With the coronavirus pandemic, weddings as we know them are put on hold. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t tie the knot.
Creative couples across the globe have decided the downsize their weddings, opting to say their I do’s from the comfort of their homes. If you’re still keen on getting married, you’ll need a dress.
While South Africa is currently under lockdown, there are many clothing retailers that are still allowing people to order and will deliver once the lockdown ends. Online shopping is the best solution at the moment, so get clicking away to find your perfect fit.
Here are some casual options for your paired-down big day:
Flute sleeve lace dress – R499 on Superbalist
Ruched bardot midi dress – R799 on Superbalist
Petite broidere sleeve milkmaid dress – R649 on Superbalist
Poetry Aelia Flower Shift Dress – R1499 on Poetry
Brooke Pom Pom Dress – R999 on Poetry
Revenge Lace Midi Dress White – R699 on Zando
City Goddess London Lace Wedding Maxi Dress – R999 on Zando
Puffed sleeves knit dress – R849 on Mango
Metallic thread midi dress – R1399 on Mango
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Almost everyone dreams of having their favourite musician peform at their wedding. However, the chances of this are usually extremely slim. Now more than ever, a celebrity appearance…
Vanessa Bryant is remembering her late husband Kobe, a few months after his tragic passing. Bryant took to Instagram to write a tribute to her late husband on their 19th wedding anniversary.
“My king, my heart, my best friend. Happy 19th wedding anniversary baby. I miss you so much. I wish you were here to hold me in your arms. I love you. ❤️” she wrote.
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She also got red roses to mark the occasion.
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Kobe and the couple’s 13-year-old daughter Gianna sadly passed away in a helicopter crash on January 26.
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Synonymous with celebrations and a must at every wedding, everyone enjoys a glass of bubbly on the odd occasion. Feminine, sophisticated and classy, Prosecco is popular not only…
Life is too short to wear boring clothes. So, if you are a man of style, these looks are for you. Don’t hold back. If you wear something that’s truly you, your partner will love your look!
The key to success here is confidence, and that comes with being comfortable with your choice. Stand out from the crowd, but make sure you choose something you love.
Here are some of our favourite suits and accessories for the bold groom:
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Synonymous with class and sophistication, who doesn’t love a good glass of bubbly? This popular drink is a necessary addition to any celebration. We can think of nothing…
If you have to be stuck somewhere, a luxury 5-star resort seems like a pretty great place to be. This South African couple found out that this is both a blessing and a curse when they ended up being the only guests at the expensive resort after the nationwide lockdown was instated.
Newlyweds Olivia and Raul De Freitas arrived at the 5-star five-star Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives resort on March 22 for a luxurious 6-day honeymoon to ring in their recent nuptials. Rates start at $750 (R14,252) a night
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After a few days of bliss, however, on March 26 South Africa went into a 21 day nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of COVID-19. This lockdown included airports being shut down.
“When we found out that South Africa closed its borders, we were worried, angry, and anxious about not knowing how we were going to get back,” they told Business Insider.
They considered taking a speedboat to the main island but by then, the Maldives had also imposed its own lockdown. They had no other choice but the stay at the resort and ended up being the last remaining couple after all the other guests fled to their respective countries.
Luckily, the hotel staff were all on hand to make sure their stay was special.
“Being the only guests at the resort was lonely and fun at the same time,” the couple said. “We really loved spending time with the staff and getting to know them on a personal level.”
The couple were eventually able to find their way to South Africa via a $104,000 self-funded private charter by the 40-plus South African and Mauritian tourists that were all stranded in the Maldives. Upon their arrival home this past weekend, they immediately went into a government quarantine facility.
It was a bittersweet experience for the newlyweds.
“When we look back, we realize we had the most incredible experience, although it was an expensive one,” they said. “We were healthy and safe and stuck in the most beautiful place on Earth,” they said.
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