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2019 Bridal Bliss Awards! These Couples Wowed Us In Every Way

From the decor to the bridal style, these were the 2019 Bridal Bliss weddings that we couldn't forget.
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
By Jasmine Grant · Updated November 4, 2020

Black love was in full effect in 2019. Don’t believe us? Look no further than the fabulous wedding ceremonies featured in our weekly Bridal Bliss column.

Each year, hundreds of couples send the Bridal Bliss team their wedding photos and sweet love stories. While we wish we could feature them all, the competition is stiff with this weekly feature – and you’re about to see why.

Between Chloe and Jose’s epic (and I do mean epic) proposal story, Johnathan and Sydnisha’s glamorous black-tie affair, and Julieann and Andrew’s lit reception, there was so much wedding inspo to obsess over.

Take a look at our favorite Bridal Bliss moments from 2019.

Want to see your wedding featured in Bridal Bliss? Send your story and a link to your wedding photos to bridalbliss@essence.com for consideration.

01
Best Proposal Story: Chloe and Jose
The elaborate scavenger hunt turned proposal will surely bring a tear to your eye. Read all about it here.
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
02
Best Venue: Joi-Marie and Anton
The George Peabody Library in Baltimore, Maryland provided the perfect backdrop for the couple’s beautiful portraits. Wedding guests were treated to violinists, stunning gold table settings and one heck of a party. See their wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
03
Best Wedding Gown: Raquel
The bride was positively glowing in this creme Winnie Couture gown. See Raquel and Jahlell’s royal-inspired wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
04
Best Wedding Day Glam: Crystal
We simply can’t forget this bride’s impeccable beat and sleek updo.
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
05
Best Wedding Theme: Brittany and Reginald
From their Black excellence-filled ceremony to the “R&B Sunday” themed reception…we’ve never seen Black love quite like this. See Brittany and Reginald’s woke New Orleans wedding here!
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06
Best Cake: Amie and Craig
Amie and Craig’s modern Houston wedding was a total showstopper – especially because of their outstanding wedding cake. The couple hired Cakes By Gina, an architect turned baker, to construct their multi-layer cake with eight different flavors. See their wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
07
Best Squad Slay: Nia and Javon
Nia Blackmon’s pre-wedding turnup with her bridesmaids was unforgettable. See their wedding here.
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
08
Best Altar Moment: Lisa and Sunette
Lisa thought her fiancee Sunette flew her down to New Orleans for Essence Festival. Unbeknownst to Lisa, the couple’s friends and family all traveled to the Big Easy for their surprise wedding. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house. See Lisa and Sunette’s surprise New Orleans wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
09
Best Design Element: Kornelius and Rachel
The couple etched their wedding hashtag into a massive flower wall. What a beautiful touch! See their red carpet-inspired wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
10
Best Destination Wedding: Melissa and Hervan
Melissa and Hervan said “I do” overlooking St. Lucia’s famous Pitons, then relocated to Jade Mountain resort’s beach to capture a kiss under the sunset. See their picture-perfect St. Lucia wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
11
Best Cultural Celebration: Viviana and Benson
The Wisconsin-based couple held a traditional Rendille tribal ceremony at their reception serving each other milk from a calabash. This Kenyan tradition symbolizes nourishment for eternity. See their traditional ceremony here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
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12
Best Color Scheme: Edna and Eric
Bursts of pink, blue, orange and yellow at Eric and Edna’s reception gave our eyes a vibrant treat. See Eric and Edna’s rustic wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
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13
Best Party: Julieann and Andrew
Just when Julieann and Andrew’s guests thought the evening was winding down, in walks another surprise: 8-foot stilt walkers! See Julieann and Andrew’s Caribbean-themed wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
14
Best Exit: Tiffany and Terrence
The Lows rode off as husband and wife in this sweet vintage ride. See their opera-style wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
15
Best Dressed Groomsmen: Brooke and Layne
The best men were dressed in Suit Supply tuxedos that complimented the groom’s blue and black Musika Frère tuxedo. See Brooke and Layne’s upscale Miami wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
16
Best Dressed Bridesmaids: Brea and Brandon
Brea’s bridesmaids looked straight off the runway in Black floor-length gowns in varying styles. See the couple’s modern industrial-style wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
17
Most Unique Wedding: Jeanelle and Jane
If their custom-made bridal looks weren’t enough of an indication, get into their Crooklyn-inspired wedding which was vibrant, spiritual and full of pride. Did we mention they had an entire cannabis bar? Yes, really! Read all about it here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
18
Sweetest Kiss: Kareem and Sandy
The energy among their guests lit up when these newlyweds kiss…and there is a very special reason why. Read about it here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
19
Best Groom Cry: Henri
This is true love! See Jessica and Henri’s New York wedding here!
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
20
Best Bridal Party Portrait: Sydnisha and Johnathan
Whew! Did they slay, or did they slay?
Bridal Bliss 2019 Awards! These Are The Couple That Stunned
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