Wednesday, December 19, 2012

BlackBride

I remember my wedding day like it was yesterday. We had 6 months to plan our wedding. Well my mother-in-law and mother took care of everything…such great wedding planners. I learned from the BEST! Lol My husband and I have now been married for 21 years. Wow! P.S. I think I am gonna renew our vows…Shhhhh don’t tell my husband! Lol

We're all looking for that charming guy or beautiful woman to compliment us and a team to make it happen. Look no further SooSooTasty Team is here to guide you in every way. But the first place to start is the Black Bride Show there are so many ideas and options to choose from. You can experience this day with your bridesmaid's, fiance’, parents and friends. As a planner we will be able to narrow down many ideas in just one stop. Planner…check, cake..check, inviatations…check, location…check, food & beverage…check, dress & shoes …check, décor…check, bouquet…check and travel agent…check. Trust me you want forget anything after we leave Black Bride!







 *Brides MUST register on-line in order to be eligible for prize drawings throughout the day.





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Well I decided to follow my mothers footstep by becoming a cake designer and wedding consultant & Assistant . One of my favorite clients are Andrea & Melvin Jones. This Bride is a nothing close to a BRIDEZILLA! She made my job of planning and executing her entire day a pleasure. Check out our journey.
 
 The Bridal Photo Shoot
This bouquet was custom designed by SooSooTasty Events and adorn with a crystal monogram for the bride.
 
The Bridal Shower
It was a Bridal shower destination and "Brunch with Andrea" theme
All the guest wore little black dresses, hats and pearls.
Custom gift boxes with treats made by SooSooTasty
 
A toast to the Bride Andrea. The table wear and decor was proved by SooSooTasty and shipped to the location.
 
The Wedding
Wedding program
 
The Bride and her Maid of Honor
Candy, Cookie, and Dessert Buffets are a trend now and a way to say thank you to the guest. It can be customized with bags, tags, and their favorite goodies.
 
 
 
Custom cake by SooSooTasty
 
The Groom Melvin & SoSo of SooSooTasty
Grooms Cowboy theme cake
 
Gifts from the Bride & Groom for the guest
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Here are just a few of the sponsors and vendor showcases at Black Bride. Please be sure to visit each of them.

One of my favorites is the lovely Janine Lock of
 
If you are in need of travel abroad or local for any event in your life time. The door will open to some places you never knew existed!
For more information please contact Janine S.V. Lock
Phone: 678-478-1247
Website: www.yourdoortotheworld.com
Email: janine@yourdoortotheworld.com

 
 If you are in need of something elegant or custom then look no further!
 

contact
Therez Fleetwood Bridal
Destination Wedding Dresses
Custom Made Wedding Dresses
www.therezfleetwood.com
 
 
 
 
Photographer: Inije Photography & Films
Model: Lauriel Malone
MUA: Quashaunda Kitchens
Hair: Crystal Gresham Giles
Designer: Therez Fleetwood


Special Thank you to Mary Chatman Ceo & President of BlackBride for such a unique and loving way to bring people together, Marriott Marquis Atlanta a great place to have a wedding, there will be give aways, a performance by Gary "Lil G" Jenkins, lead singer of multi-platinum R&B recording group SILK, and designer of the fashion showcasing Therez Fleetwood.  
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Photos couresty of Blackbride.com
Eye-SoKeen Photograpgy Mr. Leonard King
My attire: Marshalls
My accessories: Tomeka Bailey
My shoes: Bakers of Cumberland Mall
 
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SoSo of SooSooTasty
 I can't wait to see what BlackBride has in store this year. I need new ideas for my Brides & Grooms for 2013.
Until next time Get your tickets for Black BrideJ
Tastefully SoSo

My Chocolate Pink 70's Birthday Party

I am a girl who loves ALL THINGS PINK! Except my House...Pepto Bismol and maybe my car! lol
My Birthday Charity celebration was was about Shopping, Tasting and Sipping for a great cause. Each party guest was asked to bring toiletries to donate to local shelters in honor of my birthday. I love giving back and this was a great way to do it.

Day 1 Tour De SoSo (Chocolate Pink Dinner) started out at Behnnienna Japenesse Steak House with drinks and conversation. The 1 hour and 30min wait was not gonna happen! Thanks to my business partner and friends Tawana T-Baby Randall & Robb Haskell the hunt for a dinner location was on! lol
They called several places in the area and Longhorn on Piedmont Road set it out for us and we had a lovely time. There was food, drinks, SooSooTasty Treats (BALLS), Goodie Bags filled with chocolate, comedy from the waiters and photos of course. I really enjoyed my guest and wouldn't have traded them for the world.
Longhorn
Piedmont Road
Atlanta, Ga 30318
Me and the girls...the guys were at the table drinking and talking..lol
SooSooTasty cakeballs and goodie bags for the couples

And then there was food! lol
 
 
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Day 2 Tour De SoSo (Pretty Pink Gorgeous 70's Party @ SOMA Intimate)


My #BFF's, #BLMGirl's and Special Guest helped me celebrate by donating toiletries to a Charity of my choice and that was the only SWEET GIFT I wanted. Oh, they still found it in there hearts to bring me a gift to! Here are some of my favorites:
Gifts to relax like: soft spa robes, wine and candles cause I need that, jewelry which I love to rock, my wall piece for my office which i can't wait to hang, Soul Purpose, Juicy Couture and Bath & Body Works hummmm they know me to well! lol
Time to unwrap my gifts...lol
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 Check out my fabulous Guest....
Mrs. Dotti peoples & Me


Rhonda Rosser

My niece DeeDee

Diva Austin

My Auntie Shirley looking 70ish! lol

Fab AllyMcGlam

Mrs. OhNikka Blog Diva
RhondaDivafied, Lisa and Me

My BFF's (BlogFabFashionistas)
Me (Hair change & Mrs. OhNikka)

Chaneese my intern, Me and my daughter assistant


This darling lady is NeShanta Smith-Davis fab-U-lous!

Ok, my cuz Parker Simmons rocked it!
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Shoe GAME
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Toya
Play write Keelay James


Judy getting fitted

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It's time to EAT!!!! lol
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Sabrina & I Yes, I was crying...lol

Raffle winner Dawn of Soul Purpose

Raffle winner AllyMcGlam

Raffle winner Keelay
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Ok I tried to think of all the fun treats from the 70's so Candy Apples was it! lol



Marshmallows dipped in chocolate

Sweet Treats
Strawberry Lemonade & Butter Cream Dream Cupcakes and Amaretto Chocolate Hersey Balls, Candy Apples and Chocolate covered marshmallows. Yummmy
Grilled chicken by BigEdBBQ's

Mac & Cheese by BigEdBBQ's

Veggie Pasta Salad by Sabrina's



Tasty Food
My favorite Veggie Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Grilled Chicken and Mini cornbread by BigEdBBQs & Southern Cuisine
 
Signature Drink for the evening (SoPinkalicious) Pink Lemonade, Mascoto, fresh crushed strawberries shaken and topped with a lemon and lime.
Goodie Bags included: 70's candy mix and a pack of Koolade so my guest can enjoy my drink at home. lol
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I enjoyed a Gorgeous Party Tweetup @ SOMA of Cumberland Mall. If you haven't been there you should check out their intimate appreal and clothing.I want to give a special thank you to my Blog Mentor Mrs. OhNikka and all of my guest for support me. The SOMA Intimate staff were soooo SWEET and as a sponsor of my party made me feel like a STAR. My 3rd sponsor is my loving husband of BigEdBBQs & Southern Cuisine he made sure my guest was full! lol My 4th sponsor was from Darcy's Botanical of Powdserspings Goergia she donated products for my 1st 20 guest. Thank you to my photographer Leonard oif EyeSoKeen and my Assistants Sharde, Chanesse and Sabrina job well done!
www.soma.com for your intimate apparel
www.soosootasty.com for your desserts and BigEdBBQs & Southern Cuisine for catering
www.darcysbotanicls.com for your custom made products
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This year my attire was from the same boutique "It's You Too" and my accessories are from BAKERS Shoe Store of Cumberland Mall.

I scored this sexy pink piece last year for my Birthday Dinner And Birthday Photo Shoot from the same boutique.


When was the last time you donated to a worthy cause? I love giving back because it could have always been me. Here are a few tips on how to give back and what procedures to follow.
How Do You Pick a Charity or Cause for Your Donation?
Need and Mission
I pick charities that I support based on my life experiences and also based on the need. Some of the larger charities have plenty of support so many times I choose to support smaller ones- again, based on the need and the mission of the charity. As a breast cancer survivor for instance, I choose to support our local Cancer Society instead of supporting it nationally. I feel like that is the best use of the money that I donate and I also donate my time locally.
Personal Experience
I choose a charity I have worked with and had experience with. I tend to choose charities that are local rather than national. For example, the local chapter of the Red Cross or a specific Red Cross campaign, like disaster assistance for people in my immediate area (floods in Iowa in 2008).
Where I Know and am Known
I give to charities that I'm involved with. I volunteer, attend their performances, know the people on the board. That is giving I feel safe with.
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So what are you waiting for start GIVING!
 

Until next time see you at the next Charity Event which is coming November 17/2012 and yes there will be SWEET Treats...Tastefully SoSo