“The Love Experience” is an editorial project that features dynamic couples in love. The series, shot by fashion photographer, Bryce Lennon, aims to highlight diversity within the world of fashion.”

Meet Amber and Martina the final couple featured on “The Love Experience”for Cycle 1. Ten years after their first encounter, the universe brought them back together with a purpose. On Saturday, February 8th, Martina proposed to Amber in a room full of family and friends! Luckily, we were able to catch up with them before they left for Paris the following day. Here is their story!

As mentioned previously, Amber and Martina initially met a decade ago, and did not reconnect until years later. “A few friends wanted to hang out, and have a few drinks. Amber happened to be bartender. There was an attraction, but nothing more than a brief conversation came of it. We didn’t realize at the time, but we have a couple of friends in common that we both often spent time with socially. Somehow, we were never in the same city at the same time, and never bumped into each other over the years. There was this one time where we both attended the same party, but somehow didn’t see each other. We’re convinced the universe kept us apart so we wouldn’t screw it up before our time.” says Martina.

However, it wasn’t until Amber and Martina crossed paths again that everything made sense. They found each other at a local event, and the attraction was still there after all these years. Contact information was exchanged, and the rest was history! Amber and Martina were like a match made in heaven 🙂 .

When it comes down to their relationship, Amber and Martina prioritize respect and personal growth before everything else. According to Maritna, “I have been lucky enough to find a partner that I respect, who finds joy in seeing me flourish, and who accepts me as I continuously evolve. When you find that person, honor the love and loyalty!” 

The UnregisteredStyle team wish Amber and Martina the absolute best for the future, and we can’t wait to see where their future marriage takes them! Thank you for sharing with us ladies 🙂 .

“The Love Experience” is an editorial project that features dynamic couples in love. The series, shot by fashion photographer, Bryce Lennon, aims to highlight diversity within the world of fashion.”

It’s hard to believe that the first cycle of “The Love Experience” is coming to a close. So far, we’ve featured a total of eight couples, and we have two more to get through before the week is out. So, without wasting time, let’s give it up  for our newlyweds, Jordan and Kourtney!

Their love story began back in the summer of 2011. Jordan who was living locally at the time, met Kourtney at a fourth of July cookout hosted by the creator of UnregisteredStyle, Bryce Lennon. “Jordan has known Bryce Lennon since high school, and heard he was hosting one of his epic parties. I was new to the Philly area, and met Bryce through my college roommate and friend. The cookout was the kickoff to my first summer in the city,” Kourtney says.

What a great way to bring in summer. New job, new friends, and a new love interest! Like Kourtney, Jordan came to the cookout for a good time. He left with so much more than that. “I arrived to the party before Kourtney, and noticed her when she arrived. She immediately caught my eye,” Jordan says.

After their first encounter at the cookout, Jordan and Kourtney remained in contact for the next few months. Their attraction for one another became undeniable. On December 16, 2011, Jordan and Kourtney became boyfriend and girlfriend. Seven years later, Jordan proposed, and they walked down the isle on September 1, 2019.

Before saying their vows, Jordan and Kourtney established a deeper connection through premarital counseling. Kourtney adds, “Once marriage was on the table, we did premarital counseling with our Pastor. He asked, “If the person you’re with never changed, would still marry them?” The reason being is that you can’t expect marriage to change someone, and there’s a possibility that could happen. Of course, there is expected growth to occur. However, if it didn’t happen, would you still marry them.”

Great advice! As a couple, Jordan and Kourtney also recommend premarital counseling for any couple considering marriage! “It helps couples critically think about their life post wedding day,” Jordan mentions.

Thank you for sharing your love story with us Jordan and Kourtney! We hope to hear from you two again in the future. Best of luck! Thanks for reading!

“The Love Experience” is an editorial project that features dynamic couples in love. The series, shot by fashion photographer, Bryce Lennon, aims to highlight diversity within the world of fashion.”

As they say, relationships are hard work! This is especially true with a few years under your belt as a couple. Today, we are introducing Todd and Acira to “The Love Experience.” In more ways than one, this dynamic duo has been working hard to strengthen their relationship, and it will definitely pay off in the long run. Want to know more? Check out their story below!

When they first met a few years ago, Acira completely dismissed Todd’s friendly advances. Wait, why? For one, they were both at work saving lives (Seriously). Two, Todd was a complete stranger. Lastly, Acira was grieving the discharge of her client. She wasn’t in the mood to engage with someone new, let alone a stranger. It wasn’t until a conversation about religion came up, that Acira began to slowly let her guard down.

She had this to say, “Todd and I crossed paths in the suburbs of Robbinsville, NJ, while we were both working with at risk youth. One day, he had to pick up one of clients as a favor for his colleague. When he arrived, my client was so excited because she recognized Todd’s face, and he previously taught at her school. Todd was trying to make small talk with me, and I was not interested at first. He mentioned seeing me at church, and he immediately received my attention. He was sweet, well mannered, and had a decent sense of humor.”

The fun didn’t stop there! “After the conversation ended, I told one of my staff members that I was interested in Acira, and eventually gave her my number,” Todd says.

Fast forward to 2020, Todd and Acira have maintained their relationship through mutual respect and personal space. Those two factors alone lead to a healthy love experience. Acira states, “Give each other the space and freedom to be yourself in a relationship. So frequently, we put on a facade, and can’t maintain it as the relationship progresses. Todd and I give each other space to be nerdy, awkward, or occasionally distant without being penalized for being our authentic selves.”

Hey, if it’s works for them, it works for us! Be sure to come back on Monday for the last week of “The Love Experince!” Todd and Acira, we wish you two love birds the best of luck! Thanks for reading.

“The Love Experience” is an editorial project that features dynamic couples in love. The series, shot by fashion photographer, Bryce Lennon, aims to highlight diversity within the world of fashion.”

We’re more than half way through the month, and there are still quite a few couples to get through. That having been said, we have another dynamic duo ready to take their former platonic relationship to new heights. Yes, they were friends first! Cute, right? Now that we have your full attention, join us in welcoming Kassiah and Meese to “The Love Experience!”

The happy couple originally met back in high school, which cemented their friendship early. It wasn’t until years later that Kassiah would begin to pursue Meese romantically. Why all of a sudden now? What’s the whole story? According to Meese, “Kassiah and I met in 2002 at an anti-smoking convention aimed at high school students. It wasn’t love at first site since we were friends for almost seventeen years. Kassiah began to pursue me romantically, and it took me a while realize he wanted to be more than just friends.  He began hanging out more, taking me out to dinner, and before I knew it, we were in a relationship.”

You hear that everyone? Use a healthy friendship to start planting seeds in your future relationship. Remember, it only takes time and consistently to keep the ball rolling. Kassiah and Meese agree, and had this to say, “For all the hopeful lovers out there, make sure you develop a strong foundation through friendship. This will give you the opportunity to get to know each other on a deeper level, one that you may not reach if you jump right into a romantic relationship too fast. It definitely creates a stronger foundation for your journey together.”

Thank you Kassiah and Meese for sharing your love story with us! If everything plays out correctly, we hope to see you at the wedding alter very soon. Best of luck!

How did you meet your significant other? Feel free to share with us in the comments section below. Thanks for reading!