So there I was just a few weeks ago, declaring my love for garlands, and here's a wedding that shows off everything I love about this gorgeous floral trend. They're pretty, they're whimsical, they're rustic-pretty-perfection, and in the case of Gem & Ben's gorgeous barn wedding, they're fynbos, which makes the heart of this South African girl soar! But beyond the lovely greenery, there is so much more to love about this wedding from the fab Abigail K. - a palette of cool blues and greens with a touch of protea pink, the spectacular gardens of Natte Valleij bathed in ethereal light and OMG Gem's amazing illusion back, frothy tulle skirt dress! This was a wedding where family was central, where love was tangible, and where lovers of rustic romantic style will find their home.

The Proposal
Memorable Moments
Ben's favourite part was me walking down the aisle. I loved that moment too, when I first saw Ben in the church, and our ceremony was very special.
Ben and I both love dogs, and during the reception the gorgeous German pointer, resident at Natte Valleij, came running in, making a grand entrance during our first dance. Ben completely surprised me after ten months of dating. Without mentioning it to anyone he went to see my parents to ask to marry me. It took him six weeks after that to find a ring and the best time and place to do it. Without being too obvious (I should have read the signs) Ben convinced me to go on a morning walk up to Silvermine, something we'd done on one of our first few dates. When we got to the look-out point I thought he was scrummaging in his bag for a camera and then out came the ring. My parents had managed to keep the secret the whole time.

You can see more from this wedding on Abigail K.'s blog.

SERVICE PROVIDERS
Venue: Natte Valleij | Catering: Red Pepper Catering | Photographer: Abigail K. | Cake: Monbonne Patisserie | Flowers & décor: Kenly Florist | Ceremony venue: St Nicholas | Bride's dress: Carole O'Reilly | Hair & makeup: Marite Crous | Groom's attire: Stuttafords | Hiring: Ten of Cups | DJ: DJ Shylo | Sound: F Sharp Music | Craft beer: Stellenbrau