There are few things in this world more glam than Tope Lufadeju and Kunle Ogungbire’s floral-filled wedding at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. From the sweetheart table to their chic reception looks, take a peek at their big day in the photos below by RHPhotoArts.

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Tope and Kunle met through mutual friends and quickly became friends on Facebook. Though Kunle sent Tope messages every now and again over the course of several years, Tope was busy getting her MBA, and didn’t typically respond. One of Kunle’s messages ended up with them on the phone, however, and soon they were talking for hours each day, shortening the distance between Tope in DC and Kunle in Houston, Texas. A month after they started talking, Kunle came to visit, taking Tope out on a first date to Rock Bottom Brewery.

Ten months later, Kunle, a subsea engineer, had told Tope that he was on an offshore assignment. In reality, he was in DC, plotting a surprise party for Tope with the help of her sister. When Tope walked into her brother’s house in Maryland, her family and close friends jumped out and yelled “Surprise!” Tope was completely bewildered until she saw Kunle approaching her out of the crowd. “As she saw me walking towards her from the back of the room with a ring box in my hand, she tried to run away in shock,” says Kunle. He then got down on bended knee and asked her to be his wife.

For their November wedding, the pair planned for a glam wedding at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. After their church ceremony, the two posed for portraits, including some shots at the National Gallery of Art’s Multiverse light sculpture. Their reception was filled with stunning florals, including ivory and pink roses, hydrangeas, and orchids.

Their sweetheart table was the knockout element of the night: a white settee surrounded by an arch of ivory florals and hanging crystals. The newlyweds changed into reception looks for the second half of the wedding, including a festive silver tuxedo jacket for Kunle. When the party finally came to a close, Kunle and Tope departed with plans to honeymoon in Hawaii.

VENDORS

Ceremony Venue: The New York Avenue Presbyterian Church | Reception Venue: National Museum of Women in the Arts | Photographer: RHPhotoArts | Event Coordinator: RAE Affairs | Bride’s Gown: Stephen Yearick (ceremony) and Pronovias (reception), both from Brickhouse Bridal | Groom’s Attire: Hugo Boss (ceremony) and Tom Ford (reception), Neiman Marcus | Hair Dresser: Manneve | Makeup Artist: Shandy | Cake: Fancy Cakes by Leslie | Florist and Lighting: Lily V Events | Caterers: Main Event Caterers | Transportation: Just Limo and VintageLimos.Biz | Videographer: Maverick Productions | Music/Entertainment: DJ Phemstar | Invitations: Xclusiv Cards

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It’s always awesome when couples can manage to have a stylish, classy event that also looks like tons of fun. That’s what Nydia Pouyes and Terrance Mebane pulled off in their glam museum wedding, captured in the photos below by Wale Ariztos.

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A mutual friend had introduced them over email, but since Nydia was in DC and Terrance in Ohio, nothing came of their interaction for months. Fate also wasn’t on their side when Terrance actually did travel to DC, because as it turned out, Nydia was out of town for the weekend. When she arrived back in DC just hours before Terrance had to board a flight home to Ohio, he reached out and asked if she’d take him to the airport. She agreed, and by the end of the drive, Nydia remembers she felt “like I’ve known him for years.”

It didn’t take long for Nydia and Terrance to know they wanted to get married, so after deciding that they’d want to wed in 2015, Nydia was left looking forward to a proposal. When they planned a trip to Greece the summer of 2014, it occurred to her that this would be a fabulous time for Terrance to propose, though she doubted that he’d had time to put together the money for a ring by then. As it turns out, the idea had occurred to Terrance as well, and he popped the question at the Port of Mykonos.

For their July wedding, the two planned for a glam celebration at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. A wedding program that mimicked Vogue magazine welcomed guests into the wedding, and bourbon lemonade cocktails got the party started at the reception, where ivory florals and silver accents filled the room.

After dancing to “Here and Now” by Luther Vandross and cutting into their strawberries and cream cake, the newlyweds departed with plans to honeymoon in Dubai and Thailand.

VENDORS

Ceremony Venue: Holy Rosary Church | Reception Venue: National Museum of Women in the Arts | Photographer: Wale Ariztos | Wedding Planner: MasterPlan Events | Bride’s Gown: Eve of Milady, Kleinfeld Bridal | Bridesmaid Dresses: Rent the Runway | Hair Stylist: Trivia Thomas (bride), Brittany Evans (bridesmaids) | Makeup Artist: Jamaya Moore (bride and bridesmaids) | Florals & Decor: DaVinci | Caterer: Spilled Milk Catering | Cake: Mon Delice | Videographer: D.P. Weddings | Music/Entertainment: DJ Rich | Vintage Car: Regal Limousine | Limousine: Platinum Limousine Service | Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas | Photo Booth: Poshbooth

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One of the things we love best about hotel ballrooms is all the many different ways they can transform. For Emily Sanders and Robert Elam’s May nuptials, the Four Seasons turned into a romantic, candle-lit soiree. Take a look at their lovely day in the photos below by Procopio Photography. 

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After meeting in a very classically DC way—through parties around the time of the 2004 presidential election inauguration—Emily and Robert immediately hit it off. However, they lost touch for several years while Robert was living in San Francisco and Emily remained in DC. They came back into contact in May 2013, and picked up right where they’d started, keeping in touch long distance before Emily flew out to visit Robert at the end of the summer. After a whirlwind weekend, during which Robert impressed Emily not only by driving her over the Golden Gate Bridge in a convertible but also by letting her meet some of the nearest and dearest people in his life, they were hooked. “I knew he was a keeper,” says Emily.

Seven months later, the two planned a getaway to Salzburg, Austria, where Robert proposed in a stunning garden where parts of the “Sound of Music” had been filmed. Afterwards, they celebrated with dinner at a romantic Mozart concert at The Baroque Hall at St. Peter.

It took them just over eight months to pull together the wedding of their dreams at the Four Seasons. Their ceremony took place in front of a wall of candles, while the reception space was outfitted with floating candles and abundance of white calla lilies that set the romantic tone for the evening.

Before the night was over, Emily surprised her groom with a bourbon bar to follow the Champagne and raw bar that had been available to guests as the entered the wedding. The celebration finally came to a close with the party joining the band on stage to dance, after which the newlyweds bid adieu to their loved ones, with plans to honeymoon in Hong Kong, Angkor Wat, Cambodia, and Thailand.

VENDORS

Venue: Four Seasons | Photographer: Procopio Photography | Event Planning & Design: Karson Butler Events | Bride’s Gown: Vera Wang, Warren Barrón Bridal | Groom’s Attire: Savvi Black Label, Lustre Formal Wear | Hair Dresser: Ismail Tekin, George at the Four Seasons | Makeup Artist: Carl Ray | Caterers & Cake: Four Seasons | Florals, Design, and Rentals (Furniture, Dance Floor, and Tables): Amaryllis | Music/Entertainment: The Elements and string trio via Elan Artists | Invitations: The Dandelion Patch | Rings: Shah & Shah Distinctive Jewelers | Rentals: Party Rental LTD. | Lighting: Frost

Looking for a wedding decor pro to make your big day shine? Here’s a list of the area’s best rentals, decor, and design experts.

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We love that DC is filled with couples of every kind, and we especially love it when couples like Erica O’Brien and Rishi De are able to bring together their cultures on their wedding day. From their Indian ceremony followed by a Western ceremony in the same day, all of the magic was captured on camera by Premack Weddings.

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After being introduced into one another’s lives by mutual friends, it wasn’t long before Erica and Rishi developed a dear friendship of their own. They made a standing date with friends for happy hour every week, which they nicknamed “Porch Tuesdays.”

In 2013, the two took a trip to Croatia. It was there, outside a bar on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea, that Rishi chose to ask Erica to be his wife.

For their July wedding, Erica and Rishi started the day with an Indian ceremony, later followed by a short Western ceremony which was officiated by a friend of the couple. That same friend turned into the MC at the reception, which was filled with gold metallics and rich jewel tones.

American and Indian buffets were accompanied by boozy gelées and followed by cookies decorated with gold and purple icing to fit the wedding theme. After watching the Bhangra dancers perform and dancing themselves to Sam Smith’s “Latch,” the newlyweds left with plans to honeymoon in India, Thailand, and the Maldives.

VENDORS

Venue: Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium | Photographer: Premack Weddings | Event Coordinator: Christine Godsey, Engaging Affairs | Hair & Makeup Artist: Mac | Florist: Nick Perez,MultiFlor | Mandap: Design Foundry | Caterers: Occasions Caterers and Bollywood Bistro| Transportation: MJ Valet | Music/Entertainment: DJ Biks and Bhangra dancers | Video Booth: The Slow Motion Booth | Lighting: Atmosphere Inc. | AV: All Stage & Sound, Inc. | Espresso Bar: Bev Rage | Dhol Player: Dholi Mastana | Draping: Drape Kings

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There’s a lovely modern flair to Emily Jones and Brennan Decker’s “art nouveaux” themed wedding. We love their glam gold reception, but our favorite part might just be their in-the-round ceremony seating. Take a look for yourself in the photos below by Kurstin Roe Photography.

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After mutual friends introduced them, the real bonding between Brennan and Emily happened over trivia nights at a local bar, where they’d meet up each week and inevitably end up talking long after the game had ended. Both were soon smitten. “Brennan is an amazing conversationalist: he’s a human encyclopedia and he also has a fantastic sense of humor,” says Emily, while Brennan says he was stunned that “this beautiful, smart, fun girl liked my jokes so much.”

After dating for two years, some of which was long distance as Brennan worked towards a PhD at University of Cambridge, Emily made a trip to England to surprise Brennan for Valentine’s Day. Little did she know that he had been planning a surprise of his own. While she was in town, Brennan asked her to be his wife with Emily’s grandmother’s engagement ring.

For their June wedding at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, Emily baked over 400 chocolate chip cookies to properly welcome guests into town. The pair followed their in-the-round ceremony at the National Museum of Women in the Arts with a quick photo session outside the White House, which they got to and from via Uber. Meanwhile, guests got started on a cheese and beer cocktail hour, which was a nod to Brennan’s Wisconsin roots.

After a night of dancing with loved ones and swaying on their own to “Maybe I’m Amazed” by Paul McCartney, the newlyweds made their exit, with plans to honeymoon in France.

VENDORS

Venue: National Museum of Women in the Arts | Photographer: Kurstin Roe Photography | Event Planner: Roberts & Co. Events | Bride’s Gown: Modern Trousseau, Hitched | Groom’s Attire: Calvin Klein, Bethesda Custom Tailors | Hair & Makeup Artist: Alison Harper & Company | Caterers & Cake: Design Cuisine | Florist: Holly Heider Chapple | Transportation: Uber | Music/Entertainment: The Innocenti Strings, Bachelor Boys Band | Invitations: Lucky Luxe | Lighting, Staging, Pipe and Draping: Bialek’s Music | Furniture Rentals and Draping: Amaryllis | Calligraphy: Just Write Studios | Day-of Paper Goods: The Dandelion Patch | Rentals: DC Rental | Cheese Bar: Cheesetique | Alcohol: Ace Beverage | Hotel Block: Grand Hyatt

There are so many stunning wedding venues in the Washington region. Here’s a list of our favorites. 

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If you needed any convincing that getting married in Virginia is a wonderful idea, look no further than Emily Dougherty and Kyle Boster’s chic sequin-filled wedding at Salamander Resort & Spa. Take a look at their day in the photos below by Hope Taylor Photography.

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After meeting at a Virginia Tech Hokies football game, at which Kyle found Emily “absolutely beautiful,” the pair met up at an on-campus coffee shop. The date went so well, they were forced to call it a night only due to the fact that the cafe was closing.

Three and a half years later, Kyle had asked Emily to dress up for his work event. When they missed the highway exit for the event Emily thought they were going to, she was a bit curious about where the night was headed. He took her to a dinner overlooking the mountains at the Primland Resort instead of his work function, and her suspicions were confirmed when Kyle popped the question in front of the romantic scenery.

Emily wore her best friend and bridesmaid’s wedding veil as her “something borrowed” at their July wedding. After an outdoor ceremony and posing for photos around the sunny Salamander Resort & Spa property, the newlyweds continued the celebration in a tent reception. The bride’s family and friends pulled off a surprise dance to Mark Ronson’s “Uptown Funk,” effectively opening the dance floor for the night of partying ahead.

After dancing to Michael Buble’s “Save the Last Dance for Me” and cutting into their multi-flavored Apple pie, Nutella, and Tres Leches layer cake, the happy couple departed with a honeymoon in Bermuda on the calendar.

VENDORS

Venue: Salamander Resort & Spa | Photographer: Hope Taylor Photography | Event Coordinator: Caroline Birgmann, Posh PR | Bride’s Gown: Theia, Ellie’s Bridal Boutique | Groom’s Attire: Pronto Uomo, Men’s Warehouse | Hair Dresser: Rachel Shrader, Elle Style Studio | Makeup Artist: La’Cretia Baskfield, Elle Style Studio | Cake: Jason Reaves, Salamander Resort & Spa | Florist: John Duffy, Yellow Door | Caterers: Salamander Resort & Spa | Music/Entertainment: Matt Shew, Shew-sical Entertainment Services | Invitations: Shana Collidge, Script & Scribble | Macarons: Laura Hayes, Gourmand Bakery | Cake Topper: Bash & Co. | Tent: Sugarplum Tent Company

 Looking for a sweet Virginia venue to host your wedding? Here’s our list of Virginia’s best reception spaces. 

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Masculine and sophisticated, event planner Andrew Roby of Andrew Roby Events’ styled shoot offers a glimpse at Harlem Renaissance-inspired wedding decor, set up right here at The Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City. Take a look at the old-world glamour in the photos below by Jerris Madison Imagery.

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As soon as Roby stepped into The Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City’s Diplomat Room, he knew he wanted to put together a Harlem Renaissance-themed styled shoot. His love of the era in general and the design of the room motivated him to start planning. He brought in photographer Jerris Madison Imagery to shoot his modern interpretation of the Harlem Renaissance, complete with dapper tuxes, vintage decor pieces, and a glittery, glamorous tablescape.

The shoot features a pair of grooms getting ready for their wedding with their groomsmen, followed by a reception and toast. “Once I decided on actually putting the shoot into motion, I wanted to focus on men to give their wedding experience more visibility,” says Roby.

To pull of the Harlem Renaissance inspiration, Roby sourced some special props. “We pulled various vintage pieces into the shoot such as a brass fan, a phonograph, an old Kodak camera, and even the Cotton Club style font on the menu and place cards,” he says. “With a blend of whiskey, cigars, and style, I believe our models pulled off this modern version of Harlem Renaissance.”

VENDORS

Venue: The Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City | Event Planner: Andrew Roby Events | Photographer: Jerris Madison Imagery | Grooms’ Attire: The Black Tux | Cake: The Cake Courtesan | Catering: The Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City | Decor & Props: Select Event Group, White Glove Rentals, WhistlePig Whiskey, Shelly’s Back Room | Flowers: Sweet Blossoms LLC | Hair Stylist: Wade the Barber | Makeup Artist: Glam Enterprises | Stationary: Davis Designs | Models: Kirby Madden, Albert Smith, Thurston Tyler, Chris Deloatch

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The George Peabody Library is a pretty epic wedding venue, and the fact that it’s just a short drive up to Baltimore is a huge plus for us all. Edwina Bawuah and Joseph (Joe) Kollo sure played up the space with their stunning portraits taken at their blush pink wedding in July. Take a look at their whole day in the photos below by Andy Li for Sincereli. 

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Though they’d met in physics class while both were studying at Temple University, Edwina was in a relationship, so Joe was forced to fall for her from afar. Three years later, however, when Joe hosted an alumni event that Edwina attended, both were single. “We exchanged cordial conversation but failed to exchange contact information—that’s where Facebook stepped in!” says Edwina. “Joe sent me a message on Facebook…to convince me that Facebook was too impersonal of a place to communicate and that he could ‘better keep in touch’ if he had my phone number. He didn’t have to convince me much.”

After working her way through grad school at Johns Hopkins, Edwina wanted to celebrate her graduation with a trip. Joe was game, but told her that she wasn’t allowed to know where they were going. He kept their itinerary a surprise until they boarded a flight headed to London. From there they traveled to Amsterdam, then Paris, where Joe brought Edwina to Monet’s garden in Giverny to propose.

After a four-year engagement, Joe and Edwina celebrated with loved ones at The George Peabody Library. “My favorite detail was the venue, which Joe actually discovered,” says Edwina. “Walking in to get a sneak peek before our guests came in and seeing the flowers on the tables, the gold plates in their setting, and then looking up to see the stacks—it was beautiful.”

At the end of the night, Edwina and Joe changed into custom reception outfits made of traditional West African fabrics. They danced with guests, and shared with them their favorite ice cream in the form of a Taharka Brothers’ food truck that pulled up to end the night on a sweet note.

VENDORS

Ceremony Venue: Brown Memorial Park Avenue Presbyterian Church | Reception Venue: The George Peabody Library | Photographer: Andy Li for Sincereli  | Event Coordinator & Caterer: Chef’s Expressions | Bride’s Gown: Bodice by Martina Liana, skirt by Monique Lhuillier, Betsy Robinson’s Bridal Collection | Groom’s Attire: Sid Mashburn | Hair Dresser: Naneke Green, The Beauty Studio | Makeup Artist: Jamaya Moore Makeup Artist | Cake: Fancy Cakes by Leslie | Florals & Lighting: DaVinci| Transportation: Uber Black | Music/Entertainment: DJ Fly Ty Harris | Invitations: Julian Giles | Bride’s Reception Dress: Custom by Divine Designs by Ms. Abigail | Groom’s Reception Jacket: Custom by Issa | Ice Cream: Taharka Brothers

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There’s nothing like some dramatic decor to set your reception apart! Chiamaka (Chi-Chi) Ejike-Nwogu and Ifeanyi Nwaneshiudu’s glam Maryland wedding included a modern sweetheart table that we can’t take our eyes off. Take a peek for yourself in the photos below by Fotos by Fola.

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It wasn’t until attending the same convention for Nigerian young professionals that Chi-Chi and Ifeanyi officially met. After being introduced by mutual friends who had met at the first gathering, Chi-Chi and Ifeanyi quickly hit it off, ditching the conference to sit by the pool to chat all night long.

A year and a half later, Ifeanyi, knowing Chi-Chi is a fan of waterfalls, invited her to go to the National Botanical Garden. While Chi-Chi was distracted by the garden’s petite waterfall, Ifeanyi asked someone to take their picture. As the camera snapped away, Ifeanyi reached into his pocket to pull out a ring. He got down on one knee, but Chi-Chi was so stunned that it took an onlooker shouting, “Say yes!” to get a response out of her.

For their wedding, the pair returned to the site of the first convention they’d attended together. Following their church ceremony, they celebrated with a glam gold reception at Maryland’s Martin’s Crosswinds. A dramatic Mr. & Mrs. sweetheart table made for the perfect centerpiece at the reception.

After serving up sweets from a dessert table and dancing to Lonestar’s “Baby, I’m Amazed by You,” the newlyweds sent guests home with succulent favors, while they departed for a honeymoon across southern Africa.

VENDORS

Ceremony Venue: St. Anne’s Church | Photographer: Fotos by Fola | Reception Venue: Martin’s Crosswinds | Event Coordinator: Statuesque Events | Bride’s Gown: Purchased online and altered by Anytime Alterations | Groom’s Attire: Calvin Klein, Men’s Wearhouse | Hair Dresser: Unique Berry Hairs | Makeup Artists: Graceful Artistry (bride); Barkado and Shandyy (bridesmaids) | Cake: Ada Chic | Florist & Lighting: Statuesque Events | Caterers: Martin’s Crosswinds, Shiloh Restaurant & Catering | Transportation: VintageLimos.biz | Videographer: Femsterimages | Music/Entertainment: DJ Show, Washington Virtuosi | Invitations: Invitations by Dawn | Dessert Table: Sugartables | MC: Foxy P

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When you know, you know—and that was certainly the case for HaiAnh (Kelly) Nguyen and Ramiro Rojas, who celebrated their marriage at this sweet Virginia wedding, photographed by Andy Li of Sincereli. 

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Kelly and Ramiro’s whirlwind romance all began when Kelly, a dermatologist, stopped by Ramiro’s office where he worked as a real estate agent. Both were immediately smitten—Kelly thought Ramiro was a “nice, very respectful, polite” gentleman, while Ramiro was floored by Kelly’s combination of beauty and brains. A dinner date and trip to the movies soon followed.

It only took the pair four months to know they’d found “the one.” They returned to Old Town Alexandria, where they’d had their first date, for Ramiro to propose. Afterwards, they wasted no time in making it official: They married just six days later.

The pair hosted their ceremony at a church and took portraits around Old Town Alexandria before moving to The Carlyle Club for their pink-and-black reception. A polaroid guest book welcomed guests into the party, where Kelly and Ramiro danced to “I Won’t Give Up” by Jason Mraz.

After cutting into their three-tiered vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry cake, the newlyweds brought the celebrations to a close, with plans to honeymoon in Cancun.

VENDORS

Ceremony Venue: St. Anthony’s of Padua Catholic Church | Reception Venue: The Carlyle Club | Photographer: Andy Li of Sincereli | Event Coordinator: Diana Maravilla | Florist: Khoa Truong | Transportation: A1 Limo & Tours | Videographer: Sincereli

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From their custom bridesmaid getting ready outfits to their candle and flower-filled reception, Victoria Adubofour and Roger Gyebi’s wedding didn’t disappoint on the glam—especially when it came to their sweetheart table. Take a look at their gorgeous day below, captured by Judah Avenue Photography.

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After meeting at a church conference via mutual friends, Roger and Victoria really got to know one another when they connected over Facebook. Their first date was a group outing to bowling and dinner to celebrate a friend’s birthday, and as Victoria got to know Roger, she realized that “he is truly a fine gentleman.”

Four years later, Victoria and Roger were headed out to celebrate her passing her CPA exam. Little did she know that Roger had coordinated with family and friends from out-of -town to show up for the occasion. As the celebration was winding down, Roger stood up in front of their loved ones and asked her to marry him.

For their wedding, Victoria walked down the aisle for their church ceremony flanked by her mother and sister. Afterwards, their celebration at Foxchase Manor was filled with purple and gold and gorgeous floral arrangements. A sweetheart table with a circular floral arrangement behind it made for a stand-out decor detail, as did their six-tiered cake.

After serving up pieces of their red velvet and lemon layered cake and dancing the night away, the couple finally made their departure, with plans to honeymoon in St. Lucia.

VENDORS

Ceremony Venue: Mount Olive Baptist Church | Reception Venue: Foxchase Manor | Photographer: Judah Avenue Photography | Event Coordinator: Afradj Experiences | Bride’s Gown: Danielle Caprese, Kleinfeld | Bridesmaid Dresses: The Doll House | Groom’s Attire: Hugo Boss and Enzo Custom | Hair Dresser: Unique Berry Hairs, Hadassah Artistry, and Creations by Marcy | Makeup Artist: Glam by Isoken | Cake: Fluffy Thoughts Cakes | Florals and Decor: BCG Events | Caterers: Gala Cuisine | Transportation: Vintage Limos | Videographer: Ciel Photography | Music/Entertainment: DJ Ras | Invitations, Favors, & Welcome Gifts: By Talata

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Christopher Talley and Sonia Rahangdale decided to combine their dream weddings for a celebration that took elements of a Bollywood blowout and blended them with the classic-cool of the Sinatra era. The multi-day celebration was captured by Kurstin Roe Photography. Like B&G on Facebook | Follow B&G on Instagram Christopher Talley literally fell for the girl […]

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Temitope Orimogunje and Henry Oluwole dated for eight years before tying the knot—and then throwing an over-the-top reception at the Hyatt Regency in Bethesda. With orchid garlands, a sweetheart table, and gilded and glamorous details left and right, their pink and gold reception was fit for royalty. Check out the photos below courtesy of Judah […]

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