Man in the mirror

Believe it or not, the wedding isn’t just about the bride to be! We want you to look back at the man in the mirror, before and during the big day, and be happy with what you see. We check out all the latest trends to have you looking dapper on your big day. LOAFERS […]

Love is in the air: GCH Aviation

Helicopters and romance are the perfect pairing – whisking away lovebirds to dream locations, capturing memories to share around the world.     GCH Aviation, or as locals fondly know as Garden City Helicopters, has been safely flying couples and wedding parties for decades, to secluded and spectacular locations. “We have to think differently about […]

Honeymoon Staycation

Honeymoons may be thought of as an opportunity to head off to a far-flung corner of the world, but sometimes a fancy overseas trip may just not be on the bridal cards. We’ve put together our own how-to guide for solidifying a magical marriage on the home turf.     BOOK A LOCAL ROMANTIC HOTEL […]

Exclusively exceptional: IB Fashion & Bridal

IB Fashion & Bridal extends a warm welcome to try on the exclusive wedding attire by multi award-winning designer, Ingrid Brook.                     Recent additions to her exquisite wedding dress collection, housed in shop 54 of The Tannery’s heritage grounds, are Helen Fontaine International and Pollardi European. […]

An exquisite selection: Westende Jewellers

For more than 50 years, family-owned Westende Jewellers has been providing an exquisite selection for the bride and groom.   The spacious Sydenham store showcases an extensive array of New Zealand-made engagement and wedding rings – plus both new and antique jewellery. “We offer many different styles, sizes and combinations of finishes, stones and metals, […]

A place to celebrate! – Rossendale Vineyard

Planning a wedding or family celebration is stressful at the best of times but in recent weeks, planning has become near impossible.     Enter Rossendale Vineyard! With more than 20 years’ experience, this beautiful and unique venue offers the ultimate setting for any celebration, big or small. With in-house catering, experienced and friendly professional […]

Building a bridal bouquet

If you want to add your own personal flair to your big day, why not DIY your own beautiful wedding bouquet? An increasing number of brides-to-be are getting hands-on with the flowers with their bridesmaids ahead of the wedding. So grab the girls and make a party out of it! Check out our top tips […]

Stunning bridal bouquets: Victoria Florists

When Leanne Lovell of Victoria Florist began her floristry career 35 years ago, dried flowers were all the rage and now they’re back, mixing it up with fresh flowers and looking lovelier than ever!   “The differing textures and fabulous colour variations add another dimension of quality to the bouquet that’s simply stunning,” Leanne says. […]

Honeymoon in Hanmer: Clear Ridge Apartments

The honeymoon is arguably the best time of any wedding. The stress is gone, the planning is over and it’s finally time to relax with your new life partner.     The honeymoon is arguably the best time of any wedding. The stress is gone, the planning is over and it’s finally time to relax […]

Accessorising for the big day

Bridal accessories may just be the icing on the wedding cake when it comes to the big day – and this year beholds beautiful pieces aplenty. We’re pleased to present the best bridal accessories we can expect to see heading down the aisle this year.   Vogue veils Veils are the icing on the cake […]