One for the books, Dushanka and Rakitha acing the wedding game at The Milk Station in Otaki

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“With a best first class cricket score of 199, Raki save his best run till last with Dushy down the aisle”

— Dushanka & Rakitha

Dushanka and Rakitha, a wedding masterclass at the Milk Station. A celebration surrounded by their closest friends and family. With beautiful touches of class, colour and culture. Created alongside industry pal Sink or Surface.

Hints of pastel colours, touches of Sri Lankan culture, beautiful classic food and surrounded by their closest and most cherished friends and family.

This wedding is definitely one for the books, checkout some of the beautiful images below along with their day captured in film by Sink or Surface.

Stills and Motion photo and video Sink or Surface | Venue The Milk Station, Otaki | Dress Vinka Design | Catering Simply Food | Signage The Signery NZ | Choreography First Dance Wellington | Rings Partridge Jewellers | Mens Attire Barkers | Cake Em and Skye

The day in film below by Sink or Surface

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Boho colour at the Milk Station

Boho Wedding at the Milk Station

Was back at for another stunner at The Milk Station in Otaki for the colourful boho inspired wedding of Christina and Brad. From Christina’s boho lace dress from Paperswan Bride, through to the amazing vibrant florals by Twisted Willow all topped off with delicious food supplied by Nosh.

Take a look at a few snaps from their day.

Venue The Milk Station Dress Paperswan Bride Catering and Furniture Nosh Florals Twisted Willow Cake Stiletto Studio Signage Made Lovely Hire Celebrant Sarah Topliff Shoes Chaos & Harmony

Pippa and Nikolai at The Milk Station

Pippa and Nikolai married and a stunner of a summers day at The Milk Station in Otaki. Surrounded by talented friends and family who did the floras, the cake, signage and a whole lot more!

Venue The Milk Station | Catering Simply Food | Florals and Stationery Given Objects and Design | Dress Jenny Yoo | BM Dresses Shona Joy | Rings Karen Walker Atelier | Band Pat for President | MUA Zoe Makeup Artist

Weddings always look so good at The Milk Station, Otaki

The Milk Station Otaki, Wedding

Some wet ass photos for your Tuesday morning my cheeseballs. From Caitlin + Zach’s wedding where we broke the @guinnessworldrecords for most people to do a simultaneous tequila shot during a wedding group photo (disclaimer, not verified, but I’m claiming it)

Venue The Milk Station Otaki | Dress Hera Couture / Paperswan Bride | Groom Attire RM Williams Europe / RJB Design | MUA Janet Rowe Makeup Artist | Catering NOSH Catering + Events | Rings Diamonds On Richmond | Stationery/Signage Papier hq | Florasl Horrobin & Hodge | BM Dress Baby’s Breath Bridesmaids

Tipi's, Clear Marquees and Sperry Tents for your wedding day

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Tipi's, Clear Marquees, Sperry Tents and Alfresco

Someone has dropped a knee and popped the question and you’ve said yes. Now you want to hold your wedding day but you don’t know where to look to book your venue.

If you’re lucky enough to have a bit of space on the farm or a section or a venue with a bit of a clearing, here’s a list of some great alternatives to creating your own unique wedding venue. From unique looking Tipi Tents, to clear marquees to Sperry Tents, take a look at the options below.

Feel free to get in touch if you’re after more info and drop me a line at hello@davidle.co.nz

Tipi Tents | Topkata

Much of the unique character and charm of the TopKåta Tipi can be put down to the poles - natural, practical, environmentally friendly and truly beautiful.  Each pole is created from 100 year old, late-maturing, chemical-free Spruce sourced from sustainable forests in Sweden.  The cold causes these trees to grow very slowly, producing exceptionally strong timber.  The TopKåta Tipi canvas are custom made, lightweight, waterproof and wind resistant, offering sustainable, eco-friendly solution to the PVC normally used in marquee structures.

Featured wedding Penelope + Mikey on Together Journal | Website Topkata Tipi Tents

Clear Marquees | Party Up

Have an amazing view and want to be able for you and your guest to enjoy them but also want some shelter from the elements? A clear marquee is the perfect option to enjoy those 360 degree views.

Featured wedding Tara + Lee featured on Wild Hearts | Website Party Up

Sperry Tents | Flagship Events

These are classic handmade ivory coloured sailcloth and Spruce pole tents that require no lining or frilly detailing.

The natural colour of the sailcloth reflects a warm and embracing light viewed from both inside and out. The high sides which can be covered or left open as required, provide for perfect sightlines and extended views whether standing or seated within the tent.

Featured wedding Nicole + Logn featured at NZ Weddings Magazine | Website Flag Ship Events

Alfresco Lounging | Flock Events

Don’t want to be boxed in by four walls. Why not forgo a marquee or tent altogether and dine and party under the stars alfresco styles. You can create beautiful spaces with the helps of Mustard Folk, Flock Events, Love Club Hire and many more by setting up lounging and cocktail areas for you and you guests to chill and mingle on your special day.

Featured wedding Kate + Hamish featured on Wild Hearts | Website Mustard Folk, Flock Events, Love Club Hire

The top 10 best Best Wedding Venues in Wellington, Wairarapa and the Manawatu

The Best Wedding Venues in Wellington, Wairarapa and the Manawatu

Looking at getting married in the lower North Island of New Zealand and don’t know where to start looking for the perfect wedding venue?

Here I’ve compiled a list of some of the best wedding venues throughout the Wellington, Wairarapa and the Manawatu.Whether you’re looking for a some minimalistic, italian inspired architecture, a beautiful winery or a place with a bit of soul and rustic charm. Check out the list below.

Feel free to get in touch if you’re after more info and drop me a line at hello@davidle.co.nz

The Milk Station | Otaki

The Milk Station is one of my favourite venues not only in Wellington but in New Zealand. Situated a hour between Wellington and Palmerston North in the small beach town of Otaki. Italian inspired architecture, beautiful gardens and plenty of onsite accommodation and parking - it’s the total package.

Featured wedding Polly + Rhys on Together Journal | Website The Milk Station

Tarureka Estate | Featherston

After a venue with a bit more soul and that rustic charm. Tarureka Estate location in Featherston in the Wairarapa is the perfect venue. With onsite homestead and cottage for you and the family to get ready and a handful of options to hold your ceremony from out on the tennis court law or upstairs in the loft, this place is truly special.

Featured wedding Amanda + Ryan on Together Journal | Website Tarureka Estate

Poppies | Martinborough

A classy, modern and minimalistic winery found in the heart of Martinborough. The crew here run a tight ship and if you’re after a team to provide you with a structured day, the team at Poppies deliver. Concrete walls and floors and plenty of sweeping winery views are close by in the Wairarapa.

Featured wedding Ryan + Charlotte featured at Sink or Surface | Website Poppies

Orlando Country | Palmerston North

Orlando Country is one of the premiere wedding venues in the Manawatu. Situated just over hour and a half from Wellington and a couple minutes from Palmerston North city. If you’re after a venue with a great team, good food and a driving range, look no further than this gem in Palmerston North.

Featured wedding Alana + Rob featured at NZ Weddings Mag | Website Orlando Country

The Boatshed | Wellington City

Found in the heart of Wellington City. The Boatshed overlooks both the harbour and the city. With it being set just across the road from numerous laneways and city architecture, you’ll be able to get an urban look to your wedding photos.

Featured wedding Sylvana + James featured on The Wild Flower | Website Boatshed

Makoura Lodge | Apiti

Want something rural and a bit different to the norm? You’ll find Makoura Lodge in the heart of the Manawatu. Around a hours drive north of Palmerston North. Plenty of onsite accomodation, room for guest to also tent and some of the best Roast Pork Crackling and Polenta Chips around. A popular venue for farmers and people who are rural at heart.

Featured wedding Victoria + James at Makoura Lodge | Website Makoura Lodge

Sudbury | Te Horo

Sudbury is a 40 min drive up from Wellington City and around a hour from Palmerston North. A old horse stable turned into an all in one wedding venue with a ceremony area overlooking farmland of Kapiti and a beautiful rustic clean space with concrete floors give a rustic feel with a modern and minimalistic twist. The option to BYO alcohol without any corkage charge is also a big drawcard. Shoutout for the designated photographer car park too, brownie points.

Featured wedding Ben + Jessica at Sudbury | Website Sudbury NZ

Lacewood Estate | Martinborough

Another venue with rustic charm - on the same styling and feel as Tarureka Estate, Lacewood provides another option within the Wairarapa. Get married under the trees and celebrate the night away in the barn, only a few minutes drive from Wellington and Martinborough.

Featured wedding Nina + Kevin at Lacewood | Website Lacewood

Brackenridge | Martinborough

With a full suite of accommodation, a day spa and only a couple minutes from Martinborough township. Brackenridge is an all in one wedding venue. With a beautiful lawn space overlooking the Remutakas in Wellington and multi purpose reception space, it ticks plenty of boxes.

Featured wedding Sam + Maggie featured in NZ Bride and Groom | Website Brackenridge

Tironui Farm | Martinborough

Wanting sweeping landscapes of the beautiful farmland of the Wairarapa. Need space for a food truck and outdoor games. Tironui Farm is the perfect space for people after a more relaxed and casual wedding day.

Featured wedding Ankit + Mads featured on The Wild Flower | Website Tironui Farm