Samantha’s Bridal Wedding Fair is ON

The Samantha’s Bridal Wedding Fair opened its doors yesterday with glamour. On top of the game were regions most recognized bridal fashionistas and wedding stockiest, the runway was graced with beautiful models showcasing bridal gowns from designer present.

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Sarit Centre expo hall was filled with good music from the well known Homeboyz entertainment. The exhibitors know very well what you need and they brought all their products and services for you to choose. Deco, wedding gowns, table set up, honeymoon gateways, entertainment, cakes and wedding cards.

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Photo By My Photography

Today it will even be better with KTN broadcasting live from Sarit centre, the song bird Atemi will also be performing live with one of her breath taking song that became a hit Bebi Bebi, expect more fashion show on the runway, the most awaited bridal make over and the coveted cake challenge. All that happening at the Sarit Centre expo hall.

Tickets are still selling at the Entrance Kshs 400 for regular and Kshs 2000 VIP Indulge ticket, Get yours now.

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A Holistic wedding decor approach

Nowadays people come to weddings to see what is unique physically and they forget the marriage part that they came to witness, A holistic approach during the wedding has been discovered by Jacens Events. They make your wedding day unforgettable by balancing all aspects, watch out this video by Samantha’s bridal team to get more on-the kind of approach they use to make your day memorable.

 

Cards Etiqutte

Did you know there is a different approach and etiquette of how a wedding card should be prepared?

Hand made treasures takes us through different types of wedding cards and etiquette that they make for their clients.

see the video below don’t miss SAMANTHA’S BRIDAL WEDDING FAIR to get more on these card etiquette lesson.

Get to know more about Samantha’s bridal fair

The 12th year anniversary edition of Samantha’s wedding fair taking place at Sarit Centre is the ultimate wedding planning day out – Kenyan style! The fair brings on board the most comprehensive and creative bridal products and services. You will find everything from stationery, beautiful blooms and wedding gowns to jewellery, table décor and honeymoons to ensure your wedding day will be the most memorable. Also on hand the presence of the regions top wedding planners, photographers and caterers, each with a wealth of experience, expertise and advice on how to tailor your wedding to your individual needs. Check out the video and learn more about Samantha’s Bridal Fair

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Samantha’s Bridal Wedding Fair Giveaways

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The weekend of the 26th–28th of February will mark The 12th expo of the Samantha’s wedding fair and the 8th year anniversary, cementing its status as Kenya’s leading bridal show with a record number of visitors through the door. This assures us that we are succeeding in our vision to streamline wedding preparation for as many brides-to-be as possible so that it is an effortless and enjoyable task.

The show constantly improving standard is clearly evident in the exquisitely decorated stands, with every exhibitor vying for the covetable title of ‘Best Stand’. This aesthetic benchmark has been set very high this year. Another sure draw card for the show’s visitors will be the opportunity for the visitors to enter the draw and win various prizes which include tickets to Mauritius, weekend getaways, flowers delivery for a year, goodie bags, wedding cakes, jewellery among others.

This Wedding competition will be made possible through a media partnership with the Standard Group and is expected to record an unparalleled number of entries as hopeful entrants submit their forms during Friday to Saturday shows transforming the fair into a hub of activity and excited energy.

The package giveaways:

  • Discounted Wedding Photography Voucher.
  • Wedding Cake by Hope cakes.
  • Return ticket and accommodation in a Five (5) star hotel to Mauritius.
  • Night accommodation at PrideInn Hotel Nyali on BB.
  • Night accommodation at PrideInn Hotel Diani on BB.
  • We will give 2 prizes as follows:
    • Fairmont The Norfolk – Sunday Brunch for (2) people.
    • Fairmont Mara Safari Club – (2) nights for Two (2) people (excluding transportation, game drives and park fees)
  • Complimentary Voucher for Lunch (2 pax) at Royal Kitchen.
  • A System and entertainment for church, reception and evening party.

 

Dress-up your bride’s maids

While retaining her signature aesthetic of classic elegance, Wambui Mukenyi is giving the collection a lighter, fresher, more feminine edge. Using only the best quality fabrics , the new collection upholds the standards of quality and design integrity for which Wamboi Mukenyi is renowned.

Wambui MukenyiWambui Mukenyi has created a collection of Exquisite bridal gowns and brides maids dresses. Each gown has been designed to make every bride feel and look amazing on her special day. You can expect to see delicate laces, flowing chiffons and feminine embellishments, all making this collection both stylish and on trend for the fashion conscious bride.

Wambui Mukenyi 22Visit stand number 46 on the Samantha’s Bridal wedding fair at the Sarit centre and get your brides maid dressed up.

 

Get your perfect Wedding Gown

The Bridal Place is committed to helping brides-to-be find the perfect wedding dress for the most important day in their lives. It provides a professional and welcoming environment where the latest creations from renowned international designers can be discovered in comfort. All of The Bridal Place gowns have been handpicked for quality, workmanship and individuality, complemented by the boutique’s wide array of bridal accessories, including veils, headpieces, belts and shoes. Check out their collection in this photoshoot with Brenda issue number 26.

Visit them at Chaka road, Titan Plaza ground Fl and Samantha’s Bridal wedding Fair 2016 Stand number 13.

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Photo by David Macharia

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Take yourself to the peak

Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club Nanyuki is an exclusive retreat and guess what they have confirmed participation to Samantha’s Bridal wedding Fair. Situated on the slopes of Mt. Kenya, Fairmont gives a relaxed elegance. many of the worlds most famous names in film, politics and royals seek it out as a secluded haven where you don your safari gear during the day and always dress up for dinner. Sir Winston Churchill was reputed to have been a founder member of the club. The list of those who joined the Club after 1959 read like an international “who’s Who”, it includes Prince Berhard of the Netherlands, Lord Louis Mountbatten, author Robert Ruark, Lyndon Johnson former US president, Conrad Hilton, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby and bevy of celebrities.

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Wake up to a lovely wedding breakfast, doesn’t the thought just make you go Gigi gaga? imagine white lacy tablecloths, real china and fresh flowers set out in-the beautiful backdrop of Mt. Kenya, with guests arriving in exquisite frocks…, fresh squeezed juice and mouth watering pastries and strawberries and cream, sunshine and blue skies, butterflies and birdsong…could anything be sweeter than that?

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You can also feature in this list of great people who have visited Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club, come to the Samntha’s Bridal wedding Fair and straight head to stand number 47 and get to know the packages they have for you.

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Photography Lessons for your Big Day

Good Light = Good Photography

Photography is all about light. When you want good images then you have to start thinking about light. If you are having an outdoor ceremony then any time from 3pm would be a good time to start. The sun is from one direction and there are no harsh shadows. Light at mid day is worst. Another good time for your portraits after the ceremony will be any time from 5pm. The light is golden and beautiful.

Photo By Ben Kiruthi
Photo By Ben Kiruthi

Bridal & Groom Prep

Ensure where you are getting ready in has a lot of room. Preferably hire a hotel room; they’re spacious, beautiful and easy on the camera. Keep it very neat. Assign someone to ensure that the room is kept spic and span. Have sufficient window light. It makes up for good make up pictures.

Group Photos

These are the traditional pictures taken after the ceremony Assign an MC or member of the planning team to have a list to help co-ordinate the session Make sure its orderly & short.

Bride & Groom Portraits

This will be the part of the day that your photographer’s style will come out the most. So be very careful when researching who your photographer will be. Let them guide you and pose you to get the best shots possible. If you have a particular idea, feel free to discuss it with the photographer. Make time. When you are planning your day, make some time in the schedule specifically to get some great couple shots. These are the ones you will want to frame, give to friends and use as thank you cards. The more time you give, the better the results will be.

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Photo By Ben Kiruthi

Videographers

Ask your photographer to either recommend someone they’ve worked with before or even subcontract the services. This way you have one supplier less to deal with and it’s down to them to organize the day in such a way that they are not getting in each others way.

Wedding Planners

Always work with a wedding planner. They are professionals and they will save you a lot of heartache not only during the wedding but also during the planning. They will take off the pressure of coordinating a wedding and will ensure that you will have your dream white wedding just the way you envisioned it to be.

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Photo By Ben Kiruthi

Un-plugged wedding

Un-plugged means that you do not allow your wedding guests to take pictures at your wedding. You are hiring a professional photographer to do so. Your guests came to enjoy the wedding not to be photographers. By doing so they stand in the way of the hired professional and block everyone else from shooting. If they have to take pictures then let them do so from their seats.

Feeding your photographer(s)

It’s all good nature to provide a meal for your photographer. They will be with you from morning till night, and a meal is just good courtesy, unless well, you provide them with the one hour break to go get themselves something to eat.

Enjoy Your Day

Do not let anything dampen your wedding mood. If something will go wrong, then it will. And you cannot do anything to alter it. Just enjoy your day and let it be. A happy bride makes for some pretty good photos.

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Photo By Ben Kiruthi

Get an Album

Always invest in getting a wedding album/book. Most photographers offer this in their package. Do not buy in the hype of getting images in soft only. DVDs and flash disks get lost. An album will be with you for the rest of your life if well taken care of.