And can we get an Amen that we have finally moved away from the "wedding cake can only be fruitcake" trend! I mean who actually wants fruitcake when you can have chocolate, white chocolate ganache, lemon, red velvet, caramel, carrot or oreo cake?!? Sigh - I do love cake so! 🙂 #lifeisalwaysbetterwithcake #saynotofruitcake

The perfect wedding cake not only tastes good but it looks fantastic - a focal point of the stage that beautifully complements the decor of the day. And no one does it better than my personal favourite, Olivia Okeke of renowned cake and dessert company Livvy's Twist.

Olivia aka Queen Sugar is known for her simple and elegant cakes that often look too good to eat but I assure you taste as good as they look (call it research!). 😉 It's not hard to spot a Livvy's Twist cake and in a few short years, Olivia has taken her place as one of the top cake designers in the Nigerian wedding market. #talentedcreatives #ladybosses #tastemakers #winning

Enjoy! 🙂  

How long have you been in business?

I have been in business for 3 years and a bit.  

What got you interested in designing wedding cakes?

Honestly, I never thought I could design a cake till I actually started attempting to use the tools I had been stocking up.

I started designing wedding cakes because I got a lot of requests from clients and once I got the hang of the first one, I got hungry for more. The clean and elegant looking ones! 😉  

What sets you apart from other cake designers in the wedding industry?

People say they can spot my cake anywhere they see it . That’s something ‘huh’!

We try to tailor each couple’s cake according to what they like without having to replicate another vendor’s custom cakes. This way it’s indeed a special piece in the entire ceremony.  

What should a bride and groom look for and consider at a tasting before deciding on a cake or cake designer?

When choosing a cake vendor, the couple should make sure they are getting their money's worth - consider the taste, look and quality of the cake. All these factors are important.  

Who are your favourite type of clients to work with? 

I love working with clients that can express what they like and let us do our thing because I am a creative with a blank canvas.

On that blank canvas I can pour out the expressions of the couple, so they don’t know what to expect but are completely blown away by what they get. This works 100% all the time!  

Are there any current cake trends that you are seeing right now or any new directions you see couples going with their cake choices? 

Small contemporary cakes seem to be on trend right now.  

If you could only eat one flavour of wedding cake for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

Livvy’s Twist marble cake because it’s the best thing since sliced bread (haha, who came up with this line)!  

What is the most unique cake you've ever designed?

Hmmmmm...the bicycle cake I made for a birthday last year. So random but cool.  

Any interesting facts we should know that will make you even more fabulous? 🙂

Expanding Livvy’s Twist to be bigger and better (in the process).  

Where can brides enquire about booking your services?   

We can be reached via email at em*******@*********st.com or through our website at www.livvystwist.com

Follow Livvy's Twist on Instagram for all things pretty and yummy: @livvystwist

Wani's note: Don't fret if you aren't looking for a wedding cake anytime soon. Livvy's Twist make a whole range of yummy desserts too! My personal obsession are the brownies and blondies which get rushed like hot cakes (I guess they kinda are) at every single family gathering. So there's something for everyone. #yum  

This month, we are chatting with Tosin Agboola, Creative Director of bridal styling company, The Wardrobe Manager. I met Tosin at one of my weddings this year and I was intrigued by the concept of a stylist that focuses just on brides.

The Wardrobe Manager (TWM) is considered to be Nigeria's premier bridal styling company. They strive to curate the perfect bridal wardrobe while offering a convenient and reliable shopping experience for brides. #winning

Tosin is a certified style consultant from London College of Fashion and is also Africa's exclusive representative for Dubai based designer, Galia Fahd. So let's get right into our interview. Enjoy. 🙂 

So first things first, what exactly is a bridal stylist and why do brides need one?  

A ‘Bridal Stylist' is an experienced and trained professional who consults with brides over their budgets, understands their tastes and preferences and creates a style profile for them. Simply put, we guide and take the stress off the bride during her wedding journey! Our services extend to the bridal party and even the mother of the bride and include everything from booking appointments to accompanying them to boutiques and designers. 

We strive to offer brides an ultimate fashion experience when it comes to their journey to becoming a 'Mrs'. This begins at her pre wedding shoot and goes all the way through to her bridal shower, pre wedding party, court wedding, traditional wedding and ultimately her wedding day. As a bridal stylist, I am available every step of the way to guide my bride and ensure that she makes the best choices.

What are the benefits of hiring a bridal stylist over a regular fashion stylist?   

A bridal stylist has an eye for bridal fashion and is more experienced and trained to make brides look and feel their best unlike a regular fashion consultant who is tied to everyday fashion. 

We also have more established relationships with bridal designers, beauty and glamour experts in the wedding industry and can get great deals as well as access to a lot of more suitable options to suit the bride's personality or style.

So, tell us more about you - how long have you been doing this and what drew you into the wedding industry specifically? 

TWM has been in operation for over a year now. I love weddings! I love bridal fashion! It is a passion for me. I also love meeting new people and the personal connections you make with a bride whilst working with them is an emotional and amazing one! I do my best to make their special day a beautiful memory for them, and this is a source of joy for me.

What's your approach to bridal styling and what type of bride do you think would benefit best from this service? 

We usually begin with a discussion of what the bride has envisioned. We provide our brides with mood boards and inspiration imagery to guide the tone and direction of their wedding looks. Then, we schedule appointments with suitable designers and boutiques that will stay true to her style, personality and budget – whether it is traditional, modern, or in-between. 

I view a Bridal Stylist as an insurance policy. At TWM, we ensure everything goes smoothly and looks beautiful from a fashion perspective. We steam your gown, assist you in getting ready and ensure your first impression is perfection and are well equipped to ensure that any fashion emergencies are taken care of. With TWM as your bridal stylist, everyone can relax and enjoy the party on your wedding day. 

Our clients include brides that need professional help in bringing their entire vision to life and want the stress taken off them, brides that live abroad and / or brides that have a complicated dress and a large bridal party. 

Can you give us a glimpse into your process when working with a client - before and on the big day?

From initial consultations, we explore the looks the bride has always pictured for her wedding. We also provide brides with mood boards and inspiration imagery to guide the tone and direction. Then, the fun begins!

In preparing for her events, we provide an array of suitable options that reflect both her personal style and meet her budget. Where her outfit is bespoke, our team go a step further by sourcing and liaising with the appropriate designer who will be able to execute the job without compromising her style or budget. We also assist in recommending and coordinating her ‘glam team’- the makeup artists and hairstylists - in order to take the burden off her and also to ensure that she’s always able to step out with her best foot forward.

In selecting her wedding dress, we remain hands on by attending bridal consultations with brides and being available to answer questions to ensure that she says yes to the right dress! From the initial consultation to the final dress fittings and also on her wedding day – we are there to ensure all her needs are met and that she looks perfect on her big day.

Any bridal looks or trends you see becoming popular in 2019? 

High-rise Necklines

We anticipate high-rise necklines to be one of the most popular silhouettes in 2019. It has been one of the most prevailing silhouettes even in everyday fashion.

Waterfall Skirts

Straightforward ball dresses will always remain timeless! But we still expect to see an extra hint of volume – asymmetric layers of tulle and satin that give a rippling effect of a waterfall.

Statement Sleeves

In the coming year, we also expect to see more exaggerated sleeves also similar to what we now see on statement tops in ready-to-wear pieces giving us a hint of Renaissance vibes!

The Meghan Markle effect - Duchess Satin

We anticipate seeing more homages to Meghan Markle's Givenchy haute couture ensemble. Quite a few bridal designers have been including replicas of her ceremony gown and styles with duchess satin in their collections.

Dresses with Pockets

Something fun and unconventional as a lot of wedding dress designers have started incorporating pockets into their style of wedding dresses. Now brides can have somewhere to keep a few of their personal belongings while they enjoy their big day! (Editor note: #winning #abouttime) 

From a vendor's perspective, what is the one best piece of advice you can offer to a bride trying to decide on their wedding look? 

The biggest advice I give my clients is to be open minded when shopping. Don't be afraid to try on pieces and dresses you never imagined wearing on your big day! Also, stay true to your personality and make sure you feel comfortable in whatever you select.

Any tips on how a bride can incorporate her personal style into her look?   

I think that personality shines through what you are most comfortable wearing. I have had a few brides who didn't want feel comfortable wearing a white dress or heels on their wedding day. Likewise, if you feel more comfortable in bold red lipstick or cat eyes for your wedding day look, you should definitely incorporate them into your wedding day style.

You should pick your style team carefully (pay attention to the aesthetic of your style team from their previous jobs) and make sure they listen to you and your style. 

Anything else we should know about you?  

I am calm in nature but I can be a go-getter. I always get what my brides want!

Where can brides enquire about booking your services?   

We can be reached via email at in**@****************er.com or through our website at www.thewardrobemanager.com 

Follow Tosin on social media for all things bridal fashion:
Instagram: @thewardrobemanager
Facebook: @thewardrobemanager

Finding the right venue for your wedding is one of the most important decisions you will have to make during your wedding planning. Not only does it determine your date and which vendors will be available to you but it also sets the vibe for your wedding, which can be the difference between your guests having an amazing time (aka "your wedding was LIT!!!!") or spending all the time on their iPhones wondering when they can head out to the next party. Marquee event centres remain a firm favourite because they offer a blank slate allowing you to shape the wedding of your dreams down to the last detail, which is one of the reasons I love Dvenue by Cedarwood. I had the pleasure of working with them multiple times last year and I found it refreshing how the space was completely transformed with each event.

Anyway, enough from me, lets hear from the brains and talent behind Dvenue by Cedarwood, CEO, Diekolola....enjoy! 🙂

Tell us about yourself and your company.

My name is Diekolola Osa Avielele, I am a lawyer with my LLB and BL from University of Ilorin and the Nigeria Law School Abuja and an LLM from Howard University of Law. I worked with Globacom Nigeria and Conoil Producing as an In-house Attorney before I started Cedarwood Events in 2008.

What drew you into the wedding industry?

I wanted to start a business that I had interest and passion for but didn't have the capital to start as big as I would have loved so I started with Chiavari Chairs rental. I disliked the use of satin fabrics used to cover chairs and realized that what could be obtained outside Nigeria and added elegance to weddings and banquet events was still missing here at home and I knew Nigerians would definitely appreciate it.

Cedarwood and Chiavari Nigeria are the pioneers of the Chiavari Chairs in Nigeria, they brought in gold and we had silver to start with in 2008/2009. I sought the opinion of reputable planners and decorators then such as SimplyRenee about importing Chiavari Chairs and there was a positive response. We now have different chair options available and so many companies renting lovely chairs.

I then brought in a Marquee/ Tent after a couple of months but had no location to set it up permanently. So I started using it for mobile events that allowed us to set it up for clients at any location of their choice. The first permanent Event Centre opened up in Abuja in 2014.

What is your favourite thing about working weddings?

My favorite thing about weddings is the love and happiness you see in the couple and their parents. Every bride looks happy on their day and the joy makes them look beautiful. Such pure moments, you don't often get to see except on such a day.

What differentiates you from other event centres in your field?

At Dvenue by Cedarwood, we have set up the most comfortable event centre for our Clients and their guests. A very cold, clean and well fragranced hall with comfortable changing rooms and five star restrooms. Parties often go on for hours until the DJ stops because the hall is nice and chilled. We also have CCTV Cameras to monitor events which serves to provide extra security as we have over 10, 20, sometimes 40 vendors with several workers that can't necessarily be checked.

We also have a beautiful beach front that is available for ceremonies and parties which makes the environment serene and luxurious. We always ensure our hall is clean and well maintained.

Any trends you see becoming popular in 2017?

The 2017 wedding trends will be outdoor weddings (Wani says "yayyyyyyy!") and we have a lovely beach front available for that, also greenery and a lot of vintage details and rustic concept. A continuation of branded weddings, the use of metals especially rose gold and for colours blush pink rose, coral and peach.

From a vendor's perspective, what is the one best piece of advice you can offer to engaged couples

My advice to prospective brides is to please have a planner for coordination on the wedding day and trust us to know that our job as your "Venue" is to make your day as perfect as possible for you and your guests and so requesting last minute changes causes chaos and unprecedented issues.

Anything else we should know about you?

Dvenue by Cedarwood has a rental parent company called Cedarwood that rents out Mobile Marquees, Ghost chairs, Napoleon chairs, Banquet tables and other rental options. Dvenue by Cedarwood also has an Abuja event centre located in Adetokunbo Ademola way,Wuse II and ranks as one of the best event centres in Abuja.

Where can brides enquire about booking your space?

Phone no.s: 08099911105, 08099911106, 08095100008, 08095100002
Instagram: @dvenuebycedarwoodevents
Facebook: www.facebook.com/cedarwoodabuja
Website: www.dvenue.com.ng
Email: in**@********om.ng

First post of the year and I thought I would start off with a Vendor Spotlight! If you are new to the blog (welcome and thank you for stopping by), the Vendor Spotlight series is all about sharing some of my favourite vendors in the wedding and event industry who I have enjoyed working with. They are all super talented, professional and have great reviews from previous clients, which is why I feel comfortable sharing them with my lovely brides to be. You can check out other fabulous vendors on my "Awesome Sauce" list right here.

This year we are starting off with DJ Atte aka Explosive DJ Atte. A man of many talents, not only is he a celebrity wedding and event DJ, he also turns the party up on Naija FM 102.7 every Saturday and in his spare time makes music. He released an album back in 2010 and his latest single "Swe Swe Bale" feat. Cynthia Morgan, Jumabee, Endia and Dezign was released last month.

But enough about his multi-talents, if you want a DJ who will keep your party and after party moving and have your guests "turnt" and having the best time ever, then holla at Explosive DJ Atte...you won't be sorry. (contact details below).

So DJ Atte, how long have you been in the wedding business?

I've been in the DJ business for over a decade now and I've been Djing at weddings ever since

What got you interested in being a DJ at weddings? 

The wedding ambience and guests inspire me. 

Obviously, if a bride and groom were making a choice between hiring a DJ and a live band, you would recommend the DJ route. If you could give them only one reason to do so, what would it be? 

Song familiarity! DJs play exactly the music you have imagined for your wedding: your favourite songs by your favourite artists that sound exactly as you and your guests expect them to sound.  We, Djs, live for those moments when we hit the start button and immediately hear guests scream and say "I love this ", "that's my song" etc.

What is your favourite thing about working weddings? 

The excitement and delight from the couple and guests. 

What would you say makes you different from other DJs out there? 

My Professionalism -  I see every wedding event as an audition.  

What type of clients do you typically find yourself working with?

My work cut across all type of clients - I have many years of experience.

What main piece of advice do you have for brides & grooms who might be planning their receptions? 

By the special Grace of GOD, you will have just one wedding in your lifetime - plan well, employ the services of a wedding planner and engage professionals like myself to handle key areas of the event.

What else should we know about Seun Atte, the man behind the music? 

I'm a husband and father. I'm also a Media Consultant (Director - Marketing & Creatives, OJA Media ltd - in the business of radio, tv, music productions, PR and media marketing). 

So if you are looking for a talented videographer for your Nigerian wedding - look no further than Mr Lanre Esho. He's based in Lagos but available to travel wherever you need him to be.  Without further ado, here's Lanre of Lanre Esho Films (all images courtesy of Lanre unless indicated otherwise).

Morning Lanre, so how long have you been in the wedding business and why wedding videography?  

I've been in business 2 years and quite simply, I love telling love stories.

What would you say to the couple who were planning to have a friend video tape their wedding instead of going with a professional videographer?

I hope they don't regret it. My question is why spend so much on a wedding and leave out what will preserve the memories of such a memorable day? When the food is finished and the music has stopped, photos and video are the only things that keep the memory alive. I made the same mistake. I live with the memories of wishing I had a professional cover my wedding.

Sayo & Folahan Wedding Highlights

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Ooh, it's been a while since we've had a vendor spotlight and what better way to come back than with the multi faceted talent that is Juyin Demuren of Isabella J Plum Bespoke Events (IJPBE).

IJP Bespoke Events was formed by Juyin Demuren in 2009 to meet the event planning needs of the most tasteful and demanding clientele. Juyin develops each event as an architect or designer would design a signature space. She introduces the highest principles of art and design with exact attention to every detail to create an environment that exists for a few magnificent moments. Her travels throughout the world bring the latest inspirations, textures, new materials and event architecture to IJP's events.

I first met Juyin at a wedding she coordinated and designed a few years back and I was very impressed. So she was the first person who sprung to mind when I was looking for a partner for my very first styled shoot. Not only is she an amazing event planner but she creates beautiful, unique decor and has a great eye for detail. So without further ado, here's Juyin:

p.s.: all contact details are at the end of the post.

There are so many reasons to hire a wedding consultant, but if you could only give one to a bride & groom, what would it be? A consultant will help even the most organised couple gain quicker knowledgeable access to vendor options in whatever city/country that consultant is based/or is asked to plan their event in. A good wedding consultant's job is to help steer the ship that is the wedding, whilst allowing the couple to remain the captains of the entire enterprise. Their job as a consultant is to create ways to actualise their clients' dreams. So if you want your dreams actualised, get the right tools in place to make that happen and that includes a good wedding consultant.

How long have you been in the wedding business? I have been in the industry for 10 years, and I have been an event designer and event planner for 4.5 years.

Which came first the decor / event design or wedding planning and which do you prefer? I love event design. It is my true passion, but for the decor to work I feel that the form and function have to be perfect, so a beautifully designed but poorly organised event is a waste of a beautiful space. So although decor came first, planning is key to making my 1st love perfect.

What type of clients do you find yourself most working with?

Clients who know what they want, and recognise that nothing comes from/for nothing.

What is the top quality you possess that makes you uniquely suited to do both wedding consulting and event design? My team and I's work ethic. We believe in details and its role in the big picture, so no detail is too small to fuss over. I have fussed over something as little as how the napkin fold must compliment the type of menu cards to be used.

What is your favorite part of the wedding planning process? Many things inform that. Every part of the process feeds into the next. So I could say its the journey that I love the most, from the start to the end. Being able to do what we love to do well.

What is your favorite part of the wedding day? The part that stands out for me is the couples' 1st dance, many parts have significance, some speak to the reason that the event is being held, but this is the part that is just for the couple, and our couples today own their moment! I love it!

Did you plan your own wedding? Anything you would do differently now you are in the "biz"? No I didn't, and yes of course!! However I got married 10 years ago, so with experience I now know more.

Any interesting facts we should know that will make you even more fabulous? 🙂 

I am a wife and mum 1st, and a "crazy", detail loving event perfectionist after, my faith, kids and husband are the key to my fabulosity... so no real surprises there!

You can reach Juyin on any of the following social media platforms: Website: https://www.ijpbe.com/about.php Instagram: @juyindemuren Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/IJP-Bespoke-Events

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]]> https://waniolatunde.com/isabella-j-plum-bespoke-events-vendor-spotlight/feed/ 0 https://waniolatunde.com/bridal-and-wedding-accessories-by-i-do-weddings/ https://waniolatunde.com/bridal-and-wedding-accessories-by-i-do-weddings/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2013 09:30:21 +0000 https://waniolatunde.com/?p=3994 So I recently got the opportunity to shoot the bridal accessories look book for I Do Weddings (remember the spotlight?). In addition to wedding planning, I Do Weddings also have a beautiful bridal line including dresses and a wide range of accessories. So we were shooting the whole line of jewellwery sets, earrings, hair pieces, tiaras, bags, fascinators etc. Here are a few of my favourite images from the day and you can see the complete line of accessories over on the brand new I Do Weddings website right here.

Have a fab weekend mes amis.
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]]> https://waniolatunde.com/bridal-and-wedding-accessories-by-i-do-weddings/feed/ 3 https://waniolatunde.com/i-do-weddings-vendor-spotlight/ https://waniolatunde.com/i-do-weddings-vendor-spotlight/#comments Tue, 12 Nov 2013 09:00:03 +0000 https://waniolatunde.com/?p=3844 Ahh yes, the time has come for our second vendor spotlight and I'm very excited to introduce I Do Weddings by Timi Ejiwumi.

I Do Weddings is a wedding solutions company, which started off primarily with wedding planning and has now expanded to other services including a beautiful bridal line complete with bridal accessories i.e. veils, boleros, hair accessories etc. I'm a big believer in local talent and so I love that the bridal line, "Love, Tims", is aimed at the up and coming bride who wants to look elegant without having to fly abroad to find her dream dress. Less hassle and cost without comprising on the quality and variety? It doesn't get much better than that. 🙂

I met Timi at a wedding I shot earlier this year and thought she did such a fabulous job with the wedding from the wedding planning aspect, I knew I just had to introduce her to you guys. So without further ado, here's Timi:

p.s.: all contact details are at the end of the post.

p.p.s: please note all images used with permission of I Do Weddings, photo credit as indicated by the watermarks, decor by Oaken Events.

1. There are so many reasons to hire a wedding consultant, but if you could only give one to a bride & groom, what would it be?  

I'd tell a bride and groom that having spent so much money on amazing decor, food, band, dj etc the worst thing is for all those vendors not to work harmoniously together and for them to have a disorganised day. Truth is the amount of time, money and effort that has gone into all the wedding elements may be wasted if it isn't planned properly. No matter how organised you are you cannot plan from your head table. Family members and friends cannot do the a job professionally and objectively they will always satisfy the people they know better and get distracted with things like dancing etc. A wedding planner can be there from inception to ensure everything runs smoothly and give you advice from a professional stand point. They can also provide creative input and give you resources that you don't have. Of course on the actual day they would be objective and professional in ensuring that the wedding day is well planned and coordinated.

2. How long have you been in the wedding business?

I actually formed the company in 2009. I planned a few weddings then took a long break to attend law school and complete my bar exams, after that I went on to gain some corporate experience. I officially started again on 1st of March this year. So much has happened since then I feel like I've been doing it for years! To be honest I never really stopped as I was subconsciously working towards building a wedding solutions company the entire time.

3. What inspired you to start working in the wedding industry?

Simply because it's my passion and love what I love to do. I also didn't know of a one stop wedding solutions company that catered to various wedding needs in Nigeria. I knew innately that I had the passion to create just that and provide value and creativity. A lot of people have very niche expertise but what I do is offer a range of services which will get wider over time so watch this space.

4. What type of clients do you find yourself most working with?

All sorts, the wedding planning tranche of the business sees a lot of elaborate personalities who want big and amazing weddings. The bridal side sees all sorts of personalities from the larger than life Kimora Lee Simmons type personality, to the softer more demure bride, mature brides and of course brides on a budget. I see it all, and I like that because it adds a variety to what I do.

5. What are the top qualities you possess that makes you uniquely suited for wedding consulting?

I am organised, I pay attention to detail, I am romantic, I am focused and I'm passionate. Being organised and paying attention to detail is key because brides want their visions to be actualised. Being romantic adds a softness and being passionate adds an extra flair to what I do. Lastly being focused means I'm driven to execute jobs excellently.

6. What is your favorite part of the wedding planning process?

I love collaborating with my brides and putting all the ideas together and then seeing them come to life.

7. What is your favorite part of the wedding day?

As a planner, it is when the party starts and I have achieved a near flawless execution. What drives me is knowing like my clients have been through the day and felt like everything went according to plan and they can now enjoy themselves.

8. Did you plan your own wedding?

Of course! I had my Aunty provide on the day co-ordination as I couldn't do that from the head table lol.

9. Anything you would do differently now you are in the "biz"?

Maybe I would have chosen a different dress and a different location for my pictures.

10. Any interesting facts we should know that will make you even more fabulous? 🙂

Hmmm, I'm really not one to toot my own horn so perhaps one of my clients is best equipped to say what makes me fabulous.

You can reach Timi on any of the following social media platforms:

Website: idoweddingsng.blogspot.com

Instagram and twitter: @idoweddingsng

Facebook: www.facebook.com/idoweddingsng

Google+: idoweddingsng

]]> https://waniolatunde.com/i-do-weddings-vendor-spotlight/feed/ 14 https://waniolatunde.com/introducing-vendor-spotlight-newton-david/ https://waniolatunde.com/introducing-vendor-spotlight-newton-david/#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2013 09:30:57 +0000 https://waniolatunde.com/?p=3734 Ahh, welcome welcome to the very first WOP Vendor Spotlight - yippee!!!

There are so many amazingly talented individuals in the Lagos wedding industry and I decided to start this series to showcase some of my favourite vendors to date. As a wedding photographer in Lagos, I am always on the lookout for top of the line vendors who provide top-notch service to their clients as this is the philosophy and vision I am constantly working towards in my business. I love to refer professionals I have worked with and who I truly believe will do an amazing job for my clients. Over the coming weeks, I will be showcasing a diverse range of vendors - you can think of them as the dream team that I think every bride should have to help you plan that wedding of your dreams. 🙂  

I am so excited to start this series off with my favourite decor / event manager / pure genius that is Newton and David (previously blogged about here, here and here). Under the guidance of the incredibly talented and passionate Mrs Uche Majekodunmi, this company has evolved from a humble floral company to a multi-faceted design house that is synonymous with beauty, elegance and class. Without further ado, I introduce to you...the ever fabulous, Newton & David (images provided by Newton & David unless indicated otherwise, contact details at the end of the post): 

1.    How long have you been in the wedding business? 

Newton and David Events has been in the wedding and event business for over 22 years.

2.    What inspired you to start your business?  

Passion, my obsession with details and definitely my love for beautiful things.

3.    What do you feel sets you apart from your peers in the wedding industry? 

There are definitely a lot of creative companies in the wedding and events industry today but at Newton and David I believe our need to constantly grow, improve and build upon our past work in a creative way sets us apart. We’re constantly evolving creatively and we are not afraid to experiment and think outside the box despite the challenges present in Nigeria.

4.    Why decide to go into event management now? 

Our approach as a company has always been to look at the big picture of the event. When we come up with décor concepts for clients, we envision how guests will be seated (floorplans), the kind of food and drinks they would be served, the entertainment and many others. We’re obsessed with details and event management is all about managing those details to ensure your clients thoroughly enjoy their events and so it only made sense for us to expand our services. 

5. What do you enjoy most about working in the wedding industry?

Every client is completely different so no two days are ever the same which is great for us as creative people. 

6. When meeting with brides who don't know much about flowers, what is the biggest tip you find yourself giving them?

First, I try to understand the look and feel they hope to achieve with their wedding. Then I consider factors such as the colour scheme of the wedding and most importantly the client’s budget before finally making suggestions. A lot of people don’t know this but I started out as a florist and so I’m extremely passionate about flowers because they can transform a space especially if used properly.

7. Is there a minimum budget you work with?  

Yes, the minimum budget we work with is 1,200 Naira per guest and it includes table linen, chair covers, bows, standing props, walkway décor, couple’s area décor, cake table décor and the couple’s car decor. Regardless of the package our clients select, we always aim to transform the event space while exceeding their expectations and contributing to the success of their special day.

8. What current trend in wedding flowers do you personally like the most? 

We can’t get enough of soft romantic flowers like Peonies and Hydrangeas! We’re currently in love with the soft, lush romantic look, the wild romantic look with cascading flowers and vines as well as the shabby chic trend that utilizes a lot of English garden flowers.

9. Any interesting facts we should know that will make you even more fabulous? 🙂 

I love to connect with my clients and get a sense of their core selves. I’ve found that once that is done, it makes the creative process a lot easier because we’re then able to deliver an event based on the client’s personality.

We love meeting new clients so visit our website or follow us on twitter, instagram or facebook!

Visit our website on www.newtonanddavidevents.com

Twitter: @newtonanddavid

Instagram: Newtonanddavid

Facebook: Newton & David Floral and Event Decorators

NEWTON AND DAVID EVENTS OFFICES

Head Office:

27 Oduduwa Way,

Off Isaac John Street, GRA Ikeja, LAGOS

+234 12700894 | +234 7036097188  |  +234 18169972

VI Shop:

Elpina Plaza,

Plot 642C, Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, LAGOS

+234 7030059833   | +234 7036091228

Abuja Branch:

Ceddi Plaza,

Plot 264, Tafawa Balewa Way, Central Business District, ABUJA

+234 8023830211 | +234 8074101330

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