5 Ways to Add Argyle to Your Wedding
National Argyle Day Today I'm writing about how to incorporate argyle into your wedding day. Yes, it is National Argyle Day. Seriously, who makes this stuff up? You might remember I recently posted about National Drinking Straw Day. You can also
2017 Weddings Statistics | Bellwether Events
Photo by Steve and Jane As the year seems to pass so quickly, and 2018 begins, I am taking a few moments to reflect on 2017, and what the year meant to Bellwether Events. Bellwether Events worked on ten weddings in
Paper Straws for Every Party Theme
I spent days looking at over 10,000 paper straws for sale on Etsy in order to bring you the best theme party paper straws. Why? Well, first, because I'm crazy when I get an idea in my head and can't
New Years Eve Outfit Ideas for Weddings
I want to revisit this inspirational photo shoot from a few years ago that I feel represents some awesome New Year's Eve outfit ideas for weddings. These gowns work for as guest, a bridesmaid or as a bride (can we
Awesome Engagement Rings
I was wandering around Etsy and I stumbled upon some really pretty, and really affordable engagement rings, so I thought I would share the 16 best that I found. I haven't been shopping for an engagement ring in about 13
Agate, Geode and Quartz Wedding Ideas
The bohemian (or boho) wedding trends are ramping up over here on the east coast, as we slide out of rustic but not all the way back to glam. The boho trend often offers a nice blend the comfort, of
5 Awesome Engagement Banners
We are officially in engagement season. One-third of all couples get engaged in November and December. And if you include January and February, the percentage is even higher. Which means that you probably know couples who will be getting engaged
12 Hostess Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season
'Tis the season for giving thanks and attending parties - not always in that order. I love holiday parties in part because I love to give gifts. I take a lot of pride in the gifts I give, and I
USS Sequoia Wedding | Happy 4th Anniversary!
As I like to say, G & M were my one and only "funny date" wedding - they got married on 11/12/13. It was a chilly Tuesday and Presidential yacht the USS Sequoia docked out of Old Town Alexandria, instead
Bridesmaid Robe Ideas for the Wedding Morning
It is common now for my clients to gift their bridesmaids (and sometimes also the moms and flower girls) with robes to wear on the wedding morning during the hair and make up sessions. This enhances your getting ready photos
Hotel Monaco DC Wedding | Happy 3rd Anniversary!
Happy, happy day to Laura and Jesse! I hope they had a great 3rd anniversary, hanging with their 2 rescue pups. L & J had brisk but beautiful weather at their November wedding at the Hotel Monaco in Washington DC.
Omni Shoreham DC Hotel Wedding
Here are some of my fave wedding photos from D & D's Omni Shoreham DC hotel wedding, who are celebrating their 6th anniversary today. I think this was the first time I worked with Deb Lindsey, who has become one of
Nationals Park Wedding
This Nationals Park wedding was an absolute blast to plan, because Janice is a huge Nationals fan. The photo ops around the stadium were endless. The infield was actually torn up unexpectedly for this wedding date, so as a concession
6 Bridal Accessories: Lace
I've seen lace remain a popular choice for brides for over a decade now. Lace will never go away because it is so romantic and elegant. Which means that you really are investing in an heirloom when you buy a
6 Ideas for Your “Something Blue” Wedding Item
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue - and a sixpence in your shoe! That is how the rhyme goes. Today I'm sharing some recommendations for how to incorporate that elusive blue into your wedding day! There are actually
Dahlgren Chapel DC Wedding
Sending out the warmest first anniversary wishes to H & J today! They had a touching wedding ceremony at Dahlgren Chapel in DC, followed by a rocking wedding reception at Sequoia restaurant in Georgetown that featured their best man in
Holy Trinity Georgetown Wedding | Happy 5th Anniversary!
While I was across town at the Ronald Reagan Building, my associate, Rebecca, was working with A & H on their wedding ceremony at Holy Trinity in Georgetown! Not only is this church gorgeous, but it has been the spot
Reagan Building Wedding | Happy 5th Anniversary!
D & J, I loved your Ronald Reagan Building wedding, and working with you both to plan it, so very much! From the {ahead of its time} neutral color palette but still autumnal, to the fabulous fashion choices you both
13 Wedding Guest Book Ideas
There are certain questions that all of my couples ask me during the time we are planning their wedding together. A few are about guest books. First, they ask "Do I have to have one?" (No.) Second, "What do you
Woodend Mansion Wedding
If you are planning a Maryland wedding in the DC burbs, I'm sure you're looking at Woodend Mansion as a potential wedding venue. It is fantastic place to host an outdoor wedding ceremony and a tented wedding ceremony for up
