Diana + Monroe | Jefferson Memorial ceremony

From a photographers perspective, most wedding are fairly difficult. Both mentally and physically and we're usually completely exhausted at the end of the day. However, Diana and Monroe proved to us that weddings can be easy. Though their wedding day started early (8am) and we had a wedding the night before (something we never do) we happily and effortlessly cruised through their day while they smiled, laughed and celebrated with a very intimate crowd of about 25. The shared exchanges of joy were endless, the weather was perfect and their day ran like a well oiled machine thanks to the team of Taylor and Hov.

Kristiaan and I went our separate ways during getting ready. Her with Diana at the Mayflower, me with Monroe at his home. We reunited at the ceremony on the lawn of the Jefferson Memorial for an emotional reunion as Diana walked down the aisle. Brunch was at the Hay Adams and absolutely delicious and filled with much excitement and more good laughs. Afterwards we headed to the US Capitol for some more portraits to cap off the day. 

Enjoy some of our favorites below.

Vendor info:
From Diana"Except for the hotels and transportation, we tried to partner with minority owned/women owned businesses. We were very blessed!!"
Wedding planner: Taylor & Hov
Hair: Kalizya Hutchinson
Makeup: Jeff Enriquez
Florist: Philippa Tarrant
Venue, design, caterer: The Hay Adams
Cake: Kendall's Cakes
Ceremony musician: Jen Violin (Jennifer Reid)
Diana's Dress: Casablanca/I Do I Do Wedding Gowns
Monroe's suit: Nordstrom
Desserts: District Desserts (incredible custom cookies)
Jewelry: Cezanne Jewelers
Transportation: TransDev
Getting/Guest hotel: The Mayflower
Reception dinner: Mulebone

Stephanie + Scott | W Hotel Wedding

You may remember Stephanie and Scott from the ever so cold, but equally romantic engagement session in Georgetown. Their wedding was held at the W Hotel in downtown DC on a perfect September day. They planned their day to maximize portrait and party time and it couldnt have gone any smoother - proof below. Aside from these two being perfect, relaxed and such a fun couple to work with, they had such a warm family and friends that knew how to party. Stephanie is also a cookie baking master! Shes introduced us to two different cookies this year that have changed the way we think about cookies. Yes they are that good! On another note if any of you newly engaged couples are thinking of using the W Hotel for your wedding, do it! Its a gorgeous venue with amazing service, food and perfect for receptions and after parties.

XOXO to Stephanie and Scott!

W hotel wedding DC_001

W hotel wedding DC_002

W hotel wedding DC_003

W hotel wedding DC_005

W hotel wedding DC_004

 

W hotel wedding DC_006

W hotel wedding DC_007

W hotel wedding DC_008

W hotel wedding DC_009

W hotel wedding DC_010

W hotel wedding DC_011

W hotel wedding DC_012

W hotel wedding DC_013

W hotel wedding DC_014

W hotel wedding DC_015

W hotel wedding DC_016

W hotel wedding DC_017

W hotel wedding DC_018

W hotel wedding DC_019

W hotel wedding DC_020

W hotel wedding DC_021

W hotel wedding DC_022

W hotel wedding DC_024

W hotel wedding DC_025

W hotel wedding DC_026

W hotel wedding DC_027

W hotel wedding DC_028

W hotel wedding DC_029

W hotel wedding DC_030

W hotel wedding DC_031

W hotel wedding DC_023