Two words almost guaranteed to put a smile on the face of your guests are “open bar”. However, open bars come with benefits as well as downfalls. So which option is right for you and your wedding, an open bar or a cash bar?
What is an open bar?
An open bar is when drinks are served for free from a bar at a function. Those hosting the event pay per head and usually covers a variety of alcohols including beers, ciders and wines.
Pros
– guests will appreciate it, especially after spending money or travelling for your wedding
– liquid courage will encourage guests to have more fun
– it makes your life easier as you don’t have to plan out estimated costs per beverage
Cons
– it is costly
– guests can take advantage and drink too much
– drunk people may put a negative effect on your wedding
What is a cash bar?
A cash bar is when guests can purchase drinks from a variety of alcohols at the bar at a given function.
Pros
– it is the more affordable option, allowing you to put the money towards something else
– guests are less likely to go overboard with drinking, thus avoiding messy moments
Cons
– can be considered a little tacky (it’s not!)
– guests might feel like it’s inconsiderate to have to spend even more money at a function where they’re considered to be the guest
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Idols SA judge Somizi Mhlongo and Mohale Motaung’s traditional wedding was an extravaganza of epic proportions. The couple, dubbed #SomHale on social media, wed in a lavish traditional African ceremony at Kibler Park, Johannesburg on Saturday, September 28.
The couple had numerous, often matching outfit changes throughout the day. Their first look was designed by Gert Johan Coetzee, who was inspired by a North African theme.
Have a look at everything that went on at the spectacular event:
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A host of local celebrities were in attendance, including Bonang Matheba, Casper Nyovest, Kelly Khumalo, Lerato Kganyago, Pearl Thusi, Julius Malema, and Thando Thabethe.
According to Liquid Image Consulting, the creative team behind the wedding, the pair had a particular dress code for guests. “Dresscode: #Somhale wanted to showcase African Tradition and they personally selected a region from Africa for each guest detailing what they should wear and sent extensive dress code mood boards to ensure everyone stayed on theme!!” they wrote in an Instagram post.
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The wedding venue was royally decked out in a white and gold colour scheme.
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The eight-tiered tower cake and chandelier cakes were a sight to see.
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According to Somizi, the couple will have their white wedding in January 2020.
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They haven’t got a long way to go anymore. Cassie Ventura and fiancé Alex Fine wed in an intimate ceremony on September 25 only a month and one day after they got engaged.
The pair tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Malibu, California. Cassie wore a flowing off-the-shoulder gown with a lace veil, and styled her hair in soft waves, while Fine wore a black tux to say “I do”.
Film director Peter Berg officiated their wedding, sharing this picture to Instagram after the ceremony.
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The couple have had a whirlwind romance this past year. They began dating in late 2018 and in June 2019 the couple announced that they are expecting their first child together. Fine got down on one knee on August 24 and asked Ventura to be his wife.
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The Compton Cowboys, a group that works to dispel stereotypes about African Americans, helped Fine pop the question. In an IGTV video posted by Cassie, the pregnant beauty can be seen being escorted by Compton Cowboys leader Randy Savvy to Fine who is waiting for her atop a horse. He then dismounts, gets down on one knee and proposes, to much happiness from Cassie.
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Cassie is best known for her hits “Me & U”, and “Long Way 2 Go”. She previously dated P Diddy for eleven years before calling it quits in early 2018. Fine is a celebrity personal trainer. His clients include many cast members of the hit TV show, Riverdale.
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