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Home · Weddings

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara's Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos

Harrison and Shamara were high school sweethearts who went to rival universities -- Howard and Hampton--but that didn't stop their love. Their Old Hollywood wedding was simply everything. Take a look!
By Lauren Porter · Updated October 26, 2020
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Here Are The Hayes

Bride: Shamara Monet’ Walton, 26, Registered Nurse

Groom: Harrison Lamar Hayes, 26, Director of TRIO Program

The Big Day: 4/16/16

Location: Richmond, VA

Style/Theme: Old Hollywood

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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Vintage Glam

For she and Harrison’s big day, Shamara wanted a glamorous and vintage feel to help execute their Old Hollywood theme. The mission was definitely acomplished!

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Beaming Beauty

“It felt amazing to be a bride,” shared Shamara. “It was everything and more that I had dreamed of. Looking back on that day I just remember having an amazing wedding weekend from the rehearsal dinner to the farewell brunch. To this day we always say that we would love to relive the day over again.”

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04
Something About This One

“I had no idea of what kind of dress I wanted to wear for my big day but my number one requirement for my wedding dress is that I did not want it to be strapless,” revealed the bride. “When I tried on my now wedding dress I didn’t know it was the one right away. I didn’t cry or anything but this was the dress from the whole day of dress try-ons that I loved the most and could see myself wearing it on my wedding day.”

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Groom All Grown-Up

“Being a groom felt like I was coming into adulthood,” Harrison said. “I was thrilled about the opportunity to become one with the person that I love and nervous about being able to provide everything for her.  I was fully understanding that my life is no longer just about myself but about my wife as well.”

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06
You Are Love

“I would describe my wife as someone who loves to experience new things, cares about others and is very loyal.”

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Stunning Shoes

What a great shoe choice Shamara made for her bridal look!

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Regal and Ready

During the alteration process when purchasing her wedding gown, the bride had the seamtress cut some of the extra lace from the dress to make a custom off-the-shoulder jacket that took her look to a whole new level!

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Honor Those In Heaven

Two weeks before Shamara and Harrison said “I Do,” the groom’s grandmother passed away. On their big day, he decided to honor her in a very special way. 

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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A Vision In White

The bride’s lace border cathedral veil was breathtaking! 

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Leading With Love

“I would describe my husband as a respectful young man who is fearless and believes that anything is possible,” said the bride of her groom. “I love that he is driven and he always wants to continue to grow and strives me to do better for myself and for us as well.”

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With This Ring

The bride and groom met in high school and were friends until their senior year. They dated for 6 years before Harrison popped the question to Shamara on a hot and humid day in August of 2014. She wasn’t expecting his proposal but as soon as he asked for her hand in marriage, she couldn’t help but say “yes!”

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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13
Loving You

“I love his support. During our entire relationship he has done nothing but support me during the joyous and difficult milestones in my life ,” said the bride of what she loves most about her groom.

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14
Daddy’s Daughter

Shamara’s father walked her down the aisle on her wedding day to Harrison. The bride wouldn’t have it any other way!

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15
Looking At Love

The groom admits he was nervous waiting for the bride to arrive at the altar but he was excited knowing that he made the best decision to marry the love of his life.

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16
I See Love

“I felt blessed I couldn’t be happier to have found an amazing man to spend the rest of my life with,” said the bride of being at the altar with her groom.

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17
Uniting As One

Harrison and Shamara lit a unity candle during their ceremony. 

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18
Sweetest Kisses

“As our relationship grew over time I felt like I could let my guard down and truly be myself around him without a question,” said Shamara. “He continually showed me that he truly loves me for the person I am.”

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When I Met You

“I knew she was the one when she would travel on the train to DC to come and see me,” Harrison revealed of when he knew Shamara was “The One.” “We would explore the city, talk about college and our future together. We just enjoyed spending time together. “

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20
Smiling From Ear To Ear

What a handsome groom Harrison was on his big day!

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21
Bridal Bliss

Shamara had the glow of love on her wedding day! 

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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22
Popcorn Love

To help execute part of the Old Hollywood movie theme wedding, the couple had a popcorn bar for their guests which included, White cheddar and caramel, cheddar and caramel and pink lemonade. How clever and fun!

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23
Flower Galore

“I always wanted a cascading bouquet on my wedding day with a mix of my favorite flowers,” the bride said. “Looking back on the photos of the wedding day it just completed my Old Hollywood attire.”

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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24
Signature Style

Harrison and Shamara’s wedding wouldn’t be complete with a signature cocktail for each the bride and the groom. What great choices!

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25
Family and Friends

This is one gorgeous bridal party!

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Blush Babes

Shamara’s bridesmaids who included the closesst ladies in her love wore gorgeous gowns that were a mix of classic and vintage style.

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Groom And His Guys

Harrison had some pretty dapper guys by his side on the big day!

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Lovely Ladies

Smile bright ladies! 

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29
What Love Will Make You Do

The groom certainly feels on top of the world on his big day! 

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30
Fun With Friends

For her bachelorette party, the bride and her girls enjoyed a night out on the town in Washington, D.C..

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31
Honest and True

“I love that my wife is honest about everything no matter the occasion,” shared Harrison. “I can always tell that she’s coming from a place of love even though sometimes it may not be what I want to hear.”

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32
May I Have This Dance?

For their first dance, the newlyweds danced to Justin Timberlake’s song, “That Girl.”

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33
When I Knew It Was You

Shamara says there wasn’t a pivotal moment that let her know that Harrison was the man of her dreams but during the culmination of their years together, she knew that they had something special. “There isn’t a pivotal moment for me of when I knew he was the one its mainly an accumulation of many moments we had together, including lasting through going to different colleges,” she said. “I had no idea what would happen in college, but we both made sacrifices to see each other and showed each other our commitment and trust.”

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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34
Crazy About Cake

The bride and groom opted for a 4-tier wedding cake that was full of flavor. The 1st and 4th tier were strawberry champagne, the 2nd was gold butter pound cake and the 3rd layer was marble. Yum!

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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35
Fondest Memories

Such a sweet moment shared on the dance floor between the bride and her father!

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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36
Sparkle of Love

Before heading off to their honeymoon in Bali, Indonesia, the bride and groom were sent off with the lights of love from their 250 wedding guests!

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Dream Dates

Harrison and Shamara love having date night at the movies so their Old Hollywood theme for the wedding made perfect sense!

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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38
Moments With Mom

The groom and his mother shared some fun on the dance floor during he and the bride’s reception!

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Basking In The Glow Of Love

How adorable are the happy bride and groom!

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Finding True Love In You

Shamara had no idea that when Harrison asked her out that he would one day be her husband but that’s the funny thing about love! 

Bridal Bliss: See Harrison and Shamara’s Fab Old Hollywood Wedding Photos
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