Inclusive vendor directory
Celebrants, photographers and planners across Aotearoa, from helicopter elopements in Queenstown to Wellington’s wild coast. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.
Equal since 2013Marriage equality took effect in August 2013.
Apply 3 working days aheadYour marriage license must be sorted more than 3 working days before.
License lasts 3 monthsAnd it names the place you’ll marry.
Two witnessesPlus a registered marriage celebrant.
I am a documentary wedding photographer drawn to shadow and light, mythology and nature, and the quiet revelations of belonging. I shoot hybrid on film and digital and revel in the true and deep connections of all my couples. My soul belongs to the mountains.
I can’t wait to meet you. From getting to know you, documenting important moments to the delivery of your images, I’m all in.
PNW based adventure elopement photographer traveling all over the US & beyond to capture a wedding that’s totally ‘you’ – in every way
Muffcake Manor is a boutique wedding stationery studio led by illustrator and designer Adrienne Browning, where every piece is crafted with intention, heart, and a touch of old-world romance. Rooted in the Pacific Northwest but serving couples around the world, the studio specializes in bespoke wedding invitations that feel less like paper goods and more like heirloom keepsakes. The kind of pieces families tuck into albums, frame on walls, and revisit long after the celebration ends.
Arlo SoHo is located in SoHo just north of Tribeca. Arlo SoHo offers thoughtfully designed guest rooms that combine flexible, modern furniture with efficient storage spaces and a range of play full touches. Plus, all the amenities you need to make it your perfect NYC honeymoon home base in the city.
A team of designers with a wealth of experience in creating beautifully crafted, affordable, letterpress wedding & engagement stationery
I create and perform ceremonies and rituals of all varieties. In the process of getting to know people, from newborns and their families to nearlyweds to actively dying folks, I craft celebrations of life’s meaningful moments, both big and small.
Kassia Lee Photography is all about capturing real moments & raw emotion. The little things that make life so beautiful, from the laughter, the tears, to the smallest details, I’m here to document your story as it naturally unfolds.
I’m Sophia, the photographer behind Sophia Lewis Photography. I specialize in story-driven wedding and elopement photography across Colorado and beyond, documenting celebrations that are intentional, emotional, and deeply personal. My approach is rooted in connection and trust. I want you to feel comfortable enough to be fully yourselves so the photos reflect the real moments unfolding around you.
Choosing a wedding photographer isn’t just about finding someone who takes great photos—it’s about finding someone you trust to capture the real, unfiltered moments without turning your day into a production. With 11 years of experience, we know how to blend into the rhythm of your wedding, letting things unfold naturally while staying ready for whatever comes next.
Teddy Bell is the celebrant behind Married By A Teddy — a modern, Melbourne-based celebrancy brand creating ceremonies that feel elevated, intentional and emotionally intelligent.
San Francisco Bay Area based wedding, elopement and couples photographer. Capturing all the in between moments for all couples.
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New Zealand’s marriage equality law took effect in August 2013, and it’s been a favorite for queer couples ever since, especially for elopements with a view.
Apply for your marriage license with Births, Deaths and Marriages more than 3 working days before your wedding. The license lasts 3 months and names the place you’ll marry, so get your location locked in first. On the day you’ll need a registered marriage celebrant and at least two witnesses.
Couples who live outside New Zealand can apply from home. You’ll sign a statutory declaration in front of an authorized person and post it in, and your wedding needs to happen within 3 months of that declaration.
Think helicopter elopements in the Remarkables and natural weddings in Wellington. Planning a bigger trip? Our Australian vendors are just across the ditch.
Yes. Marriage equality has been law since August 2013.
More than 3 working days before your wedding. The license is valid for 3 months.
Yes. Overseas couples can apply from home by signing a statutory declaration in front of an authorized person and posting it to Births, Deaths and Marriages.
At least two, plus a registered marriage celebrant.
The license names your wedding location, so contact Births, Deaths and Marriages if your plans change.
Legal details last checked October 2026 against New Zealand Births, Deaths and Marriages forms. Always confirm current fees and timing with BDM.
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