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Elegantly Minimalist Durban Backyard Wedding

August 2, 2021 | riley

There’s something about backyard weddings that we find oh-so-romantic–especially when the venue is a home with significant meaning to the couple. After getting engaged in November 2020, Abi and Brad knew they didn’t want to wait to tie the knot. So the couple said “I do” in a minimalist Durban wedding two months later at Abi’s childhood home.  With the help of Just Peachy Events SA, the couple transformed the backyard into an elegant ceremony […]

This Moody Autumnal Johannesburg Wedding Has Some of Our Favorite Modern Details Ever

August 29, 2019 | juliette

After 9 years of dating + a 15-month engagement, highschool sweethearts Simone and Drew threw the most epically romantic Johannesburg wedding at Inimitable! The couple dreamed of curating a day that felt more like a huge party than just a wedding. With the help of their planner, Zavion Kotze Events Company, they made that dream a reality with sophisticated decor, a moody autumnal color palette, and whimsical details. If we had to pick one favorite detail, it […]

Organic Meets DIY in This South African Copper and Burgundy Wedding at The Grove

August 24, 2019 | juliette

Lauren and Fred’s copper and burgundy wedding at The Grove was a DIY masterpiece! The couple brought in organic textures, pretty blooms designed by Blooming Pretty, greenery installations, and all the rustic details. They even paid homage to the groom’s career as a plumber by using copper piping to create signage and table numbers! The bride’s Anna Georgina was truly a sight to behold, giving off majorly sophisticated vibes while still looking effortless combined with a messy braided updo. We […]

Every Detail of This Organic Wedding at Emily Moon River Lodge was Lovingly Crafted and Sourced from Around the World

June 10, 2019 | juliette

Ashleigh and Emmanuel’s special day at Emily Moon River Lodge was essentially a master class in creating DIY wedding magic! After changing their plan to marry in Morocco, the couple found this incredible venue in South Africa and immediately fell in love with the details, the energy, and the beauty that surrounded it. Then they hand-crafted and curated every single element, from the dried flowers to the feathers to the coconut welcome drinks, ensuring that their love […]

Simply Elegant Cape Town Villa Wedding at Maison Noir

May 10, 2019 | juliette

The elegance of Maison Noir and the natural beauty of Cape Town were on full display in Caroline and Patrick’s gorgeous wedding! Happinest Weddings helped the couple bring organic sophistication to life with stunning white orchid floral arrangements created by Bouwer Flowers, minimal and modern decor, and greenery galore — all of which played up the inherent beauty of the venue. Nothing was over-the-top but everything we visually stunning. We adore the bride’s chic BHLDN x Jenny Yoo gown, which […]

This Minimalist Rustic Montpellier Wine Estate Wedding Included the Sweetest Foot-Washing Ceremony

April 28, 2019 | juliette

Imari and Jacques’ gorgeous Montpellier Wine Estate wedding was intimate, heartfelt, and full of swoon-worthy moments! The couple invited only 60 of their closest family and friends to celebrate their special day, which gave them the opportunity to pour so much love and care into every detail. The bride, who owns the woodworking studio ARK Workshop, made jars of honey and wooden spoons for each guest, served food on custom serving boards, and even made the light […]

This Bold De Uijlenes Nightjar Wedding Got Its Rock and Roll Edge from Tattoo-Inspired Designs

February 27, 2019 | juliette

Michelle and Neil’s homegrown, DIY wedding at De Uijlenes Nightjar had an unexpectedly edgy twist that we just can’t get enough of! This uber-creative groom made every detail, from the posters to the menus to the wine labels, then the talented planners at Kraak put it all together into a laid-back, outdoorsy affair that felt just like going to a friend’s house for a dinner party. But it was the edginess of the hand-drawn designs combined with the […]

This Cape Town Boschendal Wedding is an Absolute Color Explosion

January 7, 2019 | juliette

Inspired by their travels to Japan and South America, as well as the bride’s artistic upbringing, Andrea and Simon’s wedding day was unlike anything we’ve seen before! To say their design was floral-forward would be an understatement as Fleur le Cordeur created some of the most magical ceiling and wall installations, table garlands, and bouquets ever. And, with the entire palette of the rainbow at their disposal, these are some of the most colorful and whimsical floral […]

Utterly Romantic Pastel Western Cape Wedding at Montpellier de Tulbagh

December 3, 2018 | juliette

Carmen and Paul’s South African wedding at Montpellier de Tulbagh was an unforgettable celebration of love, family, community, and the start of a life-long journey! The couple wanted their wedding to feel like a bohemian-inspired al fresco affair, which they accomplished with the help of their planner at I Do Box. Using a palette of pastels, the prettiest seasonal florals designed by Anli Wahl, and twinkle lights galore, they mixed laid-back, boho vibes with upscale, elegant details that looked […]

The Plant Venue Co was The Perfect Spot for These Urban-Loving Architects to Tie the Knot

November 21, 2018 | juliette

Tanya and Louis’ wedding at The Plant Venue Co was not only a celebration of their new life together, but was a love letter to the city and to the people they hold dear. As architects and creative spirits, they gravitated to non-traditional spaces that allowed them to truly personalize the feel and the energy of their day. For the ceremony, Tanya and Louis chose The Plant Venue Co warehouse, which provided a raw, industrial, and simple backdrop to […]