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“Get Hitched in Georgetown” Dream Wedding

Categories: Giveaways, Upcoming Events August 25, 2011 / Danielle Freedman

Georgetown is absolutely one of DC’s premiere locations to host a wedding, and for one lucky couple that dream will soon become a *free* reality.  Fashion’s Night Out Georgetown will offer 90+ neighborhood shopping celebrations and a whole night of excitement on September 8, 2011 from 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.

For all of you brides out there, one of the evening’s highlights will be the incredible “Get Hitched in Georgetown” wedding contest and giveaway, where DC-area couples will compete in several entertaining, must-watch activities, for a chance to win the ultimate Georgetown wedding.

More than 20 Georgetown merchants have teamed up to create the “Get Hitched in Georgetown” wedding package.  The grand prize includes all the ingredients to a truly unforgettable wedding day such as a designer wedding gown, tiered cake, five-star wedding suite, custom invitations and even a waterfront reception.  On Fashion’s Night Out, one lucky engaged couple will walk away with the wedding of their dreams.

For more information and to enter to win, visit here. Good luck!!

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Simone Carvalli Show Round Up

Categories: Beauty & Fashion July 8, 2010 / Danielle Freedman

Last month Chevy Chase Bridal hosted a fabulous Simone Carvalli trunk show – and I can’t seem to get the beautiful images out of my mind!

With unique jewelry from Charles Schwartz and Sons, stunning make up by Nour Kazoun of MadeUp Art Makeup and sleek hair by Bridal Hair by Remona, sister models Shirin and Shaudi Malakooti looked absoletly charming.

Guests enjoyed delicious cupcakes from Fancy Cakes by Leslie and gift bags from the Four Seasons.  Thanks to Julia MacInnis for sharing the photographs! What an all-start team!

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Four Seasons Wedding

Categories: Garden Whimsical, Planning & Ideas February 22, 2010 / Danielle Freedman

Today’s Real Wedding is a perfect example of a wedding that embraces the season, personal taste and a fabulous DC venue.  Claire Sullivan and Harlow Voorhees were married last October at the splendid Four Seasons of Washington, DC. Rick from Amaryllis worked closely with the bride and her mother, Lila, to design a look that was unique and embraced the time of year.

The autumn color palette, the moss, the full blooms – wow, I LOVE it!  The ceremony took place in the Dahlgren Chapel in Georgetown.

If you have been lucky enough to dine at the Four Seasons, you know that their food is out of this world.  On the night of Claire and Harley’s wedding, over 300 guests dined on a quadrant plate menu, that included Crabcake with Vegetables slowly Poached in Olive Oil, Bell Pepper Roue and Micro Greens; Slow Cooked Short Ribs with Celery Root Puree & Whole Baby Heirloom Carrots; Korean BBQ Shrimp with Tropical Fruit Salad, Chili Oil; Mushroom Carpaccia with Tomato Brunoise & Micro Greens Garnish – YUM!

The service was a la minute so everything happened in real time.

The dessert was a tasting portion of the bride’s favorite of traditional apple crisp with Four Seasons flair of housemade cinnamon ice cream.  Later in the evening, the hotel served traditional wedding cake.  And, guests got down to one of the best bands in town, Sound Connection by Andy Kushner Entertainment.

The fabulous vendor team:

Venue: The Four Seasons, Washington, DC

Floral/Decor: Amaryllis

Photography: Freed Photography

Planner: Michele Hodges Events

Band: Sound Connection by Andy Kushner Entertainment

Lighting: Frost Lighting

Rentals: Party Rentals Ltd.

Videography: Suburban Video

Transportation: International Limo

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Washington DC Wedding Venue Search

Categories: Bride Bloggers, Planning & Ideas February 9, 2010 / Danielle Freedman

Today, Bride Blogger Kimberly tells us how she found her perfect venue…great advice on how to find the right “spot”…

Location.  Location.  Location.  My mission – find a reception location close to St. Matthew’s Cathedral.  Since two-thirds of the invited guests are from out of town, it was important that the ceremony and reception be close to one another. One of the last things I need to worry about are out of town guests trying navigate around a city that is already confusing in broad daylight!

You never consider how many places there are to have a wedding until you start planning one!  Historical sites, restaurants, museums and hotels are just a few of the many options you have. Looking for special amenities?  That is also something to consider when choosing a venue.  On my wish list – someplace close to the church, a place that gives me undivided attention, and last but not least, options for me so my guests can have an experience they will never forget.

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Engaged! in Washington

Categories: Planning & Ideas January 29, 2010 / Danielle Freedman

Wedding enthusiasts, one week from today, we all are in for a treat from Engaged! Magazine.

From 5:00pm to 10:00pm next Friday, Engaged! in Washington will allow guests to experience five of DC’s most luxurious wedding venues, The Four Seasons Hotel, The Hay-Adams, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis Hotel, and The Willard as each would look for an actual wedding.

Guests will also meet the people that make fabulous weddings happen, linger and look, ooh and aah, and then take a limo bus to the next venue for more eye candy!

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Photographers at each venue will take portraits, wedding planners and florists are designing knock-out spaces to wow guests, bands and DJs will play music, models from area bridal salons will be wearing the latest bridal fashion, hair and make-up artists will work their magic on attendees – first come, first served!

Click here to purchase tickets today!

We hope to see you there!

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