The Maybelline Story

Maybelline’s Runaway Bride and Groom.

By Sharrie Williams · Written February 2012 · 1 min read

Once upon a time, in 1936, there was a young man named Tom Lyle Williams Jr., who was so shy, he’d rather cancel his Wedding and elope, than face all the drama. So his beloved – Marquerite Neel – agreed, but not without a loophole.


Maybelline’s Runaway Bride and Groom.



Marquerite’s mother had sent the invitations, the gifts were arriving and the Church was reserved. Marquerite, had to save face, so when her dear father became seriously ill, the loophole was found.



Maybelline’s Runaway Bride and Groom.



The big Church Wedding was canceled, and a small intimate ceremony was set at the Brides home. The Groom breathed a sigh of relief, and the Bride saved face.

Maybelline’s Runaway Bride and Groom.

Marquerite killed two birds with one stone. She pleased her family and her new husband – and was forever remembered as a beautiful Bride.



Maybelline’s Runaway Bride and Groom.
And when the ceremony was over, Tom and Marquerite were out of there, as fast as their legs would carry them.. But the good news is,

 They Lived Happily Ever After…….

Maybelline’s Runaway Bride and Groom.

 Tom Lyle Williams, owner of the Maybelline Co. with his son Tom Lyle Williams Jr.




VALENTINES DAY – IS ONLY TWO DAY’S AWAY. STAY TUNED FOR MORE MAYBELLINE, ROMANCES, NEXT WEEK.

Coming soon · Next from Sharrie Williams

Maybe She’s Born With It

The next chapter of the Maybelline family story. Get a text the day it’s out.

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