Bostock Winery Wedding in the Hawke's Bay

First of many at Bostock Winery

Spent the long weekend in the sunny Hawke’s Bay for the wedding of Anna and Sam at Bostock Winery. It’s first official wedding meant everything was unique and original and being able to be a part of that occasion was a privilege.

Married in front a great crew of people from all of the country and even a few who made the commitment to travel from overseas with the compulsory 2 week quarantine just showed how much Anna and Sam meant to their people.

Here’s a few snaps from their wedding day.

Venue Bostock Winery | Dress Kenny & Harlow | Cake Gen the Baker | Florals Lushka | BM Dresses Evolution | Rings McClurgs | MUA Candice Dear | Hair Abby Schofield | Catering Posh Nosh Catering | Hire Miss Frou Frou | Muisc Stolen Records

Ashtyn and Jack big trucking wedding at Harrisville Speedway in Ohakea

My first venture out to Harrisville Speedway for the wedding of Ashtyn and Jack. Hay Bales, trucks, a country western outdoor area and a speedway oval - can’t get much more speedway Palmy than that can ya!

A few snaps from the pit crew.

Venue Harrisville Speedway Ohakea | Dress Etcetera Bridal | BM Dresses Chiffon boutique | Rings Max Wilson Diamond Jeweller | Stationery Graphics Hq | MUA Joleneguillumscott - Makeup Artist | Cake The Cakery | Flower Wall Floral Designs

Tipi's, Clear Marquees and Sperry Tents for your wedding day

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Tipi's, Clear Marquees, Sperry Tents and Alfresco

Someone has dropped a knee and popped the question and you’ve said yes. Now you want to hold your wedding day but you don’t know where to look to book your venue.

If you’re lucky enough to have a bit of space on the farm or a section or a venue with a bit of a clearing, here’s a list of some great alternatives to creating your own unique wedding venue. From unique looking Tipi Tents, to clear marquees to Sperry Tents, take a look at the options below.

Feel free to get in touch if you’re after more info and drop me a line at hello@davidle.co.nz

Tipi Tents | Topkata

Much of the unique character and charm of the TopKåta Tipi can be put down to the poles - natural, practical, environmentally friendly and truly beautiful.  Each pole is created from 100 year old, late-maturing, chemical-free Spruce sourced from sustainable forests in Sweden.  The cold causes these trees to grow very slowly, producing exceptionally strong timber.  The TopKåta Tipi canvas are custom made, lightweight, waterproof and wind resistant, offering sustainable, eco-friendly solution to the PVC normally used in marquee structures.

Featured wedding Penelope + Mikey on Together Journal | Website Topkata Tipi Tents

Clear Marquees | Party Up

Have an amazing view and want to be able for you and your guest to enjoy them but also want some shelter from the elements? A clear marquee is the perfect option to enjoy those 360 degree views.

Featured wedding Tara + Lee featured on Wild Hearts | Website Party Up

Sperry Tents | Flagship Events

These are classic handmade ivory coloured sailcloth and Spruce pole tents that require no lining or frilly detailing.

The natural colour of the sailcloth reflects a warm and embracing light viewed from both inside and out. The high sides which can be covered or left open as required, provide for perfect sightlines and extended views whether standing or seated within the tent.

Featured wedding Nicole + Logn featured at NZ Weddings Magazine | Website Flag Ship Events

Alfresco Lounging | Flock Events

Don’t want to be boxed in by four walls. Why not forgo a marquee or tent altogether and dine and party under the stars alfresco styles. You can create beautiful spaces with the helps of Mustard Folk, Flock Events, Love Club Hire and many more by setting up lounging and cocktail areas for you and you guests to chill and mingle on your special day.

Featured wedding Kate + Hamish featured on Wild Hearts | Website Mustard Folk, Flock Events, Love Club Hire

Featured in the first edition of The Style Edit by Together Journal

Welcome to the very first Together Journal Style Edit. A curated collection of styled settings designed to inspire couples who are about to embark on their wedding journey.

Although vastly different in style, the editorials within share an understated, achievable aesthetic. We favour a lighter touch, scenes that work with the location they are set within and encouraging couples to let their personal style shine through. After all, it’s your own special day, do what you love and what makes you happy!

Check out the full first edition over at Together Journal

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and for the full feature of the shoot over at Wild Hearts

Photography: David Le | Venue: St Georges Restaurant | Styling: Samantha Gerard Wild Hearts | Gown: L’eto Bridal | Rings: Karen Walker Atelier | Flora: Botanical Lane| Hair & Makeup: Charlotte Lindsay-Sales | Nails: Jerilee Nail Stylist | Shoes: Chaos & Harmony | Furniture: Flock Events | Stationery: Society of Loves | Cake: Pretty Little Details Co | Glassware, Candles & Cutlery: Miss Frou Frou | Linen: Tble. Linen | Model: Madison, Portfolio Management

Kauribay Boomrock Auckland Wedding of Chelsea and Brad featured on Together Journal

Having adventures and making new memories is our favourite, whether it be a glamping getaway, a hike somewhere in the outdoors or trying a new café. Our adventures are even better when its somewhere that our two dogs Jake and Ella can also come with us.

Read the full feature over at Together Journal here.

Ceremony + Reception location: Kauri Bay Boomrock | Photographer: David Le Photographer |  Celebrant: Martin Mackenzie (family friend) | Entertainment: Mixtape Brothers & Matt Samuels | Flora: Lila Rose Floral | Catering + Beverages: Mister Gelato | Cake: Rachel Wilcox (family friend) | Bride’s Gown: Made with Love Bridal | Groom’s Suit: Rodd & Gunn (Jacket) / Hallenstein Brothers (chinos) | Rings: Paul Taylor Jewellers | Bride’s shoes:- Novo Shoes Groom’s shoes: Merchant 1948 | Other jewellery: Daniel Wellington (bracelet), Made with Love Bridal (earrings) | Makeup: Shannon Mitchell | Hair: Ashlee | Fragrance: Tiffany & Co. (hers) Sauvage (his) | Bridesmaids: The Stock Room | Groomsmen: Hallenstein Brothers

Winter Wellington Wedding at the Milk Station

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Jaime and Damien taking a stroll around The Milk Station

Another beautiful Wellington Winter Wedding at one of the best venues in the region and New Zealand, The Milk Station in Otaki.

Covid got in the way of Jaimie and Damien’s original plans for an autumn wedding, but with the help of some of the local regions best vendors, they pulled off a stunner of a day.

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Venue The Milk Station | Dress Bridal Studio | Rings Cameron Jewellers | Cake Cake Friday | Hair Sarah Higgins | MUA Emily Makeup Etc | Music Trio Bella | Catering Nosh