Today’s wedding takes place at the United States Naval Academy in a beautiful winter wonderland.

The bride is a Maryland native and a graduate of George Mason University. The groom is from Hawaii and recently graduated from the United States Naval Academy after gaining fame as the quarterback of Navy’s football team over the last few years. It was fitting therefore that their wedding ceremony take place at the beautiful Naval Academy Chapel, followed by a reception nearby at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Jennifer Cody, of egomedia photography, captured the incredible day!

Jennifer tell us,

“As the snow was falling heavily all day, and the best man was stuck in a ditch by the side of the road just two hours before the ceremony. Discover Annapolis trolleys sent their bravest drivers out and they successfully got the bride, groom, and guests to the ceremony and reception. It was truly impressive given the road conditions. Boots were the order of the day, as open toed shoes were not an option.

Inside the chapel, all was calm and quiet although the chapel coordinators had not been able to make it, the Pastor was there as were the professionals from Wedding Savvy. A lovely ceremony was followed by the traditional sword arch exit, when the Navy football coach took the initiative to try and shovel a path for the bride and groom, but they still pretty much ended up in a snow drift LOL. After taking family portraits inside (which I’m sure the Hawaiian relatives especially appreciated), we set off with Katie and Kaipo for some images outside. They were troopers and when I asked if they were too cold, Kaipo reminded me “I’m a Marine” -point taken.”

After photographs, guests headed to the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, upstairs to the flag bridge which provided a great view of the field in the swirling snow and the scoreboard which had been personalized with a photo of Katie and Kaipo. Amusingly, that photo showed the couple during a visit to sunny Hawaii…

Guests were welcomed by Bo Brooks catering, who had called in their own family members to fully staff the event. David from MyDeejay was there to provide music throughout the evening.

I just love the guest book and can honestly say that I never have seen anything like it — Kaipo’s Navy football helmet. Everyone was also asked to submit advice for the newlyweds on cards marked “We wish you”; “The Key to a Happy Marriage is…” and “Love Is”. After toasts and a traditional Hawaiian lei ceremony, the bride, groom, and their families enjoyed dinner and dancing.

The fabulous vendor team:

Photography: egomedia photography

Ceremony: USNA chapel

Reception: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium

Caterer: Bo Brooks Catering

Event Coordinator: Raquel Shutt at Wedding Savvy

Music: MyDeejay

Videography: Neil Benjers

Next up, I am delighted to share this beautiful, whimsical wedding by Love Life Images and Pam Barefoot of Atrendy Wedding. The girls got ready at The Westin Fairfax Embassy Row and then headed to the ceremony at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church…Oh this father-daughter moment was captured with such grace.

Guests were welcomed to town with these adorable floral bags. How fun are the detailed props from the bird cages to the pom poms?! A game of bocce ball anyone?

The Dumbarton House looks absolutely beautiful. For the trillionith time, event lighting (so important!) makes this space look even more breathtaking – we heart Frost Lighting! And, of course, as always, the flowers by Philippa Tarrant are so romantic.

Thank you to Pam for sharing Annabel and Tim’s wedding with us!

The fabulous vendor team:

Venue: Dumbarton House

Photography: Jennifer Domenick of Love Life Images

Planner: Pam Barefoot of Atrendy Wedding

Catering: Main Event Caterers

Florist: Philippa Tarrant

Deejay: My Deejay

Cake: Fancy Cakes By Leslie

Lighting: Frost Lighting

Tent: Sugar Plum Tent Co.

Photobooth: Through photographer

Getting Ready Hotel: The Westin Fairfax Embassy Row

Makeup/Hair: Kim Steele - 703.597.9955 or stylemakerkim@aol.com

Church: St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

Organist: Marc Ohnmacht - 202.588.8045 or mohnmacht@hotmail.com

Cocktail Music: Eric Waters - 703-750-3636 or eric@watersguitar.com

Transportation: Fleet Transportation

Aimee Dominick, planner extraordinaire and owner of A. Dominick Events,  pulled together this gorgeous fête.

The picture perfect couple is not only one of the most handsome I have seen, but also are two of the kindest and thoughtful individuals of all time.  They truly deserve each other.

Alex and her sister, Isabella, have such a special relationship….

Can’t you just feel Alex and Taylor’s happiness from these beautiful photographs?!

I love the sweet cake-topper that Alex made and painted herself out of wooden clothes pins – how cute?! And, why not share a beer after the ceremony? Yum.

The Fabulous Vendor Team:

Planner: A. Dominick Events

Photography: Jay Premack Photography

Flowers: Sidra Forman

DJ: Evan Reitmeyer – MyDeeJay

Video: humanstory films

Catering: Occasions Caterers

Classical Guitarist: Said Tinat

Hair: Elegant Hair by Giselle – Giselle Chreky

Makeup: Kim Reyes

Dana and David, the VERY lucky winners of this fabulous giveaway, were married on Earth Day, April 22, at the Stephen Decatur House Museum.  Here are a few of the photos from their special day, generously donated by the members of the DC Green Wedding Consortium…

The wedding was captured by a duo of fabulous photographers — Jennifer Domenick of Love Life Images, and Tom Van Veen of Documentary Associates.

How cute is that pedi-cab?  I love it!  During the inauguration madness, I took a pedi-cab from downtown to Georgetown.  Despite the slight chill in the air (the “driver” gave me a sleeping bag to stay warm), I had a very fun time.   I wish we had more pedi-cabs in D.C…  They make for picture-perfect transportation for the bride & groom!

Oh, and I am totally swooning over this wedding cake by Debbie Delardi of Cakes by Design.  

Congratulations, Dana & David!

Here’s the rest of the Green Wedding vendor dream team:

Wedding Planning & Flowers: Katie Martin, Elegance & Simplicity

Catering: Avalon Caterers

Videography: Jessica Piscitelli

Bridal Gown: Promise…for the Savvy Bride

DJ: MyDeejay

Make-up: Carola Myers

Hair: Elegant Hair by Giselle

Reception Venue: Decatur House

Cake: Debbie Delardi, Cakes By Design