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Home • Weddings

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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You + Me = We

St. Louis Rams defensive tackle Fred Robbins found his dream lady in PR consultant and event planner Tia Robbins. The two got hitched in a gorgeous wedding on May 23, 2009 at San Destin Golf & Beach Resort in Destin Florida.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Liquid Love

Since it gets hot in Florida, guests were treated to bottles of water with cards that commemorated Tia and Fred’s big day.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
03
Stand By Me

“He’s been there for me through all of my ups and downs,” Tia says of her new husband. “Getting that emotional support, that’s when I knew he was the one.”

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Stay Calm

“I was so cool and calm that I even surprised myself,” Tia remembers of her wedding day. “It didn’t even hit me that I was getting married until my hair was getting done.”

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Sparkle

Tia’s peep-toe bridal shoes add a little shine to her look.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Heart & Soul

A clever way to add a touch of blue — Tia had the souls of her bridal shoes bedazzled with the phrase “I Do.”

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Purple Passion

Tia’s bridesmaids carried this gorgeous bouquet of orchids and lilies down the aisle.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
08
In the Details

Tia found her ivory, hand-embroidered Pnina Tornai gown at Kleinfeld Bridal in New York City.

The touch of Swarovski crystals makes the beautiful bride shine.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Purple Principle

When she started planning her wedding, Tia knew she would include the color purple. She loves these plum-toned gowns she chose for her bridesmaids. “I knew it would look good on any skin tone and I wanted all of them to look beautiful and feel comfortable and sexy.”

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Heartstrings

A sentimental guy, Fred had his cuff embroidered with his wedding day.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Center of Attention

All eyes are on the bride as her father escorts her down the aisle.

“That was the most beautiful I had ever seen Tia,” Fred gushes.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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All in the Family

Tia’s parents stand by their daughter’s side with heads bowed and eyes closed before giving her away to their new son-in-law.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Ice Ice, Baby

Tia and Fred’s diamond wedding bands equal 20 karats of diamond, with the bride wearing 12-karats and the groom sporting eight.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Right on the Kisser

Tia and Fred seal their wedding vows with a kiss.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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The Newlyweds

Guests cheer for the new husband and wife.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Golden Touch

Seating guards feature wedding guest names written in gold.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Swanky Soiree

After the ceremony, guests moved into this grand ballroom to welcome newlyweds Fred and Tia Robbins.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Family Affair

Tia and Fred danced in a group with their mothers and fathers to Franky Beverly and Maze’s “Before I Let Go.”

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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A Mother’s Love

Fred and his mother grace the dancefloor to “Before I Let Go” by Franky Beverly and Maze.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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New Beginning

“It feels like a new relationship,” Tia says of married life. “But now we’re at a whole different level of understanding.”

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Sweet Tooth

A candy station brought out the kid in everyone at the Robbins’ wedding reception.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Fill Your Plate

The Robbins’ wedding was catered by San Destin Golf and Beach Resort. Guests ate coconut marinated Mahi Mahi, spiced chicken breast with rum butter sauce, smoked pork ribs with mango BBQ sauce and more.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Layers of Love

The five-tiered cake was also provided by San Destin Golf & Beach Resort.

Fred and Tia ate the top of the cake for their one year anniversary.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Never Be Alone Again

Fred’s good friend Bruce President serenaded the new couple to Tony Terry’s “With You,” as they held each other close for the first time as husband and wife.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Nice Touch

Each guest received a hand rolled Cohiba cigar from a professional cigar roller.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Always Be There

“Fred does everything,” Tia gushes. “from running errands to helping me pick out something to wear. He’s just there for me.”

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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By Your Side

“Tia does the little things that I don’t feel like doing,” Fred says of his new wife. “She’s always there for support. She knows when I need to talk and when I need to be left alone.”

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography
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Go Along Together

“It’s been an amazing journey so far,” the new wife sighs.

Bridal Bliss: Tia and Fred Robbins
© 2009 Ross Oscar Knight Photography