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Booth-o-Rama!

alexcbwe — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:33:34 +0000

A couple weeks ago we worked a wedding in which the couple had a very fun idea for their guestbook. Instead of doing the typical guestbook in which guests sign their name and words of advice, this couple rented a photobooth for their guests. The idea was to have the guests take a photo using several funny props provided by the bride and groom and then stick the photo in the guestbook and write a message. The photos turned out great and the guests had a blast! Have a look at these fun photos.

Thank you Booth-o-Rama for these pictures!

Robert & Mark – A Gentleman’s Urban Evening

alexcbwe — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:55:05 +0000

Robert and Mark were married on August 21 in the outdoor space of the Longview Art Gallery in DC. They got ready in their matching summer suits at home, which is just a few blocks away. The ceremony was, as most would expect, somewhat untraditional as the grooms walked down the aisle together with their dog Cooper. Being that this was two gentlemen getting married, we really wanted the look and feel to be different. Elegant, modern and visually stimulating. For the reception, we decided to use square and rectangle tables and masculine colors…..chocolate brown and elegant silvery blue. The tables were decorated with white square plates, matching menu card and a single fiddlehead fern at each place setting. White flowers, lots of candles and blue up-lights softened the room while making it look modern. Even though the room looked fabulous, the key element to the day was the obvious unwavering love and support that everyone has for Robert and Mark. The room was filled with love, love, love and non-stop celebrating. I am proud and feel very lucky to have been part of their day and wish them again, congratulations!!

A big thanks to Moshe Zusman for these amazing photos!

Roshan & Ale – How Sweet It Is

alexcbwe — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:16:57 +0000

Roshan and Ale have been one of the best couples I have worked with yet. Not only are they the nicest people, but they are so in love and have a general love of life. Both are always smiling and it is a joy to be around them. I was thrilled to hear her colors were fuchsia and bright orange which fits perfectly with their theme of ‘Love is Sweet’. Ale wanted a venue that was nothing less then amazing. We ended up at the Andrew Mellon Auditorium for their reception and the festive tones added to the celebration. To back up a bit, they were married at St. Stephen Martyr on Pennsylvania Ave which is a hidden gem of a church. All the ladies’ bouquets had some sweets incorporated in and the bright colors looked fabulous. For the main event, the bride walked down the aisle with her father as the Steele Drums played ‘Ave Maria’. Back at the reception, the guests dined on a mix of traditional Columbian and Trinidadian appetizers with an American dinner. Once dancing started, it didn’t stop. Guests took short breaks to sit in the lounge or grab another drink at the hot pink glowing bar.

Congratulations Roshan and Ale!!!

Thank you so much to Procopio Photography for these AMAZING photos !

Sofia & Afzalul – Westin Grand Hotel

alexcbwe — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 18:45:27 +0000

Elizabeth had a wonderful time helping plan Sofia and Afzalul’s wedding in which every detail of the traditional Hindu/western wedding was colorful and joyous! The wedding began with the baraat, in which Afzalul’s family escorted him to the ceremony. Afzalul greatly enjoyed dancing with his friends and family as they moved through the DC streets on their way to the Westin Grand Hotel. Once the groom arrived, Sofia was escorted down the aisle by her parents while the music of a sitar and tabla played in the background. After the ceremony, the couple changed into their reception attire and headed to the ballroom, which was completely transformed using amber lights and tons of red orchids. After a delicious buffet from Rangoli Restaurant and a beautiful cake designed by Fancy Cakes by Leslie the party got started! The dance floor was packed and the party went strong till the ever end. Congratulations to a very sweet and happy couple, Sofia and Afzalul! Thanks to Eli from Freed Photography who was kind enough to share the gorgeous images.

Ben & Emily – Green Woodend Wedding

alexcbwe — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:33:02 +0000

After literally investigating every venue from the Eastern Shore to Leesburg and in between, Ben & Emily ended up getting married at Woodend – the place they initially fell in love with. They wanted a full day of events with a not-so-formal wedding but lots of celebrating. They decided to have a day wedding with an after party at Firefly at the Madura Hotel later that evening.

The couple was also very interested in any green elements to incorporate into their wedding. The grooms family grew the grass for the DIY centerpieces and as favors, they gave reusable bags with their wedding date on them.

They also wanted to think outside the box just a bit. We set up the ceremony in the middle of the grove with guests surrounding them instead of the traditional set up. In liu of a guestbook, Emily bought lots of Washington DC postcards that guests wrote on which will be mailed to them at a later date.

Ben & Emily, it was fantastic working with you both and congrats!! And a huge THANKS to Moshe Zusman Photography for these fabulous images!