Inspiration for a Hilltop Wedding with a Rich Palette of burgundy, peach and warm blue. Collaboration is Magical!!

Jun 16, 2025

Written by Laurel Williams

Inspiration for a Hilltop Wedding with a Rich Palette of burgundy, peach and warm blue. Collaboration is Magical!!

Weddings are magical and the bride and groom are the stars of the show, but behind every beautiful wedding is a team of talented vendors working together to make the day perfect. We were so, so lucky to be invited by Howdy Pictures to participate in a Styled shoot with a group of vendors from around the motu.

What is a Styled Shoot?

Styled shoots are like the fashion shows of the wedding world. They are carefully curated photo shoots where vendors collaborate to create a specific theme or aesthetic. From the flowers to the table settings to the dress, every detail is meticulously planned to create a cohesive and inspiring look. It's our time to play and get our creativity flowing for the upcomming wedding season.

Why Collaborate?

Collaboration is key in the wedding industry. When vendors come together, magic happens. Each vendor brings their unique talents and perspective to the table, resulting in a final product that is greater than the sum of its parts. We can all be a bit isolated, especially in the off-season, so styled shoots are a way to connect, chat business and have some fun!

In addition to Howdy Pictures, this shoot was organised by the extremely exciting new addition to Te Tau Ihu, Roam Events, which offers wedding event hire and styling and is headed up by the incredibly talented Ana Galloway. The team was rounded out by Florals by TandCo Florists, Hair by Chloe Hewetson, Makeup by Sarah Pickersgill Brown, Wedding Dress by Gown and Altar, Veil by In Vogue Bride, Suit by Omen Suit Hire, Hand-painted Stationery by Studio Augusta and Vow Books by Inkberry Caligraphy. Everyone's Instagram accounts will be linked at the end of the post :)