Nairobi, Kenya • estatesforweddings@gmail.com

Portrait of Natalia, founder of Estates for Weddings

Our Why

How it began

To make weddings easy to plan and dream.

Uzi Bridal Atelier began in conversation. Natalia's friends Wendy and Grace kept describing the same struggle — how hard it was to find a wedding venue that felt right, and a bridal dress that felt like them. Those conversations turned into Uzi: a small atelier selling new wedding dresses, so no bride has to settle for almost-right. Wendy and Grace inspired the idea, though they are not part of the company.

Estates for Weddings was born a little differently — from Have You Slept There, Natalia's private homes. Standing in them, she noticed how lovely and captivating the views were, and how many people had never heard of — or seen — these places. The idea of seeing the homes enjoyed, and of making them revenue-generating rather than sitting quiet, birthed Estates for Weddings: a register of beautiful private estates opened up for weddings.

Together, the goal is simple — make weddings easy to plan and dream. No more scattered vendors, no more almost-right dresses, no more estates that disappear before the enquiry is answered. Just a small, considered register of places and dresses, handled by people who understand that the day belongs entirely to the couple.

We take a small number of clients each season, on referral and by consultation. Every estate is booked exclusively, and every dress is chosen with the venue in mind. Nothing is rushed and nothing is mass-produced — that is the whole point.

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Inside Uzi Bridal Atelier — gowns on rails, a fitting nook and the consultation desk

The Atelier

Where to find us

Uzi Bridal Atelier, The Stables, Karen — First Floor, Nairobi, Kenya.

Fittings, dress appointments and estate consultations all happen here, by appointment. Come try on the season's gowns, talk through your venue, and plan the day over a cup of tea.

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Careers

Currently hiring

Two positions are open in Nairobi. Both are client-facing and both sit close to Natalia.

Sales Assistant — Venues

You look after enquiries for the estates: answering couples, holding dates, walking clients through exclusive-use bookings and deposits, and keeping in step with the property owners.

Suits someone warm on the phone, unhurried in writing, and comfortable with high-value clients. Hospitality, property or events background welcome.

Sales Assistant — Bridal

You host atelier appointments: gown enquiries, measurements, orders and follow-through with suppliers until the dress is collected.

Suits someone with an eye for cloth and fit, patient with brides, and precise with detail. Retail, styling or bridal background welcome.

How to apply

Send your CV to estatesforweddings@gmail.com, with the role in the subject line. Please also attach a 30-second video telling us why you would like the position, plus a portfolio showing work you have done, what you can do, and what you are passionate about in relation to the role. We read every application and reply to the applicants we would like to meet.

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