Remember the days when you had to look through a small glass lens in order to take a photo? And you had to hope that you had everything just right – good lighting, steady hands, big smiles and wide open eyes – because you weren’t going to see that picture until it was developed, days […]

Like many metropolitan areas, Washington, DC is a hub for busy professionals who probably spend more time commuting or at work than they do at home. They strive to balance their jobs, working out, personal relationships, keeping a clean home, getting enough sleep, and the list goes on (and on). Throw an engagement into the […]

If you can believe it, Claire Durán Weddings and Events turned 5 years old in October! Sometimes we look back and think, where did the time go?! And other times we can’t believe that it’s only been five years. The amount we have been able to both envision and accomplish in these past several years brings […]

Natalie and Parker got to us as a referral of our uber talented friend (and almost CDWE team member), Asia Pimentel. Once we connected, from the first call I knew we were going to have lots of fun planning and designing their wedding. They were getting married at one of our favorite venues all around, Casa […]

Though Erika and Shayan grew up in the same area of Montgomery County, Maryland (Gaithersburg and Potomac, respectively—just 20 minutes apart), they finally met in 2014. At first, their relationship was long distance with Shayan living in Orlando where he had settled after graduating from law school, and Erika living and working in Washington, D.C. […]

Our couple J+A chose Sanctuary Adults-Only Resort in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic, as their wedding location, and we were tremendously supportive of this choice. We love this resort because not only it offers amazing accommodations and amenities for the guests and it’s just about 15 minutes away from the airport, but also because it gives […]

We just love a classic Washington, DC wedding! Katy & Taylor’s wedding this past Summer was exactly that. Celebrated with a ceremony at the St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church, photos at the Jefferson Memorial and reception at Capitol View at 400, these two really showed their guests some of DC’s beauty. Even though life has taken […]

You’ve found your perfect romantic match. Now it’s time to discover your perfect wedding day style … in cocktail form! To get started, simply choose the answer that best represents you.   QUESTION 1 – At home, you can be found: A.) Hanging out with friends and family that have popped past for an impromptu […]

We always like creating a deep connection with our couples. And what happened with Kastyn and Nick is a perfect representation of this. Guys, I miss them so very much. When wedding day came through, I was so overjoyed that everything happened so wonderfully and that they got the celebration of their dreams, but I […]

Dayana and Troy’s wedding this past September was just picture perfect. The exquisite Great Marsh Estate in Bealeton, Virginia was the most beautiful location for their big day–the garden backdrop for their ceremony alone was something to absolutely swoon over. Captured by the lovely Michelle Whitley Photography and adorned with garden blooms put together by […]