A UK-based Nigerian woman, Abidemi Ariyo, has recently captured the attention of many after creatively transforming her modest living room into an elegant and charming venue for her civil wedding ceremony.
In a video that quickly went viral on social media platforms, Abidemi demonstrated her impressive resourcefulness by repurposing her home space to serve as a cozy mini reception hall, perfect for the intimate occasion.
The clip begins with a clear view of her living room in its usual state, furnished with standard couches and a centre table. She then proceeded to clear out all the furniture to create ample space for the wedding event.
Despite the simplicity and minimalistic approach to decoration, the transformation resulted in a warm, inviting, and intimate atmosphere that set the perfect tone for the ceremony.
Friends and family gathered closely in the newly arranged space to witness and celebrate the couple’s civil wedding, making it a heartfelt and memorable moment shared within the comfort of her home.
The video quickly drew many reactions from social media users, who flooded her comment section with congratulatory messages, applauding her ability to turn a humble space into something truly extraordinary and beautiful.
However, amidst the flood of positive comments, one TikTok user took a different stance, ridiculing the bride for allegedly marrying a man who could not afford a proper wedding hall.
The critic wrote, “I am not pained I want you to open your eyes. This is your big day. Why are you marrying a poor man? Your village aunties have won.”
Continuing the criticism, the user, zarahzarah56, added, “Does your husband not have money for a hall? Make sure you never divorce him o! Til death.”
In response to the criticism, the bride proudly posted a photo of herself with her husband, captioning it, “Enjoying my poor man,” showing her support and love for her partner regardless of social pressures.
Another supportive user commented positively on the situation, encouraging acceptance and love beyond material wealth.
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Watch the inspiring video of Abidemi’s home wedding reception below …
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