mackenzie Studio, Auckland. See you there! A lovely couple, good friends of mine (and clients) on the podcast today. Couple Trudi and James join me to share all about their love story and wedding planning experience. A few things we cover:  

    67. Private Property Wedding with Bride Rose Kennedy, Founder of Rose's Dining Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 40:52


    The lovely, talented Rose Kennedy joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and colourful, creative supperclub host. Her wedding and her business are full of joy and all about being bold!  A few things we cover:  

    66. Pihopa Retreat Nelson Wedding with Bride Ruby Dorfling

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 50:59


    Get tickets to The Kiwi Wedding Podcast LIVE in Auckland, Sunday 3rd November 2024 NOW. The lovely Ruby joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, married in Nelson. We hear all about her journey. A few things we cover:  

    65. Bali Destination Wedding with Bride Amy Hislop

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 55:38


    The lovely Amy joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, who opted for a destination wedding in Bali, we hear all the details!  A few things we cover:

    64. The River House Hawkes Bay Wedding with Bride Claudia Ryan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 40:41


    The lovely Claudia Ryan joins us on the podcast today. She and Quinn recently married in Hawkes Bay and she shares all her experience and wisdom. A few things we cover: How they met through social media and both having relatable experiences on reality TV. A bit of their story, having their beautiful daughter, and getting engaged. Feeling a bit disconnected with finding “the one” while dress shopping, and how it is worth persisting until you feel your absolute best in the right dress. Prioritising fun on their day and how this helped them choose their vendors, decide on a big bridal party, good music, alcohol and an afterparty. How the whole day went down and some of the highlights. The process of navigating the budget, how it kept increasing and how they managed it by spreading payments out during the lead-up. Some great advice on prioritising a wedding planner/coordinator and not rushing into making decisions. Losing sleep with so much on her mind while wedding planning. A honeymoon in the USA. Married life and how nothing much has changed but adjusting to her new last name. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all C & Q's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Vendors: @theriverhouse_hb @jacksonbrightweddings @flatrocfilms @botanical.lane @shonajoy @rubytakessnaps @micki_makeupetc @hoskins6452 @debbiepearcehair @felicitysbridalnz @madewithlovebridal @saint_valentine_jewellery @flockevents @harloau @goldmansax_ @lucyseventhire @socialhirenz @blackbarnnz @justmytype_nz @pjyama_co @ortonshawkesbay @milkbooks

    63. Darjon Vineyard Wedding with Bride Shania O'Brien

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 34:28


    The lovely Shania joins us on the podcast today. We chat through her love story and Darjon Vineyard Christchurch wedding. A few things we cover: How volunteering might just be the new way to date. Finding the perfect winery wedding venue. The journey to finding her dream dress, from trying on over 30 dresses to hunting down the dream dress from her original moodboard. Navigating the guest list and why they chose to split it evenly inviting the same amount of people each. All the DIY elements of their day and what they chose to do themselves. Some savvy budgeting advice and things you may not have thought of. How to delegate to ensure you are present and enjoying your day. Being really intentional with making your wedding YOU and not seeking validation from trying to impress others. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all S & C's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠ + give us a follow. Vendors: Photographer: ⁠@zayd_images⁠ Dress: ⁠@kaiaellebridal⁠ Venue: ⁠@darjonvineyard⁠ Arch Florals: ⁠@lorelle.botanicals⁠ Food: ⁠@countryfeasts⁠ Hair: ⁠@caitlin_does_hair⁠

    62. Man O' War Waiheke Wedding with Bride Gemma Flint

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 48:59


    The lovely Gemma joins us on the podcast today. She was recently married at the stunning Waiheke winery Man O' War. We hear all about her experience.  A few things we cover: One night out and crossing paths before an overseas trip. Planning a Waiheke Island wedding from Melbourne. A beautiful mountaintop proposal. Choosing a dress by a New Zealand designer and the importance of traceability and sustainability when it comes to weddings. Being upfront and honest with her bridal party and understanding if they did not have the capacity for that role in their lives at that time. Navigating the guest list and some guiding principles they used. Special moments and surprises throughout their day. A few things she would change and one vendor she wishes she'd hired. How easy it is to get caught up in the details and worry too much about if everyone else is having a good time. A bit of a stressful pivot for their day-after celebrations. A blissful honeymoon. Setting boundaries throughout the wedding planning process. Where to find some amazing inspiration. Intentionally building in moments to be present into your timeline. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all G & A's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠ + give us a follow. Vendors: Photographer: ⁠@beksmithimages⁠ Venue: ⁠@manowarwine⁠ Dress: ⁠@karenwalkeratelier⁠ Flowers: ⁠@wildly.madly.deeply⁠ Hair & Makeup: ⁠@thepeach_club⁠ Stationery/Signage/Tambourines: ⁠@heyloladesign⁠ Celebrant: ⁠@sayyeswithness⁠ Music: ⁠@twomanychiefsband⁠ Rings: ⁠@culetjewellery⁠ Suit: ⁠@hugo_official⁠ Shoes, Bag & Bow: ⁠@prada⁠ Bridesmaids: ⁠@_aje_⁠ Candles: ⁠@flortdesigns⁠ Earrings: ⁠@meadowlarkjewellery⁠ Hire: ⁠@mywaiheke⁠ Also recently ⁠featured⁠ on The Future Wife blog.

    61. Orua Beach House Wedding with Bride & Photographer Tasha Meys

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 61:18


    The beautiful, talented Tasha Meys joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and wedding vendor herself being a photographer. This is one is full of incredible advice and perspective, it is one you will get a lot out of!  A few things we cover: Her background in photography, resisting doing weddings for a while and eventually falling in love with them as soon as she photographed one. How she met her husband, crossing paths in their careers and then eventually socially. Their off-the-grid proposal and how they soaked up their just-engaged bubble. Finding the perfect venue that reflects them as a couple. Being intentional with planning to enjoy every part and make tasks an experience and memory with others. Choosing her bridal party and considering how much involvement they had in the leadup, not putting expectations or pressure on people. Their pre-wedding events and how that gave them so much more quality time with their guests. How the energy of everyone around you really sets your day and how to intentionally set the tone. Having a moment alone on her wedding day and how grounding that was. The importance of an on-the-day coordinator. Choosing quality over excess. Post-wedding blues and the actual chemicals in your brain that have a part to play in it. How communication is so important for vendors and how you can tell someone's vibe even through their emails. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all T & R's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠ + give us a follow. Follow Tash: @tashameys @tastefullytash @tastefully_studios Vendors: ⁠@coromandelweddings⁠ ⁠@orua_beachhouse⁠ ⁠@cassandraladru⁠ ⁠@leroexmedia⁠ ⁠@asterandbloom⁠ ⁠@_sugarfish_⁠ ⁠@paperdarlingnz⁠ ⁠@trishpeng⁠ ⁠@samhartsam⁠ ⁠@boutiquebride⁠ ⁠@sayi_do⁠

    60. The Blodge Raglan Wedding with Bride Ciara Verhees, Owner of The White Wedding Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 50:58


    The lovely, talented Ciara Verhees joins us on the podcast today. Married a few years ago, and a wedding vendor herself as owner of The White Wedding Club. This is one of those big, juicy ones you will get a lot out of!  A few things we cover:

    59. Red Barn Wedding with Bride Catherine Hornby

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 50:41


    The lovely Catherine joins us on the podcast today. Recently married at Red Barn in the Waikato, she shares her story.  A few things we cover:

    58. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat Wedding with Bride Kim Crossman

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 41:08


    The lovely Kim Crossman joins us on the podcast today. She recently married the love of her life in a beautiful pocket of Otago glory, we chat through their love story and the whole wedding planning process. A few things we cover: Marrying the undies-togs-undies-togs ad guy. IYKYK. How they met and their instant connection. A beautiful proposal on one of their adventures. Planning an intentionally Kiwi wedding and supporting Kiwi businesses. Having a morning ceremony and why she recommends it (hello afternoon nap!). How they included their family and friends in meaningful ways and invited them to contribute to the nostalgia and storytelling of their day. A picnic reception! Not following tradition but planning a day that represented them. Their adventurous Fijian honeymoon. Tips to prepare in advance to alleviate any anxiety and protect your mental health. Celebrating every little milestone. The feeling of being a wife! ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all K & T's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Vendors: Bride: @kimcrossman Groom: @the_tomwalsh Venue: @kinlochwildernessretreat.nz Dress Designer: @bw36.174 Makeup Artist: @kathgould_makeup Makeup Artists bridesmaid, mother of the bride + Mother of Groom + teens: @sparkledaisyheartdaisy  Hair Stylist: @kathgould_makeup  Stationary: @paperloveboutique  Bridesmaid Dress: @bw36.174 Suit Designer: @zambesisince79 Florist: @white_tree_floral_design Celebrant: @rochelle.was.here Celebrant outfit: @bw36.174 Mother of the Bride outfit: @bw36.174 Live Music: @la.social Cake Maker: @albertineskitchen Shoes (bride, celebrant, bridesmaid): @chaosandharmonyshoes Neon Sign: @neondesign.nz Makeup bags: @by.hoshi Bridal merch: @idodiary Wedding Rings: @thediamondshop Photographer: @jonnyscottphoto Helicopter: @heliglenorchy Social Media : @nosyparker__ Videographer: @ayshandhamish Hair colour and extensions: @jennyvioletstyled Nails: @sophieyork.nails Honey: @beesuptop Bubbles: @quartzreefwines Limoncello: @no8distillery Ice Cream: @patagoniachocolates Salmon : @akaroasalmonnz Bread: @europeanbakeryltd

    57. Harshpreet Kaur - The HP Collective Wedding Photographer + Multi Event Indian Wedding

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 41:50


    Today, a conversation with wedding photographer Harshpreet Kaur from The HP Collective about her wedding, her business and exciting plans ahead. A few things we cover: What her wedding week looked like with multiple events and celebrations. Doing her wedding shopping in India. Her vision and themes for each event. Harshpreet's background, from engineer to photographer. How she started with product photography and ended up doing weddings. Specialising in South Asian weddings and how she supports these couples on their journeys. The need for camaraderie when you're in your wedding-planning era. What sparked the idea for The Bridal Lunch. All about The Bridal Lunch event and what to expect. ...and so much more! Follow Harshpreet: @thehpcollective Get tickets to The Bridal Lunch here. Harshpreet's Vivaah (blog). Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow.

    56. Lake Hāwea Station Wedding with Bride Rosa Power

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2024 43:22


    Chatting to the lovely Rosa on the podcast today. She recently married at Lake Hawea Station, the most stunning backdrop of iconic NZ scenery. We chat through the whole process and more. A few things we cover: Their beautiful on-the-farm proposal. Choosing less but higher quality. The difficult task of narrowing down the guest list. Rosa's easy and enjoyable dress experience with Hayes Bridal. Having an on-the-day coordinator and why it's so necessary! Factoring in more time with guests on the day. Remembering to be present. Deciding to have a walk-and-fork instead of a sit-down dinner and why they loved it. Keeping things timeless, classic and beautiful. What you should get started on early in your wedding planning process. Their quick and beautiful honeymoon + married life now. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all R & R's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Follow Rosa: @rosajulietflanagan @tworawsisters Vendors: Photographer: @susannahblatchford  Dress: @hayesbridal  Furniture: @flockevents Tent: @flagship_events MUA: @kerripaaaterson  Hair: @beautifulbridalhair  Flowers: @littlebotanica__  Location: @lakehaweastationliving OTD Co-ordination: @___bygigi Food: @morsel_honestfoodco

    55. Te Puna Wedding with Bride Felicia Mackenzie-Aull, Founder of Something New Socials

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 73:12


    The lovely Felicia joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and has recently started a wedding content creation business Something New Socials in the Manawatu. This is a juicy one!  A few things we cover: Felicia's love story and how she found her husband at a business networking event. Navigating family dynamics with the guest list. Sticking to a budget, getting family and friends involved in your day and doing DIY. How easy it is to get caught up in social media trends right up to your wedding. Navigating your relationship and wedding-mind during the planning process. Why she wanted to start Something New Socials Why content creation is becoming so popular. What to look out for when searching for a content creator and why they're not all created equal. The importance of working well together as a vendor team + booking people who slot in well and match the energy of the day. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all F & D's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Follow Felicia: @somethingnewsocialsnz @feliciaaull Vendors: Photographer: @daphotographynz Venue: @tepunaevents Associate Content Creator: @gk.all.day Celebrant: @idoceremoniesnz Dress: @etcbridal Veil: @veilsandmorenz Flowers: @bloomingbeautifulflowerfarm Makeup: Bride Bridesmaids Makeup: @bentleyandco__ Hair: @hairbyjamie__ Cake: @vanillapoddesignercakes Bridesmaids: @billy_j_bridal @hellomolly Decor/Signage & Artificial Florals: @aull_backdrops Catering: @victoria_renee96 Groomsmen Suits: @connor_clothing

    54. Private Property Festival Wedding with Bride Stacey Seidel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 49:18


    The wonderful Stacey joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, who planned the most magical festival-style wedding in 4ish months. I loved this chat and I know you will too! A few things we cover: Their love story, all about the right timing... A beautiful beach proposal (shell-ring included). How Stacey's Mum made her dress and the ups and downs of that journey. Being intentional with cultivating community and presence within their celebrations. Growing their own wedding flowers. Deciding on 7 on each side of the bridal party. Saunas, pizza night, cacao ceremonies, church service, yoga classes and more... Arriving at the wedding on a trailer. Creating a really sacred space during the ceremony. An epic night of partying. Amazing advice on breaking tradition and doing exactly what you want for your big day. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all S & D's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Vendors: @maeveomalleyphotography  @nobiggie.food @sunnydesignstudio_ @_sams_studio @beachblondes_annieogle @pritafermah @lissysteens_hairandmakeup @annarosemaney @lucyseventhire @thesaunaproject_ @theknot

    53. The Hunting Lodge Wedding with Bride Rebekah Jujnovich

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 56:22


    The beautiful Bex joins us on the podcast today. A recent bride who had a stunning day at The Hunting Lodge in Auckland. She shares her story and experience. A few things we cover: Friends-to-lovers love story. A gender reveal turned proposal. What they found most important and how they prioritised throwing an epic party. Her dress shopping experience, how trying on clamped dresses that aren't your size is difficult and how amazing it was shopping somewhere with all range of sizes. Dealing with social anxiety leading up the the wedding day. Why she might have had a first look if she planned it again. Their chilled-out family honeymoon in the South Island. How amazing social media is, but you need to put an end date when you're DONE planning. Great advice on dealing with the post-wedding blues. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all R & M's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Vendors: Venue: @the_hunting_lodge Photography & Video: @keepitcreativenz Makeup: @samhartsam Florals: @petalandleaf_ Hair: @messybun_nz Celebrant: @thenicksonclark Stationery/Signage: @hjrstudio_nz Dress: @heracouture Suit: @asos Rings: Custom @johnfranichnz DJ: @generalleenz Accommodation: @the.stables.cottage

    52. The Receptionists - Nui & LaWanda

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 24:56


    Introducing The Receptionists. A video guestbook concept from Nui and LaWanda. A few things we cover: What The Receptionists do and how it works on your day. Why it's so important to capture these moments and wise words on video. A bit about their background and what led to the idea for The Receptionists. Some wonderful advice for planning your day and focusing on what matters most. Follow @the_receptionists_nz Enter our birthday giveaways until Aug 11th 2024. UPPER NORTH ISLAND CANTERBURY (including a voucher from The Receptionists)

    51. Ōhinetahi Wedding with Angus & Ashley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 59:39


    A lovely couple, Angus and Ashley join us on the podcast today. Recently married, they share their story and experience. A few things we cover: Their highschool sweetheart story and many years together. The engagement ring arriving a little later than using, and managing a surprise proposal. Deciding on a bold aesthetic and leaning into it. Ash trying on about 50 dresses until she found the one. Assembling an amazing vendor team and how important that is. Publishing a full-size magazine for all their guests. Leaning into and using your connections, as well as accepting offers to help. Dealing with weather and pivoting last minute. A very funny story including gum at an inopportune moment. Loads of amazing advice and heartfelt stories. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all A & A's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Vendors: @davemrichards @loweenagal @sylvesterkawengian_ @ourofilms @hayley_and_co @hayleythehirer @beknovakfloraldesign @fulltimetart @kasiastanicichmakeup @bethalicehairstyling @ohinetahi @the_daughters_anchorage @globaljewelers  Highland Etc. @bridesofmerivale

    50. St Columba Church Wedding with Bride Lizzie Langridge, Founder of Love James Vintage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 53:33


    The lovely, talented Lizzie Langridge joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and wedding vendor herself as the founder of Love James. A colourful selection of vintage and designer bridal gowns, party dresses and accessories curated with celebration in mind! Lizzie is an inspiration in style, creativity and good taste. A few things we cover: How Lizzie met her husband and navigated going from flatmates to dating. An epic proposal journey including opshopping, a fashion crisis with a few tears, sailing around an island and a super moon. All about her Auckland city wedding. What the vibe and vision were and how they executed that. The journey to finding her wedding dress (+ a few other outfits) as a fashion and vintage girly. Why they chose a food truck over a sit-down dinner. What they spent on their wedding (v impressed). Lizzie's background, where the idea for Love James came from and where she gets her inspiration. A bit about the process and what to expect at a Love James appointment. So much amazing advice and fashion inspo! ...and so much more! Follow Love James: @lovejamesstore and book an appointment here. Below you can find the handles for all L & C's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Vendors: Photographer: @sarahburtonweddings Super 8 Film: @nataliesfilmmroll Ceremony Dress: @brooketysonritual Reception Dress: @lovejamesstore After Party Dress: @lovejamesstore Bridesmaids: @lovejamesstore Grooms Suit: @sabastyle Grooms After Party Shirt: @thommorison Cake + Desserts: @butterbutternz Ring: Louis the Goldsmith Flowers: @floralcentric Venue: @stcolumbagreylynn Shoes: @gucci Hair & Makeup: @madeupbyruth Dinner: @passa.passanz Umbrella Hire: @rentforeventsnz Also featured in Ensemble magazine.

    49. The McCallum Residence Wedding with Bride Maddie Kindred

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 27:23


    This episode is brought to you by theweddingplanner.co.nz, book now and get a comprehensive wedding venue walkthrough and ceremony rehearsal add-on, valued at $250 included in your package. The lovely Maddie joins us on the podcast today. A stunning McCallum Residence wedding with a stellar lineup of vendors. We hear all of the behind-the-scenes.  A few things we cover: How they met and how turning up early sparked into friendship-turned-dating. A proposal journey full of clues, special places and a beautiful beach. The initial planning process, inviting all their favourite people and the vibe they wanted to create. Struggling with decision-making and what she did to help this. How they carefully chose their vendors to execute their vision. A beautiful day and the many highlights. Some amazing recommendations and advice on enjoying the journey + staying present. A honeymoon spot you probably haven't heard of. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all M & W's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Vendors: Photographer: @danellebohane Venue: @themccallumresidence Makeup: @katesolleymakeup Hair: @robynmunrohair Florals: @michelecoomeyfloral Dress: @heracouture Planning/Styling: @onefinedayweddings Marquee: @twelve_tables Furniture: @flockevents Stationery/Signage: @paperdarlingnz Lighting: @lalumiere_nz Candles: @revelandlight Tans: @esperanza_nz Tableware: @royallaboratorie Linen: @drape.linen + @tble__linen__hire Cake: @bluebellscakery Wedding Website: @blissandbone

    48. Sophie Milson - NZ Wedding Photographer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 58:11


    Fellow wedding photographer, the lovely Sophie Milson from Nelson joins us on the podcast today. A few things we cover: Sophie's background and how she got into photography. How she wants people to feel in front of the camera. Tips on choosing your wedding photographer and what to look for. What to do if you're feeling awkward about being in front of the camera. Planning the perfect wedding day timeline. A chat about wedding content creators. Thoughts on first looks and photos before the ceremony. What to invest in a wedding photographer and why it's so important. Answering your questions! Wedding planning advice. ...and so much more! Be sure to check out some of Sophie's work on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Follow Sophie: @sophiemilsonphoto

    47. Mental Health & Wedding Planning with Olivia Murdoch, HeadsUp Wellbeing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 46:13


    Olivia Murdoch from HeadsUp Wellbeing joins us on the podcast today. Qualified counsellor and co-founder of HeadsUp Wellbeing - provider of counselling, presentations and courses. Married herself back in 2018, we chatted through her personal experience with wedding planning and also all the mental health challenges that can arise in this season of life. A few things we cover: Liv's wedding planning experience and what she found difficult during that time. The biggest stressors in wedding planning and how to navigate them. Social anxiety on your wedding day. Decision fatigue. Financial stress. Navigating unsolicited opinions and relational issues. How to feel confident on your day and not fall into toxic patterns when it comes to health and feeling pressured to "shred for the wedding". What to do if you have to remove someone from your bridal party or have a difficult conversation. Navigating social media and the comparison trap. Considering therapy and why it's not as scary as you think + could be an amazing asset while wedding planning. Pre-marriage counselling and how to set yourselves up well for marriage. ...and so much more! Follow Brayden & Olivia: @headsup.wellbeing Check out HeadsUp and enquire here. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. B & O's Wedding Vendors: Photographer: @lydiarachelphoto Videographer: @be_joined_films Venue: @marlboroughvintnershotel Dress: @vinkadesign Bridesmaids: @evolutionbridesmaids Suit: @workshopnz Flowers: @pinkpoppiedesignerflorist Hair: @transformoccasionhair Makeup: @asher.artistry

    46. Markovina Wedding with Isabella & Benson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 52:19


    Sign up for free to Shopback via THIS LINK. Use code: KIWIWED5 to get an extra $5 sign-up bonus. Isabella and Benson join us today to share their love story and wedding planning experience. These two are so funny and sweet together, they made me laugh a lot.  A few things we cover: Their love story from teenage crushes, to reconnecting over messages and ending up in London together. A lockdown-style thoughtful proposal that's reminiscent of an iconic movie moment. What it's like planning a NZ wedding from the other side of the world. Thoughtfully planning out the music for the day and how it created memorable moments. The importance of bringing family and friends together, and how they incorporated their special people and Kiwi-Samoan culture into their day. Some standout vendors that made their day incredible. Running an hour late to the ceremony and why it all worked out perfectly. Some incredible advice on how to make sure you are fully present and enjoying the day. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all I & B's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Vendors: Photographer: @jesseandjessieweddings Venue: @markovina_vineyard_estate Celebrant & MC: @natashabowen4u String Quartet: @arcusquartetnz Planner: @goodecompanynz Dress: @heracouture Suit Jacket: @mochee_kent Shirt & Trousers: @johnnybigg Brides Hair & Makeup: @madeupbyruth Bridesmaids Hair & Makeup: @chay_roberts_makeupVideography: @canaanene DJ: @limelightdjnz Flowers: @sweetpeaandgeranium Stationery & Signage: @h.studio.co Rings: @brownsjewellery Cake: @jm.cakery Bridesmaids Dresses: @blakbridesmaids Ceremony Heels: @zign Reception Flats: @asos Bridesmaids Earrings: @helgajewellery Also see Isabella and Benson's wedding featured here: Hera Couture Blog NZ Viva

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