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Arita Jooste (Niemand)

Arita Jooste

Married on Sep 4, 2021 in Gauteng

 

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Magical Moments

 

We had a spectacular venue by Chez Charlene close to Lynnwood drive in Pretoria. The flowers and 5 star venue was set up exactly the way we wanted it and it was the happiest day of my life.
I remarried after 30 years and absolutely wanted to make the most memories we could, and we surely did.
We onlyhad 40 guests which made it so intimate and special and we could interact with all our guests throughout the reception.
It was beautiful and I will never forget it.
I designed my own dress and made it halfway and then requested Mina from Bellamina to finish it.
She did a fantastic job.
Everyone just loved my dress and veil and says its so fairy-tale-like and I looked like Cindarella.
That was exactly the look I wanted and I really did feel like a princess.
Dress had a blush pink undertone.
I would like to share my beautiful memories and photos with other mature ladies my age and give them inspiration for their day if they would find their true love later in their lives.
Doesn't matter how old you are, its never to late to find your prince and marry him and feel like a real princess.

The Honeymoon

 

We have not yet gone on honeymoon as we are under work pressure but will take our break later this year.

Wedding Gallery

 

My Special Day

My make-up was done by Jeanine at SkinPhd in Zambezi, Magalieskruin. It was a smokey eye with very light pink. My hair was done by Jacque from same salon. I loved everything about my look

The Venue

5 star Venue Chez Charlene, Lynnwood drive, Pretoria with 40 intimate family and friends as guests.
Some of us overnight at the venue.

Chez Charlene

Chez Charlene

Chez Charlene boasts the grandeur of its flawless architecture coupled with picturesque gardens and lavish fields where horses graze and gallop, all the ingredients to create l...

My Bridal Beauty Regime

I lost 54 kgs and as I reached my goal weight I met my husband and we fell in love immediately.
We were meant to be together and we knew it from day one.
I didnt do much before hand as to only live and eat healthy.

Wedding Elements

I had pienk and white roses and all fresh from the market and fresh Orchids on the tables with pink candles, goldish serviettes and golden serviette rings with pink and glass underplates.

My Groom And His Groomsmen

We did not have any groomsmen or bridesmaids.

Marriage Officer

Our Pastor Thinus Pretorius

My Captured Moments

My brother was my photographer and took over 2500 photos. He had two cameras and his son Rynhard helped him.

The Wedding Planner

Deone and Charlene from Chez Charlene did everything for me

Chez Charlene

Chez Charlene

Chez Charlene boasts the grandeur of its flawless architecture coupled with picturesque gardens and lavish fields where horses graze and gallop, all the ingredients to create l...

Wedding Transport

I got dressed at the venue so didnt need transport. It was right behind the chapel.

Food & Cake

Chez Charlene prepared our food and it was of absolute 5 star quality. My sister-in-law Anneline Niemand made my wedding cake and Cheez Charlene supplied the roses.

Wedding Stationery

I had special invitations and asked Dorette to print on the inside of the invitation.
Each invitation were sent to our guests by Postnet

The Reception and Entertainment

We had a wonderful dance floor which wwe opened. Stven was our sound engineer (through Chez Charlene) an Lyndi Lee was our singer/entertainer.
No we didnt go for dance lessons, my husband couldnt dance but we didnt let that stop us, we chose a song that we could move slowly over the floor with lots of smoke so no one could see if we made it or didnt....hahaha!!

Wedding Services Used

 
Chez Charlene

Chez Charlene

Chez Charlene boasts the grandeur of its flawless architecture coupled with picturesque gardens and lavish fields where horses graze and gallop, all the ingredients to create l...