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Help! Wedding Planning SOS
With over 10 years of experience in the events and PR industry, owner and founder, Jules Illing opened the doors of Blue Bird Events in February 2017 after a life long dream of creating and seeing beautiful events to fruition. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for working with people, these qualities ensure that every event organised by Blue Bird Events […]
Photographer’s Pro Tip to help your Groom enjoy the Photo Session
Johette Pople is the owner of Johette Pople Photography offering a personalised, boutique approach to every kind of photography need and special occasion. Johette Pople Photography was established in 2009 and has since built-up an impressive client list, documenting every special moment for many families in the Boland District from the engagement shoots, weddings, baby showers, new born shoots and special birthdays or functions. […]
Wedding Stress Antidotes
Everybody loves a wedding … but are we living in a nation of stressed out brides? Words by Sandra Jacobs, MD of Magick Events While the ‘Runaway Bride’ with Julia Roberts story is not a typical tale, it helped shine a light on something most people can’t fully understand unless they have – or once had – those bridal hormones coursing through them. Planning […]
Wedding Planner VS Venue Coordinator
I’ve heard it SO many times, “Oh the venue coordinator will handle everything, I don’t need a wedding planner.” Words by Sandra Jacobs, MD of Magick Events What most brides don’t quite understand is that the venue coordinator is just there for the VENUE, not you. (Nothing against venue coordinators – I love them and they’ve helped me out a lot before!) If they tell you […]
Do I Need a Wedding Planner?
It seems like you can’t read a book, magazine or even watch a wedding film without a ‘wedding planner’ appearing. In fact 26% of brides now hire a planner for their wedding, an amazing increase from recent years. But why the popularity? Years ago couples were happy with a small simple wedding organised by their Mother, but now it would appear the more elaborate, […]
Happy Anniversary Farah & Jarrod
Saturday, 11th March 2017 was a typically hot, clear Cape Town day. The setting was The Noon Gun on Signal Hill with spectacular views over the city. Guests gathered under pretty parasols to witness the wedding of Farah and Jarrod, followed by a refreshing High Tea banquet. Photography by Tauriq Dolley. We would like to wish Farah and Jarrod a very happy first wedding […]
The Meaning and Significance of Lobola
Known to many as a “bride-price” or bride-worth” and to some extent as a “down payment” or “dowry” but in the African culture, it is a ritual that brings two families together. Words: Unathi Nkanjeni According to the English usage ‘dowry’ is the gift of money, goods or both, offered by the bride or bride’s family towards establishment of her household, whereas a bride-price […]
Happy Anniversary Nicole & Pieter!
One year ago today, Nicole and Pieter made their Forever vows at the beautiful Merwida Country Manor. Enjoy a look back at their special day: Videography: The Wedding Guys We salute you on your first anniversary Nicole and Pieter, and wish you a lifetime of love and happiness. Read our full story here. Credits: Photographer: Beloved Photography by Tiana Smith Videographer: Nathan Brooks of […]
The Light House Boutique Suites
Words: Gill Lewis The middle of December is probably not the best of times to kick back for a leisurely three-day stay at a guesthouse in the Paarl winelands. Our son had just gone on school holiday, our end of year deadlines were swirling around our heads… yet when you get offered the chance to review a luxury guesthouse, sometimes you simply have to […]
Zandile & Lungelo
A richly colourful wedding was the culmination of Zandile and Lungelo’s true love story, and the traditional Zulu ceremony took place at the groom’s home in Esidumbini, KZN. Explaining how they met, Zandile says “I had just come back from Cape Town and relocated to Durban. I wanted to rekindle my relationship with my high school friends and one of them was throwing a birthday party. […]
WEDDING PLANNING 101: Tips from the Experts
Confetti Chicks spoke to Madri and Niki of The Event Planners who shared with us their top tips for successful event planning: “While planning your wedding, stay focused on what you and your partner really want and of course, on your budget. Often brides and grooms-to-be get distracted along the way with too many influences, ideas, traditions and needs being forced onto them by […]
Destination: Croatia!
Petra and Matthew met in Mauritius six years ago and fell in love at first sight. “Because the we lived on two different continents, the internet played a big role in our relationship. We were able to stay in touch, and ultimately stay together thanks to technology!” says Petra. After a whirlwind courtship of ten months, Matthew popped the question and Petra was elated. […]
A Royal love affair: Prince Harry And Meghan Markle
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made the big announcement: they are engaged to be married… and the Queen approves! You would be hard-pressed to find a more gorgeous and lovely couple, and their engagement also offers Americans a reason to lap up this romance, as Meghan “is an American actress, model, and humanitarian. Since 2011, Markle has portrayed Rachel Zane on the legal drama series Suits. She is […]
14,000 km to Bliss!
Shari and Tendai chose what they believe is the most beautiful part of the world to tie the knot – the Paarl Valley in the Western Cape. Words by Elandi Coetzee of ZaraZoo The ZaraZoo team were delighted to be back at our favourite Polo Estate in South Africa, this time for an Aleit Wedding at Val de Vie. What a pleasure it was […]
Jules & Louw
Jules and Louw met 15 years ago, while he was working at the Billabong Shop in St Francis Bay and Jules was there on holiday. He was 16 and she was 18. “The moment I walked in the door, he had my heart,” says Jules We dated for a bit but the long distance proved a challenge and we decided to remain friends. We […]
Sue & Dwayne
When Mother Nature is the setting for a true life romance… Photos by Charlene Schreuder Photography Sue and Dwayne were married at the beautiful De Hoop Nature Reserve in the Overberg and it’s easy to see why this gorgeous couple chose this serene backdrop for their nuptials. The couple said their vows under a white canopy overlooking the vlei on a typically warm sunny day, followed by the reception under […]
Let’s start your event journey here!
Personalised, bespoke event planning is a must-have! Specialising in corporate and private events such as end of year parties, conferences, workshops, weddings, milestone birthdays, anniversaries and special occasions, Blue Bird Events also organises brand launches as well as social media content creation and management. With 8 years of experience in the events and PR industry, owner and founder, Jules Illing, opened the doors of […]
Anniversary Gifts – A Quick Guide
The historic origins of wedding anniversaries date back to the Roman Empire, where husbands crowned their wives with a silver wreath on their 25th anniversary, and a gold wreath on the 50th. Fast forward to the twentieth century, and commercialism has led to the addition of more anniversaries being represented by a named gift. First Anniversary: PAPER The first anniversary is traditionally commemorated with a gift […]
Get Your Face Summer-Ready!
The good news is, TEENLIFTING is here! This new beauty innovation has been developed by Dr Sanja Malbaša Gošović of Croatia, and it has recently been brought to South Africa by Petra Lilley who is fully trained and qualified to professionally offer you the benefits of this wonderful youth-enhancing treatment. What is TEENLIFTING? In a nutshell, it is best described as a non-surgical face […]
Candice & Bryan
The stunning and rustic setting of Lalapanzi Lodge in Somerset West was the chosen location for Candice and Bryan to celebrate the happiest day of their lives. The wedding party numbered 15 people in total, including the couple and their guests, hence the countryside surroundings lent itself well to the overall vision for their Big Day. The lodge is both elegant and cozy, with […]
Get Married at De Hoop Nature Reserve
A location like none other in Southern Africa Mother Nature is waiting to reconnect with you a mere 3 hours’ scenic drive from Cape Town. After visiting this slice of heaven, I can personally recommend that you choose De Hoop for your wedding and your honeymoon! Imagine yourself on a floating champagne cruise with your new husband, being served delicious canapés while sipping your chilled […]
From ‘Hello’ to ‘I Do’
Are you recently married, or planning your vow renewal? Confetti Chicks invites you to send us your Real Wedding for publication in our Softmag. We want to know your love story! How to submit: Email: weddings@confettichicks.co.za What to submit: 1 – 2 Photos of you and your significant other (high resolution). 1 – 2 Photos of your engagement shoot (high resolution). 2 – 3 Photos of your wedding day (high […]
Sapphire Events – Blazing a trail
The dynamic women behind KZN-based party and events planning company Sapphire Events are blazing their own trail, as they aim to bring their clients’ fairytale dreams to life. “Four key principals govern how we set out to achieve this goal: Attention to detail & triple checking EVERYTHING twice is imperative. Ensure that you develop great relationships with your suppliers. Learn to collaborate with others on certain […]
Ruth & Jon start a lovely new tradition
Take a peek into the real wedding of our beautiful bride Ruth, and her new husband Jon, and see how they mixed up their bridal party in a unique and interesting way: See the full article in our July issue of Confetti Chicks Softmag: Click here to download, or view online below: We wish Ruth & Jon a lifetime of love and happiness! Venue: Fynbos Estate, […]
Our new Softmag is out…
Confetti Chicks #2 – The Rain Issue We hope you enjoy our new edition as much as we enjoyed creating it for you! Click below to open the page to view or to download the Softmag to your computer or device (27mb): Confetti Chicks – July 2017 Or your can view it below With love, Gill & The Team
Rain on Your Wedding Day
A Photographer’s Perspective: Rain on Your Wedding Day… The days are counting down to your wedding, you’ve installed 10 different weather apps on your phone, and they all have that miserable dark grey icon hovering over your day. What to do? Well, firstly, you’re not alone. I’ll be the first to admit I did the same in the days running up to my own […]
Your Wedding Timeline
Got twelve months till ‘I do’? Congratulations! To help you along, we’ve put together our guideline for perfect wedding planning: 12 Months to go ■ Set the date, and make your announcement to family and friends. ■ Start a binder or folder, and start a Pinterest board to collect all your ideas and inspiration. ■ Work out your budget, how much you can spend […]
Nicole & Pieter
A fairytale beginning for Pieter and Nicole An international work project abroad brought Capetonian Nicole and Belgium-born Pieter together, and it was love at first sight. “We just clicked, and talked for hours and hours until sunrise. He’s sweet and gentle, and so romantic.” says Nicole of her new husband. Pieter agrees, “I knew there was something very special about Nicole. She is warm, […]
Take Centre Stage with Traditional African Couture
We are SO in love with the bold, bright and colourful designs of these traditional wedding outfits. They are quite simply breath-taking! Whether you are looking for an Ndebele, Tswana, Xhosa, Zulu, Sotho, Pedi or any African inspired or cultural gown, or traditional attire, Shifting Sands African Couture will accommodate your style, and will bring your traditional wedding to life. Shifting Sands has been […]
Sizzling HOT Seaside Venues
Dreaming of a beach wedding, or seaside honeymoon? These are our picks: The Oyster Box, Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga, Durban, Tel (031) 514 5000 Majestically situated on Umhlanga’s beachfront overlooking the Indian Ocean and the iconic lighthouse, The Oyster Box is the ultimate in charm and style. The hotel offers a range of venues for both private ceremonies and bigger reception functions. The beautiful Victorian Gazebo and […]
Wedding Expos & Fairs around SA – 2017
Save The Date! 27 & 28 May – The Herald Bridal Fair, The Boardwalk, Port Elizabeth 10 & 11 June – The Wedding Expo, CTICC, Cape Town 1 & 2 July – Oakfield Farm Expo, Muldersdrift, Gauteng 29 & 30 July – East Rand Wedding Show, Emperors Palace, Kempton Park 5 & 6 Aug – The Wedding Expo, Durban Exhibition Centre 26 & 27 […]
Honeymoon Road Trip
Don’t get me wrong, I love the idea of a swanky five-star hotel just as much as the next girl! Luxury safari or seaside resort? Sign me up! But maybe, just maybe, let’s try on a new fantasy here … the idea of a road trip with your newly hitched spouse could be just the ticket, at just the right time of your lives, […]
Pendant Moon Give Away!
Pendant Moon lovingly handcrafts unique resin jewellery encapsulating nature’s gifts. We love that each piece is created with whatever is naturally available. We think these nature-inspired pendants and earrings are a great way to say thank you to each of your bridesmaids! To win a beautiful geranium petal pendant including chain and charm, simply click here to like Confetti Chicks Facebook page, then share […]
The A-Z of a stress-free bachelorette party
The bachelorette party is about more than just a night on the town. It’s often a rare opportunity for many of the girls to get together and spend time with friends they seldom get to see and it’s also the bride-to-be’s last night out with her friends as a single lady. A woman’s wedding is so much more than just one special day as […]
5 Ways With Confetti
1 · PAPER In its simplest form, shredded lightweight paper provides a traditional and well known type of confetti. Simple discs (known as chads) can be punched out of recycled paper. These fluttering discs in colours from plain white, to pastels or brights, are what our childhood memories of weddings are all about. 2 · PETALS Rose petals are freeze-dried and are a popular natural […]