T.MORRISON AGENCY HOSTS BRAND BOOTCAMP FOR ENTREPRENEURS

By: @1stLadyofPR

Everyone can hear the proverbial clock tick down to the end of 2013 and the beginning of a new year full of the dreams yet to be realized.

Many dream of starting their own businesses. 2014 is fast-approaching and it's time for you to STOP Procrastinating! START that bakery, open that business, get your logo and website created!

If you know it's time and you need some confidence, then you would be a great fit for TMA's signature Brand Incubator Webinar! taking place on Saturday, December 7th and December 14th!

In this webinar we'll explore foundational tools every business/entrepreneur need in order to build a strong business/brand. Explore success strategies as it relates to image, logo and messaging. What they mean to your brands' success and why you need a personality before you head into the open market!

You'll learn some PR 101 that will help you be strategic about ways to get the word out about what you do and even a bit about Social Media, it's important!

This webinar will be led by Tamika Morrison, the CEO & Founder of T.MORRISON AGENCY, a global boutique PR and Brand consultancy and Celebrity Brand Strategist and Behaviorial Profiler Patrick Parks. T.MORRISON AGENCY works with hundreds of individuals in diverse industries: celebrities including musicians, athletes, actors, doctors, lawyers, business professionals - several of them authors. With over 10 years of experience in PR, branding, strategy and media placement, she's heard it all, seen it all and ready to share with you things you should do before you get started! Let's Go! 

CYDISU College Tour Officially Kicks Off Nationally

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

"Can You Do It Standing Up?" (CYDISU) National College Tour is a real-talk forum on love, relationships and sex featuring bestselling relationship author and expert, Kenny Pugh (CNN, HLN, Tom Joyner Morning Show and BlackEnterprise.com) and it’s based on his debut title, “Can You Do It Standing Up? A Different Position on Relationships”. Many colleges and universities are facing a critical issue - sex is wreaking havoc on campus and creating a domino affect with STI/STDs, unplanned pregnancies and even domestic violence and suicide rates reaching new levels.

The tour kicked-off at Fort Valley State University on October 10th with planned stops at Tuskegee University (AL), Miles College (AL) and Dillard University (LA) in the first semester. 

For more information, click on this link or see the above flyer for contact info. Rate info provided upon request and special rates are available for schools already booked in your respective area.

Rolling Out Magazine Feature: THE LEGENDARY Dorinda Clark-Cole comes to Atlanta for Impact Worship Center's 4th anniversary

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

Rolling Out Magazine features Impact Worship Center (IWC) upcoming anniversary celebration with THE LEGENDARY 3x Grammy award-winning Dr. Dorinda Clark-Cole this sunday, October 13th!

Impact Worship Center will celebrate four years of serving the community along with special guest speaker Bishop Arthur T. Jones Sr. of Jacksonville, Fla., on Sunday, October 13, 2013 during the 10 a.m. worship service. All are welcome. Click for the full article on RollingOut.com --> Impact Worship Center's 4th anniversary:

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Impact Worship Center Welcomes Comedian Rod Z for Pastoral Appreciation

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

Impact Worship Center Celebrates Pastoral Appreciation with Special Guests Comedian Rod Z and Jazz Musician Michael Norwood

Known as the fastest-growing church in Atlanta, Impact Worship Center, located at 4451 S Atlanta Road , Suite 123 in Smyrna is celebrating their Pastoral Appreciation for Pastor Dr. A.T. Jones, Jr. beginning on Friday, September 13th at 7:30pm with special guests, Comedian Rod Z and Bassist Michael Norwood. This event is open to the public and free of charge.

Click image for more info. Media interested in attending/interviewing should contact us directly.

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The Black Man Can Kicks Off Fall Tour in Four Major Markets

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

Twenty-five year old Brandon Frame of Hartford’s High School Inc., and founder of TheBlackManCan.orghas pledged to support at least 500 young black males in four major markets by the end of the year providing a one-day mentoring program through TheBlackManCan Institute. Beginning in September, Brandon will visit four major U.S. cities: Baltimore, MD; New Haven, CT; Atlanta, GA and New York, NY.  For more information or to find out how you can join or support efforts, please visit http://tbmcinstitute.theblackmancan.org/. Click below for the full release. 

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T.MORRISON AGENCY Presents Brand Bootcamp for Authors

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

T.MORRISON AGENCY, a global boutique PR and brand consultancy headquartered in Atlanta has kicked off a "schools-in-session" type of series featuring clients from their speakers division, home to some of the world's rising thought leaders and change agents that began on August 1st with Mentoring Expert, Graduate Professor and Author of "The Dissertation Process: A Step-by-Step Mentored Guide", Dr. Claudia Barnett who is providing weekly tips, advice and insight for students pursuing their Masters and Doctorate this upcoming school year. Sessions are only 30 mins, includes a weekly recording for registered participants and is entering it's fourth week.

Beginning September 14th, Founder and CEO of T.MORRISON AGENCY, Tamika Morrison will host a series of webinars for students, corporate HR departments and emerging authors and personalities with her first being "Brand Bootcamp For Authors". With nearly 15 years of documented success in public relations including national media placement, strategic planning and execution and brand development, Tamika has experience working with looming brands that become household names in a variety of industries from luxury to nonprofits and everything in between. She shares, "I am excited about these snackable series that will become a signature for our growing brand. We often meet with, coach and consult individuals seeking to grace a bigger platform through speaking or writing books and these webinars will help launch the foundation for which their brands will need to be built upon for the success they seek."

Click here to register NOW! Limited slots available! 

Click here to see the full announcement on PITCH ENGINE!  

T.MORRISON AGENCY Presents...

By: 1stLadyofPR

I am proud to formally introduce you to the launch of the T.MORRISON Agency Speaker Division! We are fearlessly stepping into a new world of possibilities with some amazing speakers that represent diverse talents.

First up, is Dr. Claudia Barnett, an Author, Training and Performance Improvement Technologist and a Graduate Professor. Her twitter handle sums up her passion @PhDMentoring: she is compassionate, generous and full of empathy and will speak about how a mentoring relationship has the ability to be a bearer of miracles for those involved - mentee and mentor. (Exploring scientifically and spiritually)

This Q&A, "Mentoring as The Bearer of Miracles" with Dr. Claudia Barnett will take place on Wednesday, June 19th at 7:30pm and will explore the various benefits of a mentoring relationship and the ways in which a successful and structured one can be instrumental in bearing miracles.

If you are mentoring, thinking of mentoring or manage a program where mentoring is a key component, I invite you to join this call and pass it along!

MEDIA looking to book entertaining yet informative Celebrity Guests, Newsmakers, and Pop Culture Icons to help solve listings pressures, and are star attractions please make sure to join the call or contact us for booking info. Only 75 people can join, so please register ASAP.

REGISTER NOW & RECEIVE 10% off her groundbreaking title, "The Dissertation Process" **Media & Meeting Planner Alert** Mentoring as The Bearer of Miracles w/Dr. Claudia:

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The Black Man Can Announce Winners for 2nd Annual Awards on Father's Day

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff


Founder Brandon Frame Award Upstanding Black Men Nationally Every Father's Day

Embarking on its 2nd2nd inaugural celebration, The Black Man Can awarded 13 men in 12 categories helping to honor and salute these young men for their outstanding contributions making it a very special Father's Day.

The site, which has featured over 150 extraordinary men and women and has received over three-million page views globally has been recognized as a media reformer, providing news of positive African-Americans to counteract many of the negatives.

Not meeting his own father until he was 18, Founder of The Black Man Can, Brandon Frame, an intentional champion of a cause, had a desire to seek out positive Black male role models, finding none; he created the website, to counter the stereotypes he found with positive stories of Black men and women globally. Because of its impact, The Black Man Can has been recently featured in JET Magazine's "Men of Honor" (May 2013), UptownMagazine.com (May 2013), Afro.com (May 2013), CNN Money, Black Celebrity Giving, Urban Health Magazine, CBS College Sports, etc., to name a few.

Congratulations to all the winners and for Brandon Frame for creating this dynamic opportunity for Black Men to be recognized for their awesome contributions!

Click below for the full release: The Black Man Can Announce Winners for 2nd Annual Awards on Father's Day:

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'Kunta Kinteh Island' Debuts in New Bern and Co-executive Produced by Dr. Nathaniel Johnson

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

New Bern will host screenings of a new documentary film,"Kunta Kinteh Island: Coming Home Without Shackles" on May 23 - 24 with a red carpet public screening on Sunday, May 26th at The North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace, New Bern Waterfront from 7pm - 10pm. The film honors the celebrated captive African, Kunta Kinteh, who gained worldwide recognition in the 1977 ABC television series "Roots".

The insightful documentary has the support of many prominent African Americans, including writer, director and actor Tyler Perry, National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial, and many other entertainment, civic and spiritual leaders. Produced by filmmaker Elvin Ross, the film is also co-executive produced by New Bern's very own prominent Atlanta physician, Dr. Nathaniel Johnson and Berry Bryant. The film has been widely supported by academia at influential institutions including Harvard University, Morehouse College, Wayne State University and Northeastern University. Dr. Johnson explains, "It is with great honor that we bring this documentary home to New Bern. I am excited to share not just an important piece of history but the makings of a powerful movement!"

New Bern media interested in covering, attending or interviewing should contact T.MORRISON AGENCY.

Click here for full press release 'Kunta Kinteh Island' Debuts in New Bern supported by Tyler Perry, Soledad O'Brien:

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What Have We Been Up To? The Dream Project Symposium

Photo Courtesy of Uptown Magazine

By: @1stLadyofPR

For those of you who missed the Dream Project Symposium (Atlanta), make a note to yourself to NEVA do that again!

We had an incredible time assisting with the production of this grand project! Egami Consulting's CEO, Teneshia Jackson Warner is a true courageous and bold visionary who obeyed the calling to produce this grand event that had the likes of Cathy Hughes (TV One), Russell Simmons (RUSH Communications, Global Grind, Phat Farm & Def Jam), Will Packer (Think Like a Man, Rainforest Films) and Master Life Coach, Sylvia High.

Attendees were encouraged to tap into their kid-selves and go back to those dreams they've always had, abandoned and to give them new life! Hughes was inspiring as she shared about the ups and downs of dreaming against the greater rewards of never giving up and having such great audacity!  The wisdom and knowledge we were privy to is incomparable so all I can tell you is to make sure to sign up for the next one!

In the meantime, enjoy these media clips and pictures and SEE YA NEXT YEAR!

Rolling Out Magazine
Uptown Magazine (Pictures)
Sister2Sister Magazine

Teneshia J. Warner (Egmai) and Entertainment Mogul (Simmons)

Tamika Morrison showing off her producer's skills!

Atlanta City Councilman Caesar Mitchell welcoming guests

From L to R: Mike Warner, Teneshia J. Warner, Russell Simmons, Comedian John Gray & Will Packer

The DREAM Project Symposium Kicks off in Atlanta with Russell Simmons, Will Packer and Cathy Hughes

Teneshia Jackson Warner
CEO Egami Consulting/Event Organizer

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

The Dream Project Symposium, Atlanta's ultimate event for today's budding entrepreneur will take place on Thursday, March 28, at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel. This 1-day symposium is set to bring together over 250 local multicultural business owners and entrepreneurs for a high impact day of empowerment and networking with some of the most successful people in business. Powerful keynotes include "Conversations with An All-Star Dreamer" featuring film producer and Co-Founder of Rainforest Films, Will Packer (Think Like a Man, Stomp The Yard, Obsessed), "A Chairman's Point of View" with Cathy Hughes, Chairperson and Founder of Radio One, and "Let's Talk Business" with Music/Media Mogul Russell Simmons. Other confirmed panelists include Elisa Camahort, Co-Founder of BlogHer and Sylvia High, Master Life Coach and Founder of Aiming High. Conference goers will attend a unique mix of panel discussions and breakout sessions as they engage in intimate and candid conversations and exercises designed to take their current business venture or idea to the next level. Attendees will gain powerful tools and information on topics such as how to do business with Fortune 100 Companies, the art of creating a fresh new vision, correct business forecasting and more, directly from the experts.

The conference will conclude with the Casting Your Dream Competition, an opportunity for pre-identified Small Business Owners to pitch before a panel of experts for a chance to win on-the-spot expert business counsel and a Verizon Wireless technology gift prize. To register for the Dream Project Symposium visit http://www.dreamprojectatl.com.

The 2013 Dream Project Symposium Community Partners include: Metro Atlanta Chamber, The Urban League of Atlanta, BlogHer and Atlanta Metro Black Chamber of Commerce. Click here for the full press release. Tickets are still available at www.dreamprojectatl.com.

There's Still Time to Register for "The Dream Project Symposium" Presented by Egami Consulting Group

“The Dream Project” is designed to equip current and aspiring entrepreneurs, creatives, and those who dare to dream with tools to take their current idea and/or brand positioning to the next level. Dream Project is a one-day symposium that will be held in Atlanta on Thursday, March 28th 2013. Early Bird rates have been extended to March 15th! Click the below link for deets.

There's Still Time to Register for "The Dream Project Symposium" Presented by Egami Consulting Group:

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Defined With Purpose Launch of Love at Neiman Marcus

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

We had such a ball at the "Launch of Love" event for Defined With Purpose. Founder, Crysta Redwine, who is an International Model, made a debut into the Atlanta market with this launch.

Held at her client, Neiman Marcus, Fine Apparel department at Lenox Mall, models did impromptu prom gown modeling while beauty and makeup artists taught the ladies about age-appropriate make up and beauty trends.

The girls enjoyed a very 'posh' experience sipping on gourmet soda pops, a custom candy and cookie table with gourmet grilled cheesed sandwiches passed as they learned about modeling, heard from other DWP members and signed up for the upcoming the 6-week workshop that begins March 09, 2013.

It looks like the young ladies of DWP are in for an amazing, fun and girly experience that will set them on the path to greatness!

Check out pics below and special thanks to Nikka Shea/Oh!Nikka & Blog Fab Fashionistas (BFFs), Haley/Points North Magazine, Bianca/Tekoa Gospel, Robin/It'sRobinLori.com and the fabulous PR team at Neiman Marcus for such a wonderful experience!

Defined With Purpose/Founder, Model & Mentor
Crysta Redwine

Crysta and ladies of DWP having fun!

D.J. Princess Cut kept us groovin'!

young ladies experienced age-appropriate makeup demos

Crysta interviewing with Tekoa Gospel's Bianca W.

Tamika (T.MORRISON AGENCY) & Nikka (Oh!Nikka) strike a model pose

More pics on Facebook

More info about DWP

International Model, Crysta Redwine Launches Self Worth Program for Teen Girls in Atlanta

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

International Model, Mentor & Self-Worth Ambassador, Crysta Redwine launches self-esteem program for teen girls in Atlanta this Saturday, February 23rd at Neiman Marcus/Lenox Mall beginning at noon! RSVPs are currently being accepted through February 20th.

Defined With Purpose is a 501(3)(c) organization actively giving girls HOPE, SUPPORT, and ENCOURAGEMENT in finding their PURPOSE in life. Crysta Redwine is an accomplished model with an extensive list of clients such as Neiman Marcus, Saks, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Chanel, Escada, Valentino, Armani, Custo Barcelona, Zac Posen, and many others. She is often asked to walk the runway for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week and other high-profile industry events. She is represented by Runways in Miami and Factor Model Management in Atlanta. Crysta has a desire to develop healthy self esteem in young girls while helping them to define their life's purpose. She shares, "Our purpose is to re-introduce self-worth into the lives young ladies by transforming talents, ambitions and past experiences into purpose, drive and success. Our aspiration is for our members to understand that within them, they have everything they need to accomplish the dreams they have inside." 

Throughout our six-week course, DWP focuses on particular topics that are important to the internal development of our members, and instructs them on how to combat the challenges of growing up. Crysta shares, "We tackle situations that young girls face, such as being accepted, peer pressure, and their definition of themselves, then build inside of them confidence, strength, determination, and fulfillment."

 DWP is for ALL girls, ages 10-18 that are growing and maturing into adulthood. Visit www.DefinedWithPurpose.com for more info.

Black Enterprise Hosts Valentine's Day Twitter Chat Featuring Kenny Pugh

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

You are cordially invited to attend a special Valentine's Day Twitter chat with BlackEnterprise.com featuring Kenny Pugh on Thursday, February 14th from 1pm - 2pm using #loveandmoney.

 

Kenny is a celebrated bestselling author, radio show host, life and relationship expert being highly sought-after by major media outlets to offer their audiences insight, understanding and advice about core issues affecting modern relationships and marriages. 

 

On February 10th, Kenny was a guest expert on HLN's 'Weekend Express with Natasha Curry' for a segment on 'Love and Money'. This Thursday, he will be joined by fellow relationship and financial experts, Darren Sands, Love & Money Editor of BlackEnterprise.com, Life Coach and Author,Demetria Lucas and Author and Finance Expert, Patrice Washington. 

The Valentine's Day Twitter chat presents an opportunity to explore dialog affecting relationships, with love and money being a topic that oftentimes break relationships or hinder the progression of otherwise healthy relationships. Join the conversation at 1pm EST THIS Valentine's Day!

Entertainment Influencer Stacii Jae Launches Black Girls Radio with Celebrity Stylist Derek J & NASCAR's Nicole Lyons

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

She will be stepping out onto a new stage and it's time to celebrate! Black Girls Radio host, Stacii Jae Johnson, a well known political and entertainment influencer, accomplished business strategist, program developer, fundraiser, and professional actor with over 15 years of documented success will step into a new role as radio show host with the launch of Black Girls Radio, her newest and most powerful project to date. Airing on WAEC 860 AM  in Atlanta, Black Girls Radio is set to launch on Saturday, January 26th at 2pm starring Celebrity Hairstylist Derek J (RHOA) who will be debuting his latest song, Happy Birthday Chick in honor of Stacii Jae's birthday.  Nicole Lyons, The first African-American to race in a major NASCAR series will also be on the show. Johnson will celebrate later that evening with friends and fans at the House of Peter Maxfield for an after party beginning at 7pm.  Be sure to tune in and if you're in Atlanta stop by to tell Stacii Jae Happy Birthday Chick! 

BlackBride.com Announce VIPs and Celebrity Guests at 3rd Annual Bridal Show

Radio Personality Egypt Sherrod and Centric's 'Almost Married' Couple to make Guest Appearances

The clock is winding down to the most anticipated bridal event of the season.  BlackBride.com will host its 3rd annual boutique-style bridal show this Sunday, January 13, 2013 from 12pm - 5pm at the beautiful Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Online Tickets are only $15 so don't delay!

BlackBride.com bridal shows are known for having some of the best wedding professionals in the industry, and it's designed to encourage couples to work together in the wedding planning process. CEO Mary Chatman says, "We like to think of it as a date, encouraging couples to spend the day perusing the ballroom, attending workshops, and connecting with the wedding professionals to assist them with all of their wedding planning needs." 

National TV & Radio Personality Egypt Sherrod will be making an appearance along with BET's "Sunday's Best" and Centric's "Almost Married" reality star  and recording artist Jeff Spain. CocoaFab.com is our featured media sponsor, the brainchild of former Essence Magazine EIC, Angela Burt-Murray and 'Super Model' turned 'SuperMogul' Kathy Ireland will showcase her designs from the Mon Cheri Collection.

Sponsors-to-date for the 3rd Annual BlackBride.com Bridal Show include: The Atlanta Marriott Marquis (host venue for the third year in a row), Light-It-Up Event Production, Sweet Seats, Allure Bridals, Bryan K. Osburn Custom Collections, Therez Fleetwood Bridal, Express Tuxedo, The Image Collections, D'Lor Salon & Spa, Inije Photography & Films, PAC Events, An Affair 2 Remember, Barcelo Resorts and LT Travel, A-National Limousine Service, Ivory Bridal and Formal, Overstock.com, Amrita Singh, Iman Cosmetics, Kathy Ireland for Mon Cheri Bridals, and Gail Johnson Weddings & Events.

**Catch the show on CBS Better Mornings in Atlanta on January 10th at 6am and the Toni & Griff Show on January 10th at 11am**

BlackBride.com Announce VIPs and Celebrity Guests at 3rd Annual Bridal Show:

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Star in your OWN Wedding Reality Series with BlackBride.com + CocoaFab.com

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

Dear Brides - if you're planning a wedding or a future bride dreaming of one then you have just been waiting for this exciting news!  As you already know, every bride is the star of the show on her wedding day and now one lucky bride will have the opportunity to be the star of her own reality web series!!

BlackBride.com, the premier online wedding resource for women of color and CocoaFab.com, a fast-paced entertainment and style site covering urban pop culture led by former Essence Magazine EIC, Angela Burt-Murray, will select one lucky couple to share their wedding story in a mini web series to air on CocoaFab.com. The lucky couple will be selected at the upcoming 3^rd Annual Black Bride Bridal Show taking place in Atlanta on January 13, 2013 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Brides must pre-register to qualify to enter this contest, and be present at the show for a chance to win.

So if you want a chance to shine on the world's stage, then get your tickets and join us in Atlanta for the 3rd Annual BlackBride.com Bridal Show!

BlackBride.com Partners with CocoaFab.com Seeking Bride & Groom for Wedding Web Series:

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Client Feature on IndieWire.com: From The Producers Of 'Kinyarwanda' Comes 'What About Us?" Starring Jasmine Guy

By: T.MORRISON AGENCY Staff

We spotted this feature on IndieWire.com.  Thanks for your support!  Make sure to check starring actress/writer/director Jasmine Guy out in this riveting film, What About Us? in the film's debut at the BronzeLens Film Festival Atlanta November 8 - November 11th!

We are honored to work with both Ms. Guy and Writer/Director, Deatra L. Harris on this project!

From The Producers Of 'Kinyarwanda' Comes 'What About Us?" Starring Jasmine Guy | Shadow and Act:

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BlackBride.com Hosts 3rd Annual Bridal Show with New and Returning Sponsors

BlackBride.com will host their 3^rd Annual "boutique style" Bridal Show at the beautiful Atlanta Marriott Marquis located in the heart of downtown Atlanta on Sunday, January 13, 2013 from 12pm - 5pm. The show will feature awesome exhibits from top wedding professionals offering the newest ideas in wedding planning. Also, a spectacular fashion show will highlight the latest trends in bridal, and formal wear with a special presentation from the new BlackBride.com Wedding Gown Collection by Therez Fleetwood. Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are available and are currently being accepted and brides are able to pre-register for the event. 

This year, special event activities include: A Wedding Vow Workshop presented by Charanna Alexander from Love Ink, A "Something Blue" Lounge sponsored by The Image Collections and giveaways every hour including a honeymoon trip to Barcelo Punta Cana.

Sponsors-to-date for the 3^rd Annual BlackBride.com Bridal Show includes: The Atlanta Marriott Marquis (hosting the venue for the third year in a row), Light-It-Up Event Production, Sweet Seats, Allure Bridals (giving away a couture bridal gown valued at $5,000), Therez Fleetwood Bridal, Bryan K. Osburn Custom Collections, Express Tuxedo, D'Lor Salon & Spa, Inije Photography & Films, PAC Events, An Affair 2 Remember, Gail Johnson Weddings & Events.

A preview of the BlackBride.com Wedding Gown Collection by Therez Fleetwood below. See this and MORE at the 2013 3rd Annual Bridal Show on January 13, 2013! Get tickets here: http://www.blackbride.com/buy-your-tickets.php

"Jacqueline" Gown

"Lena" Gown

"Olivia" Gown

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