Central Otago has long been a favourite wedding destination in NZ, and it’s not hard to see why! Today’s Queenstown wedding is simply spectacular, from the breathtaking mountain-top images (respect to the bride Janina who managed to look stunning and happy in what would have been freezing temperatures!), to the rustic and insanely romantic reception venue Stoneridge Estate. So many gorgeous details that will no doubt inspire many lovebirds to fly south for their shindig, and all perfectly captured by my newest photography crush, Kate Drennan. Enjoy! xox

Who Johan & Janina Olivier
Where Stoneridge Estate, Lake Hayes, Queenstown, NZ
Guests 60

How did you meet? At work which was a hyperbaric unit.

In three words describe your wedding style… Rustic but chic.

What music did you play for those special moments?

Down the aisle Eve by Lewis Mokler (an up and coming artist from the UK)
First dance Lego House by Ed Sheeran
Father/daughter dance I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack

What were the save and splurge items for your wedding?

Save Wedding car.
Splurge Venue and food and drink.

What was the most difficult part of planning your wedding?

The timings for the day/run sheet. And the most fun? Getting our outfits sorted.

Do you have any money saving tips for engaged couples?

Work more! And save as far ahead of time as you can, even if you don’t know what your budget is going to be yet.

CREDITS

Photographer Kate Drennan Photography
Flowers The Flower Room
Venue & Catering Stoneridge Estate
Stationery & Signage Stoneridge Estate
Makeup Muse Makeup & Hair
Hair Amber Brinsdon Hair
Cake Raeward Fresh Queenstown
Pastor Andrew Waples of Queenstown
Brides Dress Janice Webster
Accessories Samantha Wills, Great Grandmother’s ring and Nana’s ring.
Shoes Trousseau Bridal Shoes
Bridesmaids Dresses Janice Webster
Grooms Suit & Accessories Suits on Broadway & Merchant
Rings Louis the Goldsmith