Washington, DC Wedding & Event Planner  |  Celebrating Mother's Day...A Tribute Our Grooms & Their Mothers
May 10, 2015 | Barn Style Weddings, Brides, Celebrations, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Event Planner, Groom, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, Northern Virginia Event Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Weddings, Red Weddings, Washington DC Wedding Planner, Washington DC Weddings, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
Washington, DC Wedding & Event Planner | Celebrating Mother’s Day…A Tribute Our Grooms & Their Mothers

Earlier this week, we did a special tribute to our Brides and their Mothers.  Today, on Mother’s Day, we want to showcase the love shared between our Grooms and their Mothers.  Mother’s Day originated in 1908 by Anna Reaves in memory of her own Mother to encourage children around the world to pay tribute to the women that sacrificed so

April 14, 2015 | Bridal Bouquets, Bridal Shows, Brides, Celebrations, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Event Planner, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, MD Event Planner, Northern Virginia Event Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Weddings, Washington DC Wedding Planner, Washington DC Weddings, Weddings
DC Wedding and Event Planner | The Valentine Cuff Event at House of Jonlei Atelier

Last month I had the opportunity to host an event for celebrity designer and event planner, Diann Valentine, to showcase her signature bridal collection of The Valentine Cuff.  Diann Valentine is a visionary and a true trailblazer.  Her client list consists of a celebrated A-list such as Usher, Martin Lawrence, Tony Braxton, Lela Rochon, Boyz II Men, Evelyn Lozada, and

DC Wedding Planner  |  Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events  |  Anthony and David
January 23, 2015 | DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, LGBT Weddings, Marriage Equality, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, MD Event Planner, Northern Virginia Event Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Weddings, United With Love, Washington DC Wedding Planner, Washington DC Weddings, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
DC Wedding Planner | Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events | Anthony and David

“A Marbled Wedding in the City” was the theme and inspiration for the wedding of Anthony Sims and David Butler.  My first encounter with this vibrant couple was one that was of pure exhilaration!  David and Tony were both eager to embrace a new chapter in their life and wanted to celebrate it with their friends in grand style.  Although

R.S.V.P Etiquette Series Part 2…6 Rules of Thumb as a WEDDING PROFESSIONAL
January 20, 2015 | Brides, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Groom, Groomsmen, Invitation Etiquette, Invitations, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, MD Event Planner, Northern Virginia Event Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Weddings, R.S.V.P., Uncategorized, Washington DC Wedding Planner, Washington DC Weddings, Wedding Invitations, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
R.S.V.P Etiquette Series Part 2…6 Rules of Thumb as a WEDDING PROFESSIONAL

In part one of our three part series on R.S.V.P Etiquette, we discussed 10 rules of thumb as a Wedding Guest.  Today, we address the “6 Rules of Thumb as the Wedding Professional” – yes, wedding professionals have an obligation to R.S.V.P to their client(s). As Wedding Professionals, we are so engaged with performing our duties and making sure that

R.S.V.P Etiquette Series Part 1...10 Rules of Thumb as a Guest
January 5, 2015 | Bridal Shows, Brides, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Invitation Etiquette, Invitations, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, MD Event Planner, Northern Virginia Event Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Weddings, R.S.V.P., Washington DC Wedding Planner, Washington DC Weddings, Wedding Invitations, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
R.S.V.P Etiquette Series Part 1…10 Rules of Thumb as a Guest

Many of us receive formal invitations in the mail to attend weddings, formal celebrations, retirement banquets, galas, etc.  However, when we receive the invitation do we really pay close attention to whom the invitation is addressed to and all of the fine points?  If not, we need to slow down and pay close attention to the particulars of this special delivery.  Proper

December 29, 2014 | Brides, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Groom, Groomsmen, Historic Wedding Venues, Holiday Weddings, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, MD Event Planner, New Years Eve Weddings, Northern Virginia Event Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Venues, Northern Virginia Weddings, Washington DC Wedding Planner, Washington DC Weddings, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
4 Tips to Ringing in the New Year and Saying "I Do"!

New Year’s Eve is such a great time of year. It’s the time of year full of renewed hopes, resolutions, and new beginnings. So, why not choose New Year’s Eve to get married? Starting a new year with your new companion surrounded by all of your loved ones and friends at a fabulous party – sounds absolutely perfect! Most New

December 19, 2014 | Barn Style Weddings, Bridal Shows, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Groom, Historic Wedding Venues, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Venues, Northern Virginia Weddings, Rustic Weddings, Washington DC Wedding Planner, Washington DC Weddings, Wedding Photographers, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events…Charlie and Sarah

Marriage is sharing life with your best friend, enjoying the journey along the way and arriving at every destination together (author – Fawn Weaver).  This quote perfectly describes the connection between Charlie and Sarah.  Two beautiful souls that met each other at the perfect time in life, and as they grew to know each other they grew a special bond

November 6, 2014 | Barn Style Weddings, Brides, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Historic Wedding Venues, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Venues, Northern Virginia Weddings, Rustic Weddings, Uncategorized, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events…Heather and Mike!

We had the pleasure this summer working at one of our favorite locations, The Airlie Center, in Warrenton, Virginia with a very special couple, Heather and Mike (August 23, 2014).  Details of love with Scottish traditions – bag piper recessional and Scottish gift to the Groom, to the sweetest pooch walking down the aisle as the Dog of Honor.  Traditions

Trick or Treat...Halloween Weddings
October 22, 2014 | Barn Style Weddings, Bridal Shows, Brides, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Historic Wedding Venues, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, Northern Virginia Wedding Venues, Northern Virginia Weddings, Rustic Weddings, Uncategorized, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
Trick or Treat…Halloween Weddings

Next year, Halloween will fall on a Saturday – the traditional day to host a wedding. If you are thinking about having a non-traditional wedding, then maybe a Halloween theme is right for you and your fiancé. From pumpkins, fall colors and day of the dead traditions, you have lots to choose from when it comes to Halloween ideas for

October 13, 2014 | Barn Style Weddings, Brides, DC Wedding Planner, DC Weddings, Destination Weddings, Groom, Groomsmen, Historic Wedding Venues, Maryland Wedding Planners, Maryland Weddings, Northern Virginia Wedding Planner, Northern Virginia Wedding Venues, Northern Virginia Weddings, Wedding Photographers, Wedding Receptions, Weddings
Real Weddings by Perfect Planning…Pretty in Pink at Stone Manor Country Club

This summer we had the opportunity to work with a very vibrant couple and a very vibrant color palette, pink!  Our beautiful Bride knew exactly what she wanted and detailed to us everything that she wanted us to bring to life on her wedding day.  Elegance and attention to detail was most important for the Bride and she wanted her

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