The Best Wedding Vendors in Arlington, VA

The Best Wedding Vendors in Arlington, VA

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Arlington, VA

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Jennifer Nolan Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Arlington, VA

I am honored to preserve the legacy of love! I believe love is magical and deserves to be captured beautifully. I create images that are classic, romantic, and refined. I cherish tradition and aim to capture moments that you want to look back on for years to come!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jennifer and her husband Chris were such a blessing. They really listen to what you are looking for and capture things you don't even think of. They are very sweet and down to earth, with hearts of gold. I don't know where to begin to express how truly grateful we are that they came into our lives, and were there to capture our special day. I highly recommend them, the pictures they capture are beautiful. Jennifer is there even if you need someone to bounce an idea off of, and she will continue to check on you even after your big day! We will definitely be in touch to have more sessions!!
Jennifer and E., 5 years ago
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Imani Entertainment DJ, Karaoke, & Photobooth Service 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Arlington, VA

I am Andy Yorke aka DJ Hpnotiq, President of Imani Entertainment DJ, Karaoke, and Photobooth Service and I would love to provide DJ entertainment for your wedding or event. I have had a twenty-one year professional career in radio, sixteen of which as an on air personality with WHUR, WOL, WJZE, WGAY, WKYS. As a club/mobile DJ, I have provided DJ entertainment for numerous Weddings, Corporate Events, School Events, Sweet Sixteens, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Quinceaneras, Showers (Baby and Bridal), Fashion Shows, Store Openings, and Private Parties. I have performed at several clubs. bars, and event venues in DC, MD, VA, DE, and PA.

Awarded Best of Zola
Andy was patient, knowledgeable and had a wide variety of musical genres. My guests really enjoyed the photo booth. I’m gonna hire him for my kids birthday party as well.
Tamala D., 4 years ago
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Fourth Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,299
  • Serves Arlington, VA

I'm William, a dedicated and passionate photographer/videographer based in Washington, DC. My love of photography was born out of my love of travel. While exploring other countries and cultures, I was using my phone to document the people that I met and the places that I have been. This led me to buy my first professional-level camera; it has been with me ever since. I consider my photography style to be timeless. When I'm not behind the lens, you'll find me at my local movie theater or spending quality time with my family and friends.

William with Fourth photography was amazing and was able to come through last minute for us. He delivered quickly and with quality.
Monica & N., 6 months ago
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Luvidastudio 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $899
  • Serves Arlington, VA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Hamid and his wife Farah are one of the best that i worked with. They are so professional and know what to do and how to work it out. I’m looking forward to work with them again in the future for my family. Farah has such a sweetheart personality and Hamid is a very understanding person. I advise all couples to work with them. If i could do my wedding again i will choose them again and again ️
Zharaa A., 9 days ago
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Andrea Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,399
  • Serves Arlington, VA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Andrea is the best! She is so professional and kind. The photos turned out to be absolutely stunning. She really knew how to capture the emotions and essence of the day. Overall, it was a fantastic experience working with her, and I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a talented and reliable wedding photographer!
Anna, a year ago
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Makeup by Ivett 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 8
  • Starts at $615
  • Serves Arlington, VA

Ivett and her talented professional team specialize in makeup and hair for Weddings, Photoshoots, Special Occasions, and Commercial Work in Virginia - Maryland - Washington DC. - Worldwide. Our team of experienced, friendly professionals pamper you before your wedding day or your special event, so you can relax and focus on the things that really matter. Like looking fabulous (and feeling even better)!

Where should I start? Ivett is simply just amazing as a person and professional! She’s very detail oriented and it shows in her gorgeous work! I’d recommend her to any brides who are looking for a HMUA! I recommend her to all my brides who get photography through me and they are always super satisfied!
Melinda, 4 years ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Arlington, VA

Hello! My name is Christian. I'm an artist. Whether camera shy or not, my couples and their friends or family have a great time with me and I make the experience pretty easy and enjoyable since I'm an awesome director. It has taken me a lot of studying, practice and natural talent to get to where I am today. I've documented over 600 weddings leaving many happy clients in many different areas of the world. If you're looking for someone to help you bring out the best of your wedding day and capture pure life, pure energy, pure love, so you will remember it forever... Me and my team have an incredible reputation for a reason!

I'm so happy I found them! We just received our photos and video and WE LOVE IT!!!! They did such a great job, not only they helped us during our wedding day but they captured everything perfectly! Our photographer and videographer were very professional, arrived earlier, guided us, helped us to pose and we had enough time to enjoy our wedding, they worked so fast and organized! That was impressive
Emily, 2 months ago
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Elaine Li Photography 

5.0

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

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

Choosing Elaine to capture our wedding ceremony was undoubtedly one of the best decisions we made. She truly captured the essence of our relationship and the intimacy of our ceremony. Elaine's calm demeanor and reassuring direction helped alleviate any nerves I had about being in front of the camera. Thank you for giving us memories that we will cherish for a lifetime!
Jamoya, 5 months ago
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Divine Event Design LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Arlington, VA

I have been planning weddings and events for 15 years. After college, I worked as a meeting planner for several years, while also earning my International Wedding Planning Professional certification (IWPP). My love of special events is what convinced me to start my own business. I love working with clients to create their perfect vision. My goal is to take away the stress of the day so that my clients are able to enjoy themselves. I am able to help by suggesting venues and vendors, site visits and contracting, communicating and working with vendors, on-site coordination, setup, and post-event cleanup and follow-up.

Diane was easily the best decision I made for my wedding. From the very beginning she had lots of helpful planning documents, answered every question I had, gave us ideas when we couldn't figure out how or when we wanted something to happen for our special day, stayed over time on our planning / check in calls to make sure we felt that we covered everything, and did all of this with a smile and supportive, kind attitude. You're going to spend a lot of time with your wedding planner / coordinator, so it's important that they're a good person and you like them! Well Diane is a gem of a human being, and I really do feel like I made a forever friend in her. Throughout the planning process and on the day, there were times when I just needed emotional support, and she was there for me. Her communication is prompt, consistent, and thorough. She got back to me on every email in a timely manner with all the answers I needed. I didn't realize at the time but strong communication was probably the MOST important aspect that made working with vendors 1000x better, and Diane excelled at it. Additionally, in the lead up to my wedding day and on the day itself, Diane was on top of EVERY detail. She went above and beyond to make sure that everything was PERFECT - just as I always dreamed it would be. From helping me iron my wedding dress while my bridesmaids and I were getting our makeup done to overseeing every vendor arrival and setup to making sure transitions from each part of the day were smooth - she did it all. No detail was too small for her, and because she's a total professional, she thought of everything! I cannot say enough good things about Diane, her abilities as a planner, and her warmth as a person. She will be the best decision that you make for your wedding, too.
Rachel, 3 months ago
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Music by Anthem 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Arlington, VA

When you choose Music by Anthem, you are choosing musicians who love what they do and sincerely value your satisfaction. You are assured of inspired performance and outstanding service, a combination that makes Music by Anthem your best entertainment value. Anthem understands the importance of your event, whether an intimate gathering or a large celebration. We set the perfect musical mood, no matter the size or purpose. You are free to relax, enjoy the music, and enjoy the occasion along with your guests.

Awarded Best of Zola
Anthem was recommended by our wedding planner, and they made our ceremony and cocktail hour extra special. Very reasonable pricing, easy to work with and able to accomodate our requests. We initially booked the duo and then decided to upgrade to the quartet - absolutely worth it!
Emily G., 2 years ago
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XoXo Cake Boutique, LLC 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Serves Arlington, VA

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

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., a month ago
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Gabriela Müller Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Serves Arlington, VA

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Gabriela is amazing!!! Very patient, and dedicated. She has great ideas but is always open to listening to what YOU want/think and she truly follows it to ensure you'll have the best memories ever. We did our pre-wedding and wedding with her and have no regrets. We will always be so grateful for having her as our photographer on such a memorable and special day.
Wey & L., 2 years ago
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Sienna Turecamo Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Arlington, VA

With an editorial and fashion-inspired approach Sienna shoots each event with both film and digital mediums, reveling in the artistry and emotion of each moment. Serving inspired events that crave more than just your everyday wedding images, but photographs that stand by themselves as art. Sienna is based out of Washington D.C. and New York City and travels worldwide. Sienna has been named an inspiring female entrepreneur, has been published in BRIDES, Business Insider, People and she has been a featured artist on PBS's television series Artistic Encounters, along with many other publications.

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

5.0

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

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

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

4.0

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

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

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I am so glad that I chose Nina Renee Beauty for my wedding day. From the very beginning, Nina had so many ideas and was willing to answer all of my super specific questions. I am an admirer of makeup and hair, with little experience lol. I really just shared my vision with Nina and she let me know what I needed! They completely over delivered on quality of work and customer service!! I also highly recommend their hair extension rental. So easy and the extensions really amplified my hairstyle. By the way! My bridesmaids all felt that this was their favorite hair and makeup experience!
Zahra M., 2 years ago
Mark Joven Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Arlington, VA

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., 2 months ago
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Pie Gourmet 

5.0

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

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

We got mini pies and treats from Pie Gourmet for our wedding reception and the pie bar set-up using their pies were such a hit! Dorah, the owner, was so accommodating to all our needs and dietary restrictions. We ordered a few nut-free and dairy-free free options and I heard they did offer gluten free pies as well. Her team went above and beyond and even answered all our questions past store hours which was quite heartwarming because it showed how much they cared. We'll definitely be ordering again for our next event!
Rosemary & J., 10 months ago
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Luxy Photography 

5.0

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

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

When I was looking for a photographer for my wedding, I didn't know what to expect. I thought I would still have to worry about poses, logistics and everything else on the day of my event. I found Tai 4 months prior to our wedding day and we've had two consultations during this time and she made me feel so secure that I could leave everything photo related in her hands! On the day of, she guided us through the best places and poses, made sure we got photos with everyone and helped us get our big family together for the most beautiful shots. I don't plan on getting married again but we know Tai and her team have become our family photographer now :)
Amanda B., a year ago
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The Red Bandana Bakery 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $50
  • Serves Arlington, VA

The Red Bandana is a happy, healthy little bakery in Bethesda, MD. We like to make people happy with celebratory dessert food but we don’t want to feel guilty about what we’re feeding them so we try to make it as good for their body as it is for their soul. Owner/operator Jaimie Mertz went to culinary school in 2011 with the plan to become a pastry chef, and a year later doctors put her autistic brother Jack on a gluten-free casein-free diet to try to help with some behavioral issues.

My wife has celiac and finding a baker who could accommodate a gluten allergy wasn't the easiest in our small Western Maryland town. We found Red Bandana at the gluten-free expo at BC Brewing and we're sure glad we did. Jaimie was beyond professional and accommodating to our needs. Not only did we get an absolutely delicious wedding cake for us, but several dozen gluten free cupcakes for our guests. Both us and our guests were blown away by how delicious her baked goods were. She was even able to deliver to us despite us having our wedding over an hour away from her bakery. I can't recommend this place enough. Even if you only have one person attending your wedding with a gluten allergy, you NEED to book Red Bandana. The cupcakes and cake were so good I completely forgot they were gluten free. Worth. Every. Penny!!
Anthony S., 3 months ago
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Laura Louise Events & Design 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Arlington, VA

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

Laura made our dreams come true! She saved us from a disaster with one of our vendors and found us an incredible florist one month before the wedding. She made everything look so beautiful at both the ceremony and the reception. She understood our vision and executed it to perfection! I was afraid to bother her with overcommunicating, but Laura put my fears to rest and was there for me, met with me multiple times prior to the wedding, and made sure I was happy and comfortable! We are sooooo thankful for Laura!
Marina Guirguis H., 2 years ago
Simply Fresh Events 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Arlington, VA

Simply Fresh Events is a favorite caterer in Maryland, Virginia, and DC, offering creative catering for weddings, galas, corporate, and social events. Our innovative cuisine and meticulous service create memorable experiences.

I’m basically speechless. This company is truly so amazing! They made all my wedding dreams come true and they are top notch with service ensuring my husband and I were taken care of! Always ensuring we have a drink in hand and snack or meal when and if needed! They took care of us in EVERY ASPECT! Even to the point I was able to walk down the aisle and the manger on site from simply fresh that day noticed my pocket of my wedding dress was sticking out so I was able to fix it before going down the aisle, so glad she told me because my pocket sticking out in all the photos of a once in a lifetime moment would have really not been great! They have incredible communication from before you book, after you book the tasting and just being flexible for meeting and walk through! The food was incredible (like seriously INCREDIBLE) and they ensured EVER single detail was exactly as I dreamed! I really am so happy I booked with simply fresh and would over and over 100 times again!!! If your unsure about to to book with for catering stop looking now and book simply fresh I’m the most sure you will not regret it! Wish we had some pictures of the food. All of the food was plated beautifully! Even our salad had eatable flowers! (I mean come on) and I really just could not have asked for anything more from simply fresh! For our cocktail hour we did crab cakes, stuffed mushrooms and bruschetta! For dinner we did a garden salad, a chicken option, a steak option and a veggie option they were all to die for! Like seriously people are still talking about how amazing the food was and our wedding was over a month ago.
Taylor, 2 months ago
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Karma’s Kreations Artistry 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 2
  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Arlington, VA

Since 2018, my business has been one of the best makeup-artistry businesses in the cosmetic industry. Originally founded in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area, I offer professional, unparalleled service and inspiration to all my clients. I am a self-taught, professional MUA who balances the art of makeup application since 2013 and entrepreneurship. My work has been seen in the 2019 NYFW Tommy Hilfiger x Zendaya Show as well as on various celebrities and well known public figures such as Chair Reta Jo Lewis of the EXIM Bank of United States, Senator Ayanna Pressley, and more.

Karma's Kreations Artistry was an excellent choice for our wedding day beauty needs. Aubrielle was very assertive in her communication with me, which I appreciated as it ensured we were on the same page throughout the process. The quality of her work was truly professional, attentive, and aimed to satisfy - she promptly arrived at the wedding location and did an exceptional job applying makeup on me and my mother. Aubrielle was also very personable and friendly, making the experience enjoyable. I really appreciate the time and attention given to me as a bride-to-be, and the trial run before the wedding day was an excellent idea that avoided any surprises. The reasonable pricing and excellent customer service provided by Karma's Kreations Artistry was a win-win, and I would highly recommend them to any couple planning their special day.
Denise L., a month ago
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Abby's Events 

4.5

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Arlington, VA

Come and cherish every moment of your special day, as we handle everything from the grand vision to the smallest details. We aim to ensure that you and your loved ones can fully immerse yourselves in the happiness, connection, and joy of the event while also assisting you in finding and securing the perfect opportunities for your dream wedding. Operating within a 50-mile radius of Potomac, MD, you simply choose how much assistance you would like to help bring your dream day to life. Investing in us is investing in your experience. From gatherings to galas, Abby's Events can be the perfect partner in making your wedding vision become reality.

Abby was a lovely addition to our wedding planning process and helped bring our vision to life. As someone who prefers to stay hands-on, I was initially hesitant to hand over control, but Abby made me feel more confident about letting her take the reins on the big day. She also assisted with our rehearsal for an additional fee, which was helpful and made everything run more smoothly. On the wedding day, Abby ensured that my partner and I didn’t have to stress about the little things. She was great at managing the details but remained approachable, coming to me with questions or clarifications when needed. When my partner and I started to feel overwhelmed and quite frankly, annoyed, by the constant chatter, the crowd, and the never-ending hugs, Abby was incredibly understanding. She reassured us that it was our day and that we were free to do whatever we needed to feel comfortable. Her calm and supportive words were exactly what we needed to refocus and enjoy the moment. Her familiarity with our venue, the Estate at Whitehall Vineyard, was a huge plus and helped everything flow seamlessly. Overall, Abby made the day easier for us, and I appreciated her calm and accommodating presence.
Alaina M., a month ago
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Marquee Artists 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Arlington, VA

The best DJs, lighting and photo booth services in DC, Maryland, Virginia, Philadelphia & NYC. From weddings to private events Marquee Artists combines club-level DJ skills with a decade of private event expertise. We pride ourselves on being friendly, professional, fun, communicative and extremely flexible. Most importantly, we know how to throw amazing parties while tailoring them to your tastes.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelton from Marquee Artists was amazing! He was a communicative and active participant in the planning of the music and the announcements at my wedding on March 9. Kelton provided an extensive list of potential songs to play in a shared Google Document with columns for “play” and “do not play” which was great. Also, I was impressed that he attended the walk through of the Whittemore House a month prior to the wedding, asking pertinent questions of the Whittemore staff about the placement of various things and how best to provide the sound amplification that would be needed. He provided wireless mics which worked really well for the toasts. Kelton did a great job as the master of ceremony and his mix of the selected music was fun and fabulous. He had the crowd dancing, rocking to the music. Many of the older folks told me that they hadn’t danced in years but were having lots of fun doing so then. Having him on our wedding team instilled so much confidence in me, my daughter and new son-in-law, who is an amateur DJ. They were so taken by Kelton that, if possible, they would like to attend future events at which Kelton is the DJ!! I HIGHLY recommend him.
Jennifer & J., 4 years ago
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Andrea Green Events & Design, LLC. 

5.0

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

Wedding planning should make you feel excited about what’s to come rather than overwhelmed by the options. So, allow us to walk by your side through your engagement season as your trusted wedding planners. We will share insight about budgets, boost your confidence as we make decisions together, and make you laugh and feel celebrated every step of the way. Breathe, find delight, and plan with us in Metro DC, Orlando, Charleston, and beyond as you both countdown the days until you say, “We do.” We can't wait to work with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a great feeling about Andrea from the time we first met over Zoom, and our instincts were absolutely correct. She is so warm, in control, and knowledgeable -- our experience planning our wedding could not have been smoother or more pleasant. We gave her our budget number, and she immediately reassured us that she could deliver the wedding of our dreams... and she did. The network of vendors she connected us with were all fantastic, and her calm demeanor kept us at ease and was also a huge help in soothing our parents' anxiety throughout the process. We are elated that we had the chance to work with and get to know her. Andrea is absolutely fantastic and we were trying to make a newly engaged cousin hire her during our own wedding! She was just that good.
Michael R., a year ago
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Velada Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Arlington, VA

I'm Geraldine & I have been planning events, both professionally and personally, for 8+ years and I am thrilled to finally offer my expertise to hosts & couples who want to make the journey memorable. I have an incredible eye for detail and I strive for our events to reflect our couples and their personality in the most memorable ways. I consider myself Type A and a professional over-thinker, allowing me to see your event from all angles, ensuring all factors are considered and that your event has the best logistical flow. I will ensure that your event is executed to the highest degree, following your vision & desires for the big day.

Velada Events was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Gera, our lead planner, was organized, energetic, and decisive in executing our vision for the day. She kept everything running smoothly behind the scenes, only escalating things when absolutely necessary, allowing us to fully enjoy the celebration. Gera's keen attention to detail and understanding of our specific wishes resulted in a flawless event that exceeded our expectations. We give Velada Events and Gera our highest recommendation - do yourself a favor and book them, you won't regret it!
Laura B., 2 months ago
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Charm DC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Arlington, VA

I am a modern-day storyteller, wielding my camera as my pen to capture the tales that unfold before me. With a passion for freezing time in the most exquisite way possible, my photographic journey has been a remarkable one. Through the lens, I unearth the extraordinary within the ordinary, revealing the beauty that often hides in plain sight. From the gentle play of light on a dew-kissed leaf to the raw emotions in a candid portrait, I believe that photography is the art of preserving fleeting moments and emotions.

Awarded Best of Zola
Charm DC Production Photography is a standout vendor! Their professionalism, innovation, and collaboration skills made our joint project a breeze. Their ability to capture the moment is truly remarkable. Looking forward to future collaborations!
Melodie, a year ago
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Christy Beauty 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $120
  • Serves Arlington, VA

Hello , beauties! I am so glad that you are here! My name is Cristina and I am the owner of Christy Beauty LLC. I am a professional makeup artist in the DMV areas specializing in bridal makeup . I love connecting with people and enhancing their natural beauty. I went to at Axel Makeup Academy, where I learned how to create beautiful looks . Life is all about learning . I've been very passionate about beauty, so I continue my education taking workshops and classes regularly. Being able to make someone look and feel their very best especially on a special day is why I love doing Bridal and special occasion makeup so much.

Awarded Best of Zola
Christy did my make up for my wedding and she did an amazing job. I loved my make up and it lasted all night. She is also the sweetest person. As soon as we started our conversation about what I was looking for she put me at ease. She was truly so easy to talk to and very good at what she does. I have no regrets. I tried 1 other make up artiest and didn’t feel very comfortable with her. So, I choose to go look else where. She had a bride already booked on the day of my wedding and squished me in that same day. She was timely as promised and got me out in time to get to my venues for pictures. I can’t say enough good things about Christy. If you are looking for a make up artiest, please look no more! Christy is the one! Thank you again Christy!!! God bless you and your business! Keep doing what you love and you’ll go very far
Jacqueline, 2 years ago
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Natasha Lamalle Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Arlington, VA

The best way to tell honest stories is through keen observation. How do I know? Because I spent 15 years as a journalist before becoming a wedding photographer. By paying attention to the ways you interact with your loved ones, I capture the in-between moments that will, one day, be significant. And using a trained eye and subtle approach, I do so unobtrusively.

Awarded Best of Zola
Natasha gave us more than just photographs, she gave us an exhilarating experience. She took us on a beautiful dance in and out of crowds through Union Station. Capturing the essence of our joy once my wife and I placed eyes on each other for our first look. Then taking us to Union Market to bring us and our friends together, capturing tender moments of joy and laughter. And finally, our wedding, where singing, dancing and love was reflected in every photo of not only my wife and I, but also those that were there to celebrate with us.
Sergio B., 5 years ago
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Get Ready Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Arlington, VA

We are Luis and Barbara, photographers based in Washington, DC. We had the privilege of studying photojournalism while dating years ago. As a couple, we share our passion for photography and love itself. Therefore, we know how to tell stories filled with real emotions from your special moment while capturing your natural essence. Planning a wedding is filled with important details, and photography is not an exception since our goal is to ensure all your planning is preserved forever. This is why we maintain a high standard of training to deliver consistent quality throughout our images.

Awarded Best of Zola
Luis and Barbara are not only incredibly talented but were a joy to work with. Since we're both deaf, our biggest fear when it came to working with a photographer was how we will manage to communicate. But Luis and Barbara made us feel super comfortable and confident from the very beginning and we had so much fun during our sessions with them. They were consistently communicative, transparent, organized, and informative throughout the whole process. Whenever we saw Luis and Barbara all of the usual wedding stresses just melted away. We truly believe they are magic! And when we got our photos, we couldn't be happier. They were beautiful and we will treasure them forever. We sincerely couldn't have asked for a better photographer team.
Anna, 2 years ago
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Jessica Rabelo Photos 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Arlington, VA

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jessica is AMAZING, we hired her for our wedding and also did the engagement pictures with her. I am brazilian and since she is also I thought maybe my now husband would be a little uncomfortable taking the pictures but no way, not with Jessica, the way she makes everything seems so smooth and simple makes you think you are spending a good afternoon with a friend! And her work is definitely THE BEST! On my wedding day she managed to speak both languages with my family and my guests and took so much amazing pictures that now is hard to choose! Everyone loved her job and she sent the pictures so fast that I was really impressed! From now one my dates for events with pictures will depend on her agenda. I can’t wait for the next sessions of her capturing our love!
Adila S., 7 months ago
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Cherry Hill Ballroom 

5.0

College Park, MD
  • Venue
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,500

Cherry Hill Ballroom is an event space located in the heart of Cherry Hill Park, an RV park and family campground. 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 that you can use as you please - set up a dressing room, photo booth, or cocktail bar! We have a covered pavilion for outdoor ceremonies. Our wedding package includes an array of decor that will transform your reception into a magical space for you and your partner, 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
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Our wedding was amazing thanks to this wonderful venue and the amazing people who worked there Cherry Hill Ballroom
Jelisa &Norger Skervine, 5 months ago
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Josephine Butler Parks Center 

5.0

Washington, DC
  • Venue
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,900

Overlooking Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park, the Italian Renaissance Revival former embassy is now a vibrant community space for events of all kinds. Whether you are planning a small, intimate staff retreat in the marble-columned porte-cochere, or a large gathering in our spacious grand ballroom, the historic Josephine Butler Parks Center will set a stunning scene for your celebration.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Combines timeless elegance with history
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Versatile for various event styles

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • No venue-provided food services
Josephine Butler Parks Center (JPBC) is such a beautiful venue, we had our wedding there in November of 2024 and couldn’t have picked a better place. The entire process of venue selection can be daunting, and JBPC made it easy for us. We signed up for an initial walkthrough and fell in love with the history of the building, the unique layout, and the beautiful art and color schemes in each room. Steve guided us on our tour and answered all our questions, and we knew right away that this was where we wanted to hold our wedding. Taking several months to plan our wedding, we coordinated with JPBC staff to do two additional tours where they answered even more questions and allowed us to see what different lighting configurations looked like and make measurements to finalize our configuration for the big day. For the reception, we decided to seat our guests in the main ballroom, have the dance floor on the second floor foyer, place the bar out on the balcony, and serve the buffet and cake in the south gallery. Seating was a little tight in the main ballroom, as we had our 140 guests sit at fifteen round tables that were 5 feet in diameter, with a sweetheart table by the larger fireplace. But we made it work and it was a fantastic day for us overall!
Diana W., 2 months ago
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DuHon Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Arlington, VA

Growing up in rural Virginia my intro to photography came to me at 14 while breaking into abandoned houses with friends to take photos that can only be describe in retrospection as “experimental”. Fast forward a handful of years and I found myself going 'legit' and holding a BFA in photography, later finding yet more perspective and cutting my teeth shooting society events in NYC. Having now spent more years of my life taking photos than not, it’s safe to say that I’m all in.

When all of our wedding plans fell through because of COVID-19, we opted for a socially-distant micro wedding at a park. We somehow made it happen with just over 48hrs to plan! We knew we wanted a photographer to help us capture our special day, even if it didn't have all the bells and whistles, and were so lucky to have found Cassidy on such short notice. He was such a pleasure to work with. He was incredibly flexible (we changed our venue the night before the wedding) and very communicative. To top it off, our photos turned out so beautiful and made our adhoc wedding seem a bit more romantic and put together. He captured laughter and love! We loved his work and will recommend him to friends.
Erica & M., 5 years ago
Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium 

5.0

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

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

Why you'll love this venue

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

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • Limited cleanup and setup services
  • Lighting and sound are not included
An elegant setting with the capability of hosting various sizes and style of events. The openness of the space allows great flexibility for set -up and the lobby, third floor terrace and green rooms offer great options for Pre-function Cocktails, VIP meet and greets and speaking holding areas. Unusual for Washington the space is available at any time and any day which allows for great flexibility for set up and actual event time. The Mellon is nicely situated -Located near many of DC"s attractions and hotels and access is easy from all DC areas as well as Suburban Virginia and Maryland.
Joel Wolke, 4 years ago
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Remembered Events 

4.3

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

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.

We’ve had the pleasure of working with Amanda Tyner, her team at Remembered Events and their brides for several years. We are appreciative of their trust in our team, leading back to Amanda’s own wedding. Remembered Events is keenly system driven to ensure proper follow through on every step of the planning process, and they have a team that is large enough to support their brides through any hurdles while always providing personalized attention. We look forward to working with them on two upcoming weddings, and many more in the future.
Best Face Forward, 2 years ago
Ash to Oak 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Arlington, VA

On your Wedding Day and we want your personality to shine through in all of your wedding photos. You're going to have the best day ever and we'll be there to photograph every laugh, tear, and moment you wish you could remember forever! Our couples come from every walk of life and we love that they know they can be who they are with us! Comfort is key when it comes to choosing your Wedding Photographer because we're capturing your memories on the biggest days of your life. On the day of your wedding, you’ll say "I do", blink and it’ll be over. It's ok though! You’ll sleep easy knowing you'll always be able to look back at your Wedding Day in bright, beautiful color when you receive your wedding photos in about 4-6 weeks.

Nicole and Jose of Bokeh Lane Photography are simply wonderful! So energetic and creative! They shot our engagement session and are slated to shoot our wedding whenever COVID allows for that. We wanted a photographer that has a great eye for candid shots and heard about these two from a friend who had their engagement and wedding shot by them. My friend’s pictures were beautiful, so I reached out to Nicole and Jose. They helped us with every step of the process, even with picking out outfits before the shoot. They’re kind and professional and just so easy to work with. I am not used to being in front of the camera, whereas my fiance is a natural in front of the camera. I told them that up front and they made sure to make me feel comfortable while just letting my fiance be himself, and the pictures came out so great! They are highly responsive as far as communication goes and prices are extremely reasonable for such high quality work. Highly highly recommend!
Maggie & Q., 4 years ago
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Olga Gurton Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Arlington, VA

Olga Gurton is a Siberia-born photographer who has been working as a Maryland engagement photographer and wedding photographer for well over half a decade. Over that time, she’s developed an amazing ability to help couples lower their guard, allowing her to take some of the rawest, most sincere photographs you’re likely to come across. In addition to the remarkable honesty of her work, we’re rather taken with her careful composition, which uses soft light, clever yet subtle framing, and a focus on simple, elemental emotions.” Peerspace "9 best engagement photographers in Baltimore, MD"

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Warm and Beautiful Photos by an Incredible Photographer UPDATE (6/2/21): Olga continues to be incredible and everything we could have ever dreamed of in a wedding photographer. She also took care of finding us a second photographer (Marcus), a videographer (Glenn), and a live stream assistant (Matt) - all of whom were wonderful, professional, kind, and talented. We were able to do first look/couple photos around the Library of Congress and Supreme Court with Olga, Marcus, and Glenn and all three made it a fun and easy-going experience that resulted in truly stunning photos. After the wedding (and the "engagement shoot") Olga sent us a "sneak peak" of the photos within just a few days! We are so grateful we found her and could not recommend her and her team enough!!! ORIGINAL (7/12/20): Olga is AMAZING. We hired her for our wedding several months after we got engaged and were not intending to do an engagement shoot (my fiance does not love pictures haha). But after COVID forced us to postpone our wedding by 11 months, we decided that an engagement-style photo shoot on our would-be wedding date would be a great way to make a sweet memory on a tough date. Olga was sweet, supportive, and flexible as we figured out details for a new date and added the extra photo session. She is down to earth and made both of us feel immediately at ease during the session. She was as excited as we were to get gorgeous photos at the Lincoln and then silly ones at GW (where we both graduated from). I have always believed that engagement/wedding photos should radiate warmth and happiness and Olga has blown us away with her ability to capture our love in photos in a way that can't help but make you smile.
Margarita, 3 years ago

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