The Best Wedding Vendors in Alexandria, VA

The Best Wedding Vendors in Alexandria, VA

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Alexandria, VA

Larissa Wedding Designs LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Larissa Wedding Designs is a professional, creative, and unique event planning service. My experience will help make your event a success, and ensure you can enjoy every moment. I am originally from Brazil and value different cultures, background, and artistic expression. I started my own business to help others with the important wedding planning and event coordination details. I want to build a strong relationship with you to ensure that I understand your needs, and we can communicate even the smallest details about your vision for the events.

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Larissa Wedding Designs LLC was the best choice we made for our wedding planning. Larissa's attentive communication style and dedication to the details made us feel relaxed and able to enjoy our special day. Larissa was on top of every detail, and her experience was evident in the fact that everything was better than we had envisioned. Larissa's professionalism and responsiveness throughout the planning process ensured that our wedding day went off without a hitch. We are so grateful to Larissa and her team for making our wedding dreams a reality.
Glenn C., 7 months ago
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Christine Reed Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Alexandria, VA
  • Offer

I specialize in wedding and engagement photography that’s all about capturing the real, candid moments that matter most. My natural and fun style is perfect for relaxed couples who want to feel comfortable, be themselves, and enjoy their day without stiff or overly posed photos. With a creative, documentary-style approach, we focus on telling the authentic story of your celebration — from the quiet, intimate glances to the wild dance floor laughs. Whether you're planning a laid-back elopement, a lively wedding, or a heartfelt engagement session, I'll be there to preserve every genuine moment beautifully.

Christine Reed Photography was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. From start to finish, their communication was great - they were very thorough and paid close attention to every detail. Christine Reed captured our special moments perfectly and didn't miss a thing. The picture quality was amazing, and we were super happy with how all of our photos turned out. She truly didn't miss a moment, and we couldn't be more pleased. Highly recommend Christine Reed Photography for your special day!
Linda T., 2 months ago
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Jessica Rabelo Photos 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Alexandria, VA
  • Offer

Hi, its Jessica, I am a couples and wedding photographer based in Virginia. My clients are so special that they find themselves a friend for a lifetime, not just another wedding vendor. I take time to know you! I love learning about your love story, the proposal, etc. I am hopeless romantic, so I will probably shed a tear at every wedding I attend or photograph.

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We decided to go with Jessica for our engagement photos and wedding photos. She was amazing and did not disappoint! She made the process so easy, helped guide us with questions, ideas and her own personal experience. She is super bubbly and so easy to get along with she made the photography process so comfortable for us! — All of our final products look amazing!! Ps. Stephanie our second photographer for the day was also great!
Mr. & M., 7 months ago
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Jan Galvan Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

My name is Jan Galvan, and I’m a Film and Digital Photographer based in Maryland, USA. With over ten years of experience, I specialize in capturing moments with both film and digital photography. While I call Maryland home, I frequently work in Washington, D.C., and Virginia, and I’m always available to travel wherever you need me! I'm all about capturing the magic of your big day in the most beautiful, authentic way possible. From the whispered promises to the joyful tears and every heartfelt moment in between, I'm there to capture the essence of your special day and turn it into cherished memories that you can hold onto forever.

Jan was a phenomenal addition to our wedding day. We hired him off a recommendation of a friend of a friend and we are very grateful! He was calming and professional in helping us prep for the day and captured so many memories day of! Our entire family is grateful for all the moments he captured both on digital and film. His documentary style allowed for photos that reflected the fun and love of the day and evening with friends and family. He also turned around the photos very quickly and provided access to download the photos online. Highly recommend!
Courtney C., 6 months ago
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Le Chateau de Crystale Events 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Glamming up our beautiful MD/DC/VA community, Le Chateau de Crystale Events provides custom blooms and the finest designs for the upper echelon of society. Whether it be idyllic weddings, unique corporate events or any memorable milestone that you are celebrating, our specialized team understands that no two events are the same. We love to work with couples in order to create bespoke botanical creations that flawlessly showcase their one-of-a-kind love stories. We contract our services weekly to the White House and apply the same level of top-shelf quality and care to your special event. Let's create something magical together!

Katy did an absolutely incredible job with our wedding florals. We provided her a few inspiration pictures of the look that we were going for and she took it from there and designed the arrangements to perfection. Katy was very flexible and easy to work with, even when we made some super last minute changes (to include the boutonnieres, which we had completely forgotten about until days before the wedding). On the wedding day, Katy stuck around hours after setting up the arrangements to make sure everything was perfect when our vendors flipped the room from the ceremony to reception. This speaks volumes to Katy's dedication to her clients. Thank you Katy!
Kristi, a year ago
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Andrea Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,995
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

As a visual storyteller, I’m here to document your love and family story. My vision is for each hand-edited photo to bring you right back to each heartfelt moment that you experienced with those closest to you. Together, let's create timeless, warm, and genuine editorial imagery that truly reflect your dream wedding day. I will be there to bring your dream photos to life, and also discreetly capturing the raw and authentic moments as they naturally unfold.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had an incredible experience with Andrea Jane Photography in August 2023! Andrea captured every moment beautifully and made us feel at ease and it really came through in the pictures. The photos are absolutely stunning and will be cherished forever. Andrea’s professionalism and creativity truly exceeded our expectations, and this won’t be the last time we see her. We had one shot to get this right and couldn’t have been happier with the outcome. Highly recommended!
Tiffany G., 2 years ago
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Luvidastudio 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

The captivating art of photography has always fascinated me, and its ability to transcend language barriers and unite people on a deeper level is truly remarkable. Photography is my way of telling unique stories of love and connection. When it comes to wedding photography, I am constantly drawn to capturing the true essence of every moment and making it tangible. I infuse every image with a touch of fashion and my distinct perspective, crafting a timeless and exquisite collection that will allow you to relive those precious moments for years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hamid and his wife Farah are one of the best that i worked with. They are so professional and know what to do and how to work it out. I’m looking forward to work with them again in the future for my family. Farah has such a sweetheart personality and Hamid is a very understanding person. I advise all couples to work with them. If i could do my wedding again i will choose them again and again ️
Zharaa A., 7 months ago
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Ash to Oak 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

As owner and Lead Designer for Ash to Oak Floristry, I believe flowers are an invitation to engage with beauty that transforms mundane moments into deep delight. It is our joy to bring them to you! Our team will provide seasonal, garden inspired floral design perfect for your wedding day!

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What an amazing experience working with Avery and the Ash to Oak team! From our very first meeting, Avery was professional, kind, and clearly very knowledgeable about wedding florals. She took our minimal suggestions and created a beautiful design that was exactly what we’d envisioned. The communication throughout the planning process was easy and she made modifications as requested and worked with us around our budget to make sure we still got what we wanted. The florals day of the wedding were so beautiful and exactly as we had discussed early in the planning stages! The team that delivered the bouquets, set up the gorgeous ceremony arch, and table settings were professional, talented, and did everything with a huge smile that made the day even that more special. We appreciate the care and effort that went into creating the floral pieces! We highly recommend working with Avery and Ash to Oak for your wedding or other event needs! Thank you so much for making the process so easy and the day so incredible!
Jennifer M., 2 years ago
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O'Neil Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

At O’Neil Events, we specialize in planning refined, personalized weddings for modern couples in DC and NYC. Whether you're balancing a full-time job or planning from afar, we step in with expert guidance, a calming presence, and meticulous attention to detail—so you can truly enjoy your engagement and wedding day.

From the moment we booked O'Neil Events, we knew we were in amazing hands. Colleen and her team were incredibly professional, attentive, and caring throughout the entire planning process. They worked efficiently to create an individualized and organized experience for us. Colleen connected with us regularly to ensure we had an effortless planning experience, and our day-of coordinator, Yvi, was simply phenomenal - she brought us appetizers and made sure we had a moment to ourselves when we really needed it. I cannot recommend Colleen and her team at O'Neil Events highly enough!
Amy B., 2 months ago
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Spirit Fire Life Ceremonies 

5.0

  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Rev. Elle Sojourner is a Certified Life Cycle Celebrant™, Teacher, and Author. As the owner of Spirit Fire Life Ceremonies, she crafts rituals and ceremonies for regular folks with extraordinary souls. Although she is formally educated and trained, life, love, and experience have been her most profound masterclass. She helps others grow in love through weddings, funerals, and Soul Circles­™. Elle delights in life’s joys, including her son, turtle, and dog. And she keeps her cup full with nature, music, laughter, and dance.

My husband and I were lucky enough to have our April 2024 wedding officiated by Elle at spirit fire life. As we are an interfaith couple; we wanted someone who would not mind incorporating spiritual beliefs into our ceremony keeping this in mind. We reached out to Elle a couple months ahead of our wedding and she encouraged us to set up a zoom call with her to figure out if she would be the right fit for wedding day. Well, we were so impressed from the start on everything that she brought to our call that we immediately emailed her following our discovery call to book her services. Throughout the process, Elle was kind, collaborative, and extremely professional. She was patient with us getting information to her and provided great resources to help us throughout the wedding planning process that I quite frankly never thought about. She continued to be a guiding light throughout our planning process and suggested we meet to talk through my thoughts regarding our unity ceremony. On our call she so eloquently stated something along the lines of: “sometimes it’s easier to have someone else make a decision for you when you are making so many of them.” As a result, I am positive our unity ceremony was perfectly executed thanks to Elle. She brought this level of poise and professionalism to our wedding ceremony and made our day even more wonderful than I ever could have anticipated! We are so grateful that we were able to have Elle as a member of our wedding day team.
Shawna, 3 months ago
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Elaine Li Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Hi, I am Elaine. I am a photographer based in Washington, DC and the surrounding VA and MD areas. When I know that my clients are happy about the pictures I've taken and edited, I know that my art is finally seen and my dream is finally coming true.

Awarded Best of Zola
Elaine Li Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was clear, concise and professional, which put us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of the wedding, Elaine and her team knew exactly how to capture us in the best light, using the background and angles to get the most beautiful, natural-looking shots. Elaine had a wonderful ability to make me feel the most beautiful and comfortable in front of the camera, gently guiding me into the perfect poses. The final photos are stunning and we are thrilled to have such wonderful memories of our special day. We highly recommend Elaine Li Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Evelyn J., 9 months ago
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HM Floral Designs 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Hi! My name is Hailey and I am lead designer and owner of HM Floral Designs! We are a small women owned business located in Arlington Va! We specialize in dreamy wedding florals and bespoke wedding design!

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Hailey at HM Floral Designs is an incredibly talented florist, and I could not recommend her enough!!! She did the florals for our wedding day and absolutely CRUSHED every part of it. We had her do bouquets, corsages, boutonnieres, an arch piece, aisle runners, bud vases for the center pieces, and a few other random bouquets, and each one was so beautifully crafted with such care an intention and it showed. AND she does not cost one trillion dollars like many other wedding florists. On our initial call she told me she was a wedding florist for working girlies and I can 100% attest to that statement! If you're looking for a wedding florist look no further! Hailey will make magic out of any vision you give her and will do it with the biggest smile on her face. She is so easy to work with and worked so hard for us on our wedding day.
Caitlyn, 8 months ago
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Exclusively Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

With our widely respected and talented team, we take entertainment seriously, providing the very best in DJs, Musicians, and Lighting. At EE, we take great pride in the values and philosophy by which we operate, as well as the promises we pledge to all our clients. Most importantly, we conduct ourselves with the utmost level of professionalism and are fully committed to our core values. Simply put, with the highest standard of customer service and the expertise and experience of our entertainment professionals, we are among the highest-rated DC entertainment companies to call upon when you want to make your event unique, fun, and memorable!

Awarded Best of Zola
We worked with several vendors for our wedding and one stood high and tall among the others. Exclusively Entertainment was a real joy to work both in getting prepped for the wedding , but also during the wedding. Lighting and entertainment were both fantastic. Highly, highly recommend EE for anyone looking to work with a professional, high quality company who truly cares about the outcome of their service and its impact on the people they touch.
Susy and F., 4 years ago
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Karma’s Kreations Artistry 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 2
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

My name is Aubrielle, a professional makeup artist with over 7 years of experience specializing in bridal glam that’s timeless, radiant, and undeniably you. I believe every bride deserves to feel like the most elevated version of themselves on their wedding day. With a deep passion for enhancing natural beauty and a background in both glam and editorial artistry, I create looks that not only photograph beautifully but last from your first look to the final dance. I ensure bringing a calming presence, precise artistry, and a genuine love for what I do. Let’s make magic together—request a quote and let’s bring your vision to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Karma's Kreations Artistry was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our initial consultation, they were attentive to our needs and vision, asking thoughtful questions to ensure they could deliver exactly what we wanted. On the day of, the team was prompt and professional, arriving early to set up and ensuring our bridal party and family looked their absolute best. The quality of their work was truly awesome - our makeup and hair looked flawless in photos and held up beautifully throughout the entire event. We received so many compliments from our guests on how great everyone looked. Karma's Kreations Artistry helped make our special day feel that much more special, and we highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Nekaybaw P., 8 months ago
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The Country Club of Fairfax 

5.0

Fairfax, VA
  • Venue
  • Up to 220 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Country Club of Fairfax is nestled in the lush, rolling hills of Northern Virginia. You and your guests will find themselves immersed in the vivid golf greens and classically-style clubhouse, creating the perfect backdrop for an elegant wedding. The Country Club of Fairfax provides your guests with picturesque surroundings while they are entertained in the Grand Ballroom that overlooks the full-length veranda and greenery below. The Grand Ballroom can host up to 300 guests and is decorated with touches of timeless elegance. The clubhouse features two additional event spaces, the ideal background for your cocktail hour or bridal suite. The Country Club at Fairfax has over 156 acres of beautiful landscape, making the options for your next event endless. With dedicated event planners and on-site catering, there's no doubt your experience here will be as easy as a warm Northern Virginia breeze.

From the moment we booked our event at The Country Club of Fairfax, the communication with their team was amazing, strong, thoughtful, and timely. Claire, Paola, and Lindsay made an incredible team that was always available to answer our questions and help us with any last-minute changes. The venue itself is open, bright, inviting, beautiful, and has a lovely traditional feel that was perfect for our special day. The staff working our event went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly and our guests had an amazing time. You truly can't go wrong booking your event here - we highly recommend CCF!
Hannah, 5 months ago
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XoXo Cake Boutique, LLC 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

What started as a hobby has turned into my passion. My mom was my inspiration to begin turning my hobby into my dream job. I am self taught and have learned on the way how to perfect my edible art. Originally I branded as XoXo Cupcakes as cupcakes are what began my buttercream journey. I decided to reband our name to XoXo Cake Boutique to include the expansion of my business. XoXo Cake Boutique offers a variety of wedding cakes/cupcakes, special event cakes/cupcakes, and dessert bars featuring cake truffles, chocolate covered strawberries, cream puffs, and mini cupcakes. We specialize in custom flavors and decorative custom designs.

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I had a wonderful experience working with XoXo Cake Boutique, LLC for my wedding. Their communication was quick and easy throughout the process, making the cake tasting a breeze. The quality of their work was exceptional - the cake not only looked beautiful, decorated with the flowers from our wedding, but it tasted delicious as well. I would highly recommend XoXo Cake Boutique to any couple looking for a talented and reliable wedding cakes & desserts vendor.
Marissa G., 8 months ago
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Sienna Turecamo Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

With an aesthetically discerning approach Sienna focuses on reveling in the artistry and refined beauty of each moment of your wedding day. Sienna is rooted on the East Coast of the United States and serves the Globe. She has been named an inspiring female entrepreneur and artist, published in BRIDES magazine, Business Insider magazine, People magazine and she has been a featured artist on PBS's television series Artistic Encounters, along with many other publications.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sienna captures such beauty using film to photograph the event. She is a lovely person inside and out! She truly creates art with her photography. I have worked with Sienna many times and have seen her talent and professionalism. She has become more than a vendor I like to work with to a friend. You would be lucky to have her photograph your event!
MaryAnn Blooms, 3 years ago
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Cherry Hill Ballroom 

5.0

College Park, MD
  • Venue
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $7,000

Cherry Hill Ballroom is an event space located in the heart of Cherry Hill Park, an RV park and family campground. Please note: our event hours are 9am-9pm (we do not run events later than 9pm). With a variety of options for decor, food service, and layout, we offer you the flexibility you need to throw the event of your dreams. With 3,600 square feet, suspended hardwood floors, grand ceilings, a balcony, and a fireplace, our ballroom accommodates up to 150 people for dinner, dancing, and wedding ceremonies. Our ballroom also features several side rooms - set up a dressing room, photo booth, or cocktail bar! We offer outdoor ceremonies in the Arbor. Our wedding package includes a comprehensive decor package as well as the use of our commercial kitchen. You can set up catering or BYOB your event. If you've got a vision, we'd love to be a part of it. We've had fun over the years arranging carriage and tractor rides, log cabin packages, and more.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Designed for grand celebrations

Venue considerations

  • Requires outside catering services
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not provide event staff
Awarded Best of Zola
This venue is stunning and that's what attracted me initially. It has everything you need and will customize the decor. It was so beautiful on the day of the wedding. I love the chapel look to make it feel like church. There is a full service kitchen, good bathrooms, and a nice changing room location.
Ariel B., 9 days ago
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Maryland's DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Maryland’s DJ: Best Parties in DC, Maryland, & Virginia. We strive to create experiences that exceed your vision. We are: 🎶 Masters of the Mood 💗 🎉 Paragons of the Party ✨ 🕺 Guardians of Good Times 💃 That is to say… Our specialty is making your event unforgettable. We have a proven process, professional training, and premium equipment. Our DJs are better than the competition and their tools are too. We offer everything you need to make your event a success! Our event services: Wedding DJs Corporate DJs Event Lighting Photo Booths

For bride and grooms to be - do yourself a favor and look no further, seriously! Jordan was amazing during the entire planning process, he always replied in a timely manner and made every little request I had seem like no biggie and made it happen! He provides access to an online portal (extremely cool!!) which gives you the opportunity to give him a general idea of the type of music you want and keeps things extremely organized...Now more importantly, he literally had the crowd on the dance floor the ENTIRE time... and I’m not exaggerating. (People were texting me days later that they’re sore from dancing the whole night!) He is able to read the crowd and deliver. Its been a few months since the wedding and I STILL receive compliments about the DJ - how incredible the music was and how awesome his lighting work was. If you want the best of the best, you’ve found it!!
Raquel and C., 5 years ago
Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium 

5.0

Washington, DC
  • Venue
  • Up to 620 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $22,275

The Andrew Mellon Auditorium stands, without question, among the very finest classical buildings in America. The gilded auditorium and lobbies are among the nation's most magnificent interiors. With its stunning columns and classic styling, over 10,000 square feet of indoor space, and a gorgeous balcony with impressive views of the city, the Andrew Mellon Auditorium is a premier location for conferences, galas and receptions. The venue fee is $22,275 for under 599 guests, and $22,800 for 600-1000 guests, and that includes the building rental and support costs, as well as off-site scanning of your vendor vehicles, security for your load in/out and one set of front doors for guest entrance. When hosting at the Mellon, you will need to work with one of our approved vendors to supply all of your event needs (catering, rentals, décor, valet, ect.).

Why you'll love this venue

  • Space for a large guest list
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Multiple event spaces

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • Limited cleanup and setup services
  • Lighting and sound are not included
An elegant setting with the capability of hosting various sizes and style of events. The openness of the space allows great flexibility for set -up and the lobby, third floor terrace and green rooms offer great options for Pre-function Cocktails, VIP meet and greets and speaking holding areas. Unusual for Washington the space is available at any time and any day which allows for great flexibility for set up and actual event time. The Mellon is nicely situated -Located near many of DC"s attractions and hotels and access is easy from all DC areas as well as Suburban Virginia and Maryland.
Joel Wolke, 5 years ago
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Remembered Events 

4.5

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $399
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Our team firmly believes in 'team work makes the dream work'. From the moment that you join the Remembered Family, you will be interacting and working along side our skilled team members to bring your vision to life.

Working with Amanda at Remembered Events is always an absolute pleasure! As the owner of Simply Southern Weddings and Events by Tara, based in the Virginia Beach area, we frequently have brides who are planning their big day in the DC area. Without hesitation, we rely on Amanda and her team to provide exceptional service, and they never disappoint. Our couples are consistently 100% happy with the care and attention to detail they receive from Remembered Events. Amanda’s professionalism, creativity, and genuine love for what she does make her an invaluable partner. The seamless collaboration between our teams ensures that every wedding is not only beautiful but also stress-free for our clients. We truly cherish our partnership with Remembered Events and look forward to many more successful collaborations in the future!
Tara, 10 months ago
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Veux Beauty (Hair and Makeup) 

4.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 20
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

A luxury beauty experience for the modern woman! My beauty philosophy is simple, "When you look good you feel good. When you feel good you do better".I started Nina Renee beauty because I believe that we all deserve to have the celebrity-style beauty experience of our dreams. As a high-end makeup artist servicing some of Washington DC's most prestigious residents for over eight years, I always found it hard to find my "Glam team".

Awarded Best of Zola
My experience was nothing short of incredible! Hair and makeup was one of the most important vendors to me so when I saw the work that the Veux team produced I knew that I needed to book. They checked in on my several times during the process and really worked with me to narrow down my ideas. I am extremely happy with my wedding day results and I encourage any bride reading this to invest in this service. They are everything that they say more.
Mackayla T., 2 years ago
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Carla Pressley - Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist 

4.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

I’m Carla Pressley and I do hair and makeup! I’m a mixed African American/Korean chick born the year of the DOG in July which makes me a fiercely loyal sentimental Cancer. I also talk to most dogs and have been the proud mother to two Jindo dogs. I laugh EXACTLY like my two brothers, TRY eating vegan most of the time, LOVE yoga, and tear up EVERY time dads see’s the bride for the first time.

When I was looking for a hair and makeup artist, I wanted someone who I felt confident could help me decide the look for my wedding and come up with options for my naturally curly hair. However, I knew the deciding factor would be whether I felt confident that the artist could make every member of my bridal party that was diverse (in terms of race, disability, and LGBTQ) bridal party look and feel beautiful. Carla's portfolio showed me that she really lives her values of inclusion and I booked her with full confidence after our phone consultation the day after my inquiry. She gave me different options for the schedule for either just her or her and a team. I ended up going with the option of her and her team to not start so early and have a more efficient schedule. I was right to place my trust in her and the team she works with! I did a trial a couple weeks before my wedding, which I cannot recommend highly enough. It was definitely one of the most fun experiences of the entire wedding planning process! Carla spent a few hours with me trying different looks based on my inspiration photos and the vibe of my dress. I left so excited and knowing I had options I liked based on how I was feeling and the weather. On my wedding day she and her team were fantastic and executed flawlessly and made everyone comfortable on what was a hectic morning. My mother hadn't worn makeup since her wedding almost 40 years ago. My sister and maid of honor is also autistic with intellectual disabilities and had never worn makeup but wanted to be included (and look like a princess!) Carla and her team (special shoutout to makeup artist Mong!) were so patient and understanding and put them both at ease, which I appreciated so much. My other bridesmaids had a wonderful experience with makeup artist Nas as well. In terms of myself, I can say without question I've never felt more beautiful and glamorous but still myself than I did on my wedding day. Carla came with us to the church and fixed my veil that blew off during my first look and touched up everyone before we walked down the aisle. The look stayed the whole day and my hair held through the dip in our first dance into the after party. Going with Carla for hair and makeup was easily one of the best decisions I made in wedding planning and I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Meghan H., 10 months ago
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Makeup by Mimi Tran 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 5
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

I've been a professional makeup artist for over 10 years and currently a Makeup Specialist for CHANEL, specialize in bridal and special occasions. I have been featured in Instyle and Washingtonian magazine, and my work has been published like Washingtonian Wedding, Virginia Bride, and Modern Luxury Weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mimi was great to work with! She is professional, super easy to communicate with and does an amazing job. I've never felt prettier than when she did my makeup for my friends wedding and my engagement photos. I can't wait for her to do my wedding day makeup!
Kathleen L., 5 years ago
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Pull Up Bar 

5.0

  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $1,050
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Pull-Up Bar is a fully equipped craft cocktail bar ready to be transported to any location. It’s custom design includes a 32in LED display, underlit bar top, and sanitation station as well as over 50 years of experience across 12 employees; providing the atmosphere and professionalism of a real bar at your event

Pull Up Bar provided exceptional bar services and beverages for our wedding. From the beginning, their team was responsive, articulate, and flexible in helping us plan the perfect bar setup for our event. Their professional, elegant, and experienced approach was evident in every aspect of their work. They quickly and efficiently set up and broke down the bar, allowing the rest of our wedding to flow seamlessly. Pull Up Bar also worked closely with our budget to ensure we received great value. We couldn't have been happier with their contribution to making our special day so memorable.
Kal T., a month ago
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Luxy Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Photography register moments for generations to come. It documents lives. It brings you back to the past. It reminds you of how you were feeling at the time those images were taken. This is why I love it so much. And the whole reason why I created “Luxy”. My goal is to help our clients feel the same way I do when I look at photographs of my life. The immense joy and pleasure of knowing that I - as everyone else - have a story to tell!

Awarded Best of Zola
Tai did our wedding photos and they came out lovely. She was perfect for our budget and didn’t disappoint. My husband and I are long distant as I am so grateful to have these photos to look at while he is away for the next 4-8 months. Thank you, Tai!
Sabrina, 2 years ago
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JILLI - Jewish Institute for Liefelong Learning and Innovation 

5.0

  • Officiant
  • Offers 4 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Rabbi Lia Bass is an innovative Jewish leader who believes that Judaism is a spiritual way to respond to the joys and sorrows of being human. She knows that to engage fully with our tradition, creativity and a listening heart are key ingredients. She is a compassionate listener that believes in the power of rituals to help people connect with the tradition, God, and the community. She prides herself in responding to the needs and the desire of interfaith couples, LGBTQ folks, different family configurations, and new and older people as they search to incorporate the Jewish tradition as a relevant part of their lives.

We feel very lucky to have decided on Rabbi Lia Bass from the Jewish Institute of Lifelong Learning and Innovation, as our wedding officiant, and we can’t recommend her highly enough. Rabbi Lia was accommodating and responsive, quick to reply to emails, and most importantly, helped us shape a ceremony that truly reflected who we are as a couple. She arranged virtual meetings with us every week in the time leading up to the wedding. She presented us with a range of options for the different components of the ceremony, offering various translations and interpretations of traditional texts, and explaining the meaning and significance behind each ritual. She encouraged us to choose what resonated with us, and was respectful and accepting of all our decisions. Rabbi Lia made our ceremony personal and meaningful. We are so grateful to have had her as our officiant — she helped make our wedding day truly memorable!
Carla and P., 4 days ago
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Pie Gourmet 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $60
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

We specialize in homemade artisan pies made with fresh locally sourced produce. We believe the rich natural flavors propelled by the perfect combination of fresh local produce and the right mix of herbs and spices are unparalleled in taste. In addition to pies, we offer a variety of desserts such as cakes, cupcakes, cookies and quiches.

Awarded Best of Zola
We ordered pies from Pie Gourmet for our reception. We wanted to save money on dessert and felt like a big fancy cake might break the bank. We were so happy we found Pie Gourmet and we were able to provide our guests a variety of pie flavors to choose from. The staff was highly professional and communication was super clear from the start. They worked with our budget and went above and beyond!
Brendan and H., a year ago
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Laura Louise Events & Design 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Alexandria, VA

Born and raised in Maryland, and will forever be a Maryland girl at heart. I relocated to Virginia in 2015 after graduating from the University of Maryland, College Park (GO TERPS). I started my planning journey in college, planning my sorority's events, along with various corporate and charity events. After graduation, I started shadowing wedding planners in the industry, learning the ever-changing world that we call wedding planning, and the rest is history! I love making couples dreams a reality!

Laura made our dreams come true! She saved us from a disaster with one of our vendors and found us an incredible florist one month before the wedding. She made everything look so beautiful at both the ceremony and the reception. She understood our vision and executed it to perfection! I was afraid to bother her with overcommunicating, but Laura put my fears to rest and was there for me, met with me multiple times prior to the wedding, and made sure I was happy and comfortable! We are sooooo thankful for Laura!
Marina Guirguis H., 3 years ago

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