Jay Neill

The joy of a wedding is something that cannot truly be measured. The feeling you get when your friends receive an elegant and thoughtful gift from someone they trust makes all the work worth it in itself! My best friend recently got married and I wanted to get her the best gift to show her … Read more

A bride walking down the aisle is one of the highlights of a wedding ceremony, but how long should a wedding processional song be? How many songs can you play for the wedding processional, and what songs can you add to your wedding playlist? Should it cover the whole entourage, or should the song be … Read more

If you’re looking for a way to add some extra glamor and elegance to your wedding look, why not consider an African headpiece? There are so many stunning options available, from intricate beaded designs to dramatic feather pieces. Here we take a look at some of our favorites. 11 Best African Wedding Headpieces  Depending on … Read more

On Wednesday, Michigan’s attorney general requested the state Supreme Court to overturn previous rulings and broaden the state’s anti-discrimination legislation to include gays and lesbians. People who claim discrimination based on sexual orientation have not been protected by Michigan’s civil rights statute because the word “sex” in the law has only been construed as referring … Read more

For the first time in its 52 years as an iconic Black women’s magazine, Essence will feature a same-sex couple on its cover. And it’s none other than the Bett’s ( Jesicca Betts and Niecy Nash).  The couple, who married in September 2020, talked to writer Demetria Lucas about what they love about each other, … Read more

Women wearing the engagement ring is the norm. That’s because it’s traditional for women to wear engagement rings. But if you’re gay, you probably want to know: who wears the engagement ring in a gay relationship? There aren’t any hard-and-fast rules here, but there are some guidelines you can follow if you’re having trouble deciding … Read more