Love!
Party!!

Wedding!!

Thank you so very much!


Thank you all so very much for making our wedding the success it would never have been without you! It is with full hearts and unforgettable memories we sit back and try to take the past week in.


We are also very sorry to learn that a lot of  you are apparently unable to both read & follow instructions (we said no gifts!) but also moved to tears by all the thoughtful presents, cards and words we have received.

You are the best and we love you all! 


Please continue to share pics from the wedding here: 

https://photos.app.goo.gl/sULyJupnim2QLiry7 


For those of you who joined us in the bush, the link is; 

https://photos.app.goo.gl/VVbv1ERHnmeJiuKf6 

Laura Van Zyl 

This is Laura at a glance.

Where? 

Cermony activities will be starting at  "Thatch House on LangBaai"  73 10th Street,  Voelklip, Hermanus, 7200, Western Cape 

Map link

When? 

20220318 -20220321 Please see schedule for more information. We hope you will join us for as may of the activities as possible. 

Sebastian Geijer

This is Sebastian at a glance.

Invitation 

 Make sure you have updated your info via this link: 

The couple at a glance

Why? 

 To celebrate the wedding of Laura van Zyl and Sebastian Geijer!

FORMAL RSVP 

 Make sure you RSVP here

Please note this link includes additional important information.

Registry?

Your presence is ALL we want! 

Should you for some reason not accept this wish  and absolutely insist, pls contact bridesmaid Michele:

fiedler.michele@gmail.com // +27829646195

More info will be added continously

First, the Basics: 

Schedule

Friday 18th - Beach games and sun-downers

Where; "Nannies & Grannies"  (Also called Kammabaai Beach)

When: Friday 18th from 15:00
What: Games, Drinks and a light snack will be provided.
Dress code: Beach-gear - bring a warm jersey/ jacket for after sunset & wetsuit if surfing

(~19C water temp / ~20 air temp after sunset)


Children are welcome at this event.

Saturday 19th - Ceremony & Reception

Where; 11th Street, (Please access from 4th Avenue, signs will be posted)

When: Unofficial drinks with groom from 14:30, Ceremony starts at 16:00 sharp
What: Wedding Ceremony & Receptions, food & drinks will be provided
Dress code: Black-tie-optional, Formal


Adult event: Please contact bridal party for questions regarding children.
COVID19: Please contact bridal party if you, for any reason, will NOT be fully vaccinated

Sunday 20th - Recovery Beach Day

Sunday 20th - Recovery Beach Day
Where; Langbaai
When; From 11.00
What; Recovery Day on the beach. Water & Bloody Marys will be provided.
Dresscode; Preferably dressed, but we wont judge...


Children are welcome at this event.

Sunday 20th - Wine tasting & late lunch - TBC

Where; Hermanus (Start from 73 10th Street
When; From 14:30

What; Guided wine tasting and late lunch (Price R290/pp) 

Dresscode; Casual


Children are welcome at this event. Please let the wedding party know if you are interested as this activitis not pre-booked and will be organised only if there is interest. 

Monday 21st - Saturday 26th -Honey moon trip


We would like to invite you to join our honeymoon! Trip can be shortened if required. Checkout possible from (earliest) Wednesday 23rd. More details to follow, but basics;


What; Safari, Stargazing & lots of fun!

When; Transport departs VERY early Monday 21st - Return to be planned individually

How: Self drive: Make sure you book your rental car early! Share with your friends, old or new.
Pickup your car from CPT or Hermanus *at the latest* Sunday 20th!

Accommodation: Will be booked for you.

Food: Self catering - Will be planned and prepared for you. (We will share some responsibilities).

Dresscode; Safari

Cost; ~ R2000/person/day + cost of your shared rental car


LIMITED AVAILABILITY! ~ 28 beds only! Please RSVP asap via link - ALSO; contact us directly for confirmation. 


First come, first served - We will do our very best to adapt program so that as many of you as possible can join, but can not guarantee availability.



Dress Code Explained.

As there is a lot of confusion surrounding dress codes, below some guidance is provided, should you need it.
The groom would have loved a strictly black-, or even white-, tie wedding but just like a marriage, life is full of compromises... 


In summary; After months and months of covid, this is the time to look your very, very best!
The dress code for the ceremony is therefore: Black Tie Optional - Formal.
This means; you can deviate slightly from the definition for Black Tie but should not look out of place next to someone who arrives in full black tie attire. (Defined below)  As pretentious as the rules below sound, the couple would like to refer to the groom's late grandmother's wise saying;


“Only when one fully knows and understands the rules, one is allowed to bend them”.

        - E. Geijer


Click here for do's and do'nts




Ok, I get it, but what does OPTIONAL mean and how formal is FORMAL? 



Formal means one step down from black tie, but still fully within the parameters of being formal. 
Black Tie Optional means that Black tie attire is very highly encurraged, but if you are unable, there are some options.


Women could wear either floor-length gowns, formal pant-suits or slightly shorter cocktail dresses, and your choice of fabric will be a little less limiting. High heels are welcome, but as a lot of the party is on grass, wedges are recommended. (Please scroll to the bottom of the linked page for definitions for women) 


Men have the option of wearing a classic dinner suit /  tuxedo (Swedish; Smoking), and naturally, the groom does very much encourage this. If this is not at all possible for you, choose a well-fitting darker coloured suit and a formal tie.
You can to a certain extent even deviate with a less strict shirt in preparation for the long night on the dancefloor ahead. Also please remember the old saying "you can always spot a gentleman by the shoes he wears".. 




Guideline for both men and women should be to feel glamorous yet comfortable,

without looking the least out of place next to someone in full black tie attire.


Bending the rules? 

Since it is considered inappropriate to wear a tuxedo before 5pm, we already broke some rules. To be correct, the dress code should have said “Schakett / Jakett / Morning coat” given the time of day.
As we are quite aware that most people in modern society barely know what a Schakett/Jakett is, let alone own one, we will have to “maak 'n plan”.  

The dresscode is therefore Black tie optional - Formal, (defined )



FORMAL DEFINITION OF BLACK-TIE
Black-tie dates back to the mid-19th century when King Edward VII commissioned his friend Henry Poole to make a short jacket absent of tails to wear to formal dinner parties. These jackets were more comfortable than the traditional tailcoats and soon grew in popularity among the wealthy of Europe. Today, black-tie falls between formal and white-tie.

A black-tie dress code gives you a few formal options to choose from compared to white-tie.


Women should wear a formal floor-length gown that does not reveal the ankles at the hem of the dress. Women may also wear elegant pantsuits.


Men must wear a tuxedo. A black bow tie, patent leather shoes and optionally a black vest or cummerbund. The tuxedo is black or midnight blue, as the Duke of Windsor so clearly stated in the 1920’s; “midnight blue is blacker than black in the moonlight.” For summer, and only below latitude 30.0446, a white tuxedo jacket with black tuxedo trousers, is also acceptable. All other colours fall under the definition of a dinner-jacket, and is not formally acceptable wear for a black tie event.



For reference; FORMAL DEFINITION OF WHITE-TIE
This is the most formal attire possible (think: Royal British wedding or White House state dinner).


Women should wear a formal floor-length evening gown, no exceptions. Pair your dress with jewelry, heels, and an elegant clutch.


Men are required to wear a tuxedo with tails, a formal white shirt, white waistcoat and bow tie, white or gray gloves, and formal footwear, preferably patent leather court shoes, or alternatively highly polished oxfords.





The Groom's personal choices for black tie

 In order of dressing, preferably while enjoying an extremely well chilled Gin&Tonic


  • White Briefs (boxers) with a wide waistband.
  • Black, very thin, knee high, ribbed silk socks, Alt. black or very dark gray/blue. 
  • White Shirt - Thin tux shirt with pleated chest, double cuffed. 
    • Alt. Poplin with piqué details (chest, collar, double cuff) 
    • Alt. Double cuffed dress shirt. 
    • All collars cut away, marginally larger collar than office standard. (Never tail-coat shirt or button down)
  • Optional; Studs - 2 or 3, Never black (except for funerals). 
  • Trousers - High waisted silk striped, pleated tux trousers without hoops or back pockets. Can be slightly shorter than normal. The waist should ideally match the height of the jacket’s single button and be marginally looser in the fit than the average office suit pants.
  • Suspenders - wide preferably with button fastening and leather trim. If you are a colourful person, this is one of the extremely few places where it can be appropriate to add an accenturing colour
  • Cufflinks - Individual style, but never black (except for funerals).
  • Shoes - See Below for more inspiration
  • Bow-Tie - black, in glossy silk, grosgrain or velvet  (obviously never clip-on or any other colour than black)
  • Tuxedo Jacket - Midnight blue Pointed lapels or shawl collar in silk, two pockets without lids + breast pocket. If single breasted; One black button (ideally convex with only 2 holes). Lining; black or accenture colour. 

 

  • Optional; Black Horseshoe-shaped waistcoat - deep cut front (at least 2 studs visible if worn) with thin lapels, 4 buttons, Full silk back. 
  • Optional; Pocket watch on chain. (wrist watches are generally never worn with a black tie outfit) 



For Swedes, or guests visiting Sweden before the event, I recommend to look here; 

https://www.benjaminsthlm.com/ 

https://www.careofcarl.com/ 

https://ivanscity.se/

https://hansallde.com/ 

https://www.cavaliere.se/showroom

https://www.cavaliere.se/

Do's and Don'ts...


If you have read all the way until here, we are sure you have understood everything perfectly, although, here are some obvious pointers for the sake of it, and some inspiration on shoes...

 

Do: 

  • Put some effort in. After months and months of covid, this is the time to look your very, very best!
  • Do not be afraid to ask. Bridesmaids and Best men can be reached for guidance.
  • Bring sunscreen and/or a sun-hat for the ceremony. Limited shade will be provided, and the African sun is no joke!
  • Smile. All compromises, personal abbreviations and differences in style are best worn with confidence and joy.
  • Choose your footwear with care. Heels on grass require skill and dexterity, and even if late night barefoot dancing is a given, there are options to the stilettos.


Dont:

After reading through above, we really hope below is very superfluous, and we quite frankly will send you home to change if you miss any of below, but better safe than sorry.. 

  • Shorts
  • Jeans
  • Nightclub attire
  • Slopps or beach wear
  • Trainers or sports shoes

Mens Shoes


Below you will find some inspiration for mens shoes. Bear in mind that a decent pair of mens shoes, with proper care, should last over a lifetime. Given this fact, second hand, and auction sites are a virtual goldmine when it comes to shoe-shopping. A second hand pair and a professional clean and polish often get you a very nice pair that will last you forever for a fraction of the price of a new pair! 

Lastly, not to break format, here is what you want to AVOID AT ALL COST; 

https://www.instagram.com/konsultdojan/?hl=en 

https://www.kingmagazine.se/bor-nagon-av-dessa-konsulter-hos-dig-hiva-dem-omedelbart/

Below; some additional info for those of you that are visiting South Africa for the first time

Flights? - What dates should I book?          We suggest the following:

Wedding only; Arrive in CPT 14-18th Erliest Departure; night of 20th March


Wedding + Trip; Arrive 14-18th Erliest Departure; 26th/27th

- HIGHLY Recommended!


Wedding + Trip+ Beach; Arrive 14-18th Erliest Departure; night of 29th - Dream trip!


Wedding + Safari + Beach + Vinyards; Arrive 14-18th Erliest Departure; 3rd/4th April

- Delux, extra everything! JOIN!!!

Accommodation?                   We suggest the following:


We have pre-booked SOME accommodation in Hermanus (Wedding Weekend) and ALL accommodation for the trip after the wedding - please get in touch for options! 


If you book your own accommodation in Hermanus - Please try to be within walking distance to 73 10th Street as chauffeured transport is going to be very limited and there are NO UBER in Hermanus. 

Stay after the wedding?      We suggest the following:

Please join us for a trip after the wedding.

Several options are available, outlined Below .

The plan will change, and you can opt in or out of each of the sections.

Get in touch to plan! 


Budget Please allow R1500-2000/SEK900-1200 per day per adult sharing car and accommodation. This should cover all basics (transport,food,drinks,accommodation,) excluding flights to and from South Africa.  Please sign up ASAP as availability is very limited! 

Packing?                              We suggest the following:

LESS IS MORE

Please pack conservatively - Apart from formal clothes you REALLY only need one or two outfits for the trip. Space is limited in the vehicles. Soft bags are to be preferred over hard suitcases.

Please See suggestion below

Accomodation

Wedding weekend: Please try to stay within walking distance of 73 10th Street Hermanus.  Some chauffeured transport will be provided during the weekend, but the closer you stay, the better.  (AirBnB Booking.com LekkeSlaap

There is NO UBER in Hermanus.

Trip after wedding: Please let us know what you would like to join asap as most accomodation will be pre-booked for you! 

Details, after-wedding trip:

Wedding + Week 1:

Wedding: Friday 18th - Sunday 20th + Honeymoon trip Monday 21st - Saturday 26th

We would like to invite you to join our honeymoon! Trip can be shortened if required. Checkout possible from (earliest) Wednesday 23rd. More details to follow, but basics;


What; Safari, Stargazing & lots of fun!

When; Transport departs VERY early Monday 21st - Return to be planned individually

How: Self drive: Make sure you book your rental car early! Share with your friends, old or new. Pickup your car from CPT or Hermanus *at the latest* Sunday 20th!

Accommodation: Will be booked for you.

Food: Self catering - Will be planned and prepared for you. (We will share some responsibilities).

Dresscode; Safari

Cost; ~ R2000/person/day + cost of your shared rental car


LIMITED AVAILABILITY! ~ 28 beds only! Please RSVP asap via link - ALSO; contact us directly for confirmation. 


First come, first served - We will do our very best to adapt program so that as many of you as possible can join, but can not guarantee availability.

25th - 27th The newlyweds leve. 

Laura and Sebastian will attend friends wedding from Friday lunch 25th and reunites with the group Sunday afternoon 27th. 

Beach, surf, kite, spontaneity !

This week we will keep spontanious. The newlyweds will travel by car from the Knysna area back towards Hermanus and stops along the way can be planned together!


Program to be decided when we know number of attendees and interests


Kite-surfing, Surfing, swimming and other beach-related activities. Mountains, hiking, sand-dunes, diving game, you name it! Additional stops/activities can easily be planned during these days. Please contact us for options! 

Wine Weekend - Vineyard visits? 


The trip could be concluded by a weekend/ a few days at one of the many Vineyards in Constantia, Franschhoek, Paarl or other.  Please let us know of your specific wine interests and if you want to take part in this! 

Week 2: 

Stay after the wedding and join our trip! 

Packing

Less Is More and Pack-bags make everything easier! 

We recommend neutral coloured clothing including shades of khaki, brown, beige/tan, and green. Avoid black and blue as they stand out in the bush and also attract mosquitoes. Suggested pack list below; (excluding formal attire for wedding)

Trust me, you won't miss a thing.. 

Footwear: 

1 all round sneaker / suede shoe for everyday use. 

1 pair closed trainers / boots for hikes, runs, horseback riding etc. 

1 pair flip-flops/ slops / sandals for beach days


Bottom; 

2 pairs of Lightweight travel slacks, light coloured for safari and darker coloured for dinners 

2 Board-shorts / Bikini / swimsuit / light skirt for swimming and relaxing 

1 pair Chino- shorts for everyday use


Tops; 

1 collared golf-shirt (“polo-shirt”) in light colour wicking fabric

2 exercise t-shirt for exercise & beach-wear

1 long sleeved thin t-shirt for sun protection 

2 shirts in light fabric (linen) for safari / dinners

1-2 thin sun-dresses

1 fleece / warm hoodie for chilly nights


Other clothing; 

1 warm lightweight down jacket. (nights DO get chilly) 

1 hat/cap for sun protection

1 wetsuit (average temp in the ocean is ~16 C even in summer) 


Other; 

sunglasses 

power bank

decent binoculars (10x42 recommended)

headtorch 

sunscreen

mosquito repellant

power bars or snacks 

water bottle (>700ml recommended)

toiletries (Less IS More!) 

medicin / first aid 


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About Laura and Sebastian 

South Africa, Laura’s birth place, is a vibrant, beautiful and colourful country and Laura is all that and more.


One of the BEST humans that you will ever meet. You might hear Laura before you see her and what she lacks in height she makes up in personality. Laura has a booming laugh and a wicked sense of humour.


She is godmother to five kids who live around the world. They all adore their godmother and affectionately call her Lolo.


Laura loves to travel and like Sebastian has traversed the globe many times visiting great friends dotted all over the world. As well traveled as she is, she managed to meet her Swedish love Sebastian on African soil, and also to fall in love with a man who has many qualities like her Dad.

We know that Sebastian and Laura have the best travels ahead of them together.


Laura is completely relaxed in front of a camp fire in the bush veld but in a flash can don a killer pair of heels and rock a formal cocktail party, glass full of bubbles in hand.


Fun and friends always come to mind when we think of Lau but she loves a good book and quiet time with a jigsaw puzzle too.
Laura is kind, easy going, funny, caring, honest and so much fun but don’t try calling her, she probably won’t answer...


/ Michelle Koopmann with help and approval from Lucia Brain, Aileen Logan - bridesmaids

Here links to some of Lauras social media will appear, if she wants

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In Sweden there is a term for our somewhat communist influenced way of acting as a collective, the “jante-lag” or the rule of Jante. This philosophy (for a lack of a better word) states that you should not stand out, you should not be better than anybody in the group you are in. You are under no circumstances allowed to be extravagant according to Jante. Then came Sebastian.

 

Sebastian has always had ambitions beyond what most Swedes from small towns dare to have, and these have led him around the world to exciting adventures and professions. His CV consists of only one word: “Experienced” and his glass is always half full (of good wine). A caring brother, friend and son, he had the patience required for meeting THE ONE. It is of no shock to anybody that Sebastian had to circle the globe several times to find the person who can match his go big or go home personality, and it is also typical of Sebastian to bend the rules a bit. He went big AND found home with Laura.

 

/Oskar Törnmarck with  approval of Lisa Blom - Best "people"

Hunter (born xxxxx). Hunter is a Burmese cat. 

Being the grand master hunter indicated by his name Hunter has proudly taken down a fair few of the arch-enemies of the family's Moullie Point residence, (Pigeons). All in the family is not as pleased with the carnage in the apartment afterwards, but Hunter says; a kill is a kill, if you want clean and tidy, get a sniper, not a cat. 

As our experiences form us all, Hunter has, what a very unique “animal behaviourist” once described as, a “severely heightened sense of survival” after falling off the 7th floor balcony after a less successful courting session of the neighbours cat. The fall cost the gray ninja a front tooth and a small limp, and unfortunately also made him scared of his own shadow. Happiest on the neighbours roof, overlooking the garden in Hermanus, Hunter can be seen basking in sunshine, and plotting the next bird-hunt.   

Suu kyi (born xxxxx). Suu Kyi is a Burmese cat. 

The matriarch of the family, Suu kyi is an adventurous and will-strong individual. Having travelled far and wide, assisting both in workshops and seamstresses as a kitten, (mostly by extremely judging looks, and pulling on all strings and loose cables.) In addition to always positioning herself in the center of events, especially if any work-men are around the house, Suu Kyi cannot comprehend why counter spaces and tables are not acceptable lounge-places. Her favourite past-time activities include stomping on sleeping humans, building a nest out of the groom's hair (don't he dare move!) and eating any rose-pebble she can get close enough to. 

Suu kyi was not overly impressed with yet another brother, and a dog at that, but with time the hissing and unprovoked swings has subsided to a reluctant acceptance and even the odd snooze on a fat sack together. Maybe there is hope of a friendship after all...

Baltasar (born 20110113). Baltasar is a Danish-Swedish Farmdog, (Please see link for more information) and has been with Sebastian since a puppy on numerous adventures. This dog has undertaken sea kayak safaris, multiple day winter hikes over snowladen monutainranges, more freecamping nights than the wedding party combined, cross-country sailing trips, motorbike-trips, mountain trail-marathons and much, much more with eyes for his papa only.

Now approaching retirement and VERY happy living with the beach so close, he's dicipline is allowed to slightly slip a little  (to Sebastians horror), treats are no longer strictly for intensive training and cohabitating with two more or less reluctant felines, he spends more time resting, knowing he is still the best dog there ever was...