Today we're heading out to the beautiful Garden Route to see a wedding created by the considerably talented Marius Barnard of Weddings by Marius. Julianne and Gene's big day was a colourful affair, inspired by the hues of evening light on the South African fynbos... wow. (Don't you just love that?) With spectacular flowers (including a floral chandelier above the couple's weddimg ceremony), nude wood tables with mixed vases and vessels, and hanging cafe lights in a huge white marquee, this is my idea of rustic wedding perfection. What a way to start the day!

Advice for Future Brides & Grooms
If you can, get a wedding planner! This helped a great deal, allowing our family (especially my mom) to enjoy the build up before the day and then the actual wedding without stressing abut minor things.
We had a rehearsal lunch the day before the wedding with close family, our bridal party and their partners, and family that had travelled from abroad. It was an open opportunity for people to say speeches and toasts, and to catch up. This helped a great deal in limiting the time spent on speeches on the wedding day. Gene's mom is American and the rehearsal dinner is an important tradition in the U.S. We loved it and recommend it!

SERVICE PROVIDERS
Venue & catering: Nguni Restaurant | Photography: Amy Scheepers | Co-ordination: Weddings by Marius | Video: My World Creations | Cake: Clare's Cakes | Flowers & décor: Ecozest | Stationery: Words with Wings | Ceremony venue: Oak Hurst | Bride's dress: Elbeth Gillis | Hair & makeup: Marike de Groot, Glossbox | Bridesmaids' dresses: ASOS | Groom's attire: Hugo Boss