AFRICAN-AMERICAN BRIDES

Original post by charlotte227

Jan 05, 2004 03:43 PM

Not being a racist....but where are the hairstylists and make-up artists that cater to Black women? Did anyone on these boards have any luck as of yet or nformation?

NYCHICK Posted: Mar 23, 2004 09:54 PM

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Posted by charlotte227

NYCHICK I keep responding because I started this posting, remember....if your done then don't respond back, you're welcome to post elsewhere also, thanks.

getting sucked in, and have the itch to respond(damn my amazonian nature) so charlotte and I suppose that makes you the gatekeeper The last time i checked I was African American Or do I need to apply through you for the privelege of posting on this thread...........and thanks for the invitation to post elsewhere, I guess I should be telling you thank you now that you have told me it ok.

charlotte227 Posted: Mar 23, 2004 10:01 PM

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some heads are like a brickwall, thick whatever

NYCHICK Posted: Mar 23, 2004 10:09 PM

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Posted by charlotte227

some heads are like a brickwall, thick whatever

I heard that! Amen!

charlotte227 Posted: Mar 23, 2004 10:12 PM

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PLANNING UPDATE:

Ladies what have you done and/or what needs to be done..........

Mrs.Miller2b Posted: May 11, 2004 08:56 AM

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Hey Ladies,
How is the planning going? I am in the process of getting my ceremony music together. Any ideas????? Please help, so far

here are my ideas:
Bridal Party: Wedding Song-Kenny G
Bride: Here and Now-Luther V
Unity Candle: Finally I-Daryl Coley
Recessional: ?????
1st Dance-Without You-Alicia Keys
Bride/Dad: Wind beneath my wings-bette m
Groom/Mom: I'll always love my momma
Bouquet Toss: Hot in here-Nelly
Garter Toss: who let the dogs out?????
Cake Cutting:????
Last Dance - For the love of you-Isley Bros.

What about you guys?????

Mrs.Miller2b Posted: May 11, 2004 09:42 AM

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come on ladies, help me out....

Ericia Posted: May 11, 2004 10:42 AM

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Hello Mrs.Miller2b,

I like your ideas. I was wondering if were having your ceremony in a church. if you are, then that may change a few of the songs for you, depending on how conservative your church is.

I, too, am having difficulty with the music.

Let's see, i haven't been able to think too much about it, but below are a few ideas that I am considering.

1st dance - Lover's rock by Shade (this song was the first song we danced to while courting.

father/daughter - 'In my Daugher's eyes' by Martina McBride. The words are really beautiful to this son.

Last dance - 'I've had the time of my life'. Bill Medley and Jennifer Warren this was the last dance song to 'dirty dancing.'

Greeting guests - 'What a wonderful world' by Louie Armstrong.

Gater / bo-k toss - we're wondering if we should just have an anniversary dance. If he do decided to do a toss. For the garter, we were thinking, 'who let the dogs out.' or 'nothing but the dong in me.'

Bo-K toss - hmm, I am thinking about 'girls just want to have fun.' by Cindy Lopper or 'this is ladies night'. But then again, i am still tossing around the song idea.

Lighting of the Unity candle - I am thinking of 'Ave Maria' or we may have someone sing something.

Initial bride/groom introduction into the reception - We are thinking either 'Cherish the Day.' by Sade or the 'Rocky' theme song.

Cutting of the cake - 'If you say my eyes are beautiful...' I believe this is sang by Jermaine Jackson and Whitney Houston or 'Spend my life with you', by Tamia and Eric Bene.

okay, this is all I have for now. We really need good ceremoy music, like when the guess arrive, the bridal party, etc. Considering we are having our ceremony in a church, we have to be a bit careful in our choices. But as for the party, i think we are just about covered.

Good luck

Mrs.Miller2b Posted: May 11, 2004 11:08 AM

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Hi! No i am having my ceremony outdoors which is why I don't think I need that many songs. I too am trying to be very careful in the songs i pick. I want a really good bride's entrance song to really get the guests teary eyed and i thought the beginning of luther would be the one. i wish i had a soloist but i will keep my fingers crossed. i appreciate any ideas!!!

Ericia Posted: May 11, 2004 04:08 PM

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Mrs. Miller 2b - Here are a few songs I would have liked to come into, perhaps one of these may be of use to you.

'When I fall in love... it will be forever....' this is sung by Natalie Cole. I thought this was a beautiful song

'I believe in you and me.' by Whitney Houston.

'Spend my life with you' by Eric Bene and Tamia - this is another beautiful song.

'Climbing the stairway to heaven.' by the OJs (if you really listen to the words... it's about starting your life together in what world you would consider heaven; this is a really nice song.

If I think of anything else, I'll keep you in mind.

All the best!

LADYLUV69 Posted: May 11, 2004 06:13 PM

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SOOOO Glad to see this thread back!!!!!

BMs are marching in to ....WE MUST BE IN LOVE by Pure Soul.
My FH is escorting his Mom down the aisle to ? (undecided by him)
GMs .........???? (FH's job)
FGs & RBs .....????
I'm marching down to ...WILL YOU BE MINE by Ruff Endz (FH requested this particular song) lovely song (so glad he has an input)

BP entrance song at recep ..THIS WILL BE A EVERLASTING LOVE- Natalie Cole
1st Dance..... WITHOUT YOU- Alicia Keys
Groom/FMIL..... YOU BRING ME UP- Josh G?
Cake cutting song.... DON'T CHANGE by Musiq Soul child
Tossing of GarterG..???
bok TOSS..?????
LAST DANCE.....WHO KNOWS- Musiq Soulchild

charlotte227 Posted: May 12, 2004 02:36 PM

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Thought we Ladies fell off, some of our weddings are coming up real soon...

charlotte227 Posted: May 12, 2004 02:37 PM

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Mrs. Miller 2B

I'll send you my list....I'm still working on it but I have most of my music I want to hear for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, etc....welcome

orelwa Posted: May 12, 2004 02:40 PM

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Hi AA brides!!!
I'm new to the board, great to meet you all :)
Congrats to those with weddings coming up soon. May it be the picture-perfect day for you

What are the best vendors you have all found for wedding day hair, makeup, and entertainment (bands, dj, etc)?

Thanks!!!

Ericia Posted: May 12, 2004 02:53 PM

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Welcome Orelwa!

There are so many vendors to choose from. If you would like to see which vendors I have chosen, feel free click on my name, right above my picture in my avatar space. There you will see the vendors I have chosen.

Best of luck!

- Ericia

gtbride04 Posted: May 12, 2004 03:39 PM

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Welcome! If you read some of the earlier posts on this board you will see a lot of suggestions for practically everything! Good luck and congratulations!

Mrs.B Posted: May 12, 2004 05:04 PM

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I agree it is great alot of pressure but more good than bad.. hopefully it stays that way

Mrs.B Posted: May 12, 2004 05:17 PM

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I luv you bring me up and was going to suggest that song to my FH... but is that song not refferig to someone that passed away.

AUG21-04 Posted: May 12, 2004 05:36 PM

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Hi Orelwa, I am using my own personal hairdresser and a friend that does makeup on the side. I am using Jack and Rose for my flowers. Some of the ladies are using, Burtons, LA Blossoms,Pedestals and a few others. They all have websites. GOOD LUCK

AUG21-04 Posted: May 12, 2004 05:56 PM

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You raise me up can be used for both. It is basically for anyone that did just that. and that you feel is that important to you. I am using it for my dance with my grandfather. I am having the DJ dedicate it to my grandmother that passed away like 2 years ago.

Mrs.B Posted: May 13, 2004 10:10 AM

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that is great... certainly a tear dropper... I was listening to the song closley one morning on the way to work and when I heard the lyrics I was like forget it his mother would be ... what is this song... I am still going to suggest it... but I think he will want to dance to the black anthem MAMA I love to see when guys are dancing with their mom to that song what a tear dropper... funny enough didnt they play that song at the end of sould food when the mother passed on... I guess ya cant go wrong with either song...