by Johanna Osborne

In the dawn of everything “wedding” being more important than ever, and every last detail being taken into consideration, it’s only natural that transport features high on the list of priorities for eager brides and grooms who want their wedding to be chic, fabulous and of course to make a dazzling entrance. The wedding day transportation you choose can say a lot about you and your personal style, so it is important to choose something that you feel most comfortable with, not to mention proud of!

Everyone remembers how they got somewhere, the ride to a special place is symbiotic with the excited anticipation that goes with looking forward to something special, and adds to the full flavour of the day. Think of your first school ball, your first date, your first holiday – all these journeys were significant and arriving there was almost as good as the actual event. As they say, life is a journey not a destination, so why not make the most important journey of your life in style. Arriving at the church or ceremony with your girlfriends and beloved Dad in tow, and travelling for the first time as husband and wife… well the car that transports you must be carefully considered so that you get the most out of these amazing moments – think memories, comfort, fun and of course photographs!

The Limo Club are true experts in their field and can help make your wedding day a special, totally unforgettable and super entertaining experience for you and your bridal party. Today we chat with Seth Zorn from The Limo Club who fills us in on everything we need to know about this hot new company.

1. The Limo Club offers a range of cool options. In your opinion which is the best way for a bride and groom and their wedding party to travel on their wedding day?

We think Limos are great for weddings – they give you lots of space, are more comfortable than squeezing everyone into separate cars, and let the whole bridal party travel together. Your wedding day is a special day, and getting around in style is a must. Limos also offer great photo opportunities, especially when the weather’s bad.

2. Why choose the Limo Club – what sets you apart from the rest?
The Limo Club offers you the complete package – our drivers are polite, courteous, know their way around town and will get you from A to B in style. Not to mention you will turn a lot of heads along the way!

3. What special offers can you tempt us with?
The Limo Club runs a great offer, where return customers get 20% off their next hire.

4. Any other detail/information you’d like to share with us and our readers?
Hen’s/bachelorette parties are proving very popular right now – a pink hummer and champagne can provide the ultimate platform for an amazing girls’ night out. Of course stag parties are also on the rise with many guys taking this option, as it’s a social way to travel and awesome to get the party started en route. Also kids parties are also very trendy at the moment – we recently had a dozen thirteen year olds surprised with a ride to a nail salon and lazer strike in our Pink Hummer. And Christmas party bookings are already taking off – employers are surprising their staff with a drive from the office around town, stopping to do some fun shopping before arriving at their Christmas party venue. Hiring a limo means you can take the whole office together, everyone can have a good time and enjoy themselves, and no one gets stuck being the sober driver. Basically there’s a limo experience to suit everyone!

 

The Limo Club
0800 999 111
[email protected]
www.thelimoclub.co.nz

H2 Hummer Limousine (Pink) Pink exterior, 15 Seater, 175″ Stretch, Black and Pink Leather interior, ‘J’ Seating, Chrome Alloys, Privacy Divider, Climate Air Conditioning/Heating, 15″ DVD screen, Front screen, CD player, Extensive Theatre Sound System, Fibre Optic Mirrored Ceiling, Fibre Optic Mirrored Bar with Ice Chests, Champagne Flutes and Chrystal Spirit Tumblers, Juke Box & Dance Floor.

H2 Hummer Limousine (Black) Black exterior, 15 Seater, 175″ Stretch, Black and Blue Leather interior, ‘J’ Seating, Chrome Alloys, Privacy Divider, Climate Air Conditioning/Heating, 15″ DVD screen, Front screen, CD player, Extensive Theatre Sound System, Fibre Optic Mirrored Ceiling, Fibre Optic Mirrored Bar with Ice Chests, Champagne Flutes and Chrystal Spirit Tumblers.

Chrysler 300c Series Limousine Black Exterior, 10 Seater, 175″ Stretch, ‘J’ Seating, Grey Leather, Chrome Alloys, Privacy Divider, Climate Air Conditioning/Heating, 2×10″ DVD screens, CD player, Surround Sound System, Fibre Optic Mirrored Ceiling, Fibre Optic Mirrored Bar with Ice Chests, Champagne Flutes and Spirit Tumblers.

by Johanna Osborne

Helen Forster’s new boutique on Level 2, 85 Victoria Street Te Aro is light, spacious, easily accessible and just totally awesome. And of course it goes without saying that we took great delight in helping Helen toast to her fabulous new premises on Tuesday night. Guests were in for a real treat as the bubbly flowed and the happy chatter echoed on well into the night. The divine hors-d’oeuvres and signature rosebuds by Simply Food went down a treat and ensured everyone was well and truly looked after. And we shan’t forget about the darling handmade cookies by Decorarda, these were – as usual – simply amazing.

On this most special of evenings, it was plain to see how many fans, friends, supporters, admirers and loyal family Helen has, and it gave us great joy to see her new space so beautifully christened by so many well wishers.

Helen’s gorgeous designs are everywhere, both in sketch form as well as in reality – and the beautiful creations on display most certainly evoke the romance and excitement so fondly associated with weddings, and the sparkly shoes on standby for brides to try on simply scream glamour. I felt like a little girl in a dress up boutique, there’s just nothing better.

Helen’s incredible enthusiasm, easy and fun manner coupled with her professional can-do approach make this talented designer a must-visit for every bride to be. With a hot new central city work space and wedding season now in full swing Helen is busier than ever, but she welcomes new brides and loves nothing more than a no obligation consultation where the wheels can be set in motion, and little ideas can turn into big dreams… and best of all – an achievable reality!

“Come dress yourself in love, let the journey begin.”
-Francesca da Rimini

www.helenforsterbridal.com
Level 2
85 Victoria Street
# 021 042 4230

Miranda Milllen from Miranda Millen Makeup Artistry, Helen Forster and Yvette from The Piccadilly Flower Company

Jennifer Crehan, Helen Forster and Rebecca Connor from Rebecca Connor from Rebecca Connor Boutique Mobile Styling

From left: Jess O'Brien from Jess O'Brien Photography, Miranda Millen, Larissa Warren from Fineline Photography and of course the star of the night, Helen Forster!

Johanna, Helen and Paula (not to mention the gorgeous gowns in the background!)

From left: Johanna, Paula, Helen, Larissa, Miranda and Jess

by Johanna Osborne

8th September 2013: a glorious sunny day to be out and about in the coolest little capital, and many brides and grooms-to-be seemed to agree with us, for they flocked to this weekend’s not-to-be-missed event at Shed 6, The Wellington Wedding Show!

Gosh, we loved meeting so many cool couples, and it was a delight to hear of your plans and ideas. And of course it was an honour to present our lucky competition winners with their awesome prizes –there were so many happy and excited faces about the divine Antipodes products. You can see many of them for yourself below in our lengthy snapshot photo gallery. There’s just nothing like making someone’s day! Everyone also went ga-ga over the gorgeous biscuits by the amazing Decorada – if you got to try one you were very lucky, they ran out quickly!

And whilst there were many prizes that you could enter to win before and on the actual day (including the fabulous click/snap/bam competition that we are still running in conjunction with Salute Hair and Day Spa and The Amazing Travelling Photobooth on our Facebook page) the day was not only about that… it was about presenting brides and grooms (and their entourages!) with options, ideas and inspiration, and our wonderful exhibitors certainly did not disappoint. Every single exhibitor put an incredible amount of work into their stalls to show you a slice of their business and give you a taste of what it is they do. These people are the best in the business and we were so proud to have them all there. And despite our Spring Show being a slightly smaller, more boutique style show, the feedback has been consistent – everyone thought there was a good cross-section of suppliers and an amazing amount of ideas and choice available. Exhibitors and visitors alike felt that the slightly smaller show allowed for more time and quality of discussion, which gave way to a more relaxed pace. But regardless, the day simply flew by and whilst there were still droves of people and lines out the door at various times, the flow of people was staggered and the day just seemed to go seamlessly. We were so pleased, especially as everyone appeared to have so much fun, and at the end of the day that’s what it’s all about – enjoying this most special time of your lives and allowing those that know weddings best to help you along the way with your precious journey.

Come and have a look at our gallery of the shiny happy people that stopped by the MR &MRS stand – and feel free to tag/share our post if you know someone in our pictures! For more photos of the whole event check out our FB page – our talented team Jess O’Brien and Craig Christensen have taken some amazing photographs of exhibitors, visitors – the whole she-bang, so don’t miss those!

Paula and Johanna at the MR & MRS stand ready for the day ahead!

One of my neighbours on the MR & MRS stand - Trish from the incredible Simply Food!

My neighbour on the other side - the gorgeous Katie at the Paula Bevege Events stand

Johanna and Dion from The Amazing Travelling Photobooth

Some of my first visitors - these ladies came all the way from Hawkes Bay for our show!

Lucky Antipodes Winners!

Paula with one of the many cool couples to visit our Show

These ladies were so much fun!

The gang - a mix of family, good friends and amazing helpers - and one is Paula's husband, can you guess who?

Always a pleasure meeting such awesome brides and their bridesmaids

Decorada's cookies sure made a lot of people very happy!

More lovely ladies

Some more avid MR & MRS readers

A lucky Antipodes prize winner!

It was so nice to meet so many couples so excited about planning their big day

Matching stripes- these two were awesome fun!

We were impressed by the number of enthusiastic grooms at this show!

Blue and yellow - perfect colours for Spring!

Hot off the press - MR & MRS issue 5!

These 2 friends are very excited to both be getting married and are even bridesmaids at each other's wedding!

A happy couple looking forward to their big day - these 2 have enlisted the help of Paula Bevege as their wedding planner

Great friends having a great time

Another lovely couple to stop by our stand and say hi

These ladies were rapt to have won an Antipodes prize via our FB competition!

These 3 were simply amazing -so happy and were having a blast!

The lucky piñata winners with Mary from Craft House, the company who so cleverly made it!

Happy friends, great times

These 2 gorgeous gals were lucky winners too!

Paula and Carl from Salute Hair and Day Spa - and both have amazing hair, coincidence? We think not!

We just love this shot - from left Carl, Belinda with daughter Sophie, Katie and Paula - 3 sisters!

Johanna with the stunning Kenzy from For Every Minute, who is wearing one of their divine products

We are sure these 2 are going to have an awesome wedding if their personalities are anything to go by!

Off duty exhibitors - Miranda Millen from Miranda Millen Make Up Artistry and Yvette from the Piccadilly Flower Company

Johanna and Paula with the gorgeous Jess from one of our favourite blogs, J&J

Another cool couple to visit our MR & MRS stand

Our awesome designer Craig from Graphic Solutions with Miranda and Yvette

I was stationed opposite these guys for the day - from The Good Chemistry Catering Company and they had the most amazing and popular brownies!

We heart these guys - so talented and lovely too! Jess O'Brien Photographer and her husband-to-be Craig Christensen from Graphic Solutions, the outstanding design team behind our pride and joy, MR & MRS magazine!!

by Johanna Osborne

A good catering company is worth its weight in gold. There’s nothing more reassuring for a bride and groom than knowing that their guests are going to have a great time, enjoy themselves and rave about the food, rather than stopping off at McDonald’s on the way home! Tim Ward, passionate and talented owner of The Good Chemistry Catering Company, gets it and he wants to work together with you to wow your guests, no matter what your tastes, preferences, budget or venue choice – the options are endless here and it’s fair to say we are truly spoilt for choice with something for everyone! We love a hard worker and someone who is passionate about food, so let’s hear what Tim has to say…

1. Tim, how long have you had The Good Chemistry Catering Company and what was your inspiration for starting it?
Good Chemistry Catering has been running for three years and was inspired by a desire to create a special place with exceptional food and exceptional service, utilizing local resources and local talent which Wellington has an abundance of.

2. You have several venues – how would you describe them and what kind of couple/wedding would they best suit?

The Hunter Lounge is a large flexible space; it suits large weddings of all different styles and budgets. This venue has a dark sultry natural beauty which is brought to life instantly with a ceiling of festoon party lights.

Milk and Honey Café is light and bright stylish and modern with commanding views over Wellington City and a North facing sunny courtyard. Taking its name from the honey comb ceiling and white walls, Milk and Honey has our best culinary talent and can serve a range of menu design from a simple afternoon tea through to a multi course set menu.

3. What sort of packages can you offer brides and grooms?
We package menu choices, hire equipment, staffing and corkage and provide a per head price with no surprises. Our focus is to help guide our clients through the wedding experience by gently divulging our knowledge and offering support and service along the way, there are so many little tasks that need to be done on the day which can easily be taken on by our team, we are the first to arrive and the last to leave so let us work for you.

4. Best advice for couples getting married?

Plan for yourselves not anyone else, remember on the day to let go, what will be, will be! Allow your friends and family to pick up any slack. That is what they are there for.

 

www.goodchemistry.co.nz
[email protected]
# 463 5702

 

Look at what Good Chemistry Catering can do for you!

A possible table option

The beautiful Milk and Honey setting

The awesome Hunter Lounge

VUW Council Chamber where you can have your ceremony

VUW Council Chambers - a one stop shop allowing for ease and convenience as well as great photos!

The Hunter Lounge

by Johanna Osborne

The big day is nearly here, with lots of excitement and cheer! Magic and fun everywhere, yes it’s the best day of the whole year! What are we talking about? The Wellington Wedding Spring Show on Sunday 8th September at Shed 6 of course! That’s this coming Sunday kids!

If you have visited one of our fabulous wedding shows before you will know what to expect and you will be just as excited as we are as the date draws near. If you haven’t had the pleasure, then even better –you are in for a treat!

The Wellington Wedding Show prides itself on putting on a stylish, fun, varied and interesting day for brides and grooms to be, so that they can inform themselves by meeting with, chatting to and seeing firsthand what some of the finest wedding suppliers in NZ can offer them. It’s one giant party with lots of things to see, taste, smell, listen to and win! Your senses will be rewarded and you will come away feeling enriched and empowered. It’s amazing what’s on offer and what incredible ideas and inspiration you can gain just from breathing the same air as some of these incredibly talented wedding suppliers, who have been in the business of making magical weddings happen for years and years.

Don’t take our word for it though, check out Jono Tucker’s short film of our last show on our homepage www.wellingtonweddingshow.com – you will be amazed at how cool a Wedding Show can be!

So why not make a day of it?! Come along for some tasty treats, great sounds (live performances!), chances to win amazing prizes and opportunities to meet and greet the coolest people. Not to mention get your hands on the hotly anticipated brand new copy of MR & MRS issue 5! On Sunday 8th September Shed 6 is the place to be – no doubt about it baby! It’s going to be a super great action-packed show, but we promise there will be no twerking!!

The Wellington Wedding Show
Shed 6
September 8th 2013
10am to 3.30pm