Jump The Broom With Joyful Style!

(Jumping the Broom by Annie Lee - Image Courtesy of Howerton Wooten Events)

Hey, everybody! We at Yazzie & Co. know that your wedding day is one of the biggest milestones in your life and definitely understand the importance of tradition. This is why it’s the perfect opportunity to incorporate the time-honored act of jumping the broom. More than just a mere catchphrase, it has been regarded as a rite of passage in symbolizing devotion for generations. While jumping the broom had once been considered as a painful reminder of black love and commitment being unrecognized during slavery, the success of Alex Haley’s celebration of African American heritage, Roots, brought it back to prominence. If you’re not quite sure if this is the route that you’d like to take, consider the parts that complete the special broom. The broomstick represents family and its handle symbolizes an Almighty spirit, while the ribbons represent the ties that bind you and your beloved together for eternity. Once you’ve got that in mind, it’ll be easy for you to bring that great tradition to life with your own special touch.

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If you’ve decided on staging a Jumping the Broom ceremony, you should definitely choose your broom a few weeks in advance. After all, you want to make sure that you have the time to pick that special broom with care. According to Black Bridal Guide, it can feature anything from refined ribbons that hint at your wedding theme to beautiful cowrie shells that are a nod to your culture. Silk and fresh flowers are also welcome decorations that will spruce up your broom. You can purchase one from a local ethnic store or an online black bridal store such as Black Bridal Guide. If you’d prefer to cut costs, a simple household broom will do just fine. Larry James of Weddings by Lance suggests that you decorate it with your bridesmaids on a night before your wedding. Not only will you be personalizing your broom, but you’ll have the chance to bond with your sistas without the craziness that wedding planning brings.

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Black Bridal Guide suggests that you make sure that the spiritual leader that you’ve chosen to officiate over your wedding ceremony is willing to include your Jump the Broom moment. Although the tradition is widely accepted in African American culture, there are some that prefer not to act out the rite of passage because of social and/or religious beliefs. If he or she has no qualms about it, then you can go forward and include everyone in attendance to participate in your Jumping the Broom ceremony on your big day by having them tie ribbons with their written initials around the broom branches before the ceremony. That way, your guests will represent the proverbial Village that is watching you take your leap to the next stage in your life. Larry James of Weddings by Lance suggests that you choose a convenient time before the bridal ceremony for them to do so. After you and your beloved hubby share your first kiss as man and wife, your maid of honor or his best man can place the broom in front of the two of you so that you can jump. Once presented as the new Mr. and Mrs., you’ll take that giant step towards your new life together and let the sweeping music carry you away towards great possibilities.

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Once the festivities are over, don’t forget to save your wedding broom as a memento of your special day. According to Black Bridal Guide, you can preserve it in a special keepsake box so that it will stand the test of time. It can be passed down to your future children and grandchildren when they decide to tie the knot, thus keeping African American tradition alive. If you’re also looking for a chic way to give props to this special rite of passage, you can purchase our one-of-kind Jumping The Broom/Soul Inspiration bridal tee from our official website. It’ll serve as the perfect example of paying homage to love’s legacy and lifetime devotion – much like your Jumping the Broom ceremony!

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

Yay or Nay: Is Hiring a Wedding Planner Right For You?

Hi, ladies! Have you been debating whether you should hire a wedding planner? Perhaps, you’ve been wondering why you should hire a bridal consultant. Whichever sides of the fence you’re standing on; this is where we at Yazzie & Co. come in. In this blog, we aim to lay out the facts about bridal consultants so that you can make the best decision about your big day.

The first thing you need to consider before hiring a wedding event planner is the one issue that is tantamount to your entire wedding: your budget. You need to decide whether you are prepared to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars on hiring someone to help plan your dream day. While some wedding planners offer package fees for certain services, it is generally customary to spend 10% to 15% of your overall budget for your wedding on their services. Another issue that may arise is whether you are willing to trust a wedding planner handle important details of your big day. If you are the type of person who prefers to have complete hands-on influence in organizing your wedding, then hiring a wedding planner may not be for you. If the thought of not having a say in every single step they decide to take in ensuring they deliver in planning the wedding that you want, then hiring a wedding planner may not be for you.

That being said, a wedding consultant is the best choice if you want the dream wedding to come true without barely breaking a sweat. With their experience in everything bridal, you would be putting your hopes and dreams for your big day in extremely capable hands. Whether you want an extravagant ceremony or a small event with a low-key honeymoon, the bridal coordinator will steer you through every single step of the wedding planning process. They can accomplish the impossible while making the process fun because of their bridal know-how and valuable wedding vendor connections. If the thought of organizing a wedding amid the craziness of life proves too overwhelming, then a wedding planner is just the person to keep your head above water.

Whether you decide to hire a wedding event planner or not, we highly suggest that you figure out which side of this fence you stand on and whether you’re willing to cross it. While any advice from family and friends is definitely recommended, you should do your own research on the bridal consultants that are being considered. Ultimately, we at Yazzie & Co. strongly believe that you should never lose sight on your vision for one of the most important days of your life. Wedding planner or no wedding planner, you deserve the best for your wedding day.

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

Seasons of Love: Planning That Perfect Wedding

Hey, guys! Timing is everything and we at Yazzie & Co. want to make sure that you choose the time of year for your wedding that speaks to you as a person. Thus, we are dedicating our latest blog entry towards helping you choose your ideal season to jump the broom. After all, it’s only fair that you consider the beauty of a winter wedding, spring nuptials, a summer ceremony, and a fall marriage before making this vital decision.

With Christmas around the corner, it’s only fitting that we start off with suggesting a winter wedding wonderland. While the cold weather can be daunting to some, it also presents the perfect opportunity for an old-Hollywood style celebration. The magical glow of the falling snow will definitely complement a white and red rose-decorated location. Choose an antique manse to get married in while making an entrance in the finest white silk dress and matching fur wrap and you will definitely make it a wedding to remember.

If you want your big day to represent a rebirth, then we suggest that you look into having your wedding in the springtime. While the unpredictable weather can be a bit trying, the promise of a new beginning will inspire you to express that with a pastel color scheme in a majestic church – a la Easter Sunday. What’s better, you will have a wider pick of vendors, for spring isn’t as busy a season as summer. Include fresh foods like apricot delicacies and baby asparagus and your special day will surely stand out.

While summer’s warm weather makes it the top season to get hitched, it is the endless choices in wedding venues that you have to look forward to. From a beautiful celebration in the park to a sunset wedding on the beach, there are countless ways to prepare an elegant bridal ceremony. In addition, you can dress your bridesmaids in classy cocktail dresses or simple strapless numbers. Truly the most relaxing time of the year, a summer wedding represents peace and tranquility.

Last, but not least, an autumn wedding is ideal for those who want the special occasion to symbolize intimacy. If you’re determined to avoid the hoopla of an overblown celebration, you can have your wedding at a cozy inn or simple vineyard. Decorate your bridal location with fall jewel tones such as red and orange, while offsetting them with neutral hues such as cream and off white. Delicacies such as warm apple cider and pecan pie will complete the warmth of a fall wedding.

We’ve shown you the best that each season has to offer; now it’s up to you to plan that soulful wedding that brings the best of your sophisticated self. Keep checking us out at Yazzie & Co. and we will continue to provide great tips on how to have your ideal wedding.

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

Sista or Sistafriend: Building Your Best Bridal Party

Hi, ladies! We know that you’re glowing with the promise of a new beginning, for the ring is exquisite and you’re floating on cloud nine. However, all the wonderful wedding planners out there can’t make the prime choice of picking your bridal party. It is your firsthand knowledge of who to share one of the most important moments of your life with that brings up that all-important decision: whom to include in your circle of bridal sisterhood? Should you choose the sisters that have shared everything from household chores to a tiny bedroom? Or should you opt for the sistas that you’ve shared that bond with from the first kept secret? While this choice is yours, we at Yazzie & Co. will present the case for both sisters and sista girl.

Let’s start with your sisters – also known as the women who have known everything about you since birth. They know firsthand how it is to deal with the demands of family and have a knack for keeping the peace while holding your hand throughout the entire process. And most importantly, your eternal connection will withstand your occasional bouts of Bridezilla-itis.

Then there are your sistas, who have always been the voices of reason in your life. Now that you’ve been thrust into wedding-planning chaos, you’ll need your girls to help you keep your cool. Inviting your best friends to take part in your special day will also strengthen your bond, while guaranteeing them the chance to show that fabulous bridesmaid style off for eligible brothas to enjoy.

Whatever you do decide, Yazzie & Co. can definitely hook your chic bridesmaids and magnificent maid-of-honor up. With huge shoes to fill, your sisters and your girls can support you in style with our bridal party t-shirts. From the traditional ‘Jumping the Broom’ bridal tee to the funky ‘Bride’ tank top, our cool wedding fashion collection will surely make your sisters and sista girls one best-dressed bridal party. This great bridesmaid gift idea will certainly provide them with wonderful memories of your wedding day.

Until Next Time,

The Yazzie Blogger

Broadcast That Betrothed Style With A Bang!

Hey, guys! No matter who you are or where you’ve been, being proposed to is one of the greatest moments in one’s life. Whether the Big Question is presented to you in the most unique or romantic way possible, it will always be a fond memory. Thus, it’s very important that you not only enjoy it with elegance while letting your natural excitement shine through. Not only will you be one beautiful bride on your big day, you’ll embrace this wonderful moment with open arms. Though change is inevitable, you’ll be the ‘something new’ that brings out the best in yourself and everyone around you.

When the love of your life offers his heart and soul to you, your first impulse is to mentally fast-forward to plan the big event. While the wedding is wonderful itself, why not enjoy the moment of being proposed to? Bask in the glory of knowing that you’re the only woman that he wants to spend the rest of his life with and that he’s laid his love on the line for you to take for as long as you will have him. Your equal love for him will fit you far better than the most glamorous of bridal couture gowns.

Now that the initial state of shock has worn off, you’re eager to showcase your style and your heavenly happiness. Not to be mistaken with showboating, you’re looking for a way to share your joy with a chic look. With soul and sophistication in mind, our Yazzie & Co. bridal t-shirts are just the thing for fun bridal flair and winning wedding style that truly represents you. You’ve got the man and the engagement ring, so take the next leap into boutique chic with our tees!

While you’re soaking up that bride-to-be glow, we at Yazzie & Co. are seeking inspiration from your heartwarming, funny, and sincere bridal experiences. A love letter to you, our wedding t-shirt line aspires to liven up the bridal fashion industry with a fresh breath of air. Share your engagement stories and we’ll be true to your unique voice.

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