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Joaquin Valverde 2nd May 2017
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5 Romantic Wedding Trends

5 very romantic S.A wedding trends

So you are at the point where you are looking for ideas to make your ‘special’ day exactly that, something ‘special’ and different. Well, you may be interested in some pretty unique ideas that are trending in S.A. weddings right now? In this article we focus on particularly ‘romantic’ themes, assuming that you’d like to make your day trendy but in a traditional way, where love is still at the centre and you’re not going ‘over the top’ diving off some bridge in a tandem bungi!

So, here are 5 very romantic S.A wedding trends:

  • Poetry weddings – Shakespeare, Shelley, Byron and Keats may all be quoted on the day, or more in keeping with an S.A. theme, Afrika, Clegg and Bosman …in speeches, on table napkins and even in the ceremony itself, so that your love is magnified though the beautiful words of those who have so eloquently expressed themselves. The theme can extend to dress and decor and can be simplified (or modernised) by simply quoting romantic song lyrics too.
  • French cuisine and ‘Boule’ – Go entirely French, with an outdoor setting, serving canapé’s and French champagne and organise your guests into teams to play ‘Boule’.

Also known as ‘Petanque’ it is a French game where heavy balls are tossed nearest to the jack on any outdoor surface. It is fun and elegant. Complete the scene with a French accordion player and you will feel the romance of France coursing through your veins.

  • Going green weddings – as global warming threatens us and preservation of the planet is at the fore, it is a romantic notion to ‘go green’ for your wedding. It poses great ideas for dress, decor, healthy foods and even an eco friendly venue can be sought like Valverde Eco hotel and wedding venue in Johannesburg. Serve organic wines and have unplugged entertainment.
  • Vintage weddings – These are popular and very romantic. The Bride arrives in a vintage car, Beautiful flowers, timeless decor, beautiful scrolls for wedding invitations, old miniature penny farthing bicycles and bird cages for table centrepieces. The Bride, Groom and bridal party dress ‘Gatsby’ style or even further back to any romantic bygone era. These are always stylish affairs.
  • Breakfast at Tiffany’s – Even more stylish in many ways and certainly different, is this movie themed morning wedding. A must if the romantic couple want to get away to an early honeymoon (Choose a venue close to an airport). Glass tables, Tiffany chairs, long stemmed cigarette holders and the classic, stylish look of the forties, all contribute to this fashionable and very cost effective theme, as it is essentially a lavish breakfast, so many of the heavier costs of an evening function can be eliminated.

All of these 5 romantic S.A. wedding trends can be accommodated and professionally carried out at one of South Africa’s premier wedding resorts – Valverde Eco Hotel and Wedding Venue. Contact us to arrange it all and ensure that your ‘special’ day is truly unique.

If you want to unfold the secrets of how to organize your wedding like the wedding pros, click here to download our ultimate wedding planner. Written by Pamina, the owner of Valverde, after nearly 15 years in the wedding industry and having hosted over 1200 weddings at Valverde.

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Preserving Wedding Memories
Joaquin Valverde
Joaquin Valverde 2nd May 2017
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Preserving Wedding Memories

 

4 Ps to help preserve your precious wedding memories

Your very special day comes and goes before you know it. There are so many important aspects to consider to ensure it is a memorable experience, but probably none more so than the preservation of the shared memories of the occasion. This means the photography is so vital, as only through this are these precious moments captured forever. This article deals with a few aspects of the photography that really need to be considered.

 

How do I absolutely ensure my wedding photos will be right?

Here are four photographic ’P’s that you may want to remember when planning the wedding:

Professional Photographer – Make sure the Photographer you hire is not only a professional, but also proficient in wedding photography specifically. Uncle Harry may be the best photographer at parties and picnics, but don’t entrust him with this vital task. Even Professionals need to understand some of the particular aspects of wedding photography which are…..

Plan the shoot – Many people look at their wedding photos and think “What a pity we didn’t get that, or “so and so is not in any of the pictures!”…. Don’t make this mistake. Use a photographer that will plan the shoot with you to include everybody who is present and every expected important moment.

Pair with the right place – ‘Perfect places make perfect pictures’ – This is something that every great wedding Photographer knows. He needs to be familiar with the surroundings and the various photo opportunities the venue offers…. and of course any great wedding venue has perfect photo opportunities – varied settings that offer beautiful backdrops to your most treasured portraits.

Prepare a backup plan – Rainy days, wind and overcast conditions can all be unexpected and unwelcome when you need to take perfect pictures! Have a backup plan by ensuring that your chosen venue has great indoor photo ops too. Even go one better and give yourself a potential second chance. Valverde for example offer a free photo shoot opportunity after the wedding for those who may want to return on a sunny day!

You only get one shot at capturing the occasion on the day it happens though. The spontaneity and magic of the moment can never be revisited, so book a venue that can pair you with a preferred wedding Photographer and use these tips to ensure you reserve your precious wedding memories!

For more advice on how to organize the perfect wedding click here to download our Ultimate Wedding Planner.

 

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