While it is still traditional to have a wedding cake, the nature of these cakes are changing. Due to the exorbitant cost of wedding cakes in this day and age and the desire to keep up with current trends, we have moved away from the traditional fruitcake to make way for new takes on wedding cakes.
Here are a few cake trends that we can’t get enough of:
Semi-naked
Naked cakes seem to be a trend of the past but the semi-naked is still very much in.
Drip cake
Drip cakes have been around for quite a while now, because it can be added to pretty much any style of cake and still look good. It also adds extra flavour and an element of fun.
Metallic
A metallic element can be added in a variety of ways, making this a continuous trend.
Red velvet
Red velvet as a flavour has become one of the most popular dessert options so it is not surprising that it has made its way to wedding cakes as well.
Florals
A beautiful and natural addition to any cake.
Alternatives
While this cake makes use of another trend, doughnuts, as an alternative to a wedding cake, there are other alternative options such as macaroons, croquembouche and if you’re not a cake lover, cheese.
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Your wedding is over and you’re about to come back from your honeymoon. There’s one question that may cross your mind, “what do I do with my wedding…
Weddings can be quite costly, which is why micro weddings are becoming increasingly popular. Otherwise known as small weddings, these micro nuptials are not just smaller guest lists.
It should consist of all the typical wedding elements: just on a smaller scale.
Cutting the guest list down means that your wedding can be more intimate as it will only be your loved ones around. The ceremony duration is normally shorter. There is usually not a lot of bells and whistles involved. This cut back means that you can save quite a lot of money.
Less people means that you can splurge on things that you wouldn’t be able to in bulk. For example, expensive champagne or snacks. Since you’re only catering for about 20 people you can afford to get those special things.
The micro wedding will be less stressful as you’re planning your big day on a smaller scale. Since you’ll only have a few people it will also be less nerve racking and you’ll be able to connect with your guests more.
Instead of having to mingle with over 50 people, your time can be divided among the few at your micro wedding.
If you choose to have the smaller scale nuptials your venue options are also endless. You can try approaching your favourite restaurant or garden. Keep in mind even if a place doesn’t advertise hiring their venue for weddings they may be able to accommodate your micro wedding.
Micro weddings are a great option and a good way to celebrate your wedding especially if you don’t have a lot of guests to invite.
However it may not work if you want a wedding with everyone including your extended family and co-workers.
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For those that can ski or want to learn, a ski trip is arguably one of the best holidays one can take. Your days are filled with fun…
Stand the chance to win wine for your bachelorette party. Chateau Del Rei – the upbeat sparkling wine in a can – is giving away two hampers to the value of R1 500 each!
Create an instant celebration with the fabulous flair of new Chateau Del Rei, the naturally sweet sparkling wine in a stylish can for any occasion. Fruity and vibrant, Chateau Del Rei is the perfect companion for relaxed picnics, outdoor movie nights, open-air concerts or whenever you are in the mood for just a glass or two of sparkling wine. With its low alcohol content of 7%, this trendy sparkler lets you enjoy the fun for longer.
Prize Details:
Win one of two Chateau Del Rei hampers to the value of R1 500.
How to enter:
Simply fill in your details on the form below.
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Competition Ts & Cs:
– The winners will be announced at 12pm Wednesday, October 30 2019 on this page
– Winners will be contacted via details entered on the form
– Prizes are not refundable and cannot be exchanged for money
– Winners must be over the age of 18
– The winners will be announced at 12pm Wednesday, October 30 2019 on this page
– Winners will be contacted via details entered on the form
– Prizes are not refundable and cannot be exchanged for money
– Winners must be over the age of 18
– The competition ends on 30 October 2019.
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Caribbeantan is no ordinary sunless tanning brand. Their innovative professional self-tan products are designed to eliminate all the fuss associated with at-home tanning creams, as well as the costs of getting…
Sun City’s four-star Soho hotel and casino is located right at the heart of Sun City. Soho boasts the iconic casino that started it all alongside a host of food and beverage outlets, revitalised bars and nightclubs.
The name encapsulates the essence of the renowned Soho destinations located in London and New York – known for their popularity with the in crowd, eclectic vibe and non-stop action. Soho is the destination within the resort that is ‘always on’; where the sun never sets and any-time is playtime. The legendary Sun City is still one of South Africa’s favourite holiday and premium lifestyle destinations.
The resort has a diverse offering that combines a choice of action-packed entertainment options for all ages, as well as opportunities to relax and enjoy the quietness of nature. It’s like escaping to another world without having to venture too far, ‘A world within a City’.
The name encapsulates the essence of the renowned Soho destinations located in London and New York – known for their popularity with the in crowd, eclectic vibe and non-stop action. Soho is the destination within the resort that is ‘always on’; where the sun never sets and any-time is playtime. The legendary Sun City is still one of South Africa’s favourite holiday and premium lifestyle destinations.
The resort has a diverse offering that combines a choice of action-packed entertainment options for all ages, as well as opportunities to relax and enjoy the quietness of nature. It’s like escaping to another world without having to venture too far, ‘A world within a City’.
Prize Details:
Stand the chance to win a two-Night midweek stay for two at Soho in Sun City to the value of R10 434, plus a massage each at the Gary Player Health spa to the value of R2 000!
How to enter:
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Competition Ts & Cs:
– The winners will be announced at 12pm Wednesday, October 30 2019 on this page
– Winners will be contacted via details entered on the form
– Prizes are not refundable and cannot be exchanged for money
– The winners will be announced at 12pm Wednesday, October 30 2019 on this page
– Winners will be contacted via details entered on the form
– Prizes are not refundable and cannot be exchanged for money
– The competition ends on 30 October 2019. The prize is only valid for a midweek stay only, and does not include transport to Sun City.
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1. All terms and conditions set out herein apply to all competitions, games, promotions and prizes unless other requirements, terms and conditions are specifically provided in relation to a competition, game, promotion or prize.
2. All competitions in Issue Winter 2019 start on 1 August 2019 and close on 30 October 2019.
3. Eligible participants or entrants must be permanent residents of South Africa and must be 18 years or older at the time of participating, unless otherwise stated.
4. The outcome of a competition, game or promotion is subject to the decision of the judge or organiser of the competition, whose decision is final and no correspondence or negotiation will be entered into after the fact.
5. Entries containing illicit activities, foul language or actions and/or representations of a racist, sexual, violent or criminal nature shall be disqualified.
6. The period for each competition, game or promotion is clearly stated in the relevant rules on the competition, game or promotion page, and no entries will be accepted after the specified date.
7. By participating in the competition, game or promotion, you release Wedding Album and its publisher from all responsibility of any losses, harm, damage, rights, claims and actions of any kind connected with the competition, game or promotion that results from participation in any competition, game or promotion or acceptance, possession, use or receipt of any prize, including, without limitation, personal injuries, death and property damage, and claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy.
8. Wedding Album and its publisher reserves the right, in our sole discretion, to cancel or suspend any competition, game or promotion.
9. Prize winners will be notified via email or telephone and information could be published online or in the magazine.
10. Only one participant or entrant per household is entitled to win one prize in any competition.
11. If the prize is not claimed within 30 days of the winner being announced and/or contacted, the winner automatically forfeits the prize and Wedding Album and its publisher reserve the right to redistribute or dispose of the prize at its discretion.
12. Prizes are not transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or any other prize.
13. Wedding Album and its publisher are not responsible for lost, delayed, misdirected, unintelligible or incomplete electronic mail, telephone, electronic hardware or software program, network, internet and computer malfunctions, failures and difficulties, errors in transmission or any condition caused by events beyond our control that may cause the competition, game or promotion to be disrupted or corrupted.
14. No staff member of Highbury Media and/or any of their affiliated companies or agencies, members of their immediate family, or staff members of the sponsor of the competition or any of their affiliated companies or agencies, and members of their immediate family, may enter any of the competitions in Wedding Album.
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