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Wednesday March 26, 2014

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WEDDINGS Special Edition

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RIGHT NOW THE MODERN BRIDE

Vintage Miriam Haskell butterfly necklace with semi-baroque pearl beads, $1590, from Love and Object. loveandobject.com

Attention brides: the Vera Wang Spring 2014 Bridal Collection Trunk Show is available from the Sydney bridal store for a very limited time. The collection, explains the designer, celebrates a sense of architecture and discipline.

“The graphic play of black and white, the layering of new laces, texture on texture and an exploration of different volumes all express a new level of modern sensuality with a decidedly fashion edge,” says Wang. Pictured is the classic, full skirted “Meredith”.

The range is available from Vera Wang Bride at the Intercontinental Hotel Sydney until March 30. To schedule an appointment, ph +61 2 8203 0903 or email sydney@verawang.com Naveya & Sloane platinum diamond ring with 3.0 total carat weight.

From $37,000. Ph (09) 373 4370.

Meadowlark white gold engagement ring with 6mm round diamond $24,559. meadowlark.co.nz

BYO bunch

Indulge your inner florist with a wedding party potluck. On the eve of the big day, ask each bridal party member to bring a bunch of flowers or greenery — homegrown, foraged or fresh from the market. Then, with flowers strewn about, pick and choose your own posy, the wilder the better.

The gorgeously unique creations will each have a personal — and far more affordable — touch.

• For more DIY inspiration, see page 17.

Picture / Babiche Martens. Pictured: Wooden bread board, $250, from Romantique. Ph (09) 360 9669. Oak string cutter, $58.50 and scissors (set of three), $31, from Father Rabbit. Ph (09) 360 2573.

WE LOVE . . .

the beautiful new ivory lace and silk satin bras from Lonely, perfect for wedding days and beyond. This midline style fastens at the front with hooks and eyes, and subtly touches on the vintage-inspired trend for bustiers and corsets. Lonely Flora underwire midline bra, $115. lonelyheartslabel.com

WHAT TO WEAR

Want something different on your special day?

Try one of these bridal trends

VINTAGE DRESS

SHORT DRESS

PINK DRESS

NOT A DRESS

1950s French lace dress, $1950, from Secret Lace Bridal. secretlacebridal.co.nz

Kelsey Genna 100 per cent Dupion silk dress, $760. Available from A La Robe, ph (09) 369 5387 or theflowerbride.com

Vera Wang Fall 2014 rose silk gown with tulle detail and floral beaded embroidery.

J Crew draped chiffon sequin-embroidered romper $1276. jcrew.com

FASHION & BEAUTY

7 Delight in the Details Lucy and The Powder Room brings it all together 8-11 Perfect Day Modern for the modern bride 12-13 Wedstivals: the new Woodstock The trend for wedding festivals 14 Face Facts Top beauty tips for the big day 15 Guest List It’s not just the bride who gets to look good 16 For Him It’s all in the details

FOOD & DRINK

17 Top Table Set the scene with beautiful flowers 18 A Toast!

Jo Burzynska’s advice for what to drink 19 Four Chefs and a Wedding Top chefs are de rigeur when it comes to wedding fare 20 The Dish Delicious ideas for the table and beyond 21 Have & to Hold Stylish wedding gifts for the happy couple

FROM THE EDITOR If you are looking to give your big day a truly elegant point of difference, then this special edition of Viva Weddings is for you. Our team of fashion, beauty, food, wine and style editors has carefully curated the most chic and inspirational ways to celebrate in style. In a world where weddings can feel all-too formulaic, here at Viva we believe you should start married life with an event that is unique and truly reflects the personalities of the bride and groom. Whether it is small and intimate or a blow-the-budget grand affair, there’s nothing more beautiful than celebrating your love with friends and family.

Amanda Linnell, editor

ON THE COVER: She wears Rue de Seine handmade linen lace top with organza silk lining, $1350, worn over silk dress $2350. Black velvet ribbon from Spotlight. Lovisa earrings $16.99. Bouquet, $60, from Orlando Flowers. He wears Working Style made to measure velvet blazer with suit lapel, $1890, dinner trousers, $399, and grosgrain bow tie $149. Crane Brothers shirt $325. Corsage, $25, by Orlando Flowers. Overland shoes $270.

PHOTOGRAPHER Babiche Martens STYLIST Rachel Morton HAIR & MAKEUP Carolyn Haslett for M.A.C. MODELS: Liv and Brad from Red11. Shot on location at The Foundation Precinct, 8 George St, Newmarket.

GOOD GIFTS Modern ideas from the people behind our favourite gift registries:

“Original artwork from close friends who know their style will always be a bright reminder of your relationship with the couple. Leave the practical gifts to the second cousins.”

— Sarah Melrose, George Kivell, The Lovely.

Martin Poppelwell Thank You plate, $1500, from Blackbarn Vineyard Gallery. thelovelyregistry.co.nz

Designer selection Let wordplay guide your wedding perfume choice — we like the look of these aromatic new numbers Loverdose Tattoo by Diesel 50ml eau de parfum $115.

Balmain Extatic 60ml eau de parfum $125.

Dolce by Dolce & Gabbana 50ml eau de parfum $109.

Michael Kors Gold Luxe Edition 100ml eau de parfum $170.

“We are all about elevating the quality of everyday items, and this bedding is such a perfect example. The 100 per cent linen collection from In Bed is a simple, beautiful, practical and everyday indulgence. For me, that ticks all the boxes when it comes to choosing a gift for any wedding day.”

— Claudia Zinzan, Father Rabbit In Bed linen duvet set from $459. fatherrabbit.com “Affectionately dubbed “The Roundie”, this oversized beach towel from Aussie brand The Beach People flew out the door this summer. Totally chic with its black and white Aztec print and big enough for two people, it makes the perfect wedding gift for outdoorsy types who want to add a bit of ‘cool’ to the beach or the park.”

— Milly Nolan, Mildred & Co The Beach People towel $140. mildredandco.com

ABOUT US

Amanda Linnell Editor. Zoe Walker Digital and fashion features editor. Fiona Ralph Writer. Janetta Mackay Beauty editor. Nici Wickes Food editor. Angela Casley Recipe editor.

Jo Burzynska Wine editor. Babiche Martens Photographer. Jaime Cassie Designer. Isobel Marriner, Sue Baxalle, Shandelle Battersby Sub-editors. Lucy Casley, Anna Lee Interns. Rob Turvey, Suzanne Johnston App designers. Editorial inquiries viva@nzherald.co.nz Advertising inquiries Jodie Gladstone, Channel manager (09) 373 9481 Email: jodie.gladstone@apn.co.nz Amanda Bush, Account manager (09) 373 6479 Email: amanda.bush@apn.co.nz

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FASHION & BEAUTY

DELIGHT IN THE DETAILS Auckland beauty haven Lucy and the Powder Room is expanding its services into the world of weddings, with the idea of being the ultimate destination for modern brides-to-be.

Helping them look and feel their best on the big day will be an in-house wedding expert, who will guide brides and their parties on pre-wedding hair and skincare, luxury lingerie from local and international brands, their famous Girls Parties (perfect for a tasteful hen party), and hair and makeup from industry experts on the big day.

They are also taking care of the very important detail of the dress. From April a curated selection of gorgeous gowns from Australian bridal label Bo and Luca will be available exclusively at The Dressing Room.

The brand has developed a strong following overseas with its romantic, bohemian aesthetic, and this is the first time it has been available in New Zealand. We adore this ornate, hand-embroidered tulle gown with open back and train.

For more information, call their in-house wedding specialist Hannah on (09) 4880585.

• To celebrate the launch of Bo and Luca, we are delighted to be giving away The Ultimate Bridal Experience at Lucy and the Powder Room. This amazing package includes a series of specialist treatments to set you on target for flawless skin on the big day, a hair and makeup consultation and trial, their famous Girls Party Experience, and hair and makeup for the bride and bridal party on the big day. To enter, visit viva.co.nz/competitions and follow the prompts, using the keywords “Lucy and the Powder Room”.

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FASHION

PERFECT DAY 8

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Left: She wears Gregory polyester-blend dress $299. Veil, $195, from Rue de Seine. Lovisa earrings $17.99. Mi Piaci shoes $230. Wrist corsage, made by stylist. He wears Topman suit blazer, $235, pants, $125, shirt, $70, and tie, $35, from The Men’s Department at The Department Store. Overland shoes $270.

Above: Juliette Hogan dupion silk skirt, POA, and silk viscose cami $249. Lace bralette, $25, from TK Store. Vintage hairband, $300, from Rue de Seine. Pearl stud earrings, $10.99, from Lovisa.

Above right: Crane Brothers suit, $1695, shirt, $325 and tie $159. Corsage, $25, from Orlando Flowers. Omega Speedmaster moon watch, $6750, from Partridge Jewellers. Wedding band, $439, from Stewart Dawsons.

Right: Helen Cherry wool dress $598. Rue de Seine Marabou feather jacket $550. Mi Piaci shoes $220. Lovisa earrings $14.99. Veil made by stylist.

FASHION

Above: She wears Rue de Seine embroidered gown $3250 (stylist’s own leotard worn underneath). Lovisa earrings $24.99. Bouquet, $130, by Nina & Co. Karen Walker diamond ring, from $20,379. He wears Crane Brothers shirt $325. Topman tie, $35, and trousers $125.

Left: Joseph blazer, $920, and pants, $445, from Playpark by Karen Walker. Lace bralette, $25, from TK Store. Number One Shoes heels $49.99. Lovisa ear cuffs $19.99 each. Bouquet, $120 by Orlando Flowers.

Right: A la Robe bias cut slip gown $850. Lace bralette, $25, from TK Store. Vintage veil, $525 from Rue de Seine. Lovisa earrings $34.99.

Bouquet, $70, from Nina & Co. Karen Walker Diamond ring, from $20,379.

Photographer Babiche Martens Stylist Rachel Morton Hair & Makeup Carolyn Haslett for M.A.C. Models Liv and Brad from Red11 Shot on location at The Foundation Precinct, 8 George St, Newmarket. Many thanks to Corso de Fiori.

STOCKISTS A la Robe (09) 369 5387, Crane Brothers (09) 377 5333, Gregory (09) 524 2252, Helen Cherry (09) 303 3735, Juliette Hogan (09) 360 9347, Karen Walker (09) 522 4286, Lovisa (09) 845 5141, Mi Piaci (09) 845 6428, Nina & Co. (09) 376 5812, Number One Shoes (09) 815 8579, Orlando Flowers (09) 377 2804, Overland (09) 815 0572, Partridge Jewellers (09) 309 8925, Pascoes (09) 846 3472, Playpark by Karen Walker (09) 522 4286, Rue de Seine (09) 529 9367, Stewart Dawsons (09) 846 2146, The Men’s Department at The Department Store (09) 489 9202, TK Store (09) 361 2020, Working Style (09) 358 3010.

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WEDDINGS

WEDSTIVALS THE NEW WOODSTOCK Festival-style weddings offer a boutique experience for bohemian couples, complete with grown-up games and glamping on-site. Fiona Ralph reports

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eddings are no longer a one-day affair, or even a simple pre- and postevent tagged on to a big day. Trendsetting brides are opting for mini-festivals, aka wedstivals, wedfests or wedstocks.

What are we talking about? Personalised, rollicking-good-time weddings that emulate music festivals, or grown-up school camps for those who want to escape the cookie-cutter wedding cycle and remember a weekend of festivities with friends, rather than the whirlwind of one night.

The concept is simple: find a paddock, island or camp ground, import tents, food trucks and generators and enlist the help of friends and contacts to pull it all together — the more musicians, chefs and event planners you know, the better.

Su-an McMahon, owner of Te Puke’s Old Forest School, a venue in the Tauranga region, which hosts festival weddings, says they are becoming a big part of their market.

“It’s what we firmly believed in when setting our new venue up,” she explains. “We figured the traditional wedding venue was extremely well catered for and wanted to break the mould. I think it’s developing as a strong trend because more couples are paying for their own weddings. Families and friends are so spread over the world, and it becomes far more than just a simple, traditional wedding.”

Kate Moss and Katy Perry were early fans of the festival-style wedding, as was Matthew McConaughey, whose wedding to Camila Alvez included guests glamping in his multimilliondollar backyard over three days. Cara Delevingne reportedly wants a “wild festivalstyle” wedding if she marries girlfriend Michelle Rodriguez, while top UK bridal

Te Puke’s Old Forest School has the requisite wedstival ambience.

Picture / Courtney Horwood.

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designer Kate Halfpenny held a weekendlong festival in the Derbyshire countryside, with bridesmaids including supermodel Erin O’Connor and actress Emilia Fox. A recent Auckland film and food-industry wedding took over the Port Waikato School Camp, with guests from New York, LA, London, Sydney, Melbourne and NZ whiling the weekend away with yoga classes, surfing and fishing expeditions, bush walks and games of corn hole (an American lawn game) fitted around the wedding celebrations.

Jonny Rudduck (the owner of Il Buco pizza) played celebrant, and food flowed over the intimate weekend. A local fish and chip truck provided Friday night’s fresh fish, and chef Sylvia Dwen of Ponsonby Bistro cooked

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Saturday’s wedding feast of local smoked kahawai and braised coastal lamb. Sausages were barbecued after the reception by a campfire, and, after dancing the night away, Viva’s own Nici Wickes prepared bacon butties, fresh croissants with lemon curd and sago gulab malaka for Sunday brunch, alongside a Bloody Mary bar.

Two event gurus who have embraced the wedstival trend are Claire Donaldson, who runs event styling company One Lovely Day, and Wildernest’s Anita Rogers, whose pop-up boutique accommodation business provides all the essentials — including 100 per cent cotton duvet covers, carpeted tent floors, and flat-pack showers and toilets — to help pull off such an event.

The two women often work together, creating dream weddings in places such as Great Barrier Island, Motuihe and Matakana.

“We’ve got locations all throughout New Zealand,” Rogers says. “We’re trying to allow people to get married where they’d love to get married, when normally they are told ‘No, that’s impossible’. It allows the bride and groom to actually relax at their wedding and not have to have just one lunch afterwards and then dash off again. Usually, we go to places where there’s not a lot of reception or there’s a lot of nature around and people actually can relax.”

Donaldson’s One Little Wagon, a mobile bar in a renovated caravan, complete with bar staff and stemless glasses, has been the perfect companion to these events. “Waggie, as we call her, has already travelled all over the North Island, been barged to islands and tractored to private beaches. She is booked for a huge range of weddings for the 2014/15 season, heading to barns, paddocks, picnic weddings and helicopter hangars,” Donaldson says, confirming that this trend is only going to keep growing.

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A LITTLE HELP FROM HER FRIENDS Event stylists Wildernest and One Lovely Day collaborate to dress remote locations such as Motuihe Island.

Pictures / Todd Eyre.

PLANNING YOUR OWN WEDSTIVAL? CONSIDER THESE TIPS: • Pick your spot well — access to a river or a beach will provide ample cooling and playing opportunities.

• Plan activities and events to keep guests entertained; grown-up games such as croquet, petanque and giant pick-up-sticks work well.

• Create occasions around food — plan a long lunch on the beach, hire food and coffee trucks to pop up, or cook over an open fire or hangi.

• Give each guest a task — cooking, cleaning or entertaining — to include them in proceedings, and make the mammoth task more manageable.

• Have a bad-weather plan in the form of a nearby hall or multiple marquees . . . or plan to party on in your raincoats.

Talented friends and industry contacts helped Myken Stewart, brand manager for New Zealand Fashion Week, pull off her 170-person, four-day wedding to Jamie Mclaughlan late last year.

The couple roadtripped around Northland in search of a venue before discovering the Whatuwhiwhi Top 10 Holiday Park, which they booked out for friends to stay in tents, campervans, and units on-site — the parents staying off-site in a resort. The perfect location for a mini music festival, the relaxed schedule included yoga classes, paddleboarding, barbecues and all-night dance parties (along with a final night’s visit from Kaitaia Noise Control).

“The whole idea for me was to get my friends away somewhere where they could all be together and there was nowhere else to go,” Stewart says, adding that “Being an event organiser really helped me with the big picture. Everyone got involved to help set it up and take it down and do stuff during the days as well. All my friends helped make it come together.”

It helps when your sister is a makeup artist, your best man a hairdresser, bridesmaids include a DJ and a chef, and fashion designer Adrian Hailwood is a friend — he designed the dresses, but declined to help Stewart cut hers shorter at 1am — her sister had to help with that task.

New Zealand Fashion Week backstage manager Keporah Torrance was enlisted to co-ordinate the group effort, which included a highly technical roster of chefs working on three giant salads, 20 barmen staffing two bars and 14 DJ’s rostered on the two

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DJ setups. Then there was babysitting (of the couple’s baby Storme and other guests’ children) decorations, teaching of yoga classes and of course, cleaning up. Noting that some complained initially about the BYO-style event, Stewart found working together on the event ended up bringing people closer.

The catering was pulled together by Mint Kitchen, caterers to New Zealand Fashion Week, who incorporated a seafood haul supplied by friends and family (paua from Kaikoura, crayfish from Akaroa and West Coast whitebait) in the four-day feast.

Another friend, a barista from Waiheke, arrived with an Atomic Coffee caravan in tow, a godsend during the almost non-stop party.

A Whitestone cheese tier cake was another handy solution to the ongoing hunger, with cheese boards lasting all weekend. “It was all about planning for the longevity of the event, and not getting there and going, ‘well we’re in the middle of nowhere and we’ve run out of bread’,” Stewart says.

Considering the giant, military effort, would she recommend a festival to future brides?

“It was all 100 per cent worth it,” Stewart says. She points out, though, that any more days or guests would have been too much.

“It was a great experience, a great party, just amazing. It was pretty relaxed, two days before the wedding, Jamie and I went out on our boat and told everybody, ‘look after our child, we’re going out for an hour to write our vows’. And I don’t know if everyone says it when they have been to a wedding, but so many people said ‘this is the best wedding I’ve ever been to’.”

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BEAUTY

FACE FACTS FOR THE BRIDE Follow these expert tips, says Janetta Mackay, to ensure you look and feel your best on the big day

MAKEUP

What about the more adventurous bride?

JUN: The styles can be quite technical, you definitely need someone who specialises in hairups. The more adventurous styles will use padding and hair extensions.

JAYNE: More adventurous brides are using the hair as the feature rather than the veil, or using plenty of decorative ornaments and hair accessories.

To what extent should bridal parties match their looks?

JAYNE: The bride should of course be the star. She can have something different and as long as the bridesmaids have a similar style or are running the same theme, it will look great. If they are all varying in hair length try matching the styling at the front of the hair so at least they will look the same there.

What is the ideal pre-wedding consultation process?

JAYNE: It’s best to see your stylist four to six weeks before your wedding to put a plan in place, diagnose and manage your hair’s condition and confirm your cut and colour. Then see the stylist one to two weeks out for a practice run.

What should a bride have handy on the day?

JAYNE: The Sebastian purse-sized hairspray ($12) is perfect for pre-photo touch-ups and extra bobby pins are must for any hair-up style. Your stylist should provide you with these.

Anything else?

Jayne: It’s really important to communicate as much as possible with your stylist. Confirm your dress before your hair so you have a guide on what your style needs to work in with.

SARAHLEE RUSSELL FROM BOBBI BROWN ON HOW TO GET YOUR MAKEUP JUST RIGHT. What looks are brides favouring right now?

Smokey eyes have become less of a bridal trend.

Instead brides are going classic and defining the eyes with a medium tone shadow and strong lid liner with a diffused shadow edge, which really plays up a fuller lash look. Keeping the eye more sophisticated has given brides more lip options and I’ve seen a lot more depth in colour than the usual pretty soft nude pinks.

What about the more adventurous bride? Pops of colour this summer have been from the classic Red Carpet to Calypso corals and hot pinks, but the trend has been matte. These more statement lips have really stood out in a sea of soft pinks and white.

Should bridal parties match their looks? The bride is centre-stage but your makeup should complement, not compete with, the dress so keep it well-defined and pretty. A cohesive look for the bridesmaids is always better in your photos; nothing stranger than one maid in the line-up with evening smokey eyes at a day wedding.

What is the ideal pre-wedding consultation process? A month before your big day is good for a trial with your artist; bring any pictures you have seen of looks you like, and remember to pick models with the same face and eye shape as yourself so you get the best result. If you are spray tanning it’s a good idea to have the trial for that on the same day as then the artist will know exactly how golden you will look on the day. Take photos at the trial so you have a good visual reference and can make any changes easily.

What should a bride have handy on the day?

Pressed powder for shine, Crystal lip gloss for photos, cotton buds for retouching, lipstick for the perfect pout — and tissues!

Anything else to add? Make sure you are comfortable in your makeup. The foundation should look like skin and everything applied should enhance your natural features — it’s about you looking beautiful, not the makeup.

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HADY WENHAM, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF FORME SPA, RECOMMENDS PLANNING AHEAD WHEN IT COMES TO SPA TREATMENTS. What do your recommend to brides wanting to look their best for the big day? For those planning six months out, we do a consultation to discuss what they would like to change about their appearance and put a plan in place. This could involve IPL to address pigmentation issues, regular microdermabrasion, facials or peels to address specific skin concerns, IPL hair removal, massage for relaxation, back treatments for someone with a spotty back, Ionithermie for body tone/cellulite issues, concluding with the final preparation stages of a spray/lotion tan application, manicure/ pedicure, any last-minute grooming and facial treatment before the big day. For those with a more constrained budget or timeline, we would just move to the final stages with tanning, manicure/pedicure, exfoliation treatment and a couple of weeks before, a nice hydrating facial to give a plump dewy skin on the big day.

What can brides do at home to optimise their appearance in the weeks leading up to the wedding? Hydration — drinking lots of water to keep their skin looking radiant helps, making sure they wear sunblock to avoid any peeling patches or uneven tanning, applying moisturiser from head to toe, including the heels, manicure oil on the nails to keep the cuticles in shape, hand cream during the day and before bed, and we love the

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Vintage veil, $525 from Rue de Seine. Lovisa earrings $34.99.

Picture / Babiche Martens

Babor ampoules — a mighty vitamin concoction in an individual glass ampoule to ensure maximum efficacy for radiant skin.

Any do’s and don’ts in the days right before the wedding? When you have your last facial depends a bit on your skin and how it normally is after a facial — we normally suggest a day or two before the wedding. Waxing is also best three days before your wedding if you are having tan applied and we recommend tanning a day or two before the wedding. Nails are usually best done the day before, unless it is a Shellac manicure which lasts longer and is more hard-wearing. If it is an afternoon wedding a massage in the morning can do wonders for pre-wedding nerves, then hair and makeup concludes the get-ready plan on the big day.

Anything else? If you are on a budget, prioritise what are the most important things for you but try to squeeze in at least one facial as no amount of makeup can give you the radiance of dewy skin that a facial can. Hand cream massaged into your cuticles and nails each night doesn’t cost a fortune, but if you do it for a month before the big day your hands will be in much nicer shape when you are flashing your new wedding ring.

Another trend is for hens’ parties to be a spaparty with the bridal party enjoying a get-together at the spa using one of our relax rooms to spend time with each other in between enjoying some pampering.

HAIR LOOKS

PLATINUM STYLIST JAYNE THOMAS AND STYLIST JUN YOO FROM SERVILLES NEWMARKET SHARE THEIR TIPS FOR BEAUTIFUL WEDDING HAIR. What looks are brides favouring this season?

JUN: The half-up look. Hair is soft and natural and not too structured.

JAYNE: Soft, beautiful vintage looks are very popular at the moment. Think 20s and 30s styling with a modern twist. There’s more texture to the hairstyles we’re doing this season rather than the smooth, structured looks.

TOP TIPS

DEBBIE WALSH FROM THE NAIL LOUNGE SHARES HER ADVICE. What nail looks and trends are popular at the moment for brides? Classic French polish will always work with any style of wedding dress, with nails kept mid- to short-length. To tone down the white, layer the French pink over the white. Try Dior “Perle” or Chanel “Frisson” over the top of the French polish or they are stunning on their own for a demure sheer colour. The Trianon spring collection by Dior has a beautiful bouquet of colours: try the dreamy, creamy peach “Bouquet” or the soft powdery pastel blue “Porcelane”, or for a flash of contrasting fuschia try “Bloom”, or the hot, true orange of “Riviera”.

What about the trend for nail design? Nail design is about your unique style, so if this is your thing why not incorporate it into you special day? Ideas include tiny white pearls to shape your cuticle, a gold or pearl polish with beautiful Swarovski beads.

Tips and toes — to match or not to match? Not necessarily. You can marry up a French or nude manicure with a Classic Hollywood look. Try Chanel “Taboo” or OPI “Malaga Wine” on toes, or pick a colour from your bridesmaids’ bouquet.

What can brides do themselves? Replenish moisture with cuticle oil daily: best before bed, to let it work its magic through the night. Use nail strengthener such as OPI Nail Envy, Revitanail; IBX Natural Nail Strengthener can be used by itself or as a nail treatment under gel polish. Start using eight weeks before your wedding day.

When should a bride get her nails be painted?

Have your mani/pedi done the day before, then you can relax without stressing for time. If you have a gel manicure or extensions, you could go two to three days before your day.

What about problematic nails? Nail-biters can go for gel or acrylic extensions for a beautiful natural look; IBX Natural Nail Repair and Strengthener has had wonderful results for weak nails. Again, start eight weeks before your big day.

Anything to add? Wax, exfoliate and moisturise your fingers and forearms!

THE EDIT Gorman embroidered dress $349.

GUEST LIST It’s not just the bride who gets to look good on the big day

Juliette Hogan floral Lurex dress $419.

Farmers dress $139.99.

Trelise Cooper dress $699.

Moochi polyester dress $289.99.

Ruby necklace $89.

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Gregory dress $299.

Max beaded dress $229.

Kate Sylvester silk dress $595.

Mi Piaci heels $220.

Pretty Ballerinas suede clutch, $390, from Runway.

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Rembrandt - Perfectly Suited We understand that no detail is too insignificant when it comes to your wedding day. So whatever the season, venue, theme and dress code, Rembrandt can custom tailor, alter or hire you the perfect suit for your big day. Plus, our selection of shirts, ties and accessories will complete the outfit.

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are made with the same care, quality and attention to detail as all our suits, so much so, that no-one will ever know it’s not yours.

The final flourish: Because no detail is insignificant on your wedding day, we have a vast selection of shirts, ties, pocket squares and cufflinks to complete any outfit. We have more than 40 colours and patterns of ties to choose from or you can bring in your own fabric and we’ll have one made especially for you.

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Modes for every event Whether it be a royal visit, a second wedding, school ball, bridesmaid group, bride, mother of the bride or groom or a red carpet, black tie event at the Oscars, MODES conveniently located on Broadway in Newmarket offers New Zealand most extensive and gorgeous collection featuring a range of sizes and price options.

An in house workroom allows for extensive coordination of jackets, sleeves etc and of course the perfect fit.

The friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff of course very much part of the process in selecting your next dress for that special event. An exciting collection of hats, fascinators and jewellery, veils and individually created Art Deco style belts,

neck and hair pieces ensure perfection.

The Bridal showroom in the well lit tranquil courtyard next door provides an ambient atmosphere for one on one appointmentsfor selecting the perfect dress Modes is the “Premier dealer” for 2014 for Pronovias and this season in particular the team are most inspired about the beautiful fabrics, embellishments and superb cut that only companies like Pronovias with many years of experience at the top end of the market can achieve.

Surprisingly the prices however are the most reasonable they have ever been with the average price between $2000 and $4000, most affordable.

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TOP TIPS FOR GROOMS & GUESTS “We always suggest beginning the process as early as possible — ideally at least two months before the wedding to avoid unnecessary stress.

Having a good suit made takes time, but the process is well worth it.”

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Local suitmakers Rembrandt offers a range of options for a smartly dressed groom, with custom made-to-measure suits and shirts, as well as a wide range of jackets, trousers and suits available to hire. They also have all those essential extra details — shirts, ties, cufflinks and more. Visit one of their stores, or shop online at shop.rembrandt.co.nz

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“Getting the perfect suit for your wedding is a bit like buying the perfect car — to ensure you don’t get a lemon you need to: a) Give yourself plenty of time (allow at least six weeks before your wedding day) b) Figure out what you like (and what you don’t) c) Do your research and don’t expect to buy the first one you try on Follow this advice and you’ll find yourself wearing a suit that fits your personality and the occasion perfectly, plus you’ll enjoying wearing it for years to come.”

— Jonathon Hall, Rembrandt designer

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— Murray Crane, Crane Brothers founder

Yves Saint Laurent L’Homme Eau de Toilette $153 for 100ml. From selected department stores and pharmacies.

“Grooms: keep it simple and avoid anything that looks too business-like. It’s nice for grooms to wear a light coloured plain tie — think champagne satin — with a dark navy or grey suit and a white shirt. Looks good in photos with the bride! For summer or beach weddings, grooms can go casual and lose the tie altogether. For male wedding guests, nice shoes can make an ordinary suit look great. Never wear a black suit, you’re not attending a funeral and you might be mistaken for a waiter.”

— Andrew Glenn, Viva Manifesto editor

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TOP TABLE A cluster of vases, a pile of hand-picked wild flowers, a fresh posy on your plate — inspirational table settings flow through the pages of Vic Brotherson’s new book, Vintage Wedding Flowers. The UK-based floral stylist to stars such as Lily Allen and Kate Moss — creating Moss’ wedding walkway was her biggest moment — has worked with flowers for more than 20 years, and has had shop Scarlet & Violet since 2006. Stunning images are sprinkled throughout the book, grouped into stories such as gardeny myrtle, gypsy iris and romantic violet, along with a do-it-yourself section, teaching buttonholes, bouquets and hanging pomanders, which Brotherson effortlessly creates in her rustic, exuberant style.

• Photo extracted with permission from Vintage Wedding Flowers by Vic Brotherson, photography

by Catherine Gratwicke. ($59.99, Kyle Books, distributed by New Holland).

moochi has thoughtfully curated a selection of its most loved dresses to present the moochi bridesmaid collection. view full collection at moochi.co.nz or book an appointment at 09 378 7577

Read our interview with Vic Brotherson at viva.co.nz

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A TOAST! Jo Burzynska’s wedding wine tips

Choosing drinks for the special day may seem daunting, but a few pointers will send you into married life being toasted with an appropriate wine.

BANQUET IMBIBING In many venues you’re locked into what the establishment provides. But if wine is to play an important part in your celebrations, make sure you try what’s on offer and, if it’s not up to scratch, be prepared to negotiate. It’s still possible to persuade your host to expand their selection or arrange to bring your own wines.

If choosing the wine is entirely up to you, just set your budget and have fun with your selections. You could even throw a wedding wine selection party and get friends round to try bottles you’re considering.

When you’re deciding, think about the food being served at the reception, and pick wines to suit. With the variety of dishes that are often part of the wedding banquet, it’s worth considering styles that are versatile, as well as those that are likely to go down well with most of your guests. These could include a more lightly oaked chardonnay, drier pinot gris or more food-friendly style of sauvignon blanc in the whites, and merlot and pinot noir in the reds. A 50/50 split between reds and whites is the norm.

However, it’s the bride’s and groom’s special day, so if you’d prefer something more eclectic, then let fly with your own choices.

There could be wines with romantic resonance that you’d like to include, such as something you shared on an early date or enjoyed at a vineyard you visited together when courting.

THE PERFECT TOAST Bubbly is a must at most celebrations.

Champagne is the classic choice here, but it doesn’t come cheap. For a more affordable alternative, there are fine local options. Look at serving a methode traditionelle, as this will have been made using the same high quality techniques as its famous French counterparts, and select from one of the country’s respected sparkling producers to toast in style.

NUPTIAL NUMBER CRUNCHING One bottle will yield five smallish glasses of wine. One glass will be required for the wine you propose to toast with, as well as half a bottle per person with the meal. This guestimate to work out how much wine you’ll need is at the more conservative end of the spectrum and you’ll be the best judge of your guests’ potential thirsts.

To err on the side of caution it’s worth stashing some spares, so you don’t risk running dry.

Many wine stores offer sale or return, which means not wasting money on having wine left over.

There are also smarter deals to be had by buying in bulk. Ask your local wine store about case discounts or have a look at what can be bought by the case online.

Toasting the couple with bubbly is traditional but it doesn’t have to be expensive champagne.

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FOUR CHEFS AND A WEDDING The coolest food to serve? That prepared by one of the city’s finest chefs recommends Nici Wickes

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What’s the best and worst wedding food you’ve experienced as a guest?

My own wedding where my friends cooked for me at Cocos was the best wedding food I’ve had. And the worst have sort of been the rest, ha ha, not terrible — just not memorable or that enjoyable.

Weddings have a sort of conveyer belt system with regards to catering for large groups.

very aspect of a wedding becomes critical in the planning stages, but one area in particular seems to put couples into a spin — the food! Perhaps this is the reason why an increasing number of people are turning to their favourite chefs and restaurants, who they know and trust, to provide the nourishment for their special day. We talked to four restaurant chefs about their approach to weddings.

Top two trends you’re seeing on wedding menus?

Unfussy food. Sharing.

CHEF SIMON WRIGHT

What’s the ideal brief for you as a chef if you’re asked to cater for a wedding?

WEDDING PERSON: Hi Will, we love Cocos and the food you serve there. We would love you to cater our wedding. We want it to be Mediterranean, fun, rustic and delicious!

WILL: Cool, when is it?

FRENCH KITCHEN & THE FRENCH CAFE What is the top priority when designing a menu for a wedding?

It’s about the couple. I don’t really worry about what won’t work, we just make it work.

What is the most challenging situation you’ve cooked in?

Once I catered for 200 people out of a garage on trestle tables. The venue was a tennis court covered in a marquee, 200m from where we were cooking and, if I remember rightly, at one point it started raining. We made it work.

JAMIE MILLER & GISELE TREZEVANT-MILLER JAMES RESTAURANT/MINT KITCHEN CATERING

How in demand is James as a wedding venue?

James is quite a new event venue but unique.

The backdrop is stark and dramatic, with French chandeliers and lace curtains.

We have beautiful carvings from Mexico for a spiritual touch, which some couples appreciate — I cover them in candles and they are very special. Its Stanley St location means we have no neighbours, so guests can make as much noise as they want, until late!

How do you bring that extra dimension to wedding food?

I it’s really important for us that these types of functions go better than ever — we have so many people now who come and dine with us on their wedding anniversaries because they had such a good time and it’s because we treat their wedding like it was our own.

How does Mint Kitchen bring that extra dimension to wedding food?

I like the plating to look lovely and not too rustic — it’s got to be beautiful when it arrives on the table.

We like to use clients’ family or favourite recipes for their special day.

What’s the best/worst wedding food you’ve experienced as a guest?

Worst was a room full of chefs and wait staff, the most incredible spot but the food was so bad that we all had to drink more to disguise the flavour!

Trends you’re seeing on wedding menus?

Smaller weddings seem to be more frequent, where the emphasis is more on quality than quantity, so our French Kitchen is a great venue for that.

How does designing a wedding menu differ from doing it for the restaurant?

The family involvement is key and getting to know the client means that it’s personal and tailored as opposed to a list of offerings for diners in general.

It’s very satisfying to see it all from the beginning to the day itself — more like a special project that we’re working on for a set period of time.

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What’s the “ideal brief” for you as a chef if you’re asked to cater for a wedding?

We are in your hands.

CHEF SYLVIA DWEN

SOUS CHEF, PONSONBY ROAD BISTRO What is your top priority when talking to a couple about catering for their wedding?

What they love to eat at home, recipe books that inspire them, what they choose when dining in a restaurant, their favourite foods, so that I can establish their palate needs.

What do you do to make the wedding food so special?

So often ingredients plus bulk cooking equals minimal flavour. It is so crucial to make sure flavours are at capacity when cooking en masse.

What’s your ideal brief?

The more details the better! Exactly what “kind” of food is requested, where the cooking will take place (if off-site), kitchen facilities, photos of fridges, benches and equipment, how many people, dietary requirements of guests, timings for of the day.

The more details that are set out in the beginning means less chance of surprises on the day.

CHEF GUILHERME BEZERRA (aka “Will”) COCO’S CANTINA

What is one of your top priorities when designing a menu for a wedding?

First, it’s got to be about what the couple want — the food is what makes the day. Then for us it’s how we can make it a thousand times better than their expectations. The meal or food is what brings the family and friends together, it merges the crowd and is the difference between a great wedding and an amazing wedding! The food seals the deal.

And, of course, we have to consider the budget. But the days are gone where you have to remortgage your house to have a wedding. You can have an amazing wedding on any budget.

Top two trends you’re seeing on wedding menus?

Couples like to keep the sweet items small and focus more on the wedding cake as opposed to a rich dessert. Small plates, bowl food, shared platters and degustation tastes are more in vogue than the traditional three-course plated styles now.

Last word?

Our first same-sex wedding ceremony took place at James recently — with all the excitement of a cyclone happening outside in the mix.

Matthew and Cameron exchanged vows under the chandeliers, witnessed by their parents, siblings and friends and we served Champagne in gold bottles, canapes, had Frankie Goes to Hollywood on the baby grand and more. It was so cute and no hormonal Bridezilla in sight!

The celebrant lost her place in her notes for a long two minutes ... then they were pronounced husband and husband, which was a little queer.

It was a hoot and there was an abundance of candles and tissues. I can honestly say — it was emotional event for a hardened wedding caterer.

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Mildred&Co is a lovingly curated gift store and wedding registry, offering an eclectic mix of homewares, furniture, art and accessories. We think the Skull in Crown jubilee teapot and sugar bowl by Melody Rose (pictured) would add an elegant bite to a tea trolley.

Viva is delighted to have a $500 voucher from Mildred&Co to give away. To enter, visit viva.co.nz/ competitions, follow the prompts, and enter keyword “Mildred’’.

Tom Dixon Eclectic salt and pepper grinder, $150-$130, from ECC. Ph (09) 379 9680.

THE CAKE QUESTION

Cake pops, “cheese” cakes, icecream cakes, fake cakes . . . traditional cakes are almost a thing of the past. Try a dessert bar instead, offering grown-up versions of childhood favourites: pancakes, s’mores and icecream sundaes, or an all-out doughnut theme — think doughnut towers, pomegranateglazed doughnuts and mini-doughnut holes served with a side of cream and raspberry (as seen at Ostro’s City Terrace).

Illustration / Richard Dale

Instax mini 90 camera $249.99, includes 1 x instax mini film 10pk. fujifilm.co.nz.

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Stock pot, $454, and lid, $115, from Corso De Fiori.

Cup and saucer, $13.50, from Milly’s Kitchen.

Martini glasses, $259 each, from Cavit & Co.

Christofle silver plated water pitcher, $2420, from The Studio of Tableware.

DeLonghi kettle, $130, from Mildred & Co.

Cocktail shaker, $664, from Cavit & Co. Throw, $149, from Freedom Furniture.

HAVE & TO HOLD

Citta Design cushion cover $54.90.

Eclectic by Tom Dixon paper weight, $130, from Simon James.

Stylish wedding gifts for the happy couple Astier Rue Saint candle, $69, from Corso De Fiori.

Citta Design houndstooth towels from $6.90 to $69.90.

STOCKISTS Cavit & Co (09) 358 3771, Corso De Fiori (09) 307 9166, Citta Design cittadesign.com, Freedom Furniture (09) 776 7900, Mildred & Co (09) 962 8954, Seletti (09) 379 2186, Simon James (09) 376 6955, Smith & Caugheys smithandcaugheys. co.nz, Tessuti (09) 376 4802, The Studio of Tableware (09) 638 8082, Tying the Knot tyingtheknot.co.nz STYLIST Anna Lee PICTURES Babiche Martens, Supplied, Alamy

Keytlery, $561 for 24-piece set, from Seletti.

Global cook’s knife, $319, from Smith & Caugheys.

Ascaso coffee machine, $1300, from Tying the Knot.

Only 50 minutes from Auckland, Plume provides a spectacular setting for all couples taking that next step in their journey together. Your day will benefit from the special atmosphere we have created.

Plume is a modern character restaurant with views over the rolling valleys below, providing the perfect backdrop for a day you will remember for the rest of your life.

Plume, the vineyard restaurant, a ‘must visit’ destination on any Matakana wine and food journey.

Plume, proudly the house of Runner Duck Wines.

For opening hours please call or visit www.plumerestaurant.co.nz | 49a Sharp Road | 09 422 7915 | reservations@plumerestaurant.co.nz

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A One-Stop-Shop Wedding Gift Registry & Gift Store Mildred&Co is a one-stop-shop wedding gift registry selling everything you could ever imagine for the home and beyond - all under the one roof. With over 2000 gifts to choose from - each selected for their high quality and design, gifts range from traditional home ware to contemporary, designer items.

The bridal couple can either visit Mildred&Co’s Auckland-based showroom to select their dream gifts in person, or they can create their wish list online from the comfort of their home, from anywhere in the world. A gift registry with Mildred&Co will save you and your guests both time, hassle and money. For the wedding guests, the pressure of finding the perfect gift is banished, plus the gift bought will be wrapped beautifully, complemented by a handwritten card and then delivered to the happy couple without the guest having to lift much more than a finger. At Mildred&Co we make life easy for everyone, while also filling your home with gifts that you will love and cherish forever.

If you create a wedding gift registry with Mildred&Co by July 2014, you will receive a $100 Mildred&Co gift voucher to spend on the completion of your registry. Email the word ‘VIVA’ to info@mildredandco.com to claim.

Just 3 minutes from the ferry pier but a world away, The Oyster Inn is the perfect place to celebrate in style. Our gorgeous private event space, the Pearl Room, is ideal for intimate weddings with stunning views and a private verandah.

And if you can’t bear leaving us, stay the night in one of our 3 chic hotel rooms!

P: 09 962 8954 | E: info@mildredandco.com | W: www.mildredandco.com

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