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LaVon Lewis has gone to great lengths to find love. The CEO of branding agency Creative Velocity took part in the Peacock dating reality series, The Queen’s Court, ending his time on the show engaged to former Basketball Wives star Evelyn Lozada.
But that wasn’t meant to be. What was, was meeting and falling in love with Atlanta-based personal injury attorney Daedra Fenwick.
“I saw her on a conference flyer. Our photos were side by side, and something about her made me pause,” LaVon recalls. “I didn’t know her, hadn’t met her, but I kept going back to that image. There was something in her eyes that stayed with me.”
While the two were set to speak at the same event, they wouldn’t meet. But the stars would still align, because months later, he saw a video of her vacationing in the Bahamas on Instagram and realized, remarkably, they’d been following each other for years.
“LaVon recognized the resort, saw that I posted it, and did something that he never does, and that is send me a message,” says Daedra. “From there, we started messaging back and forth, and he asked if it was okay to call me. I said yes, and we spent hours talking until the sun came up.”
That was just the beginning for the two. Upon her return to Atlanta, they were quickly two peas in a pod.
“The next day, when I got back to Atlanta, we had our first date, and we’ve been together ever since,” she says. “I knew he was the one when we saw each other five times in that first week. It was clear from the very beginning that this was special.”
Very special.
“I knew I had found my wife in the way everything aligned without effort. The conversations, the vulnerability, the transparency, the peace, and the way she saw me clearly from the beginning in a way that no one ever has,” LaVon shares. “It didn’t feel new; it felt like I had finally arrived somewhere I was always meant to be.”
Those experiences culminated in the pair falling in love, getting engaged, and tying the knot on April 11 in New Orleans. A not-too-far destination wedding. From the photos and their account of the day, it was magical—and grand, with help from ballerinas and a Second Line to close out the night. We spoke with the newlyweds about the best day of their lives, their favorite moments, and why the Big Easy was the perfect place to go all out in the name of love.
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ESSENCE: How did you choose your venue and theme?
Daedra Fenwick: We wanted a destination wedding that still felt close enough for everyone to truly show up and experience it with us. New Orleans gave us that balance effortlessly. The culture, the food, the energy… it already feels like a celebration before you even begin planning.
For the welcome party, we chose Vue Orleans, sitting atop the Four Seasons New Orleans. We reserved the 1st-floor experience, the 33rd-floor indoor observatory, and the 34th-floor open-air rooftop deck. Each level created a different mood. Guests moved through the night, taking in new views, new conversations, new energy. It felt layered and intentional, like the night was unfolding in chapters.
For our ceremony and reception, we chose The MISI. The rooftop overlooks downtown and the Mississippi River, giving us a breathtaking backdrop for the ceremony. As the evening transitioned, we moved inside for the reception, where the space felt modern, clean, and expansive, with balconies framing the city from every angle.
What were your favorite moments from the day?
LaVon: My favorite moment was seeing her for the first time. I had never seen her dress, so when she walked out, and we locked eyes, everything slowed down. It hit me all at once, and I couldn’t hold it together. That moment brought me to tears.
Another moment that meant everything to me was a surprise I’ve been working on for four months. I brought out Tamika Scott from Xscape, one of Dae’s favorite groups. She performed a melody of songs for her, and watching Dae’s reaction made all the planning and coordination worth it.
Most people know Dae as an incredible attorney, but what they may not know is how deep her love for music runs. She even created a game called Kulture Karaoke that made its way into major retailers. It was a piece of her world, brought into the wedding at that moment.
Seeing how much it touched her…that’s what stayed with me. I didn’t just want to give her a surprise; I wanted to create a memory she would feel forever.
Daedrea: My favorite memory was definitely walking down the aisle and seeing LaVon waiting for me. The moment our eyes met, everything else faded. It was like the entire day led up to that exact second.
I also loved getting dressed with my mom, mother-in-law, sisters, and friends. We didn’t have a traditional bridal party, but I was still able to create those memories with them. There was so much laughter and joy in that space, and it made the entire day feel calm and stress-free.
What are you looking forward to most about married life?
LaVon: I’ve never met someone where, from day one, I felt completely safe. That’s something men don’t talk about enough. Our hearts have to feel safe in order to commit on this level. Daedrea is that for me. She’s my safe space, the person I can build with, think with, and just be with.
Our combined family brings me a level of peace and joy I didn’t even know I was missing. She’s the type of woman I always wanted and needed, but didn’t know existed. I’m in awe of her daily. Her character, her perspective, the way she moves through life, it’s unmatched.
And for me, being an on-the-go business owner, she doesn’t just understand it… she meets me there. She gets me, she gets it, and she makes me better. I have a true partner in every sense, and that’s something I’ve always wanted.
Daedrea: I’m looking forward to everything that comes with building our life together, not just the big moments, but the everyday ones too. Having a partner I respect, trust, and who is genuinely my best friend makes me excited for what’s ahead.
What makes it even more meaningful is how naturally we align. LaVon owns Creative Velocity, an award-winning branding agency, and I’m a partner at Stewart Miller Simmons Trial Attorneys. On paper, our worlds can look completely different, but in reality, we share the same mindset, the same drive, and the same commitment to God. That alignment shows up in how we support each other and how we’re building our life together.
With LaVon, I feel seen, I feel covered, and I feel challenged in all the right ways. I’m excited to grow together, to build something meaningful, to create memories, and to continue evolving as individuals and as a couple.
Check out the beautiful imagery, shot by Reem Photography, and learn more about their road to the altar in this week’s Bridal Bliss.
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A Charming Start to the Ceremony
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A Kiss to Seal the Deal
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The New Mr. and Mrs. Lewis
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Here’s to the Future and All It Holds!
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Vendors
Wedding Planner: @lcdevents
Photography: @photosbyreem
Videography: @unleashedvizuals
Wedding Venue: @themisinola
Welcome Party Venue: @vueorleansnola
LaVon’s Tux: @bespokuture
Daedrea’s Dress: @matopeda.atelier
Makeup: @bforbeaute.co
Hair: @glambymaame
Entertainment: @jiggamcc
DJ: @djjsmoov82
Content Creator: @blissful.details