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Home · Love & Sex

Just Engaged: Nicole and Melvin's Engagement Photos

Nicole and Melvin met at Florida A&M University in earth science class and their friendship blossomed into true love. We're celebrating their engagement news!

By Charli Penn · April 2, 2014October 27, 2020
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Romance Is In the Air

“When I met Melvin I was not looking for love, but I also want going to be blind to a good thing,” bride-to-be Nicole shares. (We hear you!) Read their romantic love story!

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Smart Shopper

“Melvin picked out and customized my ring on his own, it’s a round diamond surrounded by a halo of diamonds and it has a classic feel,” says Nicole.

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No Matter What

“I think he chose to marry me because were best friends and were down for each other no matter what,” says Nicole.

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My Kind Of Woman

“What I love most about Nicole is that she really is my best friend,” says Melvin. “She is always there for me and supports me in everything. She is the most generous and giving person I know.”

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The Honeymoon

After tying the knot in her hometown this spring, Nicole and Melvin plan to travel to Playa Mujeres Mexico for their fab honeymoon.

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Easy Breezy

“I’m an easygoing bride-to-be who is thankful for all the help from my friends and family,” Nicole admits.

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My Funny Valentine

“He’s my best friend and when the chips are down he always finds a way to make me laugh,” says Nicole. Aww, we love it when they have a funny side.

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So Impressed

“The best gift Melvin has ever given me is my engagement ring,” says Nicole. “It’s stunning and hearing how much work and research he put into customizing the ring and selecting the diamond really impressed me.”

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The Real Thing

Nicole and Melvin dated for six years before he popped the question.

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The Guy For Me

“I knew he was the one when I was having a really rough semester during college and through it all he always helped me out and never let me down,” Nicole gushes. “I knew then that he was the guy for me.”

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Just Married?

“The best vacation we ever took was when went to Vegas,” Nicole shares. “we had a great time gambling, shopping and going to shows together and there’s still some speculation as to whether or not we got married there. Hmm..”

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You Make Me Happy

Nicole and Melvin’s super sweet photo shoot really made us smile.

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I Thee Wed

Nicole and Melvin are hosting a day wedding followed by an elegant brunch.

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Say What?

Join us as we congratulate Nicole and Melvin on their upcoming “I dos.” Leave them a little comment love below. Want to see your engagement photos featured? Email us now!

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