Wedding Vendors in Fairfax, VA

Wedding Vendors in Fairfax, VA

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Imani Entertainment DJ, Karaoke, & Photobooth Service 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Fairfax, 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.

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Andy is a professional through and through. His knowledge of music is impressive and what he doesn't have on file, he finds and puts it on file for you. He not only listens to the needs for your party, but makes appropriate suggestions that can only come from someone who has depth of experience. He goes out of his way to make your event a success and is one of the most fair and honest dj's I've ever worked with. I have recommended him before and gladly use his services again and again.
Lydia Harris, 3 years ago
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Jessica Rabelo Photos 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Fairfax, 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.

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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., 3 months ago
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Lotus Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

My passion for photography grew when my daughter, Lotus, was born in 2004 and I began documenting her childhood with an eye toward catching each irreplaceable moment. Soon, friends and then friends of friends asked me to photograph their children and families. Before long, I was documenting the lives and milestones of people all over the DMV area. I realized how happy I was connecting with people and capturing special moments, and so I launched Lotus Photography in 2012 - named for my first muse. I fell in love with capturing weddings in 2017 and I have been hooked ever since!

I highly, highly recommend Georgette with Lotus Photography. She is the sweetest, most joyful, gifted photographer and as an event planner and day-of wedding coordinator I genuinely love working with her. She is sweet, bubbly, kind, and incredibly talented. 11/10 recommend!!
Penderview Events LLC, 4 months ago
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Remembered Events 

4.3

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $395
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Our team firmly believes in 'team work makes the dreams 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, 6 days ago
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Marquee Artists 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Fairfax, 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.

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Kelton from Marquee Artists is awesome - he killed it dj-ing for the clients, the dance floor was non-stop going nuts the whole time! His demeanor is super low-key and easy going, and he was very easy to work with, which means a lot in this field. Weddings have lots of moving parts and can be chaotic, but having vendors that are kind and willing to work as a team makes the day go a whole lot smoother. The couple had lots of requests for songs in completely different genres, but he managed to keep the party going with no awkward pauses and seamless transitions. I highly recommend hiring him if you want someone that's going to work well with everyone and make sure to light the dance floor on fire!
Ivy & Quartz Photography, 2 years ago
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Easy Event Ideas Llc 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

We are a full service event planning company. We love wedding planning and look forward to speaking with you and sharing how we can ensure your event is a memorable. We specialize in attention to detail and making sure your event runs efficiently and smoothly. We have planned thousands of events over the past fourteen years. Events ranging from weddings to Mitzvahs to large scale concerts and festivals for thousands of attendees. Regardless of the event site, size, or budget, we place a premium on attention to detail and design. We make sure the event fits your personality in every way possible. We'll work to make your dreams a reality.

I’m so happy I got the chance to work with Michelle as my month-of and day-of coordinator for my August 2023 wedding. By the time we started working together a few weeks out from the big day, I was so tired and burnt out from planning and needed the help and support that she expertly provided. She came in hot with lists, templates, spreadsheets, recommendations, everything I could’ve hoped for to support me through the rest of the prep process. Most importantly, she made sure that everything that needed to happen was done correctly, on time, and in the way we needed. She was ON FIRE on the day of the wedding. Michelle was in the zone- creating beautiful centerpieces, coordinating each step of the event, and problem solving before I even realized there was something to be done. Thank you so much, Michelle. You helped make my wedding day absolutely perfect!
Sandy and C., a year ago
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Andrea Green Events & Design, LLC. 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Fairfax, 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
Working alongside Andrea is always an absolute delight! Her attention to detail, impeccable organization, and genuine passion for creating unforgettable moments has made every wedding a seamless experience. It's a privilege to capture the magic she orchestrates, and I look forward to many more collaborations!
Edward Underwood, a year ago
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Absolute Beauty by Wendy 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 10
  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

I graduated from the Naturella Academy, becoming licensed in Makeup Artistry, Cosmetology, and an Esthetician. I started Absolute Beauty by Wendy to apply my passion for making women feel beautiful. My team and I constantly challenge ourselves to provide a service at the highest level, no matter the occasion. I love serving brides just like you, looking to enhance your existing beauty for your most special day.

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Wendy and the team at Absolutely Beauty were so kind and timely to work with. As a day-of coordinator, our job is to ensure the timeline is executed seamlessly with minimal gaps or hiccups. From the beginning Wendy communicated her team's arrival time and we didn't experience any delays. The bride and her bridesmaids were already gorgeous, but the finishing touches Wendy and her team applied were flawless! We can't wait to work with them again!
Ja'el Mendez, a year ago
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Charm DC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Fairfax, 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.

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Charm DC Production did an amazing job on our wedding anniversary photos! They were pleasant to work with and captured/edited our photos so beautifully. We highly recommend them!
Padi and E., a year ago
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Christy Beauty 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $120
  • Serves Fairfax, 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.

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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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Weddings by Kristy 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Midway through vision boarding, thinking ‘this is a lot’? We hear you. Working with us is like having a professional tour guide to lead you through bringing your ideal wedding from mental picture to actual day. Because the best wedding is the one where you’re relaxed, toasting champagne, and being all lovey with the person you adore. Google us to see our 5-star reviews!

We have the pleasure of collaborating with Kristy often, and it is safe to say that she is one of the best in the game! From start to finish, Kristy's attention to detail, creativity, and flawless coordination have consistently delivered spectacular experiences. Her ability to turn vision into reality ensures that every wedding day she orchestrates is stress-free and absolutely magical. If you're seeking an effortless and enchanting wedding experience, Kristy is highly recommended!
Brentsville Hall, 7 months ago
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Le Chateau de Crystale Events 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

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., 6 months ago
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Natasha Lamalle Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Fairfax, 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.

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My wife and I were searching for a photographer who could capture our wedding as it really was, from the intimate moments to the wild dance floor, and Natasha's documentary-style fit our needs exactly! She listened carefully to what we wanted - minimal posed pictures, non-traditional "first look", lots of candids, etc - and she more than delivered. We had 130 guest count and Natasha covered basically every inch of our wedding day, no need or want for a second shooter. She was everywhere and so stealthy that we didn't realize she was so close to us the whole night until we got our pictures back. Our ceremony was outside and dinner/dancing were inside, and regardless of the lighting, the pictures turned out perfectly, she was even able to capture non-blurry pictures of guests jamming on a packed dance floor! She was a pleasure to work with, the instructions of her process were easy to follow from start to finish, and had a lot of examples to look through which gave us a good idea of what we were getting. We especially appreciated that she sent us a few pictures the morning after our wedding as a sneak peek, very nice touch. She's genuinely kind and calm which helped us remain present during our wedding day. Everyone who has seen our photos are amazed by the quality and we are too. We're thrilled we picked Natasha and highly recommend her!
Paulina and J., a year ago
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Genesis Delight Catering 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Our highly experienced design team is ready to help you create the wedding of your dreams. Choose from our fully inclusive wedding packages or request a custom menu and designer touches to best fit your vision. In addition to our delicious and unique cuisine, our team can also assist you with vendor referrals, rentals, linens, place settings, beverages and event event coordination.

Working with Genesis for our wedding was seamless. Dianna was very kind, organized, and went above and beyond to assist us in our catering needs. Genesis also provided mirror rounds and vases for our centerpieces. Dianna suggested the most popular menu items and helped with other decisions. She was well acquainted with our venue, which was very valuable. The food was as expected for wedding fare at this price point, and guests had positive reviews on the bartenders and appetizers. We picked Genesis because they were the lowest cost approved vendor for Top of the Town and felt like we got a great value. They let us bring in our own alcohol and provided great bar service (staff and mixers) at a reasonable price. There was never a line at the bar. Everything went smoothly on the wedding day, that we know of, and we’d recommend Genesis for someone looking at a caterer in this budget!
Samantha P., a year ago
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Robin Cinematic Wedding Stories 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Serves Fairfax, VA
  • Offer

You want your wedding to be an unforgettable, cinematically captured experience, to capture you, your love, and the ones you love. To freeze in time this once-in-a-lifetime euphoria, the official start of your forever together. You want the ability to go back and relive it over and over- The look in his eyes when he first saw you coming down the aisle, your family celebrating with you- the excitement, the quiet moments, the crazy dance moves and that is why we are here: Lovers of adventure, and telling love stories cinematically. We’re Desmond & Vera. and we’re here to lead you step-by-step in bringing your dream wedding to life.

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I highly recommend Little Robin Wedding Stories. I really didn't know what a videographer did when we started looking for our wedding. We were immediately blown away by the videos of other couples. Not only do you get the video of your friends and family, but Desmond creates an amazing movie knitting all of the key moments of your wedding into a story. Desmond is a true artist. Not only is the editing amazing, but it is also set to music. The movie is something we will cherish for the rest of our lives. We also felt a little shy about being filmed and didn't know exactly what we wanted. We communicated by phone and email with Desmond, who listened to what we wanted. He and his team were true professionals, who made us feel comfortable on our wedding. There is so much going on and we deeply appreciated their experience and manor throughout the day. I without reservation recommend Desmond
Ethan, 3 years ago
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Get Ready Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Fairfax, 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.

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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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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.

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 month ago
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DuHon Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Fairfax, 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.

Working with Cassidy was a fantastic experience. He listened to what we wanted, gave us ideas from his experience working at our venue and made us feel completely comfortable. Everyone told us when selecting a photographer to make sure you are comfortable with them since they are involved in some of the most intimate moments of your day - and while that was true - he managed to get so many great shots without intruding or in some cases even being noticed. He caught serious moments, funny private moments and of course all of the formal moments. We have recommended him to multiple friends of ours and will continue to do that moving forward. You cannot go wrong working with Cassidy!
Brian and J., 4 years ago
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Olga Gurton Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Fairfax, 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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Olga and her staff were excellent. Olga is so personable and pays attention to detail. The sneak peek of photos was a pleasant surprise. I highly recommend working with her!
Tammy D., a year ago
Bokeh Lane Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Fairfax, 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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Artistry by Marquita Hair and Makeup 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 3
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Marquita Chambers was born in the Washington, DC metro area and found her love of makeup after graduating high school. She then found herself in love with the beauty industry where she began working at beauty retailer, Sephora, to gain knowledge of skincare, luxury cosmetics lines and to experience working with clients one-on-one.

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I thoroughly enjoyed working with Marquita for my wedding. She listened to me, asked great questions, and made our time getting ready for my wedding enjoyable. She has a creative mind. I asked for color on my lips and she blended a warm, vibrant lip color that fit our color scheme and my personality. Marquita was professional. She listened to any contract concerns I had, she was on time. She worked well with the other contractors such as the photographer, church staff, and wedding planner. If you want someone who works hard and delivers beautiful results, I highly recommend Marquita.
Kelly W., 2 years ago
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The Lauren Louise Collective 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

I was born and raised in a quiet seaside town on the South Shore of Long Island. I grew up in a place where good, strong love grows with parents who have been together since they were 16 years old. They taught me that true love grows in the face of hardship and, as strong believers in their faith, that love is, indeed, patient and kind. And so as soon as I realized that wedding photography didn’t have to be posed and mechanical; that I could shoot weddings from a more organic and authentic lens; that I could document a story, not direct one, I was hooked!

Having a good photographer was one of my priorities for my wedding. I knew the day was going to be a whirlwind and I wanted to be able to look back and at least have one photo where my eyes weren’t closed or something. Lauren absolutely delivered — I don’t think we’ve ever looked as good in pictures and I know I probably won’t again!! Lauren also recommended Elizabeth for our day-of coordinator and I don’t know what we would have done without her — I definitely would have lost my mind, of that I’m sure. First, I can’t overstate the importance of finding a photographer with whom you have a good rapport — Lauren has this charisma where you instantly feel at ease and like you’ve known her your whole life. It frankly made me less nervous and I think that translates really well in the photos. She’s also a master of making you look the best in posed photos - giving little positioning directions that you look elegant without looking stiff. Every time I look at the pictures I’ll notice another candid moment that Lauren managed to capture or simply marvel at how she somehow can translate emotion in a still picture — I find myself smiling and definitely not crying (jk definitely crying) because you can FEEL what we were feeling in these photos. Second, get you a planner who is superhuman. Elizabeth took over six weeks (!) before the wedding and it was like a literal weight was lifted from my shoulders. At our first meeting she went through her checklist (and mine bc of course I had my own) and said “I’ll take care of it” to literally everything... and then...did?? I was fully prepared to have to follow up with vendors and micromanage but I basically didn’t have to do anything. It was magical. Elizabeth and her team did so much work and went above and beyond in literally every way to ensure we had a perfect day. Anyway, if you’re struggling with choosing a photographer because there are 72525 million to choose from, and you like the style of Lauren’s photos, go for it ASAP. Lauren is incredible and I feel so lucky that we were able to work with her. And if you need a day-of coordinator (or a full blown wedding planner!) pick Elizabeth - she has the eye for design and the capability to pull it off and pull it off well!
Emily + M., 4 years ago
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Howerton+Wooten Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Imagine a wedding that truly reflects your unique love story and personality. At Howerton+Wooten Events, we are dedicated to making that vision a reality. Our experienced team takes the time to understand your essence and energy as a couple, forming meaningful connections that reveal who you are, how you live, and how you love. With this deep understanding, we design stunning wedding experiences that are vivid, personal reflections of your lifestyle, taste, and journey together. The result is a wedding you will cherish for a lifetime, a beautiful celebration that is unmistakably and uniquely yours.

Words cannot define the worth and joy it was to have Kawania and her team be a part of my wedding day. She was a constant advocate for our needs and budget throughout the process, being realistic at every turn. What I know now is that what you get with Kawania is experience and know-how of the industry. She has planned several weddings and events before and knows how to troubleshoot mishaps that may happen on the wedding day in real time. She understands that the day of the event is a special moment for everyone involved and she knows not to bring stress to the wedding party and to allow them to live in the moment. At subsequent weddings, I have felt that my friends needed this approach with their planners on their wedding day/weekend. I, being their guest or in their bridal party felt the disorganization that their planners or self-planning brought. This was not the case with Kawania. We had glowing comments about our wedding day for even a year after and how it was not just a ceremony but a day of entertainment. She is an excellent communicator. We had regular meetings throughout the year, about once a week. I have seen my friends have wedding planners who do not get back to them for several days after they have a question about their wedding. Kawania brought my vendors to me instead of me having to look for vendors on my own and when one did not work she always had another one that could take the place. She set up meetings with me and my vendors one-on-one and reviewed all of our vendor contracts to make sure that we were getting a fair contract and that expectations for the vendor and for us were both reasonable and what we were looking for. Being a very busy working professional I appreciated that Kawania went above and beyond to make sure that I stayed on the schedule and was extremely patient when there were moments when I could not. I value how she brought my vision to life and had such great attention to small details that my day was exceptional. I have seen my guests feature elements of my wedding at their subsequent events and it speaks to how she was able to set the bar high for what a classy and unique event should be. Far beyond a wedding planner, she has become someone that I keep in contact with after the wedding. She even checked in on me when there was a major catastrophic event that took place in the area where I lived months after the wedding. There were even moments when I became uncertain or stressed and focused on the wrong thing when it came to my wedding. Kawania, quite like a mother figure helped me realize what my focus should be and to ignore all other distractions so that when I walked down the aisle, I was in full confidence of how the day was going to be and did not feel a single ounce of stress on my wedding day. I could not be more thrilled to work with Kawania again. Although I do not see myself getting remarried I would certainly work with her for any big event I needed in the future. She has such a positive energy and global about her and brings a light to every interaction even difficult ones that makes her pleasant, respectable, dependable, and all around the absolute reason why my big day went off such success. I cannot state how tirelessly she and her team worked so when I did meet them in person but felt like I was meeting friends who knew exactly what I wanted. You will not regret working with Kawania and Howerton Wooten events!
M-E J., a month ago
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By Asa photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

I love how exciting and creative wedding photography can be while also giving me the opportunity to create something that is so meaningful to others. I got started with photography back in Michigan as a kid with my mom's old Minolta SLR. It wasn't until years later at art school in Kansas City that I realized how fulfilling and exciting wedding photography could be. It has been my focus ever since.

Asa is an absolutely amazing photographer to work with. My husband and I booked him for our wedding back in 2017, and we loved our photos so much that I invited him to be a preferred partner at a new event venue I helped open in 2019. He does wonderful work with lighting in particular. As a bride, he made us feel very natural, and we had a lot of fun with our photo session. I highly recommend him for wedding and family photography!
Andrea Van Wambeke, 4 years ago
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Create You Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

We are a team of creative professionals who specialize in coordination, design and planning. We offer full, partial or month of wedding planning and design packages. We also do bridal showers, baby showers, birthdays, retirement or engagement parties. Our design team provides full and partial venue design and execution.

Create You Events was the reason why our dream wedding became a reality!! My husband and I consider ourselves to be good planners, and like other couples, we thought we could make do without a wedding planner. We were only looking for a day-of coordinator when we reached out to Create You Events. We interviewed Vicky and realized the value she could provide us throughout the planning process. We quickly changed our stance and hired her as both our day-of coordinator and wedding planner. This was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. The amount of time and mental energy saved was beyond worth it. Vicky and her team's guidance kept us on schedule and organized during our nine-month timeline. Vicky was able to handle all obstacles in stride. No challenge was ever too big for her, and that calmed many of our nerves. What sets Vicky and her team apart is their ability to complement the areas that my husband and I lacked. We were transparent with those aspects which we weren't as prepared for and our budget constraints, and they would always found solutions or presented us with alternatives that met our needs. There were countless times when Vicky would save the day by bringing up things that we wouldn't even consider! She was great with vendor management and helped identify vendors that fit our criteria. In addition to Create You Events' planning and coordination service, we also opted for their decor services. What was the most dreaded part of planning for us was no longer a challenge. Trust me when I say they made all of our worries go away when it came to decor and signage. We were able to provide our vision and they delivered on every little detail. The arrangements and signage fit the elegance of our theme and venue perfectly. It was a huge benefit having a team that already understood our vision and was attentive to every request. Where do I begin for the day-of coordination? Vicky and her team were the calming force to our chaotic day. We wanted to maximize our day, so we planned our timeline down to the minute. From their planning, they set up our day so that we didn't have to make any major decisions. All we had to do was follow the timeline they put together for us. This allowed us to enjoy our day and appreciate the little moments we would have otherwise missed. Even when things that were out of our control went array, Vicky and her team didn't even flinch from the pressure and were quick to find a resolution, having no impact on our day. Simply put, we couldn't have had a perfect day without the involvement from Create You Events. The planning, decor, and coordination was stress free for us and allowed us to allocate our time to other areas that required more of our individual attention. Vicky and her team were incredibly easy to work with and we felt comfortable enough to share all of our circumstances with her. We will always give the highest recommendation to Create You Events to our friends and family for their wedding and/or any major event. We are still left in awe by how they were able to listen to our vision and run with it. We definitely won't miss wedding planning, but will miss our planning calls with Vicky. Just knowing we had the certainty and guidance from her made us feel like everything would be alright. Vicky, can we still have calls with you to help us plan the rest of our life? Hands down the best wedding
Ada Y., 6 months ago
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Exclusively Entertainment 

5.0

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

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!

Awarded Best of Zola
We've had the privilege of working with Exclusive Entertainment since 2015. They are by far one of the top entertainment companies in the business. Lead by their CEO Iman, EE is a first class operation both in DC and Miami. Music is one of the most important elements of any events so make sure to get it right with Exclusively Entertainment!
Eddie, 3 years ago
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TressArt By Serena 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Greetings to all you glamorous brides!!! My name is Serena and I am the Owner of Tress Art. I’ve been a licensed cosmetologist for over 15 years. I have dedicated 11 of those years to styling over 300 brides for their Big Day. It’s an honor to share those final moments with brides on their special day. I live to see my hairstyles turn an aisle into a runway. When I’m not glamming my clients, I love to travel, eat good food, spend time with loved ones and work on perfecting my craft.

Awarded Best of Zola
Serena is a true professional, and is committed to ensuring you are completely in love with your hair style. I had a very (very) difficult time deciding what hairstyle to go with for my wedding day, and she patiently helped me consider different styles that worked best for the weather, my dress, venue, etc. Furthermore, I have very thick 4c natural hair that she handled with great care- there was none of the damage that I typically experience after having my hair straightened. A little anecdote- so the day before my wedding, Serena had pre-styled my hair by straightening it and installing clip ins. She left me with VERY specific instructions on how to maintain and protect the style during the day as it was pouring outside. As I started to get ready for the rehearsal that evening, I realized that I hadn't followed the directions as closely as I should have and was left with a hair catastrophe. I called Serena and she offered to come to my hotel to fix it! That is an example of her commitment to her clients. The day of the wedding, she styled myself and my 9 bridesmaids, and not only did she do so on schedule, but she was honestly fun to have around while we were getting ready. My bridesmaids all remarked on how much they liked her. Our hair stayed looking gorgeous as we took pictures in the humidity and even as we danced all night. I would highly recommend TressArt by Serena's services! I can't wait to be styled by her again.
Ida, 4 years ago
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John Bartenhagen Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

I work closely with you before and during the ceremony to ensure your vision comes to life. I aim to capture both traditional and candid moments of your day, from wedding party photos, to cutting the cake, to the unexpected glances and grins shared between you and the love of your life.

Awarded Best of Zola
John was an amazing photographer for our wedding! He was easy to work with in the planning stages and had great ideas for poses and combinations we should do. Day of, he was prompt and everywhere all at once! During the reception, I would turn around and find him getting the perfect shot. We had 115 guests and John got good pictures of all of them!
Dorothy N., 2 years ago
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Aprebs Video Creations 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Hi! I'm Andrew, nice to meet you. I originally studied Photography at Salisbury University before moving on to teach Ballroom dancing for 7 years. While working in the dance industry I got the chance to film various dance performances and events and many hopeful new couples preparing for their first dance. I also have a YouTube channel I run and do my own editing for. I really got immersed in that process and it felt relatively familiar because I was used to photo editing. Putting them both together was a no brainer at that point. And thus, Aprebs Video Creations was born! Reach out to me about filming for your wedding today!

Andrew is a professional. From beginning to end we felt confident in his ability to run the show. He became part of our "vendor" team a couple weeks from our wedding but he made us feel as if he was hired way back. No added stress with him (can I get an AMEN?!). He made space for us before and after the wedding for a few couples-questions and I think that was our favorite part of the whole thing. We have sweet, loving, cozy, and real footage of all the jitters before and all the joy and happiness after the wedding. WE WILL BE FOREVER THANKFUL TO THIS MAN. WE LOVE YOU ANDREW
Arash M., 3 years ago
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SpeechLess Music DC 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

SpeechLess is a boutique entertainment group with dedication to musical excellence and five-star service. Whether you need a jazz ensemble for your holiday party, strings for your wedding ceremony, or a high energy band and DJ for your reception, SpeechLess has you covered. SpeechLess has performed for numerous household names including Taylor Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Steph Curry, and Earth Wind & Fire. Corporate clients include Salesforce, Bloomberg, Stella Artois, and Mercedes Benz. We've performed at the Conrad Washington DC, Belle Haven Country Club, and the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown.

The SpeechLess team is incredibly easy to work with, supplies such amazing musicians who always engage with our clients, and truly ensures success of the event from start to finish!
ABP Agency, 8 months ago
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Experience Events and Designs LLC 

3.7

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Experience Events & Designs LLC is an event and wedding design company that specializes in curating weddings and special events. Each event is unique and customized to our clients liking. Our moto is "It's more than an event; it's an Experience" Our mission is to create memorable events that is satisfying to each and every client. We appreciate you considering us to be your planner or designer for your next event. We can't wait to work together with you and would be thrilled to be a part of your Experience!

I have hired Experience Events and Design for several events and each time, they have exceeded my expectations and created a memorable experience for me and my guests. From a BRAVO themed birthday party with surprise Cameos from my favorite Bravo Celebrities, to coordinating the use of fog with a vendor who said "no fog", they ensure that a smooth and memorable event of my dreams comes true. Angie and Keyonna's creativeness, attention to detail and transparency allow for a collaborative experience through the planning process and they provide guidance that is honest and sincere. When needing support for events, I can always trust that Experience Events and Design are going to deliver a high quality experience that my guests will love.
Joi, CEO J., 7 months ago
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Swaadish by Neelma 

5.0

  • Baker
  • Starts at $60
  • Serves Fairfax, VA

Swaadish By Neelma is a luxury dessert company specializing in exquisite South Asian flavors. We stand out with our commitment to both taste and presentation, earning us a 5-star Google rating. Proudly South Asian and woman-owned, we are based in Montgomery County and take great pride in our exceptional customer service.

We have been ordering from Swaadish by Neelma for years, and each experience has been consistently wonderful. The customer service is always top-notch, making every interaction a positive one. Their desserts are truly luxurious—freshly baked, delicious, and uniquely crafted. The cakes are not only beautiful on the outside but also incredibly flavorful on the inside. Swaadish has a way of making each dessert a work of art, both in taste and presentation. If you're looking for high-quality, elegant desserts, Swaadish by Neelma is the place to go. We have never been disappointed, and we highly recommend them.
Priti M., 10 days ago

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