Pearl Bridal

What do you do when customers tell you that bridal dress options aren’t ticking their boxes? If your name is Cris Roberts, you create your own boxes, and then start ticking them with your first bridal collection.


Beth + Matt by Maja Tsolo

I am famous amongst my friends for talking a LOT, and normally a lot of nonsense. We got our wedding video back and couldn’t stop laughing at my speech. I went on every tangent you could think of, I lost my train of thought and fumbled my words but it was so funny. And so … Read more


Charlotte + Jonathan by Fay Carey

I was inspired by ‘Love shack Fancy’ – lots of pretty pinks, large bows, lace table cloths, buckets of flowers and vintage couches. We said black tie festival so guests would dress up. I believe if people make an effort, they feel good, which sets the mood.




Wedding Open Day at Chateau on the Park – 2 April

Looking for a gorgeous garden wedding venue to celebrate your special day? See what Christchurch has to offer for your special day at Chateau on the Park, Christchurch – A DoubleTree by Hilton Wedding Open Day this coming April.


Tashia + Cam by Lovegood Images

One thing we didn’t even notice at the time but laugh about now is the fact we kept kissing and giggling throughout the whole ceremony. I think we were both nervous to be standing in front of so many people so we just focused on each other and then afterward realised how funny that must … Read more


Britt + Ed by The Beginning Studio

We love hip hop and R&B music so having a fun playlist was key. We walked down the aisle to 50 Cent when we got married and we cut the cake to Eminem which went viral on TikTok! It was so important to not do everything traditional and ensured it reflected our personality.


Stef + Damian by Rachel Leiner

About 20 of our closest family took a party bus to the wedding and were stuck in traffic—they almost missed the ceremony. We held off as long as we could, and they finally made it! My wedding party and day-of coordinator did their best to keep Damian and I oblivious to this hiccup, but we … Read more


Issue 28 Gift Wishlist

Find the best gifts for everyone with our Issue 28 Gift Wishlist. For this issue, we’ve put together an assortment of gift ideas, from quirky home staples to fashion pieces that are trendy and fun.


Summer + Aleksey by Pinewood Weddings

We moved from Chicago to Dallas and it was our first time living together. After only a few months, the country went into total lockdown. It was a little scary at first, but it ended up being so great for our relationship. We grew even closer and learned so much about one another. With so … Read more