SHADES said it aims to “bridge the gap between minority wedding vendors and diverse bridal audiences.” The show also included live entertainment, massages and fun activities.

For her wedding in May 2023, Ashley Oliver Thomas paid $150 for the bra cups of her ceremony gown to be dyed to match her skin color. “It almost sounds like it’s a ‘Black tax,’ or a ...

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