Today we are featuring lovely wedding gowns from the Nigerian Bridal Label Love, Tims. Love, Tims is an affordable but beautiful bridal line under the wedding solutions company I Do Weddings. Designer Timi Ejiwunmi created the bridal label after feeling that there was not enough variety of options in Lagos in terms of wedding dresses. The Love, Tims […]
Natural Outdoor Engagement Session in San Francisco: Bola + Tom
Bola and Tom met during a mutual client happy hour in San Francisco. Bola was new to the city and found herself tickled by his over-the-top stories of his “Coconut Tom” lifestyle (one that consisted of ample amounts of Rosé and tanning) coupled with his boisterous and affectionate personality. But to Tom “the entertainer’s” surprise, […]
Temidayo & Adebola’s Lavish Outdoor Wedding in Simi Valley, CA
Temi and Addie met as teenagers in 2007. They exchanged numbers, but nothing came of it. However, when they met again in 2011 at a friend’s 21st birthday party, there was an instant connection. After dating for several years, Addie proposed to Temi during a vacation on the island of Mauritius. Temi recalls, “one night […]
Sentimental Outdoor Engagement Session in Meridian Hill Park: Danielle + Adam
If you believe in speaking things into existence, this story is for you. It was Easter Sunday in 2013 when Danielle was talking to her friend about finding love. ‘I recall saying to her, “I think my next boyfriend will be future husband. And I have a feeling I already know him. We may have […]
Chic Outdoor Wedding with Purple Accents by Kelly Lane Photography: Kaleah and Courtney
Kaleah is a teacher, so it was fitting that her proposal took place in a space that means so much to her: a classroom. It was Valentine’s Day and Kaleah was expecting a gift. Instead her future husband, Courtney, showed up to her school and played a Power Point presentation containing pictures of them from […]
Intimate Outdoor Elopement in Portland, OR: Alicia + James
Alicia and James were together for 11 years and engaged for the last two years before finally tying the knot. New York transplants in the largely Caucasian populated state of Oregon, the pair jokingly refer to their relationship as an anomaly. They rarely see or meet other dark-skinned African American couples and are the only […]
12 Creative Flower Ideas For Weddings
When you think of flowers for a wedding, what’s the first thing you think of? The centerpieces or the bouquet, right? Exactly! There are some amazing floral arrangements for centerpieces and bridal bouquets but then there are some creative floral arrangements that you may not have even considered. From wedding aisles, to canopies, arches and […]
Stylish Outdoor Engagement Session in Florida
Alexis and Kevin’s love story began in Daytona Beach, Florida, during an annual college fraternity festival. With both of them needing a break from the party, they just so happened to sit down next to each other in a moment that seemed guided by fate. Striking up a conversation they immediately hit it off and […]
Saint Louis Outdoor E-Session by Pinxit Photography: Kalila and Keith
Kalila and Keith met at a nightclub and they have been “stepping in the name of love” ever since. When Keith knew he wanted Kalila to be his for the rest of their lives, he decided to propose to her on Valentine’s Day over a romantic dinner. Their photographer, the talented Raquita Henderson of Pinxit Photography, did […]
Atlanta Outdoor Vow Renewal by Angel Wings Photography: Natischa and Donnell
Natischa and Donnell originally married in 2001 during the NBA basketball season, so they were unable to have an actual wedding. To celebrate the strength and longevity of their love, this stunning couple had a luxurious vow renewal ceremony this summer at the breathtaking Chateau Élan in Georgia. Their ceremony was a family affair, which […]
Roxanne Bellamy Talks Destination Weddings In Miami!
While most of us have spent our four-day weekends reveling in relaxation, many brides-to-be have likely spent their free time brainstorming locations and ideas for their forthcoming “I-do’s”! So we figured we’d give you girls a little help with the launch of this destination wedding blog series, contributed by event designer and planner, Roxanne Bellamy! Throughout this […]
This Las Vegas Garden Wedding at Caesar’s Palace Featured Truly Spectacular Views
The Venus Garden at Caesar’s Palace took center stage for this gorgeous outdoor Las Vegas wedding between Rosalyn and Stephanie.
