A proposal with a ring hidden in a Kinder egg can only result in a wedding as fun as this one. Abby and Scott made their DIY nuptials look easy peasy thanks to a three day working festival with friends and fam to tackle the prep. “The boys would go surfing in the morning, then we’d smash out wedding set-up during the day with a few cheeky beach swims to cool off, then all go out for dinner.” With a woodland setting and Amy Kate along to capture the adventure, we think this rustic affair was well worth the hours.

Waimauku venue The Barn was love at first sight for this couple and the blank canvas made way for plenty of personal touches. As lovers of the outdoors, the ceremony was held in the adjoining forest, “There is a clearing in the middle so everyone was surrounded by beautiful tall pine trees. It is stunning!”.

Keeping with the laid back vibes, food trucks Taco Loco and Puha Pakeha (European and Maori fusion) served up food that had guests going back for 2nds (and rumours of 4ths!). When it came to dessert, these guys didn’t let their DIY game slip. “My aunty baked our main cake – a semi naked hummingbird – and my sister and I baked a dairy free and a gluten free one.” Colour us impressed!