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Chic Outdoor Wedding

By Jennifer Bonds
January 19, 2011
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Keli and Nick were inspired by the traditional Virginia countryside for their chic summer wedding in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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Their Inspiration

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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

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The Invitations

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

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Hand-addressed invitations: Mara Zepeda

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The Venue

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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

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Welcome Bags

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

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Keli's Bridesmaids

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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

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Pink and Green Bouquets

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

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

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Boutonnieres

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The groomsmen's boutonnieres were tied with burlap.

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

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Special Touches

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

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The Ceremony

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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

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Wedding Music

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

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Reception Tables

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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

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Toasted Meringue Wedding Cake

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The vanilla wedding cake was covered in toasted Swiss meringue.

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Escort Cards

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

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Wedding Favors

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

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Reception Drinks

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

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The Dance Floor

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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

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Reception Treats

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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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