A couple of weeks ago we teamed up with IJORERE Invitations to offer one lucky winner the Ultimate Prize – 50 (4 piece) Invitation Suites (1 per couple or household) from the Aduni Collection (shipping not included). That equals up to 100 invitees! After nearly 150 entries, we’ve selected a lucky winner… Congrats to Yeni Makinde! She’s the lucky winner of […]
Top 11 Engagement Sessions of 2011
2011 was a super busy year for us. Thankfully, it was busy in a good way. We are grateful and appreciative for all the blessings bestowed upon us this year, and the tremendous growth of the publication in the past 12 months. Most importantly, we are ever so grateful to you, our readers, for visiting […]
ETSY ADDICTION – New Years Eve Party!
This week’s ETSY Obsession is all about New Year’s Eve celebrations. Whether you are attending a party or hosting one, here are some cool inspirations to make your party a hit. Remember, you don’t have to break the bank to have a FABULOUS Event. Enjoy!! I welcome your comments, and encourage you to share your […]
Real {St. Thomas} Wedding: Cherise + Shann
For Cherise Tidd, a current Ph.D graduate student, and Shann Bernard, a Software Engineer, the cafeteria at Spelman College will always bring back wonderful memories on how they met. In the summer of 2003, Cherise was hired at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia for their parallel program while Shann was helping tutor high school students at the Morehouse College summer science program. It was in the Spelman cafeteria where Cherise first locked eyes with Shann. Only admiring him from afar, Cherise never had the courage to pursue him until her students, who happened to notice how perfect they would look together, took it upon themselves to speed up the romance process and give Shann her number. ”When we finally met face to face, I could tell that Shann was attracted to me as well,” said Cherise. “On our first date, we went to a movie to see Bad Boys 2 and had dinner at Steak ‘N Shake.” …Read the entire love story below… [divider] Wedding Date: June 6, 2010 Bride: Cherise Tidd Groom: Shann Bernard Venue: Frenchman’s Reef St. Thomas Photographed by Joshua Dwain Photography [tabs_framed] [tab title=”Photo Gallery”][nggallery id=274][/tab] [tab title=”Love Story”] By Kaylyn […]
Spotlight: Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier
(This article was originally featured in the Munaluchi Spring/Summer 2010 Edition.) As he enters his bridal atelier each day, Mark Ingram is first greeted by the wall…a wall dressed with a medley of small to medium sized, square and rectangular shaped black frames, each holding black & white vintage to present-day photos paying homage […]
Single In The City: The First Date – Four Years Overdue
The First Date – Four Years Overdue (A Sequel to the Cat and Mouse Series) Beside myself with joy, I strutted out of my apartment a little after 8:40 p.m., knowing full well I was going to be late getting to Mid-town east from my home on the upper west side. Still, I was convinced […]
Asisat + Benjamin: {Steamy} E-Session
If you looked in the dictionary for the word, “steamy,” the images from today’s engagement session are sure to come up. In this case, pictures are most certainly worth more than a thousand words so I’ll keep mine short :) Enjoy “A Day in the Life of Asisat and Benjamin.” Joshua Dwain of Joshua Dwain […]
My Obsession With – Alexis Bittar Swarovski Cuff’s
Let this woven gold and Swarovski crystal Elements cuff from Alexis Bittar be your outfit’s standout piece! Interested in today’s obesssion? Shop the look! Check out more accessory picks here.
Real {Ethiopian} Wedding in Atlanta: Nina + Farid
We’re always excited to share culturally rich and colorful weddings with you. Today’s wedding is full of laughter, culture, unity, and love. The photographs seamlessly tell a story, giving us a taste of the Ethiopian culture. Thanks to Jamie of Jamie Howell Photography for sharing these sweet photos with us. Enjoy! Bride: Nina Ely Groom: […]
Top 10 Hottest Celeb Couples of 2011 {The Marriage Edition}
If someone were to ask you what makes a married couple hot, what would you say? This list of the top 10 hottest married celeb couples of 2011 did not just take into account how good they look together, but also how well these couples seem to relate to each other and how they navigate […]
Munaluchi Gift Guide – 5 Awesome Gifts to Splurge on this Holiday
Need help finding the right gift for that special someone? According to InStyle.com here are some gift ideas for this holiday. De’Longhi kMix Coffeemaker and Cup Warmer $130; shopdelo David Yurman Chevron Sunglasses $325; davidyurman.com. Stella McCartney Faux Python Wallet$ 425; at Stella McCartney stores. Paulette Rollo Lambswool and Merino Throws Basketweave […]
Giveaway! Luxury (4 piece) IJORERE Invitation Suite for 100 Guests
Happy Monday! We’ve got a super cool giveaway for all of you brides-to-be. Perhaps you’ve picked your wedding date, and wedding colors…or maybe you haven’t even gotten that far. No matter what stage of planning you’re in, one of the important items you will have to consider are your wedding invitations. Your wedding invitations and […]