Remember when Solange Knowles broke the internet on her wedding day? It was a literally a celebration for natural haired women alike. Instead of wearing her hair kept away, she decided to boldly display her gorgeous kinks out with her wedding gown! Many of our women have opted to wear their hair natural during these […]
Vintage Chic Peacock Inspired Wedding in North Carolina: Kirstie + Taron
It’s a story of true Coleman love. Kirstie, a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., and Taron, a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, got engaged at one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It was during their annual international summer trip and this year had taken them to Cancun, Mexico. They were […]
Charming Berry and Silver Wedding in Georgia: April + Julius
April affectionately declares that Julius swept her off her feet. The pair attended the University of Georgia together but didn’t begin dating until they’d both begun their professional lives. “I went to medical school, finished residency, and joined a private practice in Atlanta. Mack lived and studied abroad. He then returned to the U.S. and decided to […]
Outdoor Engagement Session at Berry College in Georgia: Ashley + Larry
Two months into their freshman year at Fort Valley State University, Ashley and Larry united. The collegiate neophytes felt a connection that would keep them inseparable. For seven years they remained in a relationship rooted in friendship and nourished by unwavering love. The couple’s engagement session was one of natural beauty. Shot by Heaven’s Paintbrush […]
10 Diverse TV Romances We’re Anticipating This Fall
It’s September which means fall TV is right around the corner! In just a matter of weeks, our favorite dramas and comedies return with all new seasons bringing all kinds of conflict and action and laughs and best of all…romance. So we’re counting down ten diverse romances that we’re anticipating this TV season, whether the […]
12 Metallic Nail Designs to Try on Your Wedding Day
If there’s ever a day to have fun with your manicure, it’s your wedding day. And we’ve got just the thing to excite your mani. In the world of nail design, metallics are the new black. From gold to rose gold and silver, the holographic element has become an essential in bold nail art designs. […]
Friday Reads: Coffee Table Books for the Newlywed Home
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a home for the baby carriage. And today we’re talking about one small way to make your house a home. The books we keep in our homes say a lot about us. Even coffee table books. These are conversation starters, especially if you’re hosting a dinner party, […]
Fall Haitian Wedding in Brooklyn: Dorothy + Reginald
Dorothy and Reginald, both in real estate, held quite the rustic glam ceremony in the picturesque Brooklyn cathedral of St. Joseph’s after meeting through a mutual friend while Dorothy was on the apartment hunt. After a very historical proposal, the couple was thrilled to incorporate their Haitian culture into the wedding of their dreams as […]
Chicago Engagement Session at the Planetarium: Stella + Ethan
Stella Okeke, working in Student Affairs Administration and Ethan Common, in Criminal Justice Administration are looking forward to blending cultures on May 28, 2016 when they exchange vows in front of a host of family and friends. Overlooking the Chicago skyline, the couple took to the Adler Planetarium to celebrate their upcoming nuptials. Tell us […]
Simply Floral Inspired Styled Shoot
Don’t underestimate the power of simplicity! Our Coterie member, TLS Weddings & Special Events LLC , assembled this simple but quaint styled shoot at the Venue on the Bayou in Downtown Indianola, Mississippi. Natural, feminine, and dainty, they were inspired by the garden. They brought together elements such as delicate flowers, soft colors, and tea lights, for […]
Intimate Virginia Mansion Wedding: Adrienne + Joshua
Richmond, VA native, Adrienne Cole Johnson and Columbus, Ohio native, Joshua Johnson wanted their wedding to be just as dreamy and romantic as their courtship was. Mission accomplished! The beautiful couple held an intimate Friday evening ceremony on the regal English Tudor private estate, Dover Hall Mansion. Just under under years old at the time […]
Coral and Yellow Wedding in Detroit: Ebony + Jeremy
“He’s a southern boy with a fast-paced metropolitan mindset. She’s a kindred spirit; a yellow rose blooming through the urban concrete. Their paths crossed on August 15, 2008, to be exact, amidst the sunset of summer and the rise of fall. Jeremy was following his dream, he recently moved to Michigan from South Carolina to […]