131. Glasshouse Morningside Wedding with Bride Kelly Meharg

Join ⁠⁠THE LOVE LETTER BY LYDIA RACHEL⁠⁠, a fortnightly note from me with wedding inspiration, podcast highlights, real weddings I’m capturing, and a few things I’ve been loving lately.This week, I’m joined by Kelly, who shares the full story of planning a wedding that felt completely true to her and her husband, from a modern meet-cute to a fun, personality-filled celebration in Auckland.Kelly talks openly about what mattered most to them when planning their day, how they made decisions without getting swept up in wedding “shoulds”, and why guest experience was always the priority. This episode is packed with honest reflections, practical advice, and plenty of moments that will make you laugh and nod along.We chat about:💜 How Kelly and Mike met and the New York proposal, where Mike waited until the moment felt right💜 Choosing The Glasshouse as their venue and why being weather-proof in NZ was non-negotiable💜 Planning a cocktail-style wedding with no sit-down dinner, and focusing on great food, drinks, and music💜 Kelly’s dress shopping experience at Hera Couture, including a very memorable fire alarm moment💜 The mental load of wedding planning alongside work and real life💜 Bridesmaids dresses, decision fatigue, and what Kelly would do differently next time💜 Making the day feel personal with thoughtful details like a custom newspaper, handwritten notes for guests, and fun favours💜 Budgeting honestly, what they chose to prioritise, and why photo and video mattered so much to them💜 Letting go of perfection, trusting your vendors, and remembering you’re the guest of honour, not the host…and so much more!Let me know what you think of this episode.You can check out photos from Kelly’s wedding over on Instagram - and make sure you are following ⁠⁠⁠⁠@thekiwiweddingpodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Lydia ⁠⁠⁠⁠@lydiarachelphoto⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find all K & M’s amazing vendors:Location: @glasshouse.nzDress: @heracouture Photography: @ashmuirphotoVideographer: @flatrocfilmsFlowers: @floralcentric Hair: @jules_armishaw_makeupstylingMakeup: @katesmithmakeupCandle Installation: @revelandlightCrane Machine: @kiwikraneBand: @velvettonesnzKelly's Wedding Featured on CapsuleWedding Dress Shopping ExperienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.