Author. Entrepreneur. Modern Hospitality Tastemaker.
Elevating The Art of Living & Celebrating Beautifully
Known for creating some of the world's most beautifully curated celebrations, Akeshi Akinseye has become a trusted voice in hospitality, entertaining, design, and modern luxury living. Through storytelling, experiences, and thoughtfully curated ideas, she inspires a more intentional approach to gathering, hosting, traveling, and living beautifully every day.
Beyond the Event
A life created with intention
Akeshi is known for creating some of the most refined celebrations in the world, but her work extends far beyond the event itself. Through her platform she shares a thoughtful approach to living beautifully, where gatherings are intentional, spaces are curated, and every detail contributes to a life well lived. From hosting and design to travel, style, and everyday rituals, her work is rooted in one belief: the most meaningful moments are the ones we create with intention.
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The Book
The Art of Celebrating
Inspiration and Ideas for Meaningful Gatherings · By Akeshi Akinseye
More than a guide, The Art of Celebrating is an invitation to slow down, gather with intention, and create moments that feel as beautiful as they look. Inside, Akeshi shares her approach to hosting, design, and storytelling through gatherings, from intimate dinners to multi-day celebrations. It is not about perfection. It is about presence, connection, and creating experiences that stay with you.
Order Your CopyPhotography by Amy Anaiz
Named one of EBONY Magazine's "Top Creators to Know"
A Life Rooted in Celebration
From global celebrations to everyday moments, Akeshi's work is defined by intention, refinement, and experience. She is the founder of Kesh Events, a global planning, design, and production firm trusted by discerning clients, and the voice behind The Art of Celebrating, a lifestyle platform dedicated to hosting, style, and meaningful living.
- Celebrations & Entertaining
- Design & Aesthetic Living
- Travel & Cultural Inspiration
- Thoughtful Hosting & Guest Experience
Ways to Work With Me
Partner with Akeshi
Hospitality Consulting
Guest-experience consulting for restaurants, hotels, clubs, and spas.
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Speaking, Media & Press
Global and national stages, TV appearances, and features in top publications.
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Brand Collaborations
Partnering with brands on lifestyle, entertaining, and design.
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Weddings & Events
Luxury celebrations, designed and produced worldwide by Kesh Events.
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The Journal
Inspiration for living beautifully
A curated destination for inspiration, ideas, and perspective on living and celebrating beautifully, with insights on hosting and entertaining, table design and floral styling, travel and lifestyle, and modern rituals.
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Curated for living beautifully
A curated collection of pieces I love, from tabletop and entertaining essentials to home, style, and lifestyle finds. Each item is selected with intention, to elevate the everyday and bring beauty into how we live and gather.
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Entertaining Essentials Checklist
Ten must-haves for every host. Say goodbye to hosting anxiety and hello to seamless, unforgettable gatherings, with every essential covered, from stunning decor to the perfect ambiance.
Give It To Me
A beautiful life doesn't happen by chance. It's created through intention, detail, and the moments we choose to celebrate.
