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Please DO NOT wear jeans of any kind or WHITE. We would love for everyone to wear SHADES OF BLUE as we celebrate our special day together. 💙

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Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place

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Our story began in 2016, when we built a connection that would stand the test of time.Because when love is real, it never fades. It always finds its way back.And somehow, ours did in the most beautiful way.With God at the center, we’ve chosen to build a love rooted in faith, growth, and purpose. Stronger, deeper, and more intentional than ever before.Together, we are not only building a partnership, but a family, raising our boys with love, guidance, and strong values at the center of it all.As we step into this next chapter, we’ve chosen to focus more on building our future and our home than having a large traditional wedding. While our celebration may be smaller, it means everything to us to celebrate with the people who have loved us, supported us, and been part of our story along the way.We’ve grown together, learned each other deeply, and continue choosing one another every single day.This time, we’re doing it right. And now, we step into forever together.We can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with all of the people we love most.

Zakiyyah & Malik

Zakiyyah & Malik

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SEMI-FORMAL * SHADES OF BLUE*

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