CITY CHIC WEDDINGS
The one thing I do know to be true; every bride, regardless of her ethnic background, is beautiful in her own unique way.
Four or five years ago, I read an article addressing the lack of African American weddings represented in the wedding industry. Two years later this challenge still rings true! News flash; Black and Brown women fall in love! Just like every other race of people. Unfortunately, the bridal industry does not always reflect this fact. When I first entered into the industry, the one search that repeatedly came up short was images of real Black and Brown women getting married. Wedding magazines, bridal conventions, local wedding vendors, and wedding blogs are all wrapped tightly in an organza veil of whiteness. Pick up any mainstream bridal magazine and I can guarantee there will be maybe one or two Black brides—if any at all—and one of them will be a model.
There’s still things I’d like to learn about this industry, but the one thing I do know to be true; every bride, regardless of her ethnic background, is beautiful in her own unique way. From her personality to her unique features, that’s what sets her apart and makes her shine bright on her special day. No two brides looks exactly alike, but to a bride in planning seeing another bride’s wedding can inspire her and ultimately help her with planning, especially when she can truly see someone on those magazine covers, blogs, etc. that looks like her. Realistically, I know I can’t single handedly make the industry that I’m apart of have its own “woke” moment, but I can do my part to nudge it towards a better awareness of this issue. If by chance, you’re not aware or haven’t noticed the lack of diversity in the wedding industry, I hope this post also enhance your awareness and your own woke moment in the wedding industry.
Stay woke Butterflies!
Love, Edna
Photo love: BClassic Photography & Pexel Photography
From her personality to her unique features, that’s what sets her apart and makes her shine bright on her special day.
City brides are masters of the two Cs: comfort and cool but still fashionable.
Living in an urban environment can be great if you enjoy the hustle and bustle and love to be close to the action and new possibilities.
Aerial view of city buildings – our town.
Baltimore Inner Harbor – home of Kimpton Hotel Monaco
Shades of purple balloons dress up an elegant stone wall at this quaint little venue located on the city’s edge.
City skylines are stunning!
Neon I love you sign
You will never lie to her and will give your very heart and soul to her. If she is the one most beautiful girl in the world, she will take your secrets, your sorrows, your joys, your very heart and soul, and she will keep it safe and cherish it forever. She will always love you and you should always love her back!
When you follow your own rules of fashion a chic black and white dress easily fills in as a wedding dress.
Don’t assume that just because I live in the city…
What woman wouldn’t blush over her love looking dapper and dressed to the nine on her momentous day.
The city in all of its rawness and all of its beauty!
Black and Brown women also fall in love!
As an event planner, I think that the city has a diverse selection of venues to offer. Wedding outside of the Hyatt Regency, Baltimore.
The Embassy Suites Inner Harbor
My ride comes in many forms. Sometimes its the 508.
Rose gold earrings
A well tailored suit is to a women what lingerie is to men.
National Aquarium Reception Harbor View Room
City neighborhoods are as unique as they are as rich in history.
Woodberry Kitchen is absolutely delightful. The high rafters and rustic aesthetic create a very open and airy but warm and cozy atmosphere. The perfert space for an event.
