From delicate aso-oke weaves to the refreshing glow of palm wine, the wedding of Chidera Okeke and Emeka Nwosu was a jubilant homage to family, fun, the Yoruba wedding culture and forever kind of love.
Is the kind that leaves you grinning stupidly as you scroll through your feed, hitting refresh again and again. Just like what we are feeling about Chidera Okeke and Emeka Nwosu. If you have been following their journey, then needless to say, these two gel together in an effortless way, like soulmates. Their pre-wedding shoot made us swoon, but the traditional Yoruba wedding? It was next level, romantic, and dressed in layers of culture that sent our hearts doing a happy dance.
This love story first looked on with the couple in a burst of earthy, rich tones. The atmosphere itself seemed to be calling for a celebration. Chidera was impeccably gorgeous in an extravagant, flowing dress made of aso-oke. The dark blue shade of the fabric hugged her figure firmly and then flowed out into a glam train, sparkling with delicate coral beads that captured the light like tiny fireworks.
Emeka matched in an elegant agbada in a rusty, complementary hue, woven with gold thread that swung from his arms lightly with every move. Topping it with a cap that was adorned with cowrie shells, symbolizing prosperity and protection. Colorful coral necklaces around the neck of both? Total couple goals, uniting them visually and spiritually. This look set the warm and inviting tone for family and friends arriving for the first blessings.
Then came the second look, the heat is on. Moving into brighter colors, Chidera chose a fitted iro and buba set in fluorescent orange adire print. Meanwhile, the indigo resist dye patterns tell tales of resilience and artistry passed down for generations. The skirts were layered just right for a peplum top that showcases the intricate embroidery of cowries and stars, said to symbolize her guiding light on the path ahead. Her gele was now more of a collar, tight and modern, giving her drop earrings room to swing like whispers of laughter.
Emeka chose an orange danshiki shirt tucked into wide-silk sokoto trousers and a matching cap with a feather for an extra wow. The outfit was utterly radiant and, fittingly, when they started sharing the alaga iduro’s jokes, the crowd was cheering to the sun. These kinds of outfit switches keep Yoruba ceremonies alive, with each costume building onto the other like chapters in the story of their love.
