Real Weddings – Fall Wedding at DACOR Bacon House in DC
Don’t discount a good day wedding. There are so many opportunities to create the wedding of your dreams. Venue – DACOR Bacon House Photographer – Love Life Images Caterer – Spilled Milk Florist – Viva La Flora Music – Bialek’s...
Real Weddings – Fall Wedding at Chevy Chase Club
An elegant wedding at Chevy Chase Country Club! As seen on Style Me Pretty – check it out! Venue – Chevy Chase Club Photographer – Hunter Ryan Photographer Makeup – Makeup by Mimi Tran Videographer – Shutter & Sound Band –...
Real Weddings – Fall Wedding at Belle Haven Country Club
A little rain didn’t get in the way of this couple! Venue – Belle Haven Country Club Photographer – Kelly Loss Photography A small break in the rain to capture this beautiful moment. Photo Credit – Kelly Loss Photography A little prep goes a...
Real Weddings – Summer Wedding at Top of the Town in Arlington VA
A wedding from the top of DC! This Air Force couple tied the knot on top of the DC skyline. This wedding was special because the Father of the Groom was a DJ we have worked with many times. We were honored to be a part of their day! Venue – Top of the Town...
Top Tips for Crafting Personalized Vows: A Guide to Expressing Your Love
As couples embark on the beautiful journey of wedding planning in the heart of Washington, DC, one of the most intimate and cherished moments is the exchange of vows. Crafting personalized vows adds a unique touch to the ceremony, allowing you to express your love in a way that resonates with your relationship. In this guide, we’ll explore the top tips for creating personalized vows that capture the essence of your love story, making your DC wedding truly unforgettable, especially as we approach the season of love, Valentine’s Day.
Real Weddings – Spring Wedding at Washington Golf and Country Club!
April showers truly brought May flowers for this Spring wedding! These two tied the knot at the stunning Washington Golf and Country Club in Arlington, Va. The bridesmaids were the “something blue” for this couple’s special day, carrying white...
Real Weddings – Spring Wedding at Carlyle House!
Beautiful blush and florals for this spring wedding. This bride and groom exchanged I do’s at the Carlyle House, a sneaky patch of green located in DC! Venue – Carlyle House Photographer – Erica Harrison This ring is timeless! Photo credit:...
Real Weddings – Fall Wedding at Columbia Country Club!
This mid-September wedding was filled with beautiful colors and weather that made the bride and groom glow! From a private first look to a toast on the dance floor, we couldn’t be happier that these two had their perfect day! Venue – Columbia Country Club...
Real Weddings – Spring Wedding at Columbia Country Club!
This bride’s long-sleeve, floral & lace gown was a perfect fit for this spring wedding at Columbia Country Club! The bridesmaids dressed in white made for even more elegance at the altar. To top it off, the pastel florals and details tied everything...
Embrace Rainy Romance: 10 Enchanting Wedding Umbrella Ideas
As the saying goes, “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain.” And what better occasion to embrace this sentiment than your wedding day? Rain on your wedding day may seem like a bit of a...Top Amazon Prime Wedding Deals 2023
In this blog post, we are thrilled to introduce you to the wonderland of Amazon Prime deals, where wedding dreams come true at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re a bride-to-be, a groom with an eye for detail, or a loving friend or family member lending a helping...
Real Weddings – Winter Wedding at Columbia Country Club in Maryland!
This wedding is a bit personal for me…it’s my wedding! We got married in December 2019 and little did we know that was going to be the last time we saw a lot of our friends and family for a while. Do you get extra points if your first year of marriage is...
Real Weddings – Summer Wedding at Columbia Country Club in Maryland!
This wedding was one of the first “back to normal” weddings. The indoor capacity regulation had recently been lifted and there was finally live music again! If that wasn’t enough to put a smile on our faces, the beautiful colors of the bridesmaid...
Real Weddings – Fall Wedding at Decatur House in Washington, DC
Don’t call it a come back…wedding celebration round 2! This couple celebrated their year anniversary having their wedding celebration. After almost a year to the date, the couple was finally able to celebrate with a LIVE BAND and dancing all night! Venue...
Real Weddings – Summer Wedding at The Assembly Room in Baltimore
After a few date changes this couple was finally able to celebrate! A beautiful wedding which incorporate culture practices from the bride and the groom. Venue – The Assembly Room Photographer – Barbarah Perttula Videographer – AJ Pastor Productions...
Real Weddings – Fall DC Wedding at Sequoia in Washington, DC
COVID Wedding! One of the perks of getting married during COVID restrictions was to be able to celebrate with an intimate group of friends and family. This couple made the best of the situation and celebrate with elegance and grace in an intimate ceremony and dinner...
Real Weddings – Fall DC Wedding at Riverside on the Potomac
Venue – Riverside on the Potomac Photographer – Luck & Love Photography Caterer – Smokin Willy Band – Bachelor Boys Band Florist – Loudoun County Farms Makeup – JKW Beauty Transportation – Coughlin Transportation Pies...
Real Weddings – Fall Virginia Country Side Wedding
Venue – Blue Hill Farm Caterer – CapMac Food Truck Rentals – Sammy’s Rentals Bar – Creme de la Creme Photographer – Out of Twig Videographer – Noel Obusan Makeup – Tamar C Makeup Officiant – Kenny Byrnes Hair...
Real Weddings – St. Francis Hall Winter Washington DC Wedding
Venue – St. Francis Hall Church – Immaculate Conception Caterer – B.Lin Catering Alcohol – ACE Beverages Dessert – Captain Cookie and the Milkman Photographer – Caroline Lima Photography Videographer – G1 Studios Band...
Real Weddings – DAR Winter Washington DC Wedding
Venue – DAR Church – St. Al’s at Gonzaga High School Caterer – Well Dunn Alcohol – ACE Cake – Fluffy Thoughts Photographer – Abby Greenawalt DJ – DJ Derek Romanoff with Bialek’s Cocktail Music – N Street...
Real Weddings – Decatur House in Washington, DC
Venue – Decatur House Caterer – Main Events Caterer Photographer – Meghan Rose Photography Band – Nightsong, Entertainment Exchange Ceremony and Cocktail Music – Tryos Ensemble Makeup – Faces by Shawn Florist – Flowers &...
Real Weddings – Josephine Butler Park Center in Washington, DC
Venue – Josephine Butler Park Center Catering – Eat & Smile Catering Photographer – Olivia Jacob Photography Florist – Love Blooms Here Band – Bachelor Boys Band Bride and Groom overlooking the pond before their wedding. Photo...
Real Weddings – Meridian International Center in Washington, DC
Venue – Meridian International Center Photographer – Ash Imagery Caterers – Well Done Caterers Band – Bachelor Boys Band Ceremony Music – Rockville Strings Duo Cocktail Hour Music -PF Music Officiant – David B. Lett Hair and Makeup...
Real Weddings – Bolger Center in Bethesda, MD
Ceremony – Blessed Sacrament Church Venue – Bolger Center Photographer – Megan Beth Photography Videographer – Bella Vista Weddings DJ -DJ Garret Cake – Classic Bakery Transportation – Vintage Limos Florist – Da Vinici...
Real Weddings – Omni Shoreham in Washington, DC
Check out this Washington DC wedding which had a traditional Chinese wedding tea ceremony! Venue – Omni Shoreham Photographer – Carl Elixir Photography Videographer – Ellen Bee Productions Cake – Buttercream Bakeshop DJ – Black Tie...
Real Weddings – The George Peabody Library in Baltimore, MD
Venue – The George Peabody Library Caterer – Charles Levine Catering Photographer – Anne Sachs Photography, Artful Weddings Band – Mr. Potato Head, East Coast Entertainment Ceremony Music – Canterbury Strings Transportation –...
Real Weddings – Washington Nationals Stadium in Washington, DC
Venue – Washington Nationals Ball Park Photographer – Mantas Kubilinskas Photography DJ – Bryan George Music Hair and Makeup – Bang Salon Florist – Flowers n’ Ferns The rain didn’t stand in this couple’s way!...
Real Weddings – American Visionary Art Museum Baltimore, MD
Venue – American Visionary Art Museum Caterer – Charles Levine Catering Photographer – Love Life Images Florist – My Flower Box Events Entertainment – Cedric Teamer Beauty – Beauty by Tanesha Transportation – American...
Real Weddings – Strathmore Bethesda, MD in the Fall
Ceremony – Our Lady of Mercy Church Reception – Strathmore Bethesda, MD Catering – Ridgewells Photographer – Gray Kammera Photography Florist – The Orangerine Entertainment – Black Tie DJs Cocktail Pianist – Jeffrey Chappell...ABOUT ME
Colleen has been planning D.C. weddings for nearly a decade now. She is a native of the Washington DC. area and her connections with local professionals and her intimate knowledge of the wedding planning industry enable her to expertly guide couples to the exact vendors they need to make their dream wedding.