Alare Wedding Planner & Marriage Celebrant 448482 https://www.alare.co.nz en-nz Alare Weddings 30 Does your Father really need to give you away? https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744920 Traditionally, it’s a Dad’s role to walk his daughter down the aisle and then ‘give her away’, but is that still the way it works these days? 047, 22 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744920 The Honeymoon Bucket list: 5 New Zealand Newlywed Adventures https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/749541 Looking for honeymoon inspiration? Look no further than these fab ideas right on our doorstep! 043, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/749541 Pros and Cons of BYO Wedding Receptions https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744766 One thing I’m always asked for, is recommendations of BYO wedding reception venues. In this blog I break it down for you … the pros and the cons. 038, 20 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744766 Choosing your Waikato Wedding Caterers https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744761 Food glorious food! If you’re anything like me, food is a top priority in life, and your wedding day should be no different! Here’s some of our fave caterers in the Waikato! 034, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744761 A Step-by-Step Guide to Vow Writing https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744540 So you’ve decided to write your own vows but don’t know where to start? Let’s do this! 030, 26 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744540 What Questions will a Wedding Planner ask you? https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744537 Getting overwhelmed with planning your big day and want to approach a planner, but you’re not sure what they’ll ask or what they need to know? Here’s a wee overview for you. 026, 29 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/744537 6 Qualities in Great Marriage Celebrants https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/736962 When looking for a marriage celebrant it’s often hard to know what you’re after. Many couples haven’t been married before, and maybe haven’t been to a lot of weddings, so they don’t know who or what they need. So here’s 6 qualities to look for when you’re on a celebrant search! 021, 24 May 2017 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/736962 Waikato Wedding Photographers You Need to Know About https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/733020 We are stoked to be able to recommend to you some of our favourite Waikato Wedding Photographers! 017, 28 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/733020 Wedding Cakes Too Beautiful to Eat https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/724388 Traditionally, wedding cake was served and cut as a symbol of good fortune and fertility. But long gone are the days of fruit cake being the only option. Here’s some of our favourites from Waikato wedding cake makers. 013, 29 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/724388 Top 5 DIY Waikato Wedding Venues https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/719995 I’ve rounded up a few of my fave Waikato wedding venues for those of you looking for a space where you can easily add your own DIY touch. 009, 28 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/719995 It's 2017! https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/716283 Welcome to 2017, and if you're recently engaged - congratulations! Download my wedding planning checklist to get started. 005, 1 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/716283 Merry Christmas! https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/688390 A wee thanks from me to you. 051, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/688390 Writing Your Wedding Vows https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/688389 Where to start and what to say? Here's some inspiration to help you out! 050, 7 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/688389 How to Write your Order of Service https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/686727 Amanda from Southern Bride is here to tell you all about wording your Order of Service (or Programme) for your big day! 048, 23 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/686727 Wedding Day Timelines https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/687095 An outline on things to think about when setting your timeline for the day. 046, 9 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/687095 A complete step by step guide to your wedding weightloss https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/688343 A guest blog from Gavyn at Start Afresh PT on how to get wedding ready! 044, 26 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/688343 Why Hire a Wedding Planner? https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/686524 Lots of different people hire wedding planners for lots of different reasons. Here’s a round up of some of the more common ones I come across. 042, 12 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/686524 Wording your Wedding Invitations https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/686675 This month we have a fab guest post from Amanda at Be My Guest alla bout how to word your wedding invitations. 040, 28 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/686675 How to Get Married in NZ https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/686521 Figuring out the legalities of how to get married can seem like a minefield. Hopefully, this simplifies things for you! 038, 14 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/686521 Gifts & Registries https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/682386 Want to avoid getting 20 toasters? We’ll explain how to set up the best wedding gift registry for you, as well as how to get the gifts you really want. 036, 31 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/682386 The Honour You Don’t Want https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/681316 It’s an honour, but are you really prepared to be the maid of honour at your friend’s wedding? Find out the real truth about being a bridesmaid. 034, 17 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/681316 Guest Lists https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/681356 Creating your wedding guest list is not as simple as it may seem. Learn how to create a list which suits what you want and your budget. 032, 3 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/681356 When You Want Something Different https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/681354 Looking for some different ideas for your wedding ceremony? Need inspiration for your wedding cake or choosing entertainment for your reception? We’ve got just what you need! 030, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/681354 Where to Find Wedding Inspiration https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/680885 Planning your wedding and need some inspiration? Find out which NZ websites offer the latest wedding trends and DIY ideas. 028, 6 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/680885 How to Choose Wedding Suppliers https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/676801 Choosing and booking your wedding suppliers can be a nightmare! We’ll tell you what you need to know when selecting the right suppliers for your wedding. 026, 22 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/676801 Fun Wedding Alternatives https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/675701 Not everyone wants or can afford a summer wedding. Learn about other popular wedding alternatives and how much fun they can be! 024, 8 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/675701 How to Survive Wedding Expos https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/676759 Wedding expos can be overwhelming! Learn how to sift through the glitz and glamour of an expo to help you achieve the wedding of your dreams. 022, 25 May 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/676759 My Favourite Wedding Decoration Trends https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/673760 Learn how to choose wedding decorations which reflect both of you as a couple and use them to create the wow factor for your ceremony and reception. 020, 11 May 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/673760 What is a Wedding Planner? https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/673458 Is a wedding planner the right choice for you? Learn about the pros and cons of hiring a wedding planner and what they actually do. 018, 27 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/673458 Your Day, Your Way https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/672072 Find out how to ensure your wedding day is celebrated how you want it to be! Learn about compromise and when you should stick to your guns. 016, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/672072 My Celebrant Story https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/670072 Find out more about Hamilton wedding celebrant and planner Hannah, why your special day is important to her and the magic she does! 014, 30 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/670072 The Top 3 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/669163 What are your top 3 most important must haves or must dos for your wedding? Learn about choosing the three most important details for your wedding. 013, 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/669163 Who Am I? https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/665104 Choosing a marriage celebrant is one of the most important decisions you make for your wedding. Learn if I’m the right choice for you. 010, 2 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/665104 Where to Start https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/661819 Unsure where to start with planning your wedding? I’ve listed the five most important jobs you need to do first after your engagement. 008, 17 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/661819 Welcome to 2016! https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/655985 2016 is a wonderful year to get married. But so is 2017 and 2018 too! Learn about me, your Waikato wedding celebrant and what I do. 006, 3 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +1300 https://www.alare.co.nz/blog/655985