Mercedes & Aydan

Mercedes and Aidan’s wedding was nothing short of a masterpiece—an unforgettable, energetic celebration in the heart of Queenstown’s famed Winehouse that perfectly matched their vibrant personalities. Nestled among lush vineyards with panoramic views of the Southern Alps, the Winehouse became the ultimate setting for a day defined by luxury, laughter, and love.

The venue, already known for its rustic charm and elegance, was transformed with stunning white florals sourced and styled by the wonderful FlowerRoom Queenstown, where white blooms took center stage. From delicate touches along the aisle, the floral design struck a perfect balance between timeless elegance and modern flair. 

As guests arrived, they were greeted by champagne, blue skies and the stunning manicured landscape, which lent itself beautifully to the relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere Mercedes and Aydan wanted to create. In true New Zealand style, the couple selected a menu featuring the best of local flavors. Fresh seafood, tender lamb, and vibrant seasonal vegetables delighted every guest, each course carefully paired with award-winning local wines that captured the region’s renowned viticulture.

When it came time for the ceremony, Mercedes looked radiant (with makeup and hair by the talented Alarna Taylor, her dress flowing elegantly as she walked down the aisle. The couple exchanged vows and as they said "I do," laughter filled the air, reminding everyone of the joy that had brought them all together.

But it was the reception where the true spirit of the couple—and the night—came alive. The night took on a life of its own, a symphony of dancing, clinking glasses, and stolen glances. As the party continued into the early hours, guests could feel the magic of the day lingering in every detail—the mountain breeze, the glow of candles, and the radiant happiness on Mercedes and Aydan’s faces.

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Our sincerest thank you to you both, Daina and Lorenzo, for giving us such an amazing experience. The work that went into all the little details was certainly noticed and what you captured for us, whilst blending in seamlessly as guests was just incredible. Thank you so much. Best in the business. 

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Daina, it felt as though you were part of the family, you captured our day so elegantly and effortlessly. The photos are incredible, it's like they're straight out of Vogue! We cannot thank you enough, you're incredibly talented.

Omg Daina!! I woke up to your email and I was crying within seconds. They just brought us back and we love them so much. I literally couldn’t stop looking at the pictures Chris was like “we’re going to be late you have to stop and get ready!” Thanks again so much for everything-you guys definitely made the day what it was. Ugh thanks again! I’m going back to stare at them all.

Our experience with Daina was, in a word, incredible. We had a small, intimate wedding and were initially on the fence about whether we needed a photographer but thank goodness we did and that we found Daina!

Daina made us feel so comfortable with the photography plan in the lead up and on the day it was just like having an extra friend there! She put all of us at ease and allowed the day to flow naturally while still ensuring to capture everything. The best was yet to come though and that was in the form of the simply beautiful photos that Daina produced for us. She captured the day so perfectly but also us as a couple. We are forever grateful to her!

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