The Art of Celebrating by Akeshi Akinseye – Now Available for Pre-Order

Jun 16

I’m so excited to officially reveal the cover of my third and newest book, The Art of Celebrating: Inspiration and Ideas for Meaningful Gatherings, now available for pre-order and releasing on October 28, 2025.

This book is a love letter to the art of entertaining—thoughtfully, beautifully, and intentionally.

A Guide to Hosting with Heart, Style & Soul

In today’s busy world, creating space to gather with loved ones has become more important than ever. The Art of Celebrating was written to inspire you to host with intention, to slow down and create experiences that reflect joy, culture, and care.

With over 270 pages of elegant inspiration, this book is filled with:

Elevated table design and floral styling tips
Seasonal ideas for modern gatherings
Recipes from my Nigerian heritage
Real stories and expert advice from my journey as a global event planner
Meaningful moments that reflect the heart behind every celebration

Whether you’re planning a grand soirée or a cozy dinner at home, this book is your guide to celebrating with beauty and purpose.

A Personal Reflection

I wrote this book from the heart. It’s a culmination of the lessons I’ve learned from my upbringing, my global travels, and my work with incredible clients who believe in the power of gathering well.

The Art of Celebrating is more than a design book. It’s a reflection of how I live, work, and host—with reverence, creativity, and love.

Pre-Order Now

The Art of Celebrating: Inspiration and Ideas for Meaningful Gatherings
Releases: October 28, 2025
Pre-Order: Click here to order your copy

Thank you to the talented team who helped bring this vision to life—especially Amy Anaiz, whose photography brings the cover and pages in the boom to life. This has been a labor of love, and I cannot wait for you to hold it in your hands.

Here’s to honoring life’s most beautiful moments.

With love,
Akeshi

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Akeshi Akinseye

Founder & CEO of Kesh Events | Event Planner, Designer, Author & Hospitality Expert

Akeshi Akinseye is the founder and CEO of Kesh Events, a Chicago-based event planning, design and production company creating high-end weddings, destination celebrations, private events and brand experiences worldwide.

With more than 15 years of experience, her work centers on thoughtful hospitality, guest experience, cultural intelligence and the planning, design and production of highly considered celebrations.

Akeshi is also the author of The Art of Celebrating, a book about meaningful gatherings, thoughtful design and creating more intentional moments around the table and at home.

Her work and perspective on weddings, celebrations, design and hospitality have been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, Brides, People and other leading publications.

https://akeshiakinseye.com