The Best Wedding Vendors in Gaithersburg, MD

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Baden's Bakery

5.0

Cakes & desserts
Starts at $7
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Hi, I'm Amanda! I founded Baden's Bakery in 2020, but I have been baking since I was young. Baking has always been a passion of mine, and I am excited to share it with you! Whether you are looking for a traditional wedding cake or a modern dessert bar with an assortment of treats, we are here to make your special day sweeter!

“Amanda is phenomenal! She created a small cutting cake as well as three different flavors of cupcakes for our wedding and everyone loved them! Our guests could not stop talking about how delicious the cupcakes were! From start to finish, the entire process of hiring Amanda was an absolute breeze, from the cake tasting to our wedding day!”

Lynne G., a year ago

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Lindsay King Photography

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $4,500
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

We are a passionate and creative husband and wife photography team who have a serious soft spot for documenting love stories. The big and little moments in life matter and we believe that everyone deserves to have photos that remind them of all the joy, tears, laughter, and adventure that surrounded them on the most momentous days in their life.

“Lindsay and Greg have been a pleasure to work with so far! My fiance had them there to photograph our proposal and I liked them so much that we booked them for our engagement and wedding sessions as well. We are both slower to open up type of people and Lindsay and Greg have been really easy to talk to. We didn't feel awkward and were comfortable with them. We have some beautiful photos and everyone has complimented their work. I can be anxious, but Lindsay has been really easy to work with. She has a calm presence and I really like how she's set me at ease! Lindsay and Greg targeted their work to match things that we wanted to incorporate. I shared some Pinterest images with Lindsay and she saved them and actually posed us in them during our session! I offhandedly mentioned one of my favorite shots from our proposal during our engagement shoot and they came up with something so cute to do that matched the vibe of that right then and there! I also was honest with Lindsay about poses I didn't like up front and she made sure to pose me in a way that I felt like allowed me to be more confident and comfortable. We can't wait to see what they can do at our wedding!”

Taylor W., 6 months ago

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Michelle Jones Photography

5.0

Photographer
Classic style
Starts at $6,000
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Hi, friend! I am a wedding & family photographer serving Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, and worldwide. I value inclusion, authenticity, and photographing couples and their families in a genuine and beautiful way. I support love in all its forms and am an Equally Wed Pro LGBTQ+ Certified Inclusive Professional. I treat all clients with respect and empathy, and will tell your love story with beautiful, timeless images.

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Michelle as our wedding photographer. She captured not only the two days of our wedding weekend but also our bridal shower and engagement shoot, and we are beyond thrilled with the results. Michelle’s kindness and thoughtfulness shone through in every interaction. She truly cared about us and always put us first, making sure we felt comfortable and supported throughout the process. From the very first meeting, Michelle embraced our untraditional approach to our nuptials and celebrations! She took the time to understand our vision and priorities, and her attention to detail ensured that every moment we cared about was perfectly documented. Her professionalism and skill are unmatched. Whether it was the candid emotions of the bridal shower, the intimacy of our engagement shoot, or the grand celebrations of our wedding weekend, Michelle captured it all with a keen eye and an artistic touch. The photos are stunning and timeless, each one telling a story and bringing us right back to those special moments. What truly set Michelle apart was her ability to seamlessly blend into the events while still capturing every important detail. She managed to be everywhere at once without being intrusive, and her calm demeanor was a steadying presence during such a busy time. She was a safe face/person that weekend for sure! We are so grateful to Michelle for not only her work but the friendship we have created with her! She gave us memories we will treasure for a lifetime, and we couldn’t recommend her more highly. If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also genuinely cares about her clients, Michelle is the one!”

Tisha J., 6 months ago

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Cloud & Rae Studio

5.0

Beauty professional
Team of 2
Starts at $110
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

We believe that every person deserves to feel confident and beautiful. With over 3 of experience in the beauty industry and a passion for creativity, we are dedicated to making your beauty dreams a reality.

“I found Cloud & Rea here on Zola after initially deciding not to do professional hair and makeup and am so glad that I reached out to them. Claudia was very responsive throughout the process before the wedding and clearly communicated with me as far as pricing, scheduling, advice before the day of, and timelines for getting ready. I had a late morning wedding and needed to have services for 4 of us and she came through like a champ and was able to get us looking perfect for the rest of the day. 3 of us are in our 40’s and my stepmom is in her 60’s and Claudia was able to do 4 completely different looks on us, none of which looked caked on or heavy. I really appreciated that she was able to work with different skin types and facial features, making all of us feel beautiful. I did do two makeup trials due to being indecisive on what I wanted for my final look. I knew I didn’t want it too bridal with the focus on my eyes and by working through my vision with Claudia I ended up with an amazing final product the day of my wedding. The first trial also included a hair trial that I was happy with but due to a scheduling conflict we ended up having our hair done by Artistry by Kelsea.”

Aislinn D., a year ago

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Shining Time Wedding

5.0

Planner
Offers 7 services
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

We are a wedding planning, floral and design company. We want to become a part of your team to make your wedding or events that speak your styles. We offer wedding and events design, floral, decoration, planning and coordination services. We also source and handmake personalized wedding and events decors and gifts to make the best events and wedding details impression and wow your guests and attentees. From design to execution, Shining Time Wedding team is flexible to work with. We can collaborate with you only on creating the design, or continue to build the momentum to make your vision comes true on your wedding or event day.

“We took on a lot of planning ourselves, and hired Rina to be our day of coordinator--or really month of coordinator--and out of all of our planning decisions, hiring Rina was one of the best decisions we made. Ahead of our first call, we sent a long document outlining the ideas we had--which she looked through and gave us useful feedback on as we considered what support we needed most. We had some unique ideas for how to do things our own way--and it was also clear from our conversation, that while Rina knows how to do a "textbook" wedding--she also knows how to listen to clients to help them make their unique vision a reality, even if that requires some creative thinking, crafting, or problem solving. When we did our venue walkthrough a month before the event, we sent Rina another long document, floorplan, and schedule the day before--and she once again arrived familiar with all of it. She had crucial suggestions, important questions we hadn't thought of, and proved again she was the right person to help us get prepared for the big day. That pattern repeated once more at rehearsal which was very efficient! The day of our wedding, Rina was punctual, professional, and in expert control running the show we had put together. She had already connected with all of our vendors, reviewed all the decorations we designed and how they set up, and was fully familiar with the timeline. When the inevitable surprises popped up, she was quick to roll with the punches--in a way that kept our plans on track! The entire event was not just beautiful, unique, and exactly the vibe we had envisioned--but it was also EXACTLY ON SCHEDULE, from set up to the paper lantern send off at the end! We are thoroughly impressed, and can't recommend Rina highly enough! She was our not so secret weapon. Let her be yours too! And make no mistake, while we had Rina as our month-of-coordinator--we would have absolutely hired Rina to take on the entire thing if we hadn't enjoyed planning so much (and even then, we couldn't have finished the plans without her input!). I will also say, having planned so much ourselves, it really made it very personal to us that the schedule we made, the decorations we crafted, and the timeline we envisioned were faithfully executed. It was so personal, that I thought it would be hard to hand off our cherished plan to someone else. Who could know it as well as us or care as much? But every conversation with Rina made letting go easy, because it was so clear she was listening to us, and understanding us. There is no one else we would've trusted with our plan except Rina.”

Ryan M., 4 months ago

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RSVP Catering

4.8

Caterer
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

RSVP Catering promises to bring your dream wedding to life with a harmony of flavors that create a lasting impression. Our exquisite attention to detail, flawless execution and imaginative cuisine make every wedding experience as unique as the couples themselves. Congratulations on your engagement and thank you for making us part of your special day.

“Melissa and Casey and the rest of the team at RSVP were wonderful to work with! We ended up needing a few tastings because my husband and I have certain dietary preferences and RSVP went above and beyond to accomodate those while also making us feel like we had options that were well thought through and delicious! We eat mostly plant based and while most caterers had made us feel like this was difficult and they could not accomodate this, RSVP offered us numerous options and the capability to modify anything we wanted. It was such a wonderful experience and the food turned out incredible! We also had a few signature drinks and Melissa gave us excellent feedback and helped us really understand what amount of alcohol and other items we should be providing so that their bartenders could give our guests the best experience possible. All of the drinks were absolutely delicious and excecuted perfectly! We had so many fun details like late night french fries with vegan aoili and espresso maritinis and our guests raved about this!! Casey started off as our point of contact and she was fabulous but had to step back for personal reasons and Melissa stepped up and did a fabulous job executing everything that Casey and I had discussed! It was a seemless transition and Casey and Melissa's professionalism is certainly to be admired on a team. I also want to mention the staff at RSVP, the waitstaff and bartenders were lead by a Lead Server that also was at our tasting and he executed our vision beautifully. He knew our dietary needs and ensured we had ample food options on our table at all times while making sure that we weren't given things we couldn't eat on accident. The staff were incredibly kind, hard working, and professional. I highly recommend RSVP for both their excellent teammembers and their delicious plant based and non-plant based food options!”

Molly B., 5 months ago

Greta David Events

5.0

Planner
Offers 4 services
Starts at $2,500
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Greta has five years of event planning experience and two years of wedding-focused experience. Greta began her wedding planning career by assisting-DC area weddings and providing day-of coordination for local and out of state weddings. Greta is incredibly organized and methodical in her wedding planning process. Greta is a flexible communicator who understands that couples are planning their first wedding and need a lot of support. Greta's style is classic and traditional, but she loves adding thoughtful elements that align with trends & the couple's personality.

“Greta was absolutely amazing! Day of I had no concerns, everything was taken care of and she kept me in the loop so I could see everything coming together. She coordinated our vendors wonderfully and was a massive help wrapping up the event as well. She took care of so many details. I can’t say enough nice things.”

Madeline B., a year ago

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Chris Ferenzi Photography

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $3,600
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Hey, I'm Chris! Dog-lover, latte-lover, gym-lover, and cookie-lover I justify the cookies by going to the gym. One of my life goals is to have enough dogs (dachshunds and corgis) to create a sled team. I will use this sled team to pull myself around while shooting your wedding. I’m joking, unless you really want me to, in which maybe WE should get married.

“My husband Will and I got married in October and we planned everything together. Hands down, the easiest and best decision we made (besides going through with the marriage ;-)) was picking Chris as our photographer. He was so easy to work with from the get go. We set up a brief meeting, shared our vision (we wanted a "photojournalist approach"), and mapped out a schedule of events. Anything that we did not think to ask, he made sure to bring up and help make our vision more complete. Chris was excellent at capturing all of the tiny moments of the night without being in anyone's way. The pictures that he captured were absolutely STUNNING--the perfect amount of sentimental moments captured in beautiful lighting and silly off the cuff moments that captured the essence of each and every guest. We would work again with Chris in a heartbeat and friends have already requested his contact information for their ceremony. As an added bonus, because we did not end up using Chris for all of the allotted time, he offered to do a separate photoshoot whenever we would like. It's those little attention to details and customer service which make Chris stand out from the rest. Overall, Chris was kind, professional, quick to edit and publish photos, and an amazing photographer. You would not do wrong by hiring him!”

Will and J., 5 years ago

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Fariss Photography

5.0

Photographer
Fine art style
Starts at $1,200
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

HI, I AM FARISS the photographer, Speaks 4 languages (English, French, Arabic, and a little Spanish), the guy behind Fariss Photography. Based in Fairfax County VA, work in the DMV Area -- DC, Virginia, Maryland. I have a passion for taking beautiful, natural, professional photos, and enjoy helping people look their best in front of the camera, capturing that perfect, special moment, and creating a memory that will last a lifetime.

“We hired Fariss Photographer for our wedding in June of 2023. We absolutely love his work. We never worked with a photographer or had a photo shoot before and he made the experience wonderful. Fariss Photography set the bar so high if we ever work with another photographer they will have huge shoes to fill. We highly recommend!”

Alexia S., a year ago

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Kelly Loss Photography

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $3,700
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

What if your wedding photos showed how you felt, not just how you looked? When you choose me to photograph your wedding, we’ll sit down to figure out what photos are must-haves and how you want your day to feel. Your images will capture your day in its entirety: the spontaneous joy, the precious family photos, the experience you created for your guests. Less posing. Less fussing. More celebrating.

“Hiring Kelly was absolutely one of the best decisions that we made for our wedding and we can’t recommend her highly enough. She spent so much time getting to know us before the wedding, and our photos very clearly reflect her attention to capturing what was important to us. We really wanted to see the joy and breadth of emotions of the day and wanted photos that reflected our wedding as vibrant and loving, and that shines through in every photo!! Kelly is also so personable and brings such a wonderful energy to all parts of the process which made us feel so comfortable and so happy to have her with us! In addition to creating a photography schedule that was invaluable and that we shaped the rest of the schedule around, she made sure to note people’s accessibility needs and to work with us closely on comfort for everyone as we had a lot of access needs. She answered every question we had happily and was just such a wonderful part of our day!! She also did our engagement photos at Great Falls and they turned out just so gorgeous. I had a lot of anxiety about how I would feel about the photos as a plus size bride and Kelly listened to my concerns and made me so comfortable and I’m so so thrilled with the photos and feel gorgeous in all of them, which I'm very grateful for!”

Tory C., a year ago

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Tilbury Floral Design

5.0

Florist
Starts at $9,000
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Tilbury Floral Design is a full-service luxury wedding floral design studio based in Alexandria, Virginia. Above anything else, it is our goal to make your celebration as beautiful and memorable as possible. We are two childhood friends who love working with clients to develop the handcrafted, custom designs that will create the wedding they have always imagined. Our design styles and commitment to our clients ensure we give every client the style, quality, and personalization they deserve on their big day. We would love to hear from you! Email us to find out more information or inquire throuh our website.

“Homayra and her team at Tilbury Floral are incredible. They truly made my vision come to life and help me iterate until we landed on the perfect flowers, arrangements, and arch. Homayra created an extremely thorough and thoughtful proposal and was super easy to work with throughout the wedding planning process!”

Emma G., a year ago

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DJ D-Mac & Associates

5.0

DJ
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Based in the nation’s capital, DJ D-Mac & Associates changed the wedding DJ game nearly 20 years ago. We continue to innovate, fusing genres, filling dance floors, and bringing smiles to faces. Let's create an unforgettable experience together!

“Daryle (DJ D Mac) created the exact vibe we were craving for our wedding. After multiple postponements due to COVID, our guests were ready to dance and celebrate like never before. We asked Daryle to create a dance-club-like atmosphere where everyone could let loose—and he absolutely delivered. Every time we asked our guests what they thought of the wedding, they raved about how incredibly fun the dance floor was. From start to finish, Daryle was organized, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with. His deep understanding of mixing music and his uncanny ability to read the room and adjust to the energy were particularly impressive. We also had a few unique requests, like including a drag queen lip sync performance. Daryle coordinated seamlessly with our performer, making it a highlight of the night. He also went above and beyond to ensure our first dances were perfectly timed and elegantly handled. If you’re looking for a DJ who will elevate your event, we couldn’t recommend DJ D Mac more highly. He made our wedding unforgettable, and we’re so grateful for his talent and professionalism.”

Derrick M., 5 months ago

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Zasibna Photo LLC

5.0

Photographer
Editorial style
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

I am a passionate photographer with a keen eye for capturing the essence of moments. With years of experience in wedding photography, I combine technical expertise with creative vision to produce stunning images that tell a story.

“We hired Natalia as our wedding photographer and it was the best decision that we made! She did both our engagement and wedding photos. She is very professional, great with photo ideas/posing suggestions, and always provided edited photos on time. I’ll definitely look to hire her for other sessions later on!”

Victoria K., a year ago

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PriscillaM Beauty

4.7

Beauty professional
Team of 30
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Providing makeup and hair in DC, South Florida, Virginia, and Maryland. She loves diversity and feels that makeup is an art, and a good artist knows that each work of art should be different than the last. She loves creating new looks for each client and helping them feel confident and beautiful in their own kind of way. I feel so honored that I get to play a part in your Big Day. Every step of the way, my goal is to give you peace and confidence that you’ll carry with you far beyond the walk down the aisle.

“I loved working with PriscillaM. Danna and Anganae in particular were very talented and they brought my vision to life. They made me and my family feel very beautiful.”

Meg B., a year ago

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DJ Maskell

5.0

DJ
Starts at $3,500
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

DJ Mark Maskell is an experienced wedding DJ in the Washington DC area with a background in DC nightclubs and expertise extending far beyond simply rocking the dancefloor after dinner. In addition to DJing hundreds of weddings over 15+ years, Mark has worked extensively as a wedding coordinator and works closely with clients to ensure that the day flows smoothly.

“DJ Maskell was the life of the party at our wedding! From the moment we first spoke, his communication was clear, helpful, fun, and beyond organized. He was incredibly prompt in responding to all of our questions and requests. The quality of his work was unreal - he truly had the dance floor packed all night with his show-stopping performance that melted the house down. Mark is not just a DJ, but a professional on all fronts. He kept the party going and our guests left wanting more, all because of him. Mark is a wonderful person through and through, and a true gem. He is a must-have for your wedding, as he truly loves what he does and will stop at nothing to make sure you have the time of your life.”

Samantha G., a month ago

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Schilling Wedding Planning

5.0

Planner
Offers 7 services
Starts at $2,000
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

I am a wedding planner certified by the Wedding Planning Institute at George Mason University. I am based in Springfield, VA, and work throughout the DC, MD, and Loudoun County, VA. As a fun-loving, adventure-craving 20-something, I am also your girl for destination weddings at any spot on the globe! I discovered my passion for wedding planning while designing my own. I would get comments about how "on top of things" or "how organized," and I soon began receiving requests from other engaged couples. I quickly discovered the joy of creating that special day that people have been dreaming of their entire lives and, soon after, launched SWP.

“I cannot say enough good things about Macy! From the first call, she made my wedding planning experience so much easier. She answered all of my questions and her confidence really helped to calm my nerves. She was very responsive and available for anything I needed leading up to wedding day. When the day came, everything was executed perfectly and I didn't have to worry about a thing! I would highly recommend Macy if you're in need of a wedding planner!”

Paige T., 2 years ago

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Elle Events

5.0

Planner
Offers 4 services
Starts at $2,200
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

I’m Marielys (Mari), founder of Elle Events. I plan and design vibrant, elegant, and inclusive weddings in DC and beyond, always with a focus on meaningful details and guest-centered experiences. From full-service planning to wedding day management (aka day-of coordination), I offer expert guidance, clear communication, and a creative eye to bring your vision to life. As a native Spanish speaker and lover of culture, I specialize in celebrations that reflect your story and honor what matters most.

“Mari and her team were very professional, personable, and responsive. Throughout the whole process I knew Mari was only a text or email away to offer guidance, clarification (wedding vendors can be confusing sometimes), or even just to be a sound board for thoughts and ideas. It was also a really nice feeling to be able to trust her with everything on the day of our wedding so I could be present and enjoy the celebration. I hope to get to work with her in the future on other events. Rachel F (bride)”

Rachel F., a month ago

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Precious Pics White Glove

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $2,000
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

With over ten years of experience, Precious Pics is proud to have made many brides’ days easier to remember by producing beautiful wedding photos and films. We are professionals at everything that we do and stay connected with couples before and after the Big Day. We help with your timelines, design packages specifically for your personal needs, and never surprise you with fees or hidden expenses.

“Precious Pics White Glove was an amazing wedding photography vendor for our special day. Their communication style was very communicative. We really appreciated how their white glove concierge stayed on top of things and assisted us throughout the process. The quality of their work and value was awesome. The photos came out exactly as we wanted, and the video was even longer than we expected. Their concierge did our timeline and assisted with a lot of arrangements, providing advice that even our planner didn't give. Overall, this is a great company that I highly recommend using. They work with top photographers and have affordable prices compared to others in the area.”

Tim, 5 days ago

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Wedding Stories By Tania

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $2,500
Serves Gaithersburg, MD
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Are you getting married in DC, Northern Virginia, Maryland or in the surrounding areas? Look no farther! Wedding Stories By Tania is the award-winning wedding portfolio of Tania Hossain Photography where we make your wedding day our focus with our photography & video work.

“We interviewed several photographers for our wedding. We chose Wedding Stories by Tania because she was prepared during our chat, and she listened to what we wanted and provided recommendations. Engagement photoshoot was easy to schedule. She had preselected several locations which looked good in photos. At the wedding she had an assistance and they worked together for our shot list. After the wedding she provided the photos in a quickly, and helped us put together the album. Overall, we are very happy we chose Wedding Stories by Tania.”

Brian, a year ago

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Velada Events

5.0

Planner
Offers 4 services
Starts at $1,750
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

With a decade of experience, Geraldine brings expertise and creativity to Velada Events, helping hosts and couples create unforgettable celebrations. We blend meticulous planning with storytelling to ensure every event reflects your unique love story. A detail-driven planner, Geraldine anticipates every angle for a seamless, stress-free experience. At Velada, we balance efficiency and creativity to bring your vision to life effortlessly. More than planners, we’re true collaborators—dedicated to organization, meaningful connections, and intentional design. Above all, we craft events with purpose, creating moments that leave a lasting impact.

“Working with Velada Events was truly one of the best decisions we made during our wedding planning journey. From the very first hourly brainstorming session, Geraldine made us feel heard, understood, and completely supported. Each meeting was not only productive, but also inspiring — they helped us bring our ideas to life while offering thoughtful suggestions we never would have considered on our own. We left every call feeling more confident, more organized, and even more excited for our big day. Our wedding on February 21, 2025 was everything we dreamed of and more, and we truly believe the care and attention given to us during those hourly sessions played a huge role in that. Thank you Velada Events for helping us plan a celebration that felt perfectly us.”

Faviana, 2 months ago

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Just a Present @FilmbyXiao

5.0

Photographer
Fine art style
Starts at $1,999
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Welcome to Just a Present Visual Studio, where every moment is crafted into a lasting memory. I'm based in the DMV area, specializing in capturing life's most cherished moments through a unique lens. Follow my journey and let’s create something beautiful together.

“Xiao was the photographer for our wedding ceremony, held in a beautiful natural setting by a lake in a regional park in Maryland. Her professionalism and dedication truly shone throughout the entire event. During the ceremony, she captured all the key moments with an incredible eye for detail, ensuring we have stunning memories to cherish. After the vows and ring exchange, Xiao patiently photographed us with our friends and family, taking her time to ensure everyone looked their best. She even went the extra mile, offering creative suggestions for poses and making us feel comfortable in front of the camera. Right after, she did a solo session with my wife, producing some truly breathtaking photos. What impressed me the most was Xiao’s commitment and quick turnaround. That same evening, she began editing and sent us a preview batch of photos, which allowed us to immediately share them with loved ones. Over the following days, she continued to work on the photos, sending us additional beautiful images in batches. We couldn’t be happier with the quality of her work, and we are so grateful for her thoughtful and professional approach. We highly recommend her, and we wish her and her photography business continued success!”

Siddharth P., 9 months ago

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Darcy Troutman Photography

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $3,400
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Are you tired of scrolling through wedding websites full of photos of shoes/calligraphy/earrings/etc. and wondering where the people are? Do you love moments more than things? If yes, you're in the right place. Forget about the table settings, instead embrace spontaneous joy and honest, natural moments.

“Darcy was an absolute pleasure to work with and we LOVE our photos. She truly captured the emotions of the day and the essence of all the people we love the most. Any time i look at our photos, i find myself involuntarily smiling. She captured the classic posed photos AND the precious in-between moments where people are being their most authentic selves (the face my dad makes when he's really intently listening, the hand gestures my mom uses when she's explaining something and can't find the right words, the face my mother in law makes when she's cracking herself up, the face my father in law makes right before the tears fall, and so so many more). Not ONLY are her photos amazing, but she made us feel so relaxed on the day-of. Her style is totally unobtrusive, which is just what we needed. Darcy got such amazing photos of all our guests we put 4x6" prints in our thank you cards and people were SO appreciative. She's on fridges across America. Comments we've gotten in response to Darcy's photos: "WOW your photographer is phenomenal", "this is the best photo of us in existence", "you guys look so happy!", "I feel like the photographer really captured your personalities" If capturing joy is important to you, hire Darcy. My only regret is getting her for 7 hours instead of 9.”

Matt N., a year ago

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Aimee Custis Photography

5.0

Photographer
Classic style
Starts at $5,500
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

I'm Aimee, and I believe in wedding photos lasting forever and telling your story in a way that spans across generations. Your story might be a civil ceremony with a rainbow chuppah, just the three of us and a witness on your front porch, a gorgeous celebration with your overflowing circle of friends + family, or a traditional church ceremony like the one your parents had 40 years ago. Whatever it is, we want to capture and preserve the moments that make it special to you.

“I am a wedding planner and absolutely love working with Aimee. She won me over the first time I worked with her at a wedding with very complicated logistics and the potential for bad weather. Aimee is organized, responsive and flexible. With her vast experience she offers creative solutions to potential issues. She has developed helpful templates and information to guide couples on things like creating a photo list. When partnering or recommending vendors, I look for people who treat their clients with respect and kindness and who provide timely communication. Aimee is all that and more. On wedding day she is calm and works very hard to create gorgeous, meaningful and emotional photographs. Receiving her finished gallery is like opening a gift . As a planner who is often behind the scenes on wedding day , a gorgeous gallery of images is proof of a job well done.”

Lisa Havard, 5 years ago

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Penderview Events LLC

5.0

Planner
Offers 2 services
Starts at $1,750
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

At Penderview Events, we offer day-of coordination for weddings (among other event planning services) and we service the entire DC Metropolitan area. Check out our website to learn more; we look forward to serving you!

“From the moment I got on that first phone call with Anna, I knew she'd be our day-of wedding coordinator. Anna Holowinsky isn't just in the wedding business... she's in the business of making each of her clients feel heard, understood, and cared for. It is so evident that everything she does comes from a place of love. On the phone with Anna, there were so many times where I thought to myself, "Wow, it's just like talking to an old friend!" She's hilarious, down-to-earth, and just an incredible human to work with. Anna took the stress out of wedding planning for us and instead, made it so that we could focus on all of the day's celebrations. I'm also just so inspired by Anna and the "why" behind her entrepreneurship. As someone who values family and relationships more than just about anything, it is beyond refreshing to see that in another person. From making our venue look like something out of a fairytale, to calming me down moments before the ceremony by guiding me through grounding breathing exercises, Anna took care of it all... and took care of me, too! We are forever grateful we booked Penderview Events for our wedding day and will recommend Anna and the team to everyone looking for an honest, enjoyable, and fruitful wedding coordination experience. Look no further -- she's the best. Thank you, Anna!”

Michelle Garcia K., 5 months ago

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Royally Charmed Event Planning

5.0

Planner
Offers 3 services
Starts at $1,950
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Certified Wedding Planner serving the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia areas. We spend our time carefully crafting the moments of your big day in a way that beautifully tells the story of your love.

“Royally Charmed Event Planning was an absolute pleasure to work with at a recent wedding. They were creative in their approach, and thorough in their communication throughout the process. The team pulled together all the details seamlessly, always ready with a smile and quick to respond to any requests I had as the wedding photographer for that day. Denae, was particularly receptive to the special touches I wanted to incorporate as the photographer, ensuring everything came together beautifully for our couples special day.”

Jen Z Photography, 6 months ago

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Sarah Khan Artistry

5.0

Beauty professional
Starts at $750
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Sarah Khan Artistry provides boutique on-location bridal hair and makeup services for you and your bridal attendants. The services provided are to naturally enhance my bride's features and to customize a look that will bring your bridal vision to life!

“From the moment I booked Sarah for my wedding day, I knew I was in capable hands—but she still managed to exceed every expectation. Her professionalism, artistry, and calming presence made my bridal makeup experience perfect. Her communication is thorough and punctual. I was looking for a glam makeup look that enhanced my natural beauty without looking harsh and Sarah delivered exactly that. She listened attentively to my vision, offered thoughtful suggestions, and created a flawless look that made me feel radiant and confident. The makeup lasted beautifully throughout the day and late through the night. Even through tears, I had perfect application. I received endless compliments from guests. Sarah arrived early, prepared, and ready to make the day as stress-free as possible. Her positive energy was contagious, and she made everyone in my bridal party feel like the best version of themselves. She was able to do makeup for my mother, sisters and cousin in addition to my own. If you're searching for a makeup artist who combines skill with heart, I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah Khan. She helped make my wedding day even more special, and I will cherish the memories—and the photos—forever.”

Sarah H., 2 months ago

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Makeup And Hair By Alina Karaman, LLC

5.0

Beauty professional
Team of 20
Starts at $150
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

195+ positive reviews; in business since 2009 Insured, experienced. From 2015 Alina started adding stylists on her team and currently there are 20 stylists that can accommodate any size of a party We specialize in natural looks for those who don't wear much makeup but want to look at their best at their wedding (or any other important) day

“and her team provided hair and makeup for my wedding on October 12, and they did a wonderful job! Alina was incredibly organized and quick to respond to my questions, keeping the hair and makeup timeline on track throughout the whole process. Her team (Yvonne and Alina) were exceptional in their work for both me and my entire bridal party. Thank you to Alina and her team for making us all look and feel amazing for the wedding day!”

Emily, 6 months ago

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MiniCrop Photography, LLC

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $3,000
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

MiniCrop Photography, LLC is a minority-owned photography business located in Alexandria, VA--specializing in creating timeless weddings, engagements, and portraits digital imagery. We are committed to creating love stories of couples and the loved ones whom they love by capturing the joy and beauty of their bridal milestones.

“I can't recommend Stephanie enough. We decided at the last minute that we wanted a photographer at our small ceremony--Stephanie was able to fit us in and work with our schedule (and perhaps haphazard planning!). Day of, she arrived early and quickly set to work capturing some wonderful moments. Her presence was both joyful and calming. We are so grateful for her participation that day. AND her photos are WONDERFUL!! 3 3”

Claire O'Connor L., 6 months ago

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Fleur Beauty Studio

5.0

Beauty professional
Team of 6
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

We at Fleur Beauty Studio believe your wedding day is all about celebrating love and feeling your most beautiful self. That's why we pour our passion into creating flawless hair and makeup looks that make you shine! Fleur Beauty Studio boasts years of experience working with leading artistry teams like NARS, Charlotte Tilbury, and Laura Mercier. This translates to expert skills in color matching, foundation application, and creating show-stopping eye looks. From timeless elegance and romantic updos to trendy braids and modern makeovers, our stylists are versatile and dedicated to achieving your dream wedding day look.

“I had my bridal hair and makeup done with Mervat and Ala, as well as several bridesmaids & my mom for hair and makeup. I was especially nervous about makeup and Mervat hit the perfect balance: enough to look good in pictures, but natural enough to look like myself in person. Ala is a hair magician. They both do stunning work and they are fast!”

Emma H., a year ago

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Stephanie Dee Photography

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $5,450
Serves Gaithersburg, MD

Hi! I’m Steph, a wedding and lifestyle photographer, and I’m here for the couples who believe in rich colors and wild and care-free love. Based in the DMV, I travel often for weddings and stories in the mid-Atlantic and all over the world: I’ve photographed love from Delhi, India to Bloomington, Indiana, and everywhere in between.

“We can not recommend Stephanie enought! From our first meeting, she made us feel incredibly comfortable and at ease, allowing us to be our authentic selves. On the wedding day, she provided the perfect amount of direction. Her warm personality and professional demeanor made everything feel effortless. Stephanie didn’t just take photos; she told a story. Her ability to document the love and connection between us, our family, and our friends was remarkable. If you're looking for a photographer who will make you feel comfortable and valued while capturing stunning photos, Stephanie is the one.”

Julia, a year ago