Bride & Groom #99 Summer - Autumn 2020

THIS ISSUE’S COVER: Gown: John Zimmermann Couture www.johnzimmermanncouture.com See more of this gown on page 93 Flowers: Dianna Marie - Think Flowers www.diannamarie.co.nz Jewellery: Cathy Pope Jewellery www.cathypope.co.nz Venue: Flatwhite, Waihi Beach www.flatwhite.co.nz Photographer: Lesley Walker Hair & makeup: Nikki Lovrich www.nikkilovrichmakeup.co.nz Model: Bridie from 62 Management See behind the fashion scenes www.brideandgroom.co.nz Dear Readers, Hooray! The weather is warm, the days are long and wedding season is in full swing! Whether you’re basking in the glow of being newly engaged, or deep in the throes of wedding planning, this issue of Bride & Groom magazine has plenty of hot tips and cool ideas for you. You can’t beat advice from those that have ‘been there and done that’, so on page 14 we share must-read pearls of wisdom from…

REBECCA’S ADVICE • Be true to yourself and only invite those who bring joy to your lives. Don’t feel guilty about cutting out that distant relative you see once in a blue moon. • Have a steamer handy! It will quickly get rid of the cheeky creases that magically appear on dresses and suits. • Have a thorough event plan. Include the phone numbers of all your suppliers and two contact people on the day – not the bride and groom because they should be putting their feet up! HANNAH'S ADVICE • If you can, try and prioritise a videographer into your wedding budget. While this may seem like a ‘nice to have’ you will be forever thankful that you chose to hire one. A wedding video will bring the…

Four floors of wedding specialists We’ve brought together the best wedding specialists in the country, for you to source all the products and services you need for your special day, all in one place, on one day. Whatever your wedding style or budget, the Bride & Groom Wedding Show has it covered – from fashion to florists, wedding planners, venues and photographers to cake designers, jewellers, honeymoon destinations, cars, marquees and more. You’ll be able to take in a fashion show, taste delicious cakes, hear live music, smell bouquets and try a bridal makeover. Show specials and prizes On Show day there will be lots of special offers and discounts from wedding specialists, plus giveaways, door prizes, and many amazing wedding and honeymoon competitions to enter. Follow us on instagram.com/nzbrideandgroom,…

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