Romantic Glam Wedding in Washington DC

Featuring a pink and ivory color scheme with accents of gold and luxurious details, Kennisha and Shakir’s wedding was equal parts romantic and glamorous!

One night Shakir and Kennisha were attending the same party when their eyes met from across the room. Shakir was instantly enamored and asked a mutual friend about Kennisha, who introduced them. Two months later they went on their first date and shortly after went on a second and a third.

Shakir planned a sweet and romantic proposal during a vacation in Montego Bay. He surprised Kannisha by leading her to the beach on their way to dinner, at sunset. As they walked out towards the ocean Kannisha was met by close family and friends as Shakir professed his love and asked her to marry him.

For their wedding, Kannisha and Shakir had a luxurious and romantic celebration. Many priceless memories were made as they celebrated their love and danced the night away with family and friends.

Learn more about their romantic love story and see the beautiful details below!

Couple: Kennisha & Shakir
Occupations: District of Columbia Government, Mayor’s Office | Federal Government, Department of Education
Wedding date: August 7, 2021
Wedding location: Intercontinental Hotel- Washington, DC Wharf location

Quick Facts

Groomsmen: Custom bowties
Bridesmaids: Gold personalized initial knot bracelets, homemade body butter, bridesmaid robes, candles, earrings, and the Matron of Honors received Initial diamond necklaces
Gifts for one another: Kennisha got Shakir- Ferragamo cufflinks | Shakir got Kennisha- August birthstone necklace
Ceremony entrance song: After All is Said and Done- Beyonce, Marc Nelson
Reception Entrance: I’ll Be There for You/You’re All I Need- Method Man, Mary J. Blige
First dance song: For You- Kenny Lattimore

How did you meet?

On 11/11/19, Kennisha and Shakir would lock eyes for the first time at a birthday party they were both attending. As Shakir watched Kennisha perform and maneuver through the party, he noticed a glow surrounding her that led him to ask a mutual friend about Kennisha. Once the message was relayed, they met. Although they had a great conversation, they wouldn’t get to go on their first date until two months later.

When they finally did on 1/13/2020, the flame was lit and their love story began instantly. They went on their second date five days later and haven’t separated since. By week three, Shakir and Kennisha were introducing one another to members of one another’s families, going to church together, meeting each other’s friends, all while falling deeper in love by the moment. On 2/14/2020 Shakir asked Kennisha to be his girlfriend and then soon after, the pandemic hit. Now, at such a critical time in the world, some people would be expected to fall apart but Kennisha and Shakir bonded together in communication, trust, love, and most importantly God.

Tell us about the proposal

On New Years Day 2021 in Montego Bay, Jamaica the couple was vacationing on a Friendy Moon celebrating the marriage of the couple who introduced them. As Shakir and Kennisha walked to dinner one night, he grabbed her hand and began speaking to her about how much he loved her. Shakir led her to the beach where they were met with the most beautiful sunset, eleven friends and family members, and a trail of rose petals overlooking the beach. As soon as Kennisha saw her now mother-in-law, the tears began to flow and she fell into Shakir’s arms. Shakir took Kennisha onto the stage where he professed his God-centered intentional love for her and asked her to be his wife!

Wedding Style

Shakir wore a custom tux with personalized details and gold accents. Kennisha wore a glamorous princess ball gown with lots of glitz and sparkles. The wedding dress shopping process was amazing! Kennisha tried on almost twenty dresses and ended up purchasing the first dress she tried on.

Culture

Shakir is originally from Kingston, Jamaica so the DJ was Jamaican and we had island tunes sprinkled throughout the evening.

What was you best memory from your wedding?

The surprise dance that Kennisha performed for Shakir during the wedding reception was a wonderful moment, view it here!

What is the best wedding advice you can give to engaged couples?

Enjoy the engagement season and take time to reflect on yourself while you two are growing into becoming one. Pray together every day and keep God first and at the center of your love, everything else will sort itself out.