Project Wedding Blog

Trey and Kiersten have the sweetest of love stories… They met as freshman in high school when Trey attended Kiersten’s church.  One look at Kiersten and Trey told his father that he was going to marry her one day!  Better than any of the best fairytales, the two tied the knot in a country chic celebration in Scottsville, Virginia with Katelyn James on hand to document the details, moving moments, and all that highschool sweetheart love…

The day was idyllic- not too hot, not too cold- with a gorgeous view of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the backdrop.  The event was held at Trey’s parents’ summer camp– the place where they started dating.  After Kiersten dressed in her gorgeous White by Vera Wang gown, the pair had a ‘first look’ in the camp’s corn maze.  Kiersten says, ‘Trey was already there waiting for me, after rounding the corner, we saw each other, and he literally ran to me! Best thing ever! We got to share a few very sacred moments together before we officially started the adventure of the day!’

Instead of lighting the traditional unity candle, the couple chose to wash each others feet in devotion and servitude, a loving act that symbolized their marriage. They invited everyone and anyone to join in on the ceremony, every square inch of straw bale seating was taken!

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Tags: country-chic, gingham, mustard yellow, picnic, rustic.

Colleen and Zachary envisioned a summertime wedding reminiscent of a classy dinner party, but combined with the relaxed charm of a picnic.  The outcome?  Hands down one of the most sophisticated, unique, and lovely weddings I’ve seen!  We’re overjoyed to feature their love story and beautiful wedding day photos by Anne Robert Photography as this week’s Real Wedding of the Week…Colleen has always loved the small details that make a wedding special.  Together with event designer, Vicki Grafton of My Simple Details, she went to work implementing the dozens of unique elements that imbued the day with classy, summer style.  When Colleen first started planning, she found a photo of a bride and groom dancing on a checkered floor.  She was captivated; the vision and color palette unfolded from there.  Black and white gingham accents appeared throughout the day, and contrasted with a palette of champagne bridesmaid’s dresses and dramatic crimson florals.  Colleen’s look was feminine and romantic, and she carried a dreamy, lush bouquet by Petals & Hedges.  After a traditional ceremony at the same church that Colleen’s grandparents wed,  the happy couple and their guests traversed from D.C. to Arlington’s Hendry House for a dashing reception filled to the brim with darling details.  From the relaxed charm of the red bicycle and gingham napkins, to the refined sophistication of calligraphed place cards and casual-elegance centerpieces, the party was overwhelmingly stylish.  

Swoon.. (And the bride’s first dance dream came true)!  There’s much more to see, enjoy the full feature here…

♥

Photos by Anne Robert Photography

Event Design and Coordination by My Simple Details

Bridal & Bridesmaids Gowns by J. Crew

Hair & Makeup by Amie Decker Beauty

Floral Design by Petals & Hedges

Invitations by minted.; Calligraphy by Rachel Carl

Ceremony at Cathedral of Saint Matthew the Apostle; Reception at The Hendry House

Rentals by Potomac Party Rentals and Capital Party Rentals

Cake and Catering by Eat&Smile Catering

Tags: calligraphy, crimson, dinner party, Elegant, picnic, red, sophisticated, summer.

I can’t stop marveling at this nearly all-DIY wedding!  The bride, Megan, is an aspiring floral designer, so she created the bouquets and arrangements and hand made so many other sweet things like drink flags and bunting!  Joined by Adam, the handsome groom, the couple wed outdoors at the Rye Patch in Aiken, South Carolina.  The ceremony was followed by a charming picnic reception.  Delight in all the DIY goodness below!  A special thanks to A Fresh Take Photography for sending this our way ♥

Photos by A Fresh Take Photography

Catering by Douceur De France

Bridal Gown by Kittychen Couture

Tags: bunting, DIY, outdoor, picnic, Southern.

I just love summer… being outside… lounging by the pool… picnics… and berries.  With the 4th of July not so far away and the official start of summer next week, I pulled together a round-up of our favorite summer projects and inspirations!

Red and White Summer Table

4th of July Tabletop Décor

Red and White Color Story

Vintage Postcard Place Cards

DIY Picnic Concept

Red, White & Blue Real Wedding

Tags: 4th of July, outdoor wedding, picnic, red white and blue, summer.