I am pleased to introduce you to Angie and Jonathan! They are getting married at one of my favorite venues, Glen Ellen Farm. Learn more about this sweet couple below.
 
How did the two of you meet? 
We met in high school! We started dating junior year. Our first date was a Middletown football game. We went to get coffee and Jonathan asked me out afterwards on Sept 25, 2007. It’ll be just under 11 years on our wedding day.  
 
Angie, what do you love about Jonathan?
I love Jonathan’s compassion for people, kindness, and supportiveness.
 
Jonathan, what do you love about Angie?
I love how passionate she is, her honesty, and her thoughtfulness.
 
What is something special about the two of you?
That we’re kind of like a Yin and Yang – we respect our differences but also try to learn from each other and grow as a couple. I always try to be as kind as Jonathan, and he strives to be honest with himself, like me. And we’re not just partners, we’re best friends.
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
Travel! Even if it’s somewhere local. We love taking our dog, Gatsby, on adventures with us. We try to go on a date night every week!
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
Gatsby! Singing together, eating exotic foods, going to Capitals games, exploring our city (Alexandria, VA)
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
We just want to be surrounded by friends and family, and to celebrate the next chapter in our life with them. I would also like the sun to be shining…if that isn’t too much to ask. My favorite wedding theme, and the theme of our wedding is rustic chic – we’ll see if we can pull it off.
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
It was important for us to be comfortable with our vendors, and who better to coordinate our day than someone we know and respect! From Katie’s blog and Instagram, she seemed like she was just so organized and made for this work. Katie knew the venue, which was important to me. I love working with people who I know have great character.
 
Some advice to anyone willing to listen:
If you’re wondering what the most important thing is, or what saves a marriage/relationship – to me, its communication. Jonathan and I did 5 years long distance. We made it. We talked through all our problems and issues, and where our heads were at when we were apart. And that we loved each other. If you can’t articulate your feelings or needs, or you hesitate to do so…it can strain your relationship, or cause resentment. Jonathan is my favorite person to talk to, and we’ve worked really hard at our open communication.
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I am so excited to introduce you to Jenna and Franco! We have been working together for over a year to bring their dream wedding to life at the Sagamore Pendry in Fells Point, Baltimore. Y’all this wedding is going to be a showstopper with a list of first class vendors and a bride and groom that I adore, this will be one for the books! Learn more about Jenna and Franco below.
 
 How did the two of you meet? 
We met in high school at Archbishop Spalding. We reconnected a few years later out and about in Annapolis and the rest is history! 
 
Jenna, what do you love about Franco?
Franco is genuinely my favorite person in the world! He has a heart of gold and goes above and beyond for me and everyone in our lives. He is patient, kind, and my very best friend. I am the best version of myself because of him and I know he will make the most amazing father and life partner. He makes me laugh, is the best listener, and my every problem solver. It's just a bonus that he's so handsome! 
 
Franco, what do you love about Jenna?
I love that Jenna is a genuine person who really wants the best for us. She is the person I trust most and she's consistently pushing me to improve myself and make me a better person. I love how caring she is towards me and the feeling I get when I am with her. She's funny, smart, and an amazing woman.
 
What is something special about the two of you?
We love to travel and explore new places together. Every chance we get we take a long weekend, explore a new city, and have the best time just the two of us! 
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
We spend pretty much all of our free time with family or friends and wouldn't have it any other way! We have big growing families and enjoy being around the people we love most. 
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
Staying in, making dinner, and watching a movie with a glass of wine is our favorite! But when we are feeling more adventurous, we love trying new restaurants, sporting events, concerts, and traveling! 
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Our dream wedding is a room full of loved ones dancing the night away. Tons of florals, classic elegance and romantic touches will adorn the room but those are just details! We truly want everyone to have a blast and to feel so loved and appreciated for sharing our special day with us. 
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
The second I met Katie, I knew I was going to hire her! We met for coffee and beyond being so sweet and genuine, she completely understood everything about my wedding vision. I had a lot of ideas but had zero clue how to piece them together and Katie just gets it! People told me wedding planning would be stressful, and that hasn't felt further from the truth! With Social Graces, it has been an absolute dream and a lot of fun! 

Photography || Erika Lynn Photography

​If you have been around here for a while there is one thing you know, I LOVE pups. When Mattie Riley reached out about planning a styled shoot, I knew I wanted to take my love of dogs and mix it with wedding inspiration.

I reached out to some local Baltimore blogger babes, especially ones that I knew loved furry friends to see if they would model in the shoot. Ashley of Never Been So, Anna of Lifestyle by Anna Elizabeth and Michelle of Crohnically Blonde (and their beaus) were in!
 
We worked with Furever & Fur Always and some rescue pups from BARCS Animal Shelter to bring it all to life.
 
We set the shoot in Patterson Park near the pagoda. The ladies’ hair and makeup was created by All Things Beautiful by Brooke and Makeup by Farren. Beautiful dresses by TLC Bridal and Suiting from Christopher Schafer.

A perfect floral bouquet and floral dog accessories from Fleur De Lis Florist and an invitation suite and calligraphy details from Bare Ink Co. J’adorn Designs' delicate bridal jewelry was the perfect accent for our bridal beauties.

​I absolutely loved every minute of this shoot and I hope it inspires some furry friends at upcoming weddings. What could be better than having your best friend involved in the biggest day of your life?

Thank you to all of the vendors that made this awesome shoot happen – see listing below!!
 
Shoot featured on: Washingtonian Bride and Cake and Lace
 
Planning and Styling | Social Graces Events
Photography | Mattie Riley Photography
Florals | Fleur De Lis Florist
Hair | All things beautiful by Brooke
Makeup | Makeup by Farren
Dog Care | Furever & Fur Always
Dresses | TLC Bridal
Suiting | Christopher Schafer
Jewelry | J'Adorn Designs
Calligraphy | Bare Ink Co.
Models | Ashley of Never Been So, Anna of Lifestyle by Anna Elizabeth and Michelle of Crohnically Blonde

I am so excited to introduce you to Catherine and Kyle! I am thrilled to be working with this couple and their family as we prepare for their private estate wedding in May. Y'all, just under 300 people at a perfectly manicured garden ceremony on your family's property with a tented reception to follow and all the personalized antique details you can imagine, these are things dreams are made of! Get to know more about these two below!

How did the two of you meet? 
We met in high school art class! We sat next to each other were always laughing and having good conversation- so good that we signed up for another art class together the next year.  After he graduated we didn't really talk.  A couple years later I was taking college classes with his sister at the community college. She and I became friends and unexpectedly, she ended up reconnecting us.  We owe a lot to her for that one!
 
Catherine, what do you love about Kyle?
I love that Kyle is so loving and selfless.  He loves so unconditionally and always assures that I am loved, even when I am being absolutely unlovable! HAHA
 
Kyle, what do you love about Catherine?
What I love the most about Catherine is that regardless of how difficult of a day I've had, she always has the ability to make me laugh and smile as soon as I see her. 
 
What is something special about the two of you?
We both come from HUGE families! Lots of aunts, uncles and cousins and TONS of little ones!! We couldn't be any more excited for our wedding where the two families will all be together at once.
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
We love to spend time with family! Whether it's a family cookout, game night or Sunday dinner- we're there!
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
We are such foodies!  Some of our favorite restaurants are Otani, Nando's Peri Peri and Mamma Angela's. But one of our favorite date nights is going to Wegman's and then going home to cook a meal together.  
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Our dream wedding is being surrounded by the love of family and close friends and ultimately getting to marry one another.  While we are thrilled about the gorgeous florals and antique china and the wedding cake, we could do without all of that if it meant we get married!
 
Why did you chose to work with Social Graces?
We chose to work with Katie to keep us organized for our at home wedding.  There are so many little details that go into planning the big day and making sure it runs smoothly. Luckily we have had Katie to help keep us organized and focused along the way and we are confident that she will help make our wedding day flawless!

Photography || Katherine Elizabeth Photography

The ladies’ hair and makeup was created by Behind the Veil Beauty and featured fishtail braids and dewy pink hues, topped off with flower crowns from Keleidoscope Florals. Colorful floral spring outfits by The Boutique at Body Wellness and jewelry from J’Adorn Designs set the tone.

Megan of Copper Stone Co. not only handcrafted the awesome calligraphy dream catchers and champagne bottle, but was also a model!

One of my favorite parts of the shoot was The Blue Photo Bus because no bachelorette party would be complete without photo documentation of the big event and this might be the most creative photo booth out there.

Thank you to all of the vendors that made this awesome shoot happen – see listing below!!

​I am so excited to welcome Alexa and RJ to the Social Graces family! I cannot wait for their wedding in April. Get to know a little bit more about these two below!!

How did the two of you meet?
RJ and I met in Salisbury, MD while attending college at Salisbury University. I had transferred to Salisbury my sophomore year and was introduced to him through our roommates. At the time, he was dating someone. Therefore, he was just that, “really cute guy” every girl talked about. Months later, I heard he was single. He decided to spend the night out with us and that was when he really hit it off. We danced and laughed and before dropping me off that night, cuddled in the back of a friend’s pickup truck. I remember getting that butterfly feeling in my stomach and thinking, “I could really get used to this.”

Alexa, what do you love about RJ?
I think the number one thing I love about RJ is that he makes me smile. I find myself just randomly smiling at him and feeling so incredibly happy. I love that he makes me laugh and is one of my biggest supporters. He motivates me to chase my dreams and encourages me when I need it. I love that he is sweet and is always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. He is such a selfless human being; always thinking about what’s best for our future together. I love that he loves me for who I am and that I can completely be myself when I’m with him. RJ is an amazing, loving man and I’m so incredibly blessed to have him in my life. 
 
RJ, what do you love about Alexa?
Alexa is the most kind, caring, and beautiful girl I’ve ever met.  From the first time I saw her, I was infatuated; and as soon as I got to know her, I knew that she was the one.  We have mutual interests and aspirations and when we’re together, there’s never a dull moment.  She makes me laugh, drives me to be better, and more importantly than anything else, and makes life fun.
 
What is something special about the two of you?
RJ and I genuinely enjoy each other’s company. The two of us are completely satisfied with just being together….not having to go out to have a good time. We love to sit together and watch a movie and could crack each other up for hours. 
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
In our free time, we like to hang out with our 4 year old English Bulldog Cali, watch Netflix movies, take walks around the neighborhood, explore cute towns and take extended weekend trips! 
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
Olive Garden is our first date and one of our favorite meals
Mrs. Doubtfire is our favorite movie
Drinking wine
OBX
Listening to Christmas music around the Holidays
He loves to cook, I love to bake
Being with family
St. Michaels, MD
Watching movies, we watch movies almost every night. 
Country music & country concerts
Visiting Salisbury where it all started. 
Taking drives together, listening to music. 
Just being by ourselves, just the two of us. 
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
My dream wedding has a vintage, romantic feel. It leaves everyone feeling the love and in turn feeling loved. It’s one where everyone is mingling and laughing, the food is amazing and people dance all night long. My dream wedding is one where everyone is smiling and creating a memory that will last forever. 
 
Why did you chose to work with Social Graces?
I had been looking for event planners for about a month until I stumbled upon Social Graces Instagram. I immediately fell in love with her aesthetic of her page, and felt connected to her right away. I had doubts with some of the other event planners I came across, but with Katie it felt like a natural match. As soon as I contacted her, I could tell she was sweet and knew she genuinely wanted to be a part of our special day. Turns out, I was right, I met Katie and she is the absolute sweetest and compassionate about her amazing work. I cannot wait to work with Social Graces! 

Being the coordinator at The Big Fake Wedding in Baltimore in September was an absolutely amazing experience. I was able to collaborate with some of the very best vendors in the business and interact with future Baltimore area brides and grooms all within the amazing space at Main Street Ballroom in Ellicott City.
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Check out all the beautiful details and vendors below!!

Alcohol : Social Sparkling Wine | Airstream Cotton Candy + Coffee : The Cozy Caravan Club | Bar : Oh My Gahs | Bridal Alterations : My’s Bridalterations | Catering : Zeffert and Gold Catering and Event Planning | Day of Coordinator : Social Graces Weddings | DJ : DJ Jimmy T Entertainment | Engraved Favors & Gifts : Lighthouse Lazer | Event Rentals (Farm Tables and Chairs) : Something Vintage Rentals | Event Rentals (Highboys and Linens) : Party Plus Tents + Events | Floral & Event Design (Bouquets, Boutonnieres, Head Table + Table 3,4) : Southern Blooms | Floral & Event Design (Ceremony Backdrop + Table 2,5,6) : Maryland Bay Blossoms | Floral Accessories : Wrenegade Floral Design | Groom’s Cake : The Cake Studio | Hair + Make Up : Silver Immersion | Hotel : 1840s Plaza | Invitations (Black Floral) : Attitude & Gratitude | Invitations (Red Floral) : Bowerbox Press| Invitations (Gold Foil, Purple + Gray) : Silver Orchard Creative | Jewelry : Saxon’s Diamond Centers | Menswear : Blank Label | Photobooth: Lux Amare Weddings | Photography : L.A. Birdie Photography | Photography : Lisa Robin Photography | Photography : Jen Harvey Photography | Picture Keeper : Share Your Photos | Signage : To Put it Eloquently | Switzerland Travel : Derungs Quinter Immobilien | Travel : Time for Travel | Venue : Main Street Ballroom | Wedding Cake : Mimi’s Mocha Treats | Wedding Day Maps : Pluma Palomino | Wedding Dress : Bridals by Elena | Wedding Vow Art : The Standard Canvas

I am so excited to welcome Theresa and Jeremy to the Social Graces family! I am looking forward to their wedding in March!! Learn a little bit more about these two below.

How did the two of you meet?
We were setup by mutual friends of ours. The husband was friends with Jeremy when they were kids and Theresa met his wife in college. After college, they decided to move down to the DC area and lived with Jeremy's parents for a couple months while they were looking for a place to rent in DC. 
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​When they finally found a place in DC, Jeremy helped them move into their apartment and Theresa helped them organize it later that night. She saw a picture of the moving crew and immediately noticed Jeremy because of his red hair (Theresa loves redheads). She asked her friends about it and they worked hard to make sure that Theresa & Jeremy met each other. Jeremy recently found out that Theresa kept rescheduling the date and cancelling. Jeremy had no idea that all of happened until after the final date was chosen. Theresa's friend told her she had to show up and take a chance! ​
 
They setup a double date with us in Oct. 2015 and we have talked every day since!
 
Theresa, what do you love about Jeremy?
Jeremy is a solid and sure person. His confidence is contagious, but he is also so humble in his gifts and intelligence. He is always there for me and one of the most faithful and honest people I've ever met. In all of his seriousness though, he is so silly and continuously makes me laugh with his many faces, his dance moves and his singing and quoting of movie. I also love how important his family is to him and I have no doubt that when we have a family, he will be any different.

Jeremy, what do you love about Theresa?
Theresa has a way of getting me out of my shell. She instantly brightens my day and goes out of her way to love and support me. I love her enthusiasm, passion and zest for life and I know there will never be a dull moment in our life together. I love that she is a strong and independent but Christ-centered woman. 
 
What is something special about the two of you?
Our personalities are very different, but as cheesy as it sounds, we complement each other. We have a respect and understanding of our differences and we learn from each other and support each other when our faults surface.
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
Trying new restaurants (we try to never go to the same restaurant twice), wine tastings, meeting​up with friends, watching Fixer Upper (Theresa's fave), dreaming about our future dream home, and cooking together. Mostly, we like to make each other laugh. And we love to travel!
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
We love virtue feed and grain. We have different tastes in wine, but both love port. Cookies and tacos! (Both of which we'll have at the wedding)
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Theresa is a dreamer so this is dangerous question, but really we just want a really fun low stress day surrounded by our friends and families with everybody dancing! And Jeremy really wants popcorn there. 
 
Why did you chose to work with Social Graces?
Theresa is an event planner and one of Jeremy's requests was that we hired a coordinator so that Theresa could enjoy the day and have fun. Meeting Katie, Theresa just had this feeling that she would be the right fit and that she could trust her to work hard to make our day perfect. We're so thankful!

When Morgan and Chris are together you instantly feel this outpouring and evident true love. This feeling oozed out of every part of their wedding day and it warms my heart just thinking about what a fabulous day it was.

Morgan was a Phi Mu at Towson and although we didn’t go to school together and had never met before, we instantly felt a connection to each other that is hard to explain.

Chris and Morgan are both from Kent Island and they celebrated their wedding day in their hometown. They were married at Safe Harbor Presbyterian Church and held their reception at Maria’s Love Point Bed and Breakfast. The reception was held outside in a tent facing the waterfront views. Light and airy blush tones and succulent plants filled the space.

Morgan and her dad opened the dance floor with a hilarious choreographed father daughter dance and the wedding party group made quite an entrance. It was clear early on that this was going to be a fun, dance-filled evening.

Morgan has Polish heritage so she did an “apron dance” where family and friends paid to dance to polka music with the bride and groom. The line was long and people were having a spectacular time – plus the newlyweds got to walk away with a little cash!!

Instead of a large traditional cake, Morgan and Chris opted for a smaller cake and a huge donut display from their favorite local donut shop. One of my favorite moments of the day was feeding Morgan a donut behind the scenes while she was waiting for the bridal party entrance, so that she did not get anything on herself!

​The night culminated with a sparkler send off on the water! Chris is a Natural Resources Police Officer and spends a lot of his time on the water – so it was totally fitting that their sendoff was on a police boat!!
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Thank you to the wonderful vendor team that helped make it all happen! I wish a life of love and happiness to Morgan and Chris and I cannot wait for all the fun things our future will hold together!

Ceremony Venue | Safe Harbor Presbyterian Church
Reception Venue | Maria’s Love Point Bed and Breakfast
Photographer | Erin Meadows Photography
Videographer | Wedding Bug
DJ | Matt Spence at Steve Moody Entertainment
Caterer | Window’s Waterfront Catering
Florist | The Country Pettaler
Donuts | Sandy Pony Donuts
Hair and Makeup | Jackie’s Design
 
Featured on: The Mid-Atlantic Bride and The Annapolis Wedding Blog
 
Here is what Morgan and Chris had to say about their experience with Social Graces:
“Social Graces Events provided services beyond my expectations. The master mind behind it all, Katie, is everything I would hope for in a coordinator. She was extremely on top of every little detail while being so friendly and poise through every step. Katie was able to take my vision and create something so beautiful I wasn’t sure it was real life! Katie has an obvious passion and heart for what she does and it is apparent in her hard work and dedication. I am so thankful I was able to work with her for my wedding and HIGHLY recommend her services!”

 Courtney and Jesse were not only one of the sweetest couples I ever worked with but one of the most hilarious, you do not want to miss this fun reception!

Their wedding was at the Annapolis Maritime Museum, which was an old oyster shucking factory and the nautical feel of this venue was perfect for them.

The ceremony was held outside on a waterfront tented deck, totally picturesque! Oyster shell details (including placecards created and handlettered by Social Graces) and nautical themed pink and navy colors pulled the whole wedding theme together.

The night quickly turned into a spectacular dance party and the guests had an amazing time. Jesse is a Calvert Hall alumni, so all of his high school buddies took a photo with the Cardinal football helmet and built a large human pyramid.

One of my favorite moments of the night was watching Jesse and Courtney dance and sing along to Grease with each other, it was like they were in their own little world truly enjoying their day.
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The night culminated with a sparkler send off! Thank you to the vendor team that helped make it happen! I wish a life of love and happiness to Courtney and Jesse!!

Venue | Annapolis Maritime Museum
Photographer | Christa Rae Photography
DJ | Scott Cash Mitchell
Rentals | Absolute Party Rentals
Caterer | Adam’s Ribs
Florist | Fleur De Lis Florist
 
Here is what Courtney and Jesse had to say about their experience with Social Graces:

“Katie is hands down, the sweetest, most thoughtful and genuine person I have ever met. She took so much time to get to know my hubby and I, and really learn and see the vision for our big day and bring it all to life. She took care of every last detail, even things I hadn't thought of. She even surprised us with hand lettered oyster shells for our guests (our venue was an old Oyster Shucking Factory)! She is a true gem and an absolute joy to work with. I honestly didn't think I needed a planner at first, but once she stepped in, I knew I'd made the best decision to work with her! If you're looking for a wedding planner, look no further. Katie will go above and beyond to make your day absolutely perfect!”