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
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