There were a couple of people I could consider in Portugal, but they wouldn’t come close to what I’m use to on a regular day being glammed. I love the dramatic looks, and being Black not everyone can correctly match your shade and do your hair. Alternatively I considered UK hair stylists and MU

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The first item in the nursery is up 🥹. Crib is from @daVinci and it can grow with her. #nesting #firsttimemom #pregnant #nursery

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I absolutely loved my study abroad experience. It really changed my perspective on life living somewhere completely different. #studyabroad #spain #travel #europe

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@Valentino.Beauty is taking over my collection #perfume

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🥺 they were so cute and I know it would last forever but 😮‍💨 my $5 one is over 7 years old. I’ll sit this one out and admire y’all’s from a distance. I had to act like my parents and say there’s food in the house 😭. #passportholder #internationaltravel My passport holder is from @Amazon

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Rush fees can range from 10%-20% of the value of your dress. The dresses are already expensive along with weddings in general, so plan ahead to avoid spending extra money. #weddingdress #nycweddingdress #2027bride #galialahav #weddingtok

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Finally starting on baby girls nursery. Can’t wait to get rid of the curtains that came with the house, but one step at a time. #baby #crib #pregnant #firsttimemom

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Bonus points if you tell me your favorite island and hotels 🤭 #greece #greecevacation #greecetravel #honeymoon #buddymoon

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Every time I deny myself I think about being in Greece at my favorite hotels stress free #destinationwedding #portugalwedding #weddingtok #2027bride

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Bonus points if the guest had a plus one. I never understood when people got their panties in a bunch when someone can’t attend their event. It’s likely saving you and the other party money in the end. I can understand being furious of no shows. #destinationwedding #weddingrsvp #portugalweddin

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I’m not saying we have to stay at the fancy hotel every time, but it’s a huge priority for me. #hotel #hotelroom #halfmoonbay #ritzcarlton

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I can’t even begin to describe this love #secondtrimester #pregnancy #firsttimemom #maternityphotoshoot

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I really thought long and hard about a baby moon. 😂 absolutely not. I barely like leaving my couch for a 10 minute drive. I’ve never been more of a homebody until now. #secondtrimester #pregnancy #firsttimemom

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Literally have no idea what I’m doing for my maternity pictures. Send help 😭 #maternityphotoshoot #bayareaphotographer #pregnancy #secondtrimester #firsttimemom

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This is a safe space for respectful people. What were your favorite or least favorite things as a wedding guest. As a former bride/groom, what is something you think you could have done differently. For me I always regretted having a first look. #destinationwedding #wedding #weddingguest

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Where are yall finding cute coming home outfits and personalized items with their names? I am getting really excited to meet baby girl, but I realize I have nothing prepared. #cominghomeoutfit #newbornbaby #firsttimeparents #pregnancy #girlmom

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I can’t believe this is my last birthday in my twenties and my last birthday child free. I’m so grateful to have lived it up and accomplished so much so young. I will cherish everything 29 has for me. It feels so good to just take care of me this weekend. #birthday #spaday #29 #facial #pre

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Feeling very grateful to do the mundane things. Being pregnant has slowed down my life, and I’m so happy that it did. I am so at peace. #birthday #vlog #nailappointment #gasprices

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Love hate relationship with the wedding industry, but at least it’s better in Portugal. #2027bride #vowrenewal #weddingplanning #destinationwedding

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Creating personalized bridesmaid boxes felt right because none of my friends are the same. I wanted to take the time to do something that actually felt like them. I think TikTok is a great resource for wedding planning, but I hate how people just copy and paste everything with little creativity

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