The beautiful, talented Gabrielle Houghton joins us on the podcast today. Recent bride, and wedding vendor herself being a makeup artist. This is one of those big, juicy ones you will get a lot out of! A few things we cover: Gabrielle and Kale's love story + a little bit unconventional proposal. The importance of family, values and following what is true to you. Struggling initially with finding "the" dress + wanting something different to all your clients. Some beautiful, thoughtful touches on the day like, walking down the aisle to sound bowls, customised his and hers cocktails, a second dress and really good food! A few things she might have done differently. An honest chat about budget, and why so much of what we see online is actually out of reach for most people. Why they didn't get the post-wedding blues. Her advice for couples planning their wedding right now. How Gabby got into makeup and what the process looks like to book a makeup artist. Why you might not need a makeup trial. What you need to do to prep your skin to look its best on your wedding day. What we are going to see more of in wedding makeup. What you should expect to invest in a makeup artist and what to look for when trying to find one. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all G & K's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at @thekiwiweddingpodcast + give us a follow. Follow Gabby: @gabriellehoughtonmua @gabbyhoughtonn @ghacademynz Vendors: Photographer: @sapphirestudios___ Dress: @brooketysonritual Bride's Makeup: @gabriellehoughtonmua Bridesmaid's Makeup: @makeupby_kendal assisted by @annaclausenmakeup Hair: @hannstech_hair assisted by @hairbyzahrajade Florals: @chloelefleur Suit: @rjbdesign Food: @creameatery Drinks/Bar: @mrpicklesnz Linen: @tble__linen__hire Cakes: @sweetiesbydan Signage: @withlove_ltd Content: @thecontentfairynz Sound Bowls: @soulbird.nz Hire: @lucyseventhire Reception Dress: @khirzadfemme Earrings: @post.primadonna Getting Ready Dress: @becandbridge Wedding Planning App: @wedslywedding Invites: @zola Bride's Shoes: @asos Bridesmaid's Dresses: @_aje_ Rings: Family Friend