Best of Hunt Country Weddings 2024
Written by Kaitlin Hill
Our Best of Hunt Country Weddings 2024 includes some truly special couples, events, and wedding themes. While some newlyweds opted to have their pet pup on-site, others swapped traditional cake cutting for ice cream trucks and cake flipping, resulting in the memorable moments captured below!
Megan & Tanner
December 30, 2023
Megan and Tanner started off their 2024 as the newest of newlyweds, having celebrated their wedding on New Year’s Eve weekend. They matched the winter mood with a color palette of white and silver and pops of emerald in the bridesmaids’ dresses and greenery.
Vendors:
Venue & Catering: The View at Bluemont
Planning: ARJ Productions
Photography: Maddy Williams Photography
Florist: Edge Floral Event Designers
Beauty: Updos For I Dos
DJ & Videographer: Washington Talent
Cake: Classic Bakery
Susan & Daniel
May 18, 2024
Susan and Daniel spent their wedding day surrounded by all of their favorite things — family, friends, pets, and touches from their favorite trilogy, “The Lord of The Rings.” From hobbit ring bearers to Middle Earth-inspired table names, their day was straight out of The Shire. The couple shares, “We really just wanted our wedding day to represent us and everything we love! We named our signature cocktails after our pets Bowie, Winnie, and Mamba; we had an ice cream truck instead of a cake; and we filled the day with nods to our favorite trilogy, ‘The Lord of the Rings.’” They continue, “We can’t put into words how wonderful it was to be surrounded by our friends and family and feel all of their love and support. It truly made the day perfect.”
Vendors:
Venue: 48 Fields
Planning: Schilling Wedding Planning
Officiant: Jafar Singleton
Photography: Lieb Photographic
Videography: Gregorie Studios
Florist: The Flower Gallery in Manassas
Makeup: Erica Basha Bridal
Hair: Makeup By Ivett
DJ: Posh Life DJ
Catering: Little Heirloom
Ice Cream Truck: Captain Cookie
Bridal Dress: ZAKAA
Angela & Kevin
June 1, 2024
Angela & Kevin said “I Do” surrounded by family and friends at Rose Hill Manor in Leesburg. A shower of rose petals during the ceremony and pops of sage and coral made for the perfect early summer celebration.
Vendors:
Venue: Rose Hill Manor
Planning: Hellen Bark
Photography: Gabrielle Rose
Videography: Brighter Lights
Florist: Flower N Florist
Beauty: Susan Lim Makeup + Hair
Entertainment: Toussaint Productions
Dessert: Moon & Stars Bakery
Chocolate Fountain: The Chocolate Chick
Taylor & Zack
June 7, 2024
Taylor and Zack took advantage of Fleetwood’s gorgeous grounds as they frolicked through the vines and hydrangeas for their newlywed portraits. Heart-shaped sunglasses added a punch of fun for the elegant event.
Vendors:
Venue: Fleetwood Winery
Planning: Terry Kaye Events
Photography: Sarah Houston Photography
Videography: Michael Lemley Films
Florist: Rick’s Flowers
Beauty: Captivating Complexion
Entertainment: Obehi
Catering: Simply Fresh Events
Lauren & Michael
September 1, 2024
“Something blue” was on view at Lauren and Michael’s Stone Tower celebration, featuring stunning blue bridesmaids dresses and blue ties for the guys. More than color coordination, though, Lauren and Michael were focused on fun. Lauren shares, “Everyone we talked to asked us what our ‘vision’ was for the wedding, and we honestly just aren’t those kinds of people. It became a joke between us that the theme we were going for was ‘good wedding.’” She continues, “We had such a great time at our wedding, and wouldn’t have changed a thing! Even with how much time and effort was spent in planning the year leading up to the wedding, we already want to do it again. Also — if anyone is looking for something more unique than a cake cutting, we would highly recommend cake flipping.”
Vendors:
Venue: Stone Tower Winery
Photography: Gracie Withers Photography
Beauty: Fleur Beauty Studio
Entertainment: Tidewater Drive Band
Transportation: Road Yachts
After-Party: Spanky’s Shenanigans
Julie & Harrison
September 21, 2024
“The first time I toured the estate and saw the meticulously manicured grounds and walled gardens, I knew that was where I wanted to get married. It was like I had discovered a secret garden,” shares bride Julie of the couple’s decision to get married at Glenstone Gardens. Glenstone fit perfectly with her theme of green. She says, “Green is my favorite color, and I wanted lots of it. My planner and I leaned all the way into the lush greenness of Glenstone’s English gardens and lawns and carried it through into the reception tent.” Her overall wedding vibe highlighted the beauty of Hunt Country, a place close to her heart. “For years, well before I even met my husband, it’s been my escape from the city where I go riding and foxhunting on the weekends. … I’ve been riding in the Middleburg area for several years, and I wanted the wedding to incorporate that special Virginia Hunt Country and equestrian feel.”
Vendors:
Venue: Glenstone Gardens
Planning & Design: Vida Events
Photography: Vicki Grafton
Videography: Paul Kwak Films
Florist: Cedar & Lime Co.
Beauty: Caitlyn Meyer Hair and Makeup
Music: Kennedy Quartet
Band: The District Band
Catering: Blue Water Kitchen
Cake: Signature Sweets by Amanda
Amelia & Blake
October 26, 2024
Amelia and Blake celebrated their wedding in an explosion of autumn colors at The Red Fox Inn & Tavern. The outdoor ceremony was framed by a gorgeous flower arch and the reception was a cozy mix of emerald, burnt orange, and navy. Personal touches included a massive wheel of parmesan and University of Michigan flag for the dance floor photos.
Vendors:
Venue & Culinary: The Red Fox Inn & Tavern
Planning: Simply Chic Events
Photography: Anna Wright Photography
Florist: Nature Composed
Beauty: The Studio, Oxford, Mississippi
Entertainment: Zandi Entertainment
Transportation: Dulles Executive Sedan Services
Katie & Nathan
November 2, 2024
Goodstone Inn served as the stunning backdrop to Katie and Nathan’s wedding, dotted with pumpkins for an autumnal feel. They had an intimate reception in the Conservatory, complete with a cozy fire in the fireplace. And, as a surprise, they had the chance to experience a hunt. Nathan says, “We got to watch hunting dogs go out on a fox hunt on the morning of our wedding. It was so cool to see the dogs and hear them barking with a trumpet in the background.”
Vendors:
Venue: Goodstone Inn
Planning: Kelsey Regina Events
Photography: Kir Tuben
Florist: Twinbrook Weddings and Events
Beauty: Updos For I Dos
Entertainment: Atoka String Quartet & DC Rhythm LLC
Dessert: Liberty Baking Co.
Rentals: Select Event Group
Transportation: Reston Limousine
Published in the February 2025 issue of Middleburg Life.