It's Wedding Season in DC!

Aside from the royal wedding that occurred in the scenic Shelburne Farms in Burlington, Vermont this past weekend (in which my best friend Sara Catanzaro and her boo, Jeff Schles, were married in the most beautiful ceremony I’ve ever seen), my Facebook newsfeed this morning alluded to the fact that a plethora of weddings occurred over the past two weekends in the DMV (congrats to all of the new couples!). In looking at all of the unique and innovative locations that these couples used to exchange their vows, I couldn’t help but notice what a cool freaking place the District really is in terms of its wedding spot offerings. And while my parents would probably have an anxiety attack if I didn’t get married in the Greek Orthodox Church, it’s fun to think about all of the great locales available to those who are looking to seal the deal in DC:

·      National Building Museum: It’s a beautiful reception space that has even hosted vow renewal ceremonies in the past. If you want to be very Georgetown Prep and fabulous, this venue is for you.

·      The Park at 14^th: I’m telling you, the third floor of this place could host a killer wedding reception. The Chibouli chandeliers, panoramic windows, and clean lines in the interior would make for something elegant yet modern.

·      POV over the W: Views of the Whitehouse, Capital, and other monuments would be within a bird’s eye view. This place isn’t cheap, though; If you’re a plebe and looking to get married or have a reception here, don’t even bother.

·      The World War Two Memorial: This has served as a gorgeous, seasonal location for the actual wedding ceremony. With the gorgeous reflecting pool and clean marble look, it would especially serve as a great location if you knew someone who was in the war itself.

·      Any of the adorable art galleries in Dupont Circle: Small wedding and not a huge budget for a reception? I’ve heard of some amazing wedding receptions being held in these galleries, complete with a bar, heavy passed hors d’oeuvres, and live music.

·      The Georgetown Waterfront: Love the water? Host a reception at Sequoia or Cabanas, and have a gorgeous view of one of DC’s most charming locations.

After you’re done tricking someone into thinking that you’re fabulous and actually convincing them to propose to you (jk), there are few places more charming than The District to marry. Complete the agenda with a gown from Hitched in Georgetown and you’ll be good to go as one of Washington, DC’s most fabulous brides!