October 2009
 

 

 

Summer is almost here and the wedding season is about to get into full swing! Between consultations, floral mock-ups, menu tastings, rehearsals and plenty of late nights, the Aleit team is getting set for summer.

The new season also introduces plenty of new activities. The Aleit Group is thrilled to be associated with two exciting companies, namely Stir, a contemporary catering company, and Shake and Serve, a dynamic bar service. Read all about these exciting ventures in this month’s newsletter, as well as the all-important trends that will set the look for summer.

Of course, the highlight of all our newsletters is the beautiful weddings that get showcased! This month we feature no less than six phenomenal weddings which are sure to delight.
On that note, enjoy our latest newsletter and get inspired for the exciting times that lie ahead.
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Everyone is talking about Stir, a contemporary catering company that creates delectable cuisine for weddings, corporate functions and special events. Chef Piet Marais focuses on relaxed fine dining, maintaining a delicate balance between traditional excellence and the latest culinary trends. To top it off, Stir is committed to going green by using the finest local ingredients and supporting organic farming. Visit Stir’s website to feast you eyes on the company’s offerings, and click here to view a mouth-watering Stir photo shoot styled by Aleit. www.stirfood.co.za Thank you for the fantastic shoot Joe.
 
 
 

We loved the creations of Flower Floral Design and Arum Flowers, and now we’re delighted that these two talents have joined forces! Natalie Haarhoff and Jean Badenhorst have purchased Aspen Flowers, the well-renowned florist in Long Street, Cape Town, which will now be known as Aspen & Co. For more information about this bloomin’ brilliant team, call +27 21 424 6511.
 
 
 

Here’s how to shake things up at an event! Shake and Serve is a dynamic new company that offers a mobile bar service and a full range of staff for any event across the Western Cape. From cocktails and mocktails to waitrons and wine stewards, Shake and Serve is all about flawless service, smart presentation and innovative thinking. Visit the Shake and Serve website for more information. www.shakeandserve.co.za
 
 
 
 
 

Grey has become one of the biggest trends in the last year, proving that it’s far from being dull and dreary. We love the elegance of grey and how surprisingly versatile this colour can be. Create an edgy look with gun metal greys, stony slate and dramatic charcoal, set off with various shades of off-white. If you prefer a softer style, choose delicate dove greys and faded creams for a wonderfully timeless ambience. Grey also works exceptionally well with colour (especially if hints of green are included in the palette) but the most daring brides are going grey all the way!
 
 
 

This season it’s time to mix things up! The most fashionable bridesmaids are choosing their own dresses, as long as they are perfectly suited to the wedding’s theme. Not only does this create a much more individualistic and interesting look, it also allows bridesmaids to wear the shapes and cuts that are best suited to their figures. Whether you want to show off a great pair of legs or hide some bumps and bulges, it’s a look that suits everyone.

 
 
 

Sometimes the best venue can literally be on your doorstep. If you’re planning an intimate wedding, one of the hottest venue options is to host your special day at a private home. The advantage? Your venue hiring costs will be considerably lower, or you might even be lucky enough to have a relative or friend who will offer their beautiful home for free. In addition, you’re guaranteed to enjoy complete privacy and exclusivity.
 
 
 
 
These days it’s not just the bride who enjoys pre-wedding pampering; grooms are also indulging in some TLC! In keeping with this trend, many spas are offering treatments that are specially geared towards their male clientele. We recommend a classic Swedish body massage to get relaxed before the big day, coupled with a revitalising men’s facial. Lastly, a basic manicure is must for a neat, polished appearance.
 
 
 
Hotdogs, hamburgers and chips… these are all things that don’t have to appear on a modern kid’s menu. Perhaps it’s the influence of chefs such as Jamie Oliver, but there is simply no excuse for children’s food not to be healthy and delicious too. At the recent christening of Aleit and Madri’s beautiful baby daughter, Kateline, a tasty variety of snacks were prepared for all the younger guests. Watch out for a detailed behind-the-scenes look into the occasion on TV and a leading magazine!
 
 
 
Turquoise or teal? Daisies or damask? There are so many décor details to consider for your wedding that it can be quite daunting! One of the best ways to put together a look is to find images and fabric swatches that capture your style. Tear up magazines, browse through websites and even look at paint swatches for colour inspiration. Once you’ve got a good selection of pictures, put them in a scrapbook to take along to consultations with your coordinator and florist. It’ll help them to create moodboards that capture your look, and give you the assurance that the styling will be perfect.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
We’re delighted the Aleit Group Fan Page has reached 1000 members! The page is updated on a daily basis and features plenty of ideas, tips and lively discussions, as well as all the latest news from our team. If you’re not yet a fan, visit the page to sign up.
 
 
 
We recently coordinated a gorgeous wedding in the scenic Swellendam countryside, and what a wedding it was! We can’t resist offering you a glimpse of the occasion, which was held on a beautiful family farm. Months of planning went into perfecting the day, and we also had to pull off some very careful logistical coordination. As the pictures show, the result was spectacular.
 
 
 
Aleit Wedding Coordination and Top Billing are just about to make another fairy tale come true! With Aleit Wedding Coordination as the exclusive planning consultancy, Top Billing has invited couples planning to get married in the near future to stand the chance to win a wedding worth R500,000.00. After an intensive selection process which included over one thousand entries, ten couples have been shortlisted to participate in the competition. Over the next few weeks Top Billing viewers will get to know the different contestants on the show, as well as vote for their favourite couple on the Top Billing website. Once the winning couple has been chosen, they will celebrate their big day in early November, perfectly planned by Aleit himself! Visit Top Billing’s website for all the latest news about this fabulous competition.
 
 

Wedding Coordinators: The Aleit Group, www.aleit.co.za
Venue and Accommodation: Zorgvliet Wine Estate, www.zorgvliet.co.za
Food:Ginja and Shoga Restaurant, passionfood@iafrica.com
Bar and Drinks: Shake and Serve, www.shakeandserve.co.za
Bedouin tent: Tentation, www.tentation.co.za
Flowers and Decor: Aspen and Co., www.aspenflowers.co.za
Flooring: Event Flooring www.eventflooring.co.za
Lounge Furniture: Lounge Around, www.loungearound.co.za
Wedding Dress and Suit: Jagadi Houte Couture, www.jagadi.com
Hiring: Event Hire, www.ehire.co.za
Live Music: Classical Trio and Nomfusi, www.aleit.co.za
Stationery: Elsje Designs, www.elsje.co.za
Bridal Car: Wijnland Executive Tours, iclassic@telkomsa.net
Catering Equipment: Top Table, www.toptable.co.za
Wedding Cake: The Hunt House Kitchen, kanyahunt@telkomsa.net
Sound and Lighting: Something Different Concepts and Shows www.something-differnt.co.za
Hair and Make Up: Luciano dos Santos, rikilu76@gmail.com
Photographer: Naked Bulb, joe@joe.com
Videographer: ZaraZoo, www.zara-zoo.com
 
 
 

Photography by Du Wayne, Jean-Pierre Uys, Joe, Ryan Graham, Christine Meintjes, Theresa Fourie, Jan-Hendrik and Riekert Cloete
Design by TOUA

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