We celebrate several local couples who decided to tie the knot right here in the Midlands – a picture-perfect place! Read more as they share details from their day, from dress to decor. BRITTNEY & ROAN McCABE (Photos by Laura Jean Harris) Which venue did you choose and why? I had always dreamed of getting married on the farm I was lucky enough to grow up on. Everdon Estate is an avocado farm...
The concept behind this styled shoot was to break free from traditional wedding norms and embrace the bold and unexpected to exude an air of daring elegance. A group of local suppliers joined forces to create an extraordinary, styled wedding photoshoot with the theme “Something Bold, Something Blue”, located at Highgate Wine Estate, an elegant venue with picturesque surroundings. The aim was to craft an experience that was both unusual and magical, capturing the essence...
A flower bouquet has been a part of the bridal look since ancient Roman times when ladies would carry or wear floral garlands (like a flower crown) at their wedding to symbolise fidelity, fertility and new beginnings. The tradition has since grown and adapted. If caught during the bouquet toss, it would not only mean that you’re next to get married, but that you will have good fortune. We share more about different floral arrangements...
Weddings are special occasions and can be challenging to plan, but the end result is always worth it. We look at three couples and their advice on how they brought their dream wedding to life. The Groves: Lorren and Michael Mandy WHEN WAS YOUR WEDDING? 30 April 2022 WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO GET MARRIED IN THE MIDLANDS? I chose the Midlands specifically because of where it is situated. We live in the...
A tale of two artists who brought their creative visions and passions to life in their events venue. Brendon and I are two creatives who chose to live a different life on a 100-acre farm on Mount West, 20 minutes from Nottingham Road, off the grid with our darling cat and two cattle dogs, Bruce and Sheila (of course!). Our venue, Infinity, has been a ‘creation in progress’ to accomplish this building feat from...
We asked five wedding businesses in the Midlands what their services are all about, just in case you need to plan a wedding! They also included some tips based on their specific offerings and expertise. Starting with Service Excellence, which is an events management company that focuses on providing staff to assist to set up and take down your events. Specialising in guest service and waiting, the company also offers a one-stop-shop when it comes...
Hemyock Farm Is a quaint working farm situated in the Natal Midlands. Our name translates to “summer stream” or “river bend” which is made clear when approaching the farmhouse crossing over the beautiful 7km of the Mooi River. The charming simplistic workings of the farm and the unspoken beauty in our surroundings leave you feeling at peace and in awe. Following a two-year restoration, the old farmhouse has been returned to its prime and now...
The Midlands is a popular wedding destination for couples from all corners of the country and has some of the most beautiful wedding venues around. We got to chat with two of the newest wedding venues in the Midlands to find out what they love about weddings and what sets their venue apart from the rest. Dargle Forest Lodge This gorgeous venue is in Upper Dargle, about 45 kilometres from Howick town. Owners Bridgette...