In today’s episode, I'm sharing my lovely chat with Chloe, a recent bride, married at Stoneridge Estate in Queenstown.

A few things we cover:

💜 Getting engaged in the most Gossip Girl-worthy way (yes, at the top of the Empire State Building 😍).

💜 Choosing a destination wedding in Queenstown and why Stoneridge was the perfect venue.

💜 Getting a custom Brooke Tyson Ritual wedding dress made and changing up her look with a beautiful scarf.

💜 DIY stationery and signage: the rewarding (and time-consuming) process.

💜 Navigating wedding planning as a young couple, including budgeting and guest list challenges.

💜 Honouring Samoan culture with a traditional Siva performance.

💜 Overcoming comparison, social media pressure, and finding peace in authenticity.

💜 Honeymooning in Bali and moving overseas right after the wedding.

...and so much more!

Below you can find the handles for all C & D’s vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠ + give us a follow.

Vendors:

Photographer: @pattersonimage

Dress, Veil & Scarf: @brooketysonritual

Venue: @stoneridgeestate

Florals: @flowerroomqueenstown

Celebrant: Dan Ackermann

DJ: @mountainbeatsdjco

Cake: @sophieroseannacakes

Stationery & Signage: @chlotusa

Bride’s Rings: @zoeandmorgan

Groom’s Ring: @michaelhillj

Earrings: @cami.citrine

Bride’s Shoes: @novoshoes

Makeup: @olivia.jane.jenner

Hair: @tussockhairandmakeup

Grooms & Groomsmen Suits: @rembrandt1946

Bridesmiads: @rubytakessnaps + @peppermayo

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