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Real Weddings: Alex & Alex

Alex and Alex were married at Zaytinya and had their rehearsal dinner at Oyamel, they had an entire Jose Andres weekend. Zaytinya was originally built to be an art gallery so lends itself perfectly to a ceremony and reception, plus of course you get amazing food. The father of the bride played his harmonica with the band and their katubah was an amazing paper cut design of everything meaningful to the bride and groom. The couple was so relaxed and happy you would never have believed they were about to walk down the aisle. Despite the rain storm of the century that blew through 10 minutes before their ceremony, soaking guests and blowing away the patio umbrellas, the guests were also relaxed and everyone had a wonderful time celebrating Alex and Alex.

Diana Lewkowicz Photography

Planning: Events to a T, Ceremony and Reception: Zaytinya, Flowers: Park Florist, Music: The Mustang Band, Photography: Diana Lewkowicz Photography, Officiant: Rabbi Harold White,

Posted: July 27, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: Events to a T, jose andres, Real Weddings, zaytinya • Comments (0)

Real Weddings: J & J

J & J were married on a beautiful day at the end of April at the GW Mt. Vernon Campus Hand Chapel. The little hidden gem of a ceremony site set the tone for the entire wedding. The Hand Chapel, tucked away in the woods on the Mt. Vernon Campus of GW has sloping angular ceilings, pews that recess toward the upper balcony, a built in pipe organ and floor to ceiling windows that look out into the woods. The bride, bucking tradition, did not walk down the center aisle, but appeared alone outside the window, entering from the front of the Chapel.

The reception, held at the House of Sweden was set up in the basement like a night club with low lighting, black walls, cushioned ottomans set around and high top tables in front of screens rotating pictures of the bride, groom and their families. The cocktail hour was held on the roof, which boasts the best view of DC right on the Georgetown waterfront with dinner looking out over the Potomac on the first floor.

I loved the couple’s laid back spirit and willingness to do things exactly as they wanted them done, not per traditional. They made for such a fun couple to work with. Best of luck J&J!

Kate Triano Photography

Planning: Events to a T, Photography: Kate Triano Photography, Ceremony: GW Mt. Vernon Hand Chapel, Reception: House of Sweden, Catering: Bienvenu, Rabbi: Rabbi Harold White, Florist: Edge Flowers, Music: Andy Kushner Entertainment, Transportation: Linder & Associates, MUA: Melissa Schwartz Jones, Cupcakes: Sprinkles, Videography: Blue Sky Films

Posted: July 20, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: april weddings, Events to a T, GW, Hosue of Sweden, Kate Triano, Real Weddings, Sprinkles Cupcakes • Comments (0)

Real Weddings – Amanda & Memo

Amanda and Memo were married in May at Glenview Mansion, but traveled from Nicaragua for the wedding. The bride (who is from the area) and the groom (who is from Nicaragua) run a wonderful organization there through their church. They were so laid back and full of joy throughout the entire planning process, despite being so far away. Their families and friends could not have been happier for them and constantly mentioned what wonderful people Amanda and Memo are.

The ceremony and reception included touches of their home in Nicaragua with bowls for communion they brought from home, their friend playing a song in Spanish on his guitar, the toasts were translated into Spanish and the favors were the couple’s favorite coffee beans from home. They also brought their own rum from Nicaragua and their specialty cocktail was a mojito.

Congratulations Amanda & Memo!

Casey Templeton Photography

Planner: Events to a T, Photography: Casey Templeton Photography, Ceremony Venue: Damascus United Methodist Church, Reception Venue: Glenview Mansion, Rentals: Capital Party Rentals, Cake: Fluffy Thoughts, Catering: Festive Foods, DJ: Brennan Sullivan, Flowers: EDGE Flowers

Posted: July 7, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: Events to a T, Glenview Mansion, Nicaragua, Real Weddings, Rockville • Comments (0)

Real Weddings: Jessica & Jeremy

Jessica & Jeremy had a DIY backyard garden wedding last month, shot by my favorite photographer, Danielle Cover. Everything about this lovely wedding was DIY, from the food (which the groom made all homemade, including the cake) to the homemade jam favors and the darling ribbon wands the 7 little boys carried down the isle. The bride and groom, both professional musicians, played a beautiful concert for their guests, joined by some friends and the bride’s father. I cannot think of a more perfect way for this laid back couple to celebrate. It was a joy to work with them on their wedding!

Danielle Cover Photography

Florist: Edge Flowers, Photography: Danielle Cover Photography, Venue: Private home, Ceremony music: Sage String Quartet, Planner: Events to a T, Rentals: Select Event Rental, Staffing: Professional Bartenders & Servers

Posted: June 16, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: Danielle Cover Photography, DIY wedding, Events to a T, garden wedding, Real Weddings • Comments (2)

Real Wedding by Danielle Cover Photography

Allie & Matt were married last weekend at the Tidewater Inn on the Eastern Shore. I love her flowers and how relaxed the couple looks. The photographer, Danielle Cover Photography, called it one of her most fun weddings ever. Congratulations Allie & Matt.

Danielle Cover Photography

Hair and makeup: Behind the Veil,llc , Flowers: Harrisons, DJ: DJ Paul Entertainment, Dress: Galina

Posted: May 11, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: Danielle Cover Photography, Eastern Shore weddings, Real Weddings • Comments (0)

Happy Anniversary

Happy 1 year Anniversary babe. I love you!

Doug DeMark Photography

Posted: April 24, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: 1st anniversary, Events to a T, Real Weddings, Tabard Inn • Comments (2)

Real Weddings – Jessica and Justin

Jessica and Justin were the most laid back and giving couple I have ever worked with. They seem to have an open door policy at their home, with friends always come and going and all of their wedding party individually told me what wonderful people they are. This couple and their families also know how to party! The dance floor was full all night long and Jessica and Justin were out there the entire time. I love to see a couple have a great time at their wedding! Congratulations Jessica and Justin!

Jenn Link Photography

Photography: Jenn Link Photography/ DJ: Disc Jockeys On Call/ Ceremony and Reception Venue: Tower Club Tysons Corner/ Florist: Festival of Flowers

Posted: February 7, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: Events to a T, flowers, inspiration, photography, Real Weddings, weddings • Comments (0)

Real Weddings – Sara & Chris

Sara and Chris had an October 30th wedding and did not want any fall or Halloween accents, but plenty of fabulous DIY touches! From the first moment I met with them, Sara and Chris knew exactly what they wanted and had plenty of ideas, I knew immediately I was going to love working with them. They created all of the details which made their chic black and white wedding so special. From the programs, to the wands and the candy buffet, this DIY couple put so much of themselves into every aspect of their special day. And there to capture every moment was Edward Underwood and his team. I loved working with Ed and his staff. When you get to work with talented photographers who are also great to work with and fun to be around it makes the experience wonderful for everyone from the bride and groom, the guests, the venue, all of us! All kinds of joy to Sara and Chris!

Edward Underwood Photography

Edward Underwood

Edward Underwood Photography

Photography: Edward Underwood Photography/ Ceremony venue: St. Peter’s on Capitol Hill/ Reception venue: DAR/ Florist: Petals Edge Floral Design/ Caterers: Occasions Catering/ Videography: Dolce Studio Films/ Bag Piper: Norm Weaver/ Wine and Spirits: Ace Beverage/ DJ: Artman DJs/ Transportation: K&V Limousine and Sedan Services/ Valet: Unipark Valet and Parking Services

Posted: January 31, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: Events to a T, Real Weddings, weddings • Comments (0)

Real Weddings – Meredith & Jake, Wish Upon a Wedding

I have the honor of being on the Board of Directors of an amazing organization called Wish Upon a Wedding. Everyone in the wedding industry should not only be aware of this organization, but involved – but that is a post all unto itself. In early January, Wish Upon a Wedding, DC granted their second wish to a young military couple. Meredith is a former Marine Corps Officer and Jake is preparing for a seven month deployment to Afghanistan. Meredith and Jake met at church and are a very religious couple who only asked that their religion be honored when granting their wedding wish. Through many struggles and with little resources, the couple had faith that God would make a way for them to be married before Jake’s deployment to Afghanistan. Enter Wish Upon a Wedding, DC and our many wish granters, including two of my very favorite vendors Danielle Cover Photography and Lily Pad Weddings – both 2011 Wedding Wire Brides Choice Award Winners! Congratulations to Meredith and Jake and thank you so much to our many wish granters!

photo credit: Danielle Cover Photography

photo credit: all photos Danielle Cover Photography

Ceremony venue: United States Naval Academy Chapel / Reception venue: Historic Inns of Annapolis/ Planners: Encounters, Inc/ Photography: Danielle Cover Photography / Invitations and Paper Goods: Lily Pad Weddings/ Ceremony Music: Bialek’s Music / DJ: MyDeejay/ Jewelers: Nelson Coleman Jewelers/ Garter: The Garter Girl by Julianne Smith/ Cake: Debi’s Cake Studio/ Florist: Selmat Design/ Videography: Dave’s Videography Services/ Hair: Silver Immersions/ Makeup: BeautyMark/ Officiant: Pastor Matt Stroia

Posted: January 28, 2011 • Category: Weddings • Tags: military weddings, Real Weddings, weddings, Wish Upon a Wedding • Comments (0)

Real Weddings – Erin & Patrick

Over 200 guests gathered for Erin and Patrick’s winter-chic wedding the week before Christmas. They were married at First Presbyterian Church of Howard County and held their reception at the Sheraton Columbia Town Center. Erin, Pat and Erin’s parents were all so involved in every detail of the planning. I loved being part of the process as their family come together to plan this wonderful event – even when it was clear the boys would maybe rather be watching football at times. My favorite part of the evening was the toasts, given by the best man and maid of honor, both friends of the bride and groom since childhood. It was so touching to hear of the growth of their friendships over so many years. Best of luck and many happy years together to Erin & Patrick!