Southern Weddings

I always get a little extra excited when we feature an upscale big city wedding, and am especially pleased we get to share an authentic Washington, D.C. fete with y’all!  (Just a hop, skip and a jump from my native Virginia!).  After their intimate outdoor ceremony at the Hay Adams, Emily + Charlie celebrated with a chic pink-infused reception at the Meridian House.  I’m always amazed what some expertly-coordinated lighting can do for a party space, and have to say that this couple nailed it with their warm rose-colored glow.  Amaryllis, Inc. gave Emily + Charlie’s traditional black-tie bash a modern edge with crystal + hydrangea centerpieces and the couple’s asymmetrical ribbon-topped + spotted confection took the bash a step farther.   My favorite detail, though?  The bride’s flirty frock!  More, you say?  No problem!  Visit Jeff Greenough’s blog post here!

What was the biggest challenge you had to overcome while planning your wedding?  We had a great time planning the wedding thanks to Aimee’s and Danielle’s assistance.  
What was your most memorable moment about your wedding day?  The dance party was the highlight of the day.  We opted for a DJ (done well) over a band – always makes for a better party, assuming you have the right DJ, which we did.  After the fact, it was great to hear how much fun everyone had and how much they liked the music.
What’s next for you as a couple?  What are you looking forward to in the future?  Charlie and I hope to spend a year or so enjoying each other and traveling before starting a family.

Congratulations, Emily + Charlie!  Thank you for sharing your incredible wedding with us.

Written with love by Lara Casey

Pink shoes!  Fabulous pink wedding shoes (from Kate Spade, no less!).  (Personally, I think these flirty pumps are really what make Emily + Charlie’s swanky D.C. nuptials, but hey… to each her own!)  I’ll pretend for one minute that I don’t have a certifiable shoe addiction and mention that I also love the welcome splash of fuchsia in the couple’s otherwise neutral color palate.  Amaryllis, Inc. designed the bright peony blooms and A Dominick Events masterminded the details at the stunning Meridian House (love that tree-lined aisle!).  And what do you think of the bride’s classic Peter Langner gown?  Special thanks to Jeff Greenough Photographers for sharing this Capital City wedding with us!

How did the two of you meet?  Tell us your story.  We were friends for a couple years before we became mutually single and that was that…
Describe the proposal.  Charlie convinced me we were leaving for vacation a day earlier than we really were, but rather than driving to the airport, he drove me to the Inn at Little Washington where I proposed on the balcony of our room over a bottle of champagne my dad had waiting for us.  Understandably, neither of us recall much of the dinner that followed.
What was the design inspiration for your wedding?  More magazines than I will ever be able to count…
What was your favorite design element of your big day?  We combined contemporary design elements in a traditional setting.  It worked better than either of us ever expected.
Our favorite detail of the wedding was: The flowers wrapped in the linden trees; all creative credit is due to the great execution by our florist.

Written with love by Lara Casey