The reception for 330 international guests was held at Cavalli Estate and the event venue is wonderful expanse of space that allows for incredible personalization. Our design team along with our industry partners conceptualized a “layered” look that would be suspended from the ceiling to create the ultimate wow factor. While the reception tables are an automatic focus, we think that ‘the air up there’ offers an equally desirable chance to get creative and inspire a sense of spectacular décor that is fully encompassing.

The couple’s ceremony was held at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Cape Town following which all guests were whisked off to the winelands. Guest arrived to a live jazz band, delicious cocktails and canapés in the Sunken Garden. Various lounging and cocktail styled furniture elements created a first glimpse into the colour scheme and décor style that lay ahead.

As guests stepped into the reception, the venue had been completely transformed into a magnificent scene of modern luxurious wedding décor. The suspended and layered décor concept comprised of dozen of fringe curtains fashionably separated by 8 meter long floral garlands and luxe draping, finished with an array of glittering crystal chandeliers that ran down the full length of the vast venue. The long banquet tables were dressed with elegant florals, dinner candles to enhance the atmosphere, and opulent handcrafted stationery which all worked together brilliantly to add texture and to showcase the colour scheme.

As the sun set, inspired lighting effects took over and set the vibrant ambience for a night filled with heartfelt speeches and spontaneous singing and dancing! The towering wedding cake with alternating tiers of cake and flowers, along with the decadent dessert station and late night snacks ensured guests had plenty of energy to party the night away to the highlight entertainment featured, talented South African House and HipHop DJ – DJ Voodoo.

Images by Tyme Photography

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Even the most die-hard T-shirt-and-jeans guy wants to look slick and stylish on his wedding day. Like most dress codes these days, the rules at weddings have become a little blurred. You have license to dress with more personal style than ever, as long as your wear it with attitude! The individuals who are really bringing it are our stylish grooms – all gents cut a dashing figure in a tux, 3-piece suit or the classic tailcoat. From couture cufflinks, unique boutonniere details, quirky designer socks to matching accessories – our grooms are on trend!

Photographers: Duwayne Denton, Tyme, Kikitography, John Armstrong, Wesley Vorster, Kristi Agier, Jean Pierre Photography, Zara Zoo, Jules Morgan, Gavin Casey, Vivid Blue Photography, Ryan Graham

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For this couple it was evident from the beginning that they envisioned a glamorous, classy and effortlessly chic celebration for their wedding day. The décor concept was based on a colour palette of Champagne Gold with a touch of Tiffany blue, as the groom loved this colour and it was their family’s traditional colour back in Nigeria!

The picturesque town of Franschhoek was the perfect setting for this sophisticated celebration, the couple exchanged their vows in one of the towns oldest Chapels, surrounded by 80 of their closest family & friends who had all traveled from around the world to celebrate this joyous occasion with them!

The overall look was one of sophisticated elegance – a perfect balance between the couple’s favourite colours. The ‘touches of blue’ were carried through by the water glasses, soft blue hydrangeas and personalised stationery handmade just for this bespoke occasion. The décor was beautifully complimented by the addition of Gold elements such as the tiffany chairs, contrasting 5 armed Gold candelabras and stunning gold damask covered screens which were custom-made and used as backdrops for floral and candle installations.  

Their 4 tier cake was one of a kind with the second tier specially created in double volume for that extra touch of glam! The unique and personal touches didn’t end there as each guest received a beautifully packaged gift – ladies received a lovely pashmina and Africology Rooibos flavoured tea, whilst the men received a locally made pair of socks.

After a enjoying a sumptuous 4 course plated meal all the guests came together to party the night away on the spectacular dance floor, customised with the couple’s monogram & to the sounds of not one, but two of Nigerian’s best DJ’s flown in just for the occasion!

With all the right ingredients perfectly in place, this truly was the chic & glamorous celebration that the couple had hoped for – yet another bespoke Wedding Concepts Wedding!

Photography by: Tasha Seccombe

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Dressed in a luxury couture gown by London designer Carolina Castigliano the bride walked down the aisle preceded by her eight bridesmaids in stunning coral dresses by Nigeria’s new bridal fashion label “Something Peridot”. Of course the groom and his retinue matched in style with hand-tailored Italian suits.

“Sophistication and making a statement with modern opulent florals”– were the brides’ design vision for her exclusive celebration. The highlight however was to be the elegant lounge concept – designed by our Wedding Concepts team – to have all guests relax and later put their dancing feet up in style.

With a real-life Polo match as a backdrop during the cocktail hour, the guests indulged in a day of equestrian highlights and French Champagne – all whilst celebrating in stylish lounge cabanas overlooking the polo field.

The reception highlights were many: from the exquisite wedding cake, the laser-cut stationery details and the personalised gift tokens to the 12 meter bridal table, luxurious damask cloths and opulent floral centrepieces to a carefully styled dessert display – no detail was overlooked.

Contemporary design touches added to the glamour of this wedding day: ghost chairs, modern floral installations and chic trendy furniture.

With über-cool Nigerian DJ Obi, the fashionable guests partied the night away to swanky tunes in their very own “nightclub-lounge”. Lagos & London – are bound to talk about this luxurious destination wedding for a while to come. And our team were thrilled to have been part of it!

Photography by: ZaraZoo

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The affluent area of Sandton, part of Johannesburg’s bustling business and commercial metro, would play host to the wedding at a venue large enough to accommodate a banquet style dinner reception, outdoor pre-dinner drinks, 3 stages and an after party to keep the prestigious guest list, which included African Royalty and dignitaries from all over the continent, glued to the dance floor.

The day began with the Catholic ceremony which was a traditional and sentimental service highlighted by the moving performance of the Grammy award winning Soweto Gospel Choir. Vibrant and beautifully designed African outfits representing many countries’ customs and traditions filled the church for this joyous occasion, whilst some of the world’s most incredible names in luxury vehicles waited patiently outside for their passengers. Names such as Maybach, Rolls Royce, Maserati and Bentley.

Kachi and Agbon’s vision was a sophisticated black tie affair. Black, white and gold were expertly paired to create a dramatic and opulent colour combination to out shine the impending Highveld winter weather. The lavish invitations highlighted an intricate “Great Gatsby/Art Nouveau” inspired laser cut design which continued to feature throughout the creative planning process. Two meter high screens at the reception received gold vinyl finishes in this motif. And not forgetting the 2.5 meter high and 8-tiered wedding cake, with alternating tiers of custom -made light boxes, also received this pattern on its edible layers.

The designer reception tables were an elegant display of lush florals, cut crystal and striking height. White floral arrangements en-masse beautifully down played the dramatic black and gold combination and the black and white striped table clothes created a dazzling colour base. Glistening gold base plates received a bejewelled black satin finish and striking 1.5 meter high white vases placed onto mirrored light boxes were individually pin spotted and finished off the chic as the ultimate wow-factor. However, Kachi’s exquisite Monique Lhuillier lace peplum wedding gown stole the show along with her laser cut Charlotte Olympia silver wedding heels! Kachi later changed into a 2nd custom-made dress to showcase the fantastic gold theme for the after-party.

Stirling musical performances by some of the best acclaimed Nigerian talent kept guests entertained throughout the evening. Kunle Ayo and his 5 piece band performed during pre-dinner and the reception, which included some fantastic traditional and contemporary Nigerian Jazz as well as some of the county’s well known gospel classics. Award-winning ChannelO VJ, DJ Waxxy took to the decks for the after party and kept the dance floor packed with his expert mix of international and African hip-hop, rap and R&B music.

Images by Ryan Graham: http://www.ryangrahamphotography.com/

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