Wedding Service Directory

Choosing your wedding venue is usually the first exciting step of planning your wedding. Ideally, choose a wedding venue around 12 months ahead, this is a good idea not only to secure your spot, but knowing that what it looks like now will be similar to how it will be on your wedding day. Make an appointment with the venue at around the time your ceremony will be, so you can picture it how it will be on the day – assuming the weather plays ball.

If you want a florist to make up the flowers for the whole event, it is best to book early!

It’s exhausting trying on dozens of dresses at random in the hopes of finding the perfect one. Before going shopping, be sure to browse some magazines and search the internet to narrow down the styles you prefer.

The excitement, joy and anticipation you’ll feel on the big day will make you radiant with beauty. After all, there’s nothing like a good dose of happiness to put a blush on the cheeks, a sparkle in the eyes, and a beautiful smile on every bride’s face. But to truly glow from head to toe, contact some of our local beauty professionals.

Putting together a wedding menu that aims to please everyone is no easy task – trust the experts – don’t be afraid to ask your caterer for suggestions and maybe have a plan B for children, picky eaters or people with dietary restrictions who are among your guests.

We have the contacts that you need to hire all your party gear – everything from marquees, tables and chairs to disco lights and porta-loos

Wedding bands are the symbols of your union and must be chosen carefully. When searching for the perfect rings, your first step should be to set a budget and determine your preferences – The type, the metal, the stone and the cut. You’ll be wearing your wedding band for a long time to come, so above all, make sure it’s comfortable.

Where to recommend your out of town guests stay while visiting.

Booking the entertainment for your wedding is a huge decision. It’s going to be one of the most memorable things about your big day!

Choosing a wedding photographer is a lifetime investment. After all, you will want to look at the photographs for years to come.

Once your venue and theme have been decided, it’s time to consider transport options.

Before choosing a celebrant you must have a date and venue, to see if the celebrant is available. Usually people choose a marriage celebrant from the local area, as obviously there is a cost and travel will add to the fee.

Stuck on what to buy the happy couple? Here’s where to go for inspiration and advice

Think about your wedding theme, it will help you decide on your design, colour and style to use, next is the wording which can be formal or informal depending on your theme.

A travel agent can give you the inside scoop on the best deals and destinations for your special day or honeymoon. Thanks to their expertise, the agent will make recommendations based on your needs, your budget and your expectations. Most beach resorts offer all-inclusive wedding packages!

The Whakatane Wedding Fair brings together wedding professionals from all areas of the wedding planning process for one day to showcase the best our region has to offer when organising your wedding.

Participating professionals include photographers, venues – both ceremony and reception, wedding decoration and hire, cakes, florists, wedding planners, videographers, celebrants, bridal wear, jewellers, hair stylists, make-up artists, entertainers, catering companies, gift registry,  invitation companies, wedding favours, decoration and theme companies, travel and honeymoon agencies, wedding transportation, hen & stag party ideas, beauty therapy, weight management, and much more.