The Best Wedding Vendors in Kensington, MD

The Best Wedding Vendors in Kensington, MD

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Kensington, MD

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Blue Sapphire Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Kensington, MD

Blue Sapphire Events is a wedding planning firm located in Falls Church, Virginia. We specialize in consulting and creating realistic wedding budgets for our clients and allocating their budget to create their desired aesthetic and guest experience.

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I am an event planner by trade, and the only thing I did not want for my wedding was to work. I did not want to plan it myself, or worry about a single detail day of. We interviewed so many planners, and Kolena stood out among the crowd. She is organized, creative, bright, and incredibly professional as well as friendly and relatable. On the day of our wedding, Kolena handled all of the set up, coordination, and tear down without bothering my husband or I with anything. She managed family, vendors, timelines, and all the day of fires with precision and grace. And at the end of the night, when I got to my room and the decor was boxed, labeled, flowers were in water, and nothing was left to be done, I actually shed a tear. Hiring Kolena was, aside from choosing my husband, the best decision I made for my wedding. You can’t put a price on ease of mind and no stress on your wedding day.
Karin K., 7 months ago
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Alyssa Monica Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,350
  • Serves Kensington, MD

Alyssa Monica Photography is an event photography company servicing Washington D.C, Maryland and Virginia. Established in 2011, Alyssa Monica Photography's preferred style of shooting events is using a photojournalism approach, capturing natural and candid images. Creativity has no limits, and the goal for all clients is to view an event album that tells a beautiful story of love from the beginning to end, full of fun and detail. Moving quickly, Alyssa captures every joyful and emotional moment, as well as all the details that go into planning the perfect wedding day or event.

I have had the pleasure of working with Alyssa on multiple occasions, and I can't recommend her enough as a photographer. Her eye for detail and ability to capture the essence of the moment are truly remarkable. Alyssa has an incredible talent for making her customers feel comfortable, which results in natural and stunning photos. Whether it's a portrait session, event photography, wedding, or something more creative, Alyssa brings a unique vision to every shot. Her professionalism, creativity, and passion for photography shine through in every image. If you're looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional results, Alyssa is the one to choose!
Angelo W., a year ago
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Heather Meadow Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Kensington, MD

The fearless Elizabeth Carberry Creative team brings over 15 years of collective experience. After having studied Art History at Dickinson College, Elizabeth went on to start her first company, an art and artist consulting firm in 2011. Pivoting her role as brand manager, creative director and marketing guru for DC area artists, Elizabeth focused on small businesses and start ups, and began applying her creative eye to photo styling and content creation. It was through the passion of styling and creating small moments of beauty that she found her love for love and desire to plan the weddings of the amazing couples that she works with.

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Elizabeth Carberry and her team are truly second to none in the wedding planning space. Back in 2019, I had met with numerous planners in DC and the stars aligned on cost, vision, and personality with Elizabeth immediately. Even before we signed on the dotted line, Elizabeth was hard at work taking the things we mentioned in our first call and setting up appointments with vendors. As it turned out, this would be an excellent indication of how thoughtful, efficient, and hardworking she and her team would be in working with us to plan our dream wedding(s) over the next few years. When the pandemic hit, we had already booked our date and many vendors but it was clear we probably weren’t going to move forward with our original date or vision, Elizabeth was so on top of rescheduling things and renegotiating on our contracts, we felt totally supported the entire time. She really went above and beyond. We started planning another version of our wedding on a rescheduled date and once again, another wave of the pandemic hit and we were out of luck again. While I’m sure Elizabeth and her team were as exhausted and frustrated as we were, they kept everything professional while also being incredibly empathetic to the situation. We canceled our second attempt at a wedding and went back to the drawing board. Third times the charm, it seems! My husband and I decided to scrap our plans for a big 200 person wedding bash in DC and have an intimate ceremony of 45 people at my parents cabin in PA. We proposed this idea to Elizabeth, knowing it was a huge pivot and trek for her, but without really any hesitation we shifted gears and started planning our new dream wedding in the mountains of PA. Within a matter of days, our contracts had been once again renegotiated with vendors who wanted to make the trip to another state and new vendors were found (a seemingly impossible task in rural PA). The day went off without a hitch and my husband and I look back on the whole process and wedding day so fondly, even with the nightmare of the pandemic. The day of, Elizabeth and her team were so incredible and efficient but stayed behind the scenes, making sure I knew they were there but not overwhelming us. The ceremony and reception were so beautiful and fun- she made our vision a reality. We woke up the next morning and everything was disassembled/organized and ready for the vendors to pick up. Of note, Elizabeth is also incredibly professional and will advocate for you with difficult vendors and make sure you’re not getting taken advantage of- you can tell she’s seasoned pro! Elizabeth and her team are the reason why, even after two foiled attempts, we have nothing but amazing memories from the wedding planning and actual day of! I recommend Elizabeth Carberry to anyone getting married- she and her team are the best of the best. Thank you for our perfect day, EC!
K&S, 3 years ago
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Madison Avenue Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $12,000
  • Serves Kensington, MD

Madison studied theatre at Virginia Tech with a capstone in event design. She has been in the Washington, DC wedding industry for six years starting as an intern and working her way up to owning her own business. She has produced weddings at a variety of DC/VA/MD venues, been seen in Washingtonian magazine, been a guest speaker at her alma mater, and leads her own team of wedding planners.

Madison and Paige helped mainly with our wedding ceremony and they were fabulous. Their communication skills made us very comfortable while we did not know where to go with the wedding planning. They were always on time for every meeting and well prepared. My officiant has done so many weddings. He complimented after the wedding rehearsal about how smooth it went and told us it was the best one and well structured. They were also very knowledgeable about what they do and had all the answers to our questions. You will know there are countless decisions that has to be made during the preparation process, and they always made it simple for us. You could tell they were experienced individuals by working with them. We enjoyed their help a lot and we would highly recommend them if anybody is looking for a wedding planner! Thank you for helping us to coordinate our wedding perfectly!
Seongjae J., 2 years ago
Gabriela Müller Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Serves Kensington, MD

I'm Gabriela Muller, a DC wedding and elopement photographer willing to travel for you anywhere in the world to capture genuine moments. If you are looking for timeless, true-to-color, romantic images, you found your gal! Let's make your memories last forever and keep your story through generations.

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Gabriela's Wedding Package was comprehensive and fully satisfied our requirements. In wedding planning, Gabi was responsive and available. It was easy to coordinate with her regarding our vision, budget, and standards. From beginning to end, Gabi was on-site, professional, and captured the special moments during our busy day. Her editing work was outstanding and we have quality photos that will last forever!
Vanessa & A., 2 years ago
Mark Joven Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Kensington, MD

Hey I’m Mark! A photographer and videographer based in Washington, DC, originally from sunny central Florida. I’ve been honored to have my personal creative work featured in Stencil Magazine and The Phoblographer. With experience ranging from Disney’s Photopass program to weddings, events, and even automotive photography, I bring a diverse skill set to every shoot. My passion for capturing moments and my technical expertise in both photography and videography ensure that each session is tailored to create timeless, captivating imagery.

We found "Mark Joven Photography" through my fiancé who worked with him before during group trips with his friends. I really liked the photos he took we booked him for our engagement photos and he did NOT disappoint at ALL! He brought two assists with him and spent 2 days taking photos for us at multiple locations of our choosing! Mark was very professional and made each day go by seamlessly! We hung out like old friends and made a day of Magic Kingdom after taking our photos at our favorite places in the park! We got all our shots back within a week of taking them and they were all so beautiful I cried! They are some of the best pictures I’ve ever had! We decided to hire him for our wedding as a videographer and backup photographer should we need him! Also his prices are SUPER reasonable and affordable! If you’re looking to book him I wouldn’t hesitate! I’m pretty sure we’re gonna use him for future milestones! Mark is definitely a 10/10 and as a former photographer myself I am VERY picky when it comes to my photography so I can say I don’t say 10/10 unless i truly mean it!!
Kenya T., 9 months ago
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Visionary Horizon Studio 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Kensington, MD

Visionary Horizon Studio is a professional photography and videography business based in San Diego, California. Originally from Ukraine, owners Oleh and Nataliia boast many years of experience in the wedding industry. Now settled in the US, they collaborate with couples all over the South, hoping to remember their special day in a collection of heartfelt souvenirs.

After nearly a year of searching for the perfect photography and videography team for our wedding, we found Nataliia and Oleh of Visionary Horizon Studio—and they exceeded every expectation we had. From the very first conversation, it was clear that they were not only incredibly talented but also deeply passionate about their craft. Their communication was impeccable, their pricing was competitive, and their attention to detail and artistic eye was beyond anything we had seen. They took the time to understand our vision and executed it flawlessly. On the day of our wedding, they worked seamlessly, making us feel comfortable and at ease with their warm and fun personalities. They blended into the day so effortlessly that we barely noticed they were there, yet somehow, they captured every single meaningful moment. When we received our photos, we were blown away. Hundreds of perfectly captured moments, each frame telling a story with stunning composition, lighting, and emotion. And then the videos—absolutely breathtaking. Every second was beautifully captured, perfectly edited, and felt like a work of art. Nataliia and Oleh have a style that is truly priceless—something you’d expect from world-renowned professionals, yet it’s a privilege that they are accessible to those lucky enough to book them. If you’re searching for the best, look no further. They will bring your vision to life and then some! Working with them was one of the best decisions we made, and we are forever grateful for the memories they have given us. 10/10 recommend—book them now!
Nadine H., 4 months ago
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United Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Kensington, MD

I believe that the best wedding photos aren’t just images—they're feelings, memories, and stories frozen in time. I specialize in capturing authentic, emotional, and timeless moments that make couples feel truly special. With a keen eye for raw emotions and genuine connections, I create a visual narrative that reflects the real magic of your wedding day. My passion is turning fleeting moments into lasting memories, so you can relive the love, laughter, and joy for years to come. Let’s tell your love story—beautifully, naturally, and just the way it happened.

I am so thankful that we chose to go with United Photography for our wedding day. Demetric was truly the best photographer that we could've asked for. We felt so comfortable around him and he made the photo taking process so smooth and effortless at our wedding! The photos were absolutely STUNNING. We could not have asked for a better experience or person to capture our special day. He was super communicative prior to the wedding and helped answer and plan for all of the questions that my mom asked him. I am so thankful that Demetric was able to capture so many amazing moments that we will cherish and be able to look back on for a lifetime. 100000% recommend to anyone looking for any type of photos to be taken! DEMETRIC IS THE BEST! He is patient, kind and was a great addition to our wedding.
Courtney G., 4 months ago
Larissa Wedding Designs LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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 Kensington, MD
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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 Kensington, MD
  • 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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Le Chateau de Crystale Events 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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!

OMG! I absolutely love Katy. From the initial appointment to determine what our vision was for the wedding and reception decor, I felt very at ease with Katy. Katy took great care to try and learn what my vision was for the wedding and how to use her expertise to create what I wanted. I liked that - and this enabled us to truly create a custom one of a kind look for our big day. Katy was kind, accommodating and responsive to emails, texts and phone calls. I would bounce things off of Katy and without hesitation, she would first clarify what my vision was, and then add her input based on her expert eye for detail, color coordination, etc. On the day of my wedding, I broke down into tears at the beautiful, dreamy atmosphere that Katy and her team had created for my spouse and I. It was literally everything thing I had dreamed of; it had the glitz, glamour, bling, sparkle, romance and more than I wanted. Katy even added touches here and there that she felt were needed to add more beauty to the venue. She exercised her creative rights. My guests could not and have not stopped talking about the beauty of it all. Additionally, a few days before the wedding, I was not pleased with a mock up of my bouquet (provided by another vendor) - and Katy to the rescue! Within about 3-4 business days, Katy and her staff PERSONALLY delivered the most beautiful, sparkling bouquet that I have ever seen (along with a jr. bouquet and corsages). She made it her business to make me happy. I am truly sad that I won't be talking to Katy as much any more since the wedding is now over. Katy delivered on ALLLLLLL levels and I can't say enough about her. Thank you soo much Katy. You will forever be a better part of our memories. If you have the pleasure to work with Katy, you will not be disappointed, I promise you. I really felt that Katy put her heart into this....and the results show it. ​
Kinyatta G., a year ago
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Jan Galvan Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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.

We loved having Jan as our wedding photographer! He’s an incredible photographer and all around great guy! He was super friendly, flexible, and accommodating to all our needs. I highly recommend booking him for your wedding or any other photo needs!
Konrad, 7 months ago
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Luvidastudio 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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.

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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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Andrea Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,995
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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.

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AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! Andrea was there throughout the entire journey to help our dream wedding come to reality. She is creative, organized and very friendly. We were looking for a wedding photographer who was a mixture of hands on and hands off. She had the perfect balance of being hands on to capture beautiful images and also stood back and captured organic moments, we can look back at our wedding day and know each photo was an authentic moment. She was a great addition to our wedding team and I would hire her a million times over.
Ashley, 2 years ago
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Remembered Events 

4.5

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $399
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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, a year ago
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Ash to Oak 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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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Avery and her team were incredible to work with - her quote from the beginning was thorough, helped us budget and also included photos of the 'style' we were going for which was so helpful to confirm we were on the same page. Then she made it easy to tweak as we went along (adding flowers in different places and taking away in others). We had a very tight turn at our venue after another event and she was able to navigate that so well working with the other teams setting up the tables while the previous group was packing out. Her aesthetic is lovely, she is wonderful to work with and she helped create a lovely ceremony and reception for us. I couldn't recommend her more!
Julie R., 2 years ago
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O'Neil Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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 Kensington, MD

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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Forever Yours Co LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Kensington, MD

Forever Yours by Tiffany G. offers a unique approach to wedding and event planning, focusing on creating unforgettable experiences for couples in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. With our personalized service, we are dedicated to curating exceptional celebrations tailored to the preferences and budgets of our clients. From intimate gatherings to grand affairs, we strive to exceed expectations with our attention to detail and commitment to excellence.

From the moment we booked Forever Yours Co LLC, the team's calm, reassuring, and empathetic communication style put us at ease. Their diligent and anticipatory approach ensured every detail of our wedding day was expertly handled. The Forever Yours Co team proved themselves to be highly resourceful, accommodating, collaborative, and supportive - going above and beyond to make our vision a reality. TJ, our wedding planner, masterfully managed the different personalities of our families, which was no small feat. She made my husband and I feel truly seen and heard, ensuring every detail we wanted (and some we didn't even anticipate) were carried out to the fullest extent. I cannot recommend Forever Yours Co highly enough - book them now for your wedding, you won't regret it!
Dionne W., 3 months ago
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Elaine Li Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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.

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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 Kensington, MD

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 Kensington, MD

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!

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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 Kensington, MD

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.

Beautiful shower space with a view of the golf course. The food was delicious, the tables were set perfectly, and we received excellent service all around.
Madison, 5 months ago
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XoXo Cake Boutique, LLC 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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 Kensington, MD

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
There are not enough words, love and gratitude to express my experience with Sienna. Every step of the way with planning my boudoir shoot and wedding photography she was positive, professional, thoughtful, gracious and easy to work with. She was able to make myself and my husband comfortable and captured amazing photos of our important day. We were so blessed to have Sienna to capture our day and can’t wait for her to capture more special moments in the future.
Christa & A., 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
Our wedding was amazing thanks to this wonderful venue and the amazing people who worked there Cherry Hill Ballroom
Jelisa &Norger Skervine, a year ago
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The Garden Alexandria 

5.0

Alexandria, VA
  • Venue
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,050

This reclaimed warehouse is a two-minute walk from the Van Dorn Metro station on the Blue line. The rustic and industrial-chic event hall is perfect for film and photo projects, team meetings, corporate events, presentations, parties, and weddings! It features 2,000 square feet of space and can hold up to 200 people. We have a complete sound system and welcome outside food and drink. Reach out today to start planning your dream event.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Versatile for various event styles
  • Unique barn setting
  • Multiple event spaces

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you're looking for a sleek and contemporary space
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Does not provide event staff
I found The Garden ALX here on Zola and was completely satisfied with our experience. We had a kid-friendly Sunday afternoon reception and the venue fit the bill perfectly. They had multiple packages to choose from and an hourly rate as well. We had a four hour reception and they threw in two hours of free setup and an hour to take down and clear up. They also have yard games and other add ons you can include. Mary was great to work with and helped with any questions along the way. The only advice I would give is to reach out to them directly instead of through Zola for a faster response initially. Given the high price tag if venues in the DC area The Garden is a great option if your wedding is under 100 guests and you are looking to have a more casual reception.
Aislinn D., a year ago
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Maryland's DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kensington, MD

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

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