Elly + Sam | Lochnagar + Cecil Peak | Queenstown Micro Wedding
Elly and Sam had a change of direction for their wedding, from an Italian affair at Lake Como to a Micro Wedding in Queenstown. Thanks to that all too familiar song we've all heard now, Covid-19. But, lucky for us, Elly and Sam were the sweetest and funnest couple who took everything in their stride and came on board to create an epic celebration in the mountains with their best friends!
We started the day at the incredible Lakehouse Joela, managed by Relax It's Done. The stunning property hosted Elly and Sam's intimate wedding party including their best friends, as well as showing off some seriously good views right from the balcony. The girls were able to hang out on the main floor while the boys had a grand time on the lower floor, getting ready separately but at the same house, which made everything super smooth for our photo and video team.
Elly's best friends were on hand to help with her stunning dress, veil, cute winter socks and epic snow boots while the boys enjoyed some whisky on the rocks. With everyone ready, it was time to get in the chopper and head out to Lochnagar for the First Look and ceremony. Elly walked up to tap Sam on the shoulder on the shoreline, with their crew of mates watching on from higher up on the beach. After a few sweet moments, we got into the ceremony and there wasn't a single dry eye in the house! The two sweethearts shared beautiful words with each other and vòila! A First Kiss, lots of hugs and it was time to crack into the champers!
While their friends headed back to Lakehouse Joela, Elly, Sam and their maid of honour and best man continued to a second mountain landing at The Ridge on Cecil Peak for some more laughs, adventure and champagne. We had some gorgeous light and the tiniest of breezes meant that Elly could show off her gorgeous fur from Makarora Fur Co to help keep her cosy.
Arriving back on the ground, it was time for some cheese and antipasti at the villa before heading to the Pacific Jemm by Eichardts for an unforgettable dinner and sunset cruise around the lake. What a way to finish the perfect day!
Our Team
Thank you to our all-star team of Queenstown wedding suppliers that came together for Elly & Sam's micro wedding 🙂
Celebrant – Charlotte Winkel - Your Big Day
Hair – Hair To Wed
Makeup – Eve Makeup Artistry
Flowers – The Flower Room
Furs - Makarora Fur Co
Accommodation - Lakehouse Joela by Relax It's Done
Helicopter – Heliworks
Reception - Pacific Jemm by Eichardts
Photography by us – Williams Photography
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Marg + Emil | Lochnagar + Vanguard Peak | Queenstown Winter Wedding
Marg & Emil decided on a winter wedding in Queenstown to celebrate their marriage and have a sweet holiday all in one. We had a sweet First Look at the patio of their accommodation before heading off to our helicopter adventure.
With snow-capped mountains and gorgeous clear waters, Lochnagar set an idyllic scene for the two to be married, with Marg's sister as witness and the mountains watching on. The conditions were mild with the sun shining down on us, whilst a small breeze on the lake ruffled the water up enough to make the light glimmer and show off the colours even more. After some exploring around the rocky outcrops and beach front at Lochnagar, we headed on to Vanguard Peak for a second landing in the snow. Here, we were treated to 360 degree views to choose from, though the sun-drenched valley we had just flown in from was a winner. A perfect opportunity for popping some champagne and throwing some snow, before it was time to jump back in the chopper and head back to Queenstown for Marg & Emil's wedding dinner with more friends.
Marg had a gorgeous knee-length dress with golden fabric covered in glittered leaves and a stunning pair of Valentino studded heels to match. Marg also had the prettiest collection of delicate jewellery to add to her look, layering necklaces and dainty earrings with total style. Sarah from The Flower Room created the most delicious bouquet in pinks and lilacs that tied the whole look together and of course that white fur jacket came in very handy on the breezy mountain. (And don't worry, Marg changed into a pair of sneakers to walk in the snow!!) Emil equally had plenty of style, with a Louis Vuitton belt, navy suit and lilac tie that complemented the couple's style to a T.
Congratulations again, Marg and Emil! We were so happy to meet you both and help you get married, and loved just how much you embraced the day, each other and the landscapes. Wishing you both plenty of love, laughter and adventure for all your years ahead xx
Our Team
Thank you to our all-star team of Queenstown wedding suppliers that came together for Marg & Emil's winter wedding 🙂
Celebrant – Andrew Bell
Hair – Beautiful Bridal Hair
Makeup – Eve Makeup Artistry
Flowers - The Flower Room
Helicopter – Heliworks
Photography by us – Williams Photography
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Sian + Allan | The Ledge + Vanguard Peak | Winter Mountain Wedding
Sian and Allan got in touch with us in late June to chat about a winter Mountain Wedding... Before we all knew it, July rolled around and in three weeks we had everything organised for a gorgeous wedding that month! After playing the long game (says Allan) and a sweet date to an Angus & Julia Stone concert (says Sian), these two knew they had found their other half. So a few years later, with a beautiful collection of memories and milestones under their belt, eloping was the answer to the next chapter they had been waiting to start, after Covid-19 derailed the pair's original wedding plans due to the nationwide lockdown in March and April.
Aside from the mountains being a totally epic place to get married, the timing couldn't have been better with Sian & Allan's spontaneous decision to turn their skiing holiday into a winter wedding. Having a few close friends in town also meant they could have two of their own witnesses plus a babysitter for their little girl, Pippa, while they were up in the mountains.
After a sweet First Look at The Nugget Hotel in Arthur's Point, we set off for the adventure. Our first stop was The Ledge on Cecil Peak for the ceremony overlooking the lake, plus some insane on-the-edge photo opportunities. Sian wore a totally stunning Grace Loves Lace dress with boots and a fur - essential accessories for a winter wedding! We had a fairly brisk wind that helped Sian's veil dance in the wind while kept everyone on their toes and eager for warm cuddles on the chilly mountaintop. Next up, we headed to Vanguard Peak for some more serious snow and mountains that go as far as the eye can see! We were treated to some beautiful light and it was a joy to see Sian and Alan soak up the mountain air and each other. They totally braved the chilly conditions and even had an impromptu dance-off in the falling snow (that we threw at them...)!
Congratulations again, Mr and Mrs Shaw! 😍 Thank you so much for asking us to be a part of your day and we wish you both plenty of love, laughter and success for your futures together xx
Our Team
Thank you to our lovely team of Queenstown wedding suppliers that came together for Sian & Allan's winter Mountain Wedding 🙂
Celebrant – Andrew Bell
Hair – Hair To Wed
Makeup – Eve Makeup Artistry
Flowers - The Flower Room
Dress - Grace Loves Lace
Accommodation - Nugget Point
Helicopter – Over The Top Helicopters
Photography by us – Williams Photography
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Jocelyn + Matt | The Remarkables | Queenstown Intimate Wedding
Jocelyn and Matt decided to have an intimate wedding with chill, laid back and sweet vibes. That's where the most beautiful place in the world plus two helicopters comes into it - it's pretty epic, loads of fun and we look after all of the details so you don't have to worry about anything!
With best friends and close family, the only thing missing were the beloved fur-babies (we swear, it's the only downside to eloping!)...but they are sure to have had the best cuddles since being reunited with their fur-rents a few days later. Jocelyn and Matt also lucked out with the most incredible weather: blue skies, sunshine and pretty mild temperatures as far as winter goes. Adopting our advice, Jocelyn and Matt were prepared with Doc Martens, plenty of layers and a beautiful fur blanket for the mountain breeze.
After some family photos down at the lakefront, we headed up in convoy to The Remarkables for an epic mountaintop ceremony. With crunchy snow to play in and sweeping views out to the lake and mountains, there was plenty of exploring to do. We had some awesome light coming through for snowfetti and epic snowdrift when the helicopters took off at the end of the adventure.
A big congrats from us again, Jocelyn and Matt! We hope you had the best day and re-live your adventure as often as possible! Wishing you all the best for your futures together - lots of love, heaps of laughter and plenty of downtime to enjoy your reading and games xx
Our Team
A big thank you to our team of Queenstown wedding suppliers that helped to create Jocelyn & Matt's intimate wedding 🙂
Celebrant – Philippa Thomas
Hair – Hair To Wed
Makeup – Georgie Henderson
Helicopter – Heliworks
Photography by us – Williams Photography
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Sam + Camille | Lochnagar | Queenstown Winter Elopement
Sam and Camille decided to elope after following our adventures on Instagram for a little while! Being a photographer herself, Sam knew that she wanted to avoid the drama and stress that often comes with planning a big celebration. She then set to work convincing Camille of the same idea, using photos of the incredible scenery that they would get to experience, while just having the two most important people there: each other. Having been best friends and sweethearts for years and about to head into new careers, they decided that there was no better time than right now! Or at least, pretty soon...once the country came out of lockdown and domestic travel opened back up!
We headed to the beautiful Lochnagar, which is a winter favourite while our friend Lake Erskine is icy and frozen over during the same time of year. We had such calm weather that there was hardly a whisper of wind on the lake, making the surface beautifully glassy and showing off the most amazing reflections. It's fair to say that Sam and Camille were pretty delighted!!! After sharing some super sweet vows with each other, Camille paid tribute to their Jewish heritage by breaking glass before sealing the deal with their First Kiss.
From Lochnagar, we then flew to Vanguard Peak for some fun in the snow! The sun was setting amidst growing layers of cloud, making for a beautifully lit valley with scores of mountains either side. Braving the cold (we are lucky to still have use of our fingers!), the two headed out to a dramatic rocky outcrop before getting stuck into a snow fight. It's pretty much obligatory!! Sunset was upon us as we flew back to Queenstown and it was amazing to soak up the changing colours on the mountains as our adventure was coming to an end.
Congratulations again, Sam and Camille! It was so completely wonderful to meet you both and we are so happy for you! We hope you are still reading plenty of books and treasuring lots of cuddles with Tux. Lots of love and luck for your beautiful futures together xx
Our Team
Thank you to our lovely team of Queenstown wedding suppliers that helped us create Sam & Camille's winter elopement :)
Celebrant – Andrew Bell
Hair - Hair To Wed
Makeup - Eve Makeup Artistry
Helicopter – Heliworks
Photography by us – Williams Photography
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Julia + Shane | Cecil Peak Queenstown | Autumn Elopement
Julia and Shane's autumn elopement in Queenstown was such a gorgeous celebration. April is one of our absolute favourite months in Queenstown because with it comes autumn leaves, crisp mornings and soft, golden sunlight. Julia and Shane booked their elopement over 12 months in advance as they had seen the magic of autumn in Queenstown and dreamed of something similar for their special day. But the change of season can also bring more unsettled weather, so when the forecast showed strong gusty winds for Julia and Shane, we had to talk about a plan B, just in case.
Luckily for us, fortune favours the bold and Julia and Shane are certainly a couple to be reckoned with! The day turned out unbelievably gorgeous for these two and the rustling wind only added to the beautiful, fun and carefree energy they radiated. We started the day with a First Look before heading down for some photos in the afternoon light – first at the lakefront and then in a lovely grove of autumn trees. Steph from Orange Blossom Designs had created a stunning autumn-inspired bouquet for Julia with oranges, reds, browns plus some dried elements and a pheasant feather.
We then head off for our golden hour flight with two dear friends of Julia and Shane's acting as witnesses. After a sweet and personal ceremony crafted by Philippa Thomas, the two newly-weds popped some bubbles and ambled their way across the long grass for some epic lake views and rocky outcrops. Their best friends gifted the newly-wedded pair some pounamu jewellery, which made for a truly special moment after all that adventure.
Congratulations again Julia and Shane, you did it!! Wishing nothing but love, luck and happiness to you both - keep rocking out to the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and doing your thing!! xx
Our Team
A big huge "thank you" to our awesome team of Queenstown wedding suppliers that helped create Julia & Shane's autumn elopement 😍
Celebrant – Philippa Thomas
Hair – Beautiful Bridal Hair
Makeup – Eve Makeup Artistry
Florist - Orange Blossom Designs
Helicopter – Over The Top Helicopters
Accommodation - Stoneridge Estate
Photography by us – Williams Photography
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Carmen + Claire | Big Geordie Elopement | Queenstown
Carmen and Claire decided on a Queenstown elopement after a life spent living in and exploring different countries around the world. To them, with New Zealand being "unnecessarily stunning" (we totally agree!) paired with the simplicity of getting married and understanding that love is love, plus we the fact that we are home to the All Blacks... it was a done deal. We loved their spontaneity and excitement and with the mission of choosing the most "autumnal" mountain location in Queenstown, we happily zeroed in on Big Geordie with its gorgeous long grasses plus epic 360 degree views! So less than five weeks since their first enquiry and in the middle of working in Hong Long and moving to the USA, Carmen and Claire were on a mountaintop in Queenstown ready to get married!
With a late afternoon flight, we stopped at a few sweet locations around the lakefront on the way to the helicopters. Being April and big autumn lovers, we headed to a beautiful grove of trees that we love to visit in April as the leaves turn. Up at Big Geordie itself, we had a bit of a brisk wind but nothing was going to stop Carmen and Claire having the time of their life! Donning blankets and jackets just for a couple of minutes in between running around the mountain, you couldn't even guess that it was cold! We had such a brilliant afternoon and the diversity of Big Geordie gave us a handful of totally insane views in every direction.
A big congratulations from us again, Carmen and Claire! We had the most amazing day and we hope your new life in America is treating you well!! 😍🍂
Our Team
Thank you to our lovely team of Queenstown wedding suppliers that helped us bring Yuanrui & Huan's Queenstown Mountain Wedding to life :)
Celebrant – Andrew Bell
Hair - Beautiful Bridal Hair
Makeup - I AM Makeup (now based in the UK)
Helicopter – Heliworks
Photography by us – Williams Photography
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