Buy now, decide later: Via Sollertia
This would not be a bridal issue without paying tribute to one of our favourite bespoke creation specialists; Via Sollertia Jewellers. The team at Via Sollertia are skilled professionals who offer amazing services to all of their customers, from finding the perfect diamond or gem for you, to custom creation and maintenance services. […]
Weddings on a budget: Halswell Bakery
When it comes to the big day, you don’t need a big budget… that is if you head to Halswell Bakery! From simple, rustic style cakes, to beautiful fresh sandwich platters, the bakery offers a bespoke service so you can get exactly what you want for your engagement celebration, hen/stag do, the wedding day, or […]
Canterbury’s favourite winery wedding venue Melton Estate
Imagine a place architecturally designed for weddings that was tailored to make your big day everything you wanted and more. Think of an all-weather outdoor wedding chapel and entertaining space that comes complete with lighting and heating. Well… lucky for you, you do not have to imagine. Melton Estate is a boutique winery […]
All scream for ice cream: Ice Cream Charlie
A lot of us have happy memories associated with ice cream – summer nights, walks along the beach, a first date or a 60th anniversary. This tasty treat is a crowd pleaser that brings joy with just one lick. Ice Cream Charlie is home of the Vanilla Ice and, as such, Kiwi hearts are the […]
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 […]
Trends that take the cake
The cake; it continues to occupy that all-important role of wedding centrepiece and this year, wedding cake options are unfolding like blossoms in spring – they are eye-catching, gorgeous, joyous and more wildly diverse than ever! From naked cakes to extravagant drifts of multi-coloured art, from royal lemon and elderflower iced beauties to tiers of […]
Seamless and memorable: Wedding Professionals
Specialising in wedding planning for more than 20 years, Suzanne Carson of Wedding Professionals NZ Planners is dedicated to ensuring your special day is seamless, memorable and personalised. Wedding Professionals offers planning, design and style expertise, and comprehensive packages to suit the happy couple. Destination weddings are also on offer and, with 29 years’ background […]
Better together: Chateau on the Park
Wander through the hidden gardens of Chateau on the Park, a DoubleTree by Hilton and meet the handpicked local wedding suppliers. The team is hosting a one day only wedding showcase on the five-acre property, which boasts a moat, a vineyard and a beautiful rose garden. Join them from 11am-3pm to explore this […]
Will you marry me?: Via Sollertia
Let’s face it, when it comes to proposals of marriage, nothing beats making it an unforgettable one. Who can resist the bended knee, the proffered ring and the view from atop the Eiffel Tower? While it’s winter here, it’s summer over there, but you want this romantic getaway to be perfect – so […]
Bespoke and sentimental: Via Sollertia
The true meaning of bespoke refers to handcrafted design, developed in close consultation with the client. A bespoke ring crafted from a piece of jewellery with sentimental value is a meaningful way of re-creating something beautiful, says designer Clare of Via Sollertia. “We often have customers bring in jewellery from their great grandmother […]
