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"We are boxed into a certain style and certain type of wedding and that's not all we do . . . It's all about giving people the opportunity.” - Chanda Daniels, Creative Director at A Monique Affair
Chanda and her A Monique Affair team created and executed on the design and coordination of our Music on the Patio and Golf Invitational event in 2021. She was integral in making it one of our most successful events yet!
On top of being incredible at what she does, Chanda has made huge waves for over two decades, integrating diversity and inclusion of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ couples into the wedding planning industry. We are so excited to see Chanda be recognized for her outstanding work and are proud to work alongside the leadership she provides as a trailblazer of !
Join us in celebrating Chanda, watch her ABC7 News feature below:
https://abc7news.com/weddings-wedding-planner-diversity-and-inclusion-chanda-daniels-planning-design/11575936/
January 5, 2022, 8:00 AM PST - 5:30 PM PST - Inclusive Awareness Conference, Share-the-Love, A One-Day LIVE Virtual Event!
Please visit our website for ticket information!
www.nationalgayweddingassociation.org
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Having a harpist at your wedding is pretty dope, but it is even more so when it is the literally Destiny is amazing and so talented. What are you doing to level up your wedding?
Venue:
Wedding Planner & Designer: A Monique Affair
MUA: Brittni Nesmith
Cake: Cupcakin' Bake Shop
Catering:
Harpist: The Destiny Muhammad Project
Entertainment: Justintertainment
Florals: Envy Floral Design
Officiant: Sarai Pope
Rentals & Decor: Standard Event Rentals
Beautifully designed by A Monique Affair
Beautiful day for a wedding. Congratulations David & Jerell ♥️🌈 Pictures coming! ♥️♥️ A Monique Affair
We are so excited for our Inclusive Conversation with Black Gay Weddings and A Monique Affair, Wednesday on IG LIVE.
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Inclusive Conversations! We are honored to be a guest alongside our VP Chanda Daniels A Monique Affair on Instagram Live, Wedding Wednesday, June 9, at 4:00 pst with Black Gay Weddings Join us for a fireside chat of love!
Raise your hand if you’ve had a crazy week! You aren’t alone, friend. Honestly, I can hardly remember what normal is anymore… although I’m starting to think these extra few pounds are it!
When so much around me feels so upside down, I find it helpful to remind myself what it really means to be home. That can certainly be a physical place, but isn’t it also a feeling? Like what it feels like to fellowship with like-minded friends.
I know I can’t change how our lives have had to adjust so much this year so I’m doing my best to accept it and lean into the feeling of home. Sometimes, even just hearing my husband voice as he walks through the door can take me there. Now you tell me: what is the feeling of home for you?
Venue: Stable Cafe
Wedding Planner & Designer: A Monique Affair
MUA: Brittni Nesmith
Cake: Cupcakin' Bake Shop
Catering:
Harpist:
Entertainment: Justintertainment
Florals: Envy Floral Design
Officiant: Sarai Pope
Rentals & Decor: Standard Event Rentals
Because love ALWAYS wins! Chanel and Carlos had their hearts set on getting married in 2021, even more a bonus if it could happen on Chanel's parents anniversary. They put together a dream team led by Chanda Daniels and literally magic happened! The colors were poppin' and the San Francisco weather was cooperative and these two tied-the-knot in front of their family in an intimate civil ceremony. Check out these gorgeous sneak peeks and be on the look out for even more details about their dream elopement on the blog!!
Venue: Stable Cafe
Wedding Planner & Designer: A Monique Affair
MUA: Brittni Nesmith
Cake: Cupcakin' Bake Shop
Catering:
Harpist:
Entertainment:
Florals:
Officiant: Sarai Pope
Rentals & Decor: Standard Event Rentals
Film Scanned: PhotoVision
Nice to hear from you Chandra and Monique Affair. Congratulations on this awesome recognition. Looking forward to working together again as the Officiant. Warmly, Irene Kane
www.ceremoniesandcelebrations.com
New SFB³ blog post:
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BLACK BUSINESSES THAT BUILD BAY AREA FAMILIES
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Throughout February we are featuring Bay Area Black owned businesses that are family operated or family focused.
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In our Third and final of this three part series, we’re highlighting
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A Monique Affair - Event Planner
African American Art & Culture Complex - Cultural Arts Center
Marcus Books - Bookstore
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https://sfbayblackbiz.com/2021/02/28/black-businesses-that-build-bay-area-families/
A snippet from an amazing community pro: "While the whole world marched and posted 'Black Lives Matter,' the lack of Black and brown people being represented was finally being noticed. Industries, the wedding industry included, were called upon to look in the mirror at their own business practices."
The incredible Chanda Daniels of A Monique Affair speaks on the intersectionality of the Black wedding industry and the LGBTQ+ community. Her words are incredible and powerful, so check out the blog post to keep reading!
📸: Lauren Crew