Real South African Wedding: Jaqueline & Gary

From Dylan List member, Wedding Concepts: It was clear from the onset, Jacqueline and Gary dreamed of a designer celebration that would truly wow their close friends and family. Hailing from Johannesburg, it was imperative that their guests experienced the absolute best of what the Cape had to offer. Starting with the venue; we encouraged Jackie & Gary to choose a location that would mirror their personal style. Nestled high atop the Schapenberg Hills; elegant and contemporary in design, paired with innovative architecture and spectacular panoramic views, Waterkloof Wine Estate mirrored their personal modern chic perfectly!

With an interior comprising of cool glass, steel and wooden textures and surfaces, we set out to bring a flood of vivid colour to the setting. The impressive combination of fuchsia, yellow and grey proved to be a stunning colour palette that would truly give life to the space whilst complimenting its best features. To further enhance the feeling of intimacy and warmth we “lowered” the impressive two-story ceiling space over the reception tables, and added a canopy of fairy lights and individually hung dahlias. The flowers comprised of simple yet striking arrangements of tulips and calla lilies which created a uniform yet bold effect of interspersed colour. In addition, single fuchsia orchids were elevated as tall arrangements to maximise the double volume reception space. For the ceremony, we decided to keep it traditional in white with only the vintage London-style Taxi, Jackie’s entertaining bridal vehicle for the day, bringing through a hint of the bright colours still to come!

The 4-course menu was a brilliant modern interpretation of well-known classics. Expertly paired with a selection of the estates award winning wines, guests indulged in what was a true gastronomic experience. Dancing followed heartfelt speeches and dinner, with the couple opening the dance floor with one of best night-time views in the Cape! A decadent and colourful “Sweet Station” adorned with a contemporary sensation by Roxanne Floquet Designs, kept guests’ dancing appetites at bay till the early hours.