Inspiration

Honeymoon Spotlight: Cyprus

Posted November 7, 2012 08:44am

Cyprus, officially the Republic of Cyprus, is an island country in the Eastern Mediterranean sea. The legendary birthplace of Aphrodite - the Greek goddess of love, beauty, pleasure and procreation, Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean and sits midway between Europe and Africa. It enjoys year-round sunshine, tempting beaches, varied and scenic countryside and a wealth of historical and archaeological sites.

Steal this Idea: DIY Yummy Soap Souvenirs

Posted November 6, 2012 08:16am
We absolutely love these yummy handcrafted soaps, they make great souvenirs and are a great way to say thank you to friends and family for their support on your wedding day. Futhermore, they are super easy to make and with some creativity, you can create your very own special soap designs. Plus they certainly beat the regular bar of soap that special 'aunty' of yours wants to distribute at your reception...lol

For detailed instructions watch the video below:

Steal this Idea: DIY Yarn Vases

Posted October 30, 2012 04:53am

These yarn vases are a simple way to repurpose any beverage bottle by turning it into a beautiful vase perfect for centre pieces...Would you make these for your event?

12 Breathtaking Wedding Entrances

Posted October 28, 2012 04:38am

Your wedding ceremony and reception entrances offer your guests the first glimpse into your big day.

A Swanky South African Affair: Mikky and Nwabisa

Posted October 15, 2012 04:45am
35,000 roses, a 900 square metre glass marquee, copious amounts of champagne....what more could a girl ask for?

We could not resist putting up photos of one of the most gorgeous African weddings we've seen! This couple got married in South Africa starting with a beautiful outdoor ceremony and ending with 360 guests partying late into the night.

Feast your eyes on their gorgeous wedding photos by clicking the button below.

Uche and Bode Pedro's Wedding [Video]

Posted October 13, 2012 05:45am
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We love this creative video preview of Bella Naija's Uche and Bode Pedro's wedding which took place earlier this year. Certainly was a beautiful ceremony and reception.

Kudos to videographer - RoleModels Agency!

Get Inspired: Ribbon Romance

Posted October 12, 2012 07:05am

Incorporating ribbons in your theme or decoration is a great way to give your wedding a unique romantic look.

5 Years Later...Jennifer & Ivan's Vow Renewals

Posted October 11, 2012 06:49am
Their paths came close many times long before they met, their families were close friends and they both went to the same secondary school however, their destined meeting didn't happen till 2001 when Jennifer attended Ivan's fathers wake keeping in Staten Island.

“The next day I received a phone call from him and the calls just kept coming, as many as 100 a day! What can I say, he was persistent. It all paid off when he enlisted help from my sister Linda and her husband Nonso to get me interested on the first date and the rest is history. ” - Jennifer

DIY: Ice Mold Champagne Bucket or Centrepiece

Posted October 10, 2012 04:01am
We absolutely love these DIY ice mold champagne buckets made of ICE. For step by step instructions...watch the video below:

Honeymoon Spotlight: The Canary Islands

Posted October 9, 2012 05:36am

Would you like to spend the first few days of your new life lounging on a sunny beach, windsurfing, exploring historical and natural sites, or partying with the best of them?

Faramade and Folajimi [Engagement Photos]

Posted October 8, 2012 06:10am
Part 2 of Faramade and Folajimi's big day, click the button below for photos from their colourful engagement ceremony.

What's your Favourite Nigerian 'Small Chop'?

Posted October 7, 2012 08:19am

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Nigerian wedding menus have certainly come a long way, it's now almost expected to serve your guests a dizzying array of appetisers (small chops), traditional food, continental cuisine and desserts

Fancy Finishes: Creative Chair Covers, Caps and Accents

Posted October 6, 2012 07:49am

Forget boring tie-backs and 'naked chairs'. Sometimes all it takes is a little creativity to dress up your chairs.

Faramade and Folajimi Get Hitched [Church Ceremony + Reception photos]

Posted October 4, 2012 05:59am
These lovebirds were joined recently by family and friends to officiate their union at Our Saviours Church, TBS. Their ceremony was immediately followed by a fun celebration at Muson Centre where the bride changed outfits to a flattering midnight blue number towards the end of the day. Wishing the latest newlyweds a blessed life together!


Top 9 Nigerian Wedding Songs - Sugar Selection

Posted October 4, 2012 01:32am
December ('Naija Wedding Season') is almost here so we've compiled some of our 9 favourite Nigerian love/wedding songs. While some of these songs are not popular or recent, we find that they still have the same 'heart melting' qualities we love.

(In no particular order)

Colour Inspiration: Glam it up with Silver

Posted October 3, 2012 02:00am

Today's colour inspiration is simple, classy, ice cool silver, or glitzy, glamorous, bedazzling silver. It really depends on what you want to pull off. Going for a regal and oh so elegant look?

Steal this Idea: Brooch Bouquets

Posted October 3, 2012 12:22am

We absolutely love brooch bouquets – they are not only beautiful, they make a great keepsake for years after your wedding. If you're extra creative with nimble fingers you can even make these yourself with a collection of beautiful brooches. For “do it yourself” instructions with pictures click here.

30 Scrumptious Wedding Cakes

Posted October 2, 2012 03:12am

We love cake and all the yummy flavours they come in.

Green with Envy: Our Favourite Picks

Posted October 1, 2012 04:24am

In the spirit of Independence day, we're sharing our favourite green wedding decor pics with you.

The History of Wedding Cakes

Posted September 29, 2012 10:28am

The pictured wedding cake is believed to have been made in 1898. Originally white, it has now browned with age and is said to still have a moist rich fruit cake inside. Source: dailymail.co.uk

Explore Paris, the city of Love..

Posted September 28, 2012 10:42am

The capital and largest city of France has been called 'the city of lights', 'the fashion capital of the world', and of course, 'the city of love'. It is one of the world's most popular city destinations, one of the most romantic places in the world, and has a lot of must-see places.

Colour Inspiration: All that Glitters IS Gold

Posted September 27, 2012 01:39am

Today's inspiration comes from the colour of the sunrise - gold. Gold is a colour of many delights and can with just about any colour.

DIY Cheap and Chic Pretty Centerpieces

Posted September 26, 2012 08:29pm

We love this DIY Cheap and Chic Pretty Centerpieces. This easy beautiful centerpiece will work great with any colourful bloom...

Done this already? Share your pics with us in the comments...

Colour Inspiration: Shades of Green

Posted July 7, 2012 01:08am

Green is a many varied colour. Sometimes, it can get confusing. When you say green, what shade of green do you mean? In this article, We have two very similar shades of green to consider.

Safari Honeymoons 101

Posted June 18, 2012 11:26pm
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Are you a fan of the Indiana Jones movies? Do you ever dream of wearing that fedora, traipsing through exotic locations and being totally bad ass. Well, now that you're married, why not make your honeymoon extra special by going on adventure with the one you love? A great way to start off your new life together would be to experience the thrill of an African safari.