About Us

Splendid Soriee events is a premier multicultural event planning company in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area. SSE specializes in event consulting, design, and management of all event types (weddings, birthday, corporate events, social gatherings, concerts, trade-fairs, repast, fund-raising, gala-nights, fashion shows, award ceremony, proposals, local and destination events). Our mission is to create seamless, stress-free experiences that reflect your vision and values. We take pride in producing classy events that leave lasting memories for you and your guests. Let us bring your dream event to life!

Find below some of the areas of expertise but not limited to:

  • Assisting in budgeting
  • Assisting in finding the perfect venue
  • Vendor recommendations and negotiations
  • Designing and styling
  • Selection and coordination of wedding/event invitations and day of prints
  • RSVP Management
  • Event Timeline/Run of show
  • Event coordination and on-site supervision

Bukola Alphonso-Olarewaju

Position: Lead planner

With over 25 years of experience, Bukola Alphonso Olarewaju is a renowned African event host and veteran TV personality. Her unparalleled passion for planning and hosting events—both local and international—sets her apart in the industry. Bukola’s expertise and dedication ensure every occasion is memorable and engaging.

As the lead designer and planner in Splendid Soiree events, Bukky collaborates with the best vendors to deliver top notch and unforgettable experience, for each client.

Bukky creates a splendid soiree, an event like no other, in flawless manner. Her clients loves her warmth, energy and professionalism and ability to bring every vision to reality.


Bukky: Blessed, Unique, kind, knowledgeable, Yipee.

Bukky is not just an event planner; she is also a wife, mother, sister, friend, pastor, counselor and much more. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her family, loves to travel and takes vacations.


Bukky is also a designer of luxury wedding dresses, bride's maid and luxury celebrants outfits with accessories under her label.