Love me, naturally

Natural, green and lush – this gorgeous wedding style uses an abundance of stunning New Zealand native plants to create a fresh and modern setting for love…

‘It’s the nature of love and the love of nature that brings us here, in the middle of the forest in Pongakawa, Bay of Plenty. Set on five tranquil acres in a forest, the Old Forest School venue is where we celebrate the simple beauty of our land; our hearts warm to the union of (wo)man and nature. 

The styling is natural, green, lush – a true representation of New Zealand. The collection of tree ferns, ground ferns, and nikau palms, all native to Aotearoa, are breathing life and love throughout the venue, accompanied by natural décor elements, wood stumps, planted ponga pots. 

The photoshoot invites the engaged couple to immerse themselves in nature – to feel connected with themselves and their environment.’

 Photography: Andrea Stephens

Styling, plants and accessories: HapPea Events

Venue: Old Forest School

Models: Raniera Rewiri and Hinepanea Shortland