Petite and stylish, Olivia is a stunner. That much is obvious. But that’s not what I found especially striking about her. Rather it was her smile. Ever-present and sincere, it lit up the room. There’s this song (I can’t recall who sings it) but it reads: Whole cities light up. But nothing compares to you baby. And that’s Olivia. She can set the wold ablaze with her smile. Because smiling is not a thing she does, but rather, an outward expression of who she is. As Khalil Gibran said, beauty is not in the face: it’s a light in the heart.

I think you’ll see exactly what I mean when you browse through the wedding pics below. But before you do…let’s talk dress.

Olivia’s gown consisted of a nude mesh top that we embellished with a double layer of lace and hand-sewn silver beading that extended onto the straps. The flowing skirt was made from ivory Georgette, and featured a short train. The end result was stunning, stylish and sparkling…just like the bride!

And it wasn’t just her dress. Every detail of their big day was to die for! No surprise then that their wedding was featured on Mooi Troues. You can click here to read that article.

Alana van Heerden Wedding Gowns | Olivia

Alana van Heerden Wedding Gowns | Olivia

Alana van Heerden Wedding Gowns | Olivia

Don’t you just LOVE these bridesmaids’ dresses from Poetry. I think it looks absolutely stunning!

Alana van Heerden Wedding Gowns | Olivia

Alana van Heerden Wedding Gowns | Olivia

Photography by Aglow Photography  |  Rings by Beaudell Designs  |  Video by KovacevicBosch  |  Accommodation @ White Water Farm  |  Venue @ De Oudekraal Wedding Venue  |  Flowers & Decor by Saffron Functions  |  Stationary by Craftee Papers  |  Lights & Furniture by  Goeters  |  Music by Blair Taberer  |  DJ was Armand V  |  Makeup & Hair by Corlé Barnard