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Mirror Mirror on the Wall

Enviable Finishing FOR YOUR GROOM

INSPIRED IDEAS

Blush Wedding Ideas

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Weddings TO INSPIRE YOURS

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Contents

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In Vogue

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Inspired Ideas

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Real Weddings

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Designer’s Profile

Blushing Bride

Mirror Mirror Frame it

Wunmi & Kayode Yeside & Seni Jane & Miebaka Kemi & Femi Doyin & Toyin Fred & Nana

Eugenia Couture 2014 Designs

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Cake Relish

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Finishing Touches

Beautifully crafted Cakes by Diva Cakes

FInishing for the groom

by David Wej

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS IN THIS EDITION photography by Abi Abi Rotimi of Photography by Abi is recognised as one of the leading wedding photographers in Lagos Nigeria and West Africa. His Photography style is unique incorporating Reportage, Sponataneous, Creative, Natural, Contemporary photography and modern techniques to capture beautiful moments that allows the story of your wedding day to unfold through vibrant and sharp photographs.

Photography by Abi is a leading Photography Studio with 17 years experience specialising in Reportage Wedding Photography and has covered over 500 weddings worldwide in the U.K, Mainland Europe, Carribbeans, Africa and U.S.A before deciding to move business back to Nigeria.

Photography by Abi is based in Surulere Lagos, Nigeria with their services available Locally, Nationally and Internationally.

Liberian Eye

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Lanre balogun bought his first professional camera in 2009 with no plans to turn his passion into a profession. With a 9-5 routine, playing with his new toy was his escapism , with each new image came a surge of excitement. He was hooked, desperate to master his art he started researching and asking questions. And then his first happy couple and Liberian Eye Photography was born and it was good bye to 9-5.

Lanre’s style is the perfect blend of vibrant, modern portraiture. Quite simply, he captures raw emotion through his lens. No thrills. No gimmicks.

Just honest, beautiful images.

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Welcome

ords such as unique, bespoke and exclusive are on most brides’ mind this wedding season and that is exactly what we aim to give you. Being a bespoke bride isn’t about having a big budget, but a sign of good taste.The bespoke bride craves the exclusivity of couture designs, wants the most innovative reception setting and treats herself to the of shoes and accessories. So, like some of the brides we bring your way in iWeddings, release yourself from the constraint of conveyor belt style and rejoice in knowing you’re doing things YOUR way.

Its good bye to just getting marries as the brides in this edition went all out to get married in fun ways. These brides will make you want to go an extra length in your planning. And our out-door wedding inspiration from Ghana; will widen your horizon of possibilities.

Blush pink is a 2014 wedding colour, so infuse some romance into your wedding. Want to know how you can get creative as a blushing bride?

Check out In Vogue. Inspired Ideas goes poetic and fairy-like with “Mirror, mirror on the wall” and “Frame it” by Jasondavids. So many ideas rolled into one; you can pick one, two, or all.

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And we polished-off this edition with Finishing Touches featuring David Wej’s accessories for grooms. The little things that make a world of difference. Queens dress-up your king!

Precision is an art to be mastered, getting laudable outcomes, requires some effort and when you see a couple who’ve done their homework; they always have something to show for it. And if you’re reading this edition of iWeddings as a soon-to-be bride, then you’re doing yours!

Enjoy!

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Enjoy the designer profile on Eugenia Couture. The styles are refreshing and include the 2014 trends; with embellishments, detailed backs, layers and the Great Gatsby inspired. Cake Relish this edition features once again, our very own Diva Cakes showers. She gave good attention on these cakes; giving that wow effect that makes your cake more than just a cake!

I couldn’t help noticing the deep love behind “this hug”. It tells of the emotions behind all the ceremonies and activities that goes into the wedding.A seemingly common gesture; that brought tears to the eyes of this bride, on her most joyous day!

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In VOGUE 2014 Blush Pink Weddings

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Romance is a resounding theme this year. Soft and delicate blush wedding colours for your flowers, bridesmaid dresses, decor, et al.

Blush pink with ivory, gold or silver accents will create a romantic, elegant and classy look, for your decor. Your centrepieces and bouquets can be a combination of roses and other flowers in variations of blush pink and different sizes, the flowers can also be added to chandeliers and arch decorations to give that elegant and chic look.

Blush pink blends naturally with either ivory or white wedding dress, a huge blush pink bow added to the back of your wedding dress, Jewellery with a touch of gold or silver or even pearls with blush pink, is simply distinguishing!

Tulle, taffeta, chiffon, organza, in blush pink, are signature fabrics for your bridesmaids dresses, they accentuate romance.....................................................!

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Mirror mirror on the wall by Jasondavids Colour palette: Leaf Green, Sand

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irrors have been used as wedding decor element for centuries; their versatility can really enhance the drama of your event. Mirrors are the perfect way to create an impact without sacrificing glamour and glitz. It gives a venue a breath taking fairy tale look and feel.

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ere Jasondavids used a mirror table, mirror runners, urns etc. She also used a decor piece called grass wall, to give it a natural and subtle look with mirrors creatively placed around it.

You can never over emphasize the power of blings. Blings on the wall, on the table, on the urns, floor and on the sand chair. SAND was introduced in order to blend with the traditional, natural ambience already created. Enjoy this work of art by Jasondavids.

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ED means light emitting diode.

This is a display of light emitting diode (LED) decor pieces with the infusion of empty frames on a sparkling background. Orchid flowers in yellow and white were used to spice up the decor. Orchid flowers popularly known for beauty, symmetry and serenity gave the decor a balance.

Decor pieces in different shapes, sizes, form and colour cannot be caged. LED dĂŠcor pieces can be tuned to take on any colour that suits the occasion.

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Colour palette: Silver, Freesia.

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Wunmi & Kayode 18 Yeside & Seni 27 Jane & Miebaka 35 Kemi & Femi 42 Doyin & Toyin 49 Fred & Nana 61

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Wunmi Huthman &Kayode Adekoya Timeless Tradition

Photographer : Libran Eye

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unmi Huthman, a qualified lawyer who graduated from Cardiff University with a post graduate from Sweden met Kayode, a banker who obtained his degree from the University of Lagos and a post graduate from UK through Kayode’s uncle and it all started with a simple call on her birthday and now it’s a journey of a life time.

This couple just always had the top-up for everything; the note of prestige rang in every element of this wedding.

The couple’s traditional outfit, a Bisbod Aso oke was complimented with a sequined bridal blouse by Ade Bakare

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Dream Palette Bride’s outfit: Bisbod Aso Oke, Aso Oke beading Ade Bakare Couture Second outfit: Ricci stores Bride’s shoes: Jimmy Choo & Christian Louboutin Groom’s outfit: Ricci stores Groom’s shoes: Gucci Makeup artist: Ayo Make up Aso Ebi: Bisbod Aso Oke Decorator: Sarao Cake designer: Sunshine Madison Confectionarie Event planner/ Coordinator: Magna Event venue: Landmark, Oniru. VI Caterer(s) Honey lips, Kemabom, Golden Pot, Choppies, Honey pooh Drinks/Cocktail: Bottle Tupps and Blue World Desert/ Finger Foods: Oh la la, Laredo, Mrs Oni desert, 12 Baskets, Adedas, Fruitopia, Royale Fruitee.

Alaga : Alayo Band: KSA Photographer: Libran Eye, Jay exposure

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Couture. There was a variety of aso ebi still you can see a continuous balance ensuring none was found out of place.

The infusion of greens added a touch of the outdoors; potted plants in strategic spots, the green wall photo booth and flowers as centrepieces. They all stood out dramatically, giving an overall airy effect. The photography by Libran Eye was impeccable; no overcrowding, good arrangement and every shot was well worth the effort!

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Yeside Lasaki& Seni Doregos WINTER WONDERLAND Photographer by Jeffery Olalekan

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he winter wonderland themed wedding of Yeside and Darego- That’s some wedding dress, simple, yet elegant and stylish; with bridesmaids clad in blue and silver flowing chiffon dresses that accommodates even the preggy! This wedding is not clustered in its details they kept it simple and real, with the one-for-all wine colour asoebi, you just can’t go wrong.

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Dream Palette Bride’s dress (s)second dress by Iysha Groom’s outfit Make up artist: Unveil Hair stylist. Abbey Yussuf Bridesmaids outfit Peridots and Ruby Groomsmen outfit Aso ebi: Yards n blings Decorator: Twists Cake designer - Nuts about Cakes Event planner - Twists and Zapphaire Event venue(s) - Protea Maryland and 10 degrees, Caterer - Malas and Kemabom Drinks/cocktail- divine cocktails and Elle’s ice box Desert/ finger foodPastry land PhotographerJeffery Olalekan VideographerFlytime Mc- Gbenga Adeyinka

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Watch the couples give it to each other on the dance floor………….it makes you want to prepare to beat your man to it on the big day; it’s your day anyway!

What stands this wedding out is that it’s so real; from the subdued exchange of vows, to the lighter mood at the reception which later graduated to being gay. Enjoy this!

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Jane Akarolo & Miebaka Nabiebu Crystals ‘n’ Blooms

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Dream Palette Wedding Coordination: Kezington Events Décor: Décor World Events Ushers: Kezington Events Live Entertainment: Flavour Wedding Cake: Cakes By Tosan Reception Venue: Asia Town, Ph Photographers: J-Gates | Ivino Mc: Ay

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Dream Palette Wedding planner : Aquarian Touch Bride’s Wardrobe : Marilyn’s Makeover Make up: Marilyn’s Makeover Catering: Pepper Consult and 3Fold Cord Groom and Grooms men Wardrobe: Manuel’s Collection Dj - Dj Ozzy, MC: 1st Born Security : Elite Guards & Nigeria Police Force, Video Coverage : Klala Photography Photography : Bayo Omoboriowo & Klala Photography, Imageman Photography Music : M.I.C. band Church : Williams Memorial Methodist Church Ago Ijaiye, Ebute Meta, Lagos Reception Venue : The Balmoral, Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun

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alk about style, this couple’s got it; they knew (at least, someone knew) what they wanted and went all out for it.

They did it- we’ll do the showing-off! The personalized inscription on their shoes, the see-through lace details at the back of her dress and her coloured shoes matched with her nails, his socks too, perfectly matched with his royal blue pants, styled with a grey stripe and crowned with a grey bow tie. Green bridesmaids dresses, complimented with same colour of tie and pocket square for the groom’s men. I’ll call them well-arranged-ingredients and the result can’t but be palatable…

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The couple’s spot, looking like a home already in white and pink, with mirrors and crystal; reeked of elegance. And an ivory cake embroidered with gold is simply regal!

Having so much fun in dancing, they brought the party to a climax.

Then they set a more relaxed atmosphere with their second attires in cool shades of pink.

Kudos guys, your efforts paid off!

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Doyin Ojerinde& Toyin Oni

Colour Splendor Photography by K’Lala

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February wedding sure has that touch of romance……………. This was the exact effect made when Doyin Ojerinde and Toyin Oni shared their eternal vows of love!

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Dream Palette Wedding Dress: Mark Zunino Make up : Beauty Cook Event planner : Magna Event Music: Faith music, Ayefele, King Sunny Ade Photography: Klala Photography

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This is one couple that gave themselves and their guests all the fun they could; dancing into the night. And their wedding did not ignore the 2014 trends one bit; with their use of bright colours, gold, the art dĂŠcor cake, the late night partying and music was endless.

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Colours; bold and beautiful, were put to use in distinct ways that made a clear statement. This bride rocked her gold; from bridesmaids attire, to reception décor, engagement attire………..just a touch here and there, completed the magic.

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Eugenia Couture

By Eugenia Vasiliadis

Eugenia Couture is a well known bridal fashion house, which was established in the year 1989.

Their Mission is to fashion the Picture-perfect bride‌ Eugenia Couture is known for designing, producing, and selling high-quality, hand-crafted bridal gowns to select bridal boutiques and retail establishments.

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aving been in the bridal gown business for over 20 years, Eugenia Couture creates and produces all of its gowns in the United States and they are worn all over the world. They flag a team of professionals who have consistently produced unique styles of superior quality; topped with an accurate finish and fit. Hence, they are able to deliver on their promise to make you a picture-perfect bride!

Eugenia Couture was founded by Eugenia Vasiliadis, a couturier with a commendable combination of passion and creativity. She began her career, more than 30 years ago, working with Haute Couture designers in her native Greece; she later came to the United States to pursue bridal design. Her work was in great demand, so she was able to birth her vision of establishing her own line of bridal gowns!

Eugenia’s designs are dreamlike and elegant in outlook. Her hallmark is to always design with the bride in mind!

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Her inspiration comes from a variety of sources: the subtle changes of the seasons, the glamorous starlets of the 30’s and 40’s, the world-renowned masters of Haute Couture, the lost art of classic tailoring, and very often, the brides themselves.

Eugenia says, “To my gowns, and brides, I have given all that I have: my head, in the form of inspiration and creativity; my hands, in the form of experience and expertise; my heart, in the form of passion and love; and my name.”

Eugenia’s work has attracted its fair share of accolade over the years; it has been commended as being: “exciting and different; “dramatic and romantic”;

“chic and sophisticated”; “unique yet timeless”, “pieces of art”…………..

She really loves the last bit because; Eugenia has always given her best, to make each and every gown a masterful work of art!

Although still very involved in the business, Eugenia turned over the Lead Designer responsibilities to her daughter Barbara in 2012 and is very pleased with the results of the transition.

Barbara Joy Kavchok, currently the lead designer at Eugenia Couture, has tastefully combined the classy & traditional style of her mother with her own unique, gorgeous & modern touch.

Barbara Joined Eugenia Couture full-time in 2004.

Having studied fine art and design at The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, she never expected to enter the family business, but then; Barbara discovered, while helping out at Eugenia Couture, that bridal design fulfilled her need for both the creative and the hands-on.

With classical training in both drawing and painting, she has added a number of fine-art techniques to the design process, such as the introduction of handpainted gowns.

In keeping with the Eugenia way, Barbara always creates with the bride in mind. She says, “Eugenia gowns have the perfect balance of texture, form, and proportion. It’s very difficult to classify our gowns as having one particular look or style. We love so many different looks, and as a result, there is a style for every bride in our collections.”

Barbara is inspired by beautiful textiles, great works of art, and history’s classic beauties; she seeks to recreate perfection with every new design!

While dynamic and modern in its approach, Eugenia Couture also respects and honors the principal rules of tradition. With this duo, any bride you can very easily get that wedding dress that is the grand picture of her dreams!

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hese cakes will give you some ideas on how you can say volumes with your theme and the right choice of cake; the colour- yes, the layout too. Be it fun, be it warmth, be it romance!

From Diva Cakes we serve you: The butterfly and The pearl sparkle delight!

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The butterfly This four-tier hexagon shaped wedding cake, with colourful butterflies and silver shoots springing right out of it!

According to Diva cakes, “It symbolizes the beginning of a life that will soar to great heights!”

It is unique in its shape, texture and outlook. It is delicately crafted and perfect for fun loving couples; the shoots make it look like it has a tendency to explode, depicting a promise of things to come………..

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The pearl sparkle delight Bronze and white with sparkles and pearls, this wedding cake is indeed a work of art; graduating from the simple to the intricate and adding more details all the way. Starting at the top as a simple receptacle with pearly details, it goes down to the middle tier; all white, more pearls and a stripe of bronze sparkles, then the drooping crystals. The last tier, with much more of the preceding; it also has the colours artistically interwoven; sealing it off with a touch of gold at the base. And the finished work?

Hmmmm……………..Inviting!

Bronze connotes charm and warmth, white is simply classy. To warm your way into the hearts of your guests, the pearl sparkle delight by Diva Cakes it is!

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By David Wej

We thought to include the grooms in this edition; let’s tag this “little things that matter much”. The groom may not have the most complicated hair-do, yet he can make the best of his minimal accessories.

Available at David Wej

Cuff links, the tie and pocket square, with the socks are about the groom’s only accessories; combining the right colours, shapes and patterns. Our selection, all from David Wej, features polka dots, stripes and few other patterns. Brides, help your man add some spice to his taste………….

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