You are warmly invited to

Kabwe’sBridal Shower

A Celebration of Joy, Womanhood and the Goodness of God

Saturday 19 December 2026Sarai Gardens

“The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.”
Psalm 126:3

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a note from

The Hostess

Hello,

I warmly invite you to join me for my daughter’s bridal shower—an afternoon celebrating joy, womanhood, marriage and the goodness of God.

This celebration brings together the women who have raised, prayed for, loved, counselled and walked with Kabwe through different seasons of her life.

The day draws from a beautiful tradition in which a mother and the wider community of women gather around a bride-to-be as she prepares to become a wife. It is an opportunity to share wisdom, encouragement and prayer, and to sow seeds towards the home and marriage she is preparing to build.

I am so happy that you will be part of this day. My hope is that, as you celebrate with our family, you will also experience the joy of the Lord, feel honoured for the place you hold in Kabwe’s life and be reminded of His goodness in your own story.

With love,

Mrs Chomba Yambayamba

the

Event Details

Date

Saturday 19 December 2026

Time

12:00 hours

Venue

Sarai Gardens, Lusaka WestView map

Theme

Royal Ascot x Garden High Tea

RSVP by

28 November 2026

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what to wear

The Style Guide

This style guide is simply here to help you visualise the occasion and choose an outfit. It is not meant to restrict you or take away from your personal style. Please use it as inspiration, make it your own and come feeling beautiful, comfortable and confident.

The theme

Royal Ascot x Garden High Tea

Imagine the polished daytime elegance of Royal Ascot softened by the warmth and femininity of a bridal garden high tea.

Colour palette

Shades of Brown

Beige
Sand
Khaki
Taupe
Camel
Caramel
Chestnut
Cinnamon
Mocha
Umber
Mahogany
Espresso

Outfit inspiration

Dressed for the garden

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What to wear

Simple, elegant and feminine daytime attire in shades of brown.

Elegant daytime dresses, jumpsuits or two-piece outfits
Graceful, comfortable silhouettes
Solid colours or classic prints — florals, chitenge prints, polka dots, stripes, checks and subtle patterns in any shade of brown
Simple, elegant hats or fascinators

What to avoid

Please keep the look refined and suited to a daytime celebration.

Floor-length evening gowns, long trains or sweeping tails
Formal dinner or red-carpet-style outfits
Excessively shiny fabrics
Overly dramatic hats or fascinators
Very casual clothing or denim
Colours outside the shades-of-brown palette

These examples are intended to help you visualise the occasion; they are not the only options you may wear. For more inspiration, browse the lookbook put together.

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sowing a seed

Gifts & Contributions

Your presence is a gift, and we are so happy that you can share this special day with us.

As part of this tradition, guests are invited to sow a seed towards the establishment of the couple’s new home.

Suggested minimum

K500

and you are warmly welcome to give more if you would like to and are able to do so.

At the venue

A gift box will be available at the venue for cash contributions.

Mobile money

Mobile money details will be shared at the venue for anyone who would prefer to give electronically on the day.

Through your group

If you are already contributing through an organised family, friends or church arrangement, there is no need to make a separate individual contribution — simply follow the arrangement communicated through your group.

meet the bride

Hi, I’m Kabwe—the bride.

I am fun, witty and very creative, but I am also quiet, private and reserved. I love to write, read and learn, and I enjoy beautiful ideas, meaningful conversations and anything that gives me room to create or imagine. I am a changemaker too—but that’s a story for another day.

Above all, I am a lover of God. This celebration is an expression of my faith and an opportunity to thank Him for His goodness, His faithfulness and the joy He has allowed us to experience in this season.

I am marrying my best friend and the absolute love of my life, Chongo, whom I have known since I was 15. We met at a science fair—if you know, you know.

Having known him for half of my life, it feels incredibly special to step into this new chapter together. This season has carried so much favour and joy, and I am excited to celebrate it with you and with the women who have helped shape my life.

I cannot wait to laugh with you, receive your wisdom, make beautiful memories and thank God together for all that He has done. I promise it’s going to be so much fun!

through the years

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In loving memory

Honouring the Mothers I Carry with Me

Looking down from heaven and deeply missed.

kindly

RSVP

Finding your invitation…

Invitations are personal and non-transferable. Attendance is strictly limited to the invited guest named on the invitation. Please do not forward the invitation or bring a plus one.

questions

Frequently Asked

Can I bring a plus one?

No. Attendance is strictly by named invitation, and invitations are not transferable. We kindly ask that only the person named on the invitation attends.

Are children welcome?

No. This will be an adults-only celebration, so we kindly ask guests to make the necessary arrangements for children.

How do I get to the venue?

Use the map to Sarai Gardens, Lusaka West for directions. Parking will be available at the venue.

Still have a question?

If you have any other questions, please reach out to us directly through the RSVP contact on your invitation.