These are some of the biggest trends in wedding florals right now, and we don’t know which one we love most:
Long stem bouquets
They’re elegant, classic and evoke a slightly more relaxed feel, as if you picked the flowers yourself just before the wedding. Stick to one type of flower, such as big white roses, or mix and match for a more bohemian vibe.
Dried leaves and petals
If you love a more rustic feel, this trend is right up your alley. Use it in addition to the rest of your floral arrangements, or make it the main attraction by using pampas grass, dried and pressed flowers, sheaves, and hops.
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More is more
Be it cascading flowers, an overload of greenery or massive installations to create a feeling of nature, more is more, and modesty is irrelevant.
Colour overload
Forget floral arrangements resembling your overall colour scheme. Incorporating tons of vibrant colours and hues into your bouquets, table settings, aisle and backdrops will make a bold statement and add to the overall festive feeling.
Local flavour
Instead of shelling out on imported or out-of-season flowers, have a look at what’s immediately availabe, locally grown and sustainable. This won’t just save you a lot of money, but will add a special touch to your decor, as well as keep your carbon footprint low.
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Couples are difficult to shop for and having a wedding registry solves a whole lot of problems for guests who don’t understand your style. Gift registries are easy and effortless, and ensure you don’t have 10 of the same gifts. Here are a few local shops and websites to consider when listing your registry. You can also read: Best wedding planning APP’s and tools.
1. Yuppiechef
Founded in 2006, YuppieChef was created by two friends. Known as a kitchen and homeware store, the company has assisted over 5000 happy couples. They offer an easy and convenient set up and stock products from over 700 brands. The company specialises in knives, cookware, appliances and soft furnishings.
2. @home
This well known homeware store offers a gift registry that can be set up online. @home offers an in-store consultation if you and your partner desire this. You can also manage your registry online. They offer several brands in various homeware sections such as the kitchen, bedroom, living room, bathroom and decor.
3. Wrapistry
Wrapistry have a variety of gifts and brands on their website. The website boasts brands like Carrol Boyes, Jamie Oliver, Maxwell & Williams, Le Creuset and many more. Options include group gifting, free delivery, gift tracker and cash refunds.
4. Mr Price Home
This store has a wide variety of homeware items at affordable prices. Have your pick of living room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and home decor items. Mr Price Home has online videos available to help assist with setting up your registry.
5. Gift Tree
They provide many gift registries and items to choose from. Gift Tree also allows group gifting, so if you choose something a bit more expensive, a few people can contribute to it. They customise your registry to suit any budget. Offering gifts from various sections like bar ware, decor, tableware, bedroom, bathroom and dining.
6. Bespoke
Founded in 2012, Bespoke offers a carefully curated collection of homeware items. Take a pick from kitchen, decor, bedroom, outdoor and living room items.
7. From9am.com
From9am is your one-stop online cyber destination for all things health and beauty in South Africa. Quality products made locally and imported are available for online purchase, this includes makeup, eye, Lip, face, hair, body and feet products catering for all types of consumers! Shop the From9am.com beauty destination for makeup brush sets, blush and powder brushes, beauty blenders, makeup bags, tweezers, foundation, eyeshadows, palettes, eye makeup, lashes, concealers, contours, highlighters, bronzers, primers, setting sprays, face, body and feet products + so much more.
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Now that you’re engaged, you’ll want to have an engagement party to celebrate with your family and friends.
Where to have it?
Gorgeous George is a new boutique hotel situated in the central Cape Town featuring a stunning rooftop and Gigi restaurant and bar. It is the perfect venue as it has everything you need: beautiful views, delicious food, curated drinks and seating for up to 80 guests. But don’t take our word for it – have a look for yourself:
Restaurant and Bar
Lounge Area
Dining Area
Bar Area
Rooftop
Lounge Area
Dining Area
Pool Area
All in all, Gorgeous George is a stunning venue that will cater to your every need.
If you would like to hire the venue, contact Gorgeous George at: +27 87 898 6000
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Planning your wedding and finding inspiration can be tough. Luckily, wedding expos and fairs are there to guide soon-to-be wed couples. Not only can you get tips, ideas and special deals by trawling these, but they can also be a lot of fun. These events showcase decor, stationary, colour schemes, cakes and more to help you envision and plan out your perfect wedding. Some expos even offer the opportunity to meet with vendors that can assist you on your big day.
Have a look at wedding fairs and expos you can visit in South Africa:
1.Winelands Bridal Fair
This event will be taking place on August 3 and 4 with stunning Stellenbosch as its backdrop. The bridal fair offers everything you may need for planning a wedding all under one roof. There are even experts there who can assist you.
2. The Wedding Expo
This annual expo takes place in Johannesburg and Durban and sees brides- and grooms-to-be from far and wide paying it a visit. You’ll find a variety of services to help you with your wedding planning.
3. SA Bridal Fair
You can catch this wedding expo in Cape Town, KwaZulu-Natal and Johannesburg. The event hosts local vendors who can lend a hand in all your wedding plans. Make sure you save the dates. It will be at Makaranga in KwaZulu-Natal on August 11, the Hilton Sandton in Johannesburg on October 13 and the next Cape Town expo will be happening next year, so keep an eye out.
4. Bridal Expo
Hosted at the Oakfield Farm in Johannesburg, this bridal affair will be taking place on January 25 – 26 and June 27 – 28 2020. Meet with wedding specialists who can help you plan your big day. The event includes competitions, bridal fashion shows, and a big bridal gown pop-up store with the biggest wedding dress sale in South Africa.
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