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Home · Love & Sex

Bridal Bliss: Kia and Jason

Bridal Bliss: Kia and Jason
By · May 5, 2009October 29, 2020
01
Made to Love You

College sweethearts Kia and Jason Miles officially became husband and wife on August 8, 2008, at 8:00 P.M. in Atlanta. All those “eights” were no coincidence.

“Eight turned on its side means infinity and it represents a new beginning,” the bride says. “This day was the beginning of our new chapter and our theme was everlasting love.”

By Charreah Jackson

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02
Ready for My Bride

Jason reflects on the road to he and Kia’s special day. After seven years of dating, he surprised her with a proposal at the Atlanta University Center spot where they first met. He was a sophomore at Morehouse College and she was a freshman at Clark Atlanta University.

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

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03
Mirror, Mirror

The bridal party puts the final touches on Kia’s look for her final walk as a single woman.

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04
Rays of Sunshine

The magical evening was a perfect summer day in August—and the only water drops were tears of joy for Kia and Jason.

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05
Perfect Fit

After constantly looking for dresses, Kia found her dream gown in a magazine spread. She shared the image and her slight adjustments with Atlanta designer Maria Harper, who created the form-fitting gown.

“I loved my dress!” Kia says. “It was exactly what I wanted and I felt so beautiful.”

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

06
The Family That Prays Together

Kia and her bridesmaids bow their heads during a moment of thanks for bringing the happy couple together and for continued joy in their lives together.

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

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Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

07
A Lovely Day

The couple made sure every detail for their special day was planned in advance, so they only had to worry about saying “I do.”

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

08
Beautiful Bride

Kia enters the church for her special day, ready to marry her soul mate.

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09
Heading Towards Destiny

Kia walks down the aisle after a busy day to meet the love of her life at the altar.

“I never got nervous,” she says. “There wasn’t anything to be worried about and I was excited to start our union.”

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10
Who Gives This Woman Away?

Kia’s grandfather gives her away at the wedding, a special moment for their family.

“My mother was a single mom of three and never married. My grandfather got to give me away which meant a lot.”

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11
Together At Last

Kia and Jason exchange rings inside the Peachtree Christian Church in downtown Atlanta.

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12
Seal the Deal

Kia and Jason enjoy a sweet smooch, after being pronounced husband and wife.

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13
Eyes on the Prize

When Kia tried to play cupid by attempting to hook Jason up with her friend, he revealed that he only had eyes for her. Her initial rejection didn’t stop him from trying again when their paths crossed in the same spot weeks later.

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Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

14
A Love Like This

Jason was different from all the other guys Kia dated before.

“I usually went for the rough-around-the-edges guy but he was different,” Kia admits. “I really liked him.”

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15
Just Married

The newlyweds enjoy a quiet moment, as they take off into the sunset to their wedding reception in a vintage ride.

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16
The Stage Is Set

The wedding reception was held at the Biltmore Ballroom in Atlanta. For a little help on deciding the details Kia turned to Atlanta event planner Jeannine Kennedy of Favor Events.

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Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

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17
Plan Ahead

The entire wedding was paid for by Kia and Jason with cash. The duo budgeted both their incomes and didn’t go on vacations, spend frivolously or buy each other big presents for a year.

“We brought our own snacks into the movies and sacrificed buying each other birthday and Christmas gifts,” Kia says. “It was wonderful to go on our honeymoon with no wedding debt.”

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

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18
Miles Style

One way to save money for a fabulous wedding is to decide which items you can do yourself. Kia added the faux pearls to all the M’s on the back of the reception chairs, tied lace on her invitations and completed many other projects herself for the special day.

“I became the Black Martha Stewart,” she jokes. “A lot of the things for a wedding you really can do yourself.”

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

19
Real Love: Priceless

“We budgeted $20,000 for our wedding, but within the first couple months of planning we went over that limit. After that we stopped adding because we didn’t want to know the real number,” Kia adds with a smile.

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

20
Slice of Heaven

“We wanted it all white like heaven,” Kia says of the decorating theme for her reception.

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

21
Right This Way

Guests followed signs to enter the wedding reception of the year.

“Our friends and family still tell us how much they enjoyed the wedding,” Kia says.

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

22
Dinnertime

With the wedding starting at 8:00 P.M., Kia, Jason and their guests partied late into the night.

23
A Moment in Time

Kia and Jason allowed their young love to mature into an everlasting romance.

“We were so young when we met, and we made it,” she says. “As long as you are focused and committed to staying together, you can make it work.”

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

24
Enchanted Arrival

The newlyweds arrive to their reception in style, and keeping with their romantic and classic theme.

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

25
Cheers to You

Kia is glad she decided to give Jason a chance after shooting down his approach the first time they met.

“He’s my best friend,” she says.

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

26
Special Salute

Kia listens intently as her and Jason’s friends congratulate them on their wedding.

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

27
Let Them Eat Cake

After more than a year of planning, the two bask in the moment as they cut and taste their wedding cake.

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

28
Lyrics and Love

Brian McKnight’s “Love of My Life” plays as Mr. and Mrs. Miles share their first dance. The song was special to the couple and hit the airwaves early in their relationship.

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29
All For You

Kia and Jason are all smiles as they work the dance floor.

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

30
Our Brother’s Keeper

Jason’s Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity brothers serenade his new bride.

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

31
Support System

Kia and Jason’s relationship is an inspiration to many of their friends.

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

32
Who’s Next?

All the single ladies make their way to the dance floor as Kia prepares to toss the bouquet.

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33
Let Your Hair Down

A perfect wedding day doesn’t mean everything will go just as planned. Kia’s veil wouldn’t budge when she tried to remove it for the reception, so she left it in place and worked the room with a smile.

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34
Night on the Town

Kia and Jason’s friends joined in the fun in their Sunday best.

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

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Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

35
A Family Affair

Jason’s aunt basks in the love on their special day.

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

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Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

36
You’re My Sister

Kia’s bridesmaids get in the festive spirit at the reception.

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

37
Party Time

The reception guests work the dance floor. Even though Kia and Jason opted not to have the “Electric Slide,” some guests still got the line dance favorite going.

Read Kia and Jason’s love story »

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

38
City Chic

Kia and Jason take a quiet moment to overlook Atlanta’s skyline, the city they have made their home and that brought them together.

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Check out these wedding photo albums:

Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

39
Send-off in Style

Jason and Kia head out of their wedding to begin their new life together.

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

40
Off They Go

The two spent eight days on a cruise to the Bahamas for their honeymoon.

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Bridal Bliss: Shawn and Eric Roberson »

Bridal Bliss: Nicolette and Edward »

Bridal Bliss: Pamela Edward’s Wedding »

Lisa Leslie’s Wedding Album »

41
For Your Love

After more than a year of planning, the loving pair steal a kiss after cutting their cake.

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