Not too long ago, we shared that our couple, Tai and Calvin’s, wedding was featured in the latest issue of MunaLuchi Bride Magazine. Today, it’s our turn to showcase their Washington DC wedding, which was captured by Documentary Associates Photography!
Tai and Calvin chose the Carnegie Institution for Science for their wedding day. Because of their family connections with the Carnegie Institution for Science, this venue has a special meaning to our couple.
A Wedding Party Who Was Chic and Fashion Forward
Tai wore an ivory Reem Acra wedding gown that featured a long tulle skirt and a floral-adorned illusion bodice. Her wedding day jewelry featured some statement pieces that were both beautiful and elegant. Tai’s bridal party wore blush-colored chiffon gowns, designed by Amsale.
Best Wedding Party Ever!
While we are on the subject of their chic wedding party, I’d like to point out that they were also sweet, fun and a great group of people to be around.
A Warm and Welcoming Wedding Environment
When you walked into Tai and Calvin’s wedding, you felt completely at home. Guests were greeted by contemporary R&B music played by a local DC harpist, Cheryl Roeske.
The Blush Pink Ceremony Canopy Was a Wedding Day Design Star
To create an intimate environment for their 150 wedding guests, Tai and Calvin’s wedding ceremony was set “in the round.” They said their vows in a blush colored canopy, created by Fabrication Events. The couple stood underneath a gold sequin chandelier, created by Ten23 Designs.
A Wedding Cake Swing Filled with Drama
During the cocktail reception, our events team removed the gold chandelier, and replaced it with a swing for the wedding cake, created by Fluffy Thoughts.
Handwritten Notes of Love and Gratitude to Each Wedding Guest
Tai was so sweet! She wrote a handwritten note of love and gratitude to each wedding guest. This included notes to each child present at the wedding. The love notes doubled as escort cards with the guest names and table numbers written in gold by calligrapher, Laura Hooper.
Cherry Blossoms Are Perfect for a Washington DC Wedding
The centerpieces, flowers, and signage all featured cherry blossoms, which is a jewel of the Washington DC landscape. They were a perfect addition to this wedding filled with Washington DC touches.
A Bride and Groom’s Ode to Maryland: “Love, Honor and Old Bay”
Even though Tai and Calvin currently live in Manhattan, the couple still has a love for Maryland’s Blue Crabs. So, they couldn’t think of a more fitting wedding favor than a miniature bottle of “Old Bay” and a crab mallet that says, “Love, Honor and Old Bay.” How fun!
Thank you for enjoying Tai and Calvin’s wedding with us! It was such a lovely day, and we were so grateful to be a part of it.
Love and Soul Always, Kawania
Photos by Documentary Associates Photography / Make-Up by Beauty N the Bride / Wedding Flowers by Nature of Designs / Catering by Spilled Milk Catering / Wedding Cake by Fluffy Thoughts