Maori Polynesian Islands Theme

[hike275]

Originally Posted by Melmak15

what great ideas hike!
I am using mini flax kete (traditionial maori kits/bags) for our bonbonniere to give to the aussie guests - with kiwi choc/lollies inside and a small paua shell on them. I am European kiwi and love tying in Maori heritage - i have seen a maori design on a garter too!

Hi,
We were also looking at the kete with the piece of paua attached on the following website, I couldn't download a picture to attach to my thread on this forum

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FH was able to get pieces of paua (about 50) off ebay. I will get the woven flax bags (approx 5cmx5cm) and DIY with ribbon and the paua pieces.

From the above place we are getting the invitations with the woven flax backing and the paua attached. I have found a dress maker in Auckland who can make my wedding dress. In my pictures the dress with the green panelling on the bodice, well, picture that with a green paua panelling and then coming from the back round to the front. She quoted me NZ$850. So I'm happy.....Would love to know what you have planned so far.

[hike275]

Reception table settings and arrangements:

[hike275]

Hairstyles so far:

[ozwiccagal]

i like the second one better, but is there any way to get that look but have a couple of soft curls around your face?

[Sideways Sally]

Oh it all looks awesome - when I see all the stuff for a summer beach wedding it sometimes makes me think I should have a summer wedding LOL! absolutely beautiful!

[hike275]

Originally Posted by ozwiccagal

i like the second one better, but is there any way to get that look but have a couple of soft curls around your face?

Yeah I like the second one too...however FH wants me to wear my hair down but its still early days yet. The last 2 hairstyles are for the MOH and BM.

[hike275]

Pictures of the Bure Ni Loloma Chapel in Fiji where we will be getting married. The view from the chapel looks out into the ocean....awww

[Lilyaust]

Ohh my Hike I can't believe I haven't seen this thread. You're my GIRL. did you see my photos in the gallery we eloped and went to fiji. It reminded me of my wedding so beautiful. Right down to the smallest details you have thought of everything. I hope you have a great day and I'm sure you'll both look great.

[hike275]

Originally Posted by Lilyaust

Ohh my Hike I can't believe I haven't seen this thread. You're my GIRL. did you see my photos in the gallery we eloped and went to fiji. It reminded me of my wedding so beautiful. Right down to the smallest details you have thought of everything. I hope you have a great day and I'm sure you'll both look great.

Yes, my favourite are the ones with the sun setting in the background. We are having an afternoon ceremony so by the time the photos are being done will be around dusk.....got it all planned down to the poses...LOL...tried to practice with FH and he couldn't stand still....hmmmm....LOL
Where did you honeymoon? I've gone for Royal Davui Island Resort, but I don't think now its within our budget. I was looking for somewhere a bit secluded and chose Royal Davui as there are only 16 bures on the island and the bure chosen has a plunge pool (not a priority but nice to relax in at night...if its hot)

[Lyndsay]

Originally Posted by hike275

FH is Maori/Scottish and I am from the Cook Islands (Rarotongan) so we have decided to have a mix of both, a Maori and Polynesian island style wedding....this is what we have so far

Bridal party dress ideas

May I please ask where you found the mens shirt from? Do you know whether they do different colours?
I love everything you have shown! Well done