Isia and Arthur’s Washington D.C. Wedding: One thing that covid taught us is how to be tech-savvy and how to adjust. (I refuse to use the P word anymore) If your family members can’t attend due to travel restrictions, time constraints, or any other reason, they don’t have to miss out. Due to global circumstances,…
Planning Bat Mitzvahs is a staple here at Swoon Soiree. This Celestial Cheer Theme Bat Mitzvah at The Jefferson Hotel was so much fun to produce. The Venue The Jefferson Hotel is a historic venue in Richmond, Va, but it is a versatile space that is perfect for large parties. It embraces the tradition…
A Grand millennial-inspired wedding combines traditional, heirloom pieces with modern elements. Emily had always envisioned a grand millennial-inspired wedding. Emily and Nathan were married at the stunning Market At Grelen outside of Charlottesville, Virginia. The Market at Grelen sits on a 1,000-acre nursery and boasts rural simplicity. The mountain views go on for miles, and…
The Line Hotel, located in the vibrant Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, D.C., is quickly becoming one of the city’s most popular wedding venues. With its contemporary design, diverse event spaces – including a roof top option, and exceptional amenities, it’s no wonder that couples are choosing to get married here. Here’s why…
Venue: This bar mitzvah took place at the family’s country club under a tent out back. With the pandemic still a concern, the family felt that their guests would appreciate the open air setting. Party: The bat mitzvah them was a rockstar theme. Our guest of honor wanted something that was edgy, cool,…
Eloping is becoming a more popular, chic way for couples to get married. You can exchange your vows anywhere, and you can be as low key, or as over the top as you would like. Elopements and micro weddings are not a new thing, especially in cities, like Richmond, Virginia where we have a vibrant art…
When it comes to allocating your budget, there are about a million different ways to do it. Each client has different event goals, each venue requires different logistics, and each market is priced differently. As an experienced wedding planner, planning weddings in Richmond, Charlottesville, Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland, here are a few tips on…
Wedding planning is time-consuming and time-sensitive work. Make sure you know what you are getting when you hire your professional. What is a Wedding Planner: A wedding planner is hired by the couple, they are not hired by the venue. Their sole job is to make sure your wedding is exactly what you want…
This wedding was originally planned for June 2020 with more than 200 guests. Of course the plans changed with the pandemic and we were forced to make a few really tough decisions. The couple ultimately decided that the big party could wait, but that their marriage could not. Kristina and Ryan had been together for…
Inspiration: The inspiration for this shoot was pulled from a variety of sources. The initial inspiration was one of my all time favorite venues in England, Anyhoe Park. They have a space, The Orangery, that is so whimsical and inspiring. The room is mostly neutrals. Shades of whites and creams with a bit…