The story of Mary-Carson & Josh is one for the books. No really, they met in the library at The College of William & Mary!  Mary-Carson, a true southern girl, the belle of her hometown, & sweetheart of her family married the ever so handsome, charming and witty Joshua David and let me tell you, it was a beautiful day. A true southern wedding, in my opinion, is laced with personal details, family heirlooms & southern traditions. All of which, this wedding portrayed perfectly. Mary-Carson wore her grandmothers wedding gown (with a few updates from her seamstress), perfectly chosen Lilly Pulitzer kitten heel sling backs & jewelry from her godparents. I also have to mention that their breathtaking reception was designed by Matthew Muscarella who is nothing short of an absolute genius. His taste is exceptional! Ladies, hire him.

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Ceremony : Main Street United Methodist, Suffolk VA

Reception : Nansemond River Golf Club, Suffolk VA

Colors : White (all shades), green, coral, peach, terra-cotta, tans, browns & neutral shades

Wedding Dress : Brides paternal grandmother’s with alterations done by Jean Robert of Hampton, Virginia

Bridesmaids Dresses : Dark Coral Silk Dupioni, Anna Elyse Bridesmaids

Grooms Tux : Vera Wang

Groomsmen’s Tux : Vera Wang

Wedding Shoes : Patent leather nude kitten heel sling backs, Lilly Pulitzer

Wedding Jewelry : Family Heirlooms

Florals : Johnson’s Garden & Home, Suffolk VA

Cake : The Cake Lady, Kirsten Cook, Smithfield, VA

Designer : Matthew Muscarella

A few from a recent trip to Norfolk where the company was sweet and the light was magic.

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Travis & Ruthie, in a phrase, would be “pleasingly graceful and stylish in appearance or manner”. Which just so happens to be the definition of elegant.

Every once in a while, I get an email from a Groom asking for more information about our weddings. I’m not sure why this seems like such an out of the ordinary experience, but in the wedding industry, it’s usually the brides who do the corresponding. Now let me clarify. I am quite a fan of getting emails from Grooms as it mixes things up and keeps me on my toes…they always have different kinds of questions & concerns. Travis from day one was organized, specific and on top of everything. He was kind, prompt & efficient but knew exactly what he wanted, which honestly, made for a very seamless wedding day and planning process.

Then there’s Ruthie. Quiet, absolutely stunning, chic & so very smart. Oh, and she had the sweetest daddy watching over her all day – that always makes my heart a little on the mushy side. (She intimated me a little, to be honest!) She was just so perfect looking and I couldn’t wait to see how their photos turned out. Travis & Ruthie, thank you for including me in your planning and for sticking it out with me on that blistering hot beautiful July day.

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Ceremony : Fairfax Christian Church

Reception : Meadowlark Gardens

What colors are you using for your wedding? : “Coral & White”

Wedding Dress : Selia Yang, custom

Bridesmaids Dresses : J. Crew, anita

Grooms Tux/Suit : Designed own suit from various pieces

Groomsmen’s Tux/Suits : Designed own suits from various pieces

Brides Shoes : Badgley Mischka

Wedding Jewelry : Borrowed

Florals : DIY

Cake : Mom’s Apple Pie, Leesburg VA

Can you believe this beautiful girl is my sister? She may be loud, crazy & spontaneous but she is the most thoughtful caring person that I know. AND so pretty! Looking forward to sharing this swiss dot gown, handmade bouquet by my mother in law and her adorable puppy that got to join us towards the end. Oh, and her husband too I guess 😉

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