Weddings

A Poolside Ceremony This simple wedding took place on Dover Hall’s back lawn by the pool, offering a serene setting for the couple’s vows. The green and white palette complemented the surroundings, creating an atmosphere of understated elegance. Cocktail Hour in the Gardens Guests enjoyed fine wine and a relaxed, chic vibe in the gardens. […]

Finding Love Online It’s fascinating how many couples I work with, as a wedding planner, who have met online.  Each with their unique stories of navigating the dating world. Emily and Vishal’s story is no different. After many uneventful dates, Emily was ready to quit online dating.  Vishal, on the other hand, had a sudden […]

Classic Southern Charm: Catherine and Krishna’s Williamsburg Inn Wedding When Catherine and Krishna envisioned their wedding, they knew they wanted it to be a celebration that combined classic southern charm with personal touches. The couple met at Virginia Tech, and their shared experiences there played a significant role in their journey. They wanted their wedding […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 and […]

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 […]

    Planning a large, multicultural wedding, during a pandemic is not for the faint of heart.  Not to mention that in Virginia, the guidelines were changing by the day.  We were restricted by guest count the whole time we were planning this wedding, however the allowances were changing frequently.  We weren’t sure how many […]

Inspiration for the Editorial: It is no secret that the South East boasts hospitality, southern charm, and some seriously great food.  It is also no secret that New York City is famous for the fashion, architecture, art, and it’s incredible cultural mix and social scene.  So what happens when a girl from the south, falls […]