Last week, a couple who wore traditional isi-agu outfits to their wedding went viral, Pakistani activist, Malala Yousafzai got married to Asser Malik, and American socialite and media personality, Paris Hilton got married to entrepreneur, Carter Milliken Reum. Billionaire heiress, Ivy Love Getty also got married to Tobias Alexander Engel. Here’s all the wedding news from last week.
#JoyofSummy. As far as grand entrances go, we think we’ve found the most epic one yet. Last week, Nigerian bride, Joy arrived in what we can only liken to a ‘Coming 2 America‘ styled arrival. No words can explain this so just watch the video below by Niyi Fagbemi.
#Odenigbo2021. Nigerian couple, Amarachukwu and Kenechukwu’s wedding outfits went viral last week for all the right reasons. The couple chose to wear outfits made from traditional isi-agu fabric and they looked stunning. The bride designed her own isi-agu ball gown under her fashion label, House of Mirah.
Malala Yousafzai is married: The education activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Asser Malik had their Nikkah ceremony on the 9th of November in Birmingham. Malala shared the news on her social media pages; ‘Today marks a precious day in my life. Asser and I tied the knot to be partners for life. We celebrated a small nikkah ceremony at home in Birmingham with our families. Please send us your prayers. We are excited to walk together for the journey ahead.’
#ISquared18. It’s been 3 years since Nollywood sweethearts, Linda Ejiofor and Ibrahim Suleiman’s wedding. Ibrahim shared on Instagram “Three years of God’s love, mercy, and abundant grace” and Linda shared “It’s been 3 solid years of this beautiful thing called our love. Sometimes I catch myself in the realisation that you are one of the best decisions I will ever make.“
Ivy Love Getty weds Tobias Alexander Engel. The billionaire heiress got married to photographer, Tobias last week. Their wedding ceremony was officiated by US Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi at City Hall in San Francisco. The bride, who is an artist, model, billionaire heiress, and great-granddaughter of late petroleum industrialist, J. Paul Getty shared their wedding photos on Instagram.
#ForeverHiltonReum. Paris Hilton and Carter Reum‘s wedding took place at the Bel-Air estate on the 11th of November 2021. Paris walked down the aisle in a custom high neck, thread work pressed ball gown by Oscar de la Renta and wore dresses by designers; Oscar de la Renta and Galia Lahav for the wedding reception.
E-Money’s wedding anniversary. The Chairman of Five Star Group took to Instagram to celebrate his wedding anniversary last week. He shared about his wife, Juliet Okonkwo “You’re the best part of my life and you will always be the best thing that has ever happened to me.”
Nikki Kademaunga Zhiva is married: The Zimbabwean confidence coach and disability blogger shared her wedding photos with her partner, Reuben on Facebook.
Taylor Lautner is engaged. The Twilight Saga actor and his girlfriend, Taylor Dome got engaged on the 11th of November 2021 after dating for three years. He shared the news with photos of the proposal on Instagram and captioned; ‘11.11.2021. And just like that, all of my wishes came true.’
Vera Wang’s Haute Fall 2022 Bridal collection. The bridal house unveiled Haute, which will lead the charge of what makes up that core brand ethos. Speaking to Harpers Bazaar, Vera Wang shared; “Haute represents the highest level of draping, cutting, and sewing, allowing me the necessary tools to create for some of the world’s most celebrated women.” See some pieces from the collection below.
Nigerian comedian, Akpororo and his wife, Jojo celebrated their 6th wedding anniversary last week. Congratulations to the couple
A wedding without a reception party: Nigerian activist, Aisha Yesufu shared the story of a Nigerian couple who had a wedding without a reception party. She tweeted; ‘My husband attended a wedding where the couple decided they will not have a reception. Family talk tire! They stood their ground. After the church ceremony, every guest was given this bag with food, water, soft drinks and souvenir! I love the energy! People must do their thing!’
