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    Camp-inspired wedding setups to inspire your nostalgic day
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    Camp-inspired wedding setups to inspire your nostalgic day

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    A day out in nature and a night under the stars, what could be better? For camping enthusiasts, this return to nature is the perfect way to spend the day.

    If you’re more of the laid-back, rustic type, you don’t need to have a fancy wedding. Instead, tailor your big day to your taste and do what you love. Camping is fun and nostalgic, and can easily be glamorised.

    Host your wedding reception in a massive teepee in the great outdoors. Add some flair with a few fairy lights and candles to set the mood. What is great about this theme is that it works well for both intimate and larger gatherings, you just need to scale up the size of your tent.

    Here are a few fun setups to inspire your own:

     

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    How to pick your perfect wedding shoe
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    How to pick your perfect wedding shoe

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    On your wedding day, everything is a big deal – including the shoes hiding beneath your gorgeous gown. Don’t sigh with relief after the arduous dress-choosing task is complete, you still have your feet to think about. Ahead lies a world of options…

    There are a number of factors to consider before choosing your shoe, here are our key things to keep in mind:

    Comfort:

    You’re gonna wear these shoes all day, so make sure they’re actually comfortable. And by this, we mean you’re able to walk in them and stand for hours at a time without feeling like your toes are screaming for help. If you’re not used to wearing stilettos, a block heel is perfect to complete the look without the pressure on your heel.

    Location and weather:

    Having a beach wedding? Stilletto heels may sink into the sand. On the other hand, sneakers maybe a touch too informal for a grand ballroom. It’s important to keep your wedding venue in mind when picking your shoes, as it will go hand in hand with making sure you’re comfortable. Don’t neglect to consider the weather, as you don’t want your toes to freeze off in open shoes during your winter wedding.

    Your dress:

    The length and cut of your dress will greatly determine the style of your shoe and how visible you want it to be. A tea-length or short gown means your feet will be on display, so you have the option of going for a fun heel. Alternatively, a floor-sweeping gown will cover your feet, so the style of shoe is not as important. Make sure to take your shoes with you when going for a dress fitting to avoid a hemline that is too short.

    Price:

    Arguably one of the most important factors is sticking to your budget. You don’t want to break the bank on a shoe you might not wear again, so remember to set some boundaries before you go shoe shopping.

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    All the things you'll need to update if you change your name after marriage
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    All the things you’ll need to update if you change your name after marriage

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    Choosing to change your surname after marriage is a personal choice every person must make for themselves. When making this decision, remember that it is not as easy as 1, 2, 3, but can be a long and rather tedious process.

    If you do decide to change your surname, you will legally be required to update all the necessary paperwork to reflect your new name.

    Legally, any woman wanting to take their spouse’s surname, revert to their maiden name or prior name, or join two surnames into a double-barrelled name may do so. However, because current South African law focuses on women changing their surnames, the process for men who decide to take their partner’s surname is much harder, and requires special authorisation from The Department of Home Affairs.

    The first step in legally changing your surname is applying for a new identity document. You can easily apply to have your ID re-issued if you are married and want to assume the surname of your spouse. You can apply for a replacement by:

    – Completing Form BI-9 as well if you have not previously submitted your fingerprints

    – Attaching additional documents as required (e.g. a marriage certificate if you are married)

    – Paying the required fee for the re-issue

    It is not essential to change your driver’s licence and passport to reflect your new surname until they expire, but in this case, you will be required to carry a certified copy of your marriage certificate in case anything happens.

    Remember to also inform SARS of your surname change to update your tax details. In line with this, inform your employer of your new surname change so that they may update your pension and insurance companies.

    Another crucial step is to notify your chosen bank to ensure you can still use all of your bank cards. You will need a copy of your ID and a copy of your marriage certificate for this.

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    Eastern Cape woman found guilty of arranging fraudulent marriage certificates
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    Eastern Cape woman found guilty of arranging fraudulent marriage certificates

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    An Eastern Cape woman has been found guilty of recruiting local women to marry foreign nationals and issuing fake marriage certificates.

    Nomabandla Manjezi (47) appeared at the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Port Elizabeth on Wednesday, January 20 and was found guilty on four counts of corruption and two counts of fraud. The matter was postponed to February 18, 2021, for sentencing.

    Manjezi, along with another person named Abu Bokar (46), was arrested in 2017 following a tip-off received by immigration officers about the arranged fraudulent marriage certificates between South African women and foreign nationals.

    Their operations were accosted during a waylay investigation in March 2017, resulting in them being charged for fraud and corruption.

    Their premises, which included a cell phone shop in North End and a house in New Brighton was searched. Documents linked to their criminal operations were found in a container at the New Brighton premises and were seized for further investigation.

    An investigation by the Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation team revealed that the duo recruited young women from New Brighton, Kwazakele and Zwide, then paid them between R200 and R300 each to marry Bangladeshi nationals, whilst other local women were unaware that they were married to foreign nationals.

    Bokar appeared in the same court on August 14, 2018 and he pleaded guilty on two counts of fraud. He was sentenced to five years imprisonment, wholly suspended for five years.

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    Sweet songs to slow dance to on your big day
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    Sweet songs to slow dance to on your big day

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    They say music can convey emotions we struggle to voice ourselves. If this is the case, your choice of song on your wedding day is crucial.

    At some point in the evening, you’ll probably want to have a special slow dance with your new spouse. Hold them close and sway away to one of these romantic songs.

    Can’t Help Falling In Love – Elvis Presley

    Make You Feel My Love – Adele

    Unforgettable – Nat King Cole

    Come Away With Me – Norah Jones

    Comfortable – H.E.R

    At Last – Etta James

    All My Life – K-Ci and JoJo

    You Are So Beautiful – Joe Cocker

    Perfect – Ed Sheeran

    The Way You Look Tonight – Tony Bennet

    Your Song – Elton John

    Best Part – Daniel Caesar

    Lucky – Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat

    Butterflies – Casey Musgraves

    A Thousand Years – Christina Perry

    Speechless – Dan + Shay

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    Unique wedding venues from across the world
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    Unique wedding venues from across the world

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    Looking for a unique place to say ‘I do’? If a church or barn is too conventional for you, think outside the box with one of these unique locations.

    From an igloo to an underwater experience, there are no rules when it comes to your big day. Truly, anything goes. Here are a few unusual locations that will create a memorable wedding day.

    Hotel Kakslauttanen in Lapland, Finland

    Hotel Kakslauttanen is an Arctic Resort found next to the Arctic Sea. For the full experience, book a winter wedding under the northern lights. The hotel features an Ice Chapel and a Pine Chapel, and bridal couples arrive on a reindeer carriage. Spend the night in your own personal igloo with a clear dome, allowing you to enjoy the sights of the clear sky.

    Coney Island in New York, USA

     

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    Coney Island is a world-famous amusement park in New York. Couples can enjoy an informal ceremony in the boarding area, then load onto a roller coaster for a thrilling loop around.

    A glacier in Alaska, USA

    Couples wanting to elope should head to Alaska for a truly unique wedding on a glacier landing. The package includes a helicopter that lands at elevations of 1,800 to 3,500 feet, with ice up to 2,500 feet deep below your feet, making you feel like you’re the only people in the world.

    The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado

     

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    Take a trip to Aspen, Colorado for a true winter wonderland wedding at The Little Nell Hotel. Guests can enjoy a gondola ride up the Aspen Mountain before they arrive at your wedding ceremony, which features breathtaking views of the famed Maroon Bells and the Rocky Mountains.

    An underwater wedding experience in Mexico

     

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    If getting married on land is too played out, why not head under the sea? Secret Resorts in Cozumel, Mexico offers a unique underwater wedding experience, allowing couples to say their “I do’s’ while enjoying a dive trip surrounded by fish and sea life.

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    Valentine's Day-inspired wedding cakes bursting with romance
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    Valentine’s Day-inspired wedding cakes bursting with romance

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    The most romantic day of the year is quickly approaching. Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love in all its forms, making it the perfect day for a wedding.

    If you’d like to incorporate themes from this day into your wedding, the easiest way to do so is with your colour scheme. Red, pink and white are classic Valentine’s Day colours because they represent passion and romance.

    Of course, the heart shape and Cupid’s arrow are both eternal symbols of this holiday too. Incorporating these shapes are a little more on the nose, but still super sweet.

    Here are some wedding cakes full of the Valentine’s Day spirit:

     

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    Francois Van Coke and wife Lauren celebrate ninth wedding anniversary
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    Francois van Coke and wife Lauren celebrate ninth wedding anniversary

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    South African rocker Francois van Coke and his wife Lauren Badenhorst are celebrating nine years of marriage. Both took to social media to honour the occasion.

    Badenhorst wrote, “Happy 9th Wedding Anniversary my life! ??? Ek hou nog vas (I’m still holding tight)”


    “9 Jaar#marriedlife @laliewild forever,” wrote the lead singer of Fokofpolisiekar and Van Coke Kartel on his personal Instagram.

     

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    They tied the knot in 2012 at the Old Mac Daddy out in Grabouw. Keeping up with their alternative image, the bride walked down the aisle to the tunes of an electric guitar played by Van Coke Kartel guitarist Jedd Kossew.

    Nine years later, the pair have two children and are still rocking together.

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    Celebs who have officiated at other famous people's weddings
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    Celebs who have officiated at other famous people’s weddings

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    Your marriage officer is an important part of your big day. After all, they’re the ones who make it all legal! It’s not unusual to ask a close family member or friend to officiate a wedding day, as in some parts of the world it’s quite easy to become an ordained minister.

    When you’re famous, it just makes sense to have a fellow star officiate your big day. Here are the celebrities who have stepped into this prestigious role for their Tinseltown mates.

    Adele

    Musician Adele put her smooth voice to another use and officiated the wedding of her best friend, comedian Alan Carr and his partner Paul Drayton back in 2018. She also served as entertainment for the day and serenaded the wedding party.

    “We’ve known her for ages, and when we told her we were getting married, she said, ‘Can I please plan the whole day for you?’” Carr said. “She organized everything. She’s the most kindest, sweetest, most generous person ever.”

    Kris JennerIt seems there is nothing Kris Jenner cannot do. The mogul has officiated multiple weddings, including best friend and “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Faye Resnick to Everett Jack Jr., as well as the wedding of The Vampire Diaries star Colton Haynes and Jeff Leatham in 2017.

    Tom Hanks
    All-around good guy Tom Hanks officiated the wedding of Get Out actress Allison Williams and Ricky Van Veen. At the time, Hanks’ wife Rita Wilson played Williams’s mother on the show ‘Girls’ and was already involved as a performer on the big day. Williams made it a family affair by asking Hanks to officiate.

    Jonah Hill
    Actor Jonah Hill officiated the superstar wedding of Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine and Victoria’s Secret model Behati Prinsloo back in 2014. The pair were childhood best friends and remained close in their adulthood.

    “Jonah was hysterical. He was telling so many jokes, but then in the middle would be so sweet and sincere,” a guest told E! News.
    Jimmy KimmelJimmy Kimmel put his hosting duties to good use and officiated not one but two celebrity weddings. First, he officiated Matt Damon and wife Luciana Barroso’s vow renewal in 2013, then he married Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux in 2015.

    Ian McKellan
    The X-Men star officiated the wedding of a close friend and fellow actor Patrick Stewart to singer Sunny Ozell in 2013.

    Rev. Run from Run DMC

    Legendary musician Rev. Run, also known as Joseph Simmons, from the iconic Run DMC officiated the wedding of Nicole Richie and Joel Madden in 2010.

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    Indian couple use QR card to accept wedding monetary gifts
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    Indian couple use QR card to accept monetary wedding gifts

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    The coronavirus pandemic has changed life as we know it, forcing us all to find contactless ways to go about our days and the wedding world is no different.

    An Indian couple recently went viral for their inventive way of accepting monetary wedding gifts. Instead of a cash donation, this couple asked wedding guests to scan the QR code of Google Pay and PhonePe on their wedding invite so that they can easily transfer money without physical contact.

    “About 30 persons had used the facility and gave cash as their wedding present,” said T.J.Jeyanthi, the mother of the bride. “This is the first time such a thing has been attempted in our family.”

    Besides being COVID-19 safe, this is also a more eco-friendly option as it eliminates the need for envelopes and cards. It also makes it so much easier for you to save money, as it is already in your bank account.

    Would you try this?

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