This week, I’m joined by Tania, a recent bride and on-the-day wedding coordinator at Eighty Eight Events. She and her husband planned a beautifully intentional celebration at Six One Five Matakana.
From high-school sweethearts to a proposal that unfolded right at home, Tania’s story is full of honesty and the kind of grounded perspective couples need to hear.
We chat about:
💜 Navigating 12+ years together, moving through life stages, and finally getting engaged
💜 Choosing priorities like good food, good drinks, and good company
💜 Balancing family input, traditions, and their own priorities
💜 Finding a dress that felt timeless, comfortable, and true to her
💜 Their calm, present wedding day and how she managed to stay grounded
💜 What a wedding coordinator really does behind the scenes and why it’s worth considering one
💜 The realities of planning a DIY wedding while working full-time
… and so much more!
Follow Tania at @eightyeightevents_ on Instagram.
Let me know what you think of this episode!
If you want to check out photos from this wedding and see more behind the scenes, head to @thekiwiweddingpodcast and follow Lydia at @lydiarachelphoto
Vendors:
Catering: @sourcekitchennz
Cake: @from__sugar
Celebrant: @jimsweddings
Day of Coordinator: @dreamevents_nz
Florals: @floralcentric
Furniture: @lowercasehire
Hair & Makeup: @fionawright__
Lion Dancers: @tungtekliondance
Marquees & Umbrellas: @raj_tent_club_nz
Photography: @jesseandjessieweddings
Venue: @sixonefive_matakana