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Pink Book Weddings
Marlé and Tracy continued their adventure in Cape Town. This episode is the final of a 3 part series of Real Advice from Real Brides. The high tea continued at the One & Only Hotel with the 3 lucky Pink Book brides. Topics for discussion where all the nitty-gritty details of planning a wedding.
Topics discussed
Which vendors were the most difficult to book? What did you wish someone told you before you started planning your wedding? Having me-time on your wedding day What was the toughest part to spend money on? Were there any sacrifices you had to make for your wedding? What did you wish you'd did differently? As a married lady, what are you most looking forward to?
Marlé and Tracy continued their adventure in Cape Town. This episode is the second of a 3 part series of Real Advice from Real Brides. The high tea continued at the One & Only Hotel with the 3 lucky Pink Book brides. Topics for discussion where decor of weddings, wedding themes and wedding flowers.
Topics discussed:
Wedding Decor Wedding Flowers Wedding Theme Save The Dates Wedding Invitations Wedding Attire Wedding Inspiration Succulents for your Wedding Wedding DIY Gifts for the Guys Wedding Dress
Marlé and Tracy are off on another adventure in Cape Town - this time, they set up shop at the One & Only Hotel for a high tea hosting 3 lucky Pink Book brides. This episode will be the first of a 3 part series of Real Advice from Real Brides.
Topics discussed
The excitement of being engaged How to pick your wedding date Finding and selecting your dream wedding venue Booking your wedding photographer Information about the Brides Nontraditional wedding Dating time before getting engage How long to be engage When to start planning your wedding Rain on your wedding day
We recently travelled up to Johannesburg to meet and greet all the big names in the wedding industry in Gauteng. This episode features Thabo Matlhako from The Aleit Group - he is the top dog in Johannesburg for their corporate events and sat down with us to talk about the differences between Cape Town and Johannesburg Weddings and Events.
Topics discussed • The history of The Aleit Group • How Thabo landed a job at Aleit • Why he thinks Cape Town suppliers are much more professional • The average budget for Gauteng weddings • Are Gauteng suppliers more expensive or more affordable than Western Cape suppliers? • Why do so many Gauteng couples come to Cape Town to get married? • Where is the hub for interracial and same-sex marriage - Gauteng or Cape Town? • What are the attractions in Gauteng for couples wanting to get married? • City Chic Weddings • The most elaborate event Thabo has been involved in
Important links: • Aleit Group
People Mentioned: • Aleit Swanepoel
Next Week's Episode: Marlé and Tracy are off on another adventure in Cape Town - this time, they set up shop at the One & Only Hotel for a high tea hosting 4 lucky Pink Book brides. This episode will be the first of a 3 part series of Real Talk with Real Brides. Topics for discussion at this fancy event where the excitement of being engaged, how to pick your wedding date, finding and selecting your dream wedding venue, and the very important task of booking your wedding photographer.
Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Tracy and Marlé at the One & Only Hotel with 4 guests of honour. If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask Thabo Matlhako a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
We travelled up to Johannesburg to see what the wedding buzz in the City of Gold is all about. First up, we sit down with Tumi Malatsi from RIL Weddings and Events to teach us everything there is to know about Traditional African Weddings. We discover the traditions and customs that go with hosting a truly traditional wedding - and have lots of laughs in between!
Topics discussed
How RIL Weddings was started How does a traditional African engagement happen? What is Lobola and how does it work? Who are the Lobola negotiators? Who pays for the wedding? What is the average budget for a Traditional African Wedding? An African take on a Western Wedding Traditions associated with Traditional African Weddings Gifting to the families Why compiling a guest list for the African Wedding is a difficult task The average menu of African Weddings Bring your own drinks! Who gets to be part of the bridal party? How are the wedding outfits chosen? Who gives the bride away? Why nobody expects an African bride to be on time Wedding gifts for the African couple Honeymooning How our cultures have mixed and influenced each other's weddings
Important links: • RIL Weddings • Jimmy Choo • Veuve Clicquot • Moët & Chandon • Cristal • Val de Vie • Luyanda & Siya’s Top Billing Real Wedding • ShweShwe Next Week's Episode: Thabo Matlhako - The Aleit Group's top dog in Johannesburg sits down with us to talk about the differences between Cape Town and Johannesburg Weddings and Events. Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Thabo Matlhako - Aleit Group If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask Tumi Malatsi a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Charly's Bakery - @charlysbakery - Wedding Cakes and Desserts - We get to live the sweet life for a day when we head to one of Cape Town's most famous institutions - Charly's Bakery. Hannes talks to Alex (daughter of Charly) about all things chocolate, cakes and desserts at weddings. Plus we get to sample their legendary Wicked Chocolate Cake - YUM!
Topics discussed • The history of Charly's Bakery • Cake trends • How does a cake tasting/consultation work? • When should the tasting and consultation happen? • Most popular flavours for wedding cakes • Alternative ideas for non-cake eaters • What to do when guests or you have allergies or food intolerances • How to avoid cake catastrophe on hot days • What are dummy tiers and is it really advantageous to have a dummy tier? • Freezing cake - yes or no? • Cake toppers • Delivery of the wedding cake • Where does the tradition of wedding cakes come from? • How to figure how much cake you need • The most elaborate cake Charly's has ever made • How long can cake last? • How cakes differ from culture to culture • Average costing for wedding cakes • What to look for in a cake baker
Important links: • V&A Waterfront • Ogilvy • Associated Magazines
Next Week's Episode: We travelled up to Johannesburg to see what the wedding buzz in the City of Gold is all about. First up, we sit down with Tumi Malatsi from RIL Weddings and Events to teach us everything there is to know about traditional African Weddings. We discover the traditions and customs that go with hosting a truly traditional wedding - and have lots of laughs in between!
Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Tumi Malatsi - RIL Weddings and Events • Thabo Matlhako - Aleit Group
If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask Charly's Bakery a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Tracy Branford - @TrunkEvents - Weddings at Home. Tracy and Marlé visit the brand newSilo Hotel in Cape Town for a glass of wine to discuss everything you need to know about having your wedding at home (or a non-traditional wedding venue). We look at the costs you would need to incur to make your spectacular dream wedding happen when you need to hire everything in, and we discuss all of the pros and cons of choosing to forego an established venue. Topics discussed • Structure - Stretch tents, A-Frame, Glass Marquee • Ablutions - infrastructure you'd need to rent • Flooring - why it's necessary • Catering - Satellite kitchens and the extras required to set up a kitchen • Electricity requirements - is a generator a must? • Lighting - what should be included except for candles and ambient lighting • How to handle neighbours and security • What decor items should be hired in? • What extra staff should you budget for? • Waste removal - who takes out the trash? • Bar setup - how does it differ from a traditional venue wedding? Important links: • Silo Hotel • The Met • Wedding Central Next Week's Episode: We get to live the sweet life for a day when we head to one of Cape Town's most famous institutions - Charly's Bakery. We talk about all things chocolate, cakes and puddings at weddings. YUM! Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Charly's Bakery - @charlysbakery - Wedding Cakes and Sweets If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask the boys from Tracy Branford a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Stu Shapiro - InstaBooth - Our Wedding Technology Expert talks to us about all the latest tech trends in Weddings, from drones to Whatsapp and Instagram printers, photo booths, Silent Disco, hidden cameras, 3D Printed cake decorations and so much more. We discuss all the ways you can use technology at your wedding to enhance your own and your guests' experience, plus making cool and lasting memories in a completely unique way.
Topics discussed • How the technology boom created a need for BrandRocket • Is Twitter dead? • What is InstaBooth? • WhatsApp printing - the newest technology for weddings • Hidden Bouquet Camera • Live video editing at weddings • 3D printing in South Africa • Selfie sticks at the reception - yay or nay? • Pros & Cons of Social Media at your wedding • GIF Photobooths • Drone videography at the wedding • Live streaming your wedding • Silent Disco - why this is making it's way into the wedding industry Important links: • Instabooth
Next Week's Episode: Tracy Branford - @TrunkEvents - Weddings at Home. Tracy and Marlé visit the brand new Silo Hotel in Cape Town for a glass of wine to discuss everything you need to know about having your wedding at home (or a non-traditional wedding venue). We look at the costs you would need to incur to make your spectacular dream wedding happen when you need to hire everything in, and we discuss all of the pros and cons of choosing to forego an established venue.
Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Tracy Branford - @TrunkEvents - Weddings at Home • Charly's Bakery - @charlysbakery - Wedding Cakes and Sweets
If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask the boys from Stu Shapiro a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) is the Cape Town Wedding Planning Whizzkid – our go-to resource for all wedding planning questions. We dive deep into the wedding budget - what you should be spending on which services and where you can cut corners, plus we talk about the final two weeks before your wedding in the final installment of our three-part Wedding Planning Advice series.
Topics discussed • How to plan your budget • Avoiding pitfalls with non-refundable deposits • The 4 most important things to spend on • How to avoid costs adding up • Last minute details that pop up • How to deal with little things that could go wrong • What the industry standard is for wedding planners' fees • How does breakdown after the wedding work? • How disputes on damages or breakages are handled • Changing your mind - how much is too much? • Charity Registries - the newest trend! • Sustainability at weddings - taking care of nature and the people around you
Important links: • Wedding Planning Checklist • Tablecloth Hiring
Next Week's Episode: Stu Shapiro - InstaBooth - Our Wedding Tech Expert talks to us about all the latest technology trends in Weddings, from drones to Whatsapp and Instagram printers, photo booths, Silent Disco, hidden cameras, 3D Printed cake decorations and so much more. We discuss all the ways you can use technology at your wedding to enhance your own and your guests' experience, plus making cool and lasting memories in a completely unique way.
Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Stu Shapiro - InstaBooth - Wedding Tech Expert • Tracy Branford - @EventsTrunk - Weddings at Home
If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask the boys from Tracy Branford a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Sam Scarborough - Magnificent Wedding Makeup Magician. Sam visits us to tell us everything you need to know about Wedding Hair and Makeup. She talks about the latest trends, how to ensure a flawless, picture-perfect look for any weather condition, and we talk about those dreaded pimples.
Topics discussed • How she got started in the makeup industry • Wedding makeup trends • Bridal hairstyles • How she helps a bride find the perfect bridal look • Spectacles vs Contact Lenses • How to make your makeup work even when you wear spectacles • Pimples and Blemishes - How to avoid them before the wedding • Facials - when to have deep cleansing facials, and when to have a pampering facial • How to prepare your face on the morning of the wedding • Why you should stay away from SPF on your wedding day • When you should go for your trial and what you should wear • Lashes: Strip vs Clusters vs Lash Extensions • How much time you need for hair and makeup • How to ensure your makeup stays amazing all day • When to stop experimenting with your hair • When should you wash your hair before the wedding? • Should your man also have a bit of male grooming • Tanning: Spray Tan vs Sunbathing vs Sunbed
Important links: • Hert & Carter • Wedding Trends Podcast • MAC Studio Fix • MAC Prep & Prime Finishing Powder • The Tan Lab • White Lilly Bridal
People mentioned: • Jo Borkett
Next Week's Episode:
Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) is the Cape Town Wedding Planning Whizzkid – our go-to resource for all wedding planning questions. We dive deep into the wedding budget - what you should be spending on which serves and where you can cut corners, plus we talk about the final two weeks before your wedding in the final instalment of our three-part Wedding Planning Advice series.
Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Stu Shapiro - InstaBooth - Wedding Tech Expert • Tracy Branford - (@EventsTrunk) - Weddings at Home
If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask the boys from Sam Scarborough a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Slippery Spoon Kitchen - Johnny Hamman and Marius Uys - The boys from the highly acclaimed Slippery Spoon Kitchen joins us for a tantalising look into food experiences at weddings - and they tell us why they don't call it catering anymore! We talk about their Kokkedoor shenanigans, they entertain us with their witty banter, they tell us about their most outrageous functions and impressive dishes. Topics discussed • How their Kokkedoor experienced launched their superstar brand • How their background in events prepared them for Slippery Spoon Kitchen • Why they don't call themselves caterers • How they keep their menus exciting and innovative • Why it's imortant to get to know the chef before the wedding • Budgeting for excellent food • Wedding Food Trends • How to cut costs on your catering bill Weekly discovery PJ Pops is the latest craze in boozy-based treats. JML Consulting is the driving force behind PJ Pops – icy wine pops from Haute Cabrière in Franschhoek. PJ Pops come in two varieties – a Chardonnay Pinot Noir pop or the MCC pop and are vegan-friendly with no added preservatives and is the perfect way to keep your guests cool at the reception. Great for pre-drinks for an outdoor wedding, or late night pick-me-ups – how fun! *Freebie only valid for Cape Town and Johannesburg listeners. Important links: • By Word of Mouth • Aleit Group • Kokkedoor • Mount Nelson • Stir Food • Wild Peacock • Wedding Concepts • PJ Marketing • La Colombe • We Want Plates • Kraak • Clare Wiese‘s (@clarewiese ) wedding • Een Maal People mentioned: • Emsie Schoeman • Peter Veldsman • Sonja Heroldt • Brümilda van Rensburg • Bertus Basson (@BassonBertus) • Johnny Hamman (@NotHamButMan) • Giorgio Nava Next Week's Episode: Sam Scarborough - Magnificent Makeup Magician. Sam visits us to tell us everything you need to know about Wedding Hair and Makeup. She talks about the latest trends, how to ensure a flawless, picture perfect for any weather condition. Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Sam Scarborough - Magnificent Makeup Magician • Stu Shapiro - InstaBooth - Wedding Tech Expert If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask the boys from Slippery Spoon Kitchen a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Jaco van Loggerenberg - Debonair Drinks Mogul reveals the upcoming trends for Wedding Cocktails, we talk about crafting cocktails for your predrinks, how to set up the bar properly and all the logistics you need to know to keep your guests hydrated and jolly. Topics discussed • How his background in food and beverage prepared him for his career in the wedding industry • What you should be budgeting for the wedding drinks bill • How to save on your wedding drinks bill • How corkage works at venues • Open bar vs limited open bar vs cash bar • What to serve at the ceremony • Pre-dinner drinks options • Hidden costs to look out for • Wedding drinks trends • Gin and Tonic stations • Craft beer at weddings • How much bubbly you need • Cocktails at weddings • What does a "full mobile bar service" mean? • Should you tip bartenders at a wedding? • How intoxicated guests should be dealt with • Is it acceptable for bartenders to drink at the request of guests? • How you can make sure a guest doesn't leave without paying at the cash bar Weekly discovery Fizzeco is the latest offering in Wedding Pre-Drinks. Fizzeco is a Prosecco-like sparkling wine which is served on tap. No more bottles standing around – this comes in an elegant, neat and compact keg holding up to 150 glasses! Important links: • Shake & Serve • The Aleit Group • Just Jack • Stir Food • The Aleit Academy • Top Table • Exclusive Hire • Downings Hiring • ABRU • Strandveld First Sighting Sauvignon Blanc Next Week's Episode: Slippery Spoon Kitchen - Johnny Hamman and Marius Uys - The boys from the highly acclaimed Slippery Spoon Kitchen joins us for a tantalising look into food experiences at weddings - and they tell us why they don't call it catering anymore! Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Slippery Spoon Kitchen - Johnny Hamman and Marius Uys - Killer Kitchen Cowboys • Sam Scarborough - Magnificent Makeup Magician • Stu Shapiro - InstaBooth - Wedding Tech Expert If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask Jaco van Loggerenberg a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) is the Cape Town Wedding Planning Whizzkid – our go-to resource for all wedding planning questions. She advises us on flowers, decor, lighting, wedding favours and stationery in the second of our three-part Wedding Planning Advice series. Topics discussed • How to choose your wedding theme • Clever ways to ensure your theme doesn't have a conflicting look • Wedding Trends of 2017 • Do you really need a wedding planner? • How to plan your wedding without a wedding coordinator • How to choose your wedding flowers • Decor elements you can exclude to save on your budget • Mood lighting • Is printed wedding stationery still necessary? • Why Save the Dates are a must-have • Wedding Websites • Cool ideas for wedding favours Important links: • Wedding Planning Checklist • Pantone Greenery • 2017 Wedding Trends • Noisy Oyster • Fleur le Cordeur • Petals Group • Bunches for Africa • Lourensford • Food Lover's Market • Consol • Marlé's Wedding People mentioned: • Heike le Cordeur Next Week's Episode: Jaco van Loggerenberg - Debonair Drinks Mogul reveals the upcoming trends for Wedding Cocktails, we talk about crafting cocktails for your predrinks, how to set up the bar properly and all the logistics you need to know to keep your guests hydrated and jolly. Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Jaco van Loggerenberg - Debonair Drinks Mogul • Slippery Spoon Kitchen - Johnny Hamman and Marius Uys - Killer Kitchen Cowboys • Sam Scarborough - Magnificent Makeup Magician If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask Tracy Branford a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of our Facebook page and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef) - Wedding Registry Rulers. Fiona Hilton is the lady in charge of South Africa's most extensive Wedding Registry - Yuppiechef. From small beginnings to being the last word in Wedding Gifting, Fiona takes us through everything you need to know about wedding registries.
Topics discussed • How Yuppiechef was started • How Fiona joined Yuppiechef • How products make it from supplier to listed product • How Yuppiechef merged kitchen products with the wedding market • The pros of having an online wedding registry • How Yuppiechef bridges the gap between online shopping and tactile perception of products • Popular items to add to your registry • Most popular items guests buy from a registry • Average spend per guest • How double purchases are prevented • When your gifts are delivered • Cost saving tips • How much you should add to the registry • Must have items on your registry
Weekly discovery BrandRocket is South Africa’s newest technological offering to the wedding industry. Think about the convenience of an instant photo booth, with the hipster, millennial use of hashtags and Instagram – and you get Instabooth! An instant printer that uses the hashtag you give your guests to use, which will print a polaroid-like photo the instant the image is posted to social media – what a fabulous way to entertain your guests and get extra behind the scenes memories of your wedding day!
Important links: • Yuppiechef Registry • Le Creuset • Big Green Egg • KitchenAid • Wüsthoff • Terry Lustre Towels • Rustenburg • Ella's Kitchen • Yuppiechef Cooking School • Global • Mode Fridge Monkey • Simmer Mat • Nutribullet • Nespresso
People mentioned: • Luke Dale Roberts • Pete Goffe-Wood (@PeteGW) • Franck Dangereux • Sarah Graham • Kamini Pather
Next Week's Episode: Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) is the Cape Town Wedding Planning Whizzkid – our go-to resource for all wedding planning questions. She advises us on flowers, decor, lighting, wedding favours and stationery in the second of our three-part Wedding Planning Advice series.
Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) - Wedding Planning Whizzkid • Jaco van Loggerenberg - Debonair Drinks Mogul
If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask Fiona Hilton a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of the blog and we’ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Riaan Geldenhuys (@Cape DJs) - Dazzling Wedding DJ - Riaan gives us advice on how to choose your wedding DJ and the wedding entertainment plus different types of wedding tents and the pros and cons of having a tented wedding reception. Topics discussed • How he started his 20-year career in the wedding industry • What makes a good Wedding DJ • How to choose your Wedding DJ • When to book your DJ • Why technical issues happen at weddings • Tips on the DJ booth placement • Is it necessary to have a DJ at the ceremony/pre-drinks? • Cordless vs Corded Microphones • The advantages of having additional lighting • Different types of Wedding Tents • Colours available in tents • Limitations/requirements on having a tent at your wedding • Flooring solutions for outdoor weddings • What you need when getting married on a non-venue location - like a family farm • Pros and Cons of having a tented wedding reception • The funniest moments of his career Weekly discovery Fizzeco is the latest offering in Wedding Pre-Drinks. Fizzeco is a Prosecco-like sparkling wine which is served on tap. No more bottles standing around – this comes in an elegant, neat and compact keg holding up to 150 glasses! Important links: • Cape Tents • Cape DJs • JBL Speakers • Sure Microphones Next Week's Episode: Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef) - Wedding Registry Rulers. Fiona Hilton is the lady in charge of South Africa's most extensive Wedding Registry - Yuppiechef. From small beginnings to being the last word in Wedding Gifting, Fiona takes us through everything you need to know about wedding registries. Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef) - Wedding Registry Rulers • Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) - Wedding Planning Whizzkid
Mr Muscles Hermann Schroder is a sports scientist/personal trainer from Cape Town who guarantees results! We talk about planning and getting your perfect wedding body, and how to keep that healthy lifestyle going after the wedding. His expertise lies in the science of training – Health, fitness and a balanced lifestyle is his passion! Our in-house fitness fanatic Marlé sinks her teeth into the juicy details and sifts through all of the online fitness noise to get the answers we need. Topics discussed • How his provincial rugby career led him to personal training • His chance appearance on Expresso leading to building his brand • Working with celebrities • Nutrition vs Training • His opinion on Ketogenic/HFLC eating plans • How to differentiate between fads and real healthy choices • How often we should be eating • Detox - Good or Bad? • He explains what eating clean means • Why exercise is important in your weight loss and fitness journey • Pre-workout and post-workout foods • Protein shakes - Whey, Mass builders etc • How to fit exercise into a busy lifestyle • Effectively controlling calories • Cardio vs Weight training • How to prevent injury • Muscle stiffness/soreness vs injury • Muscle strength testing • Emergency weight loss • How to maintain your weight loss after the wedding Weekly discovery BrandRocket is South Africa’s newest technological offering to the wedding industry. Think about the convenience of an instant photo booth, with the hipster, millennial use of hashtags and Instagram – and you get Instabooth! An instant printer that uses the hashtag you give your guests to use, which will print a polaroid-like photo the instant the image is posted to social media – what a fabulous way to entertain your guests and get extra behind the scenes memories of your wedding day! Important links: • Didi Couture • OnS Health • Expresso • Sport Science Institute of SA • Carte Blanche • Nutribullet • Rehidrat • Beyond Diet • Crossfit • S.W.E.A.T 1000 • Grid • Virgin Active • Switch • SleekGeek People Mentioned: • Kevin Oliver • Katlego Maboe • Ewan Strydom • Leigh-Anne Williams • Liezel van der Westhuizen • Michael Mol • Isabel De Los Rios Next Week's Episode: Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef) - Wedding Registry Rulers. Fiona Hilton is the lady in charge of South Africa's most extensive Wedding Registry - Yuppiechef. From small beginnings to being the last word in Wedding Gifting, Fiona takes us through everything you need to know about wedding registries. Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef) - Wedding Registry Rulers • Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) - Wedding Planning Whizzkid
Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) is the Cape Town Wedding Planning Whizzkid - our go-to resource for all wedding planning questions. She advises us on how and where exactly to start the wedding planning process in the first of a three-part Wedding Planning Advice series. We chat about which vendors should be booked first right after your engagement, and what kinds of questions you should be asking before you make bookings to ensure you stay on track with your budget.
Topics discussed
• How her background in fashion set her up for events • Her most elaborate weddings • How she caters to international guests • Why meeting with a wedding planner first is the most important start • How to find a Wedding Venue • Deciding on a venue or a date - which takes precedent • How much of your budget should go towards your venue • Average costing of venues • How to decipher quotes from venues • Seasonal things to consider when choosing a venue • The pros and cons of in-house caterers • When to send save the dates • How to decide on the number of guests to invite • How to set up the wedding budget • How to pick the Wedding Photographer
Weekly discovery
PJ Pops is the latest craze in boozy-based treats. JML Consulting is the driving force behind PJ Pops – icy wine pops from Haute Cabrière in Franschhoek. PJ Pops come in two varieties – a Chardonnay Pinot Noir pop or the MCC pop and are vegan-friendly with no added preservatives and is the perfect way to keep your guests cool at the reception. Great for pre-drinks for an outdoor wedding, or late night pick-me-ups – how fun! *Freebie only valid for Cape Town and Johannesburg listeners.
Important links:
• Downloadable Wedding Checklist • ZaraZoo Photography • Webersburg • Vineyard Hotel
People Mentioned:
• Stefan Steenkamp
Next Week's Episode:
Mr Muscles Hermann Schroder is a sports scientist/personal trainer from Cape Town who guarantees results! We talk about planning and getting your perfect wedding body, and how to keep that healthy lifestyle going after the wedding. His expertise lies in the science of training - Health, fitness and a balanced lifestyle is his passion!
Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast:
• Hermann Schroder - Mr Muscles • Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef) - Wedding Registry Rulers • Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) - Wedding Planning Whizzkid
Carla Thomson (@secretdiarystationery) - Stationery Star and Creative Darling talks to us about all things stationery - from invitations, save the dates, table numbers and even decor. We chat about trends, new ways to present your wedding stationery and cost saving tips to help you stay on track with your budget. They specialise in everything from Laser cutting, Letterpress designs, Embossing, Foiling and even Vinyl!
Topics discussed
How she started Secret Diary Juggling work and children How she constantly educates herself Trends for 2017 The difference between wedding stationery and wedding invitations Timelines Where her inspiration comes from Advice How she established herself as an authority in the wedding industry Budgeting tips Average stationery costing
Weekly discovery
Beefcakes is a 1950's Miami South Beach themed Club - perfect for any Bachelorette! Feast your eyes on shirtless "beefy" waiters, good diner food like gourmet burgers, naughty cocktails, body shots off the hunky boys and a spectacular over the top drag show. This is a place where girls are welcome to come for a night of harmless fun, lots of laughter and certainly a lot of blushing!
Important links:
Secret Diary Shop
Next Week's Episode:
Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) is the Cape Town Wedding Planning Whizzkid - our go-to resource for all wedding planning questions. She advises us on how and where exactly to start the wedding planning process in the first of a three-part Wedding Planning Advice series. Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef) - Wedding Registry Rulers Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) - Wedding Planning Whizzkid If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask Carla Thomson a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of the blog and we?ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
? ? ? ? ? Carla Thomson (@secretdiarystationery) - Stationery Star and Creative Darling talks to us about all things stationery - from invitations, save the dates, table numbers and even decor. We chat about trends, new ways to present your wedding stationery and cost saving tips to help you stay on track with your budget. They specialise in everything from Laser cutting, Letterpress designs, Embossing, Foiling and even Vinyl!
Topics discussed
How she started Secret Diary Juggling work and children How she constantly educates herself Trends for 2017 The difference between wedding stationery and wedding invitations Timelines Where her inspiration comes from Advice How she established herself as an authority in the wedding industry Budgeting tips Average stationery costing
Weekly discovery
Beefcakes is a 1950's Miami South Beach themed Club - perfect for any Bachelorette! Feast your eyes on shirtless "beefy" waiters, good diner food like gourmet burgers, naughty cocktails, body shots off the hunky boys and a spectacular over the top drag show. This is a place where girls are welcome to come for a night of harmless fun, lots of laughter and certainly a lot of blushing!
Important links:
Secret Diary Shop
Next Week's Episode:
Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) is the Cape Town Wedding Planning Whizzkid - our go-to resource for all wedding planning questions. She advises us on how and where exactly to start the wedding planning process in the first of a three-part Wedding Planning Advice series. Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef) - Wedding Registry Rulers Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk) - Wedding Planning Whizzkid If you have any questions on today's podcast or you want to ask Carla Thomson a specific question, please leave them in the comments section of the blog and we?ll be glad to help and find some answers, even discussing them in upcoming podcasts.
Heike le Cordeur (@fleurlecordeur) is South Africa's Floral Fairy Godmother. She tell us about her love her for all things floral, her approach to styling weddings, her over-the-top installations that she is so well known for and so much more. Heike reveals how she has built her company Fleur le Cordeur up as one of the most revered floral design firms in South Africa, how important sustainability is to her and her business, and how branching out and diversifying her is keeping her busy and creative. (We just love the chatter of the birds in the background of her studio in Paarl!) Topics discussed • Her range of bespoke floral fabrics • How she got into floral design • The process and logistics of setting up the elaborate designs she is so known for • Juggling a successful business with raising children • What they do during the quiet season • The difference between a floral designer and a florist • How she approaches the design process • Keeping flowers in the best condition • Cost cutting tips • Which flowers are suitable for summer and which to avoid • Costing • Advice to aspiring floral designers
Weekly discovery Las Paletas is the newest offering to the wedding market, offering handmade artisan dairy and sorbet lollies. They use only seasonal fruits, herbs to luxurious ingredients like Belgian Chocolate and Salted Caramel. These lollies are 100% natural, preservative-free, colourant-free - perfect for your guests in the summer heat. You can personalise the lolly stick to include your names, the date or even your wedding logo! They also rent their Blue & White striped Retro lolly chest to keep the lollies frozen - adding a fun touch to your wedding!
Important links: • Las Paletas • White Kite Studio • Vergelegen • Nooitgedacht
People Mentioned • Anne Mann • Chris van Niekerk • Karen Tran (@karentran) • Colin Moss (@ColinMossSA)
Next Week's Episode: Carla Thompson (@secretdiarystationery) - Stationery Star and Creative Darling talks to us about all things stationery - from invitations, save the dates, table numbers and even decor. We chat about trends, new ways to present your stationery and cost saving tips to help you stay on track with your budget.
Guests in upcoming episodes of the Pink Book Wedding Podcast: • Carla Thompson (@secretdiarystationery) - Stationery Star • Yuppiechef (@yuppiechef)- Wedding Registry Rulers • Tracy Branford (@EventsTrunk)- Wedding Planning Whizzkid