127. Queenstown Wedding with Bride Trish Peng, Founder & Creative Director of Trish Peng

LAST CHANCE to enter to win your wedding photography, enter by midnight 17th Jan 2026:ENTER HEREThis week, I’m joined by the incredible Trish Peng, bridal designer, business owner, and one of the most recognisable names in the New Zealand wedding industry. Trish shares her journey not only as a bride, but as someone who lives and breathes weddings every single day.We chat about:💜 A full-circle love story involving a 21st birthday, Fashion Week, and a very well-timed dating-app reconnection💜 A surprise proposal complete with a picnic at the Auckland Domain💜 Planning a Queenstown wedding while running a busy business💜 Designing four wedding dresses for her own day, including a first look dress and a party mini💜 Managing expectations and pressure as a designer bride💜 Guest list rules, budget realities, and why your wedding isn’t a family reunion💜 The importance of carving out time with your partner on the wedding day💜 Life after the wedding and avoiding post-wedding blues💜 Building a global bridal brand, going viral on TikTok, and growing a business over 11+ years💜 Dress shopping advice every bride needs to hear, from timelines to try-ons and trusting your gut💜 Current bridal trends, minis, basque waists, and choosing a dress that truly feels like you…and so much more!Follow Trish: @trishpengLet me know what you think of this episode!If you’d like to see photos from Trish’s wedding day and get inspired by the incredible vendors involved, check them out and give them some love over on @thekiwiweddingpodcast and @lydiarachelphoto 🤍Find all T & T’s amazing vendors:Location: Private Estate - Colpo Di Fulmine in QueenstownBride's Gowns: Custom @trishpengGroom & Groomsmen Attire: @t.beggtailoringBridesmaids Dresses: Custom⁠ ⁠@trishpeng⁠Wedding Planner & Stylist: @onefinedayweddingsPhotographer: @jonnyscottphotoVideographer: @cameronandalannahFlorals: @michelecoomeyfloralFurniture: @hayleythehirer (now part of Flock Events)Lighting, Draping & Chandeliers: @lalumiere_nzCandle Installation: @revelandlightHair: @boutiquebride Makeup: @katesolleymakeupDiamonds & Rings: @thediamondshopCars: Volkswagen for the bridal partyFord Mustang: @muzz_and_mollyCake: @sophieroseannacakesEvent Stationery: @papierhqeventsInvitation Design: @brandedstudiocoInvitation Printing: @paperlust.coMarquee: @trulyyours_eventsSinger & Pianist: @shaun_prestonChampagne: MoetEspresso Martinis: @batchedcocktailsDJ: @jupiterprojectCelebrant: @michaelgoudieBridal Muse Budgeting TemplateAlso featured on:Trish Peng OnlineJonny ScottOne Fine DayWedding StyleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.