Unica and Steven’s wedding day was exactly what you would expect from two artists whose lives revolve around rhythm, melody, and performance. As a DJ and producer, Steven understands how to move a crowd. As a singer and songwriter, Unica knows how to tell a story. Together, they orchestrated a wedding day that felt less like an event and more like a perfectly composed masterpiece.
The guys got ready at The Venue—yes, that’s truly its name—where Steven stepped into a black velvet suit that was nothing short of iconic. Intricate bedazzled designs shimmered across the back, sleeves, and pockets, catching the light with every movement. Before heading out, the groomsmen gathered in prayer, grounding the day in faith before the celebration began.
Across the street, the girls were getting ready in the brightest Airbnb we’ve ever photographed—pink couches, pink rugs, pink accents everywhere. Dressed in matching pink PJ sets, they popped a bottle of pink Stella Rosa and celebrated before Unica slipped into her airy, off-the-shoulder wedding gown. Outside, her family roasted a whole pig on a spit while inside the women prepared dinner and desserts—a beautiful display of heritage, hospitality, and love.
The ceremony at New Life Church was deeply personal. A Bible sat at the sanctuary entrance, inviting guests to highlight their favorite verses. The bridal party walked down the aisle in striking red to an altar draped in pink, white, and red fabrics adorned with roses. Unica and Steven exchanged vows they had written themselves, then honored Unica’s heritage with a lei exchange. Her grandmother presented the leis, kissed each of them on the cheek, and moments later they sealed their marriage with a kiss.
After a joyful receiving line, I climbed onto the hood of my car to capture a full group photo beneath the church’s towering cross—worth it. Downtown portraits followed, including a quiet moment back at The Venue before guests arrived. In the empty living room, Unica and Steven shared a private dance reminiscent of Avengers: Endgame, echoing that timeless final scene.
The reception was pure electricity. Steven somehow managed to self-DJ his own grand entrance, and the dance floor never slowed. The family-prepared feast—roast pig included—was unforgettable. Their first dance was beautiful, but the father-daughter dance stole the show: a record scratch, a quick outfit change into a jumpsuit, and a fully choreographed medley brought the house down. Unica even performed a hula composed by her uncle from Hawaii.
A massive cash lei kicked off the money dance, leading to hilarious moments as guests pinned bills and the couple retrieved them in creative ways. From start to finish, the night pulsed with energy, culture, faith, and artistry—a wedding that truly sounded like them.
