Romie and Kamali’s Beautiful Enchanted Garden Estate Wedding

MunaLuchi Bride Magazine Winter 2017 Feature: Romie and Kamali
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Romie and Kamali’s beautiful, enchanted-garden estate wedding in New Jersey was complete with Haitian and Jamaican cultural elements including Kompa, Zouk, Reggae, and Soca music, signature drinks, and stilt walkers. The bride was stunning in a Kitty Chen Couture mermaid gown with low back, and gem beading detail throughout, for the ceremony, and a chic and stylish custom Andrea Iyamah Bride jumpsuit.

Read all about Romie and Kamali’s love story, proposal, and experiences in their beautiful enchanted-garden estate wedding in New Jersey. Featuring the work of MunaLuchi Coterie members, Victorious Events NYC, Mike Music, Pretty Posh Events, Juicy Looks by Abby, Yamean Studios, IET Band, and Modimel. View the entire selected gallery by MunaLuchi Coterie member, Nana Annan Photography here.

Bride & Groom: Romie and Kamali
Wedding Location: North Haledon, New Jersey
Wedding Date: September 8th 2017

Romie and Kamali first became aware of each other by way of a mutual friend who was a co-worker of Kamali’s. They would see each other from time to time whenever Romie visited the store they worked at. In 2007 when Romie enrolled at Rutgers University she found that Kamali was also a student there. He introduced her to the West Indian Association Club and they began hanging out more frequently. They came to realize they lived five minutes away from each other for most of their lives and knew many more of the same people than they had thought. The more they got to know each other the more they discovered how much in common they had, particularly a love for music and dancing. There was a magnetism between them that everyone around them seemed to notice before they had. The day would finally come when they too understood just how special their connection was and could be. Thus, evolving into a partnership of unconditional love that set them on the path to becoming husband and wife.

Fast forward to September 6th 2015, at the annual barbecue hosted at Romie’s mother’s house. Expecting an intimate gathering, Romie was quite surprised to find her mother’s backyard filled with nearly a hundred family and friends. With the barbecue in full swing and Kamali handling the DJ’ing, the music came to a sudden and unexpected halt. Kamali got on the mic, appearing to be unusually nervous. With the crowd completely silent, he locked eyes Romie, his best friend and soulmate, and in the company of their loved ones asked for her hand in marriage. It was a perfect heartfelt moment leaving many in tears of joy.

In Romie’s words, she knew Kamali was “the one” when “I no longer felt the need to keep a wall, my guard, in between us. We were able to be our goofy, music loving, dancing selves around each other, and divulge all our dreams and wants in life while continuously supporting each other along the way. Our friendship was so strong that when it grew into something else we both felt that God and my grandmother, as I always say, were responsible for sending us on this path together that we could not stray from.”

Quick Facts From the Bride:
Favorite Item on Menu: The salmon was everything!
First Dance Song: Bitty McClean – Baby Tonight & J. Beatz – Fanm Pam Nan

Best Memories: “One of our best memories was our entrance being that we changed the song literally that day to Busta Rhymes’ song “Girlfriend” and we still hit it off. People thought we choreographed it since we were vibing so well but we didn’t. Dancing is just the truest expression of our love, and it was clearly shown at that moment. We also can never forget the Soca set with the Moko Jumbies (stilt walkers) where everyone was just in pure bliss, and jumping up and down with their light up sticks and whistles.”

Advice for Engaged Couples: “Remember why you are getting married, and that nothing else matters but the both of you. The stress of planning can consume you, and if you are not careful you may forget what is truly important. If everything begins to feel overwhelming don’t be afraid to ask for help from your bridal party or vendors. At the end of the day you are ultimately blessed to have found your best friend, your soul mate, your #1 dance partner…your everything.”

View the entire selected gallery by MunaLuchi Coterie member, Nana Annan Photography here.

Vendors:
Photography: Nana Annan Photography
Planner & Designer: Victorious Events NYC
Florist: Pretty Posh Events
Bride’s Makeup Artist: Juicy Looks by Abby
Videography: Yamean Studios
Lighting: Mike Music
Band: IET Band
Ceremony/Reception + Catering: The Tides Estate
Cake: Belmont Bakery
Bride’s Dress: Kitty Chen Couture
Bride’s Jumpsuit: Andrea Iyamah Bride
Bridal Salon: Brides by Natalie
Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Bridesmaid Dresses: The Dessy Collection at Nordstrom
Maid of Honor + Matron of Honor Dresses: Rent the Runway
Flower Girl Dresses: Pantora Mini
Groom’s Attire: Garçon Couture
Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse Custom
Ring Bearer Attire: Garçon Couture
Hair Stylist: Modimel Studios
Mother of Bride’s Hair Stylist: Hair by Mica Salon
Makeup Artist: Daurisa Tessier + Vicky Morilus (Bridesmaids)
Groom’s Barber: Joe Roman
Groom’s Hair Stylist: Chiqueedah of Showtime Natural Hair Care
Linens: The Finishing Touch
Custom Menus: Parchment by Dami
Stationery: Angie Cherubin of CDKreation (design) + Wedding Paper Divas (printing)
Rentals: Glam Party Rentals
Escort Card Board: Diona Nicole Designs
Custom Signage: Mark With a Spark
MC: A.D. Skolar
DJ: Wedding Kingz
Photo Booth: Photo Booth Creative
Performers: Casa Brazilia
Favors: Cremas Absalon
Transportation: Moonlight Limos