New Zealand Weddings

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WHERE THE SEA MEETS THE SAND, BREEZE THROUGH YOUR BIG DAY IN LAYERS OF LIGHT- AS- A- FEATHER FABRICS. IN FIJI, HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH

Beach wedding fantasies come to life in dreamy dresses that sparkle in the sunlight

Ivory strapless tulle and silk chiffon gown with sweetheart bodice and sequined torso by Rachel Gilbert from Modes, crystalstu­dded headband by Alma J Bridal Boutique, ring by Karen Walker Jewellery. LOCATION Treasure Island Resort, Fiji

Sweetheart bodices sketch a classic love portrait while alluring appliqué flowers highlight an ultra-feminine silhouette

THIS PAGE Silk chiffon gown with sweetheart neckline, capped sleeves and flowing A- line skirt by Jane Yeh, earrings by Partridge Jewellers, bracelet and ring both by Karen Walker Jewellery. FACING page Champagnec­oloured tulle gown with lace bodice and floral appliqué by Vinka Design, earrings from Shellshock, ring by Karen Walker Jewellery.

Mirror the pure, luminous landscape of Fiji in tones borrowed from the dreamy tropical sea and sky

THIS Page Silk scoop- back gown with lace trim by A La Robe, earrings from Jane Yeh, bracelet by Diva. THIS Page Strapless tulle gown with lace bodice underlay by Hera Bridal, crystal earrings from Alma J, lace worn as bracelet from Spotlight. FACING page Ivory silk chiffon one- shoulder gown with ruched bodice by Jessica Bridal, earrings from Modes, bracelet from Shellshock, ring by Karen Walker Jewellery.

As your guests will spend much of the ceremony facing your back, it's fitting they have dramatic dress details to gaze upon

THIS page Blue silk chiffon gown with ruched, sequined and beaded bodice by Alma Wong Couture, bracelet from Shellshock, earrings from Alma J Bridal Boutique. FACING Page Silk scoop- back gown with lace trim by A La Robe, earrings from Jane Yeh, bracelet by Diva.

Though it's regarded as a luxe, elegant fabric, lace can also convey a relaxed, romantic vibe

THIS Page , an d opposite Ivory lace tulle gown with crochet bodice by Anna Schimmel, crystal earrings and bracelet both from Modes, ring by Karen Walker Jewellery. LOCATION Nukuwasiga Reef, Fiji

Enhance the light play with sprinkling­s of beads and sequins. The sun is your most beautiful spotlight

THIS Page Ivory strapless silk chiffon gown with sequin detailing on bodice by La Sposa from Modes, diamond earrings by Partridge Jewellers, crystal bracelet from Jane Yeh, crystal headband from Modes, ring by Karen Walker Jewellery. FACING page Silk chiffon gown with bead- embroidere­d bodice and satin- ribbon sash by Sera Lilly, pearl necklace from Modes, earrings by Partridge Jewellery, ring by Karen Walker Jewellery. STYLING MELISSA GARDI HAIR AND MAKEUP CAROLYN HASLETT FOR MAC MODEL TAHNEE FROM RED 11 RETOUCHING ANALEE HART PHOTOGRAPH­Y ASSISTANT STEphen TILLEY LOCATION TREASURE ISLAND resort , fi ji (treasureis­lan d-fi ji.com ) SPECIAL THANKS TO FIJI AIRWAYS ( FIJIAIRWAY­S.COM), tourism fi ji ( fi ji.tra vel ) AND ANNE RADONICH

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