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Bridgette’s Pick of the Week: Wedding Top Knots

19 Jun2013 By Bridgette Leave a Comment

This "side" knot is a stylish option for the unconventional bride.

While my own hair is currently short and will probably be even shorter for my wedding day, there are many of you who are opting to rock your tresses long for your strut down the aisle. In years past, women were confined to the basic low chignons or predictable high buns that screamed “prom hairdo” but not anymore. The options for updos as of late are modern and fashion forward. No Styrofoam donuts needed, the messier, the better! Here are a few (including the pic above) that I’m feeling at the moment: [Read more...]

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Are You a Fan or Foe of Adult-Only Wedding Receptions?

17 Jun2013 By Bridgette 22 Comments

Just like hair, few topics get people to go from zero to ninety like that of their children. When I experienced a South African safari, the biggest (and sweetest) takeaway was witnessing the natural instinct living beings have to protect their offspring. So it comes as no surprise that some individuals express great disappointment when learning that they’re invited to a wedding celebration where children are not allowed to attend. [Read more...]

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Triple B Father’s Day Tribute with Cousin Mars

14 Jun2013 By Bridgette 11 Comments

Tie the Knot Tuesday alum Camille and her dad are all smiles during her reception.

Life teaches valuable lessons. For years I dreaded Father’s Day. It reminded me of a major void in my life. Father’s Day to me was similar to Valentine’s Day for someone who was dumped a week prior. My most valuable Father’s Day lessons came in the form of nieces and godchildren. They served as my first opportunities to play a parental role. My role wasn’t that of a father, but often not too far off of that course.

So, here’s how life taught me a lesson: [Read more...]

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Black Bridal Bliss Father’s Day EXCLUSIVE Q&A with NFL’s Kyle Arrington

11 Jun2013 By Cousin Mars 18 Comments

Lean on Me: Kyle (pictured) shares his joys and fears of fatherhood with Black Bridal Bliss!

Triple B will return to the regularly scheduled Tie the Knot Tuesday programming next week. Today however, please enjoy the exclusive interview Cousin Mars snagged with NFL corner back Kyle Arrington – who has been married just over one year — on marriage, manhood, being an unperfect father to his infant son Kyle, Jr. and the funny pet peeve he has regarding his wife VaShonda’s hair. Plus, Kyle shares his Father’s Day wish list with Triple B. [Read more...]

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Celebrities Getting Hitched Summer 2013!

10 Jun2013 By Bridgette 4 Comments

RHOATL star Nene Leakes is preparing to be a bride again this summer.

Summer 2013 wedding season has begun! Have you attended any weddings yet? (Remember, Triple B is always searching for real-weddings to feature in Tie the Knot Tuesday.) In addition to your cousins, church members, college buddies and co-workers, there are several celebrities preparing to say “I Do” this summer. Here are the top three Triple B is most excited about:

Bridgette’s Pick of the Week – Baby’s Breath Bouquets

5 Jun2013 By Bridgette 7 Comments

Richmond, VA bride Clare and her girls: Baby's breath bouquets can be surprisingly chic!

Here’s the long and short of it. I do not have a large floral budget for my wedding. It is what it is. However I have an awesome support team (Thanks again, Nicole!) and I’ll be tapping into as many online frugal resources to execute my ideas as possible. There will be quite a bit of DIY going on. One idea I’m considering incorporating into my big day: Baby’s Breath! [Read more...]

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Tie the Knot Tuesday (THROWBACK VIDEO) – Fanta & Ian

4 Jun2013 By Bridgette 16 Comments

Picture Perfect: Meet SpelHouse Duo Fanta & Ian

Couple: Fanta & Ian
Wedding Date: June 11, 2011
Wedding Location: (ceremony & reception) 200 Peachtree, Atlanta, GA
Theme: Love Notes [Read more...]

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Marriage Matters – Are you “Leaning In”?

3 Jun2013 By Bridgette 4 Comments

Many felt the book and film ...Think Like a Man... encouraged women to downplay their professional success for a relationship.

Unless you’ve been under a rock the past few months, you’re aware of the best-selling book Lean In (Knopf) penned by Facebook CEO Sheryl Sandberg. Sandberg doesn’t identify as Black but Triple B occasionally addresses people, places and things in popular culture because they strongly influence Black women. I’ll be honest, I haven’t read the book and I’m not sure if I will but a whole lot of Black women have and will so I want to know what you all were feeling about the book and the messages in it. [Read more...]

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Final Fridays with Cousin Mars – Putting a Ring on It

31 May2013 By Cousin Mars 16 Comments

The Ring Doesn't Mean a Thing...Or Does It? Cousin Mars shares his pov on engagement ring costs.

So, Beyonce said “If you liked it, then you should’ve put a ring on it.” S. Carter turned around and put an 18-carat ring on it. Well, my last name ain’t Carter and unfortunately I don’t currently have his money. However, Mr. Carter doesn’t have Mark Zuckerberg money and it has been reported that Mark spent under $2k for the engagement ring he purchased for Priscilla Chan. Clearly people have different ideas of what should be spent on an engagement ring. [Read more...]

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Target’s New Bridal Collection – Would You Buy These Gowns?

30 May2013 By Bridgette 5 Comments

Wedding Wonder: This strapless satin column is less than $100 at Target!

As you might have heard, the mass retailer Target aka Tar-jay is now carrying a bridal collection. Yes, really. Now you can actually purchase your wedding dress from the same place you ordered your backyard patio furniture! The collection, sold exclusively online, launched with four wedding gowns, eight bridesmaids dresses and two flower girls dresses. [Read more...]