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The Chic & Cozy Carlton Hotel

We had such a fabulous time in New York City last week, and in particular we loved our stay at The Carlton Hotel. Bridal Market can be a bit stressful since we're running from appointment to appointment without much time to breathe, but having this fabulous hotel as our home base made this particular trip one of our most enjoyable ones to date!

There are tons of options for lodging in NYC, but The Carlton really has it all. It's in a prime location, and the boutique hotel exudes an element of comfort and glamour at the same time. The staff was completely accomodating and genuine, which made us feel right at home.

The decor and architecture are stunning and the aesthetic is so unique-- making it perfect for special events [think weddings, bridal showers, and engagement parties]. We were disappointed that we didn't have time to enjoy a full meal at the hotel's restaurant, Millesime, as we heard glowing reviews from other guests.  If you're headed to NYC, we'd highly recommend it as a place to stay, or a venue to consider for all of those wedding-related soirees!

Thanks again to the wonderful staff for making this trip as easy and relaxing as possible!

[All photos by Hitched gals]

Love Brunch At The Hay-Adams

We just received some photos from the fabulous Love Brunch that we attended last month at The Hay- Adams hotel here in DC. We had such a great time at the event that we had to share it with you (better late than never, we figure!). Besides, as one of the most gorgeous spots for a wedding in DC, The Hay- Adams is always worth a mention!

The newly renovated Hay-Adams rooftop boasts one of the best views of the city, and the decor for the Love Brunch was subtle and elegant. Gorgeous pink flowers and crisp clean linens created a classy, romantic vibe, which we adored!

The food at The Hay-Adams is just as spectacular as the view, and we loved the chef's selections of oatmeal souffle, fancy breakfast sandwiches, and fresh fruit. Each course was more delectable than the last!

While we enjoyed our meals and mingled with other wedding gurus, we were serenaded by a beautiful string quartet, creating a wonderful ambiance.

The staff at The Hay-Adams is also extremely warm and friendly, making them a joy to work with when it comes to planning any special event. A huge thanks to our hosts, Doug Camp and Alison Okobi. We had such a wonderful time and hope that you'll all check out this amazing venue for your upcoming affair.

[All photos by Jennifer Lust]

Fairmont DC Sip & Sample Recap

If you're hoping for an event that exudes the utmost amount of elegance and class, you should absolutely consider The Fairmont Hotel as a wedding venue. We had the pleasure of participating in the fabulous "Sip & Sample" event hosted by our dear friends at The Fairmont Washington DC last week. We had such a fun time mingling with vendors, exploring the gorgeous space, meeting brides-to-be, and showing off gowns and bridesmaid dresses from Hitched!

In addition to being a stunning location, the folks over at The Fairmont DC are incredibly warm and welcoming, making them a total dream to work with during your planning process-- and believe us, that's key!

For a full recap of the event and some more fun photos, check out the article in The Georgetown Dish!

[Special thanks to our friends over at Freed Photography for providing us with these great images!]

Barn Beauty

There is something so romantic about a barn wedding. The rustic outer shell coupled with a dazzlingly cozy interior just screams romance. A barn's high, sloping ceilings are perfect for hanging strings of lights, and the perfectly unpolished structure will contrast with your flowers, making them look just stunning.

A large barn will provide plenty of room for dinner and dancing, and makes for gorgeous photographs. Some tips to pull it off seamlessly? Consider local seasonal produce, jams, or flowers as favors for your guests. Play up the barn setting by using hay bales or barrels as extra decor. Set up long farm tables and serve dinner family style. Check out these photos for more inspiration!

  

          

[Photo Credits from top: 1 & 5 from 100 Layer Cake, 2,3,4,7,9 via Green Wedding Shoes, 6 from Style Me Pretty, 8 via District Weddings] 

Hitched Bride On SMP!

We love our brides, and we love Style Me Pretty... so naturally, we get pretty pumped anytime they get together. One of our sweetest HItched brides, Jen, was featured on the blog last week, and her Los Angeles wedding was absolutely incredible! From the totally impressive DIY details, to the amazing location (the SmogShoppe-- check it out!), to how stunning she looked in her Modern Trousseau gown, Jen and Tim's wedding was unbelievably creative and beautiful. But don't take our word for it-- check out these oh-so-gorge photos by the uber-talented Natalie Moser.

 

 

For more details, photos, and utter loveliness, check out the full post here.

A huge congrats to Jen and Tim! We are so thrilled to have been a part of your day, which looks like it was an absolute blast. Best of luck in your new life together!

[All photos by Natalie Moser via Style Me Pretty]

A Ritzy Farewell

Ahh, The Ritz-Carlton. Just the name itself brings up visions of luxurious, posh events. So no, it's certainly not newsworthy to tell you that the Ritz is a fabulous place to have a wedding (we all know that!), but we wanted to tell you about a particularly cool experience we recently had at the Ritz here in DC that wasn't related to a wedding or fancy ballroom.

This is the exterior of the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, located just a few blocks away from our boutique. See that smoke stack coming out of the roof? Well, tucked inside is a tiny, quaint dining area that's perfect for an intimate gathering (think small rehearsal dinner, quiet bachelor/bachelorette dinner party, or wedding party brunch).

The Chimney Stack was the perfect location for the farewell dinner we had a few weeks back for one of our fabulous employees, Rachel. She just graduated from Georgetown University and is headed off to New York City, so we thought that Big Apple-themed table decor would fit the bill.

For a simple, crisp centerpiece, we filled different sized vases with red and green apples. As place cards, we found a variety of NYC-themed books and attached name tags to the pages using tiny wire bookmarks from Etsy seller IvyLeaf. At the end of dinner, we collected all the books to give to Rachel, and each guest got to take their bookmark home as a keepsake.

Of course, it wouldn't have been a proper dinner party without spectacular food, and the Ritz truly delivered! We ordered from the menu of their acclaimed restaurant, Farenheit, and both the service and food were to die for.

Always a treat to have fun night out with all the Hitched ladies! Rachel, we miss you already!

[Photo credits: 1&2 via The Ritz-Carlton, all others personal Hitched photos]