Navigating the Modern Minimalist Trend: Finding the Perfect Wedding Dress Style for Plus-Size Brides in 2023
The wedding industry has seen a remarkable shift in recent years, with the modern minimalist trend gaining popularity among brides-to-be. While this trend is often associated with sleek silhouettes and clean lines, plus size brides may wonder how to find a wedding dress that embraces their curves and aligns with the minimalist aesthetic. In this […]
Biggest Wedding dress trends in 2023
A wedding day is a momentous occasion that calls for the perfect dress to make the bride feel like a true vision of beauty. In 2023, bridal fashion takes a step forward, embracing a blend of timeless elegance and contemporary flair. From ethereal silhouettes to intricate embellishments, this year’s wedding dress trends are a harmonious […]
Molteno bridal couture now available for hire!
We are thrilled to share some incredibly exciting news with all of you. In our continuous effort to make your wedding dreams come true, we are pleased to announce that we will now be offering a remarkable opportunity: the ability to rent our exquisite, one-of-a-kind couture wedding dresses! We understand that the price of our […]
What is a bohemian wedding dress, and is it good for a Cape Town Bride?
Bohemian or boho wedding dresses are becoming increasingly popular among brides who want a non-traditional, free-spirited, and relaxed look for their big day. These dresses are often unstructured, which means they are soft and easy and comfortable to wear. They use fabrics such as chiffon, soft tulle, and delicate lace, which add to the ethereal […]
Match your wedding dress and bridal flowers
Are you feeling the wedding planning overwhelm? From choosing your wedding venue to narrowing down your guest list and selecting your wedding decor, your choices are seemingly endless, making one want to hide under the bed. On top of that, you need to plan your bridal look too! Choosing your wedding dress can be the […]
What is the difference between Bio Sculpture and Gel nails?
At Molteno Couture, we endeavor to be more than just a dress designer to our clients. We provide a holistic experience in which we can recommend how to style the whole look and then recommend who the best are in the industry to help with this. In my search for high quality service providers I […]
Buying vs renting your wedding dress; the Pros and Cons of each
Buying a wedding dress is simple – said nobody, ever! There are so many choices out there, and one of them is whether to buy or rent your wedding gown. Initially budget brides might say, well considering how expensive wedding dresses are, it’s definitely the best option to hire a bridal gown. But is it?To […]
Wedding Suppliers in Cape Town: Our Top Picks
Your dress might be the most important thing that you need to focus on during your wedding planning, however, it’s important not to neglect other wedding elements because they all combine to create an event that you and your guests will remember forever. Finding the most talented suppliers and perfect wedding venues in Cape Town […]
Best 2022 wedding dress trends for Plus size brides
Florals While florals have never really gone out of fashion for wedding dresses, they have generally featured in neutral ivory and white lace. In 2022, a huge plus size bridal trend is colourful floral designs and motifs. Whether using hand painted designs like my cherry blossom dress, hand painted lace like my wedding dress or […]
Understanding your relationship with your body
Many of us have experienced what it feels like to believe that the body we were given is not good enough. Whether it be that our tummy isn’t flat enough, our arms aren’t toned enough, or our hair isn’t straight enough, most of us have been conditioned to feel like we just don’t measure up. […]