Mai and Alex – where to begin! Their Showroom DC wedding was a showstopper! Mai, an event planner herself, designed and planned the whole thing! It was fun seeing her vision come to life after hearing about all of the things she had planned when I photographed their engagement photos earlier this year. My favorite part of the whole day, aside from details upon details, were the whole heart, in love emotions that Mai and Alex shared every moment they looked at each other. Right before the first look, I rode down in the elevator with Mai and said… close your eyes, stop and take a deep breath. I always remind my couples to just relax for a second… soak in this moment… and THEN take a step forward. With the madness of a wedding day and people calling your name left and right, it’s easy to go though the motions without really feeling the moment. The first look was such a sweet moment that lasted a few minutes followed by some gorgeous bride and groom portraits on the grand staircase! Afterwards we welcomed the rest of the wedding party for photos before heading over to The Showroom for the ceremony!
Smiles from ear to ear, laughing, crying, laugh-crying… it never gets old to be a witness to two people in love. Mai and Alex tied the knot with a rooftop ceremony! We snagged some portraits on the roof once all of the guests left for cocktail hour – some of my favorites! Mai and Alex had several food stations set up for their reception: tacos, macaroni and cheese bar, Pho, donuts, chicken and waffles… am I missing anything? It was so delicious! The reception was a pink and gold dream with white florals and clear chairs.
Getting Ready: Grand Hyatt DC
Venue: The Showroom
Caterer: Main Event Caterers; New Season Restaurant & Bar
Dress: The Bridal Room
Makeup: Tamar C Makeup
Hair: Mimi Lopez Hair
Videographer: Olea Films
Bridesmaid Dresses: Dessy Group
Men’s Suits/Tuxes: Suit Supply
Rings: Quest Jewelers
Donuts: Sugar Shack
Florist: Toulies en Fleur
Music: DJ EPX
Planning & Design: Mai Nguyen (the bride!)