A celebration of Neo-Soul with rich florals, jumpsuits, & tulle skirts #Wedding Porn#couples of color#multi-colored dress#styled shoot#texas Updated Jun 10 2020 (Posted Oct 10 2019) Catherine Clark bijouxandbits Photos by Charmed Life Photography The inspiration for this Neo-Soul badass wedding inspiration was both edgy and moody with hints of a throwback homage celebrating a Neo-Soul musical element of sound, feel, and even taste. Neo-Soul is a style of music from the '90s; and is a cross between Soul and Contemporary R&B. They focused on Maxwell and Dallas native Erykah Badu because they both produced a sound that would lend to that romantic but earthy, gritty and moody under-beat vibe the vendors were trying to achieve. You'll want to see the bridal jumpsuit with a deep plunge neckline and a winged arm and burgundy tutu skirts. "Melanin" printed shirts were paired with the skirts. The bride was draped with a light leatherette jacket, donning "Mrs." on the back. The elevated centerpiece on the head table utilized southern smilax and lush luxe specialty blooms while the bridal bouquet wasn't a typical round one; but instead was an elongated design. The sweetheart table was adorned by southern smilax with complementing blooms from the bride's bouquet. Some of the blooms and garlands included: Ranunculus Clooney, Hydrangea, Chocolate Cosmos, Rose Garden Assortments, and a variety of Eucalyptus garlands and Bay Laurel Green. The floral accents were carried through the invitation suite which was then used as inspiration for the painted burgundy floral pattern on a layer of the cake that was matte black with geometric shapes and a gold textured layer. For delicious food, there were caprese salad skewers and cajun seared shrimp shooters, just to name a few. Young violinist Savannah Harp serenaded with the smooth sounds of Neo-Soul tunes throughout the evening. Vendors Lead Photographer and Creative Concept Designer: Lisa Haynes, Charmed Life Photography Second Shooter: Tawana Brown Event Planner: Callie Gray Weddings and Events Cake Maker: Kara Nelsen, Kara's Bake Shoppe Dress Designer: Brandi Gan, Isla Atropa Design Co. Tutu Maker: Karen Bullock, Ingrid Elizabeth Designs Stationery Suite: Giavonni French, Black Paper Creative Studio Calligraphy Artist: Sarah Lott, Meet Me Lettering Florist: Shemira Preston, Magnolia's Rose Company Chef: Jasmin Upchurch, Kurly's Kreations Rentals: 5 Star Rental Dress: Isla Atropa DC Models: Jasmine Banks Coretta Enabulele (Bride) DeTavious McDaniels Kaitlyn Null Grant Polley (Groom) Misty Ward Hair and makeup: LaToyia Goodman, In His Image Salon, Melanie M. King, Fierce and Fancy, Cassie Daniel, Blended By Cassie Wooden Mr. & Mrs. Signage: Heather Zeuschner, Lightwood Lane Sign Co. Chocolate Ring Box and Sweets: Karin Brush, My Favorite Sweets Favors Styling Kit Items/Velvet Ring Box/Garnet Ring: Amazon Bridesmaids' Dresses/Melanin Shirts: Shein Groomsmen Attire: Dillards Motorcycle Drivers: Chris Haynes & Stacey Keaton Support Team: Taighlor Haynes, Elijah Goodman, & Abigail Davis Gallery This slideshow requires JavaScript. Catherine Clark Catherine Clark loiters at her local library, makes art, watches movies en masse, plays video and tabletop games, poorly cooks healthy things, cuddles with her feline fur babies, and blogs at BijouxandBits.com. @enidjcoleslaw @bijouxandbits @bijouxandbits PREVIOUS These chic wooden wedding rings are our newest obsession & totally budget-friendly NEXT A greenery filled Tanzanian-inspired Northern Michigan wedding Show/Hide comments [ 0 ] Join the conversation Cancel ReplyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Sign me up for your offbeat awesomeness newsletter! No-drama comment policy Part of what makes the Offbeat Empire different is our commitment to civil, constructive commenting. Make sure you're familiar with our no-drama comment policy. Biz owners & wedding bloggers Please just use your real name in your comment, not your business name or blog title. Our comments are not the place to pimp your website. If you want to promote your stuff on Offbeat Bride, join us as an advertiser instead.