Chelmsford, UK – The Centurion Staunch Nexus proudly hosted the spectacular two-day Asian Wedding Collective 2025 at Chelmsford City Racecourse on October 25th and 26th, bringing together nearly 100 vibrant vendors and designers in a powerful showcase of Asian culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship. The event stood as a testament to Centurion Staunch’s mission of promoting diversity, cultural integration, and community empowerment across industries.
The highlight of the weekend was the Nexus Bridal Runway – The Asian Experience, graced by Bollywood star Ameesha Patel as the showstopper on October 26th. She mesmerized audiences in a custom red lehenga by Bidaai London, adorned with Couture CH’Ne Sais Quoi jewelry, and styled by celebrity makeup artist Uzma. Ten distinguished designers presented their stunning collections, showcasing South Asian artistry at its finest: Bidaai London, Trendy UK, Priya Exclusive, Nosh by Rivaaj London, Motifz London, Heirlooms Haus, Sareez London, Sana Ali, Yana Flame, and Tanaya Couture.
The evening transitioned into the Asian Influencer Awards 2025, a celebration of digital excellence and cultural impact. The awards recognized leading voices from across Asia who are shaping online communities with creativity and authenticity. Ameesha Patel was honored with the Global Asian Influencer Award, presented by Deputy Mayor of Chelmsford, Ms. Smita Rajesh, who applauded Centurion Staunch Nexus for promoting Asian businesses and fostering cultural harmony in the city.
The success of the event was made possible through the collective support of its sponsors and partners: Tiny Treat Factory, Bar105, Ambala Sweets, Curry & Cocktails, Asian Star Radio, The Wedding Records, Saga, URC, Luxe Event Styling, Garland Lodge Ltd, Nosh by Rivaaj, My Spouse, and Centurion Staunch Ashbourne Care.
The Asian Influencer Awards and Nexus Bridal Runway were elegantly hosted by Ms. Tamanna Miah Freelancer, Presenter, Event Host, TEDx Public Speaker, Red Carpet Reporter, Media Spokesperson, Facilitator, bringing together creativity, glamour, and cultural pride.
In 2025, Centurion Staunch proudly launched Centurion Staunch Ignite, a podcast series amplifying voices of change, leadership, and creativity. Culminating the year, December 2025 marks the highly anticipated launch of Nexus LÉclat, a premium fashion and lifestyle magazine illuminating stories of creativity, culture, and influence.
CEO of Centurion Stauch Group Mr Muhammad Nissan mentioned that Centurion Staunch Nexus was founded with a vision to create an inclusive platform that celebrates culture, creativity, and community without boundaries. The Asian Wedding Collective, Nexus Bridal Runway, and Asian Influencer Awards were born from a shared passion to showcase excellence, innovation, and representation across all creative industries. These initiatives go beyond events — they are movements that celebrate unity, diversity, and empowerment. They embody the spirit of collaboration, giving individuals from all walks of life the opportunity to shine, share their stories, and inspire others.
Ms Asa Hutchinson, Head of Operations of Centurion Staunch Group was quoted saying, “Being part of Centurion Staunch Nexus and leading operations for the Asian Wedding Collective, Nexus Bridal Runway, and Asian Influencer Awards has been a truly inspiring journey. I have witnessed firsthand the extraordinary creativity, resilience, and unity of the Asian community — their contributions to art, culture, business, and society are profound and deeply impactful. What makes this experience so meaningful is the sense of shared purpose within the team — a commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and celebrating diversity in its truest form. Every project we undertake is a reflection of mutual respect and the belief that together, we can create something far greater than ourselves. It is an absolute honor to work alongside such passionate individuals and to be part of an organization that not only celebrates achievements but also uplifts and empowers every voice within the community.
Centurion Staunch proudly announces an extraordinary calendar of events for 2026, marking a year dedicated to creativity, culture, innovation, and community impact. The events include the Nexus Bridal Runway (Global) & Global Fashion Awards 2026 in February, The Grand Asian Collective featuring Nexus Raga in April, Startup Expo & Global Pioneers Awards in June, Kids Fest 2026 & Teachers Beacon Awards in August, The Asian Wedding Collective, Nexus Bridal Runway: The Asian Experience & The Asian Influencer Awards 2026 in October, and Care Expo UK & The British CareX Awards 2026 in December. Throughout the year, Centurion Staunch will also host Diwali, Onam, Holi Pop-U
