Throughout the planning process, Megan from the Wedding Concepts team pulled together a rich tapestry of styling and design influences, and presented them to the delighted couple. These were seamlessly brought to life on the day, starting with the ceremony. It took place in Cavalli’s sunken garden, a formal, hedged enclosure that is one of the highlights of the venue. It was the perfect intimate setting for family and friends to celebrate the love and marriage of the bride and groom. We decorated the garden with clean, modern pieces, including a classic white aisle and white ceremony seating. The key visual focus was a three-metre custom made ceremony arch, which was decked in spectacular colourful blooms and green foliage.

The reception for this luxury wedding in the Cape Winelands was held in Cavalli’s main event space. It is characterised by its floor to ceiling sliding glass doors, which allows natural light to spill into the venue. We wanted to bring focus to the ceiling, using suspended floral and lighting features, and creating interesting and unique shapes and styles. To do this, we custom made square frames and hung bright and bold flowers from them at different heights and angles. This created a beautiful curved shape across the ceiling. Each floral display was slightly different, incorporating interesting textures and a variety of floral and greenery accents. We also mixed in crystal chandeliers of different sizes, including fringed chandeliers that were especially created for this wedding. Naked bulbs were also added between the fringing to bring in some extra modernity.

We also wanted to create a lush and luxurious floral installation, which gave that ultimate ‘wow factor’ entrance as guests arrived. The opulence of the floral installation was again reflected in custom trellises that were placed behind the bridal table and decorated with romantic blooms and lush greenery. At the centre of the room was the exquisite cake, which was placed on a custom round cake plinth in a gorgeous warm coral colour. The tables were kept relatively simple and elegant, with masses of white pillar candles and tall dinner candles providing a warm and intimate ambience that carried through the evening, and long into the perfect summer’s night.

Photographer: Ryan Graham

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The weekend was packed with events, which began with a cocktail party at Zeitz MOCAA and ended with an elegant luncheon at Waterkloof (you can see more of these celebrations here). But it was the wedding day itself that was of course the highlight. It took place at Molenvliet, nestled on the banks of the breathtakingly beautiful Banghoek river valley, in the heart of the Cape winelands. The perfect venue to marry sleek modern design and sparkling opulence with natural flair.

The ceremony took place on the scenic top lawn. The bride, resplendent in her stunning Zuhair Murad gown and lace cape, processed up the flower-lined aisle to her beaming groom. A classic white arch decorated with pink, blush, and white garden roses entwined with greenery formed a beautiful backdrop for their vows. Afterwards, guests were treated to a sumptuous harvest table and summer cocktails, set around a beautifully styled, modern outdoor lounge. The groom had flown in an American band, fronted by Joey Dosick, for the occasion, and they performed through pre-drinks and dinner.

Dinner took place on Molenvliet’s terrace, which was decorated in soft shades of white, blush, sage, and taupe with silver and crystal accents. The florals were elegant and sophisticated, with just a touch of the bohemian. Lush garden flower centrepieces served as a refined counterpoint to bold hanging arrangements, which also included feathery pampas grass and dried tropical foliage. These were interspersed with glamorous crystal chandeliers, their light reflecting beautifully on the mirror-top tables to create a warm and whimsical ambience. On each of the tables, clear glassware accents were used for a clean, contemporary feel, while a mix of dinner chairs added extra dimension.

The party started with the first dance and continued until the very last song, interrupted only by the entrance of the cake – a decadent chef-commissioned mille-feuille. Afterwards, all one hundred and thirty guests danced the night away in a styled nightclub area, adorned with mirror balls, special lighting, and custom panels, stage and DJ booth.

Photographer: Hewitt Wright

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Bride Zoe had dreamed of a destination wedding, and it didn’t take long to convince her British husband-to-be, Richard, that South Africa was the perfect location. They were joined on the adventure by seventy of their closest family and friends. The guests were immersed in an experience that included both traditional Chinese elements and colourful contemporary country décor. And all in the breathtaking setting of Grand Dédale Country House, with its backdrop of dramatic mountain ranges, and sense of beauty and tranquillity, set apart from the rest of the world.

The events of the wedding day maintained precious cultural traditions whilst also incorporating a modern feel. The morning began with the traditional ‘gatecrash’, a lively Chinese tradition where the groom and his groomsmen have to complete a set of games set out by the bridesmaids and the bride’s family, in order to win permission to marry his bride. Richard passed with flying colours, and he and Zoe were allowed to proceed to the traditional Chinese tea ceremony. This intimate occasion was held indoors with just the bridal party and Richard and Zoe’s parents. The couple wore traditional Chinese dress, with the bride in a stunningly intricate Qun Kua. We opted for minimal florals for this part of the day, with lots of lucky red touches, and Ming-style vases as decoration.

After the tea ceremony, Zoe and Richard changed into their second outfits of the day. The bride wore an exquisite full-length gown and cathedral veil, while Richard was dapper in a classic black tuxedo. The ceremony, initially planned as an outdoor event, had to be moved indoors due to rain. However, it worked perfectly in the refined opulence of Grand Dédale’s dining room, with its blue, gold, and crystal touches. These perfectly complemented the floral look and feel created by Okasie, with a gorgeous circular arch adorned with soft cream and pastel blooms. Light streamed in through the windows, creating the feeling of a secret, indoor garden.

Following the wedding ceremony, guests were able to move on to the terrace for pre-dinner drinks. The space was beautifully styled, with a curated selection of plush furnishings in creams and neutrals with bright pops of colour for key pieces. The celebrated Grand Dédale kitchen served up delicious canapés, which were accompanied by Aperol spritzes, G&Ts, and Doolhof wines from the estate.

The dinner reception was also held on the terrace. To create a feeling of intimacy, we set up a single long table and curated the florals to celebrate the mixture of contemporary and traditional Chinese styles. Small, minimalist arrangements along the table were elevated by a series of bright floral installations suspended above. Each was comprised of an extended branch, dripping with bold flowers in shades of warm orange, bright red and yellow, fresh green, and hints of pastel, blush, and blue. Each feature had a unique shape but flowed along the length of the table, providing a sense of organic visual interest. Seasonal flowers were used, including anthurium, orchids, tulips, garden roses, cymbidium, delphinium, rananculus, and hydrangea. Dried botanicals were also included as a textural contrast.

Guests were treated to a delectable two-course meal, before heading down to the dance floor. There, they danced the night away with a live performance by the brilliant Black Ties band. Zoe changed into her third outfit of the day, a head-turning red couture gown that made her look like a Hollywood starlet. The cake was cut, and guests were handed sparklers to surround the couple in style for their first dance. Later, each guest was sent home with delicious passion fruit and lime, and salted butter caramel macarons, placed in traditional red and pink Chinese boxes. A perfect favour for this luxury Chinese fusion wedding!

Photographer: Tyme Photography

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To showcase the beauty of Molenvliet’s surroundings, the couple chose to host almost every part of their wedding outdoors. Under clear sunny skies, guests gathered in the manicured gardens for the outdoor ceremony. Rachel and Stephen exchanged their vows beneath a stunning circular arch, covered in roses and foliage that mirrored the bride’s greenery crown and white Protea bouquet.

After the intimate ceremony, guests made their way down to the vineyards where the brilliant Acoustic Element kept everyone entertained during pre-dinner drinks. Every little detail was thought through carefully by the bride and groom, from the personalised ‘his and hers’ G&T’s served during cocktail hour, to the lavish three-course menu, a 6 metre pavlova, and delicious late night snacks.

Guests were then invited to the reception, which took place under a fragrant canopy of greenery and white florals, dotted with an abundance of Edison bulbs that glittered overhead as the light faded. We filled over 45 metres with a mix of greenery, white orchids, and blue thistle, which also served as a tribute to Stephen’s English roots. A mix of elongated rectangular and round wooden tables provided visual interest, while natural wooden chairs added additional texture, complemented by plush upholstered Marie Antoinette chairs.

Following dinner on the terrace, guests were asked to make their way inside for the after party. We continued the theme of luscious greenery bringing the outdoors in, with luxe lounge furniture and twinkling fairy lights, mixed with more greenery garlands cascading gently from the ceiling. The Black Ties seven-piece band were on hand to kickstart the dance floor, where the couple and their guests remained long into the night!

Here’s what Rachel said about her wedding day:
“Thank you so much for giving us our dream wedding! You made our special day even more special by making all our dreams come true on the wedding day. You have made what we have heard to be an incredibly stressful experience (planning a wedding) just so much fun! If only we could have a wedding in South Africa every year. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for everything you have done for us!”

Photography: Kristi Agier

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A key element from the word ‘go’ was ensuring that every aspect of the wedding portrayed the opulence and personalisation that the bride had envisioned. A unique and inspiring colour palate of soft lilac tones, mixed with shades of pink combined with subtle hints of silver & white was used as the foundation for the décor & design brief.

The ceremony setting was a prominent focus for our team, as the bride wanted this to be designed in such a way that it was a true showstopper for guests to be ‘wowed’ by upon arrival! The focus element for the ceremony was the dramatic 3 meter high gazebo structure adorned with white draping and elegant floral touches – a stunning chandelier was suspended in the centre of the gazebo to tie this look together beautifully!

Personalised stationery details were brought in throughout the day to add that extra touch of luxury. The couple’s customised monogram was expertly applied as an additional feature on key structural elements: a violet coloured vinyl application on the bar and then repeated in gold on the dance floor.

The hotel’s ballroom was beautifully complemented with long guest tables, covered with a combination of crystal vases, floral posies and ornate gold candle holders. This look was perfectly tied together by the addition of massive opulent floral arrangements that were strategically placed down the centre of the tables. Each of the ballroom’s existing chandeliers had additional floral décor suspended from them ensuring the glamour quota was fully achieved! The final showstopper for the evening was the 5 tier wedding cake, which was truly a masterpiece.

This Wedding Concepts designer celebration truly emphasised the very essence of glamour and sheer opulence expected at 5 star hotel such as the Four Seasons, two luxury designer brands perfectly in line with one another – creating a one of a kind wedding experience & setting new trends for the luxury market!

Photography by: Tyme Photography

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