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South African Weddings: Wedding tips and advice to help you with your wedding plans: SA-Venues.com has collected a series of basic guidelines for planning the perfect Wedding from past Brides and Grooms who share their experiences and practical advice. Browse through their practical Wedding planning ideas and advice on planning the ideal wedding ... Happy Wedding Planning!

The All New Beautiful Butterfly Release:
So many couples get married every year and they are always looking for something new, something that will make their wedding different from everyone else’s. It always used to be about throwing rice, that was the traditional thing to do, but now it is all about releasing butterflies ... more » Butterfly Release
Finding Your Most Perfect Wedding Dress:
You have obviously made this the number one major focus while preparing for your wedding. There are so many things you need to find from bridal stores, and this does not even include looking at the gown. There are a few things you have to think about, and this includes ... more » Finding the perfect wedding dress

About Veils and Choosing One:

A veil is not compulsory for the bride to wear in all weddings; they may choose what goes best with the dress they are wearing. However, if you decide that you would like to wear a veil, there are mainly five different kinds you can choose from: Cathedral, blusher, chapel, elbow ... more » Choosing your Wedding Veil
Getting your Dream Dress at a Price that Fits your Budget:
Wedding dresses can be sold at some rather ridiculous prices, but of course many people won’t mind paying for it because it is a very special day and they have to look stunning, but as much as we would like to, some of us just cannot afford such expensive dresses. This may not ... more » The Affordable Wedding Dress
Beach Weddings - Advantages and Disadvantages:
Getting married to your lover on a warm beach listening to the waves crashing on the shore is a dream many people have and it is a stunning one too. Although, it does not have to be a dream and can be reality, especially in South Africa with it fabulous Cape Town beaches, there are a ... more » Beach Weddings

Choosing your photographer:

When choosing a photographer, ask to see an album that is from a single wedding. Many times, a photographer will make up an album of several weddings which includes their best pictures. (Just about any photographer can take a few great shots during an eight hour day!) Viewing a ... more » Wedding Photographers

Choosing a Wedding Dress That Best Suits your Figure:

The brides dress is often the biggest commotion of the wedding, besides all the planning and everything else that goes into the wedding, the dress is just as important! It is her big day and of course she wants to look absolutely fabulous. She wants something that is going ... more » Wedding Dresses that Suit

Music Details for the Wedding Reception:

Many couples like to have a mixture of music though, like when the guests are arriving, getting seated and also before dinner they might play soft music like a bit of pop, swing or classical and then when all the main activities are over and done with, dinner is finished and its party ... more » Music for the Wedding Reception

Wording on your Wedding Invitations:

The range of options when it comes to the wording of invitations has changed and is no longer restricted to purely formal. Get a professional Wedding Invitation specialist to assist you with your wedding invitations - they have the experience to assist in  making your invitations personal and special ... Wedding Invitations

Having a DJ Perform at Your Wedding:

Besides all the things such as, flowers, rings, caterers, the venue, wedding photographer, the wedding gown, cakes, and much more, you must know who is going to be performing at your wedding. Is it going to be a band or a DJ? Let’s settle with a DJ, if you consider a Disk Jockey, know that ... more » The Wedding DJ

What to Consider when Hiring a DJ for your Wedding:

When you are planning a wedding, or any other event for that matter, you have to ensure that the DJ is going to perform accordingly and keep your guests merrily entertained. There are a few points that need to be taken into consideration when you are looking for the company to ... more » Choosing the Wedding DJ

Being Creative with Wedding Ceremonies:

Wedding days are considered personal and it is a day that will be cherished forever. This means that your wedding ceremony should be special. This includes every part of it: the symbolism, the music and the readings. These should reflect who you - as a couple - are. This way ... more » Creative Wedding Ceremonies

Garden Wedding Tips and Ideas:

Garden wedding planning can prove to be lots of fun. If this setting is what you are looking for, then know that it offers the most sensual and also the most romantic location to enjoy this special day. You have to keep one thing in mind, though and that is that you must keep it elegant and ... more » Garden Weddings

Something Old with Something New:

Whatever the heritage: Irish, Eastern European, Japanese, African, Dutch, or even a combination of a few. If you are considering incorporating tradition into the look of your wedding, there are many opinions that you can follow. There are a few religions that are strict when talking about bridal ... more » Something Old ...

The Seating Arrangements:

If you are only having a small wedding, you may not need a whole seating arrangement. But if you are having a rather large amount of guests you may find that your planning will become a little easier if you have it all worked out. You have to ensure that there are enough seats for ... more » The Seating Arrangements

Tips for Beautiful Wedding Centerpieces:

Planning a wedding is a lot of work and you should start a few months before the actual wedding date. There is so much to consider, but what many people fail to include in the big plans are the centerpieces. These are important as it is what everyone is going to notice, so in order for ... more » Wedding Centrepieces

Creating the Perfect Winter Wedding:

Winter is the least common season for a couple to say “I Do”, while summer is the most common season for a wedding to take place, but why be like everyone else? You want your wedding to be unique don’t you? Then why not have a winter wedding? Rain is just as beautiful as sunshine ... more » Winter Weddings

Have a Happy Ending with Your Wedding Cake:

When we talk about wedding receptions, what do they have in common? A wedding cake! This dessert has roots stretching all the way back to-the Roman Empire. However, back then, beautifully decorated cakes were unheard of. A loaf of Barley bread was the “wedding cake”, and this was ... more » the Wedding Cale

Your First Wedding Dance:

We all know how the ritual goes: the newly married takes to the floor, and this is described as nothing else, but sweet. This reminds people of the promise that was made of having a partner for the rest of your life. It also recalls thoughts of permanence and romance. The newly wed dancing ... more » Wedding Dance

When you Book the Entertainment:

You have to have good entertainment, what’s a wedding with no good music? You have to keep your guests entertained and make sure they are happy at all times. It is good entertainment of the wedding that your guests are going to remember weeks after it has ended. The entertainment ... more » Wedding Entertainment

Cut Away From the Old Tradition and Select a Theme for your Wedding:

Many couples follow the old tradition of marrying in a church, but why not cut away from that tradition and use your imagination? Start by thinking of the things you like. What do you like? Many couples come up with the greatest themes, and these are based on places they met or enjoy ... more » Selecting a Wedding Theme

A Wedding At Home Just Sounds Great:

If your guest list is small, why do you still have to spend all that money on a hall? Why don’t you just have the wedding at home? You won’t need to sit for endless hours thinking of a venue for this big day, because your solution could just be right outside your backdoor. Weddings held at ... more » a Wedding at Home
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Some useful hints submitted by past brides to assist you with your wedding plans:
The wedding reception venue needs to be booked and confirmed as soon as possible. It is a good idea to visit as many possible reception venues as you can to compare what each one has to offer. Always ask for written quotes so you can make your decision at home without feeling pressurised. Once you have decided on your venue, confirm the date and requirements in writing and insist on written confirmation from the venue, including written confirmation of the date by which they require a deposit payment. (Then don't forget to pay on the specified date.)
If you are getting married at a Wine Estate, or you and your fiance are wine lovers, giving away bottles of wine from the estate adds a personal touch.
Include Directions on How to Use Disposable Cameras: Disposable cameras at the tables can be a fun for everyone! However, some brides have been disappointed when only half of their pictures came out! The reason? People do not know how to use the flash. So, be sure to buy cameras that you only have to "arm the flash once" and, make sure you place directions at the table about how to use the camera and the flash
Flowers for Mother of the Bride & Mother of the Groom: Ask your florist to prepare two very special bouquets as thank you for both mothers. These are traditionally presented by the groom during his speech.

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