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Stories, inspiration, and expert advice for your big day.

Meet Sandy Coffey: Your Wedding Ceremony Storyteller 💍
Nice to Know
Sep 28, 2026

Meet Sandy Coffey: Your Wedding Ceremony Storyteller 💍

If a couple doesn't remember their ceremony months later, I haven't done my job. I want guests walking away saying, "Wow, that was different. That was...

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What's Trending in the Wedding Industry Right Now
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Sep 20, 2026

What's Trending in the Wedding Industry Right Now

Dive into our complete archive of wedding wisdom and general advice. First up: the trends actually shaping South African weddings this year — from tab...

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Things to Consider When Creating the Look & Feel of Your Wedding
Things to Consider for Your Special Day
Sep 20, 2026

Things to Consider When Creating the Look & Feel of Your Wedding

With so much wedding inspiration on Pinterest and Instagram, it can be easy to save hundreds of beautiful ideas without knowing how to make them work...

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Getting Married in South Africa: The Legal Side, Explained
Things to Consider for Your Special Day
Sep 20, 2026

Getting Married in South Africa: The Legal Side, Explained

Somewhere between choosing flowers and finalising the seating chart, there's a far less glamorous — but far more important — part of getting married:...

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Things to Consider When Choosing Your Wedding Venue
Things to Consider for Your Special Day
Sep 20, 2026

Things to Consider When Choosing Your Wedding Venue

Choosing your wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you'll make when planning your special day. While the setting and atmosphere are important...

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From Bridal Marketplace to Bridal Innovation: Knot New Shortlisted as a Women in Tech Finalist
News and Announcements
Aug 31, 2026

From Bridal Marketplace to Bridal Innovation: Knot New Shortlisted as a Women in Tech Finalist

Being shortlisted as one of just five finalists in the Women in Tech Innovation Centre is a hugely proud moment for us at Knot New.For us, this recogn...

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The Subtle Upgrade Every Bride Needs
Bridal Prep Essentials
Aug 29, 2026

The Subtle Upgrade Every Bride Needs

You've planned the dress, hair, makeup, nails and skincare — but there's one little detail that can bring your whole bridal look together: a beautiful...

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Bridal Lashes: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Wedding Day
Bridal Prep Essentials
Aug 29, 2026

Bridal Lashes: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Wedding Day

Your wedding day isn't the time to experiment with your beauty routine. Your lashes can make a big difference to how polished, fresh and confident you...

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Bridal Beauty: What Every Bride Should Know Before Her Wedding Day
Bridal Prep Essentials
Aug 29, 2026

Bridal Beauty: What Every Bride Should Know Before Her Wedding Day

Your wedding makeup should make you feel beautiful, confident and completely yourself — while also lasting through happy tears, hugs, dancing and hour...

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Knot New Logo
News and Announcements
Aug 26, 2026

We Are Evolving

We're building the first complete bridal ecosystem designed to bring the entire wedding journey together on one platform.Since launching, we've contin...

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Knot New Logo
News and Announcements
Aug 26, 2026

The August Giveaway

Over R15,000 in wedding prizes, six incredible brand partners, and one very lucky bride. Here's how it all went down.Throughout August, we teamed up w...

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Past Brides' Non-Negotiables
Past Brides' Non-Negotiables
Aug 26, 2026

Past Brides' Non-Negotiables

We asked three brides what they would do differently, prioritise, or never compromise on when planning their weddings. Here's their honest advice for...

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