Articles by Hafeedoh Balogun
Wedding Gowns - Bridal Store vs Custom Made
By Hafeedoh Balogun There are generally two types of brides - brides who have been dreaming about their wedding gown before they meet their special someone and brides who are dreading the process of searching and finding their wedding gown.
Wedding Planner vs Wedding Coordinator
By Hafeedoh Balogun To make a wedding happen, many parties often come together, from the couple themselves, family and friends, and external parties such as planners and vendors. Nigerian weddings can be a big affair, and couples these days are now getting professionals to help carry most of the burden of planning a Nigerian wedding. If you’re planning your wedding or have been part of a wedding, you might have come across the terms ‘wedding planner’ and ‘wedding coordinator’.
Vendor Corner - Interview with Touch Pro MUA
By Hafeedoh Balogun The bridal look entails a few things - the outfit, the accessories, the hair, the turban/ gele, and the makeup. As a key part of a bride’s look, some time and effort are needed to find a wedding makeup artist and ensure that, as a bride, you have the best chance to look beautiful on your big day. We love hearing from professionals about wedding tips and tricks, so we contacted Touch Pro (him), a Lagos-based makeup artist, to get the gist of wedding makeup.
10 iconic white dresses on Nigerian brides this 2022
By Hafeedoh Balogun From A list actresses to Arewa heiresses to Yoruba queens to Igbo Lolo’s - here is a flashback on some of our favourite white wedding dresses of 2022! In the Nigerian wedding scene, everyone is always on the lookout for a bride that stunned the most and caught all eyes. The brides that left all our mouths agape and had us running to our tailors for a remake.
Vendor Corner - Interview with MCFunsure
By Hafeedoh Balogun Weddings are the one event that usually brings everyone together in perfect harmony, but sweet Jollof isn’t the only thing that makes a good wedding. Great entertainment also makes a good wedding. What is wedding entertainment without a good MC aka Master of Ceremonies? These people keep the vibe of the wedding going with just their mics.
Finding the Perfect Makeup Artist, A Bride's Guide
By Hafeedoh Balogun Makeup is not a compulsion for brides, but it could be the perfect accessory for you. There is a sparkle that makeup adds to a bride’s look on her special day! You’ve probably sorted out a few things regarding your wedding - families have agreed on a date, booked a venue, and secured your key vendors. Now, on to the next phase of wedding planning, which entails discovering your wedding look and finding the perfect wedding makeup artist for your wedding.
Planning a Wedding Out of a Major City in Nigeria
By Hafeedoh Balogun Taking your wedding out of the major cities in Nigeria to a smaller city could happen for several reasons, maybe to honor your parents or you prefer the vibes of a smaller city. Whatever your reason, you are bound to create good memories with your special person, family and friends.
The A to Z of Planning a Nigerian Wedding
By Hafeedoh Balogun You are discussing wedding details with a friend or your wedding planner, and there are so many terms you do not understand! We get it - weddings, especially Nigerian weddings, have a lot going on and many words to familiarise yourself with. So we have put together a list of commonly used terms to make wedding planning easier.
How to Save Money When Planning Your Nigerian Wedding
By Hafeedoh Balogun Let’s be honest here - Nigerian weddings can be pretty expensive! Unfortunately, some brides and grooms may encounter money-related struggles while planning their dream wedding day, whether unforeseen expenses or overstretching their budget.
Islamic Wedding in Nigeria: What You Need to Know
By Hafeedoh Balogun In Islam, marriage is considered a sacred ceremony between a man and woman, as when they marry each other, they have completed half of deen (religious faith). A significant other in Islam means that you have found someone to be your comfort in this world and the next, to fulfill each other’s dreams, and fill your lives with bliss & happiness.
Hidden Costs Killing Your Nigerian Wedding Budget
By Hafeedoh Balogun When setting up the budget for your Nigerian wedding, it is quite easy to overlook certain lurking expenses. Picture this, you’re only a few months or weeks to the wedding and you realise you have to pay for certain services or items which puts you way above your planned budget - Not fun! When last minute expenses begin to accumulate, trying to make up for them at a later time may actually cause a dent to your finances.
Typical Costs When Planning a Nigerian wedding
By Hafeedoh Balogun Every Saturday, there is another Nigerian wedding to witness! But, one thing is for sure, the cost for one wedding is different from the other. For Nigerian weddings, a few things can affect your final wedding spend - how well you can negotiate with vendors, any family and friends discounts, etc. However, no matter what your wedding looks like, certain expenses are hard to exclude from your budget.
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