By Jasmine Grant ·December 23, 2020December 23, 2020
Wedding Wednesdays are always a vibe here at ESSENCE thanks to our weekly Bridal Bliss column. Though 2020 was a year unlike any other due to the COVID-19 pandemic, these couples found creative ways to say “I do” their way.
From socially distanced ceremonies to beautiful garden vow renewals, we were absolutely wowed by the Bridal Bliss 2020 that shared their special day with us.
Take a look at our favorite Bridal Bliss moments from 2020.
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01Best Wedding Theme: Angel And Bobby 
02Most Stylish Bride: DorianThe only thing more fabulous than Dorian and Oludotun’s chic golf course wedding was the bride’s custom two-piece bridal gown. 
03Best Bridal Glam: ShalwahThe Brooklyn bride gave us a headwrap moment we’ll never forget. 
Credit: Devon Watson Photography 04Best Wedding Venue: Kris and TalisaKris and Talisa had the woodsy wedding of a lifetime surrounded by love, trees, and memories that will last forever. Their rustic venue in Roxbury, NY added charm to their reception. 
Chuy Photography 05Best Groom Cry: MatthewMatthew and Shakirah’s wedding Italian wedding ceremony gave us all the feelings. 
06Best Cake: Lucile and DorsonThe couple’s three-tiered wedding cake was a masterpiece, finished with buttercream and decorated with seasonal white flowers. 
Credit: Reem Photography 07Best Reception Look: Barbara And EdmundBarbara and Edmund’s wedding reception was dripping with style. The bride’s reception look was created by Winnie Couture, and we haven’t stopped thinking about this lace frock since. 
Photographer: Gregoire Jules 08Best “Just Married” Photo: Gerard Leslie 
09Best Socially Distanced Ceremony: Warren and LaurenThe love was on high and Lauren and Warren’s socially distanced wedding ceremony in Washington D.C. Friends and family drove by with posters and gifts to celebrate the couple. Too cute! 
Photographer: Terri Baskin 10Best Party: Madeliene and JassonNot a chair wasrel=”noopener noreferrer” target=”_blank”>Miami wedding reception turned all the way up. 
Photography: Munoz Photography 11Best Dressed Groomsmen: Maya And AndréAndré and his groomsmen opted not to go with do the traditional tux and we loved it! 
Credit: Tory Bass Photography 12Best Dressed Bridesmais: Joscelyn and Josue 
13Best Rooftop Ceremony: Sharisse and ThurmanThis intimate ceremony on the roof of the Mandarin Oriental hotel in New York City stole our hearts. 
Photographer: Amy Anaiz 14Best Altar Moment: Edmond and Mercy 
15Best Bridal Party Portrait: Mills and JohanneThe couple planned an intimate vow renewal ceremony for their 10-year wedding anniversary, and we couldn’t take our eyes off this portrait taken with their three beautiful children. 
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