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October 2012

Flowers and their seasons 2 Emergency kit for brides 3 Perfect gown for your body shape 6 Bruidegom: Beplan jou uitrusting 8

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Flowers and their seasons

Good luck, bad luck Feeling nervous on your wedding day? Positive that something is going to go horribly wrong? Why not add a little good luck into the mix?

Here are a few traditions from cultures around the world that promote good luck and some that will help you avoid bad luck.

Compiled by Beaunice Mnisi

Compiled by Beaunice Mnisi

Source: http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/wedding-customs

Source: www.weddingflair.co.za (supplied by Kloof Florist)

Available all year round Roses Lillies Chrysanthenums (Daisies) Carnations Baby’s Breath Gerbera Germini Calla Lillies November to February (Summer) Sunflowers Alstromeria

March to April (Autumn) Autumn Leaves Orchids Proteas May to August (Winter) Proteas Orchids September & October (Spring) Freesias Tulips Daffodils Ranunculus Delphinium Snapdragons Sweetpeas Anemones Iris

1. According to Greek culture, a sugar cube tucked into the bride’s glove is lucky.

The sugar will sweeten the union.

2. The English believe a spider found in a wedding dress means good luck.

3. In English tradition, Wednesday is considered the best day to marry. It dates back to an old nursery rhyme. According to the same rhyme Monday is for wealth and Tuesday is for health.

4. The reason the groom traditionally carries the bride across the threshold is to bravely protect her from evil spirits lurking below.

5. Although Saturday is the most popular day to marry, according to English folklore it’s the unluckiest day to have a wedding.

6. In Hindu tradition, rain on your wedding day is considered good luck.

7. For good luck, Egyptian women pinch the bride on her wedding day.

8. Middle Eastern brides paint henna on their hands and feet to protect themselves from the evil eye.

9. A Swedish bride puts a silver coin from her father and a gold coin from her mother in each shoe to ensure that she’ll never do without.

10. A Finnish bride traditionally went door-to-door collecting gifts in a pillowcase, accompanied by an older married man who represented long marriage.

11. A pearl engagement ring is said to be bad luck because its shape echoes that of a tear.

12. A sapphire in a wedding ring is a symbol for marital happiness.

13. Aquamarine represents marital harmony and is said to ensure a long, happy marriage.

Interesting wedding ring facts:

1. Engagement and wedding rings are worn on the fourth finger of the left hand because it was once thought that a vein in that finger led directly to the heart.

2. About 70% of all brides have the traditional diamond and wear it on the fourth finger of their left hand.

3. Priscilla Presley’s engagement ring was a massive 3 1/2-carat rock surrounded by a detachable row of smaller diamonds.

4. Diamonds set in gold or silver became popular as betrothal rings among wealthy Venetians toward the end of the fifteenth century.

5. One of history’s earliest engagement rings was given to Princess Mary, the twoyear old daughter of Henry VIII. 6. In the US seventeen tons

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7. Snake rings dotted with ruby eyes were popular wedding bands in Victorian England. The coils winding into a circle symbolized eternity.

Wedding ceremony facts: 1. In many cultures around the world the hands of a bride and groom are tied together to demonstrate the couple’s commitment to each other. This is where the phrase “tying the knot” originated.

2. Princess Victoria established the tradition of playing Wagner’s “Bridal Chorus” during her wedding procession in 1858.

3. The bride stands to the groom’s left during a Christian ceremony, because in the past the groom needed his right hand free to fight off other suitors.

5. Bachelor parties were first held by ancient Spartan soldiers, who kissed their bachelor days goodbye with a raucous party.

Keep one step ahead of emergencies!

On your big day millions of things can go wrong.

Just keep calm and make sure you have your very own emergency kit to quickly rummage through.

The essentials listed below can be packed into a medium-sized make-up bag or tote and will ensure you (or more likely your mother or maid of honor) can deal with any personal emergencies that arise.

Compiled by Retha Nel

Sourced from http://wedding.theknot.com

Essentials:

• Disprin/Grandpa/ Compral headache tablets • Band-Aids • A bottle of water • Chalk (to cover up last minute smudges or smears if you’re wearing white) • Clear nail polish (to stop stocking runs) • Safety pins or small silver pins • Your favourite breath mints or gum • Extra earring backs • Extra stockings • Hair pins or scrunchies • Wet-wipes/waterless hand sanitizer

•Matches/lighter • Mini sewing kit • Sello-tape • Small scissors • Straws (to keep the bride hydrated without smearing her lipstick) • Spot remover (a tiny bottle of Vanish is perfect) • Tissues • Mini nail kit (tweezers, a nail file and clippers) • A small mirror • Perfume • A comb/brush • Extra cash (just in case) • Lil-lets or Always Ultra • Superglue Extras: Make sure to pack an energy bar, Snacker, Jungle Oats bar or bite-sized snack to keep the bride’s blood sugar up. For summer/outdoor weddings pack a small bottle of sun block and extra water.

BRIDAL FAIRS CALENDER 2012 EVENT Summer Bridal Fair

DATES 7 Oct 2012

LOCATION Amanzingwe Hartbeespoortdam

Compiled by Beaunice Mnisi Source: www.bridesdiary.co.za

TIMES

MORE INFO

See Website

www.amanzingwe.co.za

Zevenwacht Mall Bridal Expo

2 – 4 Nov 2012

Zevenwacht Mall Cape Town

Oakfield Farm Bridal Expo

26 – 27 Jan 2013

Oakfield Farm Muldersdrift

Fri: 10:00 – 17:00 Sat: 09:00 – 17:00 Sun:10:00 - 17:00 10:00 – 17:00 daily

NWJ Bridal Show

1 – 3 Mar 2013

Durban Exhibition Centre

TBA

www.nwjbridalshow.co.za

Canal Walk Bridal Fair

1 – 3 Mar 2013

Canal Walk, Cape Town

TBA

cheryl@cwe.co.za

Bridal Indaba

2 – 3 Mar 2013

Indaba Hotel, Fourways

Wedding Expo

6 – 7 Apr 2013

The Coca-Cola Dome

Wedding Whiz Exhibition The South African Wedding Show

18 – 19 May 2013

Sandton Convention Centre Cape Town International Convention Centre

7 – 9 June 2013

09:00 – 17:00 daily 09:00 – 17:00 daily 09:00 – 17:00 daily TBA

cheryl@cwe.co.za www.bridalexpo.co.za

www.bridal-indaba.co.za www.wedding-expo.co.za info@weddingwhiz.co.za www.weddingwhiz.co.za www.thesaweddingshow.co.za

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Summer weddings

Compiled by Retha Nel Source: www.theknot.com

The hot summers in the Lowveld don’t have to be a reason not get married in the summer months. Get creative and use the heat to your advantage. Here are some tips to plan the summer wedding everyone will enjoy.

Dos & Don’ts Never hold a summer wedding in the middle of the day. Rather hold a late afternoon or early evening wedding for cooler weather.

If you’re having an outdoor wedding make sure there is enough shade available or move your guests under a marquee tent for the reception. Find out if you can hire misters or fans to keep your guests cool.

Keep your guests hydrated: Put out sink baths filled with ice and a variety of water and drinks near the reception area or dance floor. Get the bar to serve wine or fruit smoothies instead of traditional cocktails.

Starter: Fruit skewers with a trio of sorbet (coordinate the colours with your wedding colours). Main course: Sliced roast beef and chicken with a vegetable platter and a variety of salads – potato, greek, coleslaw.

Dessert: Amarula ice cream with chocolate sauce If you’re planning to party late into the night, remember to set out late night snacks or arrange with a caterer to bring out platters of finger-foods at around 22:00.

Decor Use bright summery colours or opt for cool blues, purples and greens. If you decide on a picnic theme use red and white check patterns for table cloths and echo that in your napkins or string a line of flags overhead or around the edge of the marquee tent.

Use plain bright table cloths with plain white or cream plates and add patterned napkins or use patterned table cloths with plain, brightly coloured plates and cream or white napkins.

For an unusual centrepiece place votive candles in small vases or Consol jam jars or arrange a variety of seasonal fruit on platters or in vases for summery, edible centrepiece on the tables.

Food Serve lighter food like fresh fruits and vegetables or consider packing picnic baskets for each couple or group.

Make up

Table menu

Wear light, nude shades with a pink lip colour or echo one of your wedding colours by wearing a bold eye shadow or lip colour. The wedding party should remember to apply a good layer of sunscreen to skin that will be exposed to sun. Brides can wear a foundation or powder that contains SPF. Hand out small bottles of sunscreen or mosquito repellent to guests or place them around the reception area.

Picnic menu

Hair

Pack a picnic basket with: one or two types of cheese/cream cheese or spreads, a few types of crackers or toasted French bread, small containers of salad, gourmet sandwiches, small chicken or beef pies andcookies, petit fours or small slices of cake for dessert. Instead of picnic baskets, you can also create a buffet table from a large slab of wood balanced on wooden barrels or crates. Guests can then create their own meals in takeaway containers or wooden plates.

In the hot Lowveld climate updo’s like buns/chignons or curls pinned up messily are the easiest way to keep cool.

If your hair tends to look flat, choose a hairstyle that will create height like curls. For unruly or frizzy hair braid the hair loosely or tie up die upper half of your hair in ‘n bun or French braid and leave the rest silky and loose.

Confetti For a more traditional confetti use rose petals or normal confetti.

Providing small viof bubble mix for a fun element to the beautiful on photoalso a green alternative.

als guests add wedding and look graphs. Dried herbs are

Favours Sending guests home with a small thank-you gift has become tradition. Tie the gift in with the theme.

With a picnic theme place a tiny basket with chocolate, truffles or cookies on each plate or engrave a wine glass with a thank you message. Alternatively give each guest a nicely wrapped piece of wedding cake or a bundle of herbs they can plant at home.

Add an extra special touch to refreshments When deciding what put on the tables at the reception most brides only think of table settings and centerpieces. But it is important to remember to put water or juice out for guests who don’t drink alcohol.

Add an extra special touch with personalized water and juice labels.

A favourite is a picture of the bride and groom as well as a message of thanks to guests. Get creative and order different labels for different tables or put personal messages to friends or family on the labels.

Guests are sure to remember the occasion long after it’s over because

Attire

of that bottle of water or juice that they took home.

Oasis Tzaneen in the Central Mall (old Checkers centre) offers a personalized label service as well as a range of fruit juices and water. Visit them at their shop or contact them on 015 307 2504 to find out more.

Make sure that you won’t end up hot and sticky in your wedding dress. Choose light fabric, like silk, or opt for a shorter skirt. Consider changing into a cocktail dress or sheath for the reception/dancing.

A crisp linen suit and leather sandals will ensure the groom also feels cool and comfortable.

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Winter weddings

Compiled by Retha Nel Source: www.theknot.com

Winter is one of the best seasons to get married in the Lowveld. Take advantage of the mild temperatures and hold a morning or mid-day wedding. Evenings with their colder weather can offer its own enchantments.

Here are some tips to plan your perfect winter wedding.

Dos & Don’ts

Food

Decor

Make up

Heavier fare, like soups, roasted meats and stews will warm up the guests.

Consider serving Glühwein or sherry at the start of the reception to warm up guests.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with colour. Choose summer colours like yellow and lime green to create a tropical oasis amid the cold of winter.

Warmer autumn shades of browns, reds and yellows can create the illusion of warmth or cool whites and blues can transform the reception area into a winter wonderland. Use a variety of candles arranged on a platter, in bottles or floating on water as centrepieces.

It will add a bit of romance and warmth to an evening wedding reception.

W i t h cooler weather heavier make up won’t make you feel stuffy. Try matching your eye shadow with the wedding colours or keep your eye shadow understated and wear a bold lip colour.

Make your reception cozy by creating a special lounge area with couches, throw pillows

and throws.

Don’t hold your wedding in a big hall because they tend to be draughty and you don’t want guests leaving halfway because of the cold. Serve drinks like tea, coffee and sherry to keep waiting guests warm. Make sure that guests will not be freezing in the church or reception area. For smaller receptions, a cozy area with a fire crackling in the hearth will warm guests up faster.

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Winter weddings Hair

In winter hair can be left loose without the bride getting hot and irritated. Try doing tiny braids all over your head to create texture or wear it in big loose curls. Braiding a few thin ribbons into your hair in a colour corresponding with the wedding theme.

Table menu

Attire Just make sure that you buy a wrap or jacket to keep you warm if your wedding dress is sleeveless or shortsleeved. Choose heavier fabrics like silk satins or heavier laces that will absorb your body heat. Wear closed-toe shoes with stockings if the weather turns colder, don’t brave the cold with tiny, delicate sandals. The groom and his party can wear matching scarves if the weather turns cold, otherwise a traditional suit with a shirt to match your dress will keep him warm enough.

Choose confetti that fits with the wedding’s theme.

If it’s a vintage wedding use rose petals or if it’s a winter wonderland give guests white rice to symbolise snow. For an unusual confetti use dried peas or potpourri.

Confetti

Starter: Butternut/ Pea and h a m s o u p with croutons Main course: Side of beef/lamb or roast chicken, roasted potatoes, mixed vegetables with cheese sauce and a garden salad.

Dessert: Decadent chocolate or velvet pudding served with cream or custard on the side.

Arrange with the caterer for extra platters of finger foods for guests who plan to dance late into the night.

Warm guests up with a mug of hot chocolate and shortbread cookies or warm jam doughnuts.

Favours Send your guests home with a piece of delicious frosted fruit cake wrapped in a small packet or a small bottle of Glühwein with a thank-you message attached.

Perfect gown for your body shape Compiled by Beaunice Mnisi Source: www.theknot.com

Ball Gown

Is ideal for short or tall not too fleshy women.

The most traditional of all categories, the ball gown is typified by a fitted bodice and waistline that lead to a very full skirt.

Empire

Is the perfect dress type if you’ve got a baby bump, anywhere from four to nine months along. This is also a great choice for those women with a boyish waistline.

The hallmark of the Empire-style gown is a high waistline (right under the bust), which falls to a slimmer skirt.

A-Line or Princess

An A-line or Princess shape is cut close to the hip with a slight flare at the hem (creating an A-shape) and is ideal for taller and petite women.

Sheath

is the perfect fit for petite women. The slim sheath silhouette closely follows the lines of the body elongating it and creating the illusion of height.

Mermaid or Trumpet

A body-hugging silhouette that flares below the knee ideal for full-figured, voluptuous women with a well-endowed bust and curvy hips.

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What else can go wrong?

Compiled by Retha Nel

Weddings are delightful events filled with scandals, where Murphy’s Law reigns supreme. To keep your wedding from turning into a nightmare, here are a few tips to handle the most frequent emergencies.

Extreme heat In the Lowveld the chances are good that your summer wedding will take place on a scorching hot day. Make sure to hire extra fans or check that the reception hall has working air conditioning. Buy enough drinks and ice to cool down guests.

Rain If you get married in the rainy

Have a destination wedding Most brides try to make their wedding unique with interesting decor or an unusual ceremony. Why not try a destination wedding?

Situated on the banks of the Blyde River Canyon and surrounded by the Drakensberg Mountains in the Lowveld of Limpopo, Moholoholo Ya Mati is the perfect venue.

Get married in the beautiful chapel, enjoy delicious meals in the restaurant and experience a night in the rock and thatch chalets.

For slightly larger receptions, a white marquee tent can be placed on the beautiful grounds, sur-

rounded by green lawns and majestic Jackalberry trees.

To add a touch of Africa to your wedding, photos can be taken on a game drive vehicle, near a termite mound or acacia trees, with a variety of animals.

Their well-trained staff will see to guests’ every need and ensure that the wedding party enjoys a relaxing, stress-free day.

With service of the highest quality, no task is too

big or small.

Extra accommodation can easily be arranged for family and friends in Moholoholo or nearby lodges or bed and breakfasts of the wedding party’s choice.

Let them help plan and share in the experience of a magic destination wedding.

For enquiries or assistance contact Marisa at the Moholoholo Ya Mati head office on 084 511 3000 or 072 191 2024.

season, check the weather frequently. If there is a chance for rain, make sure the ceremony and reception can be moved indoors. Also provide extra umbrellas for guests.

Unexpected extra guests Always prepare for two or three extra guests by ordering extra chairs, place settings and food portions. This will also come in handy if anything rips

or breaks at the last minute. Or if the bride miscalculated the number of guests...

Photographer cancels Always make sure there is a friend of family member with a good camera on standby in case the photographer cannot make it. Asks guests with cameras to bring them with and send you the pictures afterwards.

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Die dasspeld en mansjetknope:

Die twee bykomstighede kan ook (soos die sakhorlosie) oulike geskenke van die bruid aan die bruidegom wees. Jy kan ook dit laat graveer om dit ‘n meer persoonlike geskenk te maak.

Die knoopsgatruiker:

Kies iets wat by die res van die ruikers pas, maar ook by jou persoonlikheid pas. Jy kan selfs die ruiker afhaal as fotos geneem word, sodat, al gaan die keuse van ruiker uit die mode, die foto’s tydloos is.

Die sakhorlosie:

Vir ‘n vintage troue is ‘n sakhorlosie die perfekte bykomstigheid om ‘n tikkie elegansie aan die troupak te gee. As daar nie so ‘n erfstuk in die familie is nie, kan die bruid altyd een aan haar bruidegom gee wat eendag ‘n erfstuk kan word.

Vir ‘n stylvolle bruidegom Compiled by Retha Nel

Bron: www.trouinspirasie.co.za

Tussen al die troureëlings en mooi-maak deur word die bruidegom baie keer afgeskeep.

Alhoewel die kollig grotendeels op die bruid val is dit belangrik dat die bruidegom ook op sy beste lyk.

Alhoewel die bruidegom meestal in ‘n troupak trou, is daar soveel verskillende snitte, kleure en materiale beskikbaar dat ‘n troupak geensins vervelig hoef te wees nie. Laat die bruidegom sy stempel afdruk op sy uitrusting deur stylvolle bykomstighede te dra.

Die juweliersware:

Moenie bang wees om op jou troue ‘n ring, oorbel, kettinkie of armband te dra. As jy dit gewoonlik dra kan die spesiale juweliersware ook ‘n interessante kwaliteit aan jou uitrusting verleen. Maak net seker dat dit van goeie kwaliteit is of dat dit sentimentele waarde het.

Die sakdoekie/”pocket square”:

So ‘n sakdoekie is die ideale manier om die kleure van die bruidsrok, ruiker of trouklere te weerspieël.

Die das: Die das kan elegant of speels wees en ook gebruik word om die troupak en die bruidsrok bymekaar te laat pas. Daar is ‘n verskeidenheid dasse om van die kies: breed, smal, strikdas of selfs ‘n krawat.

Die lyfband:

Jy hoef nie by die klassieke bruin of swart leer te hou nie, maar maak seker dat jou lyfband en skoene nie met mekaar bots nie.

Die band hoef nie dieselfde kleur of styl as die skoene te wees nie, maar maak seker dat dit stylvol is.

Skoene en sokkies:

Kies interessante skoene om die troupak op te kikker soos ‘sneakers’ of dansskoene.

Vir ‘n somertroue kan elegante sandale ook ingespan word.

Wat sokkies betref, kies ‘n paar kleurvolles of met interessante patrone wat af en toe onder die broekspyp kan uitloer.

To register or not to register Wedding couples are often in two minds when deciding whether to ask guests for a money donation or to set up a gift registry at a shop.

Although money is always useful, a registry will ensure you get a lot of items you need and will go a long way towards furnishing your house.

Be smart if you decide on a gift registry and register at a shop that is affordable for all your guests. After you’ve decided, don’t just wander around in the store or tick all the boxes for things you wish you had but aren’t practical. Do a stock-take of what you as a couple have and what you still need then go register.

When registering make sure that guests will not be able to buy the same item twice to ensure that you don’t end up with four of the same salad bowl. Also pick a wide variety of gifts to ensure that guests with tight budgets and those with money to spare will find something they can afford.

Here are a few items that will always come in handy: Compiled by Retha Nel

Source: http://www.theweddingsource.com/content/registry-checklist.htm

Dinnerware:

• neutral/special occasion dinner set • coffee or tea set, • fruit bowls.

• slow cooker • stand mixer • mini food chopper • popcorn maker • waffle iron.

Serving dishes:

Bakeware:

• casserole dishes • platters • set of salad bowls • cake plate • chip-and-dip server • serving tray.

Cutlery:

• serving spoons/forks • cake server • salad tongs • knife sets • knife sharpener • steak knives • cutlery set

Glassware:

• pitcher • martini glasses • champagne flute glasses • wine glasses • ice bucket with tongs.

Kitchen:

• cookbooks • coasters • spice rack • storage containers • dishcloths/towels • spoon rest.

Appliances:

• Blender • bread machine • smoothie maker • coffee maker • food processor

• cake pans • cookie sheets • measuring cups and spoons • mixing bowl set • muffin pans • pizza pan.

Cookware:

• fondue set • pressure cooker • frying pans • wok

Gadgets:

• bottle/can opener • grater/peeler/zester • pizza cutter • kitchen timer.

Linen:

• tablecloth/napkins • duvet cover • sheets/pillow cases • throws • rugs • throw pillows • bath towels • hamper.

Furnishings:

• clocks • candles and other small accent pieces • framed art • vases • TV trays.