Looking to understand Wedding Traditions in Ghana. Here is our list of the best places to start your search. KNOCKING ON THE DOOR Since marriage in African culture is considered the official joining of two families, a large emphasis is placed on getting family permissions and blessings before the wedding. In Ghana, the groom requests permission through the custom of … [Read more...]
5 Designs for African Wedding Inspiration
The recent bridal showcase show in New York City boasted some of the most beautiful wedding inspiration and bridal wear the stage has seen this year. Circle of Sisters and WBLS Radio held the annual showcase of the designs. Here are the top Tekay trends that inspired me, to inspire you! 1. Queen of the Brides Tekay Designs presented the launch of their new … [Read more...]
Engaging with the Engagement Ring: Interesting Diamond Ideas
Proposals are frequently accompanied with a bent knee and a diamond ring. By accepting the ring, you release the bent knee into a jump for joy (and often relief) and accept the wedding ring to come. So what does the diamond symbolize? The diamond is one of the more recent accomplices to the wedding band and interestingly enough, many people believed that a diamond held the … [Read more...]
Word on the Street: Wedding Talk with Lerato Dumisa (part 1)
I recently enjoyed chatting to a former school friend ofmine from South Africa. Lee Dumisa is a rising star, studying and interning in the mother city, Cape Town, South Africa. Being in the trend capital of South Africa, I asked her to share some wedding inspiration. Here she offers a beautiful understanding on how to incorporate ease and simplicity into your traditional … [Read more...]
3 Top Tips for a Successful African Wedding
The number one trend in African weddings right now is to make a statement and wear your dress like the queen that you are. There is a generalization that often proves its worth; women of color know how to wear confidence like a million dollar diamond. This is being highlighted, as African women throughout the globe know how to glide down the aisle in true African … [Read more...]