Elegant Stylish Wedding at the Hotel Monaco l in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Marliana & Andre | May 13, 2017

Brides Full Name Marlaina Gray
Grooms Full Name Andre Peters


CAST & CREW

Wedding Planner & Event Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Photography :Mecca Gamble Photography
Film:Yamean Studios
Dj: One Sound and Entertainment
Venue: Kimpton Hotel Monaco
Brides Make-up: Make Up By Bo
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Stationery: Loree Mayer Designs
Rentals: All Occasions Party Rental
Linens: Mosaic
Cake Design: Oakmont Bakery
Transportation: A Tortortice Limousine
Lighting: Hotel Monaco
Hair: Mark Anthony’s
Photo Booth: Snapsy

Romantic Luxe Wedding at the Omni William Penn in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Shirley & Edgar | January 01, 2017

Brides Full Name Shirley Nicole Burrage
Grooms Full Name Edgar Geraude Jackson, Jr.

Tell us how you met and all about the proposal.
We met at Church through a mutual friend. At first Edgar really didn’t like me but after awhile he became smitten with me. He became my secret admirer, sending me text messages telling me how beautiful I was or telling me how well I sang that particular sunday. Then he finally told me who he was and the rest is history. I had emergency surgery and was resting in the hospital when he placed the ring on my finger and my mom made me realize what he did. Then he stood up and gave me his speech and asked me to be his wife. I said Yes!

WEDDING DETAILS
Wedding Style: Describe your wedding dress. What was wedding shopping like for you?
During my recovery period Bj, Jeremy and I went to a couple of wedding stores throughout the area but David’s Bridal ended up being the best fit for me. I tried on so many gowns but the two I ended up with was a Grey Shaffon Vera Wang Ballgown and a Satin Strapless Pleated A-line Gown for the ceremony.

Culture: Did you incorporate any culture into your wedding? If yes, tell us more.
We didn’t incorporate any culture but we did have a memorial section during the reception for the grooms mother and grandmother who passed away before the wedding.

Memories: What is your best memory from your wedding?
For the Groom the beautiful Ballerinas gracefully dancing as he anticipated the entrance of the Bride. For the Bride the moment I locked eyes with the Groom as I came down the aisle towards him.

Advice: What is the best wedding advice you can give to engaged couples?
Research your vendors and have a clear understanding of what you want and what they offer. Make sure your contract reflects your desires and everyone is on the same page when it’s signed and deposits are made. Have a budget and stick to it.

QUICK FACTS
Bridesmaids/Groomsmen gifts:
Didn’t have a wedding party; We gifted Jeremy with a Movado Watch and Sandlewood Bond 9 cologne.

Favorite item on the menu:
The risotto was absolutely delicious! The bride loved her steak!

First dance song:
Tyrese featuring Brandy Rest of Our Lives


CAST & CREW

Wedding Planner: DeVaughnCharles Premier Events
Brides Dresses : David’s Bridal Vera Wang
Brides Shoes: David’s Bridal
Brides Jewelry : Khiry Patterson Custom Design: Henne ‘ Jeweler
Brides Make-up: Beauty By Hargrove
Brides Hair Stylist: Elliott Simpson NY
Brides Hair Provided by Tru Premium
Florist: Alex’s East End Floral Shoppe
Cake: Frosted Envy
All Stationary : Creative Concepts by Tamu
Photography : Wedding Pix by Rando
Videography: Yamen Studio
Event designer: Phoinix Events
Grooms tux: Larry Chucco custom Design
Groom shoes: Louboutins
Grooms Jewelry : Movado
Grooms Hair : Alexis Murphy
Grooms Barber: Cultural Eliteso
Lightning : Pittsburgh Dj Company
Music provided by: Vivid Music Group
Dj: Greg Marshall
Photo Booth: Shutterbooth
Linen: Table Talk
Ice Sculpture : Ice Creations
Vintage Alley Rentals
All salon services by Ambiance Hair and Nail Gallery
Ballerinas: Hill Dance Theater Academy

Luxurious Fairy Tale Wedding at the Fairmont Hotel in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Katie & Tony | September 24, 2016

Brides Full Name Katie Ann Visco
Grooms Full Name Tony Michael Visco

Tell us how you met and all about the proposal.
Tony and I have known each other since at least 7th grade. We started dating in High School (2005 my freshman year, tony’s sophomore year) after having Biology together. In college, probably like 2009 or 2010 we planned when we wanted to get married (10 years after we started dating, but in September so September 2016) and engaged (1.5 years before wedding date so by March of 2015) on a post-it note. The fall of 2014 rolled around, finally found a ring I liked, Tony asked my parents in October, then Tony proposed in my apartment on Saturday, December 6th.


WEDDING DETAILS
Wedding Style: Describe your wedding dress. What was wedding shopping like for you?
Stressful

Shopping for my wedding dress was truly a memory that I will never forget. I went to Bridal Reflections in Long Island, NY and it was such a beautiful experience. Their service was also impeccable! During each visit, my mother in law and my sister were there for support, and they truly made me feel like a Queen. My bridal attendant (Nicole) was also the sweetest woman ever! She treated the selection process with so much support and also as if it was for her. It was a dream come true!

Culture: Did you incorporate any culture into your wedding? If yes, tell us more.
We got married in a church because my mom said I had to be married in the catholic church. We had a cookie table and a Pittsburgh-themed rehearsal dinner because we are yinzers and proud to have grown up here.

Memories: What is your best memory from your wedding?
Having everyone together.

Advice: What is the best wedding advice you can give to engaged couples?
Actually attend a traditional wedding before having your own. It would have been really helpful. Make sure you have time to breathe and that your vendors understand your social/emotional needs and personality.

QUICK FACTS
Bridesmaids/Groomsmen Gifts:
Bridesmaids – Jewelry for the day, custom printed sweatshirts and leggings, personalized water bottles, personalized duffle bags
Groomsmen – personalized cufflinks, socks, custom printed t-shirts, personalized water bottles, personalized duffle bags

Favorite item on the menu:
Baskin Robbin’s ice cream bar

First dance song:
Wonderwall-Oasis

Photos by Michael Will Photography

CAST & CREW

Event Planner: Shayla Hawkins Events
Photographer- Michael Will Photography
Cinematographer- Yamean Studios Films
Florist- Mocha Rose
Rentals- All Occasions
Cake- Fairmont Pittsburgh
Stationary- Loree Mayer
Ceremony- St. Mary of the Mount
Reception- Fairmont Pittsburgh
Wedding Dress- Hayley Paige
Wedding Dress Shop- Amanda’s Hyde Park Bridal
Wedding shoes- Betsey Johnson
Bridesmaid Dresses- Hayley Paige Occasions
Bridesmaid Dress shop- Bridal Beginning
Bridesmaid jewelry and shoes- Betsey Johnson
Grooms custom tux- Samuel Baron Clothiers
cufflinks- Things Remembered
Groomsmen tux’s- Men’s Warehouse
Mother of Bride dress- Monique Lhuillier
Hair/makeup- Beauty Justified

Elegant Chic Wedding at J Verno Studios in Pittsburgh, PA | Shardae & William | August 6, 2016

Elegant Chic Wedding at J Verno Studios in Pittsburgh, PA | Shardae & William | Best Pittsburgh Wedding Videographer | Luxury Wedding | Destination Wedding

Brides Full Name Shardae Hughes-Johnson
Grooms Full Name William Johnson

Tell us how you met and all about the proposal.
Met: We met during sophomore year at Hampton University and quickly became friends.

Proposal: Will got a surprise photographer during our trip to Paris. On a brisk morning, we went to the Trocadero with has an iconic view of the Eiffel Tower in the background. Will proposed to me, and the surprise photographer captured the whole thing.

 

WEDDING DETAILS
Wedding Style: Describe your wedding dress. What was wedding shopping like for you?
Wedding dress was beautiful, unique, and versatile.

Shopping for the wedding dress was an exciting experience. I visited 6 stores in person, and spent many more hours gaining inspiration from online sources. I included close friends in this experience, but still wanted it to be a surprise.

Culture: Did you incorporate any culture into your wedding? If yes, tell us more.
Not really, just jumping the broom and the sand ceremony

Memories: What is your best memory from your wedding?
Bride – Reading our vows to one another
Groom – Entering the room for our reception

Advice: What is the best wedding advice you can give to engaged couples?
Enjoy the moment and take it all in. Don’t sweat the small stuff.

QUICK FACTS
Bridesmaids/Groomsmen gifts:
Bridesmaids – Personalized toiletry bags and jewelry.
Groomsmen – Canvas duffel bag with their initial engraved on it.

Favorite item on the menu:
Vineyard roasted chicken and apple cider braised beef short ribs, and the signature drink which represented our alma mater where we met.

First dance song:
Michael Jackson – The Lady in My Life


CAST & CREW

Photography: Maura Ellen Photography
Videography: Yamean Studios Films
Day of Coordination: Big Day Little Details
Florist: Blue Daisy Floral
Cake: Bella Christie and Lil’ Z’s Sweet Boutique
Entertainment:
Tee Jay Vision
Band: Bridge Band
Photo Booth: Lux Photobooth
Makeup: Makeup By Bo
Ceremony & Reception location: J. Verno Studios