Kirsten Jacobs, Author at Wedding ETC

In News

Authorities halt New York wedding with 10 000 guests

October 19, 2020 No Comments

Health officials in New York City were forced to shut down an ultra-orthodox Jewish wedding planned for Monday, October 19 that was expected to bring 10 000 guests together in Brooklyn, one of the city’s COVID-19 hotspots.

New York has had 519 994 confirmed coronavirus cases and 33 477 deaths. It is the state with the most COVID-19 cases by far, although they currently have the lowest rate of new cases.

State health commissioner Dr Howard A. Zucker had the sheriff’s deputies deliver an order to the Hasidic synagogue, Congregation Yetev Lev D’Satmar, warning them to follow health protocols and limit gatherings to less than 50 people. A section 16 order was issued, which carries a $10 000 daily fine if violated.

The synagogue claimed they were victims of “unwarranted attacks” by city officials. They said that the wedding, held for a grandson of the synagogue’s rabbi, would be attended by close family only, and that the public were invited to participate for a short period of time.

The wedding will continue but will be restricted to an even smaller guest list of close family only. Leaders in the orthodox Jewish community are planning a mass prayer via phone for Tuesday, October 20 in response to the wedding’s shutdown.

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In Advice

Yellow wedding cakes to bring cheer to your big day

October 16, 2020 No Comments

What colour is more summery than yellow? Symbolic of the cheerful sun, yellow is a happy colour that signifies better days.

If you’re planning a summer wedding, we suggest injecting vibrant colour into your festivities. Yellow can be an intimidating colour but it doesn’t need to be.

Whether you want to go full out or subtle, there are many ways to incorporate this shade into your wedding day. Go bold by fully coating your cake in yellow icing, or use small touches like sunflowers or detail work to bring life to your dessert. The finish will be absolutely stunning and will make you feel like you’re eating happiness.

Here are a few cakes to inspire you:

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In Advice

The thrilling tension setting: A mesmering finish

October 16, 2020 No Comments

While the shape of the diamond is often the key focus in an engagement ring, the setting is just as important. How your ring is set can make or break it, so it is best to choose wisely.

A less popular yet still stylish choice is the tension setting. This unique setting has the central stone floating in between two metal bands that hold it securely, and is an unusual look for the unique bride.

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The tension setting is designed in a way that the diamond is tightly held in place by the pressure of the metal bands on either side. Usually, there are two tiny grooves carved into the metal where the diamond’s girdle comes into contact with it to keep the stone in place. This setting allows the diamond to appear to be floating between the two sides of the shank, which creates a mesmerising appearance.

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Along with the floating appearnace, the entire profile of the diamond is on show with this setting. Thus, the diamond is more visible than with other settings. The minimal metal surrounding the diamond further enhances its light reflection, making it appear more radiant.

Another benefit to this setting is that is much less maintenance than other diamond setting types, like the prong setting for example.

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However, it is important to note that this tension only works for hard stones like diamonds, rubies and sapphires. The stone must also be of very high quality, as any imperfections will be made even more visible through this setting. It is also an extremely specialised skill to make this setting, so jewellers charge a pretty penny for it.

Another downside to this setting is that it is difficult to resize, and having this done can actually increase the chances of the stone coming loose.

With the diamond being so exposed in this setting, it is not ideal for those that lead an active lifestyle.

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This setting is the perfect choice for those desiring a more modern and minimalist finish for their engagement ring. It is an unusual look that is sure to stand out from the rest.

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In Celebs

John Cena marries Shay Shariatzadeh in secret ceremony

October 16, 2020 No Comments

John Cena is a married man! The former wrestler turned actor recently said ‘I do’ to project manager Shay Shariatzadeh in a secret ceremony.

The couple tied the knot on Tuesday, October 13 in Tampa, Florida, according to court documents.

Cena and Shariatzadeh have been linked since March 2019 when they were spotted on a date. It is unknown when the pair got engaged, but reports show they applied for a marriage licence in October.

Speaking about love, Cena said the key to a succesful relationship is in appreciating one another.

“If I have a connection with someone, I believe we’re defined by our actions, and how you treat them is a reflection on how you will treat them in the future,” he said. “I think when anyone has a connection with someone, and someone says like, ‘Hey, there’s something here, and by the way, I appreciate who you are, I appreciate who you want to be, I appreciate how you live your life.’

This is Cena’s second marriage and third engagement. He was previously married to Elizabeth Huberdeau from 2009 to 2012, and was engaged to fellow wrestler Nikki Bella from 2017 to 2018.

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In Wedding Gowns

David’s Bridal offers 3-D wedding dress shopping experience

October 16, 2020 No Comments

Popular wedding dress line David’s Bridal is taking their business into the digital realm. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the fashion line is offering a new technology that allows brides to view dresses in 3-D and augmented reality.

Davis’s Bridal is on a mission to modernise and streamline the shopping experience. Their online sales have been booming amid the pandemic, and their numbers may improve even further thanks to its newest innovation.

Working with 3-D and augmented reality firm Vertebrae, David’s has expanded its online platform to allow brides to view 52 dress styles using 3-D or augmented reality.

All a customer has to do is select a specific dress on the app while on their phone, and a 3-D rendering of a mannequin wearing the dress will appear. Customers can then angle their phone and walk around to get a full 360-degree view of the dress. Instead of zooming in, all you have to do is walk up to the dress to get a closer look at the details.

“The goal is how can we meet the customer where they’re at right now, which is in their home,” said Lizzy Ellingson, chief digital experience officer at David’s. “It’s about getting the customer to be able to see the details of a dress and the intricacies of a dress, which she might not have been able to see if she’s not going into a store.”

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In uncategorized

Pastel suits for the daring groom

October 15, 2020 No Comments

The summer season is light, bright and airy. Instead of attracting more heat, reflect the sun’s rays with a sweet pastel suit.

Grooms tend to play it safe with their wedding suits, opting for the traditional black or navy suit. While this is a tried-and-tested success, it’s also a bit boring. If you want to take things to the next level, go bold with a colourful suit.

Pastel shades are great because they aren’t as in your face as a primary colour. It’s a fun way to inject personality into your outfit, and these shades tend to complement garden weddings very well.

Here are some men looking perfect in pastels:

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In News

Wedding crashed by groom’s real wife and kids

October 15, 2020 No Comments

Wedding goers in Zambia were treated to an unexpected show when a woman stormed into a church with children in tow and interrupted the ceremony. She demanded the wedding be stopped because the groom was her husband.

The groom, Abraham Muyunda, is married to Caroline Mubita and they share three children. Muyunda had allegedly told his wife that he was going to town for work, but in reality, he was attending his own wedding at a Catholic church in Chainda, Lusaka.

Mubita had been told by neighbours that her husband was to marry another woman, causing her to rush to interrupt the ceremony.

In a video, Mubita storms into the church with a child strapped to her back, and can be heard saying, “The wedding cannot go on. This man right here is my husband. I don’t know what is happening here.”

The groom has since been handed over to the police and may face a criminal charge of bigamy, which is illegal in Zambia. The crime could carry a sentence of up to seven years, under Zambian law.

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In Announcements

Woman calls off engagement with ghost because he keeps disappearing

October 15, 2020 No Comments

This story takes ghosting to the next level. A British woman claims she was engaged to a ghost but has now called off the wedding because he “kept disappearing”.

Speaking during the UK TV show This Morning, Amethyst Realm(32) explained that she had fallen in love with a spirit named Ray while on a trip to Australia in 2018. The pair got engaged on their nine-month anniversary and it seemed the relationship was going from strength to strength until a recent vacation to Thailand.

‘It was going really well until we went on holiday … and then he completely changed’

After Amethyst met and fell in love with ghost Ray, they’ve now decided to part ways after he began acting oddly.

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“I think maybe he fell in with a bad crowd when we were on holiday. He just started becoming really inconsiderate,” Realm explained on the TV show. “I think he started doing drugs and partying a bit much.

“He’d disappear for long periods of time. When he did come back, he’d bring other spirits to the house and they’d just stay around for days,” she said.

The pair have since decided to call the wedding off.

The realm is infamous in the UK, known for her claim that she has slept with at least 20 ghosts before getting engaged to Ray.

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In Engagements

Clicks proposal goes viral

October 14, 2020 No Comments

We’ve had the KFC proposal, and now we have a Clicks proposal. Customers and staff members at a Clicks in Vangate mall were pleasantly surprised when two high school sweethearts got engaged right there in the aisle.

Stephan Claasen (53) proposed to his love Noleen Gysman (52), a manager at Clicks, with an audience of shoppers cheering them on.

The video of their special moment was shared to Facebook, and has been viewed over 150 000 times.

The pair have allegedly been together since June, but have a long history as they dated 35 years ago when they lived in Outshoorn. According to IOL, a mutual friend brought them back together in February 2020, and the rest is history.

Congratulations to the happy couple!

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In Celebs

Toni Garrn and Alex Pettyfer tie the knot

October 14, 2020 No Comments

Model Toni Garrn and actor Alex Pettyfer are married. The Victoria’s Secret model (28) and Magic Mike star (30) said ‘I do’ in Hamburg, Germany this past weekend.

The pair, who have been together since 2019, tied the knot at Hamburg’s Berner Schloss palace on Friday, October 9.

The German model wore a metallic silk slip dress accessorised with a straw hat for the occasion, and the British actor looked debonair in a charcoal suit.

They announced their nuptials with matching Instagram posts. Garrn captured hers: “Now you really get to call me wifey”, while Pettyfer wrote, “Mr & Mrs Pettyfer”.

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The pair have been engaged since late 2019, when Pettyfer popped the question on Christmas Eve.

Congratulations to the happy couple!

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