Tag Archives: Northern Virginia

Come out this Sunday, 9/21, and sample some delicious offerings from the new chef at Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston and check out the Bridal Open House.

What bride doesn't love Pinterest? But sometimes things can go astray and you end up pinning a mish-mash of ideas. Amanda Smith, owner of White Pumpkin Wedding Design & Coordination, has some great tips on how to plan with Pinterest.

If you are a lover of history, or just gorgeous sunset water views, you must check out Belle Grove Plantation on the banks of the Rappahannock River. Come out for a tour Sunday, September 14th, and learn more about Belle Grove weddings.

As one of the perks to being the publisher of this website and its companion planning guide, I get invited to some great events. I recently enjoyed two exemplary NoVA restaurants that cater to daytime wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners - and even off premise catering.

If you have a lot of out of town wedding guests and prefer to go the all-inclusive route when it comes to reception planning, a hotel is your best bet for a wedding venue. And there's something magical about a well appointed hotel ballroom.

Every bride thinks about how beautiful she wants to look on her wedding day. But bridal beauty really is more than skin deep. To prepare your skin to look its best, it's important to know what beauty products can - and can't do - for you. 

Make a your wedding day a Spring Fling at Hidden Creek Country Club in Reston and save. 

A good wedding planner will save you time, stress and money. Book Order & Organization by 8/31 and take $100 off your package.

On the banks of the Rappahannock River, Belle Grove Plantation served as the childhood home of President James Madison. Now it can serve as home for your wedding.

One of the best kept secrets in Northern Virginia is that you do not have to be a member of the military - or have any sort of military connection for that matter - to use one of the area's many beautiful officers' clubs for your wedding reception.

Known for its beautiful gardens, historic Oatlands Plantation has a great Fall date still available - book it and save $1000!

Gorgeous scenery, delicious food, and a country chic pavilion. Marriott Ranch has October 18th available due to rescheduling of the Gold Cup Races. Special pricing for this day!