The road to the meeting between Nneka Ezekwueche and Obinna Okezie-Okeh began in a hospital. Obinna’s sister was convinced that Nneka would be the perfect match for her brother – but Nneka was not so sure. This matchmaking opportunity was certainly not one she jumped at, but after some persuasion, she caved. And boy, did […]
North Carolina Wedding with Turquoise and Peacock Details: Marlana + Corey
Marlana and Corey met in a church parking lot – when Marlana was there to hear the guy she was dating sing. That man was not Corey! However, he would soon become the man in her life, and they’ve been making each other’s hearts sing ever since. This North Carolina wedding was photographed by Aura Marzouk Photography. You […]
Charleston Multicultural Bridal & Events Association Invites South Carolina Brides to an Amazing Vendor Experience
Calling all brides in the South Carolina area!!! The Charleston Multicultural Bridal & Events Association (CMBEA) is inviting brides from cultural backgrounds to meet with vendors specializing in celebrating and blending multiple cultures. Whether you’re Irish, Scottish, Indian, Jewish, African, Caribbean, Native American, Asian, or a mixture of diverse cultures, this is the place for […]
Eryn + Jeremy: {Engaged} in Florida
Jeremy Mounticure and Eryn Walker absolutely did not hit it off when they first met at a Greek social in college. Jeremy thought Eryn was “stuck up”, while Eryn’s line of thinking was, “He thinks he’s all that because he’s Mr. FAMU and on T.V. commercials for Student Housing Solutions.” There was no way these two would ever become […]
Real {New York} Wedding in Buffalo: Melitta + Benjamin
Melitta and Ben first met at an on-campus Super Bowl party in 2004. They soon became friends, and their friendship led to a deep and abiding love. The couple’s Buffalo, NY, wedding (which took place on their sixth anniversary as a couple) was just the way they wanted it: simply elegant. :) The upstate NY […]
Real {North Carolina} Wedding in Greensboro: Ashleigh + LeMar
Ashleigh and LeMar have an old-school kind of love – in the best possible way! They began their relationship as acquaintances and quickly became friends. Eventually, LeMar did the sweetest thing: he picked up the phone and asked Ashleigh’s dad for permission to “court” his daughter. Like I said, old school in the sweetest possible […]
Real {Atlanta} Wedding: Olivia + Anthony
Olivia and Anthony were age-old acquaintances, who immediately became friends upon meeting. However, distance would put a strain on their communication, until they reconnected. The embers of their previous friendship would eventually give way to the roaring flame of a loving relationship. Today, Anthony and Olivia are man and wife. :) Their lovely Atlanta wedding […]
The Fantastical Soul Mate Lie: Why Belief in a Hollywood-defined Soul Mate is Dangerous
Source: pinerly.com via Munaluchi Bride on Pinterest “Soul mate: a person with whom one has a strong affinity, shared values and tastes, and often a romantic bond” [Dictionary.com] There are few more romantic-sounding words than “soul mate.” The word evokes a deep sense of destiny – a sense of “this person was made especially for me.” Who doesn’t find that swoon-worthy: the fact that someone was placed on earth so that […]
Real Miami, Florida Beach Wedding at Acqualina Resort: Arianne + Amir
Arianne and Amir met through mutual friends at a barbecue, and hit it off immediately. In fact, Amir was so sure that he had met the perfect woman for him that he proposed to Arianne a mere 5 months after they met. Arianne was also so positive that Amir was the one for her that […]
Marvalee + Kwesi: Engagement Session in {Antigua}
Marvalee Bascus and Kwesi Leslie met on a ski trip to Vermont as part of a group. While snowboarding with the rest of their group, Marvalee enjoyed watching Kwesi, the “All-Jamaican Muscle Man”, take a few tumbles down the slopes. However, it wasn’t until they struck up some conversation at the house their group was […]
Real Southern Chic {Nashville} Wedding on a Plantation: Memory + Stanley
Now, this wedding is the epitome of Southern classic! Memory Baker and Stanley Johnson were married on a plantation estate in Tennessee – how cool is that ?! With classic black and white colors and yellow accents, this wedding is a classic feast for the eyes. It doesn’t hurt that the gorgeous couple is clearly […]
Real {Florida} Beach Wedding: Ilana + Samuel
Ilana and Samuel first connected on an online dating site. However, it was their offline connection that sealed the deal – they were obviously made for each other. Their Florida beach wedding was beautifully photographed by Villetto Photography. This wedding is breezy, yet elegant! What an effortlessly happy look. :) Bride: Ilana DeBerry Groom: Samuel Curry Occupations: Bride – […]
