Kirsten Jacobs, Author at Wedding ETC

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Justin and Hailey Bieber celebrate first wedding day anniversary

October 1, 2020 No Comments

The Bieber’s are honouring a special milestone. Although they’ve been married for two years, they recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of their star-studded wedding ceremony.

The pair, who first married in a small courthouse wedding in 2018, tied the knot with a much larger wedding ceremony in Montage Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, South Carolina on September 30.

Taking to social media, the pair both wrote loving messages to honour the occasion.

“Hailey Bieber. I am so lucky to be YOUR husband! You teach me so much everyday and make me such a better man!” wrote the ‘Baby’ singer. “I am committed for the rest of our lives to empower you to be the woman God has called you to be! My heart is to enable you to achieve all of your wildest dreams! I promise to always put you first, to lead with patience and kindness!! Happy anniversary my beautiful sweet girl”

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Sharing her own image from their big day, model Hailey wrote: “1 year ago we had the best wedding. Wish I could live this day over and over.”

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The model wore a lacy white gown designed by Virgil Abloh for Off-White on her special day. The custom gown features an off-the-shoulder neckline with long sleeves and a low back and elegant train. However, the statement piece is the lengthy veil, which has “’till death do us part” stitched onto it in white block lettering. The veil is also lined with lace to match the gown.

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According to People Magazine, the wedding had 154 guests in attendance including many of the couple’s celebrity friends such as Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Justine Sky, Jaden Smith, Joan Smalls, and Justin’s manager Scooter Braun.

Grammywinning singer Daniel Caesar performed at the wedding, People confirmed.

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Priddy Ugly and Bontle Modiselle celebrate 1-year anniversary

September 30, 2020 No Comments

Another South African celebrity couple is celebrating a special anniversary. It has been one year since rapper Priddy Ugly (real name Ricardo Moloi) and musician and host Bontle Modiselle tied the knot, and the pair seem happier than ever.

Taking to social media, Priddy Ugly gushed about his wife on their special day.

“This picture genuinely represents what the last 11 years have felt like, complete bliss,” he wrote on his Instagram page. “MaAfrika Moloi, I am honored to be the man that you chose to travel along this life’s journey with. Witnessing your growth, from when we were teens, to students in tertiary, to being independents, to marriage & parenthood, I couldn’t be more proud of the people we’ve become. Our 1st year of marriage flew by so fast, I’m hoping the next 70 are a lot more prolonged, I’m enjoying the ride.

Happy 1year Anniversary Beautiful @bontle.modiselle – I Love You ❤️??

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Bontle also had some sweet words for her longterm love.

“Ntate Moloi, you’re a very special man to me. A Purposeful life-long friendship and union. You fill my cup. You make me happy. Thank you for the life we continue to share together. Ke ho rata ka pelo le moya. A year in marriage down, a lifetime to go! I love you @priddy_ugly ❤️✨ Happy Anniversary!” she wrote.

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The pair have been together for over a decade, and tied the knot in a traditional ceremony on September 28 in Kempton Park. At the time, Bontle was pregnant with their first child, Afrika who was born a few months later.

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Groom’s father interrupts wedding, leaves bride in tears

September 30, 2020 No Comments

When the officiant says ‘Speak now or forever hold your piece’, the only appropriate response is silence. Unfortunately for this couple, the groom’s father had quite a bit to say and used this opportunity to express himself.

The father ruined his son’s wedding in Detroit, USA when he let his future daughter-in-law know exactly how he felt. In a video shared to Youtube, the father can be heard saying “I know you’re not serious, man. I know you’re not serious,” as the congregation looks on in shock.

The officiant attempts to ignore him and move on with the vow exchange, but the father persists. The bride, clearly agitated, gets into an argument with the father who refuses to back down.

The bride even asks someone to escort the father out. “If you did not want to come, you can leave. You shouldn’t have come if you did not want us to get married,” she says through tears.

The situation continues to escalate and even becomes physical. Some congregants step in to break the brawl up and the bride walks away in tears. The father eventually exits as well, leaving a pretty awkward wedding ceremony and what we can only imagine was a tense reception.

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Somhale celebrates first wedding anniversary

September 29, 2020 No Comments

It’s been one whole year since iconic South African couple Somizi Mhlongo and Mohale Motaung first tied the knot in a lavish traditional ceremony.

The couple, dubbed #SomHale on social media, wed in a lavish traditional African ceremony at Kibler Park, Johannesburg on Saturday, September 28. They had numerous – often matching – outfit changes throughout the day.

Taking to Instagram, Somizi wrote a sweet message to his husband on the anniversary of their special day.

“Happy one year wedding anniversary to us……please help me convince my husband that we go on live this evening to share what the first year of marriage feels like and us like…….I feel like theres a lot if things that we are not told about by newly weds that cud be helpful to anyone who is about to get married……but whatever it is that we have experienced got us to where we are today…….I love u MOTAUNG MHLONGO,” he wrote.

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“Last year on this day I got married to the Love Of My Life. ?❤️❤️ #SomhaleTraditionalWedding #28/09/2019,” Mohale wrote on his Instagram.

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Not one to be outdone, the pair followed their traditional wedding up with an extravagent white wedding on Thursday, January 30 and had planned a third wedding in Italy for June 2020 but had to cancel due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Will your wedding song lead to an unhappy marriage?

September 29, 2020 No Comments

Who knew the wrong song could make or break you? According to a new survey, the wedding song you choose for your first dance may heavily impact on your marriage.

A recent survey by online marketplace OnBuy.com asked 5500 married couples in Britain what their first dance song was and how they would describe their relationship now.

Elton John’s ‘Can You Feel The Love Tonight’ came out tops as the song with the happiest couples post-wedding. A reported 506 couples chose this song to sway to, and 77% of them are still in a happy marriage.

Other songs happy couples danced to on their wedding night include:

– ‘Isn’t She Lovely’ by Stevie Wonder (75%)

– ‘The Way You Look Tonight’ by Frank Sinatra (74%)

– ‘A Whole New World’ from Aladdin by Lea Salonga & Brad Kane (71%)

– ‘At Last’ by Etta James (71%)

– ‘You Are So Beautiful’ by Westlife (70%)

– ‘You’ll Be In My Heart’ by Phil Collins (70%)

– ‘ I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing’ by Aerosmith (69%)

– ‘Your Song’ by Elton John (64%)

– ‘Better Together’ by Jack Johnson (64%)

Of those who danced the night away to One Direction’s ‘Little Things’, 75% were the most likely to be unhappy, separated or divorced. Other songs that future unhappy couples danced to include:

– ‘I’m Yours’ by Jason Mraz (61%)

– ‘Chasing Cars’ by Snow Patrol (56%)

– ‘Skinny Love’ by Birdy (54%)

– ‘You’ve Got a Friend In Me’ by Andy Newman (52%)

– ‘Stay With You’ by John Legend (49%)

– ‘Everything’ by Michael Bublé (49)

– ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’ by Elvis Presley (48%)

– ‘Perfect’ by Ed Sheeran (42%)

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A bold choice: Bezel set rings

September 29, 2020 No Comments

Looking for an uncommon ring setting? We’ve got the perfect one. The bezel setting is an uncommon choice, and offers a highly unique look.

This setting has been around for decades, and is actually one of the oldest in the history of jewellery design. Poppy Delevigne and Mary-Kate Olsen have rocked this look.

Also known as the Rubover, this setting gives off an Art Deco aesthetic perfect for a bold bride. Here’s what you need to know.

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A bezel setting features diamonds that are completely or partially encircled by a thin border of a precious metal holding it in place. The surface of the ring is thus smooth. Also called a tube setting, it helps to accentuate the diamond and offers a contemporary look. This setting works best with round stones, but can be used on any shape from pear to heart.

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Because the stone is held securely in place, this setting is highly durable and protects the diamond very well. This is perfect for fragile stones. It also prevents anything snagging on the stone or knocking it, making it perfect for a wearer with an active lifestyle.

However, this setting conceals a large part of the stone. It can also be the more expensive option because it requires much more precious metal and is more labour intensive.

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A song of love and laughter: Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner

September 29, 2020 No Comments

One of the most popular millennial couples in Hollywood has a love story that is incredibly fitting. What started off as a Direct Message on Instagram grew into love, marriage and a baby for Joe Jonas and Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner.

Here is how this much-loved couple came to be:

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Turner (24) and Jonas (30) connected in 2016 in a way that seems the new norm: via Instagram.

“We had a lot of mutual friends and they’d been trying to introduce us for a long time,” Turner told Harper’s Bazaar UK during a March 2019 interview. “We were following each other on Instagram and he direct messaged me one fine day, out of the blue.”

They spoke for a few weeks before meeting up in real life at a local bar in London. Turner even brought some friends with in case Jonas was a catfish.

“I brought all my guy friends to come with me to meet him, because in the back of my mind I still worried that he could be a catfish — or I don’t know what,” she told Elle Magazine. “I just wanted my guy friends with me. I had my rugby boys. I was safe.”

Luckily, he was everything she wanted and more. They spent hours talking about everything under the sun and were inseparable from that point onwards. Turner even joined him on tour.

They went social media official in January 2017 after months of secretly dating when Turner posted an image of Jonas to her Instagram, simply captioning it ‘Miami daze’. They made their first public appearance together at the 2017 Met Gala, although they did not walk the carpet together.

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The relationship continued to grow, and by September of 2017 they adopted a puppy together, who they named Porky Basquiat. They also have another dog named Waldo Picasso, who is Porky’s biological brother.

Turner credits Jonas for helping her find self-love and work through her depression, which she has struggled with for years.

“I don’t think I love myself at all, but I’m now with someone that makes me realize that I do have some redeeming qualities, I suppose,” she said during an interview with Dr. Phil. “And when someone tells you they love you every day, it makes you really think about why that is and I think it makes you love yourself a bit more. So yeah, I love myself.”

In October 2017, they surprised the world by announcing their engagement.

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In May 2019, the couple shocked fans once again by getting hitched at a Las Vegas chapel after the Billboard Music Awards. The event was officiated by an Elvis Presley impersonator, and DJ Diplo livestreamed it to all his Instagram followers.

They said ‘I do’ yet again a month later, although on a much grander scale. Their official wedding in June was held at a chateau in the France, and Turner stunned in a custom Louis Vuitton gown.

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The pair welcomed their first child in July 2020, a daughter named Willow. We can’t wait to see what they do next.

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Actress Lily Collins is engaged

September 28, 2020 No Comments

The COVID-19 pandemic can’t stop love! Actress Lily Collins is the latest starlet to announce her engagement. The ‘Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile’ star recently took the next step with writer-director Charlie McDowell.

The pair, who have been dating for over a year, announced their happy news on social media this past weekend.

“I’ve been waiting my lifetime for you and I can’t wait to spend our lifetime together…” the actress captioned images from their special day which took place in the mountains of New Mexico.

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“In a time of uncertainty and darkness you have illuminated my life. I will forever cherish my adventure with you,” wrote McDowell.

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Collins, the daughter of iconic musician Phil Collins, rocks an unusual engagement ring featuring a one-of-a-kind rose-cut diamond.

Congratulations to the happy couple!

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Simple yet elegant dresses guaranteed to wow a crowd

September 28, 2020 No Comments

Many believe a wedding dress is the most important outfit one can ever wear. It’s the attire you choose to make an eternal promise to your love, so you’ll want to look your best.

With such weight and importance attached to an outfit, it’s easy to see why people opt to go big and bold for their special day. While lace, beading and applique detail are popular finishes to make a splash, it’s not necessary and can often times be quite costly. Sometimes, the most simple design is the most effective.

For those not into dramatic detail or for the budget conscious, there are many ways to still stun in a simple gown. The focus should be on the cut and fabric of the dress to make it appear more luxurious. An off-the-shoulder gown oozes sophistication, while small stylistic choices like adding a cape or twist detailing on your waist easily elevates a look.

If you’re in need of some inspiration, you’re in luck. Here are a few of our gowns sans-lace that are anything but boring:

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Emma Stone secretly tied the knot with Dave McCary

September 28, 2020 No Comments

Emma Stone is a married woman! After months of speculation, it has been confirmed that the Oscar-winning actress secretly tied the knot with her Saturday Night Live writer, fiance Dave McCary.

People Magazine reports that a source can confirm the couple are married, although no further details were provided. Neither of them has publicly addressed their nuptials, but they have been spotted out wearing matching wedding bands.

Stone first got the rumour mill running when she wore a wedding band very different to her engagement ring during an interview with Reese Witherspoon and psychiatrist Harold S. Koplewicz on the Reese Witherspoon x Hello Sunshine YouTube channel back in May.

The couple got engaged in December 2019, after being together for about two years. McCary announced the engagement on Instagram.

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The couple met on the set of Saturday Night Live (SNL) when Stone hosted the show in 2016. According to a source, McCary took the actress ”back to the hallway where they first locked eyes” for their romantic proposal.

“He had rose petals scattered all over the floor, dropped to one knee and asked Emma to marry him,” they add. “Of course, she said yes. Emma’s found her dream man, and now, she’s getting her dream wedding!”

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