Kate + Ford’s Romantic DC Wedding Day

Every Washington, DC wedding I capture is so unique. A DC wedding can be modern, intimate, urban, traditional, historical, romantic, or any of the many other ways to describe this amazing city. Each event is as diverse as the city itself, and I think that may very well be my favorite part of being a photographer in this area!

Kate + Ford planned an elegant, intimate, candlelight wedding ceremony and reception in a location that has great importance to them: Carmine’s.  Ford is the Executive Chef at the DC location, and if you’ve never tasted the food there, you are missing out on one of DC’s greatest restaurants! Before even arriving, I knew that the menu was going to be amazing, and the atmosphere cozy, welcoming, and romantic.

Kate prepped at their home, surrounded by her family and friends. When I arrived, everyone was relaxed, laughing, and enjoying their day. I couldn’t help but think, “This is how the start of your wedding day should be!” After spending about an hour with the ladies, it was time to join the guys for a few portraits, and they were just as laidback and fun! After a short walk through Chinatown and some quick portraits of the groom, it was time to head back to the restaurant for the ceremony!

I have to say, out of all the wedding decor I’ve seen over the years, candlelight has to be my favorite. And, it is typically less expensive than tons of flowers! The warm glow was so romantic and elegant, and perfectly suited to an indoor ceremony. The simply elegant decor carried over into their reception as well, with more candles, gold chargers and other exquisite touches on the tables!

We had a brief time for portraits in a nearby courtyard, but it was still so perfectly urban and sweet with just the two of them. Soon it was dusk, and time to dance the night away!

Congratulations, Kate + Ford! I hope every day is as happy and filled with joy as this day!