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Today’s weddings are all about personalisation. The traditional rules have relaxed and more couples are choosing to stamp their own style on their celebrations. Doing so is easier than it sounds (so don’t panic!) and often starts with a theme or something as simple as a favourite object. For the latest issue of Wedding Inspirations, ... more

You don’t have to be a natural artist to be able to embrace the DIY wedding trend. Nor do you suddenly have to custom-make every aspect of your big day yourselves. Rather, a few simple handmade elements will provide the personal touch that modern-day weddings crave (read: demand!). For inspiration, seek out this gorgeous book ... more

Blame it on the Oscars and the Golden Globes, but we simply can’t get enough of fashion at the moment. And while we eagerly wait to see what top local designers such as Abigail Betz, KLUK CGDT and Gavin Rajah unveil over the next few days at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg, we’ve been browsing the ... more

Here are more fabulous theme ideas to help you personalise your big day and make it memorable. Remember to reflect the theme in everything from your wedding stationery (think invitations, thank you notes, place cards) and table decor to your cake and colour scheme. Globetrotter – For couples who love to travel, this theme is ... more

The red carpet may not seem the most obvious place to find bridal inspiration but this year’s film award season was filled with A-listers in striking, wedding-worthy gowns! White, nude and soft pastel hues abounded, while other key bridal fashion trends such as sheer fabrics, asymmetric necklines, soft sleeves and sleek silhouettes also featured. Here ... more

As weddings become more personal (and dare we say, more fun?), an increasing number of brides and grooms are opting to theme their big day. Inspiration is everywhere – from colour schemes and the actual season to favourite movies, weekend pastimes and the wedding venue itself. Just remember for the theme to really work, it ... more

It’s the colour of love, passion and romance; a bold, fiery shade that grabs attention – and holds it! Here then, in honour of Valentine’s Day, are some tips on how to incorporate red successfully into your wedding decor. Because red is such a strong colour, it can be overwhelming if used too much. For ... more

Browsing beautiful wedding photographs is one of the best aspects of our job at Wedding Inspirations magazine. We relish the fact that we get to admire other people’s creativity and call it work; and we get giddy with excitement when we come across fresh ideas and fabulous talent. So you can just imagine our joy ... more

You’re madly in love and eager to spend the rest of your lives together, only he hasn’t popped the question yet. Sound familiar? Then why not surprise him with a proposal? 2012 is a leap year after all, which, according to ancient folklore, allows ladies the “privilege” of proposing marriage, rather than merely saying ‘”yes” ... more

If you’re feeling worn out by 2012 already, one look at Tangerine Tango – Pantone’s colour of the year – will definitely boost your mood! This vivacious reddish-orange hue has been chosen by the colour authority as the shade to see us through the coming year and as a result will influence fashion, decor… and ... more