The highlights at the Samantha’s bridal Fair 2018

The recently concluded Samanthas bridal wedding fair was marked with pomp and glamour as the leading players in the wedding industry upped their game to match up with the align with the be your own bride theme. This exciting 3-day event was filled with fashion, beauty and style as excited brides and grooms-to-be descended upon the Sarit Center Exhibition hall in their thousands to see the latest trends in the wedding industry.
The highlight was the catwalk where elegant models stepped out in stunning gowns designed by leading fashion designers in Kenya like Ogake, Peggy Onyango of Peggy O fashion, Realto Fashions, Angel Smiles House of Designs, as well as Laurelle Bridal Gowns. The climax of the event was the bold, beautiful and romantic snippets of the Cinderella ballet performance by the Karen Dance School, which was incorporated at the catwalk. The graceful ballerinas wowed the audience with their electric performance and none of them could deny the beauty of ballet in their own nuptial!

Photo credits: Versaille photography

Samantha’s Bridal Wedding Fair 23rd to 25th February, 2018

Prepare to be dazzled, wowed and entertained.

East Africa’s leading wedding fair once again ignites the 2018 wedding market with a line-up of cutting edge surprises and performers designed to amaze, inspire, educate, and delight all that attend. The Samantha’s Bridal wedding fair is an event that will not only allow you, the bride, to source and see the hippest, hottest trends in the wedding industry, but it will allow you to experience them in action too.

The weekend of the 23rd to 25th of February 2018 will also mark the 15th year anniversary of Samantha’s Bridal wedding fair, 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 a draw and win various prizes which include weekend getaways, goodie bags, wedding cakes, complimentary makeup for bridal party, jewellery among others.

Schedule it on your diaries all brides, grooms, wedding fans from 23rd to 25th February at the Sarit Center, Westlands. Miss it miss out!

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Samantha’s Bridal Wedding Fair 2018: Advance and Express tickets now ON SALE!!!

‼️TICKETS ARE OFFICIALLY ON SALE FOR SAMANTHA’S BRIDAL WEDDING FAIR 2018‼️
If you are getting married, planning the special event, looking for some unique items, or just wanna taste some delicious food; don’t miss out on this EPIC event.

⚜️Ticket categories: Advance ticket (KSH.1000 per couple, KSH.600 for singles)
: Express ticket (KSH.1500 admitting a person per day for the three days)
⚜️Selling Period: 10th January 2018 – 18th February 2018)
⚜️Payment Process: Book your tickets by purchasing via MPESA, buy good till number 851310.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Tickets purchased at the entrance to the fair costs KSH.700 per person.
2. All individuals with advance and express tickets will be required to produce MPESA message at the entrance to the fair.
3. Any tickets put on sale by secondary markets are not valid tickets. Refrain from purchasing tickets through unauthorized re-sellers.

Grab your ticket today while stock lasts. Contact 0722480068 for any inquiry.
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Defining Trends At Samantha’s Bridal Wedding Fair 2018 – Wedding Venue Guide

Why are trends important? They are a documentation of progress and experimentation, and allow us to connect with people in this very moment. Could you imagine looking back into a trendless history? How would any era be remembered? There is something absolutely beautiful about creating something meant for this very moment.

So where do we turn to when we are looking to predict the wedding trends for 2018 and 2019? Well it certainly isn’t Pinterest as those are weddings that are happening now and were determined by trends from two years ago. We are always look to the arts, design, fashion, interiors, lifestyle, and travel for insight into what will be influencing wedding trends this year.

When choosing a wedding venue, youll need to think about the venues location, size, and style to make sure its a fit for you and your future spouses big day.

Destination weddings are quite particular, as couples that are getting married in a place different from where they live, because they are more adventurous and really want to live that particular destination in its full splendor. What they really love is to use their surroundings and implement the typical things and the culture of that specific region into their weddings. With travel becoming a higher priority for individuals, couples are becoming less and less afraid to go big or go home: meaning that they are more likely to travel to their dream destination, no matter how farflung or who can (or can’t!) make it.

We are rounding up the top destination wedding trends we’re seeing from our couples so you can be in the know when planning your own romantic getaway! Below is a list of some of the most popular wedding venue types to get you started!

1. BANQUET HALL
These venues are often one-stop-shops for your wedding, and may offer catering and other services in house. Banquet halls are usually on the larger size, and work well for weddings with bigger guest counts.
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2. FARM/BARN
Dreaming of a rustic wedding? Farm or barn wedding venues may be exactly what you’re looking for. These venues offer rustic charm and an innately casual feel, plus amazing, scenic backdrops for photos.
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3. PARK/GARDEN
Many couples dream of getting married outdoors, and for good reason. A naturally beautiful venue, like a park or a garden, isnt just nice to look at; it also doesnt require too much additional dcor, which can be great for your budget. Just beware, youll want to make sure you have an indoor venue lined up in case of inclement weather.
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4. MANSION
Historic homes or mansions have an innate sense of nostalgia and a vintage vibe. These charming venues usually feature both indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings, as well as lots of unique opportunities for portraits.
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5. COUNTRY CLUB
Its clear why country clubs make popular wedding venues, from the well-manicured golf courses to outdoor and indoor options for ceremonies and receptions, to in-house catering and other services, country club weddings are often stress free and stunning.
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6. BEACH
While a beach wedding provides you with plenty of natural scenery and decor, and theres still so many fun things you can do to accentuate your location.
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7. RESTAURANT
If you and your future spouse are foodies, a restaurant can be a great location for a wedding. Of course, the food is going to be top-notch, and restaurants are already well appointed with tables, chairs, and dcor. These venues are typically more intimate and therefore best for smaller guest counts.
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8. HOUSES OF WORSHIP
In 2018 more couples are opting to say their vows in a house of worship than they have in the past few years. Part of this resurgence is the return to formality and tradition in weddings.
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9. THE WILD
The most popular excursions for young couples are anything that can be photographed well. Whether this is an animal encounter, or a breathtaking view, the top excursions going into 2018 will all be Insta-worthy.
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Find your perfect wedding venue without all the stress by location, budget and styles at the Samantha’s Bridal wedding fair 2018 where top wedding venues will be showcasing. Save the date!!