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Sipho ‘Psyfo’ Ngwenya and Amirah Mirah tie the knot

November 27, 2020 No Comments

TV host/ musician Sipho ‘Psyfo’ Ngwenya and his girlfriend Aamirah Mirah tied the knot in an intimate wedding ceremony this past weekend, attended by family only.

The pair met in 2017, dated for two years, and got engaged on August 9, 2019.

Sipho and Aamirah shared pictures of their intimate wedding where everyone was wearing white. They had their beautiful ceremony on top of a hill at Aamirah’s hometown.

Sipho posted: ‘Officially Mr and Mrs! I could not have wanted a better partner to do this with. I love you very much Mrs Ngwenya’.

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Aamirah went full-on with beautiful pictures and a heartwarming caption.

“Good people ? This past Saturday (21/11/2020), was the most beautiful day of my life. I got married to my best friend on top of a mountain, in my home province and I don’t have all the words to express how happy and in love I am with this man who has been so committed and loyal to me.

She added: “I have many interesting and funny stories to share about our special day. Overall, I can’t believe we did it mate.”

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The brid,e who wore unconventional black and white pants suits and sneakers, also posted pictures of the family and the setting of the wedding.

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Man arrives at wedding with six pregnant women in his arms

November 26, 2020 No Comments

Nightclub owner from Nigeria Mike Eze-Nwalie Nwogu, also known as ‘Pretty Mike’, attended a friend’s wedding and he turned his plus one to a plus six by rocking up to the ceremony with six pregnant women on his arm, claiming he’s the father of all the kids.

Mike shared a video on Instagram of them all together in their wedding attire and shows off their baby bumps, one following the other.

He captioned: ‘PM and his six Baby Mothers to be… no film trick, we are just living our best life. #ABetterTime #HappyHome #Familyiseverything #babybum.’

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After Mike shocked everyone with his appearance, he posted another video on Instagram with four of his women. He asked people to suggest a name for his lifestyle.

‘This is a short Preview to my next post, a vibe on a different level,a Happy vibe,Suspense vibe,Scary vibe and a Thrilling lifestyle…….. Plus there will be a 100k giveaway to the person that comes up with the perfect name to this my lifestyle, and the only way to win, is to have the most likes and comments underneath the name u suggest #LagosZaddy #HusbandMaterial #PabloCubanaReLoading #AbetterTime.

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In Do's And Don'ts

Colours to avoid wearing as a wedding guest

November 25, 2020 No Comments

As you look through your closet trying to find the perfect dress to wear to a wedding, there are some things that you need to be mindful of.

Never mind the style of your outfit, it is basic etiquette to avoid certain colours.

If you are not sure what those are, here are five colours you should avoid wearing.

White

80% of brides wear white to their wedding, and it’s important that a bride stands out on her special day. You do not want to look like you’re trying to upstage her. Only wear white when the bride has specifically asked guest to.

Glitter (gold or anything metallic)

If not white, the bride I most likely to wear a champagne-coloured dress, which you won’t know until you see her.

To stay on the safe side, avoid ensembles that are predominantly gold or champagne-colored.

The color the bridesmaids wear

If you can, ask the bride for a heads-up on what color the bridesmaids’ dresses are so you won’t look like the one that wasn’t included.

If you don’t know the bride or any of the bridesmaids, use the wedding invitation as a clue—usually, an invite is designed to match a wedding’s colour palette.

Overly bright colours

Again, this could mean that you want the spotlight to be on you. Imagine rocking up wearing a neon dress. When choosing a bright colour, consider the season and where the wedding is going to be held.

Denim

This colour (fabric) comes across as too casual for a wedding. You can get away with wearing denim if it is a denim jacket as a coverup for a cold-weather event.

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Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello celebrate fifth wedding anniversary

November 23, 2020 No Comments

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello celebrated their fifth wedding anniversary on November 22, 2020. In honour of their special day, they both took to social media to share moments from their Palm Beach, Florida wedding.

Joe shared a video of them taking their first dance and captioned it ‘Happy Fifth Anniversary mi amor.
I love you so much’.

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Sofia posted four pictures on her Instagram page and kept her message to her husband short and sweet. ”Feliz 5th anniversary !!!@joemanganiello ❤️❤️❤️you!’.

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It was love at first sight for Joe when he first met Sofia at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in May of 2014.

The pair got engaged on Christmas Day in 2014 after dating for six months, and they officially became husband and wife on November 22, 2015.

They had a luxurious wedding of 400 guests at The Breakers Palm Beach resort in Florida. Out of the celebrities that attended, Reese Witherspoon and Pitbull were there and the singer brought the heat to the dance floor with a performance.

Vergara wore an ivory lace-brocaded custom Zuhair Murad gown and accessories in Lorraine Schwartz jewelry as she walked down the aisle.

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In News

Bride, groom and dozens of wedding guests test positive for COVID-19

November 20, 2020 No Comments

Weddings have become sites of super-spreader events amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, couples and guests continue to ignore safety regulations.

Mikayla and Anthony Bishop had their wedding in October 2020 and almost half of their guests contracted the COVID-19 virus. When Mikayla was walking down the aisle, she immediately noticed that despite her provision and distribution of masks, almost no one was wearing one.

Two weeks after the wedding, 32 of the 83 guests that attended the wedding had tested positive for the virus, including three of the couple’s grandparents. She and her husband, Anthony, also contracted the virus.

“I didn’t think that almost half of our wedding guests were gonna get sick,” Mikayla told the Washington Post. “You’re in the moment. You’re having fun. You don’t think about covid anymore.”

On the venue’s Facebook page, photos of the wedding decorations and safety measures were posted. In the first photo, there is a basketful of hand sanitizer bottles for guests beside a container holding disposable white masks.

In a statement, a spokesperson for Brian Kruse, the recreation director with Blue Ash Parks who oversees the venue where the wedding was held, said the facility had signs indicating guests must wear a mask and are to consume all food and beverages while seated, among other precautions.

On the day of the wedding, it was only the couple’s grandparents who wore masks at all times, yet they tested positive for the virus, and two spent time in the emergency room with severe symptoms.

The couple experienced symptoms on their honeymoon. Soon, they started getting calls about more and more guests testing positive. They decided to tell their story in hopes of warning others against holding large weddings.

“Every single day we’re getting a call. Oh here’s another person. Here’s another person. Here’s another person,” Mikayla said. “And it starts to take a toll on you.”

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In Legal & Administration

Paperwork to complete after getting married in South Africa

November 19, 2020 No Comments

In South Africa, there are only three types of marriages that are recognised by the law. Those are civil marriages, customary marriages, and civil unions.

Whichever marriage you are going to register under, there is a protocol to follow and there are specific documents and forms to submit to the Department of Home Affairs.

When you enter into a civil marriage or civil union, the marriage officer will issue a handwritten marriage certificate free of charge at the ceremony, but you will have to apply for a copy of the marriage certificate from the Department of Home Affairs. Your first abridged marriage certificate is free.

After your wedding, it is advised that you report within two to three days of the marriage taking place but with customary law, you can take up to three months to have it legally registered.

You must go to your local marriage officer with all the necessary documents and ensure that they are certified.

What do you need?

– Fingerprints (left thumbprint) of the bride and groom

-Three ID size photos (preferably in colour) of the bride

-Three ID size photos (preferably in colour) of the groom

-Certified copy of the bride’s green ID or Passport

-Certified copy of the groom’s green ID or Passport

-Certified copy of the ID with the address and telephone number of the TWO witnesses

-Proof of residence

Pro tips

– Purchase a small stamp pad for the purpose like those used in Trodat stamp pads

-Keep tissues handy (to wipe fingers, not tears!)

-Take fingerprints and collect all documentation at the wedding rehearsal and NOT on the wedding day

– Make sure that you have all the necessary paperwork, photos, and fingerprints before the wedding commences

– Go change the names on passport and ID documents as soon as possible

-It is convenient to have the last will and testament and all other legal matters concluded at the time of the marriage.

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In News

Missy Elliott surprises woman and pays for wedding dress

November 19, 2020 No Comments

Finding your dream dress is always a special moment, but when it’s out off your price range that dream turns into a nightmare. Luckily, this bride was able to get her gown thanks to an unlikely celebrity source.

A woman went on social media and posted about an A-line dress from David’s Bridal with floral details and removable neckline sleeves that she fell in love with, but also mentioned that she could not afford it.

“I’m getting married in March and trying to move home,” Twitter user Ireanna wrote. “Excited but overwhelmed. I saved some money, but it’s still a struggle. I found the dress of my dreams and want to have it so badly, but come in saving for the move, I don’t think it will be possible.”

She then asked her followers to consider donating to her Cash app to help make her dream come true. Out of the people that the tweet reached, Missy Elliot responded with: “Congratulations early on. God bless you both with an unbreakable Union full of love and happiness”.

Im getting Married in March &trying to move into our own place. Excited but overwhelmed. I have been saving money; but its still a struggle. I found my dream dress and I want to get it so bad but between saving for the move- i dnt think it will be possible….. pic.twitter.com/OO6GftGZbK

— I R E A N N A (@mynamesireanna) November 17, 2020

Ireanna was overjoyed about Missy’s response and invited the star to her wedding. Missy responded by telling her that she has paid for her dress.

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It seems that the iconic singer has a heart for charity as another Twitter user commented that Missy has paid for her dog’s surgery.

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Itumeleng Khune and Sipphelele Makhunga celebrate first anniversary

November 18, 2020 No Comments

Itumeleng Khune and Siphelele Makhunga have reached an exciting milestone. The Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper and his beautiful wife have officially been married for one year.

The sports star ‘put a ring on it’ in 2019, but they have been a couple for three years.

“3 years of loving each other down, Forever to go. Happy Anniversary my love?” Makhunga wrote on Instagram to mark their two special anniversaries.

While he didn’t make a post of his own, Khune commented of his partner’s post: “Here’s to more years wifey.”

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The pair have a nine-month-old baby together.

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In Advice

Unity ceremony ideas that you can include in your wedding

November 17, 2020 No Comments

Your wedding day is the one day that you get to live out your fantasies. All the things you dreamt of when you were young can come true on this special day.

A unity ceremony is not necessary if it is not what you want, but it might be an option that’s the perfect fit for you and your partner, whether you’re looking for something religious, historical, or sentimental.

What is a ‘unity ceremony’?

A unity ceremony is a symbolic ritual intertwined with the wedding ceremony. They are meaningful rituals performed during your wedding to represent becoming a union.

Normally, a unity ceremony allows for other family members to participate as well, furthering its meaning and representation of two families joining together.

Light A Candle

This one is the most traditional and common option, so it’s perfect for couples who want something a bit more classic. Before the ceremony, three candles are placed on the altar: two taper candles and one large candle—the “unity candle”—in the middle. At the beginning of the ceremony, a member from each family – traditionally the mothers – lights one of the taper candles before you exchange vows.

Take A Shot

If you and your partner like taking the time to appreciate your drinks or want an excuse to calm the nerves in the middle of your ceremony, you could go straight for taking a shot of your favorite alcohol. This will have a deeper meaning for both of you.

Unity sand

This is a ceremony that is best when the whole family does it. The idea behind the sand ceremony is that, when poured together, the grains of sand will blend, and they are not easily separated from one another. You can use coloured sand, or sand from meaningful locations.

Love letters

The most sentimental ceremony hands down, is the love letters. The couple would have written love letters to each other, they take these and lock them in a box with a bottle of wine and some wine glasses.

They are only allowed to open the box on their first anniversary, share the wine, and read the letters you wrote for each other.

Jumping the broom

In this old wedding ceremony tradition, the couple hast heir hands bound together before they jump over the broom, which signifies leaving their single lives behind and jumping into their new married future together.

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In News

Two men may have legally married to party with 100 people

November 13, 2020 No Comments

Across the world, countries are enforcing social distancing rules and regulations to protect citizens amid the COVID-19 pandemic. In Queensland, one of their rules for social distancing is currently specifying that you can have a public or private gathering of up to 40 people.

According to a Snapchat story that is now circulating online, two friends came up with an idea to abide by the rules and still party, and it appears that they legally tied the knot so that they could party with 100 of their friends.

Two pictures from the big day were posted on Brown Cardigan’s Facebook page, showing one attendee of the wedding who couldn’t believe they were actually witnessing a legal wedding.

The two men held hands during the ceremony as a the officiant conducted the ceremony. What happened before and after this image remains a mystery.

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