Real Weddings ~ Winter at The Mudbrick

Brodie and Simon are a couple who are madly in love.  From the moment I met these two, I knew that they were meant for each other, and that being invovled with their special day would be a cherished memory for me as well. They married at The Mudbrick last August, so as the weather turns cool again here on Waiheke, I thought it would be timely to share with you some inspiration from their lovely wedding. These amazing photos are by the gifted Jo Wickham, who I had the pleasure of working with a few times over this Summer. Thanks Jo, it's always such a pleasure!

 
Brodie is a true creative, gifted in the art of style so it was simply a matter of bringing her designs together on the day. I was thrilled to be involved with this wedding, as this couple were so relaxed about it all which definitely contributes to the whole day being so effortless and beautiful. Styling incorporated lovely rustic and vintage details. Included were handmade preserves as guest favours, which added a delightful personal touch. 

Photographer: Jo Wickham Photography | Styling: Sophia @My Waiheke | Venue: The Mudbrick | Florist: Enchanted Rose

See more of Jo's beautiful photos from this wedding over at Magnolia Rouge. 

Inspiration~ The Golden Touch

Photographer: Love Katie & Sarah'XO' Letters from EtsyJustin Marantz PhotographyL: Karen Buckle Photography | R: 100 Layer Cake BlogL: bhldn.com | R: sweetoncake.com

Meg & Brandon ~ Real Weddings

What is more beautiful than a hot Summers day on Waiheke? A gorgeous couple, in love, confessing their love to each other, on that beautiful hot Summers day!  That is exactly what happened here at Meg and Brandon's special day at The Goldie Room back in March.  I am pretty excited to be sharing these dreamy images of their wedding with you, courtesy of local photographer Alice Doig.  Alice's work just gets more amazing each time I see it, and I was so happy she was on board for this one!  

When Meg came to us with her vision for the special day,  her request was for a relaxed, fun and colourful vintage style picnic in the vineyard.  We were very happy to oblige!  Lovely details such as Meg's request for a heart made of lemons at the ceremony helped bring in her accent colour of bright yellow. Working at a venue like the Goldie Room makes our job so much easier- the spaces and uniqueness of this Vineyard are really one of a kind.  We made this custom backdrop to hang up in the iconic Pohutukawa tree on the hill which looked great in the breeze.
 
   
 

Always nice to have a change into a fresh flower crown after the ceremony! Meg looking beautiful as ever!

Ok, so this is where the fun begins! Picnic blankets were laid out on the lawn, hay bale seats, vintage wooden crates, a collection of vintage linens, burlap bunting and classic milk bottles for flowers. We sourced an awesome collection of vintage checkered wool picnic blankets in yellows, teals, browns and mustards, which tied in beautifully. It's always so special when a couple incorporate items from the family, and Meg turned up with this great collection of vintage books from her grandparents!

Here is a lovely comment from the Bride, and you can check out more details from this wedding on the Magnolia Rouge Blog.

Our stylist Sophia from My Waiheke did the most amazing job turning my ideas into reality. She brought lots of beautiful pieces to add to the vintage feel. I asked her to create a heart in the grass made from lemons for us to stand in for the ceremony – but she also added so much to that area on top of the hill. It blew my mind arriving to see it looking so pretty.I loved the old books I had collected from my Grandparents collections to pile on table and hay bales.

Styling: Sophia @ My Waiheke | Venue: The Goldie Room | Photographer: Alice Doig Photography

Real Weddings ~ Jenny & Chris

Jenny tied the knot to her sweetheart Chris at The Mudbrick in January, on one of those famous hot, sunny Summer days. I am finally getting around to posting some of our amazing weddings from the season, and this was one of my favourites from The Mudbrick.  Jenny looked gorgeous, Chris was a model groom, and it was a beautifully romantic outdoor ceremony with a very pretty reception to follow.  Thank you to the talented Anna Allport for sharing these fabulous photos with us.
 
 
The reception was adorned with an amazing assortment of Dahlias in fresh corals, peaches, ivory and pinks. Our hanging bud vase backdrop worked perfectly thanks to the team at Wildflower.  Tables included a hint of lace, clusters of vintage tea lights and cut crystal vases, and we even hand-crafted the wooden table numbers to match in the style!  The couple chose a very special way to include guest favours, donations were made to breast cancer charity, which is a cause close to their hearts,  and  sweet thank you cards was placed on each table which was extremely touching.
 
 

Styling: Sophia @ My Waiheke | Photographer: Anna Allport Photography | Florist: Wildflower | Venue: The Mudbrick

Real Weddings~ Katharine & Neil

 

Katharine and Neil are a couple of pretty cool locals, from Onetangi, and it's always rather special when we get to be involved with a Waihetian Wedding! They had a perfect clear blue sky day, which is rather essential when hosting a beach ceremony! Onetangi Beach is their favourite beach, and the ceremony was set up in the shade of a beautiful old Pohutukawa Tree. We adorned the aisle with natural bamboo stakes with hanging bud vases, natural sisal runners and the tree with white lanterns and a gorgeous shell chandelier. 

   
The happy couple were whisked away for a scenic helicopter flight and photos at a neighbouring Island, landing back at Rangihoua The Venue to join their guests for the reception.  Due to the perfect weather, outdoor dining amongst the Olive Grove was set.  Long tables with natural linen napkins, hanging festoon lights and olives all around. This could have been the South of Italy, the relaxed vibe with family and friends, locally produced olive oils, wines and even a home brew!  It all made for a very beautiful evening for a very lovely couple. Congratulations Katharine and Neil!

 
Photography: Knight Hou  | Ceremony Styling: Sophia & Amanda @ My Waiheke | Brides Hair: Amanda Sands Hair | Brides Make-up: Island Beauty | Venue: Rangihoua The Venue