top of page

Hannah & Chris – A Romantic family celebration at Kauri Bay Auckland

  • willowandsagebotan
  • Jun 15
  • 3 min read

Hannah & Chris chose a timeless white and green colour palette to complement their romantic and meaningful day. We designed a crescent floral meadow to frame the couple during the ceremony, complemented by classic white rose bouquets, buttonholes and single stem bud vases for their relaxed reception.

modern white and green wedding florals

Tell Me about your love story! How did you two meet?

We met online and quickly formed a connection that felt natural and easy, like we’d known each other for years. After three wonderful years together, we got engaged and began planning the next chapter of our lives.



How did you come to find/choose your venue?

When we visited our venue, we instantly fell in love. It was private and peaceful, and it reminded us of my upbringing on a lifestyle block. There was something about the space that felt warm and familiar - like home. We knew right then that this was where we wanted to get married.


modern white and green wedding florals

What was your vision for your wedding? Did you have a theme, a feeling, or an aesthetic in mind?

Our vision for the wedding was romantic, simple, and timeless. We wanted the day to feel effortlessly elegant, filled with heartfelt moments and a relaxed atmosphere. Rather than going over the top, we focused on creating something meaningful and beautiful.


What was the most important element of your wedding design? Was it the florals, the tablescape, the ambiance, or something else

The most important element of our wedding design was creating an atmosphere that felt both romantic and fun. We wanted the space to feel warm and inviting, with soft, timeless details that reflected our style - but also to set the tone for a night that our guests would genuinely enjoy. It was all about striking that balance between elegance and ease, so that everyone could relax, celebrate, and share in the joy of the moment with us.



What role did flowers play in your day? Were there specific blooms, colors, or arrangements that were meaningful to you?

Flowers played a big part in setting the tone for the day and really helped bring our romantic and timeless vision to life.

 

Jade, our florist, went above and beyond from the very beginning. She provided thoughtful proposals and clear communication during the lead-up to the wedding. She was incredible through every step, right through to the flawless delivery and installation of the flowers.

 

We chose classic white roses paired with delicate baby's breath for a soft, elegant look that felt both simple and beautiful. The arrangements added a touch of romance to every part of the day, from the bouquets to the ceremony backdrop.

 

The meadow ceremony, adorned with these stunning flowers, was a total hit with everyone. It all came together so seamlessly, and the flowers truly elevated the atmosphere

 

We couldn’t have been happier.



What were your favourite floral moments? Any specific arrangements, bouquets, or installations that stood out?

One of our favourite floral touches was how the meadow-style ceremony arch was reused for the sweetheart table later in the day. The transition was seamless and felt like such a thoughtful detail - not just visually, but also in the way it helped reduce waste, which was important to us. It really showed the care and consideration that went into the whole design.

I absolutely adored my bouquet - soft, romantic, and full of white roses and baby's breath. It felt really personal and just right for the day. Simple, elegant, and beautifully put together.

A special mention has to go to our flower girl - my 91-year-old grandmother, who carried a smaller version of the bouquet. It was such a sweet little touch and added something really lovely to the ceremony. Seeing her carrying down the aisle was such a heart warming moment for all of us.



How did you feel when you saw your flowers for the first time? We’d love to hear about that moment!

Seeing my bouquet for the first time honestly took my breath away. It was even more beautiful than I’d imagined - soft, romantic soft, romantic, and perfectly capturing the mood of the day. Holding it made everything feel real, personal, and truly special.


Vendor team

Photography: @Esmeandlogan

Comments

bottom of page