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Our blog is the place where you will find our team putting their pens to paper (or fingers to the keyboard!) and giving you all the latest tips, trends, and inspiration from the wonderful world of weddings. We will also be sharing with you highlights from our very own Dainty Details couples and spotlighting some of our favorite Virginia wedding vendors.

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Natalia + Douglas’ luxurious DC wedding had a few bumps along the way. But neither venue cancellations nor road construction could stop this multicultural love story! When N+D originally booked with us, they had their venue and date set. Two months after we started planning, we found out that their venue was proceeding with renovations […]

Real Weddings

January 17, 2023

Luxurious DC Wedding At The Larz Anderson House

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You wouldn’t think of “whimsical woodland wedding” and “modern art gallery” in the same sentence, but Elizabeth and Nick knew what they wanted! We were thrilled to work with them from the beginning to create the wedding of their dreams! With Long View Gallery in DC as their venue, Elizabeth wanted to bring the outdoors […]

Real Weddings

January 3, 2023

An Unexpected Whimsical Woodland Wedding in a Modern Art Gallery

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There are so many amazing wedding venues in DC and Virginia that we’ve had the pleasure of having weddings at. Even so, there are a few dream wedding venues around here that we’d love to check off our list. Each of our fabulous wedding planners picked their top dream wedding venue to share, so if […]

Inspiration

December 20, 2022

Our 3 Dream Wedding Venues in DC and Virginia

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As the weather gets colder, we can’t help but look back on one of our favorite cozy winter weddings – Kara + Tom’s Early Mountain Vineyard wedding in Madison, VA. From the mountain views to the warm and intimate charm, this wedding was a day to remember. Kara + Tom are a super fun couple […]

Real Weddings

December 6, 2022

A Cozy Winter Wedding at Early Mountain Vineyard You’ll Envy

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, which means we must share some festive winter wedding ideas.  Winter weddings are so magical! Paired with the decor, colors, and warmth associated with the season, a holiday wedding can be super cozy and ultra romantic. It’s a time dedicated to spending quality time with loved ones […]

Inspiration

November 22, 2022

7 Festive Winter Wedding Ideas For Your Holiday Wedding

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Four years to the date of their first date, Abby & Justin tied the knot in Charlottesville, Virginia. These two embraced all the fall vibes with their barn wedding and mountainside views at The Barn at Turkey Ridge. From their loving ceremony accompanied by their dogs, to cocktails in the barnyard, to the reception and […]

Real Weddings

November 8, 2022

How We Pulled Off a Romantic Barn Wedding in Charlottesville, Virginia | Abby & Justin

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Creating an inviting wedding tablescape helps your guests feel welcomed. Setting a table is like expressing your gratitude and appreciation for someone. We love curating thoughtful details (obviously details matter to us, it’s in our name!), and tablescapes are no different. CHRISTY MCKEE PHOTOGRAPHY Wedding tablescapes are a major focal point during your reception. They […]

Inspiration

October 25, 2022

Why A Beautiful Wedding Tablescape is So Important

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Hiring a wedding planner can be a daunting task. All The Dainty Details does everything we can to provide a seamless wedding planning experience for your big day. From wedding management all the way to full wedding planning, we’re with you every step. We turn your wedding dreams into a reality. Our favorite part of […]

Planning Tips

October 11, 2022

The Right Wedding Planner for Your Big Day | Working With All The Dainty Details

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Working with Krissy & Max was a treat! These two are incredibly sweet and so relaxed and down to earth.  They met 7 years ago at Wake Forest University through mutual friends. It is evident from the words spoken by the guests at their chic and romantic wedding that everyone knew very quickly that they […]

Real Weddings

September 27, 2022

Chic and Romantic Wedding at Sequoia | Washington, DC | Krissy & Max

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Our team includes a final wedding venue walk through for every couple no matter the package they choose. Typically set at 30-60 days prior to the wedding date, the final venue walk through will be the last time we are onsite together before the wedding day. So why is this so important? This is the […]

Planning Tips

August 23, 2022

The Importance Of Having A Final Wedding Venue Walk Through

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