SA Bride

15/06/2024

17/02/2024

Situated just outside of Klein Brak River on the Garden Route is an old abandoned power station that might have caught your eye as you sped past.

"Captured this stunning shot of nature reclaiming an old abandoned building. The way the trees are intertwined with the decaying structure is simply breathtaking. It's a powerful reminder of the beauty of nature and the resilience of life. 🌿🏚️"

07/12/2023

27/11/2023

Absolutely stunning photos by Ruth and Co Photography
Book them for your next shoot

11/09/2023

07/03/2023

Wow! Stunning offer! ❤️

22/02/2023

Come visit us at Drosberg this weekend, we are giving away some pretty amazing prizes.
See you soon.
www.bephotography.co.za
www.ruthandco.co.za

16/11/2022

Black Friday Flash Sale!
R16 999
Offer valid till 18 November 2022

10 hour wedding photography and filming on your wedding day
600+ photographs
3-5 minutes highlights video
15X15cm fine art album
Complimentary Engagement Session
Travel and accomodation within a 150km radius from Brackenfell included.

05/07/2022

Check out this giveaway! ❤🔥

01/06/2022

Winter Special!!!
Book 2 Nights and the 3rd night FREE
Valid from 1 June until 31July 2022
Follow link here https://book.nightsbridge.com/24207

26/04/2022

Schaftplaas and BE Photography is hosting a wedding competition of note - check out their page for more information.

Schaftplaas go big or go home!! Make your wedding a memorable one.
❤

19/04/2022

Welcome to our first contestants.
Let the voting begin!
Those of you who have not entered yet - hurry we can't wait to upload your story!
We now have 3 exciting prizes for our loyal followers:
1. Schaftplaas wedding venue to the value of R20,000 for 80 guests, decor and furniture and 8 a hour
photography package from BE Photography to the value of R16,000.
To keep things interesting we will announce the 2nd and 3rd prizes at random during the next 2 week. So be sure to watch this space!
How to enter:
Email us a picture of the happy couple entering our competition with a short letter why you think you should win our prize. Email to [email protected]
-Tag three brides-to-be who you know would LOVE this giveaway
-Share this post to your stories and timeline (don’t forget to tag us)
-Follow all sponsors on social media – Facebook and Instagram.
How it works:
-We will upload your photo and story to a dedicated album on our
page. Ask your friends and family to vote for you by liking your
picture on Facebook.
-Each like counts as a vote.
-The person with the most likes will win.
-Competition closes 14 May 2022 11:55am.
The winner will be announced 15 May 2022 at 12pm.
Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.
Schaftplaas wedding venue for free
Schaftplaas Décor and furniture for 80 guests
BE Photography 8 hour photography package
My Wedding Tribe online gallery
T&C Apply
Flowers and catering at your own cost.
Prize is valid till 31 October 2022

13/04/2022

Schaftplaas just launched your Dream Wedding! Don't miss out!

We now have 3 exciting prizes for our loyal followers:
1. Schaftplaas wedding venue to the value of R20,000 for 80 guests, decor and furniture and 8 a hour
photography package from BE Photography to the value of R16,000.

To keep things interesting we will announce the 2nd and 3rd prizes at random during the next 2 week. So be sure to watch this space!

How to enter:
Email us a picture of the happy couple entering our competition with a short letter why you think you should win our prize. Email to [email protected]
-Tag three brides-to-be who you know would LOVE this giveaway
-Share this post to your stories and timeline (don’t forget to tag us)
-Follow all sponsors on social media – Facebook and Instagram.
How it works:
-We will upload your photo and story to a dedicated album on our
page. Ask your friends and family to vote for you by liking your
picture on Facebook.
-Each like counts as a vote.
-The person with the most likes will win.
-Competition closes 14 May 2022 11:55am.
The winner will be announced 15 May 2022 at 12pm.
Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.

Schaftplaas wedding venue to the value of R20,000
Schaftplaas Décor and furniture for 80 guests
BE Photography 8 hour photography package to the value of R16,000
My Wedding Tribe online gallery

T&C Apply
Flowers and catering at your own cost.
Prize is valid till 31 October 2022

10/04/2022

Welcome Willem Christiaan Events to https://www.facebook.com/sabride.co.za
Willem will be sharing some words of wisdom with us.
Willem will also be featuring in our brand, https://www.facebook.com/TheLifestyleMagazine1SA
Follow My Wedding Tribe and Willem Christiaan Events for the next article, coming soon.

S T R E T C H T H A T B U D G E T‼️ 📣…

Say YES to a BUDGET wedding!💵

5 Ideas for Making Ends Meet on the Big Day

There are a number of things you need to keep in mind when you decide to get married. In this economic climate, it's important to have a budget, plan properly and stick to it. Unless you're lucky enough to be a descendant of royalty, you have to stay very focused on what you need, first and foremost, before overspending on the sort of extravagance that will push that budget into the red.

1. Less can be More

The most important cost-determining factor is the size of your invite list. Gone are the days where inviting the every teacher from primary school, along with their pets, was considered a necessity. It's your special day, and you want to spend it with the people closest to you. No one can blame you for cutting costs where necessary.

I keep reminding my couples that the first real thing your guests will notice, is their allocated set placement. No need to over-pack. Nice-to-haves like detailed name tags or gift boxes are optional, rather spend on your cutlery & crockery, they will definitely see and feel the difference.🎁

Keep your stationery as limited as possible, don’t add items that won’t be needed like menu cards if it is not a plated menu option, rather do a personalised gift box with initials and a “thank you” message - something that guests will remember for a long time.🧧

2. Do-It-Yourself🛠🛍

I always love to bring in a personal touch done by my couples (DIY) or multi-purpose stationary like confetti in a bag, on this bag you can include your day program & small message from “us to you” with your preferred bio-degradable confetti.

What about a Thank you gift with the essential wedding details and a welcome message OR detailed floral design for that photobooth you wanted but did not fit in your budget.

3. Don't Lose Sight of Your Vision👀

Powerful advice I can give is to create a detailed mood board of what you like. An easy-to-use option to save it is something like Pinterest. Your wedding planner will sit with you and run through and give options and opinions, keeping trends in mind.

From choosing your colours to décor, it is an exciting time but don’t go off-track and forget your initial vision. If you feel that you are pressured to add something just because it's trendy, rather fall back on your initial ideas. You should genuinely love every little detail chosen for your big day.

🔴Limit your Wedding vendor List & do your homework before making that booking!

4. Do Your Homework📖📚

Research your desired wedding vendors and do your homework before making that booking! Most wedding vendors require a 50% non-refundable deposit that can cost you a few bucks if you haven't done the basic background-check on the vendor. Come on, it's so easy in this day-and-age! Go on social media and ask around. Google them🖱💻. Ask your wedding planner for reliable suppliers, the last thing you want is that a photographer that doesn’t pitch up! Yes, it happens more than you know.

Speaking of a photographer has to be one of the first vendors you want on the list. Remember those memories will last forever in digital form. Make sure to receive a full description of what will be included in the specific packages they offer.📸

5. Timing is Everything!📆⏰

We all know that venues have special package prices for certain days of the week. Out of experience I have seen that most venues have specials during winter months as well as specials on Fridays and Sundays. Something to consider when making your booking for that special day. There are roughly 15 summer Saturdays each year. Sure, you want a Saturday, but what if it's half-price on a Sunday? Think about that.

When selecting your perfect venue, make sure to find out what is included in the package to limit your rental list on things like cutlery and crockery etc. Pictures and video tours are a great way to understand the flow of the venue, but nothing beats an in-person visit to ensure there aren’t any hidden flaws regarding the flow and spaces that needs to be filled.🌄🌆⛪️

The last thing to consider is to have a wedding planner or on-the-day coordinator, easing the painful planning process and allowing you to just focus on enjoying your special day.



About Me👦🏼

Like a phoenix, rising from the ashes, Willem Christiaan Events was born out of the devastation left behind by COVID-19. It created the room for someone who is willing to go the extra mile in order to see nothing but smiles on the faces of their clients.

I'm Willem Oosthuizen. I'm passionate about seeing people's dreams come to life and I love bringing people together. The expression of joy in a social gathering is one of life's great treasures. Every part of your special celebration is just another step in our amazing journey together. We'll shape your event as we get to know each other.

My aesthetic is trendy yet elegant, with great attention to detail and purpose behind every design decision. I love using natural materials with earthy and rustic appeal, but I also enjoy adding glam and gloss where necessary. In my designs, I work with what's in season and combine that with what’s functional and beautiful at the same time. Let your event be unforgettable with the hues and movement of amazing lighting.

I'm here to walk my clients through planning and design from conception to conclusion. No detail is too big or too small to handle. I love getting to know our clients and each design is a unique reflection of the client's personality. The entire process is one-of-a-kind, as no two events are alike. Most importantly, I aim to make the experience fun and memorable.

Let me tell your story...

24/03/2022

Schaftplaas the perfect weekend wedding getaway in Langebaan. Go check them out!

Foto geleenthede om van te kies en keur tussen Schaftplaas se pragtige natuurskoon, eie perde, veteraan voertuie, en in die lente ook ʼn kleurvolle blommeprag.

21/02/2022

Absolutely beautiful!
Reposted from The most beautiful setup at one of my favorite venues Absolutely loved this wedding!

31/01/2022

Reposted from ＢＲＩＥＬLＡ Bridal Go-To-Girl] Can’t wait to share more of this gorgeous bride 😍

Bride:
Hair & Make-up: ＢＲＩＥＬLＡ Bridal Go-To-Girl]
Photographer:
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31/01/2022

She's beautiful!
Reposted from By far the cutest flower girl we've EVER seen!😍⁠
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What do you think about including your pets on your wedding day? ⁠
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Tag a dog lover in the comments👇

31/01/2022

Reposted from A Monday mood board to start off your morning⚡⁠
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A colour palette full of tones such as earthy browns, beiges, taupes and sandy creams. What a calm yet romantic vibe! ⭐⁠
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A neutral palette is a timeless one and seems to make any wedding just a touch more elegant. ⁠
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Tag someone this reminds you of 👇⁠

31/01/2022

Reposted from Nicolette Weddings] Just love this jungle of flowers and lights

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31/01/2022

Wow, stunning work! ❤
Reposted from An English garden theme for our big horse race in Cape Town happening today, the Cape Metropolitan Stakes for one of my favorite clients. Vanilla cupcakes, floral buttercream flowers and edible wafer paper butterflies. Made with butter from my favorite dairy . Their butter is incredible and allows me to color the buttercream to obtain realist colors. Thank you to .cakes and for inspiration

31/01/2022

Reposted from Hi My name is Marilize and I started fijnbos from home. I am a work from home mom to a gorgeous boy, wife to the love of my life and obviously I LOVE flowers! Please like and share our page with friends. I hope you all have a wonderful Friday!

30/01/2022

Stunning design by