Uniquely Yours

Did you know that many ladies are going for more non-traditional rings? A few trends have made their debuts and have shone brightly. The lovely Callen, owner of C. Jade Jewellery, spoke with me about the new engagement ring trends and some advice for couples going through this exciting process.   2023 has started, and this year is the year! Callen has seen a significant shift towards the less traditional gem choices. “Diamonds will always...

The Start of Forever

Almost every girl dreams about their wedding. When the day finally arrives, all your dreams come true. We meet three lovely brides as they tell us about their special day.   Ashley Beth Duggan VENUE Haycroft. It was the first one I visited, and I was stunned. It is so magnificently beautiful, and the staff and their service are truly second to none. I have always wanted to get married in either a chapel or...

Let’s Walk Down The Aisle

Planning your dream wedding can be stressful, especially when you want everything to be perfect. One major aspect of a wedding is the venue and sometimes it’s almost impossible to find the right one so, we have this beautiful and magical venue that could make your dream wedding come true. The Groves Contemporary, elegant and romantic, The Groves’s beautiful events venue is set in the rolling hills of the Caversham Valley in the sought-after Midlands....

I’m such a wedding person. I love weddings and anything to do with them. And when I heard about these two totally unconventional weddings – I was so excited to share them with you all.   LET’S GET MARRIED IN 72 HOURS JARED + STORM OPPERMAN Have you ever heard of an engagement followed by a wedding a mere 72 hours later? Well, you’ve officially heard it first here! Jared and Storm Opperman got engaged...

Forever & Always

From young love, to happily ever after. We celebrate the auspicious union of our very own FabMags team member. A hearty congratulations to Mr and Mrs Erasmus!   The Venue We chose The Hatchery as our venue, and we wouldn’t have changed ANYTHING! It was such a relaxed, fun vibe, not only for the wedding but also for our family reunion. Both of our families live so far away; it was perfect for us to...

My Small Wedding

Featured image: Behn Photography    We might have been in a lockdown, but these couples still enjoyed gorgeous, intimate weddings.   Tania & Kegan Govender Tania and her now hubby were meant to get married in Johannesburg with 150 guests, but the COVID-19 lockdown meant that they had to re-think their special day or save the large celebrations for a later date. This beautiful couple said their “I do’s” at Colisheen’s Drive-Through Wedding Venue. We...

Let’s Get Hitched – Expenses Ditched!

Many weddings are ludicrously expensive and are sometimes just a big show to flaunt your wealth (or the bride’s parents’ wealth, that is). But here in laid-back KZN, staying unpretentious and keeping affairs intimate and unique is what we’re all about. So here are some top tips to avoid bankruptcy this wedding season. If you’ve ever watched “Say Yes to the Dress”, you’ll be familiar with the exorbitant cost of a wedding dress — even...

Dream Wedding Venues

Maroupi    Nestled in the lush rolling hills of the North Coast, Maroupi is a family-owned and operated wedding venue that is as picturesque as it is professional. Just a short distance away from the hustle and bustle of Ballito, the tranquil and expansive Maroupi gardens provide the ideal backdrop for your special day. Not only are you allocated a professional wedding coordinator throughout your planning and on the wedding day itself, but you will...

Wedding Feature: The Meyers

Wedding ceremonies range from absolute extravagance with the heaviest price tags, right to unorthodox options with Middle-Eastern influence on traditional themes. However, I find that the most memorable weddings are the ones filled with meaningful signatures, a relaxed bride, and a grateful groom… The Dress I had been to all the shops that I could think of and I couldn’t find anything that I liked, after setting my sights on a huge princess-style dress. I...