Extraordinary venue for all occasions: Mona Vale Homestead

Making any wedding a special day is its setting, and the choice of venue. In Christchurch, settings don’t come any better for an amazing wedding than historic Mona Vale Homestead. A charming, fully licensed, venue surrounded by 5.5 hectares of elegant landscaped gardens, along the banks of the tranquil Avon River, it makes […]

A fairy tale location: VR Hanmer Springs Retreat

When planning a wedding, the top priority is always the venue. Once that is secured, everything else can be done at a more relaxed pace. For many couples, the desire is for an outdoor wedding that brings a magic of its own – there is nothing like a breathtaking setting for that unforgettable […]

It’s time to celebrate: Jenni Gibson

The celebrant you choose for your wedding day must be the one who can take you through what you thought you would like to have, turn it into a reality and make it memorable. With Jenni Gibson as your celebrant, you know your wedding day will be the day of celebration you had […]

Something new…

As the world transforms, wedding trends in 2021 are taking on a dramatic new life, seizing every precious opportunity to tie the knot and live it up in the moment with loved ones.   WEDDING DRESS – OR PANTS? From flowing frocks to modern and edgy pant suits, no one look is […]

50 shades of silver

When it comes to embracing the grey, there really is something for everyone, it’s a natural process but it does not have to be a gruelling one. When teamed with a precision cut, the result is transformative explains V for Hair and Beauty Master Stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee.   “Just because you have […]

Small changes for your big day

White may be the colour traditionally reserved for weddings, but it seems we’re increasingly looking to harness green in life, as in love. So, what does it mean to have a more sustainable wedding and how do you pull one off? Turns out there a plenty of small changes that can be […]

Thanking the bride tribe

Your bridesmaids, they’ve been by your side through thick and thin and possibly some bridezilla moments to boot! Chances are, they have spent months co-hosting the bridal shower, helping pick and pay for bridesmaids dresses and providing emotional support heading into your big day. So, why not treat them to a little […]

Bridal Bonanza: Canterbury Bride of the Year

The sentiment behind your wedding day is, undoubtedly, the most important aspect, but let’s be honest here, the bride’s entry is the moment that all in attendance are waiting for with baited breath.     That perfect dress which is said to be the focus of attention on a wedding day is […]

50 shades of silver: V for Hair

When it comes to embracing the grey, there really is something for everyone, explains V for Hair and Beauty Master Stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee.                         “Just because you have silver hair coming in and you want to go grey gracefully doesn’t mean […]

Flower Power: Victoria Florists

Flowers bring colour, texture and feeling to your special day. Metropol catches up with Leanne Lovell from Victoria Florists about what colours and varieties we can expect to see adorning upcoming weddings.   How much are floral colour choices for weddings influenced by trends? Mostly as many brides get ideas and are […]