Exquisitely romantic: weddings at The Vineyard at Rossendale
The Vineyard at Rossendale is an exquisitely romantic wedding venue, created especially for the occasion. The ambience and space, flexibility and flow, are unsurpassed for a perfect day. Floor to ceiling windows form a vista through 10 acres of pinot noir grapes. With room for up to 200, the functional floorplan allows the bridal table […]
Beautiful bridal slumber parties: you can have a (grown-up) slumber party with Little Slumbers for your bridal shower
Amongst magical settings and themed tents, Little Slumbers began as a children’s slumber party business. Owner Jen Collett, a teacher turned event stylist, also owns local event style and hire business The Little Carousel. After a number of requests for adult slumber parties, Jen decided to branch out one step further and came up with […]
Delicious travelling feasts : Twentyfour Catering puts on a good spread
‘Have kit, will travel’ is Twentyfour Catering’s mantra. The team specialises in weddings throughout the South Island, and owner and Chef Chantelle Quinn says the flexibility to travel means the team can conjure up delicious feasts anywhere, often with just two ovens and a barbeque. “We are very versatile and have said yes to every […]
Setting a beautiful scene: Bramble Grove is the Instagram-perfect location for your wedding day
Under new ownership since June 2017, romantic Bramble Grove’s weddings are stress-free and memorable, thanks to warm hospitality from wedding coordinator extraordinaire Liz Breach and her husband Jason. Enchanting gardens set a beautiful scene for the service, bridal walk, exploring and photos. The Garden Pavilion filters the sunlight by day and twinkles with fairy lights […]
A luxurious lodge: French Farm Winery is the boutique wedding venue you must see
French Farm Winery is unique. A boutique luxury lodge in French provincial style with commanding views of Akaroa harbour, exceptional accommodation and meandering streams and birdlife. There is a special tranquillity to it. Located at French Farm, not far from Akaroa, there are four luxury ensuite studios with kitchenettes, a courtyard area and spa. French […]
For every season : weather and weddings when to tie the knot
Whether you want a winter wonderland or a spring soiree, every season can play to its strengths; it just comes down to which of the weather gods you want to work their magic on your big day. While we don’t like to deal in cliches, we are keen advocates of what each season is synonymous […]
Wedding dress perfection: Why you need to go see Brides of Merivale before you commit (to a dress)
It’s the beautiful, comfortable environment that makes Brides of Merivale so welcoming. Adding to that, an exclusive range of beautiful wedding gowns and professional, friendly staff, makes this one of the most popular destinations for discerning brides-to-be. Part of the excellent service Brides of Merivale offers is the couturiere that greets each bride at their […]
Have your cake and eat it too: a non-traditional approach to wedding cakes
Once upon a time, wedding cakes were a one size fits all affair – that is to say, dried fruit and white fondant were the order of the day. That was – of course – pre-Instagram. As our cake creations have become increasingly elaborate, they are taking a bigger bite out of the bridal budget. […]
Bridal gown style guide: how to choose “The Dress” for your dream wedding
The sentiment and commitment of any wedding day are, of course, the most important statements, but let’s be honest, the piece de resistance – the moment that leaves guests waiting with bated breath – is the entrance of the bride in her chosen attire, most traditionally, a gown. If you are planning your big moment […]
Editor’s Perspective: on love, marriage and weddings
“He felt now that he was not simply close to her, but that he did not know where he ended and she began,” Leo Tolstoy, Anna Karenina Whether it’s tying the knot, getting hitched, or simply taking one’s hand, when it comes to unions, there’s something pretty special about the one that links two people […]
