When Jared Green saw Joanna Hassell standing close by, he felt an instant pull – an instant connection to her. He went up to her, introduced himself, and here they are today. By here, I mean that Jared and Joanna are forever connected to each other in the amazing journey of marriage. Their gorgeous wedding […]
Venue of the Week: Hotel Chauvet at Glen Ellen, California
Welcome to Wine Country. Hotel Chauvet in Glen Ellen, California is a hop, skip, and a jump from the wineries of Napa Valley and boasts 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom condominiums for couples and small parties to lose themselves in the serenity of it all. Originally constructed in 1906, Hotel Chauvet recently redesigned their property […]
Real {Georgia} Wedding: Melissa + Leonard
Melissa almost didn’t meet Leonard. Invited by a friend to attend an event she wasn’t particularly excited about, Melissa didn’t know that she was about to walk right into her destiny. Thanks to her friend’s persuasive skills, Melissa met the man who would sweep her off her feet and be an anchor for her heart. […]
Real {Florida} Wedding: ReNelle + Trevor
When Trevor met ReNelle, she was the girl next door – literally. When he approached her to properly introduce himself after some time, he found out that she really was the girl next door: she was charming, beautiful, kind and very easy to talk to. Who could pass up on that? Now, ReNelle and Trevor […]
Real {California} Wedding: Janeen + Michael
Janeen and Michael had an office romance: they met at work, liked what they saw, and did some “moderate to extensive flirting” for a few years. Eventually, they came to the conclusion that flirting was not good enough anymore – they had to be a real couple. Boy, were they right! That decision to take […]
Travel Tuesdays: A Cliff-top Paradise at the Banyan Tree Ungasan in Bali, Indonesia
The island of Bali in Indonesia is the perfect destination to get off the grid (and the grind) with the one you love the most. A natural haven and nature lover’s paradise, it is rumored to be an idyllic destination for peace and tranquility. Nestled high on the cliffs at the southernmost part of Bali […]
Winter Wedding of Wanda + Josh in {DC} by Abby Jiu Photography
Happy Monday! Let’s get this week started off right with a winter wedding that’s pretty, chic, and full of inspiration ideas. From the fluffy petticoat, to the Badgley Mischka’s to the tea length Amsale dress, Wanda was beaming with style. What we love most about this wedding photographed by one of our DC favs, Abby […]
Real {Atlanta} Wedding: Chauncey + Jermaine
When Chauncey met Jermaine, she was somewhat wary. After all, she had already been told that this man was a natural charmer and ladies’ man; she would have to tread softly here. Eventually, that wariness gave way to a great platonic friendship, which eventually became a true romance and great love. Chauncey and Jermaine’s Atlanta […]
Real {California} Wedding: Stephanie + Kenneth
The world of sports is chock-full of amazing lessons for marriage and relationships. There’s emphasis on unity, solidarity and team work; commitment and effort; and deep, unbridled, emotional passion. So, it’s no wonder Stephanie and Kenneth first made their connection as team players on the softball field. As they got to know each other, the […]
Real Nigerian Wedding in {Florida}: Oluwatitoyin + Shomari
Oluwatitoyin and Shomari had a real cultural fusion at their wedding. They combined elements of the bride’s Nigerian Yoruba culture with influences from the groom’s Caribbean roots. The combination created a beautiful masterpiece of joy, celebration and cultural fusion. Their special union was photographed by Bryan Glann of BG Pictures Photography. Bride: Oluwatitoyin Ogunsola Groom: Shomari Smith Occupations: Bride […]
Real {Beach} Wedding in the {Florida Keys}: Marie + Daniel
Marie and Daniel’s love story is one that spans through time and distance. Meeting first in high school, and then again in college, it’s clear that Marie and Daniel’s paths were supposed to cross – and cross they did. After running to each other repeatedly on their campus because Daniel lived literally across the street […]
Real {New York} Wedding in a {Mansion}: Patricia + Daniel
Patricia and Daniel had a fateful meeting. When Daniel came to Patricia’s house to visit their mutual friend, Natasha, and take her out for a bite, he probably didn’t realize that he was knocking on destiny’s door. There, in that very house, was a woman who would become his friend, his love, his wife! After that […]
