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M_Berk-Glenn Posted: Dec 11, 2009 02:45 PM+

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Posted: Dec 11, 2009 02:45 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Somica

Hi guys!

So glad I found this thread!!!

Getting married next September in Huntington LI and already beginning to freak out about the details.

One of my biggest concern is Hair and Make-up.

I read the Bridalgal.com reviews on this thread and it definitely seems like an option but it is pricey. If I do my entire bridal party that's over $2000! Yikes.

Anyone know of any good hair people that are familiar with not relaxed African American hair?

Best,
Somi

If you go to Lilly (from bridalgal) for a trial (& like her work) talk to her & she may cut you a deal...she tries to work with her clients. She maybe able to refer you to someone who is less expen$ive.
You can also have ur BM pay for their own make up (at least a portion of it)

Also try your local MAC store...get a makeover if you like the artist ask them if they will do your wedding. (outside the store)
GL

Panamasweet Posted: Dec 11, 2009 07:55 PM+

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Posted: Dec 11, 2009 07:55 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Somica

Hi guys!

So glad I found this thread!!!

Getting married next September in Huntington LI and already beginning to freak out about the details.

One of my biggest concern is Hair and Make-up.

I read the Bridalgal.com reviews on this thread and it definitely seems like an option but it is pricey. If I do my entire bridal party that's over $2000! Yikes.

Anyone know of any good hair people that are familiar with not relaxed African American hair?

Best,
Somi

I am using the same girl that has been doing my hair for years. I wouldnt trust my hair to anyone else. She is great and owns her own shop in Baldwin LI. She can do anything you have in mind. Shes also great with fusion. FM me if you would like her info.

Tetelove Posted: Dec 11, 2009 09:33 PM+

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Posted: Dec 11, 2009 09:33 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Panamasweet

Posted by Somica

Hi guys!

So glad I found this thread!!!

Getting married next September in Huntington LI and already beginning to freak out about the details.

One of my biggest concern is Hair and Make-up.

I read the Bridalgal.com reviews on this thread and it definitely seems like an option but it is pricey. If I do my entire bridal party that's over $2000! Yikes.

Anyone know of any good hair people that are familiar with not relaxed African American hair?

Best,
Somi

I am using the same girl that has been doing my hair for years. I wouldnt trust my hair to anyone else. She is great and owns her own shop in Baldwin LI. She can do anything you have in mind. Shes also great with fusion. FM me if you would like her info.

That's great to hear!!! I'm looking for a GOOD beautician that can work some HAIR..

Tetelove Posted: Dec 11, 2009 09:34 PM+

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Posted: Dec 11, 2009 09:34 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

I was wondering...what type of hair styles are you ladies considering for your big day???

M_Berk-Glenn Posted: Dec 11, 2009 10:11 PM+

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Posted: Dec 11, 2009 10:11 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Tetelove

I was wondering...what type of hair styles are you ladies considering for your big day???

Loose drop curls

or

an up do

Tetelove Posted: Dec 11, 2009 10:38 PM+

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Posted: Dec 11, 2009 10:38 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

I'm leaning towards this hairstyle:

Tetelove Posted: Dec 23, 2009 06:31 PM+

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Posted: Dec 23, 2009 06:31 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Somica

Hi guys!

So glad I found this thread!!!

Getting married next September in Huntington LI and already beginning to freak out about the details.

One of my biggest concern is Hair and Make-up.

I read the Bridalgal.com reviews on this thread and it definitely seems like an option but it is pricey. If I do my entire bridal party that's over $2000! Yikes.

Anyone know of any good hair people that are familiar with not relaxed African American hair?

Best,
Somi

I saw a post on here with a lady who had dreads who was looking for a stylist. I'll see if I can hunt down it for you. And congratulations on your engagement!!!

Golden Posted: Dec 23, 2009 06:37 PM+

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Posted: Dec 23, 2009 06:37 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Tetelove

I'm leaning towards this hairstyle:

OMG!!! That's my hairstyle for my wedding day toooooooo

Tetelove Posted: Dec 23, 2009 06:43 PM+

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Posted: Dec 23, 2009 06:43 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Golden

Posted by Tetelove

I'm leaning towards this hairstyle:

OMG!!! That's my hairstyle for my wedding day toooooooo

Its a gorgeous hairstyle!!!

MC127 Posted: Dec 24, 2009 06:34 PM+

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Posted: Dec 24, 2009 06:34 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

This is what I am looking into now as well and see the same hair styles over and over.

I have some in my album but I would love to see others.

queensbride2010 Posted: Dec 25, 2009 09:25 AM+

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Posted: Dec 25, 2009 09:25 AM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Tetelove

I'm leaning towards this hairstyle:

I actually love this style!

Tetelove Posted: Jan 17, 2010 12:00 PM+

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Posted: Jan 17, 2010 12:00 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Hi ladies. Im now starting to look at DJs and we are trying to find a HOT dj for our wedding. Have you ladies looked at any or have booked any that can really get the party going?

meya1084 Posted: Jan 17, 2010 12:14 PM+

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Posted: Jan 17, 2010 12:14 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Hey Ladies. Great thread! Thanks.

Notwedyet08 Posted: Jan 17, 2010 12:58 PM+

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Posted: Jan 17, 2010 12:58 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Bump

Notwedyet08 Posted: Jan 17, 2010 01:00 PM+

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Posted: Jan 17, 2010 01:00 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

This thread has been slow the last few weeks-

I'm back and trying to pick a venue-where is everyone getting married?

already visited Fox Hollow; Jericho Terrace; Verdis of Wbury; Villa Lombardi; Milleridge Inn; Marriot of melville. Still going to see Douglaston Manor; Swan club; Crest Hollow; Watermill; Larkfield manor. But we live in queens and aren't trying to go too far out on the island so we'll probably cross Villa Lombardi; Watermill & Larkfield off the list just b/c of the location...

meya1084 Posted: Jan 17, 2010 01:19 PM+

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Posted: Jan 17, 2010 01:19 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Notwedyet08

This thread has been slow the last few weeks-

I'm back and trying to pick a venue-where is everyone getting married?

already visited Fox Hollow; Jericho Terrace; Verdis of Wbury; Villa Lombardi; Milleridge Inn; Marriot of melville. Still going to see Douglaston Manor; Swan club; Crest Hollow; Watermill; Larkfield manor. But we live in queens and aren't trying to go too far out on the island so we'll probably cross Villa Lombardi; Watermill & Larkfield off the list just b/c of the location...

Have you been to Elite Palace its in Queens

Tetelove Posted: Jan 18, 2010 01:12 PM+

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Posted: Jan 18, 2010 01:12 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Notwedyet08

This thread has been slow the last few weeks-

I'm back and trying to pick a venue-where is everyone getting married?

already visited Fox Hollow; Jericho Terrace; Verdis of Wbury; Villa Lombardi; Milleridge Inn; Marriot of melville. Still going to see Douglaston Manor; Swan club; Crest Hollow; Watermill; Larkfield manor. But we live in queens and aren't trying to go too far out on the island so we'll probably cross Villa Lombardi; Watermill & Larkfield off the list just b/c of the location...

I would give my thumbs up to Jericho Terrace, Fox Hollow, Swan Club and the Crest Hollow!!!

If your looking for something closer to Queens, I would check out Jericho Terrace. What room was you considering at J.T?

M_Berk-Glenn Posted: Jan 18, 2010 01:29 PM+

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Posted: Jan 18, 2010 01:29 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

If you want Queens- Russos on the Bay...there is no competition!

Notwedyet08 Posted: Jan 19, 2010 01:58 PM+

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Posted: Jan 19, 2010 01:58 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by M_Berk-Glenn

If you want Queens- Russos on the Bay...there is no competition!

I was going to go to their bridal showcase the other night-but FH is so anti howard beach. He was like he's not going there after the sun goes down!! he's crazy!

Notwedyet08 Posted: Jan 19, 2010 02:01 PM+

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Posted: Jan 19, 2010 02:01 PM

Re: Official African American Brides Thread

Posted by Tetelove

Posted by Notwedyet08

This thread has been slow the last few weeks-

I'm back and trying to pick a venue-where is everyone getting married?

already visited Fox Hollow; Jericho Terrace; Verdis of Wbury; Villa Lombardi; Milleridge Inn; Marriot of melville. Still going to see Douglaston Manor; Swan club; Crest Hollow; Watermill; Larkfield manor. But we live in queens and aren't trying to go too far out on the island so we'll probably cross Villa Lombardi; Watermill & Larkfield off the list just b/c of the location...

I would give my thumbs up to Jericho Terrace, Fox Hollow, Swan Club and the Crest Hollow!!!

If your looking for something closer to Queens, I would check out Jericho Terrace. What room was you considering at J.T?

Went to Fox HOllow-they were nice but they wanted a higher pp price than we're comfortable with PLUS they wanted our minimum to be what is our absolute maximum amt of guests to invite-so it would be a her pp price AND a higher # of guests...our of our budget.

I loved Jericho Terrace but a good friend of FH got married there 2 years ago and he doesn't want to do our reception there too!

I'm going to Swan Club & Cresthollow next week.

Anyone have any opinions on the Swan Club? I'm sure the pictures don't do it justice. I just noticed someone's picture and the ceiling the ceiling tiles needed replacement...but I'm going next week so I'll look at it in detail and speak with a BM about pricing & availability.