Wedding Etc

18/06/2026

What started as an ordinary anniversary hike in the Western Cape turned into a moment Daniah de Villiers will likely never forget.

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What started as an ordinary anniversary hike in the Western Cape turned into a moment Daniah de Villiers will likely never forget. The Die Kantoor actress thought she was heading out for a relaxed walk with her partner, but instead walked straight into a carefully planned surprise proposal.

18/06/2026

Rain? Humidity? Surprise Durban weather? Not today 🤍
We rounded up indoor wedding venues across Durban that bring the atmosphere without the stress - including estimated pricing, locations and contact details to help you start venue hunting.
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Looking for indoor wedding venues in Durban? Discover elegant reception spaces, estimated prices, locations, websites and contact details for Durban couples planning their big day.

18/06/2026

No embassy appointments. No visa stress. Just passports, plane tickets and honeymoon magic ✈️🤍
From Mauritius to Thailand and safari escapes in Botswana — these are the visa-free honeymoon destinations South African couples should have on their radar.
Which one are you choosing? 🌍👇

Planning your honeymoon? Discover the best visa-free honeymoon destinations for South Africans in 2026, including estimated costs, romantic highlights and travel inspiration.

18/06/2026

You only realise some wedding photos matter… after the wedding 😭💍✨
We asked ourselves: what are the shots couples wish they remembered to take?
From reaction photos during vows to that one quiet moment after the ceremony - here’s the wedding photo list worth saving before the big day.
Which photo would be non-negotiable for you?

From family portraits to just-married moments, these are the wedding photos couples say they regret forgetting - and the shots worth adding to your list.

17/06/2026

We’re putting together our next weddingETC feature:
Ask a Bride: The Wedding Purchases Brides Say Were Worth Every Cent

Forget the “must-haves” - we want the purchases YOU actually still think about after the wedding.

✨ What was worth every cent?
✨ What made the biggest difference on the day?
✨ What would you recommend to future brides without hesitation?

Was it your photographer? A content creator? The dress? A live band? Extra florals? Comfortable shoes? The honeymoon? Tell us 👀

Drop your answer below or DM us — your insight could be featured in the article 🤍

17/06/2026

South African weddings have never been one-size-fits-all ❤️✨ From lobola and Umabo to Nikah ceremonies, Mehndi nights and family blessings - these are the traditions couples are keeping alive in beautifully modern ways.
Which tradition will always have a place at your wedding?

From lobola and Umabo to nikah ceremonies, tea rituals and family blessings — these are the South African wedding traditions couples are keeping alive in beautifully modern ways.

17/06/2026

Audio guest books are becoming one of the most meaningful additions to modern weddings. Instead of signing a traditional guest book, guests pick up a phone-style device at your wedding and leave you a voice message. It might be a memory, a blessing, a joke, or a slightly tipsy heartfelt speech halfway through dessert. Months or years later, you can listen back and hear your wedding day again — not through photos, but through people. ☎️

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Audio guest books are becoming one of the most meaningful additions to modern weddings. At its core, the idea is simple: instead of signing a traditional guest book, guests pick up a phone-style device at your wedding and leave you a voice message.

17/06/2026

Nobody talks enough about how much weddings actually cost - emotionally and financially 😭💍
From late RSVPs to surprise plus-ones and guests filming the entire ceremony… these are the wedding guest etiquette rules people secretly wish everyone followed.
Which one do you think is the biggest offender?

From RSVP etiquette to unplugged ceremonies and plus-one boundaries, these are the wedding guest rules couples secretly wish everyone followed.

17/06/2026

From Grace Kelly’s lace sleeves to Lily Collins’ unforgettable hooded veil - these are the celebrity weddings that didn’t just trend, they changed bridal fashion forever 👰✨ Which look still owns your Pinterest board?

From Grace Kelly to Lily Collins, these are the celebrity weddings that transformed bridal fashion and inspired generations of brides.

16/06/2026

Lab-grown or natural — which would you choose? 💍✨
The diamond conversation has changed dramatically in 2026. We spoke to an experienced jeweller to unpack the myths, the real differences, sustainability claims and why more couples are rethinking what “value” means.
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Lab-grown diamonds vs natural diamonds - We asked an experienced jeweller to weigh in on the biggest diamond debate of 2026 - from cost and certification to sustainability and what couples actually value today.