Independent Marriage Celebrant - New Zealand
Married by Mads
Hello lovers!
Congratulations on your engagement! What an exciting chapter you’re about to begin.
Are you dreaming of a big celebration with all the frills? Maybe something more low-key with your nearest and dearest? Or perhaps a romantic, intimate elopement is more your style? I’m passionate about creating personalised, memorable ceremonies that reflect your unique love story. Whatever your dream day looks like, I’m here to guide you every step!
I’m a proud member of Celebrants Aotearoa New Zealand, the national body supporting professional, inclusive, and high-standard celebrant practice.
Hi, I’m Mads
An Independent Marriage Celebrant and qualified personal trainer, with a love for all things romance and wellness. I truly love love, and it would be an absolute honour to be part of your special day.
I'm a proud mum to my beautiful daughter Maya, and wife to my wonderful husband Mackenzie. I’m also a enthusiast ‘dog mom’ to our cheeky pug, Wilbur (and yes, I love when dogs are part of the ceremony!).
You’ll usually find me yapping over wine with friends or curled up with a good romance novel. I’m based in Dunedin, but with loved ones scattered across the country (and beyond), we’re always up for an adventure and love exploring new places together.
My Style
Think modern, meaningful, and uniquely you. My style is all about creating a ceremony that truly reflects your love story. I want to get to know your journey and your values so your ceremony feels like a genuine celebration of your connection.
Whether you’re after something fun and light-hearted, heartfelt and romantic, or a little bit of both—I’ll bring a warm, loving energy and a welcoming presence to your day.
I’ve planned my own wedding and helped many friends with theirs, so I know how special (and sometimes overwhelming!) the process can be. I genuinely love the planning side of things, and I’m more than happy to offer support wherever I can to help your day come together beautifully.
So what’s next?
Let’s have a chat… Whether it’s over a relaxed coffee (or wine!) or even a Zoom catch-up, the first step is a casual chat to get to know each other and see if we’re the right fit.
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