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101 Constitution Avenue Vibrant Summer Wedding

July 16, 2019

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101 CONSTITUTION AVENUE SUMMER COLORFUL WEDDING

I absolutely love being able to capture weddings alongside friends like Hannah of Hannah Smith Photography, especially when they take place at iconic spots in DC like the 101 Constitution Avenue Rooftop!! This wedding took place just about a year ago and I realized with everything last summer that I never got around to blogging it! When July came back around, I knew I wanted to feature their beautiful, colorful, vibrant and FUN wedding day on the blog!

C & K got ready downtown, had their pictures taken at Union Station and then celebrated the night away with a BEAUTIFUL reception at 101 Constitution Avenue’s rooftop! Although it was sprinkling rain throughout the day, you couldn’t tell from how happy and joyful the entire day was. Parts of their day were so unique like their bubble exit out of the church, the donut cart that Kenny made HIMSELF (how cool is that?! serious skills), their Clemson chant and their incredible #ShockleyandAww neon sign! Alexandra of Alexandra Nesterak Events did a flawless job making sure the day stayed on track while hoping around D.C. and did an impeccable job with the reception design!

Well before I get too wordy, I’ll let you see everything yourself!

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LOVED the florals and her dress!

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Awww I absolutely love bridesmaids first looks! They’re always so sweet

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All the feelsss

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First look with her dad, so even MORE feels!

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Bubble exit for the win!!

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Rainy days are saved by taking pictures at Union Station!

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Casually want my reception decor to look like this one day!!

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1o1 Constitution Ave has THE BEST view of the Capitol!

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I’m not crying, you’re crying

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The surprise for their guests!!

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Vendors that made the day possible:

Venue: The Rooftop terrace at 101 Constitution

Wedding Planner: Alexandra Nesterak

Assistant Photographer: Manali Photography

Brides Dress: Lazaro from Love Couture 

Bridesmaid Dressed: Bella Bridesmaids in DC

Hair + Make-up: Abagael Wellman

Cake: Alexandria Pastry Shop

Band: The Bachelor Boys

Catering: Charlie Palmer

Invitation Suite: from feel good invites

Guest Book: Miss Design Berry

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