Bride Of The Week: Amanda Moriarty
Written By Kaileah Christine
March 15, 2021
Our #GLBride of the week is the lovely Amanda Moriarty, who walked down the aisle to marry her fiancé Tiaan in our Georgia gown. The two exchanged their loving vows in front of family and friends at the St Patrick’s Cathedral and held an unforgettable walk-through reception at the Auckland Art Gallery. In the following interview, Amanda shares with us the behind-the-scenes details of her special day and the moment she fell for our Georgia dress. As told by Amanda:
"No other dress compared – I felt it encapsulated my personality."
How did you meet your husband? Tell us a little bit about your relationship.
We met at university as we both studied law together. However we didn’t meet each other in class, rather we met at a volleyball court! I had volunteered for the “social” law school volleyball team, having very little experience and without realizing all the other members of this volleyball team had played competitively while they were at school. My husband was watching one of his best friends (who was also in my team and could actually play). Inevitably, during the game, I embarrassed myself. I was laughing at myself, and he laughed at me. I didn’t think anything of it at the time, but my husband felt bad about it and came and talked to me after the game. We instantly connected, and talked for hours (after he had apologized)!
I believe my husband and I complement each other perfectly. I am half Italian – loud, passionate, and an absolute romantic. He is calmer, reserved, and is far better at keeping his emotions in check! From the moment I met him, he has made me happier than I ever thought was possible for a person to feel. I’m so excited to be able to spend the rest of my life with him.
How did you find your perfect dress?
Mum and I had decided we would take a girls’ trip to Sydney to shop for the dress. With limited time (four days), I thought it would be best to do my research and book spots in advance of my visit. The first boutique I had booked to visit was to see Galia Lahav. I remember the assistant saying to me, “Are you sure you want to go upstairs? [To see Galia Lahav dresses] If you go up, you won’t want to come back down!” She was right. I went upstairs and I fell in love with the first Galia Lahav dress I tried on (also the first wedding dress I tried on – one of the nine different designers I visited that week!). No other dress compared – I felt it encapsulated my personality, was romantic, elegant, and perfect for the setting. A dream come true.
"...I went upstairs and I fell in love with the first Galia Lahav dress I tried on."
How was your experience with the Galia Lahav brand?
Amazing. From the moment I tried on the sample in the boutique, I knew I was meant to be a Galia Lahav bride. My dress was a work of art: the detailing throughout the bodice was exquisite, not to mention the intricate floral lace and edging that framed the dress’ soft silhouette. Being able to wear Galia Lahav on the big day was an absolutely surreal experience, I feel so incredibly lucky.
What moment from your wedding will you never forget?
Undoubtedly it would be the moment my dad walked me down the aisle and seeing my husband waiting for me. It’s one of those moments I don’t think words can ever do justice to describing the emotions you’re feeling. I have always shared a very special bond with my dad, so feeling his love and support during such a big moment meant the world to me. Combining that feeling with seeing my husband, the man I am going to spend the rest of my life with, and seeing his love for me and happiness as I walked towards him, was incredible. It was pure happiness, I will never forget it.
"It was a dream come true."
Bride | Amanda Moriarty
Bridal Boutique | Eternal Bridal
Bridal Gown | Galia Lahav
Bridal Party Photo Venue | Westhaven Marina, Auckland, New Zealand
Bridal Robes | Homebodii
Bridal Tailor | Bespoke Bridal Tailors (Ivonn Aranui)
Bridal & Bridesmaid Hair | Protégé Hair Design (Olivia Noble)
Bridal Shoes | Gucci
Bridal Necklace & Bridesmaid Gifts | Tiffany & Co
Bridesmaid Dresses | Shona Joy
Bomboniere Boxes | G&A Warburtons
Bomboniere | Mediterranean Foods
Cannoli | Baduzzi (Juan Balsani)
Catering | Urban Gourmet
Celebrant | Father Barry Scannell SM
Ceremony Venue | St Patrick’s Cathedral, Auckland, New Zealand
Dance Instructor | Nerida Cortese
DJ | Mix It DJ
Flower Wall | The Flower Wall NZ
Flowers (Bridal, Groom & Reception) | Blush (Kelly Karam)
Flowers (Cathedral) | Floral Concepts Limited (David Bell-Booth)
Furniture | Twelve Tables
Groom Gift for Bride | Tom Ford Private Blend Santal Blush
Groom & Groomsmen Hair | French Revolver
Groom Suit | Loro Piana cloth (custom made)
Groom Tie | Drake’s
Harpist | Melody Lin
Make-Up | Angela Stewart
Organist | Nicholas Forbes
Photobooth | SnapClick
Photographer: Bek Smith
Reception Venue | Auckland Art Gallery
Stationery | Harlan Creative (Jordan Herewini)
Videographer | Bubblerock
Wedding Cake | Bluebells Cakery
Wedding Rings (and Engagement Ring) | Naveya & Sloane
Bride Of The Week: Amanda Moriarty
Written By Kaileah Christine
March 15, 2021
Our #GLBride of the week is the lovely Amanda Moriarty, who walked down the aisle to marry her fiancé Tiaan in our Georgia gown. The two exchanged their loving vows in front of family and friends at the St Patrick’s Cathedral and held an unforgettable walk-through reception at the Auckland Art Gallery. In the following interview, Amanda shares with us the behind-the-scenes details of her special day and the moment she fell for our Georgia dress. As told by Amanda:
"No other dress compared – I felt it encapsulated my personality."
How did you meet your husband? Tell us a little bit about your relationship.
We met at university as we both studied law together. However we didn’t meet each other in class, rather we met at a volleyball court! I had volunteered for the “social” law school volleyball team, having very little experience and without realizing all the other members of this volleyball team had played competitively while they were at school. My husband was watching one of his best friends (who was also in my team and could actually play). Inevitably, during the game, I embarrassed myself. I was laughing at myself, and he laughed at me. I didn’t think anything of it at the time, but my husband felt bad about it and came and talked to me after the game. We instantly connected, and talked for hours (after he had apologized)!
I believe my husband and I complement each other perfectly. I am half Italian – loud, passionate, and an absolute romantic. He is calmer, reserved, and is far better at keeping his emotions in check! From the moment I met him, he has made me happier than I ever thought was possible for a person to feel. I’m so excited to be able to spend the rest of my life with him.
How did you find your perfect dress?
Mum and I had decided we would take a girls’ trip to Sydney to shop for the dress. With limited time (four days), I thought it would be best to do my research and book spots in advance of my visit. The first boutique I had booked to visit was to see Galia Lahav. I remember the assistant saying to me, “Are you sure you want to go upstairs? [To see Galia Lahav dresses] If you go up, you won’t want to come back down!” She was right. I went upstairs and I fell in love with the first Galia Lahav dress I tried on (also the first wedding dress I tried on – one of the nine different designers I visited that week!). No other dress compared – I felt it encapsulated my personality, was romantic, elegant, and perfect for the setting. A dream come true.
"...I went upstairs and I fell in love with the first Galia Lahav dress I tried on."
How was your experience with the Galia Lahav brand?
Amazing. From the moment I tried on the sample in the boutique, I knew I was meant to be a Galia Lahav bride. My dress was a work of art: the detailing throughout the bodice was exquisite, not to mention the intricate floral lace and edging that framed the dress’ soft silhouette. Being able to wear Galia Lahav on the big day was an absolutely surreal experience, I feel so incredibly lucky.
What moment from your wedding will you never forget?
Undoubtedly it would be the moment my dad walked me down the aisle and seeing my husband waiting for me. It’s one of those moments I don’t think words can ever do justice to describing the emotions you’re feeling. I have always shared a very special bond with my dad, so feeling his love and support during such a big moment meant the world to me. Combining that feeling with seeing my husband, the man I am going to spend the rest of my life with, and seeing his love for me and happiness as I walked towards him, was incredible. It was pure happiness, I will never forget it.
"It was a dream come true."
Bride | Amanda Moriarty
Bridal Boutique | Eternal Bridal
Bridal Gown | Galia Lahav
Bridal Party Photo Venue | Westhaven Marina, Auckland, New Zealand
Bridal Robes | Homebodii
Bridal Tailor | Bespoke Bridal Tailors (Ivonn Aranui)
Bridal & Bridesmaid Hair | Protégé Hair Design (Olivia Noble)
Bridal Shoes | Gucci
Bridal Necklace & Bridesmaid Gifts | Tiffany & Co
Bridesmaid Dresses | Shona Joy
Bomboniere Boxes | G&A Warburtons
Bomboniere | Mediterranean Foods
Cannoli | Baduzzi (Juan Balsani)
Catering | Urban Gourmet
Celebrant | Father Barry Scannell SM
Ceremony Venue | St Patrick’s Cathedral, Auckland, New Zealand
Dance Instructor | Nerida Cortese
DJ | Mix It DJ
Flower Wall | The Flower Wall NZ
Flowers (Bridal, Groom & Reception) | Blush (Kelly Karam)
Flowers (Cathedral) | Floral Concepts Limited (David Bell-Booth)
Furniture | Twelve Tables
Groom Gift for Bride | Tom Ford Private Blend Santal Blush
Groom & Groomsmen Hair | French Revolver
Groom Suit | Loro Piana cloth (custom made)
Groom Tie | Drake’s
Harpist | Melody Lin
Make-Up | Angela Stewart
Organist | Nicholas Forbes
Photobooth | SnapClick
Photographer: Bek Smith
Reception Venue | Auckland Art Gallery
Stationery | Harlan Creative (Jordan Herewini)
Videographer | Bubblerock
Wedding Cake | Bluebells Cakery
Wedding Rings (and Engagement Ring) | Naveya & Sloane