College sweethearts Shardae and William together take the step into forever in their stylish studio wedding in Pittsburgh – beautifully captured in this heartfelt cinematic feature by MunaLuchi Coterie member Yamean Studios Films.
Learn all about Shardae & Williams love story and romantic Paris proposal!
Bride & Groom: Shardae & William
Occupations: Shardae – Speech Language Pathologist, Will – Management Consultant
Wedding date: August 06, 2016
Wedding location: J. Verno Studio – Pittsburgh, PA
Tell us how you met and all about the proposal.
We met during sophomore year at Hampton University and quickly became friends.
The proposal: Will got a surprise photographer during our trip to Paris. On a brisk morning, we went to the Trocadero which has an iconic view of the Eiffel Tower in the background. Will proposed to me, and the surprise photographer captured the whole thing.
What was wedding shopping like for you? Wedding dress was beautiful, unique, and versatile. Shopping for the wedding dress was an exciting experience. I visited 6 stores in person, and spent many more hours gaining inspiration from online sources. I included close friends in this experience, but still wanted it to be a surprise.
Did you incorporate any culture into your wedding? Jumping the broom and the sand ceremony.
What is your best memory from your wedding? Bride – Reading our vows to one another. Groom – Entering the room for our reception.
What is the best wedding advice you can give to engaged couples? Enjoy the moment and take it all in. Don’t sweat the small stuff.
Bridesmaids/Groomsmen gifts: Bridesmaids – Personalized toiletry bags and jewelry. Groomsmen – Canvas duffel bag with their initials engraved on it.
Favorite item on the menu: Vineyard roasted chicken and apple cider braised beef short ribs, and the signature drink which represented our alma mater where we met.
First dance song: Michael Jackson – “The Lady in My Life”
Vendors:
Makeup – Makeup by Bo
Photography – Maura Ellen Photography
Videography – Yamean Studios Films
Wedding Day coordinator – Big Day Little Details
Florist – Blue Daisy Floral
Cake – Bella Christie and Little Z’s Sweet Boutique
DJ – Tee Jay Vision
Band – Brydge Band
Photobooth – Lux Photobooth
Food and bartenders – JPC Event Group
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