When Olga moved and was introduced to a group of young ladies who were also in transition, she had no idea that she’d be meeting two ladies who were the nieces of her future husband. After becoming close with them and hanging out at their house, she was informally introduced to Eddy, who was also […]
Bentley Themed Wedding in Charlotte, North Carolina: Kendra + Andre
Kendra, a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Andre, a graduate of Fayetteville State University had a Bentley themed wedding, a fun nod to their last name which is the same as the famous car. Guests each grabbed their own key to the Bentley reception and had a ride of their […]
East Africa Meets Trinidad and Tobago in Manhattan Wedding: Winta + Jerrell
Eritrea, East Africa met Trinidad and Tobago at the altar as Winta and Jerrell said yes in a gorgeous summer ceremony in New York City. A cocktail hour on the rooftop followed as family and friends from Norway, Sweden, Holland, Eritrea, Ethiopia, France and Canada gathered to wait for the newlyweds! Come time for the […]
Swan House Wedding in Atlanta, Georgia: Helen + Kaleem
After a beautiful birthday proposal in Jamaica, Helen and Kaleem jumped the broom at The Swan House in Atlanta, Georgia, a setting you may have seen in The Hunger Games Mockingjay Part 1. The lovely couple opted for a simple, traditional spring wedding ceremony for the day they’ll most definitely cherish forever. Wedding Date: May […]
Magical Aquarium Wedding in Baltimore: L’Oreal + Jeff
L’Oreal, a Media Relations Manager for Girl Scouts of the Greater Chicago area and Jeff, a Client Associate for J.P. Morgan met through mutual friends but didn’t hit it off right away. A few years after meeting, the two began courting and in 2013, Jeff proposed at L’Oreal’s childhood home! This beautiful proposal led to […]
Luxe Navy and Gold Wedding in North Carolina: Alnissa + Mario
When friendship is the foundation of a relationship, it’s bound to be a relationship that can withstand every storm. Alnissa and Mario initially met at a night club in 2003 where the two instantaneously formed a friendship. Despite Mario’s relocation to Charlotte in 2005, they remained in contact over the years and continued to strengthen their […]
Intimate Pink and Gold Wedding in Orlando: Tyra + Terry
When Tyra befriended her now mother-in-law, she had no idea she would end up meeting the love of her life. “We worked together for about 2 years, during which time I had literally met every member of her family except for her only son! Finally he hosted a cookout, that I attended as her guest, […]
Intimate Jamaica Destination Wedding: Avivah + Jayson
For their destination wedding, Avivah and Jayson took to the very first country that they set out travel to while dating. Negril, Jamaica was the scene for a very intimate and romantic ceremony with dinner by candlelight set on the cliffs of Negril, overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The perfect way to celebrate their ten year […]
Royal for A Day Los Angeles Wedding: Monique + Jamal
When Jamal proposed to Monique, he picked a day after her birthday and after the holidays to do so, giving her absolutely zero signs of when she could expect the big moment. The happy couple was so excited to jump the broom and incorporate the beautiful song, “At Dawning” by Paul Robeson during their ceremony, […]
Magical Garden Party Vegas Wedding: Ieesha + Corey
Ieesha and Corey re-invented the idea of what a Vegas wedding can be by having an absolutely gorgeous ceremony at the ranch converted garden, The Grove Las Vegas. With a guest list from around the country and even across the pond, this adorable couple was more than up for the challenge of creating a wedding […]
Harlem Renaissance Inspired Wedding in Seattle: Candace + Sean
Sean, a Business Consultant brought Italy to Candace, a Clinical Researcher when he proposed on a romantic gondola ride. And with a love for history, jazz, and classic black literature, the couple decided to have a Harlem Renaissance themed wedding on September 13, 2014 in Seattle, Washington. Not known for its perfect weather, the sun […]
Jubilant Nigerian Wedding in Mesquite, Texas: Dara + Bisi
Dara, an adjunct professor and Bisi, a geologist met through match-making family members but didn’t meet until an entire year after their first phone call. After their first date in the summer of 2012, their friendship blossomed, and the two soon realized they were a match made in heaven! Wedding Date: March 8, 2014 Wedding […]
