- Quick Facts:
- How did you meet?
- From "friend-zone" to forever...
- Tell us about the proposal
- Did you incorporate any culture into your wedding? If yes, tell us more.
- What is your best memory from your wedding?
- Officially Mr. & Mrs...
- The details...
- The cake...
- On the dance floor...
- What is the best wedding advice you can give to engaged couples?
- Looking for more Oscars themed wedding inspiration?
- Vendors:
Dominique & Xavier Wiggins wed in a fabulous “A Night at the Oscars” themed wedding in downtown Memphis with black tie attire and gold decor.
Fellas, if you were ever hesitant about sliding in her inbox, don’t be— she might be your wife!”
– Xavier (The Groom)
In 2013, after Dominique made a Facebook post about her love for men with beards, Xavier took that as his opportunity to shoot his shot. He messaged her, they DM’d back and forth, and eventually exchanged numbers. The two officially met on the red carpet at the 2013 COGIC Holy Convocation and hit it off. So well, in fact, that Dominique actually friend-zoned Xavier and ghosted him. But this didn’t deter him. Xavier admits, “Without a doubt, I knew Dominique Moore would be my wife.”
They remained friends and by 2017, the pair started talking every day. They actually became BEST friends, which they both value and believe is paramount in a successful relationship. In 2019, Xavier officially asked Dominique to be his girlfriend and of course, she said yes! In November 2020, he proposed on the rooftop of the Exchange Building in Memphis, TN.
Ultimately, while their journey to the aisle has not always been perfect or easy, they describe their Faith-driven relationship as a “Redefining Love.” Their luxurious nuptials at the Halloran Centre at the Orpheum of Memphis, Tennessee, paid tribute to their love story as a “Night at the Oscars” themed wedding with all black, black tie attire, and decor featuring pops of black, gold, white, emerald green, and hints of rose gold. Other highlights include a sweet first look, a snow machine for a subtle wonderland theme, and a horse and carriage exit!
More sweet details from their black tie Oscars-themed wedding below.
- Couple: G. Xavier Wiggins II & Dominique C. Wiggins
- Occupations: Xavier is a Marriott hotel general manager and Dominique is a content creator/brand manager and a medical school student
Quick Facts:
- Date of Wedding: February 12, 2022
- Location: Halloran Centre at the Orpheum Theatre (Memphis, TN)
- Wedding Party: Included a matron of honor, a maid of honor, 4 bridesmaids, 2 best men, 5 groomsmen, 2 flower girls, their mothers and fathers, and the couple’s dog as the ring bearer.
- Bridesmaids’ gifts: Bridesmaids were gifted a robe, earrings, bracelet, and custom wine glasses.
- Gifts for one another: Dominique gifted Xavier an iPad pro and Xavier gifted Dominique a Boy Chanel Handbag.
- Ceremony entrance song: The groom sang to his bride as she walked down the aisle.
- Officiant: The groom’s father officiated the wedding.
- Wedding colors: Black, gold, white, emerald green, with hints of rose gold
- Extra details: A Live Wedding Painter painted a portrait of the bride and groom. They had a 360 photo booth, a regular photo booth, 2 photographers, and a videographer.
How did you meet?
Our story is a classic story of the power of social media! In early 2013, Dominique made a Facebook post about her love for men with beards and Xavier took that as the perfect opportunity to make his move.
He sent her a message, they chatted for a while, and soon after exchanged phone numbers. In November of 2013, Dominique and Xavier met for the first time on the red carpet at the 2013 COGIC Holy Convocation. Once they officially met on the red carpet they instantly became friends!
From “friend-zone” to forever…
So much so, that Dominique friend-zoned him and got into another relationship and “ghosted” him all together. However, Xavier remained persistent and didn’t give up, because he knew without question, that Dominique Moore was his wife.
They continued their friendship and grew closer together. In 2017, they started talking every day- they became best friends and believed any good and successful relationship had to be built on friendship. By 2019, Xavier officially asked Dominique to be his girlfriend and she said yes
Dominique and Xavier have defined their journey as a “Redefining Love.” It has not always been perfect or easy, but they remembered to keep God first and remember that this is His doing! They have taken time to grow and learn and use each day to be better than the day before. Welcome to OUR redefining love. “
Tell us about the proposal
In the midst of the pandemic, Xavier uprooted his life and relocated to Memphis, TN where Dominique currently lived, and in November of 2020, he proposed.
With the help of their families and friends, he was able to curate the most romantic and memorable proposal that neither of them would forget. The proposal happened on November 25, 2020 on the rooftop of the Exchange Building in Memphis, TN with the Mississippi bridge overlooking the unforgettable moment. And of course, Dominique said yes!
Did you incorporate any culture into your wedding? If yes, tell us more.
We incorporated ‘jumping the broom’ and the broom used was made by the groom’s grandmother.
What is your best memory from your wedding?
The best memory for the bride was when she walked into the ceremony and her husband was singing as she walked down the aisle.
Officially Mr. & Mrs…
The bride wore three different dresses during the duration of the wedding and reception, two of which were custom gowns. The Groom’s wedding and reception attire was also custom.
The details…
The cake…
On the dance floor…
As a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc, my sorority sisters serenaded me during the reception, which was followed by strolling, which was my husband’s first time seeing me stroll.
What is the best wedding advice you can give to engaged couples?
Enjoy each moment and take it all in. Get a wedding planner as soon as possible, it will make the journey so much smoother. Create your own path– do what works best for you and your partner. And Keep God first.
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Vendors:
- Wedding Planner and Coordinator: Southern Sparkle Weddings
- Design, Decor, & Florals: Olivia Ward Events
- Bride’s Gown: Gege Gilzene
- Bridal Robe: Bridal Robes by Ms. Asoebi
- Bride’s Hair: Weavie Wonder
- Brides’s MUA: Des The Makeup Artist
- Bride’s Hair Accessories: Low’s Bridal & Formal
- Bridesmaids Dresses: LaLaMira
- Bridesmaids MUA: MakeupTherapy
- Bridesmaids Hair: Candy Strandz
- Flower Girl Dresses: LaLaMira
- Grooms Tux: Harrell’s Menswear
- Groomsmen Tuxedos: American Tuxedo
- Bride & Groom Reception Attire: Gege Gilzene
- Barber: Remixed by Trey
- Wedding signs, Stationery, & Rentals: Do Write By Me
- Photographer: Camille Leigh
- Second Shooter: Photos by Be
- Videographer: JoshCun Diliyok
- 360 & Digital Photobooth: L3 PhotoBooth Company
- DJ: ParadiseProDjs
- Venue: Orpheum Memphis
- Baker: Cakes by Carolyn
- Caterer: Buttered Catering
- Wedding Day Pet Services: Wagnolia Bells
- Crocs Bling: Bling By Alexis
- Broom: Ethel Wiggins
- Bride & Groom Airbnb: Pettigrew Adventures
