A Stunning New Zealand Wedding

New Zealand Wedding

We love a New Zealand wedding. There's nothing that quite compares to the frost-topped mountains, the crystal blue sky, and the pristine lakes that sparkle and dance on a bright day. Capturing a special moment in time is enhanced one hundred fold by NZ scenery, and Jayde & Steve were lucky enough to get it for the happiest day of their lives.

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Jayde & Steve met when he became her housemate 11 years ago, and have since spent many blissful holidays snowboarding and mountain biking through the enchanting New Zealand terrain. It followed, therefore, that they should naturally have their wedding in the place where they were always the most content. Jayde wore a beautiful St. Patrick wedding dress with her Aimer Cape in Blush, exuding a sophisticated elegance and warmth.

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Wedding Dress: 'Malta' - St. Patrick

Suit: Custom suit by Oscar Hunt

Venue: Rippon, Wanaka, New Zealand

Florist: Crimson Wedding Flowers

Hair & Make Up: Amy Studio

Photographer: Mic Image Weddings

август 08, 2018 — Catherine Clark

What To Wear To A Wedding? A Bridal Jumpsuit, Of Course!

What To Wear To A Wedding
What To Wear To A Wedding
Amy chose to break all the wedding rules on her wedding day, deciding to team a stunning white full length jumpsuit with her Mode & Affaire Aimer Fur Cape. Her daring fashion choice definitely paid off. With sunny skies, this June wedding was picture perfect!
What To Wear To A Wedding
An Intimate ceremony at Maple and Rose House with close friends and family was followed by photos at Kings Park and The Treasury Building. 
What To Wear To A Wedding
Having met doing Muay Thai, with hubby being a former Professional Muay Thai Boxer the Wedding Day was complete with a Reception in traditional Thai style at the amazing Long Chim Restaurant at the basement of the Treasury. 
What To Wear To A Wedding
As the cool Winter's wind came in, Amy was able to complete her gorgeous outfit with our Aimer Fur Cape which also doubled as her daughter's, who kept stealing it throughout the day. 
Photography - Kerri Mackintosh Photography
Ceremony - Maple and Rose House
Reception - Treasury Building
Jumpsuit - Natalie Rolt
Flowers - Erin Lamb
июль 04, 2018 — Catherine Clark

An International Jet-setter; A Chicago Wedding

An International Jet-setter; A Chicago Wedding
Elopement inspiration alert! As a yogi princess dream, Pippa stands out as one of the most down to earth, international brides we've ever helped out. Pippa met pilot Jake at a yoga class, and their first date was an extravagant flight to Rottnest. Soaring over the coast - oh how romantic!

 

Chicago Wedding

If a first date on a private flight wasn't enough, Pippa & Jake got engaged winging over the pacific on a trip to Japan. They eloped to a Chicago wedding after Jake's new post in the US, and honoured what brought them together by doing a yoga class on the morning of the wedding. Pippa wore an Aimer Fur Cape in Snow for the day, a pristine white fur cape made of the softest fur that moulds to your shape. The protection was sorely needed on a -3 degree spring Chicago wedding day, and Pippa looked all the more gorgeously glamorous for it!

Chicago Wedding

Chicago Wedding

Chicago Wedding

Chicago Wedding

Chicago Wedding

Gorgeous international wedding photos by Kristen Kaiser

июнь 13, 2018 — Catherine Clark

A Romantic Wedding in NYC

A Romantic Wedding in NYC

There was something of a quiet splendor about the NYC wedding that Mode & Affaire was a part of in February. The celebration was intimate, full of romance, and overlooking the iconic New York skyline where the couple took their first trip together.

Romance

The beautiful Leanne came to us in September of 2017 looking for something extra to complete her romantic wedding ensemble in the chilly weather. It was an honour to help her choose her piece and she absolutely glowed in her gorgeous Snow Aimer Cape. The heavens opened the moment the pictures were finished, so the wedding took on a soft and cosy romance vibe in the Brooklyn Winery, with both traditional and modern elements making an appearance.

Romance

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май 29, 2018 — Catherine Clark

Pretty in Ponchos at a Vineyard Wedding

Vineyard Wedding
Vineyard Wedding
It's no secret that we adore a rainy wedding day, and the happy faces radiating from Hannah's gorgeous photos provide any sunshine you might be missing. It's impossible not to smile when you see them.
Vineyard Wedding
150 ponchos were bought 2 days before the celebration, and were put to good use; as soon as Hannah started walking down the aisle, the rain started falling as if it was confetti from the heavens. The clouds served an opportunity for rare lighting, and the landscape boasted an exquisite view of grapevines and forestry. The local wedding was held in Denmark, and was supplied by local sourcers - with Mode & Affaire being no exception. Hannah went for a custom order shiraz coloured Ostrich Bolero, to match a bold red lip, and also purchased a matching bolero in Snow for her wonderful bridesmaid. The nuptial colours were a subsequent pop of deep reds, greens, and neutrals that looked absolutely gorgeous. A classic and timeless style with a hint of edge that gave it a unique angle that was entirely Hannah and Ian's. Yet another local wedding that we were incredibly proud to be a part of!
Vineyard Wedding
Vineyard Wedding
Vineyard Wedding
Vineyard Wedding
Dress - Loui Col designs
Photography - James Simmons photography 
Venue - Rickety Gate Estate 
Arbour/prop hire - Show Goat Vintage 
Florals - Lush floral design 
Hair & Make up - Bonnie Louise styling 
март 06, 2018 — Catherine Clark

A Fur Stole for Amore in Alexandria

A fur Stole
Wedding Fur Stole
The sun was setting over the Grounds of Alexandria when Daniel and Grace got hitched, after knowing each other for 11 blissful years. Among thousands of twinkling fairy lights in famous location The Grounds, the Sydney wedding played out and was a magical affair - with a reception boasting plants, lights, farm animals, and even a magician!
Wedding Fur Stole
Wedding Fur Stole
Wedding Fur Stole
An August Sydney wedding is beautiful, but chilly. Grace opted to show off a Mae Fluffy Wedding Bolero in Snow with her dress, which added a soft glamour to her outfit that earned her several compliments on the texture and look of her fur. This wedding fur stole is absolutely perfect for when the air is crisp, and it didn't compromise on her look. The sunset photos that Grace took with her new husband were the stuff of dreams - and the ceremony was no different.
Wedding Fur Stole
Wedding Fur Stole
Dress: 'Willow' - Made with Love
Sydney Wedding Venue: The Grounds of Alexandria (NSW)
Florist: The Grounds Florals by Silvia
Hair: Rebecca at Studio 442
Custom Headpiece: Bridal Blue
Photographer: Photographer Pete
Bolero: Mae Fluffy Wedding Bolero in Snow
февраль 07, 2018 — Catherine Clark

A Queenstown Princess in a New Zealand Wedding

A Queenstown princess

New Zealand Wedding

A cool breeze, tree branches rustling, the sound of birds ringing out through the forest. Amy and Jason's day was a Queenstown fairy tale come true.

Since she was a little girl, Amy had dreamt of a wedding celebration in New Zealand. She met Jason at a radio show station where they both worked, and eventually, they fell in love and adopted a new member of the family - a rabbit called Lenny.  Lenny, not being able to attend the wedding, was with them in spirit, appearing in a picture placed between the bride and groom on the head table. The genuine love and comfort that the two found in each other shone through the photos.

Amy looked radiant in her wedding celebration ensemble, working in the natural highlights of silver, blue, and green that swept the scenery. Amy's Ostrich Feather Bolero floated on her shoulders as an elegant nod to the cooler weather, and her detailed sleeved dress matched the creamy shade of her bridesmaids' Feather Plume Boleros.

New Zealand weddings are always among the most divine, and Amy's beautiful ceremony was no exception.

We hope Amy, Jason and Lenny's future is as radiant as their celebration was.

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январь 30, 2018 — Catherine Clark

A Winter Wedding Dream with Bodelle and Gill

A winter Wedding

The Southern Highlands in late June can be a little cool, but with a touch of Mode & Affaire magic Bodelle and Gill got married at a winter wedding in a dreamy New South Wales setting without having to worry about the chill in the air.

Winter Wedding

Both Bodelle herself and her bridesmaids displayed divine pieces from the winter wedding collection. Bodelle wore a gorgeous Aimer Cape in Snow, and her bridesmaids styled their Infiniti scarves in Shell to make the most elegant little boleros. These scarves are among our favourite pieces due to their versatility, light weight and heavenly soft texture. Bodelle's mother had noticed this as well, and ended up convincing one of the bridesmaids to hand it over to her to take back to New Zealand!

Winter Wedding

Winter Wedding

Winter Wedding

A beautiful affair for a joyous occasion.

 

 

Makeup: Liv Slee

Hair: Jonina Menzies, Maiden Hair

Dress: Sally Eagle from Hope and Page

Location: Penrose State Forest & Mali Brae

Winter Wedding Cape: Aimer Cape in Snow

декабрь 12, 2017 — Catherine Clark

A Whimsical Wedding at Watson's Bay

Whimsical Wedding
The venue for this event was a special one for a special couple. Watson’s Bay Hotel was where the Kayla and Matthew had their first date, so the sentimentality enriched the beachy charm of this bayside spot. 
Whimsical Wedding
Kayla was the epitome of picture perfect on her whimsical wedding day, despite choosing a path not commonly taken by our Mode & Affaire brides. She wore our Saville Bomber Jacket in Moss, which complimented the colours of the setting and her bouquet beautifully. The rich green of the jacket and the delicate texture of the feathers made for the most beautiful addition to her outfit, and we loved the look it produced.
Whimsical Wedding
The overcast day wasn’t just a sign of luck for the beautiful Kayla, but provided the perfect waterfront lighting for her gorgeous photos. Add to our wedding inspiration files – check! 
Whimsical Wedding
Whimsical Wedding
Make up - Rachel from The Make up Society
Hair - Kayla Trisley & Renee Hughes
Stylist - Emm Pollock- The Wild Side 
Florist - Po Hunt
декабрь 12, 2017 — Catherine Clark

The Streets of Philadelphia

STREETS OF PHILADELPHIA

Wedding Day

Kelley and Ryan came from the same home town and were friends for two years before they fell in love. They celebrated their winter wedding day in December with a romantic industrial vibe that epitomised the modern, chic wedding theme that we're definitely feeling this season.

Wedding Day

Kelley's magical wedding day went seamlessly, and we loved hearing about the little quirks like the painter who captured the gorgeous couples' first dance together. And of course nothing would have completed the chilly winter's bridal outfit like our luxurious Aimer Cape (which Kelley wears in Shell) that we make from the softest rabbit fur, ethically sourced and more beautifully luxurious than any other bridal accessory. Kelley got many compliments on her fur piece, and described the wedding day to us as 'smooth and perfect'.

From the pictures, we're inclined to agree!

Wedding Day

Wedding Day

Wedding Day

Venue: Front & Palmer

Dress: Reem Acra

Florist: Papertini

Photographer: Asya Photography (Grace Winter)

Makeup: Aleksandra Ambrozy

Hair: Val Clarke

Painter: Mark DeSilva

декабрь 07, 2017 — Catherine Clark

Amber's Winery Wedding Affaire

Winery Wedding

Winery Wedding

On the 23rd of September, Amber got married to her partner of 9 years, Hayden, in a charming little winery wedding in Eagle Bay.

Winery Wedding

Winery Wedding

She wore a divine Donna Tobin beaded gown under our Aimer Cape in Shell, which oozed subtle glamour and classy sophistication.

Winery Wedding

Winery Wedding

Amber’s photos are a reflection of pure luxury and delight. The gorgeous Australian landscape and the winery wedding reflects her natural beauty, and her soft fur cape and richly coloured bouquet were exquisitely chosen accessories for her special day.

Winery Wedding

Cape - Aimer Fur Cape in Shell

Florist & Venue Styling – Bridget from Zest Flowers

Venue – Wise Winery

Photography – Loren Ioppolo from Nectarine Photography

Dress – Donna Tobin

Makeup – Brittany Mason

Hair – Rachelle Lord from The Pretty Parlour

Bridesmaid dresses – Zimmerman

Jewellery – Samantha Wills

декабрь 06, 2017 — Catherine Clark

A Rustic Fairytale Wedding

Rustic Fairytale
Fairytale Wedding
On the 17th of June 2017, the lovely Sheree and Damian’s celebration took place – and it had the magic of a pure country fairytale wedding. The style of ceremony was a local ‘rustic vintage’ feel, and the backdrop of rolling hills and charming forestland truly lived up to the Wollombi’s ‘Mystwood Retreat’ name.

Fairytale Wedding

Sheree’s special day was planned in the middle of winter, and where the cool temperatures may have intimidated some, the Hack’s fairytale wedding embraced the season in an exquisite and classic style that simply couldn’t have been achieved in warmer weather. Sheree’s Atelier Rose gown was handmade, and at her very last fitting, she spotted our luxurious Plume Feather Jacket on the racks. As soon as she tried it on over her lace-embroidered dress, she knew she had to have it. The jacket, made of the softest marabou feather, is part of our bridal range which lends that extra touch of class and cosy warmth to any wedding outfit. Sheree looked absolutely stunning, and we were honoured to be a part of her divine fairytale wedding.

Fairytale Wedding

Fairytale Wedding

Fairytale Wedding

Fairytale Wedding

Makeup: Linda Brown, ‘Krystle Davis Hair & Beauty’

Flowers: Florist ‘Worn Out Wares’

Dress: Atelier Rose

Photography: Sue Taylor, ‘Elope or Wed with a Twist’

Location: Mystwood Retreat, Wollombi

Jacket: Plume Feather Jacket in Snow, ‘Mode & Affaire’

Celebrant: Francine O’Brien, 'Francine O'Brien Marriage Celebrant'

октябрь 03, 2017 — Catherine Clark