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Why Hire A Bridal Stylist?

Regal Estilo — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 11:25:49 +0000

Professional Advice

Bridal stylists are experts in fashion and understand the intricacies of putting together what looks best on different body types and skin tones. They can offer valuable advice on the best silhouettes, hairstyles, makeup, and colours that flatter your body type and suit your style and personality e.g the type of aso-oke to consider for a Yoruba bride, the type of material to consider for an Igbo bride – akwa ocha fabric or george fabric and the type of fabric to consider for a Hausa bride – lace, ankara or aso – oke amongst others. They can also suggest accessories, such as jewelry, shoes, and veils, that complement and complete your look.

Stress-Free Experience

Wedding planning can be stressful, and the last thing a bride wants to worry about is her wedding day look. A bridal stylist takes care of all the details – from the big things like dress fittings and the final styling on the wedding day to the small things such as getting together essential items needed on the day. They make sure everything is perfect and stress-free by working closely with all third-party vendors e.g. planners, makeup artists, hairstylists, on-the-day coordinators, media teams, etc. to ensure a picture-perfect look and also allowing the bride to relax and enjoy her special day.

Every bride wants to look her best on her big day and this is absolutely befitting as “Every bride deserves her own magic”. From the perfect wedding dress to the most flattering accessories, there are so many elements to consider when putting together the ideal bridal look from the civil wedding, traditional wedding, wedding brunch/dinner to the white wedding. This is where a bridal stylist comes in; a bridal stylist is a professional who can help a bride look and feel her best on her wedding day. In this article, Regal Estilo discusses why brides need a bridal stylist and the benefits of hiring one.

Saves Time and Energy

Planning a wedding can be stressful and time-consuming, especially when it comes to finding the perfect dress and accessories to complement the ideal look. A bridal stylist can help streamline the process of researching and sourcing bridal looks through their verse portfolios and industry knowledge. This will help save the bride from overwhelming choices by providing selected options tailored specifically to fit her style and preferences and reduce the intimidation that comes with decision-making. Bridal stylists can also provide time management by scheduling and tracking appointments – consultations, fittings, fabric sourcing/viewings for you to ensure everything is organised, and efficient with little/ no disappointments, giving you more time and energy to focus on other aspects of the wedding.

Personalized Experience

A bridal stylist takes the time to get to know the bride’s personal style, preferences, and vision for her wedding day. They will work closely with the bride to create a cohesive and personalized look that reflects her personality and fits the overall theme and vibe of the wedding. The result is a unique and unforgettable bridal look that stands out from the rest while she enjoys a seamless bridal experience.

Marriage is like groundnut, you have to crack it to see what is inside. Nigeria Proverb

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Cost-Effective

Contrary to popular belief, hiring a bridal stylist can actually save money in the long run as it is best not to be “penny wise and pound foolish”. A bridal stylist can help the bride choose a dress and accessories that fit her budget through negotiations, network, and vendor relationships while still achieving the desired look. They can also advise on cost-effective options, such as 2 in 1 outfit options, alternative materials/fabrics, or accessories, that are just as stylish and beautiful.

In conclusion, hiring a bridal stylist can make a significant difference in a bride’s overall wedding look and experience. From saving time and energy to offering professional advice, personalized experiences, stress-free experiences, and cost-effective options, and vendor management, a bridal stylist can help the bride look and feel her best on her big day. If you’re a bride-to-be, consider hiring a bridal stylist like Regal Estilo to help you achieve your dream wedding look and enjoy a seamless and ultimate bridal styling experience.

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Dresses to rock a Nigeria wedding party

Regal Estilo — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:20:48 +0000

Guest Wedding outfit

Nigeria wedding outfit is a function of the host, they determine the theme of the guest outfit. It is pretty easier if there is an ‘Aso-Ebi’ as it is popularly referred to in Nigeria. Asoebi is a uniform dress that is traditionally worn in Nigeria and some West African cultures as an indicator of cooperation and solidarity during a wedding party and other ceremonies or festive periods.

Did you know the right time to show-off your style statement? It’s offcourse the wedding time! When you have forgotten how fashion looks like, the special occasions like these calls you in and let you flaunt. You might be a mother of the bride who is looking for some smarty pants, you can be a bride who wants to have some unique choice or you can be a guest who is looking for a heavily embroidered halter neck dress.

Talking about Asoebi

According to Fadekemi Abiru in her article titled The Economics of Aso Ebi at Nigerian Weddings. Aso Ebi has become a handy signal for revealing what “segment” wedding guests belong to; for example, the style of Aso Ebi can indicate if you are affiliated to the bride or the groom.

Wedding guests are probably treated differently (for instance, what type of food they are served) depending on if they are wearing the Aso Ebi, so if you “paid” to attend the wedding you get better treatment.

It’s understandable that the bride stands out at the wedding because is presumed to be there day and ladies don’t joke with this at all. Nigeria wedding bridal tray is always “on flick” as expected especially with the asoebi gang.

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PERFECT WEDDING DRESS

If you are on the hunt for the perfect dress to wear to a wedding, look no further!

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Browse through our regular articles on how to slay in a typical Nigerian wedding and you can consult with us for your bridal style.

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Nigerian Wedding Style Saturday Owambe party.

Regal Estilo — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 10:18:17 +0000

Fastest growing industry?

The wedding industry is considered one of the major contributors to Nigeria’s economy.

It is credited for creating entire industries that didn’t exist or were previously unprofitable, such as makeup artists and luxury toilet hire companies.

Nigeria recently played host to the largest wedding related gathering in Africa, Wed Festival attracting around 10,000 attendees.

Million Dollar Wedding Industry

The Nigerian wedding industry is growing fast and worth millions of dollars according to an article titled “Inside Nigeria’s million-dollar wedding industry” published by Torera Idowu, CNN. As the year draws to a close, wedding season in Nigeria begins.

Getting married in Africa’s most populous country is big business and said to be worth millions of dollars, according to market research group, TNS Global.

Nigerian wedding can cost up to $9,460-$13,515 with guest lists matching the super-sized budgets.

Some weddings in the country cater for an average of 1000 guests.

“You can have five million Naira ($13,869.65) at one end of the spectrum, 20 million Naira ($55,478.60) in the middle and it can even get as high as 100 million Naira ($277,393),” prominent wedding planner Funke Bucknor tells CNN.

My big, fat Nigerian wedding: Inside Lagos’ bridal boom

When the son of one of Africa’s richest women, Folorunsho Alakija, got married in June, he had a lavish $6 million wedding at the prestigious Blenheim Palace in the United Kingdom.

UK media reported that the ceremony featured one million roses by celebrity florist Jeff Leatham, a 12ft-tall cake and a performance by American artist Robin Thicke in the $43,000 venue.

“Nigerian weddings are constantly evolving and each is peculiar,” says events planner Leslie of 3a Event Solutions.

“Oftentimes the average number of guests expected differ from the actual number that turns up because Nigerian weddings are typically a communal affair and gatecrashing is presumed normal.”

Marriage is like groundnut, you have to crack it to see what is inside. Nigeria Proverb

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The Wedding Business in Africa

“The wedding industry has played a huge role in makeup artistry and it’s something we should be thankful for,” says Jide of St. Ola, a celebrity makeup artist who says he charges a minimum of $1000 for bridal makeup.

Fashion designers have also benefited hugely from Nigeria’s wedding boom. In previous years, wealthy brides would travel abroad to buy their wedding gowns but they are now turning to homegrown designers such as Mai Atafo and Ogugua Okonkwo of Style Temple.

It has also become fashionable for Nigerian couples to create hashtags around their weddings. Social media savvy couples want their weddings to trend on the various platforms such as Instagram and that means creative images, which can cost up to $1500 to $5000, according to wedding photographer Bayo Lawson.

Some believe the trend for grand weddings in the country is driven by a desire to appear on aspirational online blogs and wedding magazines such as Bellanaija and Aisle Perfect where society weddings are featured regularly.

“Aisle Perfect caters to tasteful, glamorous weddings so I can see how it has fueled some of the desire,” says editor-in-chief, Kunbi Odubogun.
“I think it’s more of a mutually- fed relationship of demand and supply.”

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Collection of Bridesmaid Dresses in Nigeria

Regal Estilo — Sun, 13 Sep 2020 10:21:30 +0000

Choosing your wedding colors is one of the hardest wedding decisions you’ll have to make. If you’re anything like me, you’re indecisive, overwhelmed by the number of gorgeous color options, and your color preferences change on a weekly basis.

Ensure that the style of the bridal party dresses you choose complements the season and its trends. You already know that seasonal trends are a “thing” in the fashion world, whether it’s a cap sleeve, lace, or short dress. With your good taste, you’re bound to find the style that’s just right for your crew and the season. Remember: It’s your BIG DAY! The dresses for your bridesmaids need to reflect your vision, too, so go with something you LOVE.

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