Chic Outdoor Wedding

Keli and Nick were inspired by the traditional Virginia countryside for their chic summer wedding in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Their Inspiration

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Their Inspiration

It didn’t take long for Keli and Nick to know that their whirlwind romance was for keeps. “We decided early on to do a destination wedding,” says Keli, who fell in love with Charlottesville, Virginia, during frequent trips from the couple’s home in Washington, D.C. Inspired by the traditional Virginia countryside, Keli and Nick created a chic outdoor wedding with a blue-and-white scheme that was as classic as the groomsmen’s seersucker suits.

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Wedding Gown: Vera Wang, through Sak's Fifth Avenue
Groom's Attire: Brooks Brothers
Photographer: Katie Stoops Photography; 804/304-9419
Wedding Planner: Easton Events; 434/293-4898

The Invitations

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The Invitations

Hand addressed by caligrapher Mara Zepeda, the invitations set the tone for the color scheme.

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Hand-addressed invitations: Mara Zepeda

The Venue

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The Venue

The classic architecture of the Clifton Inn was an ideal backdrop for the wedding.

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Ceremony and Reception Venue: Clifton Inn; 434/971-1800

Welcome Bags

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Welcome Bags

Burlap bags stamped with the wedding logo greeted guests in their rooms.

Keli's Bridesmaids

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Keli's Bridesmaids

The bridesmaids wore different dresses in varying shades of blue. The bride's bouquet included dusty miller and eco-friendly balsa wood flowers.

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Flowers: Pat's Floral Designs; 540/948-5611
Bridesmaid's dresses: Amsale, through Hitched Salon; 202/333-6162

Pink and Green Bouquet

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Pink and Green Bouquets

The bridesmaids' bouquets featured shades of light pink and green.

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Flowers: Pat's Floral Designs; 540/948-5611

Boutonnieres

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Boutonnieres

The groomsmen's boutonnieres were tied with burlap.

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Flowers: Pat's Floral Designs; 540/948-5611

Special Touches

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Special Touches

The pair's monogram and date were sewn into the lining of Nick's suit.

The Ceremony

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The Ceremony

A custom-built arbor was adorned with orchids at the ceremony site.

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Ceremony and Reception Venue: Clifton Inn; 434/971-1800

Wedding Music

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Wedding Music

A Scottish bagpiper led everyone from the ceremony to the cocktail hour.

Recption Tables

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Reception Tables

An inexpensive alternative to traditional table linens, burlap adds texture and an organic feel to wedding and tabl decor.

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Rentals: Festive Fare; 434/296-5496

Toasted Meringue Wedding Cake

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Toasted Meringue Wedding Cake

The vanilla wedding cake was covered in toasted Swiss meringue.

Escort Cards

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Escort Cards

Escort cards, made from matches, were a nod to Keli and Nick's meeting on match.com.

Wedding Favors

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Wedding Favors

Flip-flops gave guests a comfortable rest from a long day in heels.

Reception Drinks

Reception Drinks

The couple served local wines, including Virginia FIZZ by Thibaut-Janisson.

The Dance Floor

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The Dance Floor

A projector lit up the dance floor with the couple's monogram.

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Lighting and staging: Skyline Tent Company; 434/977-8368

Reception Treats

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Reception Treats

A local vendor surprised guests with hot apple cider-flavored donuts at the end of the evening.

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Donuts: Matt Rhodie, Carpe Donut; 434/806-6202

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