Some weddings just remind me of the simple, wonderful pleasure in life - a cool breeze on a hot day, a new sundress, melting butter on fresh, hot bread. Today's wedding is like that - pure happiness and country casual chic. Ash and Peter chose a palette of soft neutrals with a touch of peach and a little glimmer of gold (I love how subtly this metallic is used throughout, it's so perfect), with lovely lace showing up in both the bride and the bridesmaids' stunning dresses. The florals are a beautiful mix - I especially love the blushing bride proteas. And speaking of these blooms, I just loved how they were used to decorate Ash's naked cake, and would you believe it, she made it herself! Clever bride, beautiful wedding, happy days. Ooh, and let's not forget the swooney images from Summertown Pictures too!

Initially I was set on having a "forest" wedding with a transparent marquee. I wanted to feel like I was in nature, under the stars, etc. Not only was this almost impossible to find but it was also a logistical nightmare and would attract massive costs! We were so lucky to find The Glades as it offers you an amazing and yet simple venue which is so close to what we was looking for. It is still very "untouched" and has a great feeling of uniqueness without any of the commercial stereotypes. Additionally, the oversized window at the far end of the venue reflected the fairy lights that we had hung from the rafters so beautifully, creating a magical atmosphere. Memorable Moments
The fact that Peter forgot his wedding band in Durban and had to use his best man's on the DAY OF the wedding for the ceremony speaks volumes to his sometimes forgetful personality. This made for a good laugh amongst everyone, including our best man/matron of honour (married only two years ago in Michaelhouse themselves) as they enjoyed their 'illicit' relationship for the weekend ;)
My most memorable moment of the day was when Peter and I were walking out of the chapel. We sneaked into the Vestry so that everyone could leave the church and we could run out as the newly wed couple. This was our five minutes of quiet time to gather our thoughts and actually realise what we had just experienced by saying our "I do's". Another similar moment was when we sneaked off with Katie, in the middle of the reception (after a few glasses of wine), to take one or two piccies in the absolutely stunning light created by the big barn doors of The Glades reception barn.
Once we had found The Glades, we decided to get married at Michaelhouse Chapel. Peter went to school at Pretoria Boys High School, and the schools have similar values and traditions. We both knew we wanted to get married in a historic chapel with beauty and grandeur, as it makes the occasion special for everyone attending as well. We also had to be practical and needed something would accommodate 150 people. Luckily, Michaelhouse did allow "non-old boys" to make use of the facilities and we even managed to get the resident organist to play at the ceremony, which added to the magic.

You can see more from this wedding on the Summertown Pictures blog.

SERVICE PROVIDERS
Venue: The Glades (Balgowan) | Catering: The Aubergine (Margeret Harel) | Photographer: Katie Wisdom of Summertown Pictures | Cake: Bride | Flowers & décor: The Flower Shed | Stationery: Bride & friend (Fran Neal, Indesign Studio) | Ceremony venue: Michaelhouse School | Bride's dress: Lindy M Clothing Design | Bride's accessories: Chey Michau Jewellery | Hair: Keanen Carpede | Makeup: Tanya (from Blu Gel), Bridesmaids' dresses: Forever New + Lindy George | Groom's attire: Hilton Weiner | Cutlery: Muirheads | Glasses & Crockery: Exclusive Hire | Garden Games: Tracy Martens | Entertainment: No Fly Zone