What a night! A few weeks ago we celebrated our latest issue featuring the lovely Demetria Lucas-D’Oyley of ABelleinBrooklyn — which is currently on newsstands everywhere — and kicked off our 2015 tour at the gorgeous 501 Union in Brooklyn, NY. Surrounded by our Coterie family, fabulous brides, and wedding enthusiasts, the issue release party was the perfect […]
Styled Shoot: Philly Lovebirds Wedding Inspiration
“Lovebirds” are in the air with this Spring inspired styled shoot from coterie member, Sheronda Seawright Photography. Staged at the Philadelphia Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the refreshing palette of coral and teal were used brilliantly to attract the natural light throughout the space. From the modern elegance of the Kimmel Center, to the nest of robin eggs adorning the […]
Fun Outdoor Engagement Session in New Jersey: Bianca + Jeremiah
Much like the classic teenage love story, Bianca and Jeremiah met in the hallways of their high school. Although they had been crushing on each other since freshman year, they did not become sweethearts for many years later. Still, Jeremiah chose to make up for lost time by proposing to Bianca on the steps of their high school […]
“Love in the City” Fun Brooklyn E-Session: Joelle + Frantz
It was a simple question that began Joelle and Frantz’s journey of love. They met on June 10th, 2008 at an after work party. Joelle spotted Frantz at the bar watching a NBA game and shimmied her way next to him. Frantz did not hit her with a corny line, but simply asked “So which […]
Before I Said I Do: I First Made a Vow to God
Sarah Bilaye-Benibo was happily single when she met her now husband, Bio. Thirty, the Chicago based blogger used her premarital years to dig deep, focus on self-improvement and spiritual growth. She made a commitment to remain chaste until her wedding day, which meant not even going so far as kissing. Bio was up for the […]
Gorgeous Gold and Purple Wedding in Florida: Racole and Nichols
Nick and Racole casually met at a business conference. After seeking to share ideas concerning their businesses, they found a greater connection as friends. After a while, the friendship blossomed and Nick ultimately asked Racole to be his lifetime friend, partner, confidant and when he asked for her hand in marriage with a surprise proposal before […]
Diann Valentine is Coming to Maryland
ATTENTION DMV BRIDES! YOU’RE CORDIALLY INVITED TO PREVIEW THE SIGNATURE WEDDING CUFF COLLECTION BY DIANN VALENTINE! SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015 12 NOON to 2 PM HOUSE OF JONLEI ATELIER NATIONAL HARBOR • 153 POTOMAC PASSAGE • OXON HILL MD HOSTED BY PERFECT PLANNING EVENTS & HOUSE OF JONLEI ATELIER Don’t miss out on the celebrity […]
Styled Shoot: Secret Garden Inspired Wedding Ideas
Although it is cold outside in many parts of the world, Spring will be here before you know it! Today’s styled shoot produced by Janelle Evans of Creative Collaborations, will definitely spark your interest if you are looking forward to having an outdoor wedding, or if you want to bring a bit of Spring into your wedding venue. Janelle […]
E-session in Downtown Durham, NC: Eboni + Frankie
With advances in technology, many love connections are being made in cyberspace. Eboni and Frankie met on a social website in April 2011, and 3 years later on April 16 2014, the exact day of their first date, Frankie proposed to Eboni! To celebrate, the couple decided to have an engagement shoot that incorporated two different looks: […]
DIY Valentine’s Day Ideas | Setting the Table
Hey there! Yesterday we started a 5 part video series entitled “Pulled Together” produced by Mae B Films which is meant to help you prepare a sweet Valentine’s dinner for two. In Part II, event designer, Pop by Yaz, demonstrates how to set and design the perfect table. From Mae B Films: This Valentine’s Day […]
An Elegant Ohio Wedding with a Tuscan Flair: Sherettha + Robert
If you cannot have a destination wedding, why not have your wedding at a venue that reminds you of our favorite city. When Sherettha and Robert were planning their nuptials, they debated on many wedding themes, until they decided on having an intimate and romantic theme. They wanted their guests to feel as if they escaped […]
Modern Multicultural Wedding in Miami: Sabdy + Cale
Today’s wedding is full of fun modern details and vibrant colors! Sabdy and Cale met in 2003 at the University of Florida; however, it would take two years for Cale to get up the courage to ask Saby out. They became college sweethearts, and their wedding day marked 10 years from when they first met! […]
