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3 Tips For Picking Aso Ebi For Wedding

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Aso-ebi is a thing – no, it’s a big deal – over here in Nigeria and nothing can send it away any time soon. Regardless of tribe or religion, the importance of Aso-ebi to the average Nigerian socialite can’t be overemphasized. When it comes to slaying, Aso Ebi colours can make or break even the nicest of outfits.

Medical Tests Every Couple Must Take Before Getting Married


For most people, the joy of finding true love and deciding to go into matrimony with a spouse usually knows no bound. However, most people enter into this lifelong union without adequate knowledge of their partner’s health status and so become disappointed and frustrated with marriage because of medical conditions that could have been identified and tackled before this lifelong commitment. The knowledge of your intending partner’s health status by no means implies that marriage is not possible but it gives you an avenue to make informed consent and it enables you and your spouse seek proper medical care early to prevent unnecessary stress and burden during marriage.

Everything You Need To Know About Wedding Flowers

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Choosing a wedding bouquet might seem like a simple enough issue at first but on deeper thought, it is not. Most flower bouquets look the same at first glance. They just look like a bunch of flowers tied together right? Wrong! There are various wedding bouquet arrangements available, depending on the season, type of wedding and taste of the bride. We have outlined some of the more popular bouquets below.

7 Fun Things To Do With Your Significant Other In Lagos

With several must-see attractions, exotic beaches, some of the best hotels in the world and an enviable nightlife, Lagos city offers you an enjoyable and unforgettable experience.

If you live in Lagos or you are just visiting with your boo, below are some fun things you guys can do together to build intimacy.

Tips for Virgins about Honeymoon Sex


You have much to enjoy and look forward to in the months and years ahead as a married couple, but the honeymoon marks the official intimate celebration for you and your beloved as there will be no parents, no more planning details.
Well, we can’t say the word honeymoon without sex being a big part of the vacation festivities, however If you'll be a virgin on your wedding night, you're probably feeling some apprehension about what will happen on your honeymoon, but there's truly no need to worry. Here are some really effective honeymoon sex tips for virgins. These tips will ensure that your first time is just as how you wished it to be.

How To Plan Destination Weddings: Cruise Ship

Weddings at sea can be the ultimate in romance. Imagine tying the knot under a palm tree on a Caribbean island or being married by a uniformed captain in the middle of the ocean, on a cruise ship that’s taking you to a warm, exotic island for your honeymoon. In addition, a cruise wedding allows you and your guests to visit multiple destinations and easily stay close to one another, plus you can all enjoy the amenities a cruise ship has to offer.

6 Reasons Why You Should Go For Premarital Counselling


Given the staggering divorce rates, one of the best things you can do to help save your marriage before it begins is premarital counseling. Couples that are involved in a specific church or those that want to be married within the walls of a church are often required by the minister or pastor to receive counseling before he or she agrees to officiate the ceremony. Studies suggest that couples that choose to receive counseling have lower divorce rates than those that do not. Premarital counseling is one of the greatest investments you can make in your future marriage. Whether or not you are concerned about conflict or family as you enter marriage, having counseling before the wedding can result in huge payoffs for the future of your relationship.

10 Things A Newly Married Woman Can Relate To


In Nigeria, it is generally believed that once you are married, some things about you changes. People begin to address you differently and even though there is usually no harm in it, it can be pretty annoying...

We are sure the typical Nigerian wife will understand this.

Let us know below which of the following you are used to.

5 Tips For Sitting Your Guests At The Reception

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Creating seating arrangements for your wedding can seem overwhelming at first, but once you get into the swing of it, it can actually be fun. At any kind of sit-down dinner, assigned seats tend to make things simpler. To begin with, it ensures each table will be filled to max capacity. Here is a quick guide on how to properly sit your wedding guests during the reception party.

Popular Nigerian Food Your Nigerian Party Must Have

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I have been exploring the different kinds of foods Nigerians love to eat and the types of Nigerian foods you have to eat in your life time. These foods are simply wonderful meals you cannot afford to miss. In addition to meals on the main menu, there are several side dishes that Nigerians love and you should ensure you serve these side dishes at your reception. Here is a list of these dishes.