{"id":165554,"date":"2019-09-30T20:00:12","date_gmt":"2019-09-30T10:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.easyweddings.com\/au\/real-weddings\/karen-and-kenny-cross-the-ditch-for-rustic-wedding-in-new-zealand\/"},"modified":"2024-04-09T12:31:35","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T02:31:35","slug":"karen-and-kenny-cross-the-ditch-for-rustic-wedding-in-new-zealand","status":"publish","type":"au-real-wedding","link":"https:\/\/www.easyweddings.com.au\/real-weddings\/karen-and-kenny-cross-the-ditch-for-rustic-wedding-in-new-zealand\/","title":{"rendered":"Karen and Kenny cross The Ditch for rustic wedding in New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"
The sparkling shores and relaxed vibe of New Zealand drew Sydney couple Karen and Kenny south for their rustic wedding.<\/p>\n
The pair had already visited Mudbrick Restaurant and Vineyard, on Waiheke Island, before their engagement and instantly knew it was the place for them.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe just fell in love with the venue, the views that it offered and the ambience of the Mudbrick Restaurant,\u201d Karen says.<\/p>\n
Beautiful blooms, rustic wine barrels and an understated arbour overlooking the water adorned the couple\u2019s outdoor ceremony on September 29, 2018.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe had also incorporated some of our cultural ceremonies, such as the tea ceremony, prior to our ceremony. It was a way of honouring our parents and elders,\u201d Karen explains.<\/p>\n
The pair also injected plenty of their own personalities, placing their vows in a wine box during the ceremony and playing games throughout the evening celebrations.<\/p>\n
The reception was held in the rustic-style restaurant, with the newlyweds celebrating alongside 118 friends and family.<\/p>\n
The couple says their rustic wedding perfectly captured the fun-filled and relaxed feel they were after.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was memorable not only to us but also our friends and family,\u201d Karen says. \u201cIt was laid-back, fun, intimate and magical.\u201d<\/p>\n
Photos courtesy of Russell Stafford Photography<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n