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Getting Around Town
Taiwo, and his twin brother, Kenny, will arrange for cars and drivers (family members) to escort you wherever you need to go while you are there. Share your travel plans with Dupe and Taiwo here, so we can book ground transportation for you
You can tip drivers in increments of 5,000 Naira at a time (~$3 US)
Food and Restaurants
We have a list of our favorite restaurants here on the wedding website
Do not eat any street food without our approval!
Do not drink water from the tap; bottled water only.
We recommend you bring your favorite snacks from the US to have on hand.
Wedding Attire for Our Guests (Friends and Family)
All guests wear aso ebi. You can purchase cloth in advance and have the garments made.
Fabric Cost for Women: 150,000 Naira
Fabric Cost for Men: 130,000 Naira
NOTE: Once women choose a style, you will consult with the tailor/designer to determine the creation cost. Depending on the style you choose, you can expect it to range from 50K to 500K Naira to have your outfit made.
Transfer the money here using Taptap:
Fidelity Bank
Account Number: 6052881810
Account Name: Oladeinde M. Oduah (Dupe’s trusted cousin)
Once you make the transfer, please send your receipt via WhatsApp to +234 802 450 4078
FOR MEN
Men will need to get the following measurements done and send them to Taiwo at +234 803 415 5354. He will share them with the tailor for you.
Measurements Needed For TOP:
Back (shoulder to shoulder)
Sleeve
Chest
Length
Neck
Measurements Needed For TROUSER:
Band
Hip
Thigh
Length
Measurements Needed For AGBADA (overcoat):
Width (from centre back to sleeve)
Length
FOR WOMEN
These are the basic measurements needed. And here is a helpful video with guidance on how to get measurements.
1. Shoulder - wideness of the back shoulder.
2. Bust- the fullest part of the bust.
3. Bust point- from shoulder to nipple
4. Bust span- nipple to nipple
5. Under bust length - from shoulder to the under bust
6. Half length - from shoulder to belly button
7. Waist at under bust - circumference measurement under the bust
8. Waist - circumference of waist on the belly button
9. Hip- the fullest part of the hip
10. Full length - from shoulder to floor
11. Short length - from shoulder to knee
12. Sleeve length
13. Roundness of the sleeve
Summary Steps for Completing the Wedding Attire (Friends and Family):
Women will need to select a dress style that you like. You can find styles on social media on accounts like this:
@aseobi.styles
@asoebibella
@ankaragrid
@asoebispecial
@bellanaijaweddings
Women: Once you have selected a style, send a photo of it to Dupe.
Men & Women: Taiwo and Dupe will find the most appropriate tailor to work with you, and connect you two via WhatsApp.
Men & Women: Confirm measurements with your tailor (via a WhatsApp session)
Men & Women: Confirm the cost of making your attire with the tailor and pay via Tapap. Download the Taptap app in advance. (promo code SIDIKAT47)
Wedding Attire for Our Bridal Party
Cloth and pricing to be determined; we will update you shortly!
In the meantime, select the style you want on social media accounts like this:
@aseobi.styles
@asoebibella
@ankaragrid
@asoebispecial
@bellanaijaweddings