By Ava Whitworth on Stuff…
Kiwi model Maia Cotton and Max Feldstein tied the knot in Queenstown, New Zealand, blending their Māori and Jewish heritages in a ceremony overlooking the mountains and waters of Drift Bay.
“The most special part of our wedding, which was so unique and fascinating for both us and our guests, was the mix of cultures coming together,” Cotton told Vogue Australia.
“I come from a Māori background, and Max comes from a Jewish family. Both families were so receptive of the other culture, and we were able to incorporate elements from both.”
The January 2, 2025, ceremony took place under a traditional chuppah.
Cotton’s family performed a Haka during the dinner, which she described as a moment of cultural pride.
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