The theme for the First Monday in May was “The Garden Within: Reawakening Fashion” and the state of formalwear was definitely reawakened last night at the 2024 Met Gala. Inspired by “The Garden of Time”, a short story by JG Ballard from 1962, the theme sparked a great deal of groundbreaking florals for spring, a renewed sense of glamour and great looks. And with such an elegant theme, we saw so many bridal-worthy looks we knew brides everywhere would be inspired by to take into their wedding day fashion choices. So, we’ve gathered our top 2024 Met Gala trends for you to glean from, add to your ..read more

Chi Chi met Kismet at The Dime, a bar in Los Angeles, CA, on December 12, 2015. At that time, Chi Chi was living in LA as a travel nurse. Despite not feeling like going out, Chi Chi’s college girlfriend Camille convinced her to go with the promise of food afterwards. As soon as they entered the bar, Camille headed to the dance floor, leaving Chi Chi alone. Sitting at the bar, Chi Chi found herself beside Kismet. A conversation sparked between them, leading to an exchange of phone numbers and they ended the night dancing together. Originally planning to stay in LA for 3 months, Chi Chi stayed f ..read more

Photo Credit: TAJA Collection When it comes to finding the right bridal shower gift for the lovely bride-to-be in your life, it’s a chance to show her how much you care and support her during this exciting time in her life. Whether you’re looking for something thoughtful and practical or luxurious, the best bridal shower gifts are all about celebrating her unique style, personality, and upcoming journey into marriage. From elegant keepsakes to indulgent treats, the options are endless! In our search for the perfect gifts, we considered a range of options, from practical to sentimental and pers ..read more

Sade and Cedrick met through social media in 2018, after Cedrick direct messaged Sade with eye emojis on Instagram! After messaging back and forth for a few weeks, they met for lunch at the Cheesecake Factory. At the time, they had both just moved to the same part of Dallas. Sade and Cedrick remained good friends until making it official in 2020. The couple have grown together since then, including welcoming their baby boy, Cedrick III, in June 2021 and making a move to Miami, FL for Cedrick’s NFL career. Get inspired by their stunning engagement session, which was captured by PD Photography a ..read more

Photo Credit: Amanyara In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the way bachelorette parties are being celebrated. A growing trend towards wellness-centered gatherings has emerged, where brides-to-be and their closest friends prioritize self-care, relaxation, and holistic experiences over traditional party antics. This movement towards mindful bachelorette celebrations reflects a deeper desire for balance, rejuvenation, and meaningful connections during this special pre-wedding time. Explore the world of wellness-centered bachelorette parties and discover how to create a memorable ..read more

Our Spring Wedding Dress: Hanifa Look 28 This bridal gown by Hanifa screams all things Black Bride. From its modern silhouette to its classic billowing skirt, this dress represents for both older and newer brides. And its simplicity allows for you to dress it up or down as you see fit. Click here to shop. Image by Hanifa. Our Spring Wedding Guest Dress: Diane von Furstenberg “Elizabeth” Dress Spring dresses are a wardrobe must-have and this dress by DVF has all the major keys; flow, cut and print. Click here to shop. Image by DVF. Our Spring Accessory: FLUFFY SENSE Cowboy Hat In alignme ..read more

Almost 15 years ago, Latrice and Herbert were both guests at the same wedding. Her good friend from high school married her college sweetheart, who just happened to be related to Herbert’s sister-in-law. But, as fate would have it, Latrice and Herbert didn’t meet that day. They were just in the same place, at the same time. Divine timing would eventually bring them back to Decatur, GA though. Then, in May 2021 the two randomly met online, and after a period of sporadic texts and phone tag they finally arranged a date. As they say, the rest is history! Get inspired by the gorgeous details of t ..read more

Jasmine and Johnny first met in 1999 when they were just 14 years old at a Jack and Jill party. After high school, life’s twists took them to different colleges and they lost touch. Johnny found Jasmine on a dating app years later and the two reconnected. Jasmine shares more about their love story: “Despite the challenges of living in different cities, we could not deny what we had. Fast forward to 2018, Johnny moved back to Los Angeles on a mission to win me back. The pandemic in 2020 gave us unexpected time together, and that is when we realized that we never wanted to be apart again.” Their ..read more

Photo Credit: Cedar + Pine In celebration of Earth month, we are excited to shine a spotlight on bridal brands that are leading the way in sustainable design. From wedding gown designers to invitations, the following brands make true on their promise to promote sustainable living by limiting waste in production in addition to using recycled materials. Join us in applauding these trailblazing brands as they redefine bridal fashion with a conscious twist. Nadia Manjarez EMY Dress with Trumpet Skirt EMY Cocktail Dress Valeria Bustier + Ball Skirt Photo Credit: Nadia Manjarrez Nadia Man ..read more

Even though Kinyon and Tamika were both born and raised in Kansas City, they did not meet  until 2022 in Panama City Beach, Florida! Tamika shares more about the beginnings of their love story: “I was on vacation and he was there for work; a mutual acquaintance informed me that he was staying at the same hotel, and I thought it would be nice to connect with someone from my city while I was in town.  I was given Kinyon’s social media handle and I sent him a message, not knowing if/when he would see it.  He responded pretty quickly, and we agreed to meet at the hotel bar that even ..read more