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Let’s talk About It: Catholic Weddings and First Looks Tradition & History The tradition of the groom not seeing the bride before the wedding day is often assumed to be a Catholic tradition. However, you might be surprised by its origins! This tradition dates back to the time of arranged marriages and was aimed […]
April 24, 2024
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A romantic, downtown Virginia engagement session- talk about a perfect evening! Wedding planning has a way of filling every weekend with another decision, another email, or another item to check off the list. That’s why I loved this engagement session so much. For a couple of hours, there was nowhere Gracie and Joe needed to […]
August 11, 2026
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The Most Beautiful Catholic Churches in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia Planning a Catholic wedding means choosing more than just a beautiful wedding venue. You’re choosing a church where you’ll receive one of the most sacred sacraments of your lives, then celebrating with the people you love most! The DMV is home to incredible historic […]
July 28, 2026
