Planning a wedding is tough at times, and the starting point can be a little overwhelming.

Managing your expectations means you can relax into it a little more, and prepare and expect to have some bumps in the road - if you’re prepared for things to happen that are less than ideal then this will affect you and your emotions far less.

Celebrating the New Year is a way of saying goodbye to the old and welcoming the new with family and friends. This moment has always reminded us to be merry, get out of our day-to-day activities, and decide to let go of everything and simply celebrate! And since your New Year’s Eve is intended to be fun and memorable, you should plan the party to make sure everyone will have a great time.

In any event, including weddings and social gatherings - first impressions last. You want to create an atmosphere that doesn’t just look good in pictures, but a comfortable place. When your lounging space has nice, comfy elements, your guests will have a place to talk, socialise, and relax.

Are you planning a wedding? Then you are surely overwhelmed by all the details that are more or less included in the celebration. Even though there is a whole array of customs and elements that you can include - you simply don’t have to. For example, if your budget is limited, there are many ways you can trim the wedding cost.

How do I make a booking? What assistance and services can you help me with?
We describe how you can make a booking, and what happens if you want to make any changes, right up to you picking up and using your booking.

French linen napkins are a crucial element to elevate any place setting, adding practicality and having the power to transform your tablescapes into a luxurious dining experience for you and your guests.

Planning your dream wedding but struggling with the wedding hire budget? We've got your back! The Little Hire Company has put together a guide based on what our awesome clients have booked on average.

Food is one of the things that brings people together and what better time to bring people together than during one of the most important days of your life! When it comes to your wedding day, there are not only a lot of options for wedding catering itself, but also for how that food is served.

If you’re not the type of guy who wears suits regularly but you’re getting married or you’re about to head off to a black-tie event or even to a job interview, you might be feeling a bit anxious about hiring a suit. Fear not, at Munns we know how to make the whole process perfectly painless and even – we’ve been told –quite enjoyable!

Have a question? We have compiled our frequently asked questions here to help you with planning your booking and hire.

Who says you can’t have a powerfully awesome small wedding? Kineta Booker explains what micro weddings are and who should book one.

Small but mighty. A tiny sentence packed with punch. And that’s exactly what you can expect from a micro wedding. Some people call them “intimate”, others “boutique” but micro has a better, more contemporary ring to it so let’s roll with that. So, why on earth would you opt for a micro wedding?

At The Little Hire Company, we’ve been so lucky to frequent Pemberton for nearly 14 years now. In that time, it has had a refurbishment, including making the outdoor space more functional and new beautiful lighting and furniture.

It is a truly stunning Christchurch venue, and the stunning fountain remains one of our favourite features of this beautiful property.

How many times have you heard the phrase, ‘your wedding, your way’? It may be overused but it is very true. It might be that you want burgers for dinner, or Mr Whippy for dessert. Maybe you want disco balls or a Star Wars cake.

Whatever it is, you should have what you want. Include all the things that make the wedding unique to you both.

Bringing all your work mates together at your annual Christmas parties are the perfect opportunity to celebrate your achievements and milestones for the business and recognise the hard work from your staff. Now that the silly season is scarily creeping up on us again it’s the perfect time to start planning the perfect end of year corporate party.

We may aswell move in and live here! It is no secret we love Milton Street, we certainly don’t hide it.

Set in the heart of Sydenham, Milton Street Substation is located close to the central city and the Port Hills. The New York loft vibes can be accentuated or softened with trees and floral – offering such a unique look for your gatherings.

There are a few things to consider before you decide to have your dog at your wedding. If you’ve decided to have your best friend in attendance, here are some helpful tips and tricks to make the day go “pup perfect”. With some planning, your dog will have just as much fun on the big day as you and your partner.

Here at LHC we’ve found that some of our unique furniture pieces book out extremely quickly, while others can be booked closer to the day. So, after helping plenty of happy couples, we’ve developed a rough timeline based on our previous experiences!

If you’re currently wondering when you should start booking furniture for your wedding, keep reading for our suggested 18 month guideline to get you started!

Stuck on what to do for your up-and-coming work function? Piecing together the perfect Christmas do is by no means easy. Plenty of planning goes into a fabulous night and a lot of different factors need to be taken into consideration. But don’t you worry- we have done some of the hard work for you.

Kids Parties! Where do you even start?! What are they into? How many guests? How much? What’s the best venue in Christchurch? Wet weather options?- So many unanswered questions!

We are lovers of buttery, rich velvet’s around here - and our newest additions to our existing popular collections have been well requested pieces we are excited to offer our valued clients.