Big news! This week the government voted to legalize marriage for all couples in New Zealand – regardless of gender or sexual orientation. The bill passed with a majority vote of 77 to 44, and will come into affect on the 19 August 2013. I know this can be a tricky subject for some people, [...]

There are a number of different things to think about when picking out invitations for your wedding. From envelope options to paper weight to colors and font size, the amount of wedding invitation ideas available will boggle the mind. Being aware of the etiquette as it relates to the invitations for your wedding can assist you [...]

I’m about to take a bold step into uncharted territory. In the next month I’ll be purchasing my next Ipad. That’s right, from 2013, this NZ wedding celebrant is going digital. The iPad presents a unique solution to a problem I’ve been having conducting wedding ceremonies for some time. As I am vision-impaired (I’m considered [...]

Wedding rings – a vital part of many wedding ceremonies, and that eternal reminder of the vows you make on your wedding day. The wedding ring is also the international symbol of “hand’s off” – letting others on the prowl know that you’re spoken for. When choosing wedding rings, the important thing is to find [...]

If you’re shy, nothing sounds worse than standing up in front of a crowd of people and saying your wedding vows or giving a speech. For many shy brides and grooms, their loathing of talking in front of others can mar what should be a happy day. If you suffer from shyness, here are a [...]

When it comes to a wedding, even the most laid-back lasses can turn into uber control freaks. And who can blame you? You’ve spent months planning every detail and laying down the dosh for the event – so how does anyone expect you to just let go of the reins as your wedding day approaches? [...]