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ABRAHAM MCHARO MSHANA & CLARA MABIKI WEDDING ---- GRANDE HALL


Colors : silver & dark blue.




                                                      Mr & Mrs MSHANA hao..


                                                                    Kwa raha zetu !



                                          Bridemaids & groom men wakiingia ukumbini


 
                                                   Natoa utambulisho wa familia ya mshana



                                             Mke wa mshana akimsikiliza kwa makini


                                                 Mdau Mcndimbo akifungua champagne


                                                             Mambo ya cheers!



                                                                   Tunakata keki  ! 



                                          Kula mke wangu .....wengine watabaki kuwa photocopy tu.



 
                                             Tunasakata rumba kwa kwenda mbele...


                                                              Hongera Clara !


                                              Yani siamini kama leo yametimia










                                   Ukafika ule muda wa madikodiko sasa...walikulajee uwiiiii




African Wedding Customs




In a traditional African weddings the bride and groom’s families play a central role.  Since marriage operates more as a union of families (a theme that resonates in many African and Asian cultures), parent’s opinions are heavily weighed.  This instigates a lapse of time between the proposal and its acceptance.  However, there is no time wasted once the groom receives approval to wed his bride. This is why the engagement and wedding ceremony are “one and the same.”

The Proposal: Marriage chatter amongst the bride’s family begins when the groom initiates the knocking on the door ceremony or “Kokooko.”  This ceremony can be summarized by the three “p’s”: prayer, permission, and proposal.   Accompanied by his father and other elder family members, the groom travels to the bride’s home. He brings gifts of liquor that are used for libations, prayer, to their ancestors and God. After, a representative for the groom is granted permission to state the intention of their visit; he announces the groom’s marriage proposal. Occasionally if little knowledge of the groom is known they will ask him back for what can be compared to: an interview.   The bride’s family then prepares a “bride piece,” or list of gifts that the groom must provide as a testimony of his ability to take care of their daughter.

 

The Wedding Ceremony/Engagement: Fashioned in a grand boubou or dashiki,Khanga, the groom returns to the bride’s home with the detailed gifts and knocking fee or “dowry.” Upon the opening prayers, the bride and groom’s wedding guests are seated on opposite sides of the room facing one another.  An elder is selected as the master of ceremony who assists with the introduction and presentation of the gifts to the bride’s family.  Even though the bride is absent for these initial exchanges, she will give the last consent to the marriage.  Once the family has accepted, the bride enters the space in a beautified two-piece outfit with a headpiece designed to compliment her skirt and buba.  The father of the bride asks the bride three times if she agrees to marring this groom.  After repeating yes, the groom then slides the wedding ring on her finger.  He kisses and embraces her with affection. The ceremony continues with elders presenting the newlyweds with gifts such as a bible and a tidbit of knowledge.   Modern day trends have inspired the church ceremony that occurs approximately a week after the traditional wedding ceremony (described above).



The Reception: What has stood the test of time is the huge celebration after the wedding ceremony. Everything contributes to the energetic rhythm of the party, beginning with the never ending guest list.  A formal invitation is not a necessity, for it is extremely common for a guest to hear about the wedding through word of mouth.  From the guests to the bridal party, everyone is robbed in vibrant colors. Even though Aso-oke,khanga and Adinkra,kitenge are familiar cloths to wear, the most popular fabric chosen is kente in Ghana,khanga and Kitenge in Tanzania. Additionally, a standard practice involves catering the event with chicken and goat – popular meats dishes served at celebrations.  Great volumes of praise and worship combined with speeches and dancing to drum based music circulates until the reception reaches its end.

What to keep in mind when choosing a dress





Hii ni kwa wale wapenda magauni......


It is true that every woman wants to look beautiful and stylish even if some of them won’t admit to it. The selection of clothes and accessories has a detrimental influence on that

Without a doubt dresses are the most spectacular of feminine clothes. This is why when the desire for beauty and elegance overtakes a woman the dress is her top choice. But this choice needs to be made with taste and knowledge. Here you will find three guidelines to consider when buying a dress.

First, when buying a dress you have to take in to account your own figure and whether the dress model you have your eye on will flatter or distort your body. Tight, clinging dresses are suitable for slim ladies only. Larger ladies should go for a dress whose skirt has more volume and ruffle. Likewise, long dresses are great for tall women while petite ladies will have to go for the mini or knee-length dresses.

The rule in fashion as in many other areas is that defects should be concealed while advantages should be highlighted. This is why if you are blessed with a large chest you should choose a dress with a more open neckline. If you are lucky enough to have a thin waist, wear a dress with a spreading skirt which is tightened at the waist with a belt.

The second important thing to think about when selecting a dress is the color. You have to choose a nuance that will go with your complexion as well as your hair and eye color. Women with pale complexions should not wear pale pastel tones, while red-headed ladies should be very careful when choosing clothes in pink, fuchsia or purple. The black dress is one of the all-time favorites for all women because it always looks elegant and stylish, but sometimes the occasion calls for a brighter, more vibrant color such as orange, yellow or bright-red. Such colors have the advantage of drawing attention.

And last but not least, the dress you select should be in sync with all the accessories you want to wear with it. If you like large jewelry or exotic accessories, you have to choose a dress with a simple clean cut. If you do not plan on wearing jewelry, you can compensate with a diverse, interesting dress with many decorative elements.



GREGORY NDIMBO & ZIPORA KISAMA WEDDING --- SUNSET TEMBO HALL


Colors :  Dark blue & silver.




                                                         a kiss from Husband.











                                                                 Our certificates!




                                                                  The decorations.....



                                                                   Table setup.....


                                     Bridesmaids and groom men wakiingia ukumbini



                                                          Bibi Harusi akiingia.....




                                              mama akicheza ngoma ya kingoni hapo....



                                        Mc Ndimbo akifanya yake hapo...muda wa champagne.






                                                 PUUFFF!   hakika sherehe ilinoga!










                                                     Kunywa mume wangu we!



                                 hapo mie simo jamani.....






                                                      wageni waalikwa hao...



                                                                 KEKI .....







                                                      am  SPEECHLESS !  jamani



                                        Tule , tunywe tukamilishe sherehe yetu....





                                                 wageni wakijimwaga stejini....




                 Mc Ndimbo nae hakuwa nyuma....akitoka analogy kuamia Digital....


 

                                              Asanteni wote mliofanikisha shughuli yetu.




                                                                  KWAHERINI.....
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