Bridal Bliss: Andre and Latoya

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Picture Perfect

Though they work in the superficial fashion world, Andre and Latoya know all about living in the real world. They met when she was at the end of a bad marriage and were friends for a year before dating exclusively.

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Model Behavior

Andre is a natural in front of the camera, and is extra clean on his wedding day. He first spotted Latoya outside of the modeling agency he’s signed with and she works for.

“l was inspired to say something to understand why I felt such a strong pull to her,” he says. “It’s totally out of my character to approach strange women. I’m glad I rolled with it.”

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Passion for Fashion

Although Latoya only works with female models, it was still taboo for a model and an agent to date. The two kept their relationship private and some of Latoya’s coworkers didn’t realize until the wedding she was marrying a model, she shares with a laugh.

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Ready to Go

Latoya and her bridesmaids got dressed at a hotel in downtown New York, while Andre and the guys got fresh at their Harlem brownstone.

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Men in Black

In Harlem, Andre and his closest friends make their way to the city, for him to marry his special lady.

“I couldn’t have chosen a more perfect partner for myself, that’s why I feel like she was chosen for me. I was just fortunate enough to find her,” he says.

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It’s My Day

Latoya cut the cost of a limo by walking to her wedding from her hotel in midtown New York City. The journey also made for a great photo shoot with her bridesmaids.

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The Final Touches

Latoya’s bridesmaids make sure everything is perfect. She let them pick from a variety of short black dresses to wear on her special day and also style their hair as they wanted. She tied the look together with pearls, that also served as her gift to them.

“I told them, ‘I want you to look your absolute best, however that is,’” she says. “I picked the pearls and had the necklaces made, which also allowed guests to know who was a bridesmaid.”

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Boys in Blue

Excited to tie the knot and party with her nearest and dearest, Latoya greets cops along the way.

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Bridal Salute

The girls get friendly with Marines in town for Fleet Week.

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One Good Deed

Latoya stops to give the Tin Man oil on her way to the altar. Clearly there is never a dull moment in New York’s Time Square.

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It’sTime

Latoya on the elevator to the rooftop where she’ll meet her hubby-to-be.

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Once in a Lifetime

Andre watches his bride make her way to the altar.

“When we look out of life’s window we see the same vision,” he says. “So what do I Iove most about her? I love how easy she is to love.”

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New York Nights

Latoya’s guests, all dressed in black, root her on down the aisle. She wanted a unified look, after originally planning to get married in the Caribbean with guest in white.

“Everybody already had a little black dress or had an excuse for a new one. It was so chic,” she says.

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Soul to Soul

Andre’s mom performs the ceremony and prays for the newlyweds.

“Spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically we just fit,” he says of his wife. "We laugh at the same things and speak the same language. Our chemistry is amazing.”

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Seal the Deal

The duo close the deal with a smooch.

“He’s very grounded and so down to earth,” Latoya says. “When people meet him, they just fall in love with his soul.”

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It’s Official

Pronounced man and wife, Latoya is ready to party.

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Legally Bound

The happy couple sign on the doted line and get ready for the party portion of their Memorial Day weekend wedding.

“He’s so full of love,” Latoya says of her husband. “He was raised by women and is sensitive to the needs of women.”

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My Men

Latoya cozies up to her dad and her new husband.

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Forever and Always

After picking fights with Latoya on purpose, Andre surprised her with a marriage proposal in a helicopter over Central Park. That night she was in for a bigger treat with an engagement party with all their friends and family.

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Piece of Cake

Both married before, Andre and Latoya both knew marriage is not a fairy tale. They respect each other and work to keep the relationship strong.

“I feel like God literally dropped him out of the sky to me,” she says

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All the Single Ladies

The crowd goes wild as Latoya throws the bouquet, and DJ Beverly Bond provides the music for the night.

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Celebrating Black Love

Latoya’s favorite part of the wedding was letting the mic float during the reception, as friends and family shared words of wisdom.

“I wanted this to be unconventional and we had a blast,” the bride says.

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Little Piece of Heaven

Latoya learned from her first wedding which had tons of cake left, and opted for cupcakes. Her West Indian parents also gave traditional black cake. She also saved money on invitations by making them on her own.

“They were gorgeous,” she says. “I spent $4,500 on my first invites and $300 this time.”

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We Did It!

Andre wasn’t a fan of a big wedding, and the two compromised on a budget of $20,000, which included the 12-day honeymoon in Thailand they left for the next day. Being creative throughout the process helped Latoya pull it off.

“I knew she had the ability to either negotiate the right price or just make it herself. She’s a BAD woman!” Andre says.

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