Tia Jurčić Kicks Off Wedding Weekend in a Luxurious Pink Gown
The bride-to-be chose the romantic 'Misty Rose' creation for the pre-wedding dinner with former NBA star Kenny Smith, delighting followers on social media.
The bride-to-be chose the romantic 'Misty Rose' creation for the pre-wedding dinner with former NBA star Kenny Smith, delighting followers on social media.
Croatian public figure Tia Jurčić kicked off a multi-day celebration this weekend ahead of her wedding to former NBA star and sports analyst Kenny Smith. The first photos from the rehearsal dinner, shared on social media by her friends Karlo Rusan and Zvonimir Franić, revealed a glamorous atmosphere and romantic details, as reported by Tportal.
The published photos showed personalized ice cream cups with the inscription 'Tia & Kenny's Wedding Weekend' and a touching message: 'I choose you, and I will choose you over and over again, without hesitation, without doubt, without thinking.' Tia herself soon chimed in, posing in front of a metallic purple Rolls Royce, but her lavish gown stole all the attention.
For the first evening of the wedding weekend, Jurčić chose the 'Misty Rose' model by Ukrainian brand Milla, founded and led by sisters Zoryana and Iryna Senyshyn. The creation features a soft pink hue, a corseted bodice, off-the-shoulder sleeves, and a voluminous skirt composed of numerous cascading ruffles. Transparent layers of tulle and the dusty rose shade give the dress an almost fairytale-like appearance, while the fitted corset adds a touch of sensuality.
Milla, named after one of the co-founders' daughters, is known for opulent evening gowns with corseted silhouettes and an abundance of tulle, ruffles, and shimmering embellishments. According to Tportal, their dresses are recognizable for blending romantic style with dramatic curves that catch the eye.
Tia wore her long dark hair down in soft waves, completing her look with understated jewelry and a white clutch bag reading 'Mrs. Smith,' a clear nod to the upcoming name change.
Tia and Kenny Smith announced their engagement in October of last year. 'YES to you forever!' Jurčić wrote at the time alongside a photo showing off her truly impressive engagement ring. The couple revealed their romance in early 2024 when she shared a photo of them together at a New Year's Eve celebration. Shortly after, they made their first public appearance as a couple at an event held ahead of the Super Bowl, as reported by Tportal.
During his professional basketball career, Kenny Smith won two NBA championships with the Houston Rockets, and after retiring from the sport, he built a successful television career as an analyst. For Tia, this will be her third marriage; before Smith, she was married to American basketball player Chris Warren, with whom she has a son named Domenick, and to Mario Mamić. Kenny Smith was also married twice before this. With the wedding weekend off to a glamorous start, we can only wait to see which dress Tia has chosen for the moment she walks down the aisle.
