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Andrew and Christina's Spring Wedding at Rust Manor House
Their wedding day at Rust Manor House wasn't simply a celebration of their love, but of a partnership built on laughter, adventure, unwavering support, and finding joy in life's everyday moments.

Brittney Poole
May 312 min read


Kaitlynn and Michael's Elegant Wedding at Great Marsh Estate
Michael and Kaitlynn's wedding at Great Marsh Estate was a beautiful blend of timeless romance and personal touches. After matching on Bumble in October 2021, the couple quickly felt as though they had known each other for years.

Brittney Poole
May 101 min read


Luxury Dover Hall Wedding Styled Shoot
This styled wedding shoot, hosted at Dover Hall and planned by Heather Benge, leaned into Old World European style, incorporating gold accents and a muted yet colorful palette.

Brittney Poole
Apr 292 min read


Erick and Rebecca's Elegant Wedding at Birkby House
Rebecca envisioned an elegant wedding featuring neutral tones with pops of pink and an abundance of candles. Some unique decor items that the newlyweds incorporated into the wedding day include a custom figurine of their dog Koda to stand beside the wedding cake, and the couple's love story on signs displayed at cocktail hour. The entire wedding day went off without a hitch, and the couple and their beloved guests greatly enjoyed the event!

Brittney Poole
Apr 222 min read


Great Marsh Estate Spring Soiree 2026 - Citrus Wedding Table Inspiration
We wanted to create a reception table that felt romantic and refined while still celebrating the playful beauty of seasonal fruit, which ultimately became a citrus wedding vibe.

Brittney Poole
Apr 191 min read


Eliza and Andrew's Intimate Wedding at Morais Vineyards and Winery
The couple held a religious ceremony at their church, and then held a faux ceremony and reception a few days later at Morais Vineyards and Winery. The couple envisioned their ceremony on the ballroom steps with the sun beaming into the high windows to create a golden hour, picturesque experience.

Brittney Poole
Apr 141 min read


Anastasia and Clifton's Whimsical Wedding at The Virginia House
Having spent her childhood visiting local historical sites, the bride had the Virginia House in mind for her big day. She felt this location embodied Richmond’s Southern roots with a touch of modern charm.

Brittney Poole
Mar 216 min read


Collin and Samantha's Romantic Wedding at Brentsville Hall
Brentsville Hall was the perfect wedding venue in Virginia to host their families all across the United States. The venue is not only a gorgeous space that can accommodate weddings in any season, but they also provide all in-house catering and rentals, not to mention it is a part of the NoVA Live campus that offers other wedding amenities like rehearsal dinner spots and a recently built hotel, Tempo by Hilton!

Brittney Poole
Mar 102 min read


Forever Moments Recognized for Excellence in the Wedding Industry - 2026 Weddy Awards
Northern Virginia – Brides & Weddings, the premier resource for engaged couples seeking planning guidance and trusted local wedding professionals, has announced the winners of the 2026 Weddy Awards. This year, Forever Moments was honored as one of the recipients of this distinguished award, recognizing outstanding achievement and service in the wedding industry.

Brittney Poole
Dec 10, 20251 min read


Sarah and Mitchell's Garden Party Wedding at Rust Manor House
Sarah and Mitchell envisioned having a beautiful garden party wedding surrounded by their closest friends and family. Rust Manor House provided the perfect scenery

Brittney Poole
Nov 18, 20251 min read


Scott and Ashlyn's Romantic Wedding at Castle Hill Cider
On a warm September day at Castle Hill Cider, Ashlyn and Scott celebrated the beginning of their forever surrounded by the people who mean the most to them. Thoughtfully curated details set the tone for the day, from delicate floral accents and sage green touches to sentimental keepsakes woven throughout their wedding design.

Brittney Poole
Sep 13, 20252 min read


Natalie and Baylor's Ballroom Wedding at Rose Hill Manor
Natalie envisioned an elegant ballroom wedding with white and dusty blue as the color scheme. Some floral highlights include large hydrangea pieces on white pillars and hanging greenery over the balcony overlooking the ballroom.

Brittney Poole
Aug 2, 20251 min read


Sunday Brunch Wedding at Goodstone Inn and Restaurant
A sweet Sunday brunch wedding—Sebastian and Katie said, “I do” in front of the Goodstone Inn and Restaurant’s iconic ivy wall filled with white roses, following a morning getting ready together and sharing private vows.

Brittney Poole
Apr 15, 20251 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Vendor Etiquette: Dos and Don'ts for a Seamless Event
In this guide, we'll walk you through the dos and don'ts of working with wedding vendors before, during, and post wedding.

Brittney Poole
Mar 21, 20258 min read


Planning Your Northern Virginia Wedding: Top Certified Wedding Planners in Northern Virginia
We've got you covered with the top certified wedding planners in the area, ready to turn your wedding day visions into a reality.

Brittney Poole
Jan 5, 20256 min read


Lauren and Del's Pastel Wedding at Airlie
Lauren and Del opted for a modern pastel wedding color palette, with sage green and neutral accents. Some highlights of the wedding include the officiant telling the couple's love story in poetic form, a private champagne toast with the newlyweds, and a large Nothing Bundt Cake to serve with mini to-go bundt cakes for the guests.

Brittney Poole
Sep 15, 20241 min read


Sebastian and Alexandra's Whimsical Wedding at the Marriott Ranch
Alexandra wanted to have a whimsical-themed wedding while staying true to Sebastian's southern roots, and later decided the Marriott Ranch in Hume, Virginia, was the perfect fit. The couple decided on variations of blue and purple for their colors and incorporated them into everything from the decor to attire.

Brittney Poole
Apr 20, 20241 min read


Tyler and Kristen's Winter Wedding at Mt. Defiance Cider Barn
Tyler proposed to Kristen on Christmas of 2021, and the couple decided to incorporate their favorite holiday into their wedding theme: twinkling lights, a Christmas tree with ornament wedding favors, and fern greenery all around the venue, Mt. Defiance Cider Barn.

Brittney Poole
Dec 2, 20231 min read


Sarah and Ryan's Shenandoah Mountain Elopement and Boho Autumn Wedding at Rivers Bend Ranch
Here comes the...groom?
Ryan and Sarah's first date was a hiking expedition in the Shenandoah Mountains, and they have been each other's rock since. After tracking through the Rocky Mountain Region countless times over the past six years, the couple decided they wanted to elope on top of their favorite peak, the Stony Man, located at Shenandoah National Park in Virginia.

Brittney Poole
Oct 21, 20231 min read


Morgan and Matthew's Lakeside Wedding at Persimmon Creek Barn
Matthew and Morgan are high school sweethearts turned newlyweds. They had an intimate lakeside wedding at Persimmon Creek Barn, and the highlight of their ceremony was a sand unity jar that mixed sand from their hometowns of St. Petersburg, FL, and Virginia Beach, VA.

Brittney Poole
Sep 9, 20231 min read

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