It all began on Cinco de Mayo. Ashley Scruggs, an attorney, was spending the day with friends for one of their bridal appointments and the ladies stopped for lunch at a local Atlanta restaurant, El Aztec. Meanwhile, Phillip Howard, an educator was heading to the very same restaurant with his friends to celebrate the […]
Friday Reads: Celebrating LGBT Pride Month With Young Adult LGBT Literature
This month is LGBT Pride Month, which honors the 1969 Stonewall riots and recognizes the impact that LGBT individuals have made in history. According to the Library of Congress, celebrations include pride parades, picnics, parties, workshops, symposia and concerts, and more. We are so proud to be acknowledging LGBT Pride Month right here on MunaLuchi Bride – on the […]
Makeup Tutorial: The Perfect Eyeliner & The Perfect Red Lip
For a classic beauty look from around the world, we’re taking you to Berlin, Germany today where photographer, Katja Scherle Festtagsfotografien shot a makeup tutorial conducted by hair and makeup artist, Annika Noack. The lovely face that you see in the tutorial is not a model but in fact the everyday beautiful woman of color so […]
Elegant Blush and Ivory Wedding in Baltimore, MD: Nakia + Vacshon
Nakia Brown felt like Cinderella when she married Vacshon Brown in the Fall. On a bright, gorgeous day in Baltimore, MD, surrounded by an abundance of garden roses, family, and friends, the couple said, “I do” after dating for over thirteen years. Serenaded by R&B singer, RaHeem DeVaughn, Nakia and Vacshon’s wedding day was quite […]
Passport to Love Engagement Session in College Park: Lillian + Timothy
Lillian Prince and Timothy Mitchell, Jr. have saved the date for May 7, 2016! Lillian, an Editor-in-Chief for an internal government newsletter and Timothy, a contractor and IT Specialist for the State Department, stationed in Afghanistan, are excited for the day that they will say, “I do” in front of family and friends at the […]
Stunning Traditional Hindu Wedding in London: Rupa + Dhiren
Rupa Patel says her favorite moment during the reception of her destination wedding to Dhiren, besides dancing the night away, was hearing her husband’s emotional speech. So beautiful! The couple met at Rupa’s birthday party and again while traveling with close friends but it wasn’t until after a Facebook interaction that the two began dating. As time went on, […]
Travel Tuesday: Breathtaking Abode in South Africa
Planning your dream destination wedding or honeymoon in South Africa? Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, just two hours away from Cape Town and voted one of the Best Hotels in the World by Tatler Travel Guide is the destination for you. Grootbos is an Afrikaans word meaning Big Forest, which is fitting as the Grootbos […]
5 Best Beauty Gurus to Watch for Wedding Prep
There are a number of amazing beauty gurus on YouTube who provide the most entertaining, hypnotizing, and easy to follow DIY videos, tutorials, and more for beauty, skincare, hair care, health, and fitness that you can use for your wedding prep – no matter what your budget. Below, check out these amazing women of color who […]
Grade School Sweethearts Get Married in Coral Gables: Sabine + Patrick
When Sabine Edmond and Patrick Dulcio watched their guests videos, they realized that the two were both singing the song Sabine walked down the aisle to “All of Me” by John Legend as she walked closer to him. Outside of the church, Sabine became filled with jitters and when the church doors opened, she took […]
Friday Reads: 5 Young Adult Romances for Summer
For my fellow book lovers out there, have I got a treat for you! I am so excited to kick off the Friday Reads feature on MunaLuchi Bride! Every Friday, I will recommend at least five books that are romance novels or genre novels with strong romantic elements as well as nonfiction titles to read […]
Fall Sweetheart Wedding in Durham, NC: Rhonda + Demah
Rhonda Bullock and Demah Payne had mutual friends in high school and kept in touch through Facebook after graduation. After one night out on the town with friends, the two began to stay in contact more frequently. As time went on, feelings developed that the two could no longer deny and the two officially began […]
Intimate Mumbai Inspired Styled Shoot
On June 5, 2014, this styled shoot inspired by Indian culture took place on a golf course at Makray Golf Club in Barrington. IL. What an exquisite backdrop, especially fitting for an intimate wedding. Shot by SYPhotography, this shoot highlights the infusion of cultures and warm peach colors, perfect for a Fall or even Summer wedding. Planner and concept […]