Rachel and Chris

Wednesday, August 28, 2013



























 














Though the bride and groom live in Los Angeles, Rachel wanted to tie the knot in her Virgina hometown; as a girl who lives far from her own childhood home, I completely understand the appeal of marrying in such a meaningful location. The couple chose the Oatlands Plantation for their outdoor ceremony and tented reception, and worked with Engaging Affairs to create a celebration that was equal parts black tie and organic.

Rachel wore a Lusan Mandongus lace gown and jeweled Vera Wang Lavender flats; soft curls and a delicate pendant necklace completed her natural look. Bridesmaids wore matching black cocktail dresses from Watters and carried posies of green hydrangea and white freesia and calla lilies by Multiflor that matched the bride's white freesia bouquet, while the groom and his attendants looked sharp in classic black tie.

Keeping in mind that a wedding is reminisced over long after the last chairs have been put away, Rachel and Chris focused on the lasting effect of their celebration. Friends of the couple played "Unchained Melody" as Rachel walked down the aisle, and after exchanging heartfelt vows, the newlyweds enjoyed a glass of Champagne and the spectacular views with their guests. An elegant dinner by Occasions Caterers was followed by dancing beneath the stars, and when Rachel and Chris said goodnight, they knew they'd remember the night for as long as they lived.


Gorgeous images by Gabe Aceves; do you have a favorite snapshot from this classic celebration?

9 comments:

  1. Just perfect, and I love the bride's hair. That shot of them looking away - the light! Beautiful.

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  2. I love how more brides are wearing flats! That's so me. And I know the bride is beautiful but that was a great portrait of the groom. He is so handsome! :)

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  3. they had me at black bridesmaids dresses. so simple, so perfect.

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  4. I love those tuxes! Wow! They all look super sharp.

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  5. Such a classic and pretty wedding!

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  6. did they shake hands during their ceremony? that might be my favorite snapshot!

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  7. What a handsome couple. Stunning.

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