Get the royal look with a blue sapphire engagement ring. Once belonging to Princess Diana, Kate Middleton’s sapphire sparkler caused sapphire sales to skyrocket in 2010 following the royal engagement announcement.
The name of this precious gemstone comes from the Greek word ‘sappheiros’ and the Latin word ‘saphirus’, both of which translate to mean blue. Despite the name, however, sapphires come in a range of colours from blue to yellow to pink. The only colour is cannot present as is red as it would then be considered a ruby. Naturally, blue is the most coveted colour variant.
Its a decade later and sapphires are still just as popular. Blue sapphires pair beautifully with various metals and cuts, meaning the possibilities are truly endless.
Here are some stunning blue sapphires that have caught our eye:
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Micro weddings will continue to dominate in 2021. While COVID-19 vaccines are being rolled out across the world, we are not quite out of the woods yet and it’s best to be safe than sorry.
For those planning to marry in 2021, a micro wedding or an elopement is the perfect option. However, with such a small guestlist there is no need for a traditional large wedding cake.
Skip the tiers and go for a small, single-tier cake that caters to your reduced guests. This will also save you some money as well as prevent wastage.
Fear not, you can still have fun with the design on a small cake. Here are some stunning convections we are loving:
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Say what you will of the humble pocket square but when it comes to wedding attire, it’s a dashing and classic embellishment for a suit. That being said, selecting the right pocket square can be difficult.
With so many options to choose from, it’s important to think carefully about what kind of look you want. Here are some tips to help you make your final decision.
Subtle differences make a big impact
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Although the trend has always been to match the pocket square to the wedding’s overall theme, it’s not always possible. The pocket square is meant to add flair and be a talking point of the suit, so opt for a more elaborate pocket square for the groom while the groomsmen have similar shades or patterns in their pocket squares.
Choose your fabric wisely
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Your choice of fabric for your pocket square most often depends on the theme of your wedding and how formal or not the occasion will be. Silk is an obvious choice as it’s a safe, reliable option that allows for intricate levels of detail. But there are alternatives. Wool-silk blends and linen both add texture, and linen also works perfectly if your outfit is less formal or you’re not wearing a tie.
Size is everything
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The fabric you choose for your pocket square will affect the size of it too. A premium silk pocket square, for example, has a bit of weight to it so an ideal size would be between 40 x 40 cm and 42 x 42 cm. A 42 cm-squared option will give you a nice full finish without bulging in your pocket or slipping down as you move around. Opt for a hand-rolled hem on your pocket squares as it helps hold its shape when in your pocket.
A fold adds flair
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Don’t just shove your pocket square into your pocket. Instead, folding it correctly will give your look a more sophisticated bent. A flat fold is perfect for a classic white pocket square or a pointed fold for a bit of edge. For patterned or colourful squares, a simple puff fold looks great and contrasts well against a dark suit jacket.
Give it meaning
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Although a pocket square is rarely used for looks other than formal-wear, they can also act as mementos for both the groom and his groomsmen. Think prints featuring a sentimental image or a hand-embroidered date of the event. Personalised pocket squares are also great gifts for groomsmen.
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Talk about taking the plunge! Instead of a normal ceremony on land, an Indian couple decided to be unique and tie the knot 18 metres underwater.
V Chinnadurai and S Swetha said ‘I do’ in what is considered to be the world’s first underwater traditional Hindu ceremony, according to the Times of India. The pair tied the knot in their traditional wedding finery on Monday, February 1 off the coast of Neelankarai in Chennai, the capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
“It was a traditional marriage ceremony, only it was underwater. We dived in at an auspicious time in the morning and exchanged garlands and tied the thaali before 7.30 AM as per instructions from our priest,” groom Chinnadurai told the outlet.
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The groom is a licenced scuba diver and had been scuba diving for 12 years, whereas the bride only learnt the skill in the months leading up to the wedding after the groom’s family suggested they marry underwater.
“I was nervous and so were my parents, but we had eight divers with us. It was exciting too because we’ve been trying to tie the knot since last week,” she says. “It was all in the hands of the sea.”
Luckily for them, it went off without a hitch and now they have a truly remarkable wedding video to look back on.
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