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Elegant Four Seasons Wedding by Eli Turner Studios

08.31.16 by Katie Welsh

Today’s Elegant Four Seasons Wedding by Eli Turner Studios is nothing short of a show stopper! From the ceremony to the reception, this wedding is dripping in florals and candles throughout. The Event Planners, Strawberry Milk Events, tell us, “Danielle and Jeff had an elegant, black tie wedding for 250 of their friends and family at The Four Seasons Hotel. For the ceremony, we draped the room in a soft blush satin for a magical glow with lucite troughs of candles lining the aisle. An all-white floral chuppah stole the show (after the bride’s stunning, Monique Lhuillier gown of course!) A backlit, monogrammed bar was the focal point of cocktail hour with bloom-filled birdcages and hanging candles hanging above. For the reception, we transformed the ballroom into an elegant, modern fairytale setting with tones of blush, cream, and silver. A 10 foot, round willow branch chandelier draped in romantic, cascading florals and candles hung over their custom monogrammed dance floor. Lots of crystal and candlelight contributed to the ethereal vibe. L.A. Starz Band rocked the dance floor all night long!”

Elegant Four Seasons Wedding by Eli Turner Studios

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ELEGANT FOUR SEASONS WEDDING VENDORS:

Photographer: Eli Turner Studios
Equipment Rentals: DC Rentals
Cinema and Video: East West Productions
Band: EBE Talent
Floral Designer: EDGE Floral Designers
Equipment Rentals: Event Revolution
Event Venue: Four Seasons Baltimore Hotel
Invitation Designer: Just Ink On Paper
Cake Designer: Patisserie Poupon
Event Planner: Strawberry Milk Events

by Katie Welsh

Romantic Backyard Wedding by Bekah Kay Creative

08.30.16 by Katie Welsh

There is nothing sweeter than the emotions shared in these photos throughout this Romantic Backyard Wedding by Bekah Kay Creative. This relaxed affair took places in the bride’s father’s backyard and had many sweet touches throughout. Bekah Kay was able to capture the range of emotions the day brought from pure joy to a truly emotional ceremony and reception (we are suckers for photos of grooms crying!) Bekah tells us,”Nina and Brandon got married in Nina’s father’s backyard with small flowers hung from the trees at the ceremony, a large white tent for the reception, and string lights that filled the tent and were wrapped around the surrounding trees. Brandon describes himself as more smooth and soulful, and Nina is more relaxed and bohemian, and together their wedding was very classic and romantic. When asked what they were most excited about for the wedding and this next season of marriage, they said to hear each others vows (which were so emotional) and just to become husband and wife, with a season full of so many possibilities. Their day was filled with so many beautiful details, but what everyone remembered the most was simple romance and deep connection between the bride and the groom.”

ROMANTIC BACKYARD WEDDING VENDORS:

Florist: Scentsational Florals
Caterer: Celebrations Catering
Cake/Desserts: Colleen Daves
Make-up Artist: Natasha Ivanchoka
Hair Stylist: Jacqui Walker
Favors-Olivia Macaron (Georgetown)
Officiant-Marty Kuchma
Bridal Gown: Enzoani

by Katie Welsh

Pineapple Inspiration by Emily Chastain Photography

08.29.16 by Teri Pozniak

To me, this pineapple inspiration shoot at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club, from Emily Chastain Photography and Kennedy Events and Design, is the epitome of summer! Laura, from Kennedy Events and Design says “As a southern girl, I love the symbolism of the pineapple, which has been a quintessential representation of hospitality dating back to colonial times. In this shoot, we took this symbol outside of the plantation and feature the pineapple in a natural beach setting. The sandy beachfront, dramatic water views, and tall grasses at Chesapeake Bay Beach Club made the perfect setting for our pineapple-loaded details. The setting inspired a bridal look of soft makeup and loose hair. Flowers include loosely arranged greenery with white and neutral colored blooms, yellow accents, and mini pineapples. Earth tones continue in the ceremony space with a large, hand-made fan backdrop and lush greenery arrangements for the altar and aisle ends. The guest experience is an important aspect of this hospitality-themed shoot. Guests would receive this classically designed invitation suite featuring an amazing pineapple envelop liner. The welcome guest bag features coastal snacks, a beach towel, and a driftwood calligraphy tag. Also, calligraphy driftwood place cards display each guest’s place name. The romantic candlelit sweetheart table is styled with plank wood chargers, antique yellow glassware, mini pineapples, and personalized bride and groom calligraphy place cards. In colonial times, pineapples were used to accent the dining table and we wanted to reflect this tradition by including mini pineapples in each place setting to bring feelings of welcome and celebration. The dessert display added a whimsical touch to the shoot; dried pineapple flowers were used to adorn the front of the cake along with pineapple leaves at the base of each layer. This display also features the most delicious popsicles by Picnic Pops and no one was disappointed to have a little snack after these pops had been photographed! The most dramatic and dreamy sunset and perfect lighting for bridal portraits ended this perfect day.”

Pineapple Inspiration Styled Shoot Vendors

Photographer: Emily Chastain Photography
Stylist: Jessica Powell
Venue: Chesapeake Bay Beach Club
Coordination & Design: Kennedy Events and Design
Flowers: Petals by the Shore
Hair & Makeup: Jordan K Winn & Co.
Paper/Invitation Suite & Calligraphy for Tags: Anchor Point Paper Co.
Calligraphy (driftwood welcome tag and driftwood place cards): Lowe Love Calligraphy
Cake:WinniE’s Bakery
Popsicles: Picnic Pops
Rentals: Vintage Affairs
Dress: Simply Bridal

by Teri Pozniak

Wedding Dogs :: Happy National Dog Day!

08.26.16 by Teri Pozniak

Happy National Dog Day! Assistant Editor, Katie, and I are both pretty obsessed with dogs, so we couldn’t let this holiday sneak by without attention! Instead of lots of words, we’re just going to bombard you with all of these delightful photos of wedding dogs, whose parents included them in their celebration as they become a family. Woof! ♥