I love anything to do with food {especially eating}, collecting pretty things, nesting, afternoon naps, reading and pinning. I am terrible at any kind of needle work, and I secretly envy those who can knit, sew and crochet. Freshly picked jasmin makes me happy. If I could choose my last meal on earth it, would be warm ciabatta bread with lashings of butter.

Bella Chiara {Bridal Accessories Giveaway}

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It’s no secret that we love bridal accessories. It’s also no secret that we love the gorgeous headpieces, veils and garters from Bella Chiara. We are also crazy about their creative kitchen teas and their latest project, the wedding day survival kit.

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Gideon & Ammie {Elegant West Coast Wedding}

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If you think about our beautiful West Coast, you think rustic, sleepy towns, natural beauty and friendly people. For Gideon and Ammie the West Coast is a special place, especially Paternoster, because that is where their love story began and also where they would eventually tie the knot.

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Warren & Sarah {Country Kitsch}

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Today you are in for a treat! The real wedding we are sharing with you is filled to the brim with quirky and kitsch touches. For their big day Warren and Sarah went all out on the details, and had the most beautiful (and fun) wedding decor. Well, that’s no surprise as the bride is a very successful interior designer, and obviously has a very good eye for detail. Sarah describes the look they were going for as Country Kitsch

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Modern Classic-Shades of White {Table Decor}

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Some of you might remember that we introduced you to a wonderful new venue in Stellenbosch called Landtscap, last week. This modern venue is surprisingly versatile. To showcase some of the endless possibilities this amazing space has to offer the Landtscap team, together with some wonderful wedding suppliers, put together eight wedding looks.

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Brad & Stephanie {Coastal Elegance}

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For today’s elegant coastal wedding we head to “the land down under”. Brad and Stephanie Neumann said their vows in the historic Town of 1770-Agnes Water, in Queensland Australia. The coastal town held a special place in the couple’s heart, so when Brad popped the question, there was no question about where they would tie the knot.

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Lady Bonin’s Tea Parlour {Shop Tour}

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To say Carla (who works here with us at The Pretty Blog) is a tea fanatic, is an understatement. If there’s a new tea shop in town, she will find it first! Carla’s latest find is Lady Bonin’s Tea Parlour. Jessica Bonin opened Lady Bonin’s Tea Parlour in July this year.

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Blush Pink Inspiration (Sarie Bruid)

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Some of you might have spotted our dreamy blush and cream inspired story in the latest Sarie Bruid magazine. If you haven’t seen it, make sure you get your hands on a copy! The latest Sarie Bruid features eight real weddings, 63 wedding dresses and beautiful inspirational articles.

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