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Genevieve Maskell

Married on Feb 10, 2018 in Northern Cape

 

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Magical Moments

 

Highlight of the day walking down the aisle with my father & i only had eyes for my future husband. i was so excited and could not wait to marry Ivan.

We also had a random owl present during the ceremony, sitting on a branch above us!!

The weather held up, as we had thunderstorms all week leading up to our big day, and it turn into a beautiful Summer afternoon and evening.

When our guests lit up sparklers and stood around the dance floor underneath the stars was a very special moment

The Honeymoon

 

Mauritius- Sensimar Lagoon in the North

Beautiful resort & perfect place to relax after your wedding celebration!

Wedding Gallery

 

My Special Day

Wedding look: green, nature, natural, outdoor, farm style with a hint of elegance
Hair & make up was done by my friend Monique Retief who has her own hair studio - Oppieplaas on their farm.
Wedding dress: special friend, Megan Strydom, whom I've known since grade 1; today she is a very successful fashion designer & dress maker @Megan Design Studio. Absolutely loved my dress it was exactly what I wanted and fitted me like a glove.
Shoes I bought from Dunes @Edgars store. Heels were perfect and comfortable to move around.
Jewellery- Rose gold earrings and bracelet from Swarovski

The Venue

New Holme Karoo Boutique
New Holme Guest farm is situated halfway between Johannesburg and Cape Town on the N1, and can accommodate 27 guests.
The farm, outdoor & beautiful landscape of the Karoo convinced us to have our wedding here.
Owners, PC & Mariska Ferreira, did so much for us on the day and the days leading up to it!
All of my close family and family friends stayed the night most of our guests arrived the Thursday pre-wedding celebration!
www.karoogariep.co.za

Karoo Boutique Wedding Venue

Karoo Boutique Wedding Venue

Karoo Gariep Nature Reserve, known for its peace and tranquility; the sweeping secluded landscapes and breathtaking vistas of the Karoo countryside; the warm hospitality of the...

My Bridal Beauty Regime

I spend a lot of time outside in the sun.
Tip: wear Sunscreen sp30 Summer/ Winter everyday of your life
I use Nimue skin products.
Am: I wash , cleanse and day cream and apply sunscreen
Pm: wash, tone and night cream.
I use a Nimue mask once a week.
Facial once a month at a skincare salon
We are active on the farm. I take the dogs every morning early for a walk /run. I love horse riding and gardening and helping out with the sheep. This keeps me fit and healthy.
Thanks to Charnè du Toit (Beautician)

Wedding Elements

Simply industries/ tents from Bloemfontein - provided us with a beautiful stretch tent; dance floor & all the lighting inside the tent and outside over the dance floor. This company was great they came to set it up 2 days prior to wedding and came to take it down after the wedding! It was spectacular...
Decor & furniture - Grand Room Design. Loved my rose gold cutlery was my favorite & the Springbok horns with a tint of rose gold glitter
Flowers - at the reception was done by Aneen Maskell (she was also my wedding planner). It had my favorite flower the white lily
Bouquets - done by my talented aunt ,Doreen Jordaan, she is also owner of Karoo weddings diva

Grand Room Design

Grand Room Design

Timeless elegance, executed to perfection! We celebrate style.

My Groom And His Groomsmen

Men hired suits from Eurosuit in Bloemfontein.

Which included all their accessories.

Shoes are from Woolworths

Beautiful Bridesmaids

Ronel du Plessis - Laptec

We got the idea on the internet and she made the bridesmaids dresses. I wanted the mint color look, very feminine and soft.

Long dress, light and comfortable

Marriage Officer

My uncle, Rev. Rod Botsis, from Cape Town.

My Captured Moments

Tania Allen Photography

Assistant photographer:

Tania Allen Photography

Tania Allen Photography

From the intimate engagement shoot in a beautiful spot to the crazy dance moves after the wedding itself, it’s all about love.

The Wedding Planner

Aneen Maskell - very talented

Aneen helped me with all the planning and organizing of our wedding in 8 months.
She also did all the decorating of the reception, flowers on the tables

Food & Cake

Food was prepared by Mariska Ferreira( owner of New Holme guest farm) and her fantastic team.
She also won Queen of the Kitchen in 2018
Wedding cake - made by Janine Viljoen - local caterer & owner of Vetmuis, Richmond

Wedding Stationery

Lize Swartz - based in Cradock Eastern Cape

The Reception and Entertainment

We had a local DJ, he was great, last people left at 4 am that morning!! Music always keep people going, but good music keeps a party alive and fun!

Wedding Services Used

 
Eurosuit

Eurosuit

Eurosuit has established itself as the leading brand in men’s formal wear hire and sale.

Grand Room Design

Grand Room Design

Timeless elegance, executed to perfection! We celebrate style.

Tania Allen Photography

Tania Allen Photography

From the intimate engagement shoot in a beautiful spot to the crazy dance moves after the wedding itself, it’s all about love.

Karoo Boutique Wedding Venue

Karoo Boutique Wedding Venue

Karoo Gariep Nature Reserve, known for its peace and tranquility; the sweeping secluded landscapes and breathtaking vistas of the Karoo countryside; the warm hospitality of the...