Piece of Cake Weddings

20/06/2024

A beautiful setting for Maissa and Swann’s wedding reception.✨

Elegant centrepieces, ample sparkly lights and hanging greenery garlands set the tone for this auspicious affair!

19/06/2024

Congratulations, you are engaged! 💍

Now for the first big step – Choosing your wedding venue!

Not only is choosing the perfect site an important step in planning, but the venue is also one of the most important parts of the big day. The rest of your wedding plans will be influenced by the venue: including vendors, decor, and even attire.

Your venue can set your party’s tone and ultimately impact the entire event, no pressure, right? Don’t stress, we have got you covered!

We are very familiar with the capabilities of a space, the layout, and the time and items you’ll need to really transform it!

Here’s what you need to think about when choosing the perfect space:

✨Set a budget: Determine how much you can afford before searching for venues.

✨Guest list: Finalize your guest list to ensure the venue can accommodate everyone.

✨Location: Consider a venue close to your home or a scenic location for a destination wedding.

✨Capacity: Ensure the venue can hold your guest list comfortably.

✨Amenities: Check if the venue offers catering, and audiovisual services.

✨Ambiance: Choose a venue that aligns with your wedding style (e.g., formal, rustic, or beachy).

✨Reviews: Research the venue’s reputation and read reviews from previous couples.

✨What is Included: Some venues are full-service, and include or sometimes exclude things like tables, chairs, and linens.

✨Backup plan: Ensure the venue has a contingency plan in case of unexpected weather changes (if outdoor).

✨Visit in person: Schedule a site visit to get a feel for the space and ask questions.

With the influx of Pinterest weddings, a lot of couples choose venues based on the style of a wedding they fell in love with online. But, it’s important to ask yourselves what feels authentic to you two as a couple, and to choose a space and a design that’s a representation of who you are.

19/06/2024

The number-one secret to a stress-free wedding day? Scheduling ample time for you and your wedding party to get ready.

By including enough prep time in the wedding-day schedule, you’ll arrive at the ceremony venue relaxed and ready to go—with plenty of time to spare. ✨

Our top tips for getting ready on your Wedding day:
🤍Plan ahead: Schedule your getting-ready timeline to ensure ample time for hair, makeup, and dressing.

🤍Choose a quiet space: Select a peaceful area for getting ready to minimize stress and distractions.

🤍Eat and hydrate: Fuel up with a light meal and stay hydrated to maintain energy and focus.

🤍Relax and breathe: Take moments to calm your nerves and enjoy the experience.

🤍Have a support system: Surround yourself with loved ones, like your bridesmaids and mom, for support and encouragement.

🤍Consider a first look: Plan a first look with your partner to share a special moment before the ceremony.

🤍Savour the moment_: Take time to appreciate the details and memories being created.

🤍Be present: Enjoy the journey and don’t stress too much about perfection.

🤍Smile and have fun!: Embrace the joy and happiness of your special day!

Remember, the getting-ready process is a significant part of your wedding experience. Embrace it, and cherish the moments with your loved ones!

19/06/2024

18/06/2024

POV: You are dreaming of a Sushi station at your wedding!

Once you’ve finalized your wedding venue and date, we can start chatting about wedding caterers and thinking about the types of food you want to include on your menu.

The food at your wedding is undoubtedly one of the most important elements of the whole event. No matter which meal style you pick whether it’s a formal plated dinner or a cocktail-style reception the menu should reflect the two of you as a couple.

We always encourage a food tasting for our couples. At a tasting you’ll be able to try a variety of different cocktail hour bites, plated appetizers, entrées, and possibly even desserts. The tasting typically takes place weeks or months before the big day to allow plenty of time for any adjustments or changes to the final menu.

Think of your wedding and the food menu as inviting guests to the biggest dinner party you will ever host! Each bite of food should be memorable, unique, and downright delicious. 🥂

18/06/2024

A beautiful setting for Maissa and Swann’s wedding reception ✨

Elegant centrepieces, ample sparkly lights and hanging greenery garlands set the tone for this auspicious affair!

17/06/2024

POV: Natalie and Jon’s guest dining under the stars!

Al Fresco weddings are warm and welcoming, inspired by the home and family style dinners.

Initially part of the Cape vineyard scene, Al Fresco weddings are gaining popularity - achieved by the use of structures, open-air tenting, whimsical lighting, and long and elegant dining tables in any locale.

15/06/2024

If there’s one universal truth about weddings that every engaged couple needs to know, it’s this: No matter how many events you plan for the weekend, no matter how much you pack into your day, and no matter how carefully you strive to remain present, your wedding day will inevitably be over far too soon.

Here’s the good news: Your wedding photographer was hired specifically to preserve all of your most important memories, and their one priority is to capture every incredible moment and each carefully chosen detail so that you can relive the big day for years to come. 🤍

We adore these golden hour moments of Isabelle & James as captured by .

Golden hour magic:

The last hour before sunset and the first hour after sunrise are coveted by professional photographers. Referred to as “the golden hour” or “magic hour,” these times provide the perfect light to capture stunning photos. ✨



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13/06/2024

Think of your wedding and the food menu as inviting guests to the biggest dinner party you will ever host! Each bite of food should be memorable, unique, and downright delicious. 🥂

13/06/2024

13/06/2024

Think of your wedding and the food menu as inviting guests to the biggest dinner party you will ever host! Each bite of food should be memorable, unique, and downright delicious. 🥂

12/06/2024

|For Vivian and Wim|

Al Fresco weddings are warm and welcoming, inspired by the home and family style dinners.

Initially part of the Cape vineyard scene, Al Fresco weddings are gaining popularity - achieved by the use of structures, open-air tenting, whimsical lighting, and long and elegant dining tables in any locale.

This peachy pink-hued wedding, as created for Vivian and Wim set on the gorgeous grounds of Estate, is the perfect example and has officially stolen our hearts!!

Think: A Champagne tower, Golden serve-ware, sparkly fairylights, and al fresco dining tucked into a palette of pastel hues! ✨

07/06/2024

Whether you book a DJ, a string quartet, a jazz ensemble, a talented singer or a rock band, the music you choose for your wedding reception is the soundtrack for your entire gorgeous affair and something that you and your friends and family will remember for years to come.

We have some wonderful artists for you to choose from and cannot wait to share their details with you!

Expert tip: ✨Book the type of live music or DJ that speaks the overall style of your reception, and ensure that it’s music you both love and want to have as the soundtrack for such a monumental celebration and of course music that you can truly dance to all night long. This is your wedding, after all!

05/06/2024

Isabelle and James decided to take Al fresco dining and wrap it into their Secret Garden themed wedding day. The results (as set for an intimate summer garden setting for 23 guests) are nothing short of magical! ✨

With table settings infused with beauty and overflowing with megawatt floral details and all the soft, frilly textures you could ever want!

Classic pink and comforting apricot floral hues imparts all the romance and sunny warmth of the season.

As the sun set, the garden courtyard came alive with twinkling lights, and the celebration unfolded like a dreamy, fairytale romance. Revealing the most perfect reception setting with soft sunlight filtering through fairylight trellises and arbors, while delicate candles and fairylight curtains casted a warm, ethereal glow as night fell.

We adored everything about this warm pastel sorbet-coloured fairytale and of course the BIG fondness I have for you both!

04/06/2024

Your wedding stationery should always be part of the wedding decor and not an afterthought.

And don’t forget about timing…

📋When to get started with a stationery designer?

I typically like to get started on save the dates 10-11 months before the wedding, and 5-6 months for invitations. I always tell couples, as soon as you have a venue + date, we can start chatting! ✨

How Gorgeous are these table Menus as designed by ?

30/05/2024

A wedding cake should be two things: delicious and beautiful. ✨

Whether you envision a small one-tier treat or a towering showstopper, the incredible Arda from wadescakes always strives
to create a cake and desserts that tells a beautiful story!

Here are some advice when dreaming about your wedding cake:

Here are some wedding cake tips:

🎂Choose a flavour: Select a flavour that you and your partner both love, and consider the time of year and your wedding menu when making your decision.

🎂Consider the guest list: Make sure to order enough cake for all your guests, and have a plan in place for leftovers.

🎂Schedule a tasting: Many bakers offer tastings, which allow you to try different flavours and cake styles before making a final decision.

🎂Think about the design: Choose a design that fits your wedding theme and style, and make sure it’s feasible for your baker to create.

🎂Order a smaller cake: Consider ordering a smaller cake for display and serving sheet cakes to your guests.

🎂Make it personal: Add personal touches, such as a special topper or a cake that matches your wedding colors.

🎂Enjoy the process: Remember to have fun and enjoy the experience of choosing your wedding cake!

It’s your wedding, your cake, your day 🫶🏻🎂💕

30/05/2024

We adore a warm pastel flower palette! These colours evoke a sense of optimism and radiate warm, welcoming energy. 🌸

28/05/2024

Bursting in warm hues and eye-catching dimension, the gorgeous theme for Victoria & Byron’s wedding celebration was one for the books!