We Are Breaking all the Rules...
After a decade in the wedding industry, with over 1000 weddings under our belt, we have come to the strong belief that the cookie cutter wedding industry is old, and we, like our couples - are tired of it.
Lumiér is more than a wedding service, and more than a venue. It’s rebellion against boring wedding vibes and cookie cutter wedding design. With unique flowers & decor, expert planning, and stress-free all-inclusiveness - we offer our clients something fresh, something brand new and absolutely unforgettable.
Our promise to our clients are simple - we focus on things that matter, and you show up to a celebration - no more stressful wedding planning, the way it should be. And to your guests - they walk away with the best wedding experience they've ever had. Welcome to Lumiér Weddings.
We are so happy you are here and we can not wait to go on your wedding journey with you! So pop the champagne and let's get into it... Introductions first.
We are Reinhard & Melissa Smit - husband & wife photo-film duo, who shot 1000 weddings in 10 years, had 5 kids, and bought a coffee shop for fun.
In 2024 we moved over to wedding planning - Lumiér Weddings was born, and somehow we ended up managing some wedding venues in Pretoria too - Riverside in Kameeldrift, Waterstone in Boschkop, and Light in the Garden in Centurion.
Now we live and breathe weddings — with an all-inclusive dream team devoted to bringing every couple’s dream day to life. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, Lumiér is more than a service... every aspect of who we are has been created and perfected for the ultimate, unmatched wedding experience.
IN-HOUSE INCLUSIVENESS, OWNERSHIP DELIVERY
Imagine hosting the most expensive party you will ever have, but still doing everything yourself? With Lumiér you can actually enjoy the wedding day experience because our dedicated team takes care of every single aspect of your wedding, for you.
Wedding Planner
From a decade of experience in the wedding industry, and planning hundreds of weddings, Mel - co-owner of Lumiér Weddings, is your personal wedding dream-come-true maker. From managing your website RSVPs, handling nosy mother-in-laws, and organising all your wedding day suppliers and details, you can truly focus on what matters - your in-love butterflies of newly said vows, treasured friends and family, and celebration - without a single thought of stress.
Decor & Florist
Inhouse decor and florist means you cut out the middle man, dealing directly with Michelle, who is a seasoned florist and decor specialist. Knowing every single flower, leaf and plant by name, she takes your style and inspo for your wedding day and curates it to become uniquely you in every way. What's more, every wedding day design is created only once - never will your wedding day decor and design be repeated for anyone else.
Catering
We've mentioned how your guests are served hors d’oeuvres when they arrive, how Entrée's are served family style on the tables, and how dessert becomes an event on it's own. But what is worth mentioning is that Reinhard, co-owner of Lumiér Weddings (and coffee shop owner) runs the kitchen in-house with his team of Chef's, ensuring the best possible quality and perfection.
DJ, Makeup & Hair, Cake, Photo & Film - and everything in between
Forget the hundreds of emails, messages and phone calles to find your suppliers - and the stress and time that goes with it. Owners of Lumiér have curated a team of professionals, that carry the heart for their clients, in the respective services they provide. You can rest assured that every detail is taken care of, and you get to sit back, and see your wedding day dreams come to life.
OUR WAY OF UNIQUE CELEBRATIONS
Oh hello guest!
Your guests' experience is one of our main focus points because the value of all your loved ones gathered together to celebrate you, is priceless - and we honour that by creating an atmosphere where every guest feels welcomed, cared for, and completely immersed in your celebration.
We welcome them with drinks and snacks - introducing, Lumiér hour. Like happy hour, just right at the beginning, setting the tone of celebration for the rest of the day.
Your walk of fame;
The old-fashioned aisle walk can take a walk. With us, you get to create your own moment.
Whether you choose to walk toward each other, make a grand entrance together, or stand proudly in the centre of your ceremony — every option is designed to feel intentional, personal, and unforgettable.
Creative keepsakes ~
Imagine arriving at your wedding pre-reception and being welcomed by a blank canvas waiting to be transformed. With brushes and paints laid out, your guests are invited to leave their creative mark, adding strokes, splashes, or doodles that together form a one-of-a-kind artwork.
This collaborative piece becomes more than just a painting - it’s a memory captured through the hands of your loved ones, blending everyone’s personalities into a beautiful keepsake you’ll treasure forever.
Guest Portraits
The clown goggles and silly mustaches might be great fun to entertain your guests.
However, your guests have a rare opportunity to dress to the T. They want fancy portraits of themselves. So a beautifully styled portrait station where each guest is photographed in a timeless, artistic way adds to timeless elegancy.
Let Them Eat… Anything but Cake
White tiered wedding cakes are gone with weddings of yesterday so rethink the way you serve it.
Step into the Lumièr way with a cake (pavlova or tiramisu anyone?) that gets decorated by your guests! A little surprise for you, and amazing interaction with your loved ones.
I raise my glass, I propose a toast, this one is on you!
Speeches. The tradition every couple must include, but few people actually enjoy. So we turned it into a moment of magic.
At Lumiér, speeches happen during canapés - surrounded by great food, good wine, clinking glasses, and live music. Less formal, more meaningful.
Fine dining - celebration style
You are welcomed into your dining area with food already served on the table - gone with formal seating placement, guests flow as they will and are delighted with family style feasting prepared by our in-house chef. Dine to your heart's content in an atmosphere of sharing and celebration
Our in-house co-owner chef and his team creates your wedding day meal with you, based on your favorites, requirements, and wedding day vision
The final hoorah!
Guests are enticed into the final experience of the evening - a space where dancing ignites and celebration takes over.
Waiting for them is our decadent dessert table, a harvest-style spread curated for every sweet tooth, adding that final touch of exceptional to end the night on the perfect note.
