The Little Hire Company
Planning a wedding in Christchurch comes with plenty of moving parts. Between venues, catering, florals, furniture, and styling, it can quickly feel like you’re juggling ten different vendors at once.
That’s where The Little Hire Company comes in.
As a Christchurch wedding photographer, we get to work with a lot of incredible vendors across Canterbury and the South Island — and The Little Hire Company is genuinely one of our favourites to work with. Their team is incredibly organised, creative, and just genuinely lovely humans. On a wedding day, that kind of energy makes a huge difference. Everything runs smoothly, setups look amazing, and the whole vibe stays relaxed for the couple.
From a photography perspective, their styling always photographs beautifully. Whether it’s a marquee reception, a styled ceremony space, or thoughtfully designed tablescapes, they have an incredible eye for detail that elevates the entire wedding.
Honestly, whenever we see The Little Hire Company on a wedding vendor list, we know it’s going to be a well-run, beautifully styled day — which makes it even easier for couples to enjoy their wedding and for us to capture it.
If you’re planning a wedding and wondering whether hiring styling, furniture, or a marquee is worth it, this guide will walk you through what they offer and why so many Christchurch couples choose them.
FAQ'S
The Little Hire Co is a Christchurch-based event hire and styling company specialising in weddings, celebrations, and corporate events across the South Island.
Instead of couples needing to coordinate multiple suppliers, they offer a full-service experience, including:
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Marquee hire
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Wedding styling and design
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Furniture hire
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Decor and signage
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Florals
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Wedding coordination
This approach helps couples simplify their wedding planning and create a cohesive look across their entire event.
Most couples should book 9–12 months in advance, especially for popular summer wedding dates. Marquees and popular hire items can book out quickly during peak wedding season.
Yes. Couples can hire individual items such as furniture, decor, ceremony backdrops, or tableware without booking full styling services.
Yes. Larger items like furniture and marquees are delivered and installed by their team to ensure everything is safe and set up properly.
Some smaller decor items may also be available for collection depending on the hire package.
Yes. The team can assist with:
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Event floor plans
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Guest flow
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Styling concepts
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Venue walkthroughs
This is particularly helpful for marquee weddings or private property venues.
100% worth it! The photos speak for themselves.
Professional styling helps:
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Tie together colours and design
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Elevate the overall atmosphere
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Reduce setup stress
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Create a more polished look in photos
Even hiring a few key pieces can dramatically transform a venue or reception space.
A wedding hire company provides items and services needed to style and furnish your wedding. This can include furniture, marquees, tableware, ceremony backdrops, lighting, and decor.
