Lauryn & Michael
HUTTON & BOBBY
western romance
Hutton and Bobby hosted an incredible weekend of festivities in Wyoming that will leave them and their guests with memories of a lifetime. The festivities kicked off with an intimate rehearsal dinner in a field for the bridal party, while guests enjoyed games and a ranch style dinner creekside, before coming together for a bonfire and s'mores. Friday guests enjoyed activities on the ranch as well as "Ranch Olympics", leading into a Western theme welcome party on the lawn. Saturday was focused on the wedding celebration with a ceremony set in the sage brush and sweeping views of the mountains. Dinner and dancing followed, before guests were invited to change into cozy pajamas and join a pajama themed dance party.
BRUSH CREEK RANCH - Saratoga, Wyoming
KT Merry Photography
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Celina & Rob
stephanie & mike
summer in the hamptons
topping rose house - hamptons, new york
Abby Jiu Photography
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Sasha & Andrew
Sasha & andrew
whimsical romance
It’s the smallest details that truly transform a wedding into a personalized, once-in-a-lifetime event. From pre-ceremony passed elderflower lemonade and calligraphed bags of flower petals to toss after the first kiss to expertly chosen place settings for an al fresco dinner under the stars, this soft and whimsical wedding at Keswick Hall truly captured the couple’s vision of a destination wedding that catered to their family and friends’ every wish.
Charlottesville, VA - Keswick hall
Abby Jiu Photography
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Anna & Jim
anna & jim
a greek love story
If you closed your eyes for just a moment, breathing deeply to inhale the scent of savory olive oil, salty tapenade, and sweet loukoumades {Greek donuts}, this wedding would transport you to the islands of Greece. This glamorous spin on a traditional Greek wedding brought the couple’s culture to life, infusing olive branches into the centerpeices, bags of sweet Jordan almonds, and joyous dancing like you’ve never seen.
bethesda, maryland - congressional cC
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured on Style Me Pretty
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Susan & Chris
susan & chris
EFFORTLESS SOPHISTICATION
Any great party with a 1920s vibe needs a fabulous bar, and this custom designed one takes the cake. Tufted panels and a trio of vintage chandeliers, paired with a soft palette of mint, dusty blue, and cream, set the scene for an unforgettable Jazz Age party, complete with French vintage jazz band to serenade guests throughout dinner. Craft cocktails, a vintage car, and over a dozen chandeliers throughout the dinner tent made it a wedding Gatsby himself would have loved to attend.
middleburg, virginia - goodstone inn
Clark Brewer Photography
Featured in Weddings Unveiled
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lauren & Daniel
Lauren & Daniel
modern elegance
This chic, modern wedding at the Hay-Adams (featured in the Winter 2015 issue of The Knot!) is feminine, modern and playful. Flowing ribbons, sleek and simple centerpieces, and a hint of sparkle from sequined linens created a light and airy feel, while an unbeatable view of D.C. serving as the backdrop for an evening of dancing and revelry.
Washington, dc - hay adams hotel
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured in Brides Magazine
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emily & Dennis
emily & dennis
EFFORTLESS SOPHISTICATION
Beneath a glass-sided tent on the grounds of the Goodstone Inn, organic, understated luxury set the scene. A neutral palette of warm wood tones, copper, cream and grey, was embodied by the custom lasercut Ceci New York invitation. Grey French linen chairs flanked grey washed acacia wood tables, fabulous cocktails flowed, and an elegant sweets bar tempted guests as they danced, with a clear ceiling panel over the dance floor let them celebrate under the stars.
Middleburg, va - goodstone inn
Abby Jiu Photography
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Debby & Laura
debbie & laura
a twenty year love story
For this love-filled affair taking place on the eve of the couples 20 year anniversary, guests wore black and white while the brides shone in rose gold, and all 65 guests dined at a single long table, creating a sense of intimacy that filled the room. Florals in shades of pink, from the palest blush to a near-ruby red, popped agains the black and white design, creating a modern feel in the timeless and historic space.
washington, dc - dar
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured in Washingtonian and Style Me Pretty
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Ramsey & Charles
RAMSEY & CHARLES
timeless in the emerald isle
A classic, black-tie, wedding in the Irish countryside. Attention to detail turned a wedding in the Irish countryside into a memorable weekend for all. Festivities kicked-off with a bridal tea along the lake for the ladies and clay shooting for the boys, followed by a welcome party in the library. The wedding day details included monogram dinner napkins and custom designed elements throughout.
CO. Laois, Ireland | Ballyfin demesne
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured on Martha Stewart Weddings
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Sigrid & Josh
sigrid & Josh
at home wedding
There is nothing more intimate than hosting family and friends in your own home. A tent finished with custom light shades and natural wood furniture drew inspiration from inside the couple’s home, with the airy colors of seaglass serving as a soft accent. A menu of the couple’s favorite foods, from hot pretzels and Brazilian grilled meats to a Danish hot dog cart and a morning-after Bloody Mary brunch, made this the ultimate in at-home entertaining.
Great falls, virginia - private residence
Lisa Ziesing with Abby Jiu Photography
Featured in Washingtonian Bride and Groom
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Becky & Michael
Becky and michael
intimate beer garden
A classic D.C. venue gets a unique twist, with craft beer at the center of this wedding’s inspiration. From the welcome basket, filled with Michigan beers and gourmet chips, to the four-course tasting dinner, it was a personalized experience that guests adored. The decor was classic with a twist, featureing a blush, navy, copper and cream palette and a ceremony beneath the trees, and the calligraphed beer flight paddles on the table (to serve a craft beer selected for each course!) added a playful touch true to the bride and groom’s passions.
Washington, dc - meridian house
Lisa Zeising for Abby Jiu Photography
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Lauren & Charles
EFFORTLESS SOPHISTICATION
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bethesda, maryland - congressional cC
Lauren and Randy
Abby Jiu Photography
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Lauren & Charles
elizabeth & matthew
fairytale on the emerald isle
Elizabeth and Matthews wedding took place in a castle in Ireland and was truly a fairytale come to life. A week long celebration including bus tours, bridal tea, rehearsal dinner and welcome party ended with a joy and tear filled wedding full of tradition, meaning and love.
co. clare, ireland - dromoland castle
Laura Gordon Photography
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Ellen & Chris
kristin & jameson
take me to the eastern shore
annapolis, maryland - whitehall estate
Abby Jiu Photography
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Lauren & Randy
lauren & Randy
english garden on the shore
Bride Lauren had a distinct and cohesive vision for her outdoor wedding on the shore - most importantly, the wedding should not feel nautical. Lauren's stunning Berta Bridal gown set the tone for a chic and effortless affair, featuring effortless green and white florals, a tent frame covered in vines so guests dined al fresco under the stars and whimsical calligraphy details.
wye river, maryland - wye river estate
Lisa Ziesing for Abby Jiu Photography
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Sushmitha & Sai
sushmitha & sai
Bold indian wedding
A traditional Indian wedding ceremony was followed by a more American style reception, which still drawing on their Indian roots. A custom four sided bar was the focal point of the reception space and featured a signature cocktail from the four cities close to Sushmitha and Sai's heart. Complete with bartenders dressed the part!
washington, dc - andrew mellon auditorium
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured in The Knot
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Candice & Alex
candice & alex
spring in DC
Candice and Alex were married in the heart of DC during cherry blossom season and selected a light and airy color palette of mint green and blush pink. Before their wedding ceremony they honored their Chinese heritage with a traditional Chinese tea ceremony. The wedding ceremony was officiated by Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, outside overlooking the Washington Monument. A traditional Chinese family style feast followed at long tables with simple floral centerpieces and elegant place settings.
washington, dc - Dar
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured in Washingtonian Bride and Groom
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Editorial Styling
editorial styling
In addition to weddings and events Lauryn Prattes Styling and Events works with individuals and publications on editorial styling pieces. We have experience with fashion styling as well as product and event specific styling work.
All locations
Laura Gordon Photography
For Engaged! Magazine
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Editorial Styling
TANA & MIKE
residential design
GOODSTONE INN - Middleburg, virginia
Abby Jiu Photography
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Candice & Alex
Kaila & Mihran
neutrals on the Eastern shore
Kaila and Mihran were married at Mihran's family home on the Eastern Shore. A neutral color palette was inspired by the homes organic surroundings, and a sweeping sailcloth tent featured a unique floor plan tables focused around central trees built inside. Modern and clean stationery featured leather accents, and place settings brought texture with wood and linen layers. A late night snack of Philly Cheesesteaks awaited guests, a nod to Kaila and Mihran's school in Philly where they met.
St. Michaels, Maryland - Private estate
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured in Washingtonian Bride and Groom
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Candice & Alex
ELIZABETH & JAY
love in provence
Elizabeth and Jay hosted an intimate wedding weekend for their closest friends and family in the heart of Provence. They began the celebrations with a welcome party in the quaint city of Lourmarin. The next day guests joined them on a hike in Cassis overlooking the sea, and then returned to Domaine de Fontenille for a splash in the pool. That evening guests enjoyed a Provencal style BBQ set in the rose garden. The next day the wedding ceremony included mountain views, while cocktail hour was set in the venues perfectly manicured French garden. Guests enjoyed a multi-course dinner on the back terrace before moving on to dancing in the courtyard.
DOMAINE DE FONTENILLE - LOURMARIN, FRANCE
Remi Dupac Photography
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Candice & Alex
Stephanie & Andy
spring in DC
Stephanie dreamed of a wedding with a large ballroom for her first dance, Parisian charm and inspired by Grace Kelly. Her Vera Wang gown and high bun hair style were timeless perfection for this former ballerinas National Cathedral nuptials. Following the ceremony guests were greeted with a sparkling rosé cart and lavender to toss. The reception featured whimsical details such as Stephanie's old toe shoes hanging in a vintage french wardrobe for the escort display, chandeliers and wisteria hanging over the head table and a harpist on a seemingly floating platform in the middle of the pool.
washington, dc - anderson house
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured on Martha Stewart Wedding
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Candice & Alex
MICHELLE & MATT
it was all a dream
GOODSTONE INN - MIDDLEBURG, VA
Abby Jiu Photography
Featured on BRIDES
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Candice & Alex
K & B
serena and lily in the mountains
Crooked river - bristol, virginia
Lauren Fair Photography
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Candice & Alex
elizabeth & Alex
fall in connecticut
mayflower inn - Washington, connecticut
Leila Brewster Photography
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Candice & Alex
christina & kevin
timeless and chic
st. regis - Washington, dc
Laura Gordon Photography
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Candice & Alex
lauren & cameron
meet me in italy
Lauren and Cameron's dream wedding in Ravello, Italy was focused around their guests experience. A welcome party at Palazzo Avino kicked off the events with lively music, overflowing Spritz's and Amalfi's famous views. The next day guests enjoyed a variety of activities including day trip to Pompeii, wine tour or lemon grove visit. That evening everyone met at Villa Maria for a traditional Italian dinner with folk music and dancing. The wedding day took place at Villa Cimbrone with a magical ceremony set on the cliffs and cocktail hour on the infinity terrace, before dinner under a canopy of flowers in the Crypt.
villa cimbrone - amalfi coast, italy
Abby Jiu Photography
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Candice & Alex
SCOTT & JEFF
modern and masculine
INN AT PERRY CABIN - EASTERN SHORE, MARYLAND
Abby Jiu Photography
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Candice & Alex
SOPHIE & DAVID
modern and masculine
Chateau de villete - Paris, France
Abby Jiu Photography
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Candice & Alex
KATHARYN & SCOTT
modern and masculine
Taormina - Sciliy, italy
James and Schultz
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Katharyn and Scott's Italian destination wedding was focused around family, friends and creating memories and experiences together. They hosted 5 events over 4 days highlighting all that Sicily has to offer. The festivities kicked off with a wine tour and luncheon at the famous Cottanera winery, followed by a chef's tasting dinner at Nunziatini, a restaurant in the heart of Taormina bursting with patterns and color. The following day guests were invited to a welcome party at Villa Saint Andrea, a Belmond property along the shore. Entertainment included a live action painter, chefs assembling a traditional millefoglie cake and ended with a fun Tarantella dance. For the wedding day Katharyn wanted a design that was classic, timeless and exuded romance. The ceremony took place in a tiny Catholic church in the town square, and guests walked back to the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo for cocktails, dinner and dancing.
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