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Abilene Chetty

Married on Dec 20, 2018 in Gauteng

 

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How did your love story begin?

 

Our story began so unexpectedly but filled with so much fun and realness.
We met at a Youth Ending Outing Event and it was a moment that captivated us both.
Once we met we just knew we were meant to be.
From there on wards we progressed rapidly as we knew we were meant for each other.
I could call it a fairy tale but I like to believe mine is way better!

Tell us all about the proposal.

 

My charming Prince swept me away on a Gondola cruise on a sunset summers afternoon.
It was thee most romantic setting you could ever imagine, rushing wind through my hair, clashing of the waves as the tide came in and thee most beautiful sound of the violin softly playing in my ear.
Whilst the water gushed onto the gondola I heard a noise and when I looked to the bottom I saw a bottle with a rose and note in it.
As I read the heartfelt letter there he was on one knee and so politely asked the question "will you marry me"

It was truelly an unforgettable moment.

Magical Moments

 

The Highlight of our memorable day was that we pulled off a 400 guest wedding in Krugersdorp which was a beautiful success.
My day started off by being surprised by my Husband to be with an airline ticket with no destination until further notice.
We had a scorching day indeed but everyone had a thrill of a day.
I sang a romantic love song as I walked down the aisle to my Darling Brady.
We opened the reception with a fantastic entrance choreographed by the Ithemba team and us of course which left the crowd speechless.
It was a phenomenal priceless day indeed.

I loved every moment of it.

The Honeymoon

 

We did go on Honeymoon to Cape Town (well so I thought), But when we got to the airport I was blind folded and surprised by my Husband to a Honeymoon in Paradise Isle Mauritius. It was indeed something to brag about and my first overseas trip, I was beyond amazed and overwhelmed as to how everyone kept it a secret for so long.

Wedding Gallery

 

My Special Day

The look I went for was traditional
So long veil, hair up but loose light make-up and your ball gown wedding dress.
Simple jewellery and shoes.

However I wanted to switch it up at reception by completely changing my look

So I was blessed with another Gown by Jazmins Bridal
Opened up some of my curls from the up-style
put on some blinged sneakers
brightened my makeup
got rid of the veil
and was ready to have a funfilled time at the reception.
Hairstylist- Red Fudge
Jewellery- Swarovski
Wedding Gown - Jazmines Bridal
Makeup- By Micheala Kanan

The Venue

Monte Vista Wedding Venue
Our guests nearby at Sunset Manor Lodge
Immediate family stayed at the venue

My Bridal Beauty Regime

I must admit it was amazingly stunning
I was pampered with thai massages , mani and pedi, facials and the worx

Wedding Elements

Topiary - Letters A heart B
Stage backdrop - KMS
Flowers - Guida Gonsalves
Decor and Lighting- Monte Vista

My Groom And His Groomsmen

They wore suits with waistcoats
The lazer company had customised accessories made for them from bowties to cuff links
They also wore Happy socks

Beautiful Bridesmaids

I wanted a classy look for my Bridesmaids
Their dresses were flawless in rosegold from YDE
Jewelley and shoes their own choice

Make-up by Micheala Kanan
Hair soft curls

Marriage Officer

We had the honour of being married by our Senior Elder Pastor Thamo Naidoo from Gate Ministries Sandton

My Captured Moments

Mighty Fine Productions

We were privileged to have Belrie, JC and Sabastian.
They did an extremely amazing job and we couldn't be more grateful at their unique skills and creativity styles.

The Wedding Planner

Yes 2 infact :)

1. Monte Vista - Melissa
2. Outlandish Events - Ishrat

Wedding Transport

Everyone went out of their way to ensure their transport needs were covered by other family and friends seeing as it was 400 guests.

Food & Cake

We had 2 people who prepared the food being the venue Monte Vista with the light fries and starters and the main course being Mutton Masala breyani by Pravesh from KZN.

The wedding cake was done by Serina Jagesur - Fancy Creations

Wedding Stationery

Macian - Sanjay Jeevan
The Laser Company