Shawni & Ben
The DAR, Washington. June fifth. The day, as it happened.
Chapter I
The Venue
Memorial Continental Hall, the DAR · Washington, DC
One block west of the White House, the Daughters of the American Revolution keep a Beaux-Arts landmark in white marble: thirteen columns along the portico, one for each of the original colonies, with a clear line of sight to the Washington Monument. On the fifth of June, it was Shawni and Ben’s.
Chapter II
The Styling
A hand-lettered welcome at the door, calla lilies by the armful, five tiers of cake, and tables set beneath the barrel vault. The house, dressed for the evening.
Chapter III
The First Look
Ben waited at the balustrade with the Monument for company. Shawni crossed the terrace behind him. Half the wedding party watched through the windows.
Chapter IV
The Wedding Party
Laughter on the couch, bottles cracked around the table, and one very sharp lineup at the front door.
Chapter V
The Ceremony
Under the flag, in front of everyone they love: mothers walked, the little ones sprinted, the vows held steady, and the whole lawn let go at the kiss.
Chapter VI
The Reception
Then the house turned into a dance hall: a first dance with the Monument watching, a crowd that would not sit down, and one last kiss on the balustrade.
Credits
The team behind the day
Venue The DAR, Washington DC
Photography Ethan W
Planning & Catering Simply Fresh Events, Hillary Clagett
Music Bryan George Music
Rentals & Tent Select Event Rental
Every frame from the day, kept exactly as it felt.
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