Alessandra, a stunner from Italy,
and Joel, a local Cape Town boy,
met on New Year’s Eve a couple
years ago so when deciding on
their wedding date, New Year’s Eve
was a no brainer.
drama, so much so that Gordon,
the Marriage Officer announced
that “it was the most magnificent
looking bridal party he had ever
seen!” once the procession was
complete.
Waterkloof was also a natural choice
for them – with the exquisite view,
a menu to die for and the option
to party into the wee hours of the
morning celebrating both their
wedding and New Year’s, there was
just no deliberating.
Following the ceremony, guests
were ushered out onto the grass
area for pre-dinner drinks with
a
view
beyond
imagination.
Elegant, white furniture pieces was
strategically placed throughout the
lawn where guests relaxed and
indulged in the delectable canapes
and Sparkling Wine.
Alessandra and Joel were very
clear about what they wanted
and they got just that: beautifully
understated whites, sophisticated
and elegant style, paired with
loads of fun. The ceremony was
held in the Cellar with white
candles lining the aisle creating
an interesting yet romantic feeling
to this special occasion. As the
‘walk in’ song began, her gorgeous
Italian bridesmaids, adorned in
royal blue gowns stunned the
guests as they meandered down
the aisle. Alessandra, with her
Dad by her side, descended to the
cellar in the elevator with one of
the most breath-taking entrances
yet. Nothing prepared us for such
Event Affairs // Weddings
Alessandra & Joel
Upstairs in the restaurant, guests
were guided to their tables by
elegantly designed escort cards
where an incredible menu was
served! Created by French chef
Gregory Czarnecki this special
menu was based on fresh, seasonal
ingredients and mainly produced
on the Waterkloof estate.
The DJ kept the energy of the
evening up with crowd-pleasers
throughout the night right up until
the ultimate NYE count down!
Paired with amazing fireworks on
the beach and in and around the
area, guests partied the night away!
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