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American Reality Star Porsha’s Gorgeous Traditional Dress As She Weds Nigerian [PHOTOS]

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On Friday, November 25, American reality TV star, Porsha Williams tied the knot with her boo, Simon Guobadia, in a Nigerian traditional wedding.

According to People, the couple had their ceremony at the Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta in front of 250 guests.

The report further states that The 41-year-old Real Housewives of Atlanta star and Guobadia, 57, will tie the knot again in an American ceremony on Saturday.

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Photos of the couple in their traditional looks, exclusive to People, have surfaced on social media.

In the photos, Porsha is seen dressed in an extravagant strapless velvet dress which she paired with coral beads and a hair crown adorned with jewelry.

Her husband sported a white two-piece ensemble with coral beads as well. Both looks were in honour of Guobadia’s Benin heritage.

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Designer behind Prosha’s Edo dress shares interesting details

In a chat with newsmen, Lakimmy recounted how emotional she got when the American reality TV star reached out to her to make the dresses.

She had so many other options but she chose us! I was surprised to know our designs are loved by so many across the globe!”

Porsha’s first look: Red velvet Edo bridal look

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The designer states that Porsha wanted to appear looking like a complete Edo bride and left no stone unturned.

She did her research even before contacting us and she knew it has to be an all-velvet dress. She wanted over-the-top, dramatic structured, well-detailed and a form-fitted dress that hug her curves nicely.”

Lakimmy says the right amount of jewellery embellishment was added which is very different from the usual and also created a structural skirt to suit Porsha’s huge personality.

Details on Porsha’s second traditional wedding dress

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For the second look, Porsha rocked a gorgeous bedazzled cream dress which the designer revealed was picked by the star from their previous collection.

She, however, wanted hers a little over-the-top with more bling and crystal.

The regal dress was a fully beaded Bbouse with asymmetric structured sleeves and a detachable dramatic ruffled skirt.

It also featured a fully blinged-out fitted skirt that reveals a thigh-high parting when the zipper in front is open.

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“The essence is to transform Porsha from the glamorous bridal look into a more comfortable look ideal for the after party.”

Porsha’s reaction to seeing her dresses and duration it took to make

Lakimmy reveals that despite having a virtual consultation with Porsha and no fitting was done, the dresses fit perfectly.

Her reaction was priceless!!! She was so excited after receiving her dress and it fitted just right requiring no form of alteration whatsoever!”

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The designer reveals that the dresses took about nine months from design conception to finishing. Described as an exclusive design, she says it required about 25 skilled craftsmen and women.

However, a cost estimate for the dresses was not given. On her experience working on the dresses, Lakimmy had this to say:

“I enjoyed putting up this masterpiece together! The most exciting experience was Porsha trusted us completely throughout the process! She is every designer’s dream!”

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AMVCA 2024: Kehinde Bankole Wins Best Lead Actress Award[VIDEO]

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Kehinde Bankole has emerged as the Best Lead Actress at the ongoing 2024 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA).

Bankole’s win came off her lead role in the movie ‘ADIRE’.

Other contestants in the category include: Segilola Ogidan (Over the Bridge), Lucie Debay (Omen)

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Omowunmi Dada (Asiri Ade), Ireti Doyle (The Origin: Madam Koi Koi), Adaobi L. Dibor (Blood Vessel)

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Evelyne Ily (Mami Wata) and Funke Akindele (A Tribe Called Judah).

In the male category, Wale Ojo emerged Best Male lead actor for his role in the movie ‘Breath of Life’.

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Ojo edged Stan Nze (Afamefuna), Marc Zinga (Omen), Gideon Okeke (Egun), David Ezekiel (Blood Vessel), Richard Mofe Damijo (The Black Book), Adedimeji Lateef (Jagun Jagun – The Warrior) and Gabriel Afolayan (This is Lagos) to win the award.

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VIDEO: See Winner Of Best Content Creator At AMVCA

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Comedian Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola popularly known as Layi Wasabi has won the Best Digital Content Creator at the ongoing 2024 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA).

Layi’s content on Medical Negligence saw him nick the award.

Layi mounted the stage, and in his usual hilarious style, entertained the audience at the event while delivering his speech in appreciation of the award.

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“Thank you, MultiChoice, for granting me this award among multiple contestants,” he said.

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The Best Digital Content category shines a spotlight on the flourishing world of online entertainment, showcasing the talents of creators who have captivated audiences through their entertaining, exciting, and creative content.

Other nominees in this list include “National Treasure” by Adebola Adeyela (Lizzy Jay); “Hello Neighbour” by Elozonam Ogbolu, Lina Idoko, and Jemima Osunde; and “The Boyfriend” by Maryam Apaokagi-Greene

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AMVCA: Jagun Jagun Wins ‘Best Costume Design’ As Mami Wata Grabs ‘Best Makeup’

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The 10th edition of Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) kicked off on Saturday night with Femi Adebayo’s Jagun Jagun clinching the Best Costume Design title.

Similarly, Campbell Precious Arebamen of ‘Mami Wata’ movie crew won the ‘Best Make Up’ category award.

The make-up artiste defeated Francesca Otaigbe, Hadizat Gambo of Mojiisola movie, Hakeem Onilogbo of Jagun Jagun, and Feyisayo Oyebisi of A Tribe Called Judah.

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The award is the first in the series presented by popular TV anchor Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, and Kehinde Bankole.

Speaking to the media, Campbell Precious Arebamen said she was so elated and thanked her director for helping her. She noted that this was her second award at the AMVCA.

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