wedding

With friends and family spread across Australia and Papua New Guinea, Bali was the perfect middle ground for Courtenay Salter and Ashlon Chue to exchange vows in their dream destination. An engagement that came from a lifelong friendship, this tropical fairytale wedding left nothing to be desired for both the glowing couple and their well traveled guests. Drawing inspiration from their...

From the wide open space of a rustic farm to an intimate little spot under the vines, the options are both spectacular and endless when planning an outdoor wedding. Weather you settle on a view of the mountains, water or hills – the key to a beautiful outdoor wedding is seamlessly complimenting your surroundings. Think raw materials such as burlap...

For those leaning towards a minimalist aesthetic for your wedding day, allow the beauty to be in the simplicity when it comes to wedding decor. Keep the details uncomplicated, the colours soft and muted and the materials natural. Sometimes less really is more and keeping it simple can be effortlessly beautiful. A touch of greenery will bring out the subtlety...

Make-Up Artist Christina Dellar's philosophy is simple - it’s the imperfections that make us beautiful. In fact the name for her blog Freckles & Blush came one day when she was working on a woman who had asked for her 'ugly' freckles to be covered up. Christina replied, “Are you kidding freckles with a pop of blush on top is...

Retreating to an enchanted garden in North Canterbury to exchange vows was a dream come true for Mildred&Co couple Rebeka and Chris. The pair first met five years ago at a birthday dinner with mutual friends, and the rest reads as a story of dating, friendship, travel, a proposal and of course, their wedding. It was while living abroad in...

  Your relationship is unique to the two of you, therefore shouldn't your engagement ring reflect this as a treasured symbol of union? A traditional diamond solitaire isn't for everyone, and it was with this in mind that Zoe & Morgan recently released The Engagement & Wedding Collection, the label's first venture into the world of knee-bending, champagne poppin', last...

Whether you fancy yourself as a bohemian beauty, modern romantic or wild child, flowers are key to creating your wedding’s aesthetic, but not limited to the bridal bouquets and venue. A halo of flowers in your hair can create a stunning finish to complete your look, a truly romantic symbol on the most romantic of days. From stephanotis, that signify...

                               For couples choosing to wed during the winter months, a world of ambiance and warmth is yours for the styling. Imagine a dark, chilly evening lit with the glow of candles and your guests dressed in sophisticated glamour. Think elegant long-sleeve gowns, blush cheeks and autumnal...

Mildred&Co dove into the world of pretty blooms for a second time recently, collaborating with the lovely Lucy Houghton of Lu Diamond Flowers after such a successful first event last year. Saturday, April 11 saw the Mildred&Co showroom filled with beautiful flower varieties, all hand-selected for those attending. Guests were invited to learn Lucy’s trade tricks for floral table styling, all while...

With career highlights that include working with international fashion magazines, and several of the world's best editorial photographers, Auckland-based make up artist Aimie Fiebig is at the top of her beauty game. We get the inside scoop on the life of a beauty expert, and solicit advice on how to achieve makeup that will reveal your most radiant, gorgeous self...

The magnificent welcome billboard at the local airport in Patagonia. Alex and Sofia posing alongside the official wedding mascot, Darth Vader, who happens to be Alex's favourite space character. Day 1 of 3: Arriving on horseback for the gaucho (Argentinian-cowboy) picnic. Wedding guests Constance Jablonski & Iman Izemrane in their gaucho outfits. One of Alex's groomsmen surprised the couple and...

Some weddings don't need an introduction, nor a discussion of themes; they float perfectly fine on their own. Pigeonholing the day into a type, say 'rustic' or 'modern' seems to fall short of a more wonderful reality. This is especially true of Madeleine and Jonathan's wedding; an honest, elegant affair that marked their beginning as a married couple after seven...