Give Back To the Sistas in Your Life This Season!

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Hi, ladies! Normally, we at Yazzie & Co. would dish on latest ways to be a fly and fabulous bride. This time around, we’re going to get in the true spirit of the season by having you give back. That’s right; instead of salivating over the spectacular gifts that you’re going to get this year, why not channel that same energy into treating the sistas in your life? Not only will they appreciate this gesture from your heart, you’ll also feel great about making them smile. If you’re not sure how to go about that, keep reading for some great ideas from yours truly.

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Chances are that you’ve been driving your maid of honor up the wall while planning your wedding. And as great a best friend or sister as she’s been to you, we’re pretty she’d love you even more for showing her how much you appreciate her being there. So, what better way to do that than to give her a lovely jewelry keepsake? We personally think that she’d really appreciate a pretty pair of pearl earrings from Macy's.

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Perhaps, your Thank You list has extended to every bridesmaid in your party. After all, they’ve weathered the craziness that is planning your wedding, so it’s only fair that they receive lovely tokens of appreciation. You’ll definitely score a home run by gifting them with Yazzie & Co.'s bridal t-shirts. Not to toot our own horn, but they’ll appreciate the sass and the soulfulness that they’ve got to offer!

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Then again, you may want to take some time out of your bridal organizing schedule to pay homage to the woman that has raised you from girl to woman this season. While Mom may be proud to see her baby walk down the aisle, we’re certain that she’d adore you even more if you presented her with a gift of love. So, why not go the extra mile by treating her to a mother-daughter spa day at The Back Room? You’ll be able to bond over the exquisite treatments while sharing in your sisterhood.

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With a few great gift ideas on your list, you ought to be ready to hit the scene for some last-minute holiday shopping. Even better, you’ll be able to treat all the ladies in your life who’ve made it this far with you as you prepare to start your new life. You’re blessed with the gift of sisterhood and we encourage you to celebrate that this season.

Wishing you a Happy Kwanzaa, Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, and a Wonderful New Year,

The Yazzie Blogger

Shop Smart for the Sensational Bride This Season!

Hello, everyone! If you’re one of the lucky people who have to shop for an upcoming bride this season, fear not. Yazzie & Co. has got the perfect present for the soon-to-be newlywed in your life – our chic bridal t-shirts. Designed with sass and soul, our tees represent the tradition of our culture with the modern sensibilities of today’s sista. If you’re not sure where to begin, scroll on down and let us introduce you to a few of our snazzy numbers that’ll work for every kind of bride.

Let’s say that you’re on the lookout for a t-shirt that’s just as brash as the busy bride in your world. Well, you absolutely can’t go wrong with our Rapture baby tee. It’s cute enough for her to wear as she’s running the town, yet comfy enough for her to chill in when she’s winding down. Even better, she’ll love the Bridezilla icon for being as bold as she is.

Rapture Bridal Tee for $28.50

Perhaps, the soon-to-be bride is a mellow smooth kind of girl who is all about keeping things peaceful. It’s as easy as a Sunday morning to find the perfect tee – our Close Your Eyes tank top. Created in four lovely colors – gentle pink, soothing gray, tranquil lavender, and serene blue – she’ll fall head over heels with the simple t-shirt.

Close Your Eyes Bridal Tank Top for $14.40 (20% off)

Then again, you may be shopping for a bride whose heart is firmly steeped in tradition but aren’t sure how to pay homage to both. Well, this is where our Carrie bridal t-shirt comes in. Long-sleeved and styled in a baseball design, it honors both the longstanding legacy of HBCU pride and the beginning of a new life. Not only will she appreciate the tribute that you’re paying to her, she’ll fall in love with its jazzy style.

The Carrie Baseball Tee for $30.00

You’ve got a few weeks to check out our vast selection of bridal tees, so don’t fret. After all, Yazzie & Co. is here to help make the best choices for your holiday gifts. You can catch us on Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, or even drop us an e-mail if you’re seeking more holiday shopping advice from yours truly. So, until next time…

Happy Holidays,

The Yazzie Blogger

Mommy-To-Be Mode - Terrific Style Tips For the Expectant Bride

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Back in the day, getting married while with child was a fate that a bride-to-be avoided at all costs. In recent years, however, society has become relaxed towards the idea of an expectant woman walking down the aisle towards her betrothed. Sharing the promise of commitment while presenting the new life that is growing inside of you adds a special element to your big day that goes beyond a typical wedding. With this in mind, you can succeed in flaunting that fabulous bridal style with the opulent options that are available for mommy-to-bes. Whether you’re looking for a gown that flatters your growing belly or a dress that conceals your fruitful frame, you’ll be sure to find something that will allow your loved ones to appreciate the wonder of your wedding day while adoring the beauty of pregnancy.

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If you’re in no rush to get married before you start showing and aren’t bashful about your fuller figure, Pregnant Bride suggests that you look into shopping for a maternity gown. Hardly the monstrous muumuus of yesteryear, there are scores of sensational styles to choose from. What’s better, you can also shop online for beautiful bridal gowns from such wedding boutique websites such as Jessica Iverson Couture without having to sacrifice the luxury that a designer gown would bring. However, it is strongly suggested that you acquire a tailor that will be able to make last-minute alterations without spending a great deal of time or fuss, should you become bigger over time.

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Then again, if you prefer to tie the knot before you start to show, we at Yazzie & Co. highly suggest that you collaborate with a masterful wedding dress maker or sharp bridal designer that will be able to skillfully conceal your growing belly. Do immediately inform them of your being with child so that they can accommodate you by adjusting your gown while being able to take it in prior to your big day so that it will fit your frame. According to Pregnant Bride, an early-pregnancy bride can’t go wrong with an A-line gown or a baby-doll style dress – both of which you’d be sure to find in Therez Fleetwood's versatile wedding dress collection.

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Worried about choosing the right accessories that will complete your magnificent mommy-to-be bridal style? No need to be, for you can still wear that radiant veil and stunning ring on the big day while being mindful of what you pick. For instance, you should make sure that your veil isn’t so long that you run the risk of tripping over it. In addition, you want to make sure that your chosen wedding ring will fit you on your wedding day. Pregnant Bride recommends that you have your real ring fitted before you are further along while using a mock ring for the ceremony or snagging a trinket that will fit your already-swollen finger on that day and alter it post-pregnancy. As for your hot honeymoon night? You’ll surely be able to find your share of sultry lingerie to fit your frame that will knock your new hubby’s socks off. With lovely maternity unmentionables from chic websites such as Bellabumbum to pick from, you’ll finish off your wedding day with a fabulous flourish!

Sincerely,

The Yazzie Blogger

Bring Out That Bodacious Style with Our Bad Bethune Tee

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Hey, ladies! We at Yazzie & Co. hope that you’ve enjoyed our feature on our brand new HBCU t-shirts thus far. However, if you have yet to check it out, well, allow us to introduce you to our stylish bridal baseball tees. Whether you’re shopping for a marvelous maid-of-honor, a beautiful bridesmaid, or a magnificent matron-of-honor, our tees will flatter every kind of fashionable girl. More than just trendy pieces, our collection is steeped in the impressive history and remarkable tradition of our people.

Searching for a way to gift the bride without breaking the bank? Perhaps, you’re looking for that special present that captures the very essence of the girl that’s about to jump the broom. If either is the case, you’re definitely in luck with our t-shirt of the week – our chic Bethune bridal tee. Not only does it bring its righteous origins to mind with its ravishing red, beautiful blue, and wonderful white colors, it represents the righteous sista to the fullest. If the new bride or bride-to-be is the kind of woman who is all about giving back while looking sharp, then our bridal t-shirt is the perfect way to sum this up at a bargain price. What’s more, its preshrunk 100% cotton material guarantees a great fit for every frame while feeling super-soft to the touch. One-part spunk with one-part style with a whole lot of school spirit, your girl will definitely be the toast of the town in this terrific tee.

In turn, we at Yazzie & Co. would love to hear your feedback on our lovely HBCU bridal tees. We want to know if they truly represent you as the sassy, sophisticated, and soulful women that you are. You can either e-mail us at yazzieblogger@yazzieco.com or drop us a line on our MySpace page.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

Jump for Joy in Our Jubilee T-Shirt

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What’s up, ladies! The last time we spoke, we were introducing you to our lovely new HBCU bridal t-shirt line. Made with the honor of tradition in mind, we at Yazzie & Co. created this collection as a love letter to our dedicated clientele. After all, with the weather becoming warmer and the fashions becoming more carefree, it’s a great time to add one of tees to create a cool and sexy look. Moreover, it’s the perfect gift for a Spring bride who wants to flaunt her upcoming nuptials with style!

With that said, we’d like to introduce you to our t-shirt of the week: the jazzy Jubilee tee. Bursting with Bayou flair, this navy and white baseball tee is just the thing for the girl who is a determined diva. Whether she’s the proud mother of the bride or her best sistagirl, she’ll be making chic moves while showcasing her school spirit. Furthermore, our t-shirt is specifically made with 100% preshrunk cotton for an extremely comfortable fit that doesn’t skimp on style. So, what better than to hook your girl up in a tee that shouts her status out in gold!

We at Yazzie & Co.believe that our clients should always have the opportunity to dress in style without breaking the bank. This is why our bridal t-shirt collections are designed with the bargain bride in mind. Not only are they priced reasonably, they represent the soulful, sassy, and sophisticated sista that is all about being elegant and stylish. Guilt-free glamour with the air of school pride, our HBCU tees work as pieces that will surely jazz up a girl’s wardrobe!

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

Show Some Soulful School Spirit with Our Abby Tee

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Hey, ladies! It’s a new month in a new season and Yazzie & Co. wants to kick it off with a new bridal t-shirt line and a new blog. With the astounding success of our Uptown Bridal collection, we wanted to expand with a line of tees that celebrated the pride of black college life. Thus, we have created our HBCU bridal t-shirt collection with our sassy, sophisticated, and soulful sistas in mind. After all, we think it fair to pay homage to one of the places that shaped you into the woman that you are today: your historically black college and university.

That being said, we’d like to introduce you to our terrific The Abby t-shirt. Designed in a pretty powder blue and white combination, this baseball tee evokes the taste that is befitting of the spectacular sista. Its ¾ length sleeves and soft preshrunk cotton make for a chic and comfy fit. What’s more, it’s accessible to every kind of sophisticated lady – from the breathtaking bride to her beautiful bridesmaids. The marvelous matron of honor and the magnificent maid of honor can also share in the school spirit with this sensational tee.

Over the next few weeks, we at Yazzie & Co. are are going to profile our growing collection of HBCU bridal t-shirts in our blog. Not merely any bridal t-shirt company, we’re determined to change the fashion game while staying true to our roots. Thus, we think that our uniting wonderful wedding flair and splendid school pride will change the way that you approach bridal chic. So, stay tuned to our lovely blog for more bridal tees for you to drool over. Your closet will definitely thank you later.

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

Snap Up That Spectacular Vintage Wedding Style While Saving a Bundle!

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Hello, ladies. Have you ever dreamt of walking down the aisle in an elegant dress that is worthy of old-school glamour? Perhaps, you’ve been dying to bring your Dorothy Dandridge vision to life on your wedding day, but aren’t quite sure on how to clinch that without spending a lot. This is where Yazzie & Co. steps in, for we’ve got a great solution for you – shop vintage. That’s right, save big by shopping for your wedding dress at a thrift store or a consignment shop. You’re guaranteed to find a real treasure there, for you’ll be able to time-travel without having to step into a time machine.

With Smart Money Magazine recently declaring it as a fast-growing shopping trend, you should definitely jump on the vintage shopping bandwagon. Admittedly, being surrounded by various dresses from different eras and diverse styles can be a bit daunting. If this is the case for you, you can kick your vintage wedding dress shopping expedition off by choosing a thrift store or consignment shop based on location. As is the case in reviewing real estate, you’re more likely to find a great vintage designer find at a wonderful bargain in a better location. Another thing that you need to bear in mind is that while consignment shops are known for not accepting any less-than-perfect garments, thrift stores are more lax with what they’ll take in. Thus, if you decide to purchase your gown at a thrift store, you need to shop with an extremely discerning and patient eye. After all, you do not want to be stuck with a torn and stained wedding dress on your big day. Do also make sure that the dress that you eventually choose is a good fit for your frame, for while it can be returned at a consignment store, you cannot return it or any merchandise from a thrift store. As we suggested in our last blog, you should pick a dress that is within two dress sizes of yours so that your seamstress can make the needed alterations to make you look like your fabulous self.

So, before you let the recession convince you to give up on finding that spectacular wedding gown, dive into the wide and wonderful world of vintage shopping. Not only will it open your eyes to the possibility of discovering your dream wedding gown, it will also challenge you to think outside the box when it comes to shopping for bridal treasures. Look around your city for some great thrift shops and cool consignment stores. However, if there isn’t one in your vicinity, we at Yazzie & Co. also suggest that you check out the timeless treasures at Vintage Gown. You’ll take a load off your wallet without having to sacrifice your magnificently magical wedding day style!

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger