Jimmy & Jay
Meet Jimmy, our Wholesale Manager, and her fiancé Jay. From the moment they met, their connection was undeniable. Join us as we follow their beautiful journey from that first spark to their unforgettable engagement story.
Tell our community a bit about yourself and Jay and how you both met.
Jimmy: Years ago, I managed a tattoo studio called Two Hands Tattoo. Years later I ended up stepping back into my old role temporarily. During that time, Jay, (who is a tattoo artist) joined us for a couple of days as a guest artist. My colleague (a mutual friend of both Jay and I) suggested we go to breakfast on Jay’s first day. From the moment we met, I felt an instant connection with Jay, like he had always been a part of my life - or was always meant to be. Fast forward a few years, we went on our first date, and I haven’t left his side since.
Jay: I was on my first guest spot at Two Hands Tattoo, up from Raglan and very nervous to be working at such a renowned shop. A close friend of mine introduced me to Jimmy; I remember being so swept away by her infectious personality and being so in awe of her. I instantly felt so connected to her and so at home, while being so out of my comfort zone. A few years later we went on a date and never stopped! It always makes me smile whenever I think of it.
Do you celebrate Valentine's Day, or do you show love and appreciation for each other every day on other days?
Jimmy: We celebrate Valentine’s Day, but for us, it’s no more important than the way we show up for each other every day - Jay leaves sweet notes around the house, surprises me with flowers regularly, is always ready to listen if I need it, and ever supportive of anything I do. I’ve never had to wonder how he feels about me. It's in all the quiet moments, which are plenty, that we really celebrate each other.
Jay: Jimmy creates magic for me in every day we spend together, and it’s the easiest thing to celebrate our love in all the small moments of our lives. We support each other through everything and try to make each day special. Even if I’ve had a rough day I know that my mood will be changed for the better whenever I see Jimmy. We do celebrate Valentine’s Day, but I believe it’s all the little things each day that are most important to show our love and support to each other.
What are the qualities you admire most in each other?
Jimmy: Jay has always felt like home. His calm presence effortlessly puts me at ease, and he’s always going out of his way to make me feel supported. No matter what kind of day I’ve had, he has the ability to make me laugh. He’s also incredibly creative and talented - his artistry and ability in all areas is something I’ve always admired and watching him thrive in these spaces. And of course, he’s got a face that’s truly beautiful. What I admire most, though, is how deeply he cares for everyone in his life - his close bond with his family is something I truly respect and cherish.
Jay: I really love that we both understand each other so well, it’s like our minds are one a lot of the time. Jimmy’s sense of humour is wonderful as well as her magnificent personality. She lights up the room with her presence. I love how she can see me for me And always make me feel so loved. She has a beautiful creative mind and makes incredible pottery, although she is good at everything she tries. She’s also the most gorgeous girl in the world.
What part of the wedding planning process are you most excited about and not looking forward to? Are there any traditions that you want to incorporate into this day?
Jimmy: I’m beyond excited to see Jay in his kilt and to get dressed up myself - surrounded by all of our nearest and dearest sharing good food and champagne! The thing I am least looking forward to is the challenge of creating our dream day with a limited budget, which is also so exciting as it allows us to get creative!
Jay: I can’t wait to see my beautiful fiancé in her dress for the first time, and to celebrate our love with our close friends and family. It’s really exciting figuring things out together and incorporating important sentiments from both of our lives into one special day. I’ve found out it’s a big process but I know it will all come together great. I’ll be wearing my traditional Scottish attire on the day which is pretty cool to me
You had a beautifully intimate proposal over the summer, tell us about the planning for this and what ended up happening. Jimmy, do you have any idea this would be happening?
Jimmy: I had an inkling it was coming to some degree, but I was absolutely floored when it happened - so much so I kind of blacked out a little and do not remember any of his speech, but it was the easiest yes in my life.
The ring was his grandmother's and was initially so far too big so I wore it with a hair tie wrapped around it for the first week and then when I returned to work Zoë was quick to resize it for me.
Jay: I’d been planning to propose to Jimmy over the break, back home in Raglan. I thought that a quiet and pretty location on the coast would be the perfect place for us to be engaged. We really enjoy our time in the outdoors together and Raglan is a special place for us both. I had a loose plan that came together in the end, we had a secluded picnic in Te Akau on the pancake rocks, as Jimmy was making a sandwich I slipped the ring into the picnic basket and asked if she liked the crackers I got to draw her attention to the ring. When she saw it she was instantly in tears. It was the happiest day of my life and a memory I’ll never forget.
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