Sam’s Blush Pink Tea Length Wedding Gown

Posted by Sandra Searle on Apr 22, 2016 in Real Weddings | No Comments

Sam and Nigel travelled back to New Zealand to share a traditional Maori tupunu wedding with their loved ones. They got married at the Ratana Temple at Te Puke Marae, Raetihi in the Ruapehu District on the North Island of New Zealand. This particular area is where Nigel’s ancestors are from and is quite remote so they had to rely on their family and friends to help bring their special day together.

When we met with Sam, she described their wedding to us and was looking for a gown that felt special but would also suit the remote environment. She didn’t want the fuss of a train and she knew that it could be quite chilly and wet. We designed a soft pink tea length wedding gown with sleeves for her. It fit her like a glove! We finished the gown with handmade buttons and a very intricate beaded waistband.

Images by Sobrina Pavan

Click here to view the video of their special day.

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