Beauty
Apr 8, 2026
Get Ready With Junelle Bromfield For Her Wedding With Noah Lyles
The Olympic track star opened up about the inspiration behind her look, how she stayed grounded leading up to the big day, and more.
Weddings
Weddings
Apr 7, 2026
Exclusive: The Theme Was 'All Shades Of Melanin' For Noah Lyles And Junelle Bromfield's Georgia Wedding
The couple tied the knot with an ode to Black beauty, Jamaican culture, and the faith (with help from Tasha Cobbs Leonard) that has been the foundation of their relationship.
Weddings
Apr 2, 2026
Exclusive: Inside Gospel Star Marvin Sapp And La'Boris Cole's Epic Wedding Day
With three dresses and a grand entrance by way of a helicopter, La'Boris showed up and showed out to say "I do" with the bishop at his church in Fort Worth.
Weddings
Mar 20, 2026
Bridal Bliss: Kindra And Erving Honored Their Dominican And Haitian Roots In A Vibrant Miami Wedding
After a few false starts, the couple finally gave love a real chance and it stuck. They celebrated that connection with dominican appetizers, kremas as keepsakes and more.
Celebrity
Mar 18, 2026
Vows Of Style: How Zendaya Is Reimagining Bridal Chic
During her "The Drama" press tour, and amid rumors she privately tied the knot with Tom Holland, the actress has been giving us a masterclass in wedding-chic attire.
Weddings
Mar 13, 2026
Bridal Bliss: With Fireworks And Stunning Florals, Jalin And Jovan Threw An Unforgettable Party In Portugal
The couple's love of travel, and of the country, inspired them to invite along 125 of their friends and family to help them say "I do."
Weddings
Feb 27, 2026
Bridal Bliss: After A First Date In Tulum And Proposal In Italy, Jetsetters Jazmyn & Sydney Say 'I Do' In Malibu
The couple, who both have a love of living life to the fullest, did just that with a joyous celebration in SoCal.
Weddings
Feb 12, 2026
Bridal Bliss: 'Beyond The Gates' Star Colby Natasha Nixon And Keith Nixon Jr. Tie The Knot With A Night At The Museum
The creative couple, whose love story took root in 2007, married in front of 180 guests at a place that made sense to their work: an art museum.
Weddings
Feb 4, 2026
Bridal Bliss: For Shevaz And Marlon's Chi-Town Wedding, Common Was A Performer—And A Groomsman
The couple had a rooftop garden party overlooking Lake Michigan. Common would take the stage with girlfriend, Jennifer Hudson, to help them celebrate.
ESSENCE Storybook Wedding
In June we presented six loving couples vying to win a Storybook Wedding. More than 10,000 of you voted in our contest, and now we have our winners! Take a behind the scenes look at their bridal bliss, and see their special day in our February 2013 issue.
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Lifestyle
Jul 5, 2023
Jay-Z's Mom, Gloria Carter, Got Married In A Star-Studded Ceremony
In front of her son, Beyoncé, Tyler Perry and more, Gloria, whose coming-out-story was shared on the 2017 song “Smile,” said “I do” to her longtime partner.
Lifestyle
Jun 12, 2023
We Were Guests At Pinky Cole And Derrick Hayes' Star-Studded Wedding In Atlanta
From its extravagant decor to having Montell Jordan officiate and guests including Jeezy, Yandy Smith-Harris and more, the restaurateurs had “the wedding of the century.”
Weddings
Aug 17, 2022
All The Celeb Couples Came Out For Draymond Green And Hazel Renee’s Wedding
From LeBron and Savannah to Steph and Ayesha, the guest list for the couple’s packed wedding weekend was filled with the best of Black love.
Meet the Winners…
Love & Sex
May 10, 2012
Get to Know Kyla and Aaron
ESSENCE Storybook Wedding winners Kyla and Aaron’s sweet love story.
Love & Sex
May 10, 2012
Watch Aaron Propose to Kyla
See Aaron and Kyla’s magical proposal and vote for the couple you want to see win ESSENCE’s Storybook Wedding.
Storybook Wedding Finalists…
Love & Sex
May 10, 2012
David and Shannon's Proposal
Watch David propose to Shannon at Disney World.
Love & Sex
May 10, 2012
DeCarlos and Astride's Proposal
See DeCarlos and Astride’s magical proposal.
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Weddings
Aug 13, 2025
Bridal Bliss: Inside NFL Couple Nazeeh Johnson And Gabrielle Irving's Glam Miami Wedding
The Kansas City Chiefs star and his love said “I do” in luxe fashion in June. They also revealed that they’ve actually been married since 2023. Surprise!
Weddings
Aug 5, 2025
Exclusive: Inside DeVon Franklin And Maria Castillo's Star-Studded Wedding In Beverly Hills
The producer and actor tied the knot with the fitness guru in a lakeside celebration that honored his African American heritage and her Dominican roots.
Weddings
Jul 30, 2025
Bridal Bliss: Noni And DeChaun Said 'I Do' With Celebrations In St. Lucia And Atlanta
After meeting in middle school, Noni and DeChaun honored their love with a backyard commitment ceremony, a destination wedding, and a party in the ATL.
Weddings
Jul 23, 2025
'The Six Triple Eight' Star Pepi Sonuga Is Engaged! Meet Her Fiancé And See Their Glamorous Old Hollywood-Inspired Shoot
The couple met on the set of her former series, "Queens" and "have been inseparable ever since." They share their love story and plans for two weddings.
Weddings
Jul 16, 2025
Bridal Bliss: 'Power Book II: Ghost' Star LaToya Tonodeo And 'Found' Actor Arlen Escarpeta Marry In Oceanside Celebration
Diana from "Power Book II: Ghost" and Zeke from NBC's "Found" exchanged vows against a coastal backdrop in an intimate, stunning ceremony.
Weddings
Jul 9, 2025
Bridal Bliss: Amira And Richard’s Destination Wedding Was So Good, 180 People Crossed An Ocean To Attend
After finding their venue on TikTok, the couple honored their love—and their West African roots—with a celebration in Portugal.
Weddings
Jun 26, 2025
Bridal Bliss: A Look Inside Ruby And Kurt's Stunning Valentine's Day Wedding
With red roses everywhere and plenty of love in the air, Judge Ruby and Pastor Kurt tied the knot on a bridge overlooking Birmingham.
Lifestyle
Jun 18, 2025
Bridal Bliss: 'Real Housewives Of Potomac' Star Jassi Rideaux And Dallas Cowboys' Darius Harris Wed In Star-Studded Celebration
The couple, whom the world met on RHOP, tied the knot in front of their loved ones in Dallas, with Bravo cameras rolling.
Lifestyle
Jun 3, 2025
Exclusive: Noah Lyles And Junelle Bromfield Talk Falling In Love, Wedding Plans, And Staying Unbothered
The pair open up about their Spring 2026 wedding, how friendship sparked romance, and what’s next for track and field’s power couple.