31 Aug'19!!!! The highlight of my 27 years on earth. I can pin down a few very memorable things about the day but nothing will bring back the emotions and THAT feeling. From the moment I set foot on the venue I made a promise to myself "Enjoy every single moment, things will go wrong, embrace it and move on" and that's exactly what I did. We started off by doing my hair by the VERY best Rene and just sharing emotions and thoughts with my bridesmaids- they all got married before me. Being part and seeing them get ready for my big day was such a pleasure. The joy on their faces! "My Bridesmaids look absolutely stunning"was the thought that crossed my mind- when they were done.Rene from Ultimate Glamour started with my make up (He worked His magic on all of us). I was not allowed to look at my make up after he was done. He then started to unpin all the pin curls from earlier and I still remember this perfect curl falling over my beautiful lace gown and I just knew that I'm going to look like an absolute goddess. The moment Rene finished with my hair and the picture was complete he did a reveal and I was in awe! It was everything and more I ever wanted! Perfection, flawless....
Relaxing a bit it was time to get dressed. I dressed all my Flowergirls (3) and Bridesmaids (3). It was officially time for me to get dressed. During the course of the morning I was SO relaxed and suddenly my heart starts beating so fast. The moment is here, the moment I've been waiting for! It's me, the designer and my mother in the bridal room. Yes I'm doing a reveal!
The very best Diaan Daniels dressed me in my custom made Diaan Daniels Couture Wedding gown!
From slipping my foot into my dream shoes from Jimmy Choo (my dress was designed to match my shoes), to fasting the glass/crystal button on my dress- that moment was MAGICAL!.
The moment arrived to do my reveal! For months I kept my dress a secret to everyone and now it's my time to shine! My audience were amazed and SURPRISED me with tears, giggles, wow, hugs and laughter!
I'm standing behind big wooden doors. I can hear my guests. I'm leaning to the one side peeping through the leaves at my guests- very relaxed UNTIL Ruelle -I get to love you starts playing! Tears rolling down my cheeks and shivering legs yet a BIG smile. After my Flower girls and Bridesmaids made their entrance it was my time. The wedding March starts playing on a bag pipe (No I'm not Scottish), and the BIG wooded doors are being opened in front of me. It's difficult to put one foot in front of the other. I quickly gazed through my audience and my eyes fall on my beautiful soon to be husband ,walking towards him. Everything from here one doesn't matter now, I'm with him.... jokes.
Time for photo's- we enjoyed to laugh together, to hold hand and I still remember my HUSBAND whispering in my ear while we were taking photos "Forever" Our Photographer Isabel from Kreativ Photography and Design was s professional. Our photos came out beautiful!
We graciously opened the dance floor with a Waltz on the well know song from Calum Scott and Leona Lewis -You are the reason.
Every single moment was captured by heart!
Yes we did.
We left the Monday 2 September '19. We went to Ambre Resort, Belle Mare in Mauritius . What an idyllic Island.
We took an All Inclusive package and it was worth every cent.
Our package included:
-Couple Messages at the spa
-Bottomless boat trips and water Activities
-All drinks and Food were included in our package and the hotel had a different Theme every night and prepared food accordingly.
-Dinner on the beach
And MUCH more!
Will I go back?
Tomorrow!
Elegant & Sophisticated was the look I was going for.
Wedding Shoes (tick)
Wedding Dress (no tick)
Early in January '19 I already had my dream wedding shoe,I had 1 rule, my shoes must compliment my dress- no dress but an Idea. I went to a couple of well known designers and eventually found my match. From the word go I fell in love with Diaan from Diaan Daniels Couture. He knew exactly what I wanted and every single fitting was an absolute dream. My Exclusive Jimmy Choo's matched my dress perfectly and were visible .
I could make changes/suggestions and Diaan guided me and together we made this DREAM wedding Dress a reality.
Rene From Ultimate Glamour did my hair and make up. Such a talented soul. His bubbly/ friendly personality is what sold me when I went for my trail. He knew exactly what I wanted and mastered the look in no time! Make up: smokey eye, brown fading into a glitter . from a clean canvas to a masterpiece art work!
Hair: I showed him a couple of photo's and my dress (yes he was the only one that knew what my dress looked like) and together we decided on something big. Lots of volume and soft curls. He is such a PRO
Shoes: Like I mentioned my shoes were from Jimmy Choo's exclusive collection. I got them as an engagement gift. It was a "see through" toe with crystals and diamonds.
Lingerie: I wore a bra's and Things lace gown while I was busy getting ready, and other lingerie was also from Bra's and Things
Jewellry: Del Coursy Collcetion: Abby Road Earrings
Pandora: my very special Pandora bracelet with very specials charms on them.
Diaan Daniels is an accomplished wedding gown designer who has been flourishing in the industry for 25 years.
I strive to achieve the best look suited to my client, not only keeping them on trend but timeless at the same time.
We Got married at Lavandou Wedding Venue in Pretoria. We venue accommodated around 30 guests and other guests stayed over at guesthouses around the venue : Villa Amor & Ndlovu Lodge
I am very focused on nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.
I trained 4-5 a week with the help and guidance of the very best Monique fit. She is one of the best trainers in South Africa!
My skincare routine did not really changed I just added a few more treatments as advised by my therapist. Months prior to the wedding I did a couple of laser sessions to remove pigmentation caused by the sun. I also did 3 dermpen sessions and a TCA Chemical Peel. My face looked absolutely flawless
The decor and flowers for the wedding was very soft. The colors I choose was a very light blue, dusty pink and a Campaign gold. the table setting was long tables'
The selection of flowers I choose was: hydrangeas, roses, gyp, asparagus fern, eucalyptus, blushing brides, orchids, delphiniums and if the florist decided to add something she could. It was very soft, elegant and complimented the theme I chose. The decor on my tables was a campaign under plates with a dusty pink and soft grey runners , lots of candles over (290) and big standing vases with ball flower oasis standing on the tables.
I rented a big love sign for infront of the Bridal table form Lawn Games and my florist did flowers
Groom wore a navy and black suit from Alexa der Fine attire in Randburg. The suit was tailor made for the groom. He chose the material and design of the suit.
The groomsmen clothes were from the Woolworths Trenery range. They wore navy trousers, white shirts and custom made flower bowties.
The Groom and Groomsmen all wore the same shoes,belts and pink polka dot socks.
Bridesmaids wore custom made dusty pink Tulle dress from Shene Vyver Couture. We took all my pictures and ideas and designed the most beautiful soft flowing dresses.
Flowergirls wore princess ball gowns also made and designed by Shene Vyver Couture
We got married by Maartin Bezuidenhout one of the Pastores from Encounter Church in Centurion
Our amazing photos were taken by Isabel from Kreativ Photography and Design with the second shooter from Poembox Photography. We love their style!
The videographer was Vlakvark Production.
Together they worked as a team to capture all out special moments
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Lavandou prepared the Starters, Main Course and Dessert.
Cake: Mandy from Anah Fudge
I made all my stationary myself. My photographer designed it and I did all the printing etc
Our Venue had an in house DJ.
We took dance lessons. As a dancer I wanted something special so we decided on a waltz. The choreography was done by Izak Smith from Lifestyle dancing.
We opened the dance floor with a waltz from Calum Scott and Leona Lewis-You are the reason
Make your first dance, as husband and wife, unforgettable with a specially choreographed dance to your choice of music.
Make your first dance, as husband and wife, unforgettable with a specially choreographed dance to your choice of music.
I strive to achieve the best look suited to my client, not only keeping them on trend but timeless at the same time.
Diaan Daniels is an accomplished wedding gown designer who has been flourishing in the industry for 25 years.
Looking for a one stop shop who will capture your wedding day beautifully from beginning to end? VlakVark Productions is the answer!
