Cartier & Floyd
The wedding of Cartier a former Miss Earth Zambia, to the love of her life, Floyd, was a blockbuster event…
Model, luxury influencer and lawyer as well as former Miss Earth Zambia, Cartier and her husband-to-be, Floyd, went all out for their wedding, which included a complete flower ceiling of white hanging Wisteria flowers, a 2m wedding cake and four flower walls. And that’s just the start!
Cartier met Floyd when she was 17, in matric. He was 22, completing his Physiotherapy degree. They met at a rugby game and have been inseparable ever since. Floyd had to propose twice, Cartier admits. “The first time was a complete failure! He booked a phenomenal luxury holiday to Thailand where he planned to propose. He hired an international planning team, was going to fly in photographers, made sure hair and make-up were organised and set up the perfect proposal. On the day of departure we found out I would not be able to travel, as I needed a visa for my Zambian passport. When I found out all the arrangements he’d made, I was devastated.”
So Floyd had to arrange the proposal all over again. “The second proposal was an absolute dream and he made sure to keep it local,” Cartier says. “Every detail was in place. He arranged with my boss that I fly to Cape Town. My boss told me I had to attend a launch event at the Cape Grace Hotel. Floyd organised a custom gown designed by one of my favourite designers, as well as hair, make-up, a videographer and photographer. The ‘event’ took place on a lavish yacht – it took my breath away. The front of the yacht was set up with rose petals and candles and the captain docked overlooking a perfect sunset with Table Mountain as the backdrop. Floyd went down on one knee and popped the question. He gave me the most beautiful engagement ring I’ve ever seen. This was followed by a private rose petal dinner at the phenomenal Hilton Hotel Restaurant. It was definitely one of the best days of my life.”
The couple chose Ananda Wedding and Conference Venue in Lusaka as their wedding venue. “The chapel and reception could be held at the same location, making the logistics easier for guests,” Cartier says. “It also had the space to be transformed into my visionary dream wedding.”
The look for the wedding was clean and simple using only white, gold and green. Invitations and stationary were gold and pearl white and the dance floor was white with the couple’s wedding logo printed in gold. “The table tops had gold plate settings with crystal glasses; even the crockery was gold. We placed hand-made gold candles on the tables and the table numbers were cut in gold mirror,” Cartier says.
Cartier’s father, an event coordinator, prepared the flower walls for the wedding. “He was also the mastermind behind creating a gorgeous full ceiling of wisteria flowers. I had a grand cake that stood two metres high, decorated with 3,000 roses and 1,000 orchards. The guests could not believe that the beautiful floral structure positioned in the centre of the venue was in fact our wedding cake.”
Cartier’s first wedding gown was extra special, as it was the same one her mother wore at her wedding 20 years previously. “It was a beautiful handmade green beaded gown with a long train. My bridesmaids and flower girls wore gold and my maid of honour wore a lighter golden shade.”
The couple loved every moment of their Big Day. “The reception was absolutely outstanding and the pastor gave us a moving and meaningful ceremony,” Cartier remembers. Her favourite moment? “Walking down the aisle to my favourite song and seeing my husband cry as he saw me. Our eyes were glued to one another.”
Cartier’s advice for brides-to-be: “As hard as it is, ‘don’t sweat the small stuff – the wedding day goes by so fast. Make an effort to enjoy every moment. So many months of planning go into one day, so make sure to be present throughout and communicate your feelings. Also, make sure to delegate!”
Cartier’s advice for brides-to-be: “As hard as it is, ‘don’t sweat the small stuff – the wedding day goes by so fast. Make an effort to enjoy every moment. So many months of planning go into one day, so make sure to be present throughout and communicate your feelings. Also, make sure to delegate!”
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Photography Xavier Saer | www.xaviersaerportfolio.com
Venue Ananda Wedding and Conference Venue, Lusaka | +260 96 5566325
Wedding planner Rolly’z Catering Services and Events | +26 96 234 7041}
Décor and flowers Rolly’z Catering Services and Events | +26 96 234 7041; Glitter and Sparkle Events | +26 21 122 8817; Nikki at Mint and Co | +26 96 054 5453
Second bridal gown Jasmins Bridal | www.jasminsbridal.co.za
Bridesmaids Miss Boss Couture | www.missboss.co.za
Groom suit Carducci at Khaliques | www.khaliques.co.za
Groomsmen suits Edgars | www.edgars.co.za
Shoes Jimmy Choo, Sandton City | 011 326 6659
Bride’s make-up Marizanne Griesel, MG Professional Services | 071 779 3995
Stationery Fralenco Wedding Stationery | www.fralenco.co.za
Cake Rolly’z Catering Services and Events | +26 96 234 7041
Band Afro Red Zambian Band | +26 097 266 6501
DJ V Jeezy | +26 097 785 3747
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