real love stories

A collection of stories, inspiration and helpful little things, all gathered in one place.

Wedding Guide

When is the best time of year to get married in Wellington?

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup beneath the trees at Glendower Station.

Rain on your wedding day? Here’s what to do

Black and white close-up of Jade and Tyler kissing during their Wellington wedding portrait session.

Beautiful wedding venues in Palmerston North & Manawatū

Zoe and Byron outside Villa Candotti during their wedding portraits.

Beautiful Wedding Venues in Wellington & beyond

Cornelia and Johnny framed by the architecture of Parliament Library during their Wellington wedding portraits.

How to choose a wedding venue

Zoe & Byron doing a dip kiss in the maze at villa candotti while being photography by lysanah maguire photography

How to create the perfect Wedding Day Timeline

Zoe and Byron embracing in the gardens during their wedding portraits at Villa Candotti.

Your Honeymoon Checklist: Budgeting & packing tips

Ellie and Charli embracing outdoors during their Palmerston North engagement session.

How to write a wedding speech

Zoe and Byron seated with guests during their wedding reception.

How to write your Wedding Vows

Zoe & Byron exchanging their vows while the groom wipes his tears away, photographed by wellington wedding photographer lysanah maguire during their wedding ceremony

How much wedding photography coverage do you actually need?

Zoe and Byron kissing beside a vintage car on their wedding day.

The perks of a Winter Wedding

Black and white bridal portrait of Cornelia beneath her veil in Wellington.

What to look for when choosing your wedding photographer

Longwood wedding venue surrounded by trees in the Wairarapa.

How To Plan A Successful First Look On Your Wedding Day

Zoe and Byron walking through their guests during a colourful wedding confetti toss.