Succulents, bright festival stripes and a dollop of glitter and gold - what's not to love about this Winterton farm fête from the awesome Casey Pratt of Photo Case Photography? Suzaan and Pieter built their tented wedding reception from scratch, with a focus on their guests, a loose palette of mint, coral and gold, and buckets of personality. From the colourful bridal party (each with a little touch of sparkle) to the gold-dipped jars and bottles on the tables, to the striped runners, to the fox-topped, succulent-surrounded, gold meringue cake, it's full of vibrancy and fun, and with a bride and groom who closed the dancefloor at 5am no less, it's no surprise. I just love couples who have fun planning their Big Day, and who make it a reflection of their relationship - and these two even invited the prize Brahman cows in for a couple of pics. It's farm wedding fabulousness all the way.

The Proposal
Advice for Future Brides & Grooms
It depends if they're DIYing all the way and if they've made use of a venue, but I'd say - PINTEREST! PINTEREST! PINTEREST!
Make sure that you put your guests first. They come a long way to celebrate with you and most of them need to arrange accommodation and they usually give you a gift as well - it's worth it making them feel special and appreciated!
Don't fret too much about the small things, at the end of the day it's mostly about the people you invite and the love you and your new husband share. I have never been that in love with anyone as I was on my wedding day - relax and enjoy it! It really does go by so fast! If you knew me, you'd know I LOVE surprises, simply because it's difficult to surprise me. I'm one of those who spoil my own surprises by acting like Nancy Drew and digging up information, picking up on small nuances, etc. I knew that Pieter had asked my parents to marry me but I did not know when or even if he really wanted to. I was part of an action netball team in Bloemfontein at the time, and that Thursday, we had a 6pm game. My best friend, who owns the most wonderful deli and coffee shop, Marmelade Deli, had phoned earlier that day and asked if I would pick her up after work because she had a flat tire - I didn't suspect a thing. I got there, saw her car (no flat), and thought to myself "Oh my word, Sarique, sometimes you can be so paranoid!". As I was entering the deli, 'On Top of the World' by Imagine Dragons began playing. There were big balloons and the most handsome man, dressed to impress I might add, on his knees asking me to marry him. We were both so nervous and emotional that I couldn't say anything else but YES! It was so special to spend that amazing moment with the people I love so dearly - and I have never been that surprised in my life! They did a really good job :)

You can see more from this wedding on the Photo Case blog.

SERVICE PROVIDERS
Catering: Winterton Catering Services (Wilma Bondesio 0722478967) | Photography: Casey Pratt at Photo Case Photography | Co-Ordinator: Sarique Wilken @ Marmelade Deli (082 945 7667) | Flowers: Prairie Roses, Winterton | Cake: Marmelade Deli | Stationery: Brandology | DJ: Margaret Whitfield | Boutonnieres & cake topper: Net 'n Kameel