THE ROAD TRIP issue

001ISSUEdec-feb 2011

colour and style... with love

notes from kate

001ISSUEdec-feb 2011

Real weddingsRANKO & KATE .......... rustic romance with a hint of nostalgia 18MELODY & CHRIS .......... a classic buttery yellow affair 38

JESSICA & GRAY .......... art meets love in the texas desert70

PAYAL & YOHAN .......... a colourful multicultural celebration100

JENNY & GRAZIANO .......... european elegance in the dolomites 55

BYRNNE & RYAN .......... secluded nuptials in the pacific northwest 88

KERRY & JOE .......... a pretty southern california ranch wedding 112

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Cover featureQUEEN OF THE ROAD

an ethereal extravaganza .......... 6

FeaturesROAD TRIPPING

glamping honeymoon on the road .......... 26FUCHSIA IN FUSION

tea inspiration taken from the east .......... 46ONE DRESS - FOUR WAYS

your dream dress four different ways .......... 65COLOUR STORY

use colour to inspire your day .......... 80CATERING TO COLOUR

infusing your menu with colour .......... 101TEA & JAM MA’AM

treat your girls to afternoon tea .......... 106FLOWER REPORT

latest trends in botanical styling .......... 110

Kate has had her fair share of experimenting in different disciplines, but a creative future seemed set in stone from an early age. Her indefatigable artistic talent continued to surface, so when she returned to New Zealand after years travelling, she bought her first computer. Producing her own wedding invitation led to the opening of her business, Ruby & Willow Design Studio. Building on the immense success of her Magnolia Rouge blog, Kate as the editor in chief of {MAG}rouge is the key to the uncompromising aesthetic and inspiration of the magazine.

editor in chief &art director

After gaining qualifications in History Jasmine took up an IT career, though she never forgot her youthful dreams of winning amateur photo competitions. Finally she understood her true calling: photography and art. Having always had a combined passion for photography with her dear friend Hannah, from their days in the art room at high school, they founded Sutherland Kovach Studio, and the rest is history! Their mission is to create a beautiful sweet world through their images. Jasmine is also crazy about her small daughter and the domestic arts.

features editor & photographer

Christine & VaniaSimply Bloom

Kate MacPherson Bayly & Moore Danelle Bohane Punam Bean

Aboutthe team

Hannah’s interest in photography dates back to her childhood when at an early age she became obsessed with discovering how the 3D world could be transferred to paper through a magic box. After completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts at Elam she worked in the BBC’s Picture Publicity Dept and on the set of Harry Potter 6 in the photography department. In 2008 she returned home and joined forces with one of her oldest, dearest and most visionary friends Jasmine, in the successful enterprise of Sutherland Kovach Studio.

picture editor & photographer

Judit started her adult life as an economist and marketer in her home country of Hungary. After marrying and having two beautiful girls, she travelled the world, finally stopping at the farthest corner of it in a place called New Zealand. It was here where she finally realised that her best recipe for success would be her culinary skills, sweet tooth, art and craft and marketing talent, and went on to form her business, Artisan Cakes. She still delights clients worldwide, this time not with her incisive ad campaigns but delicious treats from her cake kitchen.

food &entertaining editor

Jen Rodriguez Steph & RobinBubblerock

Jeramie Shoda Sofia & AndreBrancoprata

Punam Bean

Aboutthe team

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BY SIMPLY BLOOM

OF THE ROAD

Ridin’ along in my automobile, My baby beside me at the wheel, I stole a kiss at the turn of a mile, My curiosity runnin’ wild . Cruisin’ and playin’ the radio, With no particular place to go. Ridin’ along in my automobile, I’m anxious to tell her the way I feel,So I told her softly and sincere, And she leaned and whispered in my ear Cuddlin’ more and drivin’ slow, With no par-ticular place to go. No particular place to go, So we parked way out on the Kokomo The night was young and the moon was boldSo we both decided to take a stroll, Can you imagine the way I felt? I couldn’t unfasten her safety belt! Ridin’ along in my calaboose Still tryin’ to get her belt unloose All the way home I held a grudge, But the safety belt, it wouldn’t budge, Cruisin’ and playin’ the radio, With no particular place to go. Ridin’ along in my automobile,

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Ridin’ along in my automobile, My baby beside me at the wheel, I stole a kiss at the turn of a mile, My curiosity runnin’ wild . Cruisin’ and playin’ the radio, With no particular place to go. Ridin’ along in my automobile, I’m anxious to tell her the way I feel,So I told her softly and sincere, And s, Can

Ridin’ along in my automobile, My baby beside me at the wheel, I stole a kiss at the turn of a mile, My curiosity runnin’ wild . Cruisin’ and playin’ the radio, With no particular place to go. Ridin’ along in my automobile, I’m anxious to tell her the way I feel,So I told her softly and sincere, And she leaned and whispered in my ear Cuddlin’ more and drivin’ slow, With no par-ticular place to go. No particular place to go, So we parked way out on the Kokomo The night was young and the moon was boldSo we both decided to take a stroll, Can you imagine the way I felt? I couldn’t unfasten her safety belt! Ridin’ along in my calaboose Still tryin’ to get her belt unloose All the way home I held a grudge, But the safety belt, it wouldn’t budge, Cruisin’ and playin’ the radio, With no particular place to go. Ridin’ along in my automobile,

PHOTOGRAPHY & STYLING SimplyBloom Photography, LLC HEADPIECES Gracy Lu Originals www.gracyluoriginals.comGOWNS Lincarlo, Maggie Sotero, Davids Bridal, Tutu by StudioWedbyMirela on Etsy, and Something Blu Shoppe Alabama

CROWNS Jackie Palmer STATIONERY Ruby & Willow CALLIGRAPHY Moya Minns

http://simplybloomphotography.com/

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diybunting

1. Gather your materials together.2. On a piece of paper or card, draw a triangle measuring 16cm x 24cm and cut it out.

3. Place it on your map and cut out the bunting triangles using your ruler and rotary cutter.4. Put your bias binding or ribbon under the presser foot of your sewing machine and sew a couple of inches.

If you have decided to use readymade bias binding, it will be folded for you. If you are using grosgrain ribbon, you will need to fold as you go.

5. Tuck your bunting flags into the fold and sew through the layers, leaving a half inch gap between flags.6. Trim threads and hang your bunting!

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Ranko & Kate

Kate and Ranko met through mutual friends - Ranko had seen Kate’s picture and thought she was the most beautiful person he had ever seen. Kate, on the other hand, had no time at all for Ranko, dismissing him as arrogant and rude! Fortunately, this did not last and they went on to fall in love and get married at Waiheke Island’s spectacular Mudbrick Vineyard.

Kate and Ranko chose Mudbrick because it offered everything they were looking for: good food, good wine, and good service, as well as being a visually stunning location. Ranko describes their wedding style as ‘rustic romance’, which Kate agrees with, as many of their details hark back to days gone by - the lace of Kate’s dress, Ranko’s bow tie, and the twine that they tied to the church pews.

MUDBRICK VINEYARD | WAIHEKEphotography by Danelle Bohane

Ranko & Kate’s favourite road trip |Auckland to Wellington via the Desert Road

“Our reception at Mudbrick was incredible, but I have to say the vows were my favourite part. I will never forget the look in Ranko’s eyes.”

Kate spent a lot of time on blogs picking out key design aspects that she liked, and threw in a few of her own ideas. Her advice to other couples is to establish what you like and don’t

like before you start your planning, and keep your Googling to a minimum to avoid becoming overwhelmed! Ranko’s advice is to put one person in charge, preferably one’s future wife! Both agree that saying their vows were their favourite part of the day, and that the day itself was made special by the love of their friends and family.“We both agree the most emotional moment of the day was during the reception. Kate’s uncle Tony was the MC and, unbeknownst to us, he prepared his speech to the guests on how the two of us met not in words, but by playing songs. Each song was well thought out, and perfectly fit the emotion Tony was trying to convey to the guests. It was the perfect way to lighten the mood, and by the end of the speech, everyone was on their feet dancing. A true 21st century YouTube moment!“

Kate and Ranko, you really are people who make me fall in love with my job over and over again. The love between you is so genuine and full hearted. At the end of the day all I am doing is capturing this love between couples and turning into a memory that they can treasure forever. DANELLE, PHOTOGRAPHER

CreditsPHOTOGRAPHER Danelle Bohane CEREMONY St Matthews-in-the-City RECEPTION Mudbrick Vineyard, Waiheke Island VIDEOGRAPHER Dylan Crummer FLOWERS Blush by Kelly Amundsen DRESS Tanya Carlson BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES Sera Lilly BRIDE'S SHOES Topshop TIES Groom: Crane Brothers, Groomsmen:Working Style SUITS Groom: Crane Brothers, Groomsmen: Working Style STATIONERY: Material CreativeCAKE: Ranko’s mother, Zdenka. JEWELLERY Rings: Handmade by Shaun at 76 DesignTRANSPORT First Class Classics – Daimler and Rolls Royce WEDDING PLANNER My mum! And the girls from Material Creative, Liv and Toni.

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concept & styling by {MAG}rouge teamphotography by Sutherland Kovach

Toni & Pierre’s favourite road trip | Drive to Cape Egmont LIghthouse

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Meet Toni & Pierre! We photographed their wedding and knew they’d be perfect for our honeymoon shoot. They like art deco design, home-made gifts and dream of living in

Barcelona. Right now they live in Auckland with their sweet baby boy, Jasper.

One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things – Henry Miller

Get back to nature on a camping honeymoon! Glamourous camping, or ‘glamping’, has come into vogue recently. There’s no need to rough it on the road - pack your snuggliest quilt and some home comforts for the perfect week away. Being wild at heart doesn’t have to set you apart from fashion and style. Chic outfits and beauty treats will create a feeling of indulgence whilst you explore the great outdoors. And with a vehicle like a Land Rover, there’s room for everything plus the kitchen sink!

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Melody & ChrisTIROHANA ESTATE | WELLINGTON

photography by Kate MacPherson

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Martinborough is a gorgeous little town in the Wairarapa - a famous winegrowing region of New Zealand, located not far from the capital city of Wellington. Chris and Melody love the area and chose the beautiful boutique Tirohana Estate for their spring wedding. The couple met at an accounting firm, where both were on the graduate program; Melody in her first year and Chris in his second. On a night out to induct the new grads, Melody and Chris spotted each other straight away. Fast forward six years, and they were en route home after years spent living in London and travelling the world, when Chris proposed in Argentina. There was another surprise to come when Chris revealed he had put three rings on hold at De Beers in Las Vegas, where they were heading in a week’s time, for Melody to choose from.

Melody & Chris’s favourite road trip | Sucre, Bolivia to San Pedro de Atacama Chile

“I’m originally from South Africa, and Chris has Lebanese heritage on his mother’s side, so Saranne at Tirohana gave a South African / Lebanese flavour to the canapés during the cocktail hour. The meal at the main reception was a three course seated meal of Tirohana fare, delicious as always! ” MELODY, BRIDE

PHOTOGRAPHER Kate MacPherson CEREMONY St Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Martinborough RECEPTION Tirohana Estate, Martinborough BRIDAL PARTY ATTIRE Carmen Fortuin Bridal HAIR/MAKE-UP Dara Wakely FLORIST Scent Boutique Wellington TRANSPORT Eastbourne Classic Cars ENTERTAINMENT DJ Richard

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When it came to planning the wedding, Melody had been keen on buttery yellow and grey as her wedding colours but almost changed them when she saw how popular they’d become! In the end, she decided to remain true to what she liked, and also brought in white and silver to even things out a bit. Melody herself admits that, as a chartered accountant, ‘I can’t say that creativity, nor DIY, is really my forte…!! However I do know what I like, and don’t like, so I just went from there!’ She scoured wedding blogs for inspiration, wanting the day to look pretty, elegant and roman-tic. Both her venue and florist were able to translate her vision into reality. Melody says that her guests really noticed and appreciated the details, like the lace wrapped around each napkin.

When it came to planning the wedding, Melody had been keen on buttery yellow and grey as her wedding colours but almost changed them when she saw how popular they’d become! In the end, she decided to remain true to what she liked, and also brought in white and silver to even things out a bit. Melody herself admits that, as a chartered accountant, ‘I can’t say that creativity, nor DIY, is really my forte…!! However I do know what I like, and don’t like, so I just went from there!’ She scoured wedding blogs for inspiration, wanting the day to look pretty, elegant and romantic. Both her venue and florist were able to translate her vision into reality. Melody says that her guests really noticed and appreciated the details, like the lace wrapped around each napkin.

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fuchsia infusionconcept & styling by {MAG} rouge team

photography by Sutherland Kovach

flowers by Annie Oxborough

he team at {MAG}rouge just loves a good tea party! It’s a lovely thing to dress up and take time out from the rush of everyday life; to sit down with friends and family with a cuppa. Especially if the tea is served in a delicate cup and is accompanied by a selection of irresistible savory and sweet treats. It does make one wish to return to those times when these delectable affairs were everyday rituals!

The list of themes and colour options is extensive. Enchanted by the tea culture of Asia, the {MAG}rouge girls concocted a fusion tea party which would incorporate the best of many worlds, with fuchsia as our accent colour. Hand carved, dark wood furniture and neutral coloured tetures and accessories provided the perfect base. Intricately decorated brass and gold vases and pots gave the finishing touches for a visual trip to the Orient.

Judit, our resident entertaining expert, prepared a delicious menu of savoury and sweet treats from the four corners of the world, while her special selection of tea from the best growing areas of China and India impressed our guests in both look and taste!

Each cup of tea represents an imaginary voyage - Catherine Douzel

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Jenny & Graziano

VILLA ZASSO | VENETO | ITALYphotography by Bayly& Moore

Jenny & Graziano are illustrators and met in an animation studio in Rome, where they live. After the proposal, they set their wedding date for a year away and spent the time researching and studying wedding blogs. It is Italian tradition to get married in the bride’s hometown, which for Jenny is Feltre, a village in the Veneto region. Veneto is rich in Renaissance and Palladian villas and when Jenny & Graziano found Villa Zasso they knew it was the perfect place for their wedding reception.

Jenny’s favourite road trip | Iceland, Graziano’s favourite road trip | California

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Jenny’s Valentino dress set the scene for their colours - as it had embroidered white flowers and black ribbon around the waist, they chose white and black for their table numbers, their guest favours, table decorations, and confetti cones. The couple felt the details were an important part and really enjoyed making them.

Overall, it was exactly the wedding they wanted. They found that, even if there wasn’t time to talk to everyone as much as they would have liked, people had a great time, and that made Jenny & Graziano very happy.

PHOTOGRAPHER Bayly & Moore BRIDE’S DRESS Valentino BRIDE’S SHOES BhldnCAKE Gazzola, FLORIST Fioreria Fantasia, Santa Giustina CEREMONY VENUE Feltre City Hall RECEPTION Villa Zasso, Belluno (Veneto, Italy)

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We first met Jenny & Graziano in Rome for their engagement shoot and discovered they had the coolest apartment which we also photographed. Both being illustra-tors they had a collection of great design pieces scattered throughout their home, some of which they designed themselves. So naturally, their wedding was dead cool.

BAYLY & MOORE, PHOTOGRAPHERS

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You’ve found the dress of your dreams, but perhaps it’s not what you had in mind for your chic ballroom wedding. Never fear! With the right accessories, flowers and hair do, you can turn that gown around! Make it work with our tips

for one dress, four different ways.

1DRESS//4WAYS

Styling by MAGrouge teamPhotography by Sutherland Kovach

Who doesn’t love a vineyard wedding? Use all those gorgeous grassy greens as a jumping off point for your colour scheme. Strappy green shoes add a precious pop of colour and make a style statement with a knee length dress. Plus, these shoes will take you from pinotage to parquet without missing a beat. Leaf & Honey put together this sweet and whimsical bouquet featuring green and ivory with a little nod to yellow. Work with the elements with

this sweet side chignon casual - and carefree yet tres, tres chic.

Think fresh and light for your beach wedding. Lovely and loose hair, that can still withstand a breeze, and light and airy makeup. Fresh blues and pinks are ideal for an oceanside setting. Annie Oxborough of me, myself and i put together this wonderfully blousy bouquet, centred around the protea flower. Proteas really come into their own for a beach bouquet - they’re gorgeous to look at, and hardy when required! Include some lush greenery in shades of sage green, and you have the perfect accompaniment for your walk down the aisle. Flats are essential on the beach,

like a lovely silvery sandal. Don’t forget your pedicure!

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This combination of gold, ivory and buttery yellow would light up a ballroom. Add length and glamour to this dress with a matching petticoat and pair it with some beautiful gold shoes, just right for tripping the light fantastic. A ballroom wedding means you can let your hair down in more ways than one. Show off your luscious locks and glam it up with a timeless birdcage veil or gorgeous headpiece. Roses created this beautifully classic bouquet which

just exudes elegance. Is there anywhere where a blooming peony isn’t welcome?

Dark wood, concrete, petrol green and a luggage leather brown all help to weave this hip industrial look together. A bouquet full of simple creamy blooms and rich green succulents constructed by Roses is the ideal accessory. Structure is the watchword for the loftspace or warehouse wedding - apply this to your shoes and jewellery and you can’t go wrong! Take the inspiration for your hairdo from high fashion and feel free to go avant garde on your

makeup. Transport yourself from afternoon to after dark with a gorgeous and sultry smoky eye.

MARFA | TEXASphotography by Punam Bean

Jessica & Gray

Marfa is a small mountain town in the far west of Texas that began asa railroad water stop in the 19th century. Today it is the home of the Chinati and Judd Fountains, established to preserve the work of the minimalist artist Donald Judd, who moved to Marfa in the 60s. This beautiful place was the location for Jessica and Gray’s wedding. Marfa has two fabulous accommodation spots - the Thunderbird Hotel and El Cosmico, both of which feature in the pictures. El Cosmico offers a range of options, including yurts, teepees and a collection of renovated vintage trailers.

Loving the eclectic decor of these tables... especially all the great packaging on the tins and bottles they’ve used.

Jessica & Gray’s ceremony was held at Mission Mary in Calera, Texas. Mission Mary was built in 1902 and abandoned in the 1940s. The La Calera Foundation restored the mission in 2003 to the in-credible building you see in these pictures.

A journey is best measured in friends rather than miles - Tim Cahill

The bride honored her Mexican roots with cantina lighting, red roses, topo chico bottles, and I think her grandmother made the mexican pastries.

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colour storyclaret + apricot

styling and photography by Kate Holland

Sometimes an idea for a shoot can spring from the most unexpected sources. From a length of fabric, to some vibrant glassware or a brightly coloured piece of fruit. Kate spotted these mangosteens in a grocery store and the rest followed quickly after! Claret and apricot work well together as they are both warm colours, with a yellow tone. Create your own colour story for your wedding or event by choosing two complementary colours with the same tone and sourcing elements in those colours. Fabric, fruit, baked goods, your dress and shoes, jewellery, crockery - the possibilities are endless! Have fun gathering props to experiment with and you’ll soon find your own colour story starting to evolve.

the bridesmaid's dress

the hair accessory

the bling

the sweet treats

the bouquet

the paper

create your own claret & apricot wedding story...

the shoes

the decor

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ORCAS ISLAND | WASHINGTONphotography by Jeramie Shoda

“We really wanted to capture the beauty of the location, so most things were very natural, like flowers from the farmers market, our reception dinner of fresh salmon and local produce and

a pre-wedding whale watching trip for everyone.”

Brynne and Ryan met one month into their respective university careers at a sports team mixer. Eight years after that, they tied the knot on Orcas Island in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.

Brynne had taken a vacation to Orcas Island a few years earlier and had not been able to get the beautiful location out of her head, so it was an easy choice as a wedding destination! Both were excited for their friends and family to also experience the island’s beauty.

Brynne and Ryan kept the details light as they wanted the focus to be on the surroundings. They kept the guest list small and loved that they were able to spend time with each person who had come to support them. Brynne recommends deciding what to spend time and money on, and sticking to this plan. By forgoing some traditional must-haves, like a DJ or a wedding party, the couple were able to direct their funds towards the things that meant a lot to them - a personal ceremony in a breathtaking setting, and a great photographer.

“Ryan and I both wrote our vows and it was such an intimate

and special moment to stand before our closest

friends and family and describe the reasons we

loved each other.”

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Brynne & Ryan’s favourite road trip | anywhere where they’re together

CreditsPHOTOGRAPHER Jeramie Shoda LOCATION Orcas Island, Washington, United States FLOWERS Pike Place Farmers Market DRESS Blue by Enzoani SUIT Nordstrom CAKE Jami Plummer, Sugar Baby Specialty Cakes JEWELLERY Vintage

“Brynne and Ryan: two people madly in love having an intimate wedding set in a gorgeous location. I was truly spoiled to be a part of it. As a photographer and storyteller, it ’s really such a treat to shoot a day like this where the love in the air transcends

the frame. They couldn’t have made my job easier or more enjoyable, and I love the work we all made together.”

“Brynne and Ryan: two people madly in love having an intimate wedding set in a gorgeous location. I was truly spoiled to be a part of it. As a photographer and storyteller, it ’s really such a treat to shoot a day like this where the love in the air transcends

the frame. They couldn’t have made my job easier or more enjoyable, and I love the work we all made together.”JEREMY SHODA, PHOTOGRAPHER

What’s your dream road trip?

Without a doubt, a drive through the

countryside of Ireland. The countryside

looks absolutely breathtaking. Stopping

to take in all of the sites (& pubs!) in the

towns we pass through.

What would be on the stereo?

I’d love to tune into any local radio station

to get a feel for what’s popular in the

country & Dan would most definitely try to

find a local sports talk radio station! When

we lost signal we’d pop in a mix-tape with

some of my favorites; Led Zeplin, Foo

Fighters, Jack Johnson, Phoenix, Dave

Matthews, & maybe a fun song or two

from the Beach Boys & the Beatles.

What essential item would you take?

Sunglasses, lip balm (rosebud salve, to be

precise) & iced coffee. I know that’s not 1

but 1 is too hard! If push came to shove & I

was forced to choose... it would have to be

the sunglasses (mascara almost made the

list!).

What’s your dream road trip?Antiquing in Maine during late September or early October. The leaves have turned the craziest, most magical colors, the air is crisp but not cold, you can buy warm apple cider donuts on the side of the road. It’s my version of heaven.

What would be on the stereo?Probably Colbie Caillat or Elizabeth & The Catapult. With a Glee soundtrack or two thrown in for good measure.

Any advice you would give to a bride having a destination wedding?Hire a wedding planner who knows the area and has solid experience planning desti-nation weddings. Issues like what you can and can’t bring through customs, currency exchanges, language barriers all come into play when planning a destination wedding and having someone who knows the drill will take loads of stress off your shoulders and allow you to enjoy the process that much more. Even if you’re planning a stateside fete, a great planner will know how to put your dollars to the best possible use.

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What’s your dream road trip?Driving up the coast from Los Angeles to

Seattle. It’s such a pretty drive and lots of

great places to stop for yummy food along

the way.

What would be on the stereo?Mumford and Sons, Journey and Boston -

love classic rock for road trips!What essential item would you take?My husband! :) Can’t go anywhere without

him.

Any advice you would give to a bride having a destination wedding?

I had a destination wedding. It’s a bit tricky,

but my one piece of advice would be to turn

the wedding into more of a weekend event.

Since everyone is traveling there and the

actual wedding is so short, invite everyone

to the rehearsal dinner and sunday brunch.

We got married on a Friday, so we invited

everyone for a boat ride around the city on

Saturday and we all ended up hanging out

the whole day and night. That was almost as

much fun as the wedding day!

What’s your dream road trip?A road trip with my husband of course. To

go up and down Southeast Asia, on bike, on

a boat and then with a car. Did you know

you can do a bike tour through Cambodia?!

Sign me up.

What would be on the stereo?We have such opposites taste in music. It’ll

be a mix of reggae and 80s pop!

What essential item would you take?

My camera and my journal! I don’t want to

miss or forget anything.

Any advice you would give to a bride

having a destination wedding?One - don’t be too shy to ask for help. Hire

an experienced planner. And two, when

the planning is done and it’s the day of

the wedding - keep this in mind; you’re in

a beautiful foreign place, celebrating your

love for each other. Relax, laugh, and be in

the moment. You’ll want to remember every

single sweet moment of this brilliant day!

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What’s your dream road trip?Antiquing in Maine during late September or early October. The leaves have turned the craziest, most magical colors, the air is crisp but not cold, you can buy warm apple cider donuts on the side of the road. It’s my version of heaven.

What would be on the stereo?Probably Colbie Caillat or Elizabeth & The Catapult. With a Glee soundtrack or two thrown in for good measure.

Any advice you would give to a bride having a destination wedding?Hire a wedding planner who knows the area and has solid experience planning desti-nation weddings. Issues like what you can and can’t bring through customs, currency exchanges, language barriers all come into play when planning a destination wedding and having someone who knows the drill will take loads of stress off your shoulders and allow you to enjoy the process that much more. Even if you’re planning a stateside fete, a great planner will know how to put your dollars to the best possible use.

Payal & Yohanvideography by Bubblerock

So, you’ve planned your wedding with great care and the color scheme is set. The flowers, bridesmaids’ dresses, stationery and wedding cake are all in perfect harmony. Why not carry those colours throughout the event, right down to the cocktails and canapes? Here we show you a couple of examples with a focus on deep, sumptuous red.

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Use the colours of your wedding throughout your food displays to connect all elements together. Look on Etsy or Ebay for

interesting pieces to display food creatively. Ask your caterer what they can do to further enhance the presentation of your menu choices. Use props to complement the style of food you’re presenting. Bring in fresh flowers and herbs to surround the

senses with tastes and flavour

Champagne Cocktail

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Tea andWhen putting this shoot together, Sofia imagined a group of friends gathering for a bridal shower, and wanted to create an occasion that was more winter oriented. Paper flowers are used to make a statement and the aesthetic is simple & clean. The colours are those that we normally associate with tea - natural soft hues, light browns, beiges. Marmalade orange adds a warm accent and completes the look.

Jam ma’am?PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDRÉ TEIXEIRA, BRANCOPRATA

DESIGN & STYLING BY SOFIA FERREIRA, BRANCOPRATA

Jam ma’am?

There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony

known as afternoon tea

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Leading florist, Annie Oxborough, who created this amazing bouquet, says “wedding flowers are back in vogue, and we’re seeing more adventure than ever before with a nod to yesteryear. Brides are a lot more relaxed and reflecting on the past. High tea on the lawn is undergoing a major facelift and the results are reflecting a romantic, whimsical bouquet almost handpicked from Granny’s garden.”

Flower Report

HOLLAND RANCH | SAN LUIS OBISPOphotography by Jen Rodriguez

kerry + joe

As Kerry stood with her dad, before walking down the aisle, she could see the ceremony and reception areas. In her own words, “[it] was the only few minutes of the entire day that I really got to see how everything I had envisioned, while planning our wedding, had turned out. I remember turning to my dad and telling him everything was exactly what I had wanted. It really could not have been more perfect! ”

Kerry & Joe both graduated from the same college but somehow never met until a few years later when they both worked for the same software company. They were married at Holland Ranch in San Luis Obispo, California.

They chose Holland Ranch as they wanted a venue that reflected their relaxed, laid back personalities, but could be dressed up a little with their colour choices. They also loved the idea of a ranch, as they are very keen on anything country! As soon as they saw the ceremony site at Holland Ranch, they were sold.

Both Kerry & Joe spent time crafting the details for their wedding - together they made straws for every water cup on the tables, Mr. and Mrs. banners and a Thank You banner. They also made all the signs that were placed round the venue, and the table name and guest place cards. Finally, Kerry and a friend made 200 cake pops for the guest favours!

Kerry & Joe’s favourite road trip | Driving around Costa Rica

PHOTOGRAPHER Jen Rodriguez VENUE Holland Ranch, San Luis Obsipo, CA FLOWERS Adornments BRIDE’S DRESS Watters STATIONERY La Belle Vie Design CAKE Cake Cathedral

Credits

“JOE & I CHOSE to do a ‘first look’ to allow us to spend more time at our own wedding. It was SO SPECIAL WITH just the two of us, and our wedding party watching from afar. It was really nice just to have those FEW MIN-UTES TO OURSELVES before all the chaos!”

My favorite part of the day was sunset pictures of course! The mix of this gorgeous couple, the love and excitement of the day and the golden light from the sun was magic.

JEN RODRIGUEZ, PHOTOGRAPHER

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