M Designs-Bridal

Greetings Everyone Here Today I decided to start a bridal book for brides to communicate about their special wedding day. More important, I wanted to let them share what they wanted and not someone deciding for them. I did not want them to feel like, it’s your day but here is what you will have, No, No it’s for them and their choices.

I will guide you and listen to you and you have the say of what your day will entail.

I have a full line of designs for bridal wear and formal wear to view. If you see anything you like you can contact me. I also show other veteran and new designers right out of fashion design school. You can visit the bridal presentation web page for more insight.

MlR Bridal Designs, USA 2023

Bridal Wear

Black Fashion Designers

https://pantorabridal.com/

Jean-Ralph Thurin

Esé Azénabor

Nneka C. Alexander of Brides by Nona

Amsale Aberra of Amsale

Stephanie White of Odylyne the Ceremony

Valentine Avoh

Violette Tannenbaum of Violette Tannenbaum

Yemi Osunkoya of Kosibah

Cynthia Grafton-Holt of Oui Madam

Lawrencia Blount of Lawrencia Bridal Couture Laurie Underwood of Laury Bride

Imad Eduso of Imad Eduso Bridal

Keisha Ransome of the lotus bloom co.

Andrea Iyamah of Andrea Iyamah Bride

Naomi Deru of Naomi Deru Bridal

Nardos Imam of Nardos Design Bridal

Olakunbi Oyelese of April by Kunbi

Madelange Laroche of Madelange Laroche Bridal

Gbemi Okunlola of Alonuko

Chialuka Ebeledike of DIVALUKKY

Carly Cushnie of CUSHNIE

Latinx Fashion Designers SOTO Verdin New York Carmen Llaguno

Angel Sanchez Jorge Manuel Edgardo Bonilla

Wanda Borges

Ines Di Santo

Lazaro

Nadia Manjarrez Studio Bridal

Men’s Wear

Mens Wear

Bridal Hair

Vendors For Wedding I have visited a few Bridal Expos and I would suggest going to some to learn about the industry and various vendors you want. Everyone has their own desire for what they want for their wedding day.

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Venue: If your ceremony and reception will be at separate venues, you’ll need to book both.

Wedding planner: Opting for a wedding planner can make finding every other vendor on this list easier.

Caterer Bar service: Many caterers or venues will include your bar service.

Bakery: Whether you’re choosing cake or something else, you’ll need someone to make your dessert.

Officiant Premarital counselor Photographer Videographer Travel agent: This is essential for a destination wedding. It’s also nice for busy couples who don’t want to plan every detail of their honeymoon.

Jeweler Stationer: Your save the dates, invitations, programs, thank you cards and even signage can be completed by one vendor in most cases.

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Florist Hotel(s): Reserve blocks of rooms for your out-of-town guests with a few hotels near your reception venue.

Music: A band or DJ for both the ceremony and reception needs to be booked.

Other entertainment Dress shop: Both the bride and bridesmaids need dresses.

Tailor: Your dress shop will likely have a seamstress in house or recommend someone nearby.

Menswear Rehearsal dinner location: If your rehearsal dinner isn’t at a restaurant, plan for a caterer as well.

Favors: Many couples DIY this item, but you don’t have to.

Rentals: You may need more than one company depending on what you need to rent.

Transportation: A car service can make wedding day logistics easier.

Makeup artist Hair stylist Day of coordinator: Many venues provide this service when you book with them.

Here are the USA states who have annual and sometime several a year.

Bridal Expos- Contact me or go to the link to see which ones are in your state.

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Note: Contact for Bridal Event in above states

Venues Hilton Sheraton The Knot Wedding Wire MLR Venues MLR Venues is a go to for various site for your wedding. A church or reception site is available, we will help you with a variety of choices. 641 7153900

The Maxwell House 55 S Grand Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 The Maxwell House is an Historic Landmark & Special Event Space located in the heart of Old-Town Pasadena.

Full of unique, historic charm, it is a venue built for making memories! We offer a variety of wedding and special event packages, perfect for any of life’s celebrations! Event rentals include access to the entire first floor, including the main ballroom, grand staircase, sweeping foyer, large dining room, library, full kitchen, and two outdoor patios, in addition to the upstairs mezzanines and wedding suite. Included in our packages is the use of our inhouse equipment such as tables and chairs, artisan crafted wooden wedding arch, dance floor, sound system, bar, outdoor string lighting, complimentary parking, and more!

Valentine 600 E 4th St, Los Angeles, CA Valentine is our grandest location and features a flowing 9,000 square-foot site plan designed for private events, courtyard weddings, receptions, exhibitions, productions and live performances. The venue is fully amenitized, and we provide experienced, professional site management, plus a commercial kitchen for clientselected catering teams. Originally built in the 1920’s in an area that has long served as the city’s seafood market east of Downtown, the building has lived many lives in its century of use; it’s been a hotel, a brothel, a fish and oyster company, and a commercial site for everything from glass blowing to marijuana cultivation.

This mysterious history subtly informed our re-invention of the space.

The Majestic Downtown 650 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA The Majestic Downtown is unlike any other wedding venue in Los Angeles. The magic is in the history of the arched windows, in the curve of the marble pillars, in the intricacy of the hand-painted ceiling. We are the venue for the couples who notice the details and want something utterly timeless and one-of-a-kind. We recognize that everyone has different visions of their big day, which is why we are one of the few venues that allows you to bring in all of your own vendors. While we have an excellent in-house caterer, their services are an option, not a requirement. Even the crystals that cascade from the chandeliers are removable, so that we may transition from rustic to glamorous in the span of a couple of hours. The complete freedom to make your vision a reality is what makes us unique.

Vibiana 214 S Main St, Los Angeles, CA Built in 1876, Vibiana is an award-winning, chef and restaurateur-driven, full-service former cathedral-turnedevent venue like no other in Los Angeles. Since 2012, Amy Knoll Fraser and Chef Neal Fraser have operated the property, adding their flagship restaurant Redbird, along with 5 private dining spaces in the rectory building adjacent to Vibiana. Vibiana offers an extensive selection of beverages curated by Redbird | Vibiana Bar Director Tobin Shea and Wine Director Matt Fosket. Along with the Vibiana culinary, beverage and event management teams the Frasers provide restaurant level service with every detail considered. Great care was taken to keep original historic details intact while modern touches like a state-of-the-art lighting and sound system, and high quality, custom rental equipment were added. The beauty of the architecture of the Main Hall and its lush courtyard provides an incredibly versatile backdrop for a stunning event that feels both intimate and grand.

The Ebell of Los Angeles 743 S Lucerne Blvd, Los Angeles, CA based Venue

The Ebell of Los Angeles is a historical wedding venue located in Los Angeles, California. The property is situated in the heart of Los Angeles and was built in 1927 as an architectural masterpiece. You and your guests will feel enchanted as you explore the details of this beautiful space. It is versatile enough to transform into your desired aesthetic or stand alone in its own beauty. Beyond being a stunning venue, The Ebell of Los Angeles offers a staff that is happy to help you through the entire planning process to ensure that everything goes as smoothly as possible. On the day of your event, you and your loved ones can enjoy a delicious unforgettable meal created by the dedicated culinary team.

Grand Venue 3070 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA f you are looking for a unique venue for your special event, you have come to the right place. With its brandnew building, Grand Venue provides space and service for all kinds of different events from Weddings, birthdays, and social, corporate, and mining projects. Here, at Grand Venue, we do not shy away from extravagance, but we also know the value of tastefulness and elegance. Choose Grand Venue for our beautifully crafted spaces, state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, top-notch service with its talented and experienced staff, and superb amenities with exquisite dining and libations.

School House Ranch Venue based in Agoura Hills, CA With its old school charm and rustic ranch setting, School House Ranch provides a unique backdrop for weddings, celebrations, reunions, workshops, film and photo shoots. The Ranch provides a blank slate for your imagination. From intimate gatherings to large events we have the perfect backdrop for all occasions.

Surrounded by the majestic beauty of the rural Santa Monica Mountains, this historic property is tucked between Agoura Hills and the Malibu coastline. Along a stretch of Mulholland Highway known to locals as the “Three Magical Miles”. With various outdoor spaces, one only need their imagination to create a perfect setting. Among the oak groves or out on the grass, the flat acreage is ready for your tables, chairs, umbrellas, or tenting. From an elegant affair to a harvest table dinner to a ranch-style barbecue, the raw elements of nature create a private rustic natural majestic environment ideal for any gathering.

Fantasea Yachts & Yacht Club 4215 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey, CA

A customized wedding onboard one of our three luxurious yachts allows you to host 12 to 250 of your most cherished guests with a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With our all-inclusive yacht wedding packages, your style and vision come to life in magnificent splendor. A yacht wedding is the ultimate combination of convenience and elegance. With the ceremony and reception taking place on board, your guests will enjoy the beautiful ocean views of Marina de Rey. With four decades of wedding experience, our team has the knowledge, skill and experience to produce the wedding of your dreams. All you have to do is arrive and get ready to walk down the aisle! All of our yacht rentals are available online — so get started with an estimate today! Our experienced Wedding Planners can custom tailor your day based on your needs and wishes.

UCLA Meyer and Renee Luskin Conference Center 425 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA based Venue Our grand and gorgeous 7,800 square foot Centennial Ballroom features elegance and class in modern style.

This show-stopping space is perfect for dining, dancing and declaring your love. Enjoy a beautiful outdoor even bathed in sunlight or starlight on our 12,000 square foot Centennial Terrace. Breathtaking views, nearby botanical gardens and stunning architecture are perfect for wedding photos.

California Science Center 700 Exposition Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA When you love someone to the moon (or International Space Station) and back, what better place to say "I do" than under space shuttle Endeavour in the Samuel Oschin Pavilion?! Looking for a more traditional event space under the stars? Our Wallis Annenberg Building is an open-air 20th century armory building featuring a modern industrial interior and beautiful views of Exposition Park's Rose Garden.

Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden 270 Arlington Dr, Pasadena, CA based Venue

The Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden was created by Kinzuchi Fujii between 1935 – 1940 for Charles and Ellamae Storrier Stearns. The garden offers numerous possibilities, within a uniquely designed, two acre property. Originally part of a larger private estate, the garden retains its ambiance of secluded serenity. An authentic teahouse is a highlight of the garden, romantically situated overlooking a quiet pond. Winding paths lead to various gathering points and vistas, under spreading sycamores and old oaks. In addition to the garden and teahouse, the property includes a home, now used as a convenient staging, meeting and event space. The garden can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Rivernook Campground 14001 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA Gathered under a canopy of majestic trees, with a background symphony of nature, you'll say your forever Idos amongst family and friends. This venue is surrounded by creeks, trees, wildlife, and is covered in overhead lighting for the perfect outdoor ambiance. Our pricing includes a wedding team and coordinator, tables, chairs, benches, saloon with a bartender, some decor rentals, arch, dance floor, and more! Our base price does not include catering, DJ, photographer, nor officiant, but we can put all of those things into one package for a truly all-inclusive package. Please visit our website for more information.

Cake & Deserts Deserts & Cakes M l R Creamier D & C Areas Served: Southern California (LA, LB, BH, SFV,) 6417153900

Nicole Bakes Cakes https://.www.nicolebakescakes.com/

Based in Southern California, Nicole Bakes Cakes creates designs for weddings and celebrations locally and beyond. "I dream in all things cake," says Nicole Redd-McIntosh. "I am inspired by life. My goal is to make your cake dreams come true!"

Lark Cake Shop 3337 W. Sunset Blvd, LA, CA 90026

https://larkcakeshop.com/

Top Tier Treats 11511 W. Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064

https://toptiertreats.com/vegan-items/

Susie’s Cakes 11708 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049

A Sweet Design 17801 Chatsworth St. Granada Hills, CA 91343

Vanilla Bake Shop 512 Wilshire Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90401 UNITED STATE

Caterer The Rotisserie Affair 7313 Carroll Rd San Diego, 92121 https://www.rotisserieaffair.com/menus/

MLR Hospitality

https://mlrhospitality.wordpress.com/2015/09/14/about/ Sanders Catering

https://www.sanderscatering.com/memphis-caterer

Officiant https://www.marriedbyrevroxy.com/my-associates America fell in love with officiant and pre-marital counselor Roxanne Birchfield, who you might better known as Rev. Roxy on Love Is Blind, but her relationship with weddings goes much further back. She has been helping couples create custom ceremonies since 2017.

Pre-Marital Counselor https://coachingwithdralicia.teachable.com/p/getting_married

Photographers A Mosely Media.com https://chichiarilove.com/ Chi-Chi Ari studied fashion design at Parsons, The New School for Design, and worked as a fashion designer for many years. She says that it was the "undeniable hopeful romantic" inside her that led Ari to pursue a career in wedding photography.

https://elizabethaustinphotography.com/ Award-winning photographer Elizabeth Austin's approach to photography is this: "Candid moments are just as important as the curated moments." Though she's based in Atlanta, Georgia, Austin also captures destinations weddings.

https://amarachiikeji.com/ Amara Ikeji, the woman behind the lens of Amarachi Ikeji Photography, first picked up a camera during a fashion internship in college and hasn't put one down since. She serves clients in New York City, Philadelphia, and Europe, and she strives to capture "stylish moments of love and beauty" for her couples.

Matoli Keely Southern California wedding photographer Matoli Keely has a background in science. Her "analytical and scientific side" influences her photography style, capturing images "worthy to be preserved as heirlooms."

Videographer https://chichiarilove.com/

Wedding Planners https://www.ileevents.com/book-wedding (New Jersey) ILE makes wedding planning fun, and our team is inspired by life and moments; pulling from the best memories of your childhood. Having access and relationships to passionate creative partners brings a breath of fresh air to planning. Our process keeps you in the driver seat while allowing you to relax and enjoy the ride. We look forward to making your wedding journey an experience that you will never forget.

https://www.preciouscelebrations.co.za/ luxury (Africa) Precious Thamaga-Mazibuko (Dip: Event Management; Dip: Project Management) commonly known as Precious The Planner is regarded as one of Africa’s top and sought after Wedding Planner & Event Designer.

As the Founder of Precious Celebration, she has planned & produced well over 300 wedding, corporate events and private celebrations in South Africa, Botswana, Swaziland, Zambia and Mauritius. With solid industry experience of well over 17years (8yrs in Corporate + 9yrs as an entrepreneur) in the hospitality, eventing, public relations, telecommunication, retail and wedding industry.

IB Event Planning (Southern California)

https://deniselillie.com/ (Northern California) Denise Lillie O’Neal is the Owner and Lead Event Stylist of Denise Lillie Engagements which she founded in 2008. She is a professional full-time planner with over 20 years of government, corporate and wedding planning experience.

Designers MLR Bridal Designs M Designs is a bridal and formal wear presentation service. After assisting my grandmother with many events and did not see dresses for various styles and sizes in stores. I decided to enter the bridal field. I wanted to provide an array of styles for many to select from.

Wedding Deal https://weddingvibe.com/deal/mdesigns-13012/

Jaye Applewaite https://www.jayeapplewaite.com/ Jaye Applewaite is a Barbadian wedding dress designer who designs and creates bespoke wedding dresses, featuring gorgeous laces, and intricate detailed beadwork with pearls and crystals. Jaye left here career as a professional civil engineer to follow her dream to build a wedding and lifestyle empire, regardless of having no formal training in fashion nor sewing. Jaye is inspired by beautiful Caribbean destination wedding venues and the desire to translate brides’ emotions, style and overall vision for their wedding day into the perfect dress. Jaye pays very close attention to all the details and the fit of each dress, each piece of lace is meticulously applied by hand, and each dress is fitted individually to the bride’s body — this is what makes the Jaye Applewaite design and fit process so unique.

https://www.instagram.com/jbilesartorial https://thebridal-gallery.co.uk/off-the-rail-gowns/

Trainer Ms. Body Fitness Trainer

Make Up and Hair Stylist https://www.illybeauty.com/ Illy Beauty provides makeup and hair styling services for weddings, production, film, editorial and other special events. Illy Beauty is located in the Washington, D.C. area and is very passionate about providing elevated makeup and styling services. The goal is to enhance the beauty of every client.

For inquires please select the contact button below and send us a message.

https://www.instagram.com/brittbrow/ Brittany Scott is a Los Angeles-based makeup artist who specializes in brows, lashes, and makeup. Scott is also an expert makeup artist for Blushington, a one-stop beauty lounge that offers services from hair styling to wedding day makeup.

https://www.delinamedhin.com/ (NYC) Makeup Artist, Delina Medhin has a strong passion for enhancing natural beauty. As a teenager, she searched the drugstore aisles for products to recreate her favorite celebrity looks. Her beauty obsession began when she realized how much she loved playing with makeup. She began spending time mixing foundations at home, and this became the origin of her signature style, "makeup for people that love skin that looks like skin".

https://www.ninahwee.com/ Vernitta (Ninah) Weddles-Ninahwee is a Licensed cosmetologist, hairstylist and makeup artist from Oakland, California now based in Stockton, Ca. Ninah has always been very passionate about her industry. In particular, she loves to help people understand what it is like to feel beautiful, firmly believing that everyone deserves to have more self-confidence and look as great as they should feel!

Ninah is very experienced in the beauty industry, boasting a truly extensive background and a lot of knowledge of her craft.

Floral Design https://www.keishaskreations.com/contact/ Keisha’s Kreations is a full-service design and event production company specializing in weddings and corporate events coupled with numerous years of experience in photo shoots, baby showers, celebrity events and foundation fundraisers to name a few.

https://www.prestonbailey.com/ Preston Bailey is a world-renowned florist and premier event designer who specializes in creating transformative and one-of-a-kind floral installations. Bailey is also dedicated to supporting and remaining accessible to the industry so he created his PB Protégé program, a series of masterclasses that provide mentorship and education to industry professionals.

We conceptualize and create and design a cohesive look for events weddings and celebrations.

We execute the full design through a full scope of planning and production services to deliver our vision flawlessly.

https://www.rogueandfoxfloral.com/

Rogue and Fox Co are a Los Angeles-based floral design studio. Founded by

Drew Rios, Rogue & Fox puts an emphasis on sustainability, as well as creating modern and whimsical floral creations.

Counseling Where you are in your relationship right now doesn’t matter as much as where you want to be. Whether you’re considering getting married or have been married and hit a snag during your years-long union, I can help you create the mutual respect needed to move your relationship forward!

https://coachingwithdralicia.teachable.com/p/getting_married

Entertainment MondLor MondLor has a melody voice that brings new life to the old classics, with fun, imagination, and style.

DWP Live Factory

DWP Live Factory is an international event music agency. From corporate clients to couples on their wedding days, DWP knows

how to enhance any occasion with the perfect musical group, band, or ensemble.

Kustom Made https://www.bookece.com/artists/kustom-made https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh1o2HXdPG8 Sheila Holman https://www.facebook.com/reel/720587853239703 I first heard the vocalist with the Kustom Made Band while looking for performers for a wedding. They have a very good performing voice.

Orchestra Noir Maestro Jason Ikeem Rodgers established Orchestra Noir in 2016. The award-winning orchestra focuses on music of all genres, including classical, hip-hop, and R&B. They also advocate for music education, hosting annual concerts with music students in Atlanta.

Will Gill Will Gill is a DJ, emcee, and choreographer. In addition to weddings, the L.A.-based professional has worked on seven seasons of NBC's hit show The Voice as well as two seasons of The Kelly Clarkson Show.

Exquisite Sounds Entertainment Exquisite Sounds Entertainment brings a lot more than music to wedding celebrations. The Atlanta-based company offers a variety of enhancements from photo booths to uplighting to video montages and more.

Feenix A singer from Lagos, Nigeria that just can’t stop singing.

Dannis Winston Band leader Dannis Winston founded DWPLI factory in 2011. His bands, including his own, create a music design concept that will perfectly go with your event.

Honey Vinyl Led by "Sonic Sommelier" Keanna O’Quinn, Honey t Vinyl has a unique sound that "takes an event beyond the music." The band uses all elements of an event—from the décor to the food—to inform its sound.

Jeremy Green Originally from Texas, contemporary violist Jeremy Green now resides in Los Angeles and recently graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston. He began his career by playing popular music covers on YouTube in 2014. Since then, he has amassed over 8.3 million views and has worked with artists like Kiana Ledé and the Jonas Brothers.

Kinfolk Brass Band In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, brothers Percy and Richard Anderson founded Kinfolk Brass Band in 2005. Between performing at intimate events, grand occasions, and even the streets of New Orleans for second-line parades, they combine "Mardi Gras Indian chants, New Orleans funk, modern jazz, and traditional brass band sounds."

Black Owned Wedding Businesses

https://www.brides.com/black-owned-wedding-businesses-4846896 https://www.demibluenaturalnails.com/ https://www.brides.com/gifts-from-black-owned-businesses-5084505 https://www.royalbridal.shop/

How to Find a Destination Wedding Planner Not sure where to begin your search to hire a destination wedding planner? Here are some simple, helpful tips to find your perfect planning partner.

Ask the Venue If you have your eye on a specific venue, ask them who their favorite planners are to work with based on their customer service, vendor management, organization, and professionalism. Those relationships can help strengthen the level of communication around planning.

Look at Instagram!

Find some of your favorite wedding images on Instagram and look to see who designed and coordinated them. It's also good to look up wedding photographers that work in your destination because their pictures will show the planner's style.

Look for Testimonials!

Read what couples have said about their planners. You’ll want to feel confident that you can connect with your planner and trust them. You should also reach out to your network and see if anyone you know has personally worked with an amazing destination wedding planner.

Have a Call Have an open conversation with the planner about what the vision is for your wedding.

Many can put together a nice-looking wedding, but you also want a planning team that

can mediate and solve problems on the spot. Ask how many weddings they have produced and to tell you a story about when things went wrong at a wedding they planned. Goulding adds, "Couples should generally ask how comfortable the team is with the location they may be interested in. Additionally, inquiring about assistance with travel arrangements, and average budget required for certain locations and countries may help them in their decision on where to tie the knot."

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