It’s a bit of a cliché but your hair really is your crowning glory, particularly on your wedding day. After choosing your wedding dress, finding a hairstyle that’s going to flatter you and make you look amazing is almost certainly going to be the next job on your list. During the wedding gown search, brides are able to try on sample after sample before saying yes to the dress. That’s what makes choosing a hairstyle difficult: It’s impossible to do a trial run of every style you’re interested in. No bride deserves a bad hair day on her wedding day, consider these tips.

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In case you have no Idea what to wear to that wedding this weekend, I may not be able to help you but I can tell you what not to wear, that should streamline it a bit. 

Unlike a traditional wedding where almost anything goes, the choice of attire is an important aspect of a ‘tush’ wedding. That’s right. People—in this part of the world—are getting increasingly conscious of dress codes and formalities. But what would you do if you were invited to a wedding and you have got no idea what kind of clothes or colours are appropriate? What would you do where there are no dress code specifications?

Just so you don’t ever find yourself in an awkward wedding situation, let me give you a crash course on wedding dress code etiquette. Don’t worry, it’ll be quick. Just pay attention.

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Facial hair is not flattering and most women will do anything to get rid of the ones that have taken permanent residence on their face.

Excessive facial hair growth in black women is often caused by hormonal changes. When estrogen is the predominant hormone, facial hairs remain in their vellus form ( small hair that is not easily noticeable).

But when androgen levels increase, vellus hairs can become terminal. This means that male sex hormones cause a pattern of facial hair growth more similar to a man. The hairs on the face become coarse, thick and more noticeable and absolutely unsexy.

There simple ways you can get rid of them and have the smooth facial skin you have always wanted

I know how difficult it can be to select an outfit for an event and how it is even harder to select an outfit for a wedding. Now, you may be wondering if its even right to tone down your 'hotness' just so you don't outshine the bride, I am not asking you not to look good, i'm just saying don't steal the show from the bride.

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Over the past few years, many brides have been choosing two  gowns for the big day: one for the ceremony and another one for the reception. The gown for the ceremony tends to be much more formal and movement restricting, such as ball gowns and mermaid dresses.

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Curvy girls rock, can i get an Amen? There are so many wedding dresses out there for slim ladies and while it seems like that is a disadvantage for curvy brides to be, it could be a huge advantage. This simply means we have more options for unique dresses or custom made ones.

If you are curvy, you will need to buy a dress that flatters your curves and slims down your silhouette. Yes, we know you want to look your best on your big day and there are some useful tips to know.

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Planning a wedding should be fun and exciting; after all it is a celebration of love. It is an experience that will forever be remembered because of its importance. One of the most important decisions you will make is choosing your wedding color scheme. When you think about the infinite number of colors that are available and how special you want your day to be, it is easy to become confused, however with the following tips, you will pick your wedding colors without fuss.

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The last thing you or your bridesmaids need are aching ankles and blisters on your heel, so dear bride to be, read this helpful pointers and thank us later.

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Picking your wedding colour code isn’t exactly the same as choosing your two favorite colors and making them the foundation for every wedding detail. Get started with these handy tips for choosing your wedding colours. 

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In Nigeria, we partake in so many wedding traditions that are either influenced by western culture or better still, passed down from generation to generation in our own traditions. I mean, look at it this way, a wedding probably won’t be a wedding without the bride walking down the aisle to meet her groom who’s anticipating her arrival at the pulpit.

I am entirely certain there are some traditions that can be done without and no one will notice or be upset. Well, maybe a few people will frown at this depending on what traditions we skip but at the end of the day, it is your wedding, not theirs.