vibrant two-day nigerian-american wedding 

An excerpt from their feature on The Knot: 

"As they started planning, Fatimah and Matthew had a clear vision: their wedding would be an amalgamation of their cultures, a vivid tapestry of both Nigerian and American spirits. "Family is important to us," Fatimah muses. "As part of our wedding, it was necessary for us to celebrate Nigerian culture." The couple decided on a two-day affair – a Yoruba Engagement Ceremony, bursting with Nigerian traditions on Friday, followed by a more Western American wedding on Saturday.

The color palette for the Yoruba ceremony was chosen to be "vibrant and extravagant, with rich shades of purples, burgundy, blues and white." Matthew and Fatimah wanted to stand out but also blend beautifully with the colorful assemblage. The aso ebi (Yoruban clothing) attire for guests, the rhythm of Yoruba music and the traditional elements like the spraying of cash, which Fatimah described as "done by all guests at the wedding to show how much love and joy they have for the newly engaged couple," were meticulously planned to create an authentic Nigerian experience.

Their fashion choices for both days were thoughtfully selected. For the Yoruba ceremony, their outfits exuded tradition and symbolism. "The focus was on being colorful and extravagant," the bride details. Their attire was adorned with intricate beading and complemented with traditional fila and gele headpieces. Fatimah's additional gold jewelry and Matthew's cufflinks made of Naira added personal touches to their ensembles.

As the wedding day dawned, guests gathered, awestruck by the grandeur of the venue and the ornate cultural additions made by the couple in a rich tapestry of colors."