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Nestled between the jungle and the sea, the Fairmont Mayakoba is a stunning resort surrounded by freshwater canals, placid lagoons, and lush greenery.

Beautiful Fairmont Mayakoba is Perfect for a Destination Wedding

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Howerton+Wooten Events was included on the “Brides” magazine list of “Black-Owned Wedding Businesses You Should Hire” —and we are over here feeling ALL the emotions!

Howerton+Wooten Events was included on the “Brides” magazine list of “Black-Owned Wedding Businesses You Should Hire”

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The Ronald Reagan Building’s stunning atrium is an incredible venue for a grand wedding, but its openness and sheer size can feel overwhelming. However, creating a warm and intimate experience in this space is absolutely possible! Here’s how we transformed the atrium into a cozy and breathtaking wedding celebration: 1. Lean Into Drapery Drapery is […]

5 Key Takeaways from Planning a Wedding at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC

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The recent fires in Southern California have me thinking about couples whose weddings are impacted by natural disasters. As a professional wedding planner, I know how heartbreaking this can be. Here are seven steps to help you confidently navigate this difficult time.

Seven Things to Do If Your Wedding Was Affected by a Natural Disaster

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When celebrating 40 years of love, you pull out all the stops, even for the welcome bags! This Howerton+Wooten Events couple’s vow renewal started with a bang (and a bag!) packed with: Here’s to 40 years, crab chips, and custom scents. Let the celebration begin! Love and Soul Always, Kawania Photography: Trene Forbes Photography

A Maryland Themed Welcome Bag that Pulled Out All of the Stops

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Last week, I had the absolute pleasure of giving a motivational presentation at the luxury floral conference, Intrigued Experience, and I can only describe it as the “happiest place on earth.” Floral superstar Sarah Campbell curated an extraordinary, pink wonderland (in a pink hotel, no less!) where positive energy radiated, and every encounter was a joy.

My Experience at a Luxury Floral Conference

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The Manor 1858 Loudon County

Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of attending a VIP tour and dinner at the Manor 1858, located in Leesburg, Virginia. I enjoyed this tour and dinner with my wonderful colleagues in the wedding industry. The evening attire was themed “Ralph Lauren meets Chloé,” a beautiful fusion of elegant denim, flowing femininity, and just […]

Hosting a Wedding or Event at the Manor 1858

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The Manor 1858 is the newest luxury event venue in Loudoun County, and I was eager to see what it had to offer. Initially, I had my reservations about the distance—a 90-minute drive from Bowie, Maryland can feel like quite the trek. But the moment I arrived, I knew the journey had been more than worth it.

The Manor 1858 and the Hotel Burg

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At Howerton+Wooten Events, corporate event planning is at the heart of what our professional event planners do. From board meetings or executive committee meetings to large-scale workshops, we design experiences that foster creativity, engagement, and meaningful connections.

Howerton+Wooten Events Corporate Event Design Featured on PartySlate

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