The lovely Gemma joins us on the podcast today. She was recently married at the stunning Waiheke winery Man O' War. We hear all about her experience.  A few things we cover: One night out and crossing paths before an overseas trip. Planning a Waiheke Island wedding from Melbourne. A beautiful mountaintop proposal. Choosing a dress by a New Zealand designer and the importance of traceability and sustainability when it comes to weddings. Being upfront and honest with her bridal party and understanding if they did not have the capacity for that role in their lives at that time. Navigating the guest list and some guiding principles they used. Special moments and surprises throughout their day. A few things she would change and one vendor she wishes she'd hired. How easy it is to get caught up in the details and worry too much about if everyone else is having a good time. A bit of a stressful pivot for their day-after celebrations. A blissful honeymoon. Setting boundaries throughout the wedding planning process. Where to find some amazing inspiration. Intentionally building in moments to be present into your timeline. ...and so much more! Below you can find the handles for all G & A's vendors. Be sure to check out some of their photos on IG at ⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast⁠ + give us a follow. Vendors: Photographer: ⁠@beksmithimages⁠ Venue: ⁠@manowarwine⁠ Dress: ⁠@karenwalkeratelier⁠ Flowers: ⁠@wildly.madly.deeply⁠ Hair & Makeup: ⁠@thepeach_club⁠ Stationery/Signage/Tambourines: ⁠@heyloladesign⁠ Celebrant: ⁠@sayyeswithness⁠ Music: ⁠@twomanychiefsband⁠ Rings: ⁠@culetjewellery⁠ Suit: ⁠@hugo_official⁠ Shoes, Bag & Bow: ⁠@prada⁠ Bridesmaids: ⁠@_aje_⁠ Candles: ⁠@flortdesigns⁠ Earrings: ⁠@meadowlarkjewellery⁠ Hire: ⁠@mywaiheke⁠ Also recently ⁠featured⁠ on The Future Wife blog.