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In Decor

Why dried botanicals are on everyone’s hotlist

October 3, 2019 No Comments

Traditionally, when you think wedding you think bright, blossoming buds in beautiful floral arrangements. However, the latest wedding trend is going against the norm. Dried botanicals offer a muted colour palette and vintage feel that many brides are loving. For a soft vintage yet modern feel, consider adding these dried flowers to your wedding day.

The past few years have seen traditionally old-school wedding finishes being reinvented in modern ways. We’ve seen rustic and garden party-esque wedding themes grow in popularity, and dried botanicals fit these themes perfectly.

Modern dried botanicals include more than just flowers. Think seed pods, reeds, and grasses. Mix dried botanicals with live flowers for a varied floral finish. This dynamic flower arrangement provides a whimsical yet rustic touch to your wedding. With so many options, dried botanicals bring much versatility to your wedding decor.

Here is some inspiration if you want to incorporate dried botanicals into your wedding day.

Bouquets:

Arches:

Decor:

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In Advice

What to include in the best man’s emergency kit

October 3, 2019 No Comments

As the best man, you’re being entrusted to be the groom’s greatest support. Whatever he needs, you have to be ready and willing to help him. You’ll even have to expect the unexpected. For this, you’ll need an emergency kit filled with tools for every requirement or emergency that might just pop up. Here is what every best man will need in his emergency kit:

Personal items:

Gum/mints:

No-one wants bad breath, especially not on their wedding day. Slip the groom some gum or mints to chew on before the ceremony to keep his breath minty fresh. Just remind him to get rid of it before getting married!

Medication:

If a sudden headache or wave of nausea hits the groom, you have to be ready with some tablets to quell his ills.

Tissues:

Weddings and tears go hand in hand. Keep tissues in your pocket to pass to your groom when the waterworks start flowing.

Lip-balm:

The groom will be having his most important kiss on his wedding day, so his lips need to be moisturised and in tip-top shape.

Hairbrush:

Fly-aways be gone! Keep a hairbrush/comb on hand to smooth the groom’s locks before he walks down the aisle.

Cash:

You never know when you’ll need some money. Make sure to keep a few notes in your pocket in case you need to tip any of the vendors or do a quick shop run.

Clothing items:

Cologne:

Your groom should be smelling his best on his big day. Keep a bottle of his favourite cologne on hand to spritz him with before he weds.

Sewing kit:

Keep a sewing kit on hand in case of seam rips or loose buttons. If you don’t know how to sew (let’s be honest), replace the kit with hem tape or safety pins.

Extra cuff links:

Things can go missing easily in high-stress situations. Have a spare set of cuff links available in case the groom misplaces one of his.

Shoe polish:

No one wants a dusty shoe. Have shoe polish on hand to shine the groom’s shoes and keep him looking polished.

Lint roller:

Dust, random hairs and loose fabric threads can ruin the groom’s overall look. Make sure to give him a once-over with a lint roller to have him looking his best for his big day.

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In Diy

Watch: DIY Envelope Wax Seal

October 3, 2019 No Comments

A wax seal stamp is a great way to upgrade your wedding stationery with very little effort. Simply add a wax seal stamp to the envelope of your invitation and your stationery will instantly look more professional and appealing. Here’s how:

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Supplies (find most at your nearest craft shop):

wedding envelope R87.50/100
small dried flowers (pick from a garden)
sealing wax (with wick) R27-30
brass seal R130-150 (or you can get a custom-made seal)

Steps:

Put your invitation into the envelope of your choice and turn it over so that the side to seal is facing upwards.
Place your dried flower at the base of the seal on the envelope.
Light the wick of the sealing wax and rotate the stick, you will see that it will start to drip quite quickly. Keep the stick tilted towards the dried flower on your envelope. Rotate the wax and let it drip (try to move the stick around so that it drips into a circle).
Once you have the wax circle on your envelope that is of a similar size to your seal, take the seal stamp and press it into the pool of wax. Once cooled, peel off and you will have your stamp!
Don’t worry if the stamps don’t all look the same, it is a personal touch and your guests will love it.

TIP: Do a practice round on scrap paper before starting on your envelopes.

Disclaimer: Seal wax beads are used in the video but if you use the beads, you also need to have a melting spoon. To limit the number of supplies needed, the steps have been done using sealing wax with a wick. This way you can drip the wax directly onto your point of seal.

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In Decor

Sweetheart Table Ideas

October 3, 2019 No Comments

The sweetheart table at a wedding is the table that is set up just for the bride and groom, however, it is sometimes set up to include the immediate families of the bride and groom as well. The table is set up so that the newly married couple sits to face their guests. The sweetheart table is a great way for the happy couple to see all their guests and for the guests to come up and wish the couple well.

Here are a few gorgeous ideas for the sweetheart table:

Hedge Wall

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Beach Chic

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Keep it Simple

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Flower Backdrop

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Full Glam

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Boho

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Floral Frame

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Rustic

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In Weddings

Black bear gate-crashes wedding

October 3, 2019 No Comments

Imagine your wedding is going ahead on schedule and then you have an unexpected guest. Seems somewhat normal, right? Well, not for this unlucky couple, who were surprised by a bear at their wedding!

Sarina Thompson and Cory Alan Brewer had the shock of their lives when a massive black bear stumbled onto their wedding in the Great Smoky Mountains of Gatlinburg, Tennessee mid photoshoot. Luckily, their photographer, Leah McMahan Edmondson, was on hand to capture it all.

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“I had the bride and groom with me starting to shoot when we all noticed this bear,” photographer Leah McMahan told The New York Post. “He turned and started down the aisle. Being scared didn’t cross my mind, I just wanted ‘the shot’.”

The bear then made a huffing noise and started coming toward them, at which point Leah began to panic.

“He jacked my heart rate up to Jesus,” she said.

Luckily no one was injured.

They say a picture says a thousand words. Well, these photographs definitely tell an interesting story!

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In Advice

Fun wedding games your guests can play

October 3, 2019 No Comments

Wedding games are slowly growing in popularity, and understandably so. Gone are the days of stiff, formal weddings. Weddings should be fun, and there is no better way to get the giggles going than with some simple games that will bring out the child in everyone. The key is to offer quick-round games that will have many involved and captivated at once. Here are some fun games your wedding guests can play.

Outdoor games:

Croquet:

Get active with a gentle game of croquet.

Giant Jenga:

Jenga requires lots of concentration and garners high emotions from participants. Instead of the table-top version, life-size the Jenga blocks to up the stakes.

Ring Toss:
Ring toss is the perfect way to get your guests feeling competitive.

Giant Connect Four:
Get your guests competing against each other in a giant game of Connect Four.

Wedding Speech Bingo:
For a laugh, write out “wedding speech bingo”. Every time a speech giver’s words match one of the squares, people get a point. Besides giving a good giggle, this game will encourage people to actually listen to the speeches.

Indoor games:

Dress-up photo booth:
Photos are a great way to preserve memories. Add some props and you get a whole lot of fun. Guests can go crazy with props available and take group photos to their heart’s content.

Wedding wheel:
For a fun, interactive game, consider having a wedding wheel. Each notch has an order that the spinner has to complete. Have a healthy mix of mild, medium and wild dares to up the ante.

Wedding ad-libs:
Get a little tongue-in-cheek with some wedding ad-libs. Each guest can fill in a form with their best advice. Of course, depending on the guest, you’ll get some interesting advice!

Limbo:
Get low, low, low with limbo! People love showing off their flexibility with a game of limbo. If they’re bad at it, even better!

Table trivia:
Test how well your guests actually know you with a game of trivia. Set up a questionnaire for guests to fill out. The guests with the most points win a prize!

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In Advice

What to do if it unexpectedly rains on your wedding day

October 2, 2019 No Comments

Unfortunately, we cannot schedule good weather. Despite rain on your wedding day signifying good luck in many cultures, it can still be worrisome. Whether it’s a drizzle or a downpour, unexpected showers can put a damper on your wedding day, especially if you’re having an outdoor affair.

Sometimes the forecast gets it wrong, and the heavens open up unprovoked. So here is what to do if it unexpectedly rains on your wedding day:

Go with Plan B:

If you’re planning an outdoor wedding, then you should already have a contingency plan in place. If you don’t have a backup plan already set up, try speaking to your venue to find out if the wedding can be relocated to an indoor space on their grounds. Don’t forget to let your guests know about the venue change!

If you still really want to have your wedding outdoors, rent a marquee tent. This way, everything set up can stay and it adds another design element.

Stop and take stock:

Now is the time to accessorise. Have someone purchase or collect umbrellas and throw blankets to offer guests as they arrive. Have heat lamps and towels on hand to dry them off if they got caught in the rain. Offer your guests hot beverages to keep your guests feeling warm and cosy. At the end of the day, it’s about making your guests as comfortable as possible despite the weather.

If you already know it will most likely rain on your wedding day, you can pre-prep and have items monogrammed to represent your wedding day in style. Bonus: they double-up as wedding favours!

Embrace it:

We can’t change the weather, so there is no point fretting about it. As we said, rain on your wedding day is seen as good luck in many cultures. So flip the script and take the rain as a positive sign for your future.

Sometimes the rain can act as a great backdrop. Use the weather to your advantage and shoot creative images.

Here are some ideas to inspire you:

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In Emotional

Stunning wedding photos show power of love

October 2, 2019 No Comments

Photos from a US-based couple’s wedding has made the rounds on South African social media, and inspired many.

Beautiful couple Stef and Renee wed at the La Mare Wine Estate in New Jersey in August 2019. Their photographer, Kaleido Shoots, captured many incredible images throughout the day that truly represent their love.

These images have grown in popularity and were recently shared to South African Facebook group #imstaying. Sipho Khanyile shared some of the images to the popular group and was met with many positive reactions. Many took to the comments section to show their support for the loving couple.

Here are some of the stunning photos from their wedding day:

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In Advice

The groomsmen’s duties

October 2, 2019 No Comments

Being a groomsman is a big honour. But with great honour comes great responsibility. As a groomsman, you’ll be expected to fulfil a number of duties to aid the groom in his wedding journey. Here is a rundown of the groomsmen’s duties:

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Pre-wedding prep:

Get fitted for wedding attire:

As a group, the groomsmen will be fitted with wedding attire to match the wedding’s theme. If a suit is being made, you might have to send your measurements through so make sure to have those on hand. Depending on the couple, you may be expected to purchase or rent the attire yourself. Make sure to set aside money for this.

Attend pre-wedding events:

Wedding festivities do not start and end with the big day. There are a host of pre-wedding events you will be expected to attend, including the engagement party, bachelor party, rehearsal dinner and of course, the wedding.

Help plan the bachelor party:

As one of the groom’s last nights as an unmarried man, the bachelor party is an important event in the pre-wedding schedule. While it is traditionally the best man’s responsibility to plan the event, groomsmen often provide a helping hand. Assist the best man in whatever he needs to pull off an epic bachelor party. You might also be expected to assist financially, so keep that in mind.

The Big Day:

Support the groom:

The Big Day is bound to be stressful for the groom. As a groomsman, you’ll be tasked with keeping him calm throughout the day. Ease his nerves, give him pep talks when needed and make sure his look is complete before he steps out. If need be, take the lead and make sure all arrangements are organised, such as transport and liaising with photographers and caterers. This way, the groom has less to stress him out, allowing him to enjoy his Big Day.

Give a great speech:

While it is typically the best man’s job to give a speech, groomsmen can also be asked to say a few winged words. Give yourself enough time ahead of the wedding to write out a strong speech that highlights what makes the newly betrothed couple special.

Give a great gift:

By virtue of being in the wedding party, you should be close to the couple. As such, your gift should be personal to them. If you’re out of ideas, have a look at their wedding registry for inspiration.

Have fun!

Now that all the big things are done, you can enjoy yourself at the reception. It’s important that guests have a good time, because that’s part of what makes weddings memorable. Dance with everybody, get people talking and play games as you celebrate love.

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In Celebs

Justin and Hailey Bieber’s star-studded wedding

October 2, 2019 No Comments

Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin have said “I do” again. The pair, who first married in a small courthouse wedding in 2018, wed with a much larger wedding ceremony that had many celebrities in attendance.

The Biebers wed in Montage Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, South Carolina on September 30. Hailey’s father, Steven Baldwin, had previously said that this ceremony would be more religious in nature, and is very important to the couple.

While there is little other information about the wedding available, we can get a small glimpse into their nuptials through some posts shared to social media.

For their reception, Hailey wore a high-necked, backless wedding dress and her hair in an elegant low bun. Justin wore a white shirt and black bow-tie.

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According to People Magazine, the wedding had 154 guests in attendance including many of the couple’s celebrity friends such as Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Justine Sky, Jaden Smith, Joan Smalls, and Justin’s manager Scooter Braun.

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Guests sipped on custom Moët & Chandon Imperial Brut bottles each adorned with 9,682 Swarovski crystals.

Grammy winning singer Daniel Caesar performed at the wedding, People has confirmed.

The couple met for the first time 2009 at one of Justin’s fan events when Justin was 15 and Hailey was 12. While they remained friends for years, they first became romantically linked in 2015 before splitting up in 2016. In mid-2018, the pair rekindled their romance and quickly got engaged on July 7. Justin announced their engagement on social media. They then wed in a small courthouse ceremony on September 13, 2018.

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Congratulations to the happy couple!

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