We had the incredible honour of capturing the magical moments of Ina and Zed's wedding, held at the beautiful coastal venue of Rydges Formosa Golf Resort. With its breathtaking landscape, this venue provided the perfect backdrop for this couple's love story. It is nestled on a clifftop with a picturesque view of the Coromandel Peninsula, Rangitoto, and Waiheke Island. We were excited to capture the essence of this unique celebration full of vibrant traditions as this was a feast for the eyes and a testament to the richness of their love and culture. This post unfolds the pages of this couple's wedding story, where tradition, culture, and pure love collide to create an unforgettable chapter in their lives and the people unique to them who were part of their special day.

Rydges Formosa Wedding Ceremony shot by Apertured Media Auckland Wedding Photographer

The stunning ceremony venue and the epic backdrop.

Traditional Hawaiian lei garlands in red and white displayed in rows.
Wedding invitation with elegant calligraphy displayed with dried flowers and a ring box.
Wedding accessories arranged with black shoes and a decorative wreath.
Person in black outfit sitting casually on wooden bench near window.
Hands displaying wedding rings against a dark formal suit.
A person in formal black attire adjusts their sleeves while standing near a window with venetian blinds.
Person in formal black attire smiling in front of sheer curtains.
Two people getting ready, one helping adjust the other's formal attire.
Two people in formal attire help adjust traditional lei garlands before a ceremony.
Two people share an intimate moment while wearing traditional Hawaiian leis during a formal ceremony.
Groomsmen in formal attire enjoying a playful moment outdoors near white buildings.
Person in white blazer and lei poses in black and white photo with palm trees in background.
Two people in formal wear share a moment while wearing traditional Hawaiian leis outdoors.
Person in white blazer and lei stands against backdrop of palm trees and coastal scenery.
Wedding party in formal attire gathered under palm trees for group photo.
Formal group portrait of wedding party members wearing leis under palm trees.
Wedding party in black and white attire poses together under tropical palm trees.
Groomsmen in matching black suits walking together outdoors with palm trees in background.
Wedding rings nestled in white hexagonal box with delicate feather decorations.
Wedding accessories including white sandals, dried flowers, and invitation laid out on dark fabric.
Wedding party in matching black dresses surrounding person in white dress during preparation.
Group gathered around hanging white wedding dress in preparation room.
Wedding party in black dresses sharing excited moment with person in white.
Person in white robe smiling while standing next to wedding dress on mannequin.
A white wedding robe with 'Bride' text is displayed next to a wedding dress on a mannequin.
Person in white robe admiring wedding dress displayed on mannequin.
An intimate getting ready moment between two people during wedding preparations with white decor.
A heartwarming bridal preparation moment as the veil is adjusted while holding a white bouquet.
Bridesmaids in elegant black gowns pose outdoors with joyful expressions.
Two brides wearing beautiful white wedding dresses smile together on a grassy lawn with palm trees in the background.
Wedding photography session taking place outside modern building with palm trees.
Modern white building with palm trees serves as backdrop for wedding party photos.
Wedding party in black dresses poses on grassy hill with white building and palm trees.
Wedding preparation scene outside modern white building with reflective windows.
Wedding party gathers on lawn outside white building during preparation moments.
Wedding party in black dresses and white gowns poses playfully on grass.
Elegant wedding seating chart signage decorated with dried pampas grass arrangements against a blue wall.
White wedding chairs set up in rows on a scenic oceanfront lawn for an outdoor ceremony.
Two people sharing an emotional embrace at an indoor venue.
Wedding guests gather on a lush green lawn with palm trees outside a modern venue building.
Wedding ceremony gathering on a coastal lawn with palm trees and ocean views in the background.
Wedding party members in matching light gray jackets walk along a palm-lined path.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs and palm trees at a modern venue.
Memorial photographs displayed on white ceremony chairs decorated with red flowers and pampas grass.
Framed memorial photo displayed on white ceremony chair with floral decorations and dried pampas grass.
Modern white coastal wedding venue with curved glass windows and terra cotta roof.
Wedding couple walking down the aisle at an outdoor ceremony by a modern building.
Wedding ceremony in progress outside a curved modern building with palm trees.
Wedding celebration outside a modern architectural building with curved glass windows.
Wedding festivities taking place on a lawn in front of a contemporary building.
Outdoor wedding processional with guests in white chairs and palm trees in background.
Bridesmaids in black dresses holding white pampas grass bouquets.
Close up of traditional Hawaiian lei worn at a wedding ceremony.
Wedding party standing at the altar with decorative pampas grass arrangements.
Wedding ceremony setup on a lawn with pampas grass decorations and palm trees in the background.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with palm trees and white chairs set up on a grassy lawn by the ocean.
Wide shot of a wedding ceremony setup with white chairs and palm trees against a blue sky.
Bridesmaids in black dresses carrying white pampas grass bouquets at an outdoor wedding.
Wedding ceremony under a circular arch decorated with dried pampas grass arrangements.
Couple exchanging vows under a decorated arch with pampas grass at their outdoor ceremony.
Groomsmen wearing black suits with wooden leis smiling during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Emotional moment during outdoor wedding ceremony with bridesmaids in black dresses watching.
Newlyweds sharing a moment at their beach wedding with pampas grass decorations.
Large group photo of wedding party and guests on a grassy oceanfront lawn.
Wedding party standing in a row under palm trees against an ocean backdrop.
Large wedding party posing outdoors on a lawn with tropical palm trees in the background.
Elegant white wedding reception setup with hanging pendant lights and white floral arrangements.
Modern wedding dessert display with pampas grass decor and 'Mr & Mrs Faapito' signage.
Close-up of delicate wedding favor tag and lace detail with handwritten thank you note.
Wedding reception venue with guests mingling in a modern room with wooden sliding doors.
Joyful wedding celebration moment in a bright indoor venue.
Celebratory wedding dance moment in a modern reception venue.
Wedding party in black and white attire celebrating in front of floral wall decor.
Wedding celebration with party members in black attire dancing against white floral backdrop.
Wedding party members in black attire and traditional leis celebrate against a white backdrop with pampas grass decor.
Wedding ceremony participants perform a traditional commitment ritual at an altar with pampas grass decor.
Couple participates in ceremonial sand pouring during wedding ceremony.
Hands holding phone to capture wedding moments with gold rings visible.
Newlyweds share joyful moment while wearing traditional orange flower leis.
Server in black dress presents elegant white tiered wedding cake at reception.
Guest in black dress energetically speaks during wedding reception under twinkle lights.
Guest in blue patterned dress dances enthusiastically at wedding reception.
Group in black formal wear with orange leis celebrate at wedding reception.
Wedding reception guests dance and celebrate under decorative lighting and pampas grass decor.
Performer in white dress with floral lei dances at wedding reception with decorative floral backdrop.
Wedding celebration features energetic dancing in front of elegant white floral wall decor.
Group in black dresses performing choreographed dance at wedding reception.
Shirtless performer doing traditional dance at wedding reception.
Wedding guests enjoying lively dance performances at indoor reception.
Wedding reception entertainment with dancers performing in front of decorative white backdrop.
Enthusiastic guest celebrating at wedding reception decorated with dried palm accents.
Wedding performer wearing brown outfit and lei performs for seated guests.
Wedding guests dancing together during reception celebration.
Wedding reception performance featuring dancers in formal attire.
Guests dancing energetically at a wedding reception with white table settings and chandeliers in the background.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating during a festive reception with white decor.
Samoan Wedding Dance Presentation in Rydges Formosa shot by Apertured Media Auckland Wedding Photographer
Powerful Samoan Wedding Dance in Rydges Formosa shot by Apertured Media Auckland Wedding Photographer
Traditional Polynesian dancers performing in grass skirts at an indoor wedding reception.
Performers in traditional Hawaiian attire dancing at a wedding reception with white backdrop.
Dancer in traditional Polynesian costume performing with vibrant pink headdress at indoor celebration.
Group of dancers in traditional Polynesian attire performing synchronized moves at indoor celebration.
Dancers in grass skirts and traditional attire performing choreographed moves at a wedding reception.
Energetic Polynesian dance performance with dancers in traditional costumes at an indoor celebration.
Dynamic cultural dance performance at wedding reception with traditional Polynesian costumes.
Traditional Polynesian dance performance with guests in formal attire at indoor wedding reception.
Traditional Hawaiian dancers perform during a wedding reception celebration on a white dance floor.
Couple shares first dance at elegant white-decorated wedding reception.
Back view of person in white suit jacket at formal event with floral decorations.
Tears of joy by the bride during their wedding in Rydges Formosa shot by Apertured Media Auckland Wedding Photographer

Wedding Vendors


Venue - @rydgesformosagolfresort

DJ- @deejaydox_nz

Makeup - @facebeets

Florist - Decors Byd

Decor - @kanumezevents

Gowns - Kànise


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