Delia and Eric, May 24, 2009 - a Cool Cruise through the Tropics

What a blast I had working with Delia and Eric. Delia has to be one of the most optimistic brides I've met and her great attitude helped her though some unusual challenges outside of the wedding that I've seen. The day of the wedding, surrounded by her family and best friends, Delia got ready in the Patriot Room.


























Meanwhile, the guys were also getting ready!


























And then it was time!






























































































And here comes the bride!


























































While the guests enjoyed the cocktail hour, Delia, Eric, and the bridal party walked over to the Alion building next door to take a few photos.












































































They were able to take a few photos around the upper garden and lobby living room as well.
















































Meanwhile, everything was set perfectly inside the ballroom. Delia had chosen a refreshingly tropical palette of Turquoise and Hot Pink with a base of Chocolate Brown.

















































































Then Eric led Delia into their first dance followed by each of them dancing with their parents.



































Then they had a few toasts followed by a delicious dinner buffet including:
Fresh Salad Greens
Fruit Salad
Primavera Salad
Orzo Salad
Marinated Salmon Filet with Roasted Roma Tomatoes and Lobster Sauce
Cornmeal Crusted Chicken with Fontina Cheese Sauce and Red Peppers
Medley of Fresh Vegetables
Soy-Ginger Sesame Vegetables
and Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes
YUM!





























Later, there was cake and the tossing of the bouquet and garter.























































Later, they all enjoyed dancing late into the night.














































Here's to you Eric and Delia! Best wishes for a long and happy marriage!

Many thanks to the vendors who helped Delia and Eric make their wedding day fantastic!

Professional photos provided courtesy of Robert Merhaut Photography.

Flowers provided by Sylvains Florist.

Wedding cake provided by Praline Bakery and Bistro.

Ceremony officiant Chaplain Hank Aaron.

Rental Linens provided by Gala Cloths by Delaney.

DJ Kurt with Spin City Productions.

Brides hair designed by Julie Lawrence with J.Lynn Weddings.

Brides make-up designed by Make-up Artistry by Ana Merces.

I can see clearly now the rain is gone! Neda and Jorge: September 26, 2008

Neda encountered several challenges in planning her wedding. The first was that she was living in Utah the whole time and we had to rely on phone and e-mail to complete all of the necessary arrangements. We actually only met for the first time at the menu tasting one month before her wedding day.

The second challenge is that September 26th dawned rainy and miserable. You can see Neda looking hopefully out her window praying for a break in the clouds so she can have her ceremony outside.

No time to be glum, Neda, Jorge and photographer Anne Lord quickly whisked off to Union Station for a real DC photo session.

Meanwhile, back at the hotel, we were gearing up for an indoor ceremony. It was still wet when Neda returned so the photos continued indoors around the hotel lobby.

Then suddenly, the rain stopped. We scrambled to take advantage of this opportunity and set the ceremony outside.





The garden, fresh from all that rain, looked especially fresh and pretty.

Then, it was time to party! Neda had the ballroom decorated in bold black and white with red flowers for a dramatic accent!

Although the rain continued to fall throughout the night, it did not dampen the festivities. Nor did it put out the sparklers Neda planned for a dramatic send-off!







Best wishes to Neda and Jorge for long and happy marriage!

Photos courtesy of Anne Lord Photography

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www.annelordphotography.com

Fresh flower arrangements provided by Sylvains

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www.sylvainsflorist.com

Chair covers and sashes provided by Gala Cloths

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