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Marc & Sara’s St. Regis Hotel Wedding in Washington, DC

Weddings

One of our last weddings of the year was back at one of our favorite venues in Washington, DC – the St. Regis, for Marc & Sara’s downtown celebration. We were so happy to be working with the ever-talented Simply Chic Events team, so not only was it a gorgeous affair, everything of course went off without a hitch. And the weather could not have been more perfect. (Gotta love those fall colors and light!) With emotions abound, this sweet couple put the perfect exclamation mark to another incredible wedding season. Have fun viewing Marc & Sara’s complete gallery. The password is Sara’s maiden name and is case-sensitive.

The wonderful team:
Planner: Simply Chic Events
Ceremony location: Epiphany Church
Reception and catering: St. Regis Hotel Washington, DC
Lighting: Frost Lighting
Hair: Remona Soleimani
Make-up: Leah Margosis
Band: Nation Band
Cocktail music: Sage Strings
Tent: Sugar Plum Tent Co.

Bill’s faves of Anne’s:

Sharp-eyed readers will remember a similar moment (below) from Karen & Michael’s 2009 wedding. Slower teams were turned away, disappointed.

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Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

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And some great moments captured by Karen:

Some lovely details:

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Dear m&s,

Some of our favorite moments from your wedding day include:
Your first sight, and Marc’s look on his face and his excited smile when he saw you for the first time, Sara. When that scavenger hunt team descended on you and your wedding party in Lafayette Park, delighted to have found a bride to propose to. The oh-look-at-that expressions on the faces of your bridal party seeing your wedding band join your engagement ring just after your ceremony. Your dad’s touching toast, prompting a few tears. Marc’s insistence of that tiny little piece of wedding cake fed to him be followed by a self-served, nearly airborne, gigantic piece. Air guitar. And lots of it.

Congratulations, you two!

xoxo…
…a&b

Ingrid & Oscar’s Wedding at Middleburg’s Salamander Resort

Weddings

If you haven’t yet visited the Salamander Resort in Middleburg, when you go you’ll see vast expanses of horse trails in keeping with Middleburg’s tradition. Given Ingrid & Oscar both embedded their families’ traditions (Sweden and Netherlands, respectively) into their wedding celebration, it seemed a fitting place for the two of them to say I Do. Included too were so many adorable children we almost (almost!) had to remind ourselves to photograph the couple. Ingrid made it easy with her dress, veil and headpiece (all designed by her!) and looked absolutely radiant throughout their entire day. Enjoy a few of our favorite moments from the weekend’s festivities, and then check out their complete gallery. The password is Ingrid’s maiden name and is case-sensitive.

The fab team:
Reception venue & catering: Salamander Resort
Ceremony: St. John’s, Warrenton
Music: Bachelor Boys Band
Lighting: Atmosphere Lighting

Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

Bill’s faves of Anne’s:

Some lovely details:

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Dear o&i,

Some of our favorite moments from your wedding day include:
Your children, nieces, and nephews. They couldn’t have been more fun, more true, and more kid-like. We loved the energy and emotions they brought to the day. The too-many-to-mention tender moments between you, Ingrid, and your sister and your mom. Your sister’s belting it out not only at your ceremony, but repeatedly at your reception, to the crowd’s roar of approval. The look of “Ok, I’m goin’ down!” on your face as your groomsmen slightly lost control of you in the air, Oscar, yet you kept that ever-present grin. Oscar, your toast of recognition to Ingrid’s father. There was nary a dry eye in the house.

Congratulations, you two! It was an honor to photograph your wedding.

xoxo…
…a&b

Annie & Adam’s Wedding at Devil’s Thumb Ranch

Weddings

You may have remembered the floods that ravaged Colorado last year (it got press as far away as Scotland). A lot of people were displaced, and several had their homes demolished. Houses weren’t the only thing swept away; venues, many with weddings scheduled for that weekend, were also severely damaged. Annie & Adam’s original choice for their wedding was one of those affected. But thanks to a Facebook group, Save My Colorado Wedding, many of these couples found alternate venues, usually changing their wedding date in the process.

We were delighted to assist a good friend, Liesl, as A&A changed their date to one for which Liesl was already commissioned. So we stepped into shoot the weekend’s festivities at the beautifully rustic Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. A&A were such a relaxed, happy couple, and we couldn’t have asked for a better start to 2014. Here are a few of our favorite moments from the day, and we hope you enjoy!

The incredible team:
Venue: Devil’s Thumb Ranch
Planner: Jessica Adler of JA Special Events
Band: Kinetix
Florist: Sweet Pea Flowers
Video: Pure Cinematography
Lighting: Pure Energy
Stationery: Jenny Wittlinger
Calligraphy: Bumble B Design
Hair: Untamed Hair
Make-up: Blush Artistry
Gown: Christos

Bill’s faves of Anne’s:

Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

Some rockin’ Colorado details:

Dear a&a,

Some of our very favorite moments from your wedding day include:

Your first sight, when all your built-up nervous energy just utterly washed away. The readings during your ceremony, particularly Adam’s brother, as he became overwhelmed with love. The awe your guests felt when they walked into the barn for the first time for your ceremony. When your niece and nephew wanted to join in during your first dance–classic. The tenderness with which you first looked at Adam after your dad escorted you down the aisle, Annie. Your laughter-especially during your hora.

Congratulations, you two and we can’t wait to share a beer with you soon at your favorite brewery!

xoxo…
…a&b

Best of 2013 – Bill’s Faves of Anne’s

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Today we wrap up our favorite images (we somewhat randomly selected 25 each) among the nearly 15,000 we delivered to our wonderful clients in 2013. These are images Bill loves that Anne captured, vs. Anne’s faves Bill captured. We hope you enjoy them, reminiscing about each of the weddings (click on the link for each couple to see more). Have a great weekend everyone and we’ll soon be sharing a sweet and fun wedding right here in Colorado at Devil’s Thumb Ranch.

Alicia & Gio’s wedding at the Hay Adams Hotel

Ashley & Kevin’s wedding at the Army Navy Club

Cristin & Nima’s wedding at Veritas Vineyards

Elizabeth & Ryan’s wedding at Woodbury Forest School

Joy & Jerry’s wedding at Vail Mountain Resort

Jenn & Mike’s wedding at Clifton Inn

Lindsay & Charles’s wedding at Hotel Monaco

Lindsay & Kyle’s wedding at the National Museum for Women in the Arts

Laura & Tony’s wedding at The Barns at Hamilton Station

Mary Beth & Chris’s wedding at Shrine Mont

Misty & Roby’s wedding at the Mellon Auditorium

Sam & Casey’s wedding at Panorama Farms

Sheryl & David’s wedding at The Homestead

Sarah & Jason’s wedding at The Homestead

Tammy & Andrew’s wedding at The Mill at Fine Creek

Best of 2013 – Anne’s Faves of Bill’s

Buzz, Weddings

Before things really get cranking in 2014, let’s take a quick look back at some of our favorite moments and images from our 2013 weddings! It was so insanely difficult narrowing down our selections to just 25 (seemed like a reasonable number taken from the 14,983 photos we delivered last year to happy clients). Today we’re looking at some of Anne’s favorite images that Bill captured from the past year. Thanks so much for all our incredible, loving, and happy couples for sharing these moments so we could capture them!

Alicia & Gio’s wedding at the Hay Adams Hotel

Ashley & Kevin’s wedding at the Army Navy Club

Brooke & Phill’s wedding at the National Museum for Women in the Arts

Cristin & Nima’s wedding at Veritas Vineyards

Healy & Tim’s wedding at a private residence

Jenn & Mike’s wedding at Clifton Inn

Joy & Jerry’s wedding at Vail Mountain Resort

Kaitlyn & Mark’s wedding at the Mellon Auditorium

Lauren & Chas’s wedding at Fat Cat Farms

Lindsay & Charles’s wedding at Hotel Monaco

Laura & Tony’s wedding at The Barns at Hamilton Station

Mary Beth & Chris’s wedding at Shrine Mont

Sam & Casey’s wedding at Panorama Farms

Sarah & Jason’s wedding at The Homestead

Tammy & Andrew’s wedding at The Mill at Fine Creek

Lauren & Chas’s Wedding at Fat Cat Farm

Weddings

Among the very last of our weddings this year was Lauren & Chas’s, who enjoyed an emotional and incredibly sweet ceremony officiated by Lauren’s childhood minister. We had been looking forward to their wedding ever since we shot their Love Session last Fall, and so throughly enjoyed ourselves that entire day! What a sweet (& kissy) couple. Don’t believe us? Well, see for yourselves! Oh, and then check out their online gallery. The password is Lauren’s maiden name and is case-sensitive.

The incredible team:
Ceremony venue: Christ Church, Scottsville
Reception venue: Fat Cat Farm
Florist: Beehive Events
Catering: Harvest Moon
Hair & Make-up: Emily Garbee
Band: Whiskey Rebellion

Bill’s faves of Anne’s:

Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

Some lovely details:

Dear Lauren & Chas,

Some of our favorite moments from your wedding day include:

Your kind words about us and our marriage being an inspiration for all couples on their wedding day. Lauren, your easy laugh and how your radiant smile could brighten a cloudy day. Your stolen kisses. How overcome with emotion you both became during your personal vows. Chas, the overwhelming look of pride on your dad’s face as he hugged you after your ceremony. Lauren, the broad smile on your dad’s face…all night long. Your delicious pies! Not really a moment there, but having a bite definitely was. All the boot kickin’ on the dance floor. That hug when you first saw each other that day; it was as if you’d never separate. Awesome.

Congratulations, you two!

xoxo…
…a&b

Kaitlyn & Mark’s Wedding at the Mellon Auditorium

Weddings

It’s not often we have two big events at the cavernous Mellon Auditorium within a couple of months of each other, but every time we do we’re so impressed with the space’s transformation. Is it just us or does that place just say historic DC glamour? It’s such a stunning venue and the glittering decor really set the mood for Kaitlyn & Mark’s festive Fall celebration. They, along with their families and friends, had us grinning from ear to ear at so many of the touching moments throughout their day. Take a look at some of our favorite images from the day and then check out their complete gallery. The password is Kaitlyn’s maiden name and is case-sensitive.

The fabulous team:
Venue: Mellon Auditorium
Planner: Thy Parra of Evoke
Catering: Occasions
Band: Source
Stationery: Haute Papier
Calligraphy: Meant to Be Calligraphy
Florist: Edge Floral Event Designers
Hair & make-up: Carola Myers
Baker: Maggie Austin Cake

Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

Bill’s faves of Anne’s:

Some great scene setters from Karen:

And of course some incredibly beautiful (& sparkly!) details:

Dear k&m,

Some of our favorite moments from your wedding weekend’s celebration include: Your mischievous grin, Kaitlyn, as you approached Mark for your first sight that day. The patient waiting and then a quick joke between you and your dad as you prepared to walk down the aisle to lighten the mood. The tender whispering in each other’s ears later that night when you thought no one was watching. Your grace and laughter during poignant toasts from your closest friends and family. Capturing a packed and energetic dance floor. (We might want to look into more insurance!) That your smiles, especially yours Kaitlyn, shined even brighter than the dazzling decor.

Congratulations, you two and we wish you many years of joy!

xoxo…
…a&b

Ashley & Kevin’s Wedding at the Army Navy Club

Weddings

We’re pretty excited to be sharing the last of our Fall weddings over the next few weeks, starting with tons of laughter and grooviness on the dance floor at Ashley & Kevin’s wedding. Their smiles were so incredibly infectious, and we all had a blast with them. Take a look at a selection of some of our absolute favorite images from their day, and then their complete gallery. The password is Ashley’s maiden name and is case-sensitive. Enjoy and have a great weekend!

The wonderful team:
Ceremony: St. Marys Church
Reception: Army Navy Country Club
Baker: Pastry Xpo
Gown: Martina Liana
Florist: Vert Tige
DJ: Chris Laich
Hair and make-up: Andrew Chreky Salon
Stationery: The Dandelion Patch

Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

Bill’s faves of Anne’s:

A couple of awesome captures from our assistant Karen:

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Dear a&k,

A few of our favorite moments from your wedding are:

Your bridesmaids trying out their new opera gloves & shades, with champagne in hand. How emotional you were with your respective moms just after you saw each other for the first time that day. “Victory” in the air when one of your groomsmen successfully collected all the bridesmaids purses. The way your mom peeked around the door at you and your dad, Ashley, just before walking down the aisle. Sneaking a peek at your newly installed rings during your ceremony. How your entire wedding party embraced your Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme while entering your reception. Party, party, party, wow your dance floor was packed all night! Ashley, your fleeing after giving Kevin a good dose of cake across his face.

xoxo…
…a&b

Brooke & Phill’s Wedding at the National Museum for Women in the Arts

Weddings

We’re happy to share with you today the big wedding celebration of Brooke & Phill, who enjoyed a personalized ceremony at the historic New York Avenue Presbyterian Church in downtown Washington, DC. It was so nice seeing them and celebrating with them again after getting together for food & drink a couple of months prior at Pippin Hill Farm. It was so nice too working with our friend Jessica Brown (we adore the entire Simply Chic Events team) who pulled off this beautiful and fun wedding seemingly effortlessly (although we definitely know better). It was hard narrowing down our absolute favorites from the day there were so many great moments, but somehow we managed. 😉 Enjoy! And when you’re ready, check out Brooke and Phill’s complete gallery of images. The password is Brooke’s maiden name and is case-sensitive.

The fabulous team:
Ceremony venue: New York Avenue Presbyterian Church
Reception venue: National Museum for Women in the Arts
Planner: Jessica Brown of Simply Chic Events
Officiant: Bill Cochran of Say I Do Your Way
Catering: Design Cuisine
Florist: Amaryllis
Hair styling: Bridal Hair by Remona
Make-up: Carl Ray
Bagpiper: Bialek’s Music
Band: Source
Baker: Kendall’s Cakes
Lighting: Frost Lighting
Photo booth: Booth-o-Rama
Food truck: Takorean Food Truck
Gown: Oscar de la Renta
Shoes: Badgley Mischka

Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

Long-time (really long time) visitors to our blog might recognize Michelle & Al, whose wedding we shot back in 2004. So great seeing them both again!

Bill’s faves of Anne’s:

There are some really fun ones, which we love, taken by our assistant Karen too:

This almost captions itself: “This cake. I would like some. Now.”

Some lovely details:

Dear b&p,

Some of our favorite moments from your day include:

When your parents got so excited for you they couldn’t wait to rush down the aisle after you to celebrate with you, leaving the wedding party at the altar in paused bemusement. Your nephews holding it together the best they could, and really performing admirably when it counted. That you called each other on the phone as you opened each others’ wedding gifts. Almost. Your bagpiper who led your guests across busy New York Avenue and H St., as if he were a mama duck followed by dozens of ducklings eager for cocktail hour. That way you paused and looked at each other as you recessed down the aisle. We don’t know what you were thinking, but we’re pretty sure it was something along the lines of, “We did it!”

Congratulations!

xoxo…
…a&b

Sheryl & David’s Wedding at The Homestead

Weddings

Today we’re back with another fun wedding at The Homestead! It was so cool to have back to back weddings there the same weekend! Today we’re featuring the second wedding, that of Sheryl & David, who enjoyed a quiet and sweet ceremony before their big party in the resort’s gorgeous Crystal Ballroom. Enjoy a select few of our favorite moments from the day, then view their complete gallery here. The password is Sheryl’s maiden name and is case-sensitive.

The wonderful team:
Venue and catering: The Homestead
Coordination: Gail Arnott with The Homestead
DJ: Bill Gilliam of Choice Entertainment
Florist: Gillespie’s Flowers

Bills’ faves of Anne’s:

Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

And of course, a few sweet details from their day:

We’re totally digging these ambient light shots from our fantastic assistant Karen:

Dear s&d,

Our favorite moments from your celebration include:

Just how heartfelt and even tearful the toasts to you were, and how they described you as a couple to a T. The gentle comfort of your relationship and how you interacted with one another. The dance you shared with William, the Homestead’s maitre’d, Sheryl, in recognition of him “calling it first” with your wedding, even years ago. The tender and emotional moment when your dad saw you for the first time in your wedding gown, Sheryl. The understated humor you all showed when signing your marriage license. And of course, hitting golf balls in your wedding attire.

We’re absolutely thrilled for you both and wish you much joy and happiness. Congratulations!

xoxo…
…a&b

Lindsay & Kyle’s Wedding at St. Aloysius and the National Museum for Women in the Arts

Weddings

Well. Another Friday already? Ah, the weekend, and of course we have another wedding ready and waiting just for you. Lindsay and Kyle had some serious fun with their friends and family for their raucous celebration. We’re happy sharing all these great moments with you and have included, as usual, a few of our favorites from the day’s festivities. Want more? Take a look at their complete gallery here. The password is Lindsay’s maiden name (just the first half of the hyphenation) and is case-sensitive. Enjoy!

The fab team:
Ceremony venue: St. Aloysius at Gonzaga College High School
Reception venue: National Museum for Women in the Arts
Planning: Elizabeth Duncan Events
Florist: Enchanted Florist
Catering: Occasions
Cake: Fancy Cakes by Leslie
Reception music: Free Spirit

Bill’s faves of Anne’s:

Anne’s faves of Bill’s:

Some lovely eye candy:

Dear l&k,

Some of our favorite moments from your wedding include…

Kyle, the way you looked and grinned at Lindsay as she walked down the aisle as if it were the first time seeing her. Lindsay, the way you hugged your dad tight and held on after his warm and touching toast to you both. James running, almost toward you, Lindsay, but instead right to his mom, and yet you still held out your arms…and your hope. Your bridesmaids doing a little spontaneous jig during portraits at the park. Your giddiness at the altar, when you thought no one was looking. And yes, even one of your guests attempting to light a sparkler held in his mouth.

Congratulations, you two!

xoxo…
…a&b