Tamara and Javonte have know each other since elementary school! They were classmates in the 4th grade and kept in touch over social media until they eventually started dating in high school. Their relationship grew stronger each year, even surviving the ups and downs of grad school and military training. Taking their time paid off. […]
Cindy and Glenn’s Stunning Traditional Nigerian Wedding
Cindy and Glenn first met in Houston on the fashion runway of the African Pharmacy Student Association’s annual gala party. Randomly paired together, they danced their way down the runway in the latest Nigerian attire with so much natural energy that everyone assumed they at least knew each other, if not already a couple. Later […]
Moody Modern Wedding at Koury Farms in Auburn, Georgia
This wedding at Koury Farms in Georgia is perfect for the edgy boho bride with white flowers, greenery, and elevated gold accents.
Destination Wedding Celebration in the Riviera Maya
A’ngelique and Michael’s multi-day destination wedding celebration in the Riviera Maya in Mexico incorporated Eritrean and American wedding customs and traditions! Featured in Print Issue No. 26.
High School Sweethearts: Charming Classic Wedding in Connecticut
High School sweethearts, Ashley and Joshua, first met during a free-period in the cafeteria while sitting among mutual friends. As time went by they began to strike up conversations on their own, slowly getting to know each other, in their words, “our free periods turned to hanging out on the weekends with friends, to driving […]
Vibrant Pink Wedding in Mobile, AL: Cherise + Jacob
z It was Cherise’s freshman year and Jacob’s senior year when the two first met in their Mobile, AL high school. “I always say that the big man on campus didn’t pay attention to the little freshman in the hallways,” Cherise shares. But their class difference didn’t stop them from getting acquainted. They’d both relocated […]
Maisha and Jason’s Sleek Urban Garden Wedding in North Carolina
Following Thanksgiving of 2014, Maisha’s friend had been encouraging her to meet this guy she thought Maisha might connect with. Initially on the fence, Maisha finally agreed to go out as group to meet Jason. After everyone was introduced Maisha and Jason began a casual conversation and very quickly hit it off. So much so […]
The Great Gatsby Inspired Wedding in Chesapeake Bay: Joy + Troy
Joy King says taking the vows was her favorite wedding moment. “I will never forget how seriously Troy said his vows – looking me directly in my eyes and squeezing my hands as he said the words. It was such an honest and emotional moment and so subtle, so I’m not sure how many people […]
Elegant Four Seasons Wedding in Atlanta: Lindsey + Justin
It was New Year’s Eve of 2008 when Lindsey met the man that would become her husband. They’d been attending the same party in Charlotte, NC when Justin approached her saying “I was hoping you didn’t catch me staring at you.” Lindsey, a hopeful romantic, fell for his smooth operation and proceeded to give him […]
A Glamorous Red and White Beach Wedding in Florida
Pure serenity and beauty surrounded Hakemia and Bradford Jackson during their enchanting beach nuptials in Florida. The gorgeous sand dunes and the soft lull of the ocean severed as the romantic backdrop for their ceremony. Bradford, dapper in his all white tuxedo, couldn’t help but cry when he saw Hakemia looking like a vision of perfection in […]
Masquerade Themed Chicago Wedding: Heaven + Michael
Since we’re on a masquerade roll today, it’s only appropriate to share with you one of the spectacular weddings featured in the FW14 issue on stands now. The bride, Heaven Daniels, was a music minor in college so she wanted a Chicago wedding themed after her favorite opera, “The Phantom of the Opera.” Her wedding […]
Monique & Rory’s Lucky Strike: From The Bowling Alley To The Wedding Aisle
Monique and Rory’s formal wedding at the Chateau Bu-Sche was a heartfelt ceremony that lovingly blended two families into one. It sounds cliche, but truly live in, savor, and enjoy each moment of the process and of the day. It really, truly does go by SO FAST! We found ourselves saying that we wanted to […]