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Coral Wedding Details

Danielle Freedman — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:21:02 +0000

For anyone that knows me, they know that I LOVE the color and motif of coral. Today, I have pulled together an inspiration board that includes a few fabulous summery details…Happy Wednesday!

Cake: Fluffy Thoughts; Invite: Ceci New York; Necklace: Meg Carter Designs; Rentals: Party Rentals, Ltd; Bridesmaid Dress: J. Crew Wedding; Invite: Peculiar Pair Press

Strathmore Music Hall Red Line Wedding

Danielle Freedman — Mon, 17 May 2010 10:00:28 +0000

Jen and Sanjeev’s wedding is exactly the kind of wedding that I love to see – personalized plans with traditional beauty! This stunning couple took the theme of the Red Line to inspire their wedding colors and venue – a red palette with the ceremony and reception spots on the Red Metro Line. Fun, right?!

The wedding day began with the bridal party getting ready at the Latham Hotel in Georgetown before heading to the reveal at the Old Stone House right on M Street.

The October 30th wedding ceremony took place at St. Ann’s Cathedral in Tenleytown and then Strathmore Music Hall for the reception. Stacey Vaeth Photography captures it all – fabulous!

We have the inside scoop from Catering Director at the Strathmore Music Hall, Augustine Bove…

Jen and Sanjeev initially came in with an open mind and saw a beautiful architectural interesting building to host their wedding. We immediately connected so we worked together to create the atmosphere of both of their backgrounds. I worked directly with them to achieve a customized reception that reflects their personality in the Menu Choices, Wine Selections, Design of the Space and Linen and Equipment Rentals. It was truly a flawless day which is what we strive for here at Strathmore !!

Now how is that for happily ever after?!

The fabulous vendor team:

Photography: Stacey Vaeth Photography

Cupcakes: Penny Karas from Hello Cupcake

Venue: Strathmore Music Hall

Dear Devon: A Beautiful Omni Shoreham Ballroom

Devon Pearce — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:57:09 +0000

Today, we’re featuring a handful of reader emails. One of my absolute favorite things about writing this blog is opening my inbox every day. As I’ve often said, I LOVE receiving emails from readers. I enjoy answering questions, giving my two cents (for whatever it’s worth!), and hearing about your fabulously creative ideas for your upcoming weddings. And, just as I love getting emails from readers, I’m always thrilled to receive emails from local wedding professionals.

William Grace, Senior Catering Sales Manager at the Omni Shoreham Hotel, is one such professional who always brightens my day. A few days ago, he sent over a few pictures from a recent wedding he executed. Here’s what he had to say…

From William…

“I recently did this wedding with a bride and groom [who were] afraid of color, since the murals on the walls of the Palladian Ballroom were so bold. So I designed this event from all angles to make sure that it “breathed” air into the room. Enjoy!”

Photos: Len DePas Photography

Florals: Allan Woods

Venue: Omni Shoreham Hotel

Design: William Grace

Thanks for sharing, William! If you’ve never visited the Omni Shoreham Hotel, I would urge you to check it out. Especially if you are able to work with William Grace — as you can see from these pictures, he really knows what he’s doing! William only does weddings at the Omni Shoreham, so you can be sure he will be incredibly attentive throughout your planning process and on your big day. Here’s another Omni Shoreham wedding we featured a few months ago.

More to come later today… including a very special announcement!

Sasha’s Style: Pretty in Purple

Devon Pearce — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:45:35 +0000

One look at the Obama girls and you can see that style runs in the family. The littlest Obama, Sasha, looks oh-so-pretty in this picture-perfect ensemble. Her white flower and brilliantly purple dress are simply adorable. And, if you are thinking of having little ones in your wedding, this would be just perfect for a 7 year-old flower girl!

Photos: Top Row – Sasha Obama (www.bet.com), White Flower Headband (J.Crew Crewcuts), Bottom Row – Girls’ Silk-Ruffle Pierre Top in Antique Purple (J.Crew Crewcuts), Cupcakes by Fancy Cakes by Leslie.

I am so excited to watch these sweet girls blossom into fashionable little young ladies over the next four years!

President & Mrs. Obama: Playfully Elegant

Devon Pearce — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:55:37 +0000

I thought it would be fun to create an idea board around this very loving, incredibly romantic picture of President & Mrs. Obama. I see it as the a fun cocktail party hosted by the Obamas — filled with color and playfully elegant.

Photos: Top – Barack and Michelle Obama (www.politicalarticles.net); Invitation by Embellished Ink; Boutonniere (Martha Stewart Weddings); Bouquet by Janie Medley Floral

President & Mrs. Obama: Effortlessly Chic

Devon Pearce — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:40:28 +0000

As the 44^th President takes office today, the new First Lady will be by his side, likely looking as elegant and put-together as ever. While this powerful couple radiates style at each and every public appearance, they also make it look so, well, easy.

On October 18, 2008, Barack and Michelle Obama celebrated their sixteenth wedding anniversary. In 1992 in Chicago, Illinois, the Obamas were married in a church ceremony and celebrated afterwards with an elegant, but not over-the-top, reception. Barack wore a white tie tuxedo, while Michelle looked gracefully beautiful in a white off-the-shoulder ballgown and cathedral-length veil. Michelle’s bridesmaids wore black.

If this effortlessly chic couple were to get married this year, their wedding would likely reflect their classic style and confident personalities. What an amazing D.C. wedding that would be! Here is a modern take on the Obama’s timeless wedding style…

Photos: Top Row – Barack and Michelle Obama (www.barackobamain08.com); Black & White Bouquet (Martha Stewart Weddings); Middle Row – White Cake (Kendall’s Cakes); Tux (Martha Stewart Weddings); Bottom Row – Invitation by Smock Paper (available at Just Paper and Tea); Dress by Oscar de la Renta (available at Hitched).