​I am excited to introduce you to Lindsay and Joey! We can’t wait for their wedding on Saturday at the Kent Manor Inn. Learn more about this sweet couple below!
 
How did the two of you meet? 
We met back in 2009- we were both in fourth period GT Calculus with Mr. Lockwood at Howard High. While we did not date in high school, we shared a friendship bonding over derivatives and differential equations. Joey claims that he ended up getting a higher grade in the class (although this is unconfirmed). Joey ended up graduating from Howard in 2010 and attending the University of Maryland, while I moved down to Virginia to study at JMU in 2011. We rekindled their friendship over a seemingly casual game of Trivia Crack in December of 2014. After I consistently out-trivia'd Joey, he decided it was time to send me a message, stating "lol I'm not very good at history". It was then that I knew she would marry him. Just kidding.
 
Lindsay, what do you love about Joey?
From the very beginning of our relationship, Joey has done everything in his power to make me happy, no matter how inconvenient for him. While I was still in college, he would often be the one to drive down to VA to visit me on the weekends. When I lived in Fed Hill, he would sacrifice weekends at home with his friends in order to spend time with me. He always has dinner ready for me when I come home from 12-hour day shifts, and he never complains about taking over cleaning the house/doing laundry on weekends that I work. He puts me (and our dogs) before himself each and every day and not a minute goes by that I don’t realize how lucky I am to be marrying him!
 
Joey, what do you love about Lindsay?
Everything. She is such a caring and loving person, and I really think that shows through her work at the hospital. Being a nurse is definitely hard work and can really put a lot of stress on someone. I cannot even begin to list the amount of times that her co-workers have told me what an amazing nurse she is. She goes far above and beyond. Staying way later after her shifts are over to help other nurses and sometimes just spending time with her patients. Even spending hundreds of dollars on blankets, hats, swaddles and more for the sick kids at the hospital. This woman makes me so proud every day, and I am truly blessed to be able to spend the rest of my life with her. Lindsay keeps me grounded. She is always there for me in moments of sadness and stress, and is always willing to listen to my problems, and provide solutions.
 
What is something special about the two of you?
Meeting in High school as friends, having little to no contact for about 4 years, and then falling in love. We talk about this all the time actually- it’s pretty amazing that things turned out the way that they did. It’s really special how this happened- I mean who would have thought it would? Rekindling a simple friendship and turning it into something much better. 
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
Honestly, with our work schedules being so different from each other, we really love to spend our free time together on the couch with the dogs watching HBO documentaries or The Office. It’s so nice to just forget about all of the craziness in our lives & unwind with each other.
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
We really love spending time with our dogs (have we mentioned how much we love our dogs yet???) and just being present in the moment together. It doesn’t really matter what we are doing together; as long as we’re together, we’re enjoying ourselves. We have a favorite Vietnamese Pho restaurant that we probably eat at least one a week. And Chipotle…. We really love some Chipotle too. 
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
While we’ve dreamed a lot about the actual look of the wedding, we’re most excited all of our favorite people in the world being under one roof. Both of our families (and friends) come from all over the world, so the opportunity to have everyone together to celebrate such a huge event for us is truly once in a lifetime and we are SO looking forward to it.
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
We knew we would need some help in the month leading up to the wedding, so we asked some friends for recommendations. Social Graces came highly recommended both from people we knew, and online. From our very first email to each other, Katie was SO easy to talk to and we clicked instantly. Katie immediately took all of the pressure off of us, and our last month of engagement has actually been super relaxing thanks to all of her hard work!
 
 

I am excited to introduce you to Chelsea and Jeff! We can’t wait for their wedding on Friday at Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park Museum. Learn more about this super fun couple below!

How did the two of you meet? 
We met through mutual friends at a party on Opening Day in 2015.
 
Chelsea, what do you love about Jeff?
I love how laid back and easy going Jeff is and how he is always trying to make me smile.
 
Jeff, what do you love about Chelsea?
I love Chelsea’s smile and heart.
 
What is something special about the two of you?
We are born exactly 1 week apart so we always get to celebrate our birthdays together!
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
We like to eat good food, have drinks, watch reality tv shows, and go to the beach in the summers
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
Sprinkles, cheese, taco night and Disney movies.  And Jeff loves video games.
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Our dream wedding is one where all our loved ones are in the same room together, having fun with us and celebrating our special day!  Oh and lots of sprinkles!!
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
We knew the moment we met Katie that we wanted our wedding in her trusting hands to take care of all the details for us so that we could truly enjoy our day.  She has such strong attention to detail and the most positive attitude and calm demeanor to help us feel confident going into our wedding!
 
 

I am excited to introduce you to Megan and Gary! We can’t wait for their wedding on Saturday at the Silver Swan Bayside. Learn more about this wonderful couple below!

How did the two of you meet? 
We met through Gary’s brother Rob and later reconnected while serving at Phillips Seafood in the inner harbor! We worked together for over 6 years! 
 
Megan, what do you love about Gary?
I love that he takes care of me, his laugh, his ability to make me smile. 
 
Gary, what do you love about Megan?
I love her caring beautiful spirit & soul 
 
What is something special about the two of you?
We have been together for almost 8 years!  
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
We love going to the prime rib and hanging with our bulldogs Gustavo and Pepper. 
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
We both love traveling and have visited many new places over the past few years. Our favorite thing is bulldogs!
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
All of our family and friends together having a good time with fall weather at our romantic waterfront venue :) 
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
Katie is organized, creative and REALLY good at what she does. She is caring and pays attention to all the details!
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I am excited to introduce you to Meg and Alex! We can’t wait for their wedding on Saturday at the Tabrizi’s!! Learn more about this amazing couple below!
 
How did the two of you meet? 
We met in 2014 at a party before the Preakness. We were both there because of mutual friends!
 
Meg, what do you love about Alex?
Every, single, thing. I especially love that he is kind and generous to everyone he meets. He makes the world, particularly my world a better place and I am so lucky to have found him. He is truly my better half.
 
Alex, what do you love about Meg?
There is no one place to start on what I love about Meg. That answer could be 100 pages. The easy answer is that I love meg more than anything and can’t imagine not being with her
 
What is something special about the two of you?
Our relationship with our families. We are both incredibly close to our families and find so much value in spending as much time with them as we can. We love seeing and spending time with our friends, but you can usually find us spending Sunday game days or weekend meals at either of our parent’s houses. Our families play such a huge role in our lives and we are so lucky to be able to spend as much time with them as we do!
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
It's hard to pick just one thing, but we are definitely foodies. We love going to new restaurants and breweries, especially while traveling. On the opposite end of the spectrum, we also love being home and relaxing together!
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
We have lots, but I think spending time in Baltimore is our absolute favorite. We travel frequently and get to see a lot of different cities in the US, but we love Baltimore so much and all it has to offer with restaurants (particularly The Food Market), events and activities and it's sense of community. We fell in love here, so it's hard not to consider Baltimore a favorite!
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Our dream wedding is filled with all of the people we love, together, in one place having a great time. We are so thankful to have so many important people in our lives and are just so thankful they can be there with us on the best day ever! It surely, wouldn't be the same without all of them.
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
This is an easy one. I have known Katie for the last 9 years and am lucky to call her a friend. Having been in the same sorority in college and working with her after college I know how organized, dedicated, passionate and hardworking she is. She puts others before herself and is such a generous and thoughtful friend. I know she treats her clients like this, and quickly forms friendships with them. She is one of those people that you could meet for 10 minutes and feel like you have known her all your life. She was made for this job, and is incredible at it. I know Katie and the rest of the Social Graces team will help make our day a great one.
 

I am excited to introduce you to Kira and Cullen! We can’t wait for their wedding on Saturday at the Maryland Science Center!! Learn more about this fun couple below!
 
How did the two of you meet? 
We worked together at Aerotek.  He was my field office partner, I worked at corporate. 
 
Kira, what do you love about Cullen?
He's a teddy bear at heart, he just doesn't show it unless it's with me.  He hates people being in his personal bubble, let alone touch him, but gladly lets me in his bubble.
 
What is something special about the two of you?
We own a miniature zoo together (Two dogs, Six Snakes, 4 lizards, a Frog, and growing)
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
We do adulting together.
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
Go to Aroogas (restaurant in PA), Wine and Cheese nights, Reptile Expos, Sing to our Dogs (*cough* Cullen).
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Cullen wanted a destination wedding, but did whatever made Kira happy.
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
My mom did most of the wedding organizing/planning before Social Graces, if she had taken it on by herself she would have consumed too much wine and gone a little crazy :) Thanks for helping us Katie!  Now my mom can enjoy the wedding.
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I am excited to introduce you to Brittany and Brendan! We can’t wait for their wedding at the bride’s family's private estate in Trappe, Maryland!! Learn more about this awesome couple below!
 
How did the two of you meet? 
We were introduced by our mutual friend Gabby at a bar in Dewey Beach.
 
Brittany, what do you love about Brendan?
I love Brendan's ability to make me laugh no matter the situation. I could be mad, sad, frustrated, or stressed and I can’t help but laugh when he cracks a joke, even if I try my hardest not to. He is always kind and patient with me, the epitome of what everyone looks for in a lifelong partner. He's also the most loyal person I know when it comes to his family and friends. 
 
Brendan, what do you love about Brittany?
Britt is extremely generous and supportive, and I know she's always got my back. She's adventurous, spontaneous, and has a great sense of humor. We always have fun together. 

What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
Free time? What’s that? Just kidding. We love spending our weekends at the beach, at the farm, on Firefly & winter ski weekends with friends, exploring Philadelphia, and visiting our families. Most of all we definitely enjoy a loungey weekend afternoon on our amazingly large couch that barely fits in our tiny city apartment. 9 times out of 10 this involves making tacos and binge-watching a show together, beer in hand. We really are best friends and look forward to being together every day. The days we are apart are the worst ones!
 
What are a few of your favorite things? 
Dogfish Head beer, Mexican food and anything spicy, Xochitl (restaurant in Philly - you guessed it - Mexican), The Starboard (a bar in Dewey Beach), football, sushi, the color blue, true crime podcasts, Wawa, the beach.
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Our dream wedding is in one of our favorite places with family and friends who we love. Filled with light and laughter, the color blue, orange crushes, seafood, and a great time!
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
We researched a few coordinators for our wedding and the moment I spoke to Katie, I felt like we clicked right away! The reviews that we read for Social Graces were undoubtedly some of the most heartfelt thanks and appreciation towards Katie and her team - we knew it was the right fit. 

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I am excited to introduce you to Jenna and Kyle! We can’t wait for their wedding at The Chesapeake Bay Beach Club this weekend!! Learn more about this fabulous couple below!
 
How did the two of you meet? 
Kyle and I met in Physician Assistant School in 2014 at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.  Kyle’s mom told him to make sure he focused on school and didn’t get distracted by girls but we had an instantaneous connection. We were best friends, gym partners, study buddies, and partners in everything that we did. Five years later and we are getting married! 
 
Kyle, what do you love about Jenna?
How much time do you have? I always struggle with this question because the answer is endless and hard to put in words. She is loving, trustworthy, loyal, and values family above everything. She understands and loves me in a way I don’t deserve. I know she will always be there as my partner in life. We always have fun together and I forget how many adventures and exciting stories we share. Even when I was just getting to know Jenna, I knew that she would pour her heart into our relationship and future. She started as my classmate and peer, then my best friend, and now the love of my life and future wife. She shares the same values and goals in life. I am absolutely confident she will make a great and loving mother. I cannot wait for our lives together.
 
Jenna, what do you love about Kyle?
This is a very tough question to answer since there are so many things I love about Kyle.  I am blessed to be marrying the most genuine, intelligent, romantic person I have ever known. Kyle is someone who always puts others needs and wants in front of his own.  He is an amazing friend and partner and would be there for anyone that needed him with no questions asked.  He is sensitive and romantic, a good communicator, and is always on board for spontaneous adventure.  He will always be my best friend, someone I can tell everything and anything to.  Most importantly I love that we share so many of the same morals and values and I can’t wait to have an amazing life together.
 
What is something special about the two of you?
Something special about the two of us is that we share the same passion for medicine and moreover are in the same career.  We both work in the emergency department as physician assistants.  We have crazy schedules but not seeing each other for days at a time makes our time together all the more special. 
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
In our free time Kyle and I like to go to the beach, try new restaurants, travel and just have new experiences as a couple.  We have a tradition every year to go to Hallo-Scream at Bush Gardens around Halloween time so we always set aside some free time for this.
 
 What are a few of your favorite things?
Some of our favorite things include cooking even though we have different favorite foods.  Kyle loves barbeque and I am a pasta girl.  Whenever we travel we like to try different restaurants with lots of different options since we consider ourselves “foodies”. Along with all the yummy food we like to pair some of our favorite wines: La Crema, Freakshow, Menage Trois just to name a few.
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Honestly, my dream wedding looks like the wedding I am currently planning.  The most important aspect of my dream wedding is my dream man.  I found that dream man in Kyle and I could not be more blessed to have him standing by my side.  Together we have been lucky enough to make our vision of our wedding come to life.  Our location, being the mid point between our two families is a dream in itself.  Overlooking the water, aspects of the outdoors, representing who we are as a couple, we could not have asked for anything more.
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
We chose to work with Social Graces for a number of reasons!  Katie’s husband and Kyle have been friends since college so Kyle and I had the pleasure of attending Katie and Ryan’s wedding a few years ago.  Kyle and I have been to a lot of weddings over the last few years and Katie and Ryan’s will always remain one of my favorites.  Even as a bride at her own wedding Katie thought of every detail and really made an effort to personalize her special day and assure that her guests could feel her and Ryan’s love throughout the entire day.  I left Katie and Ryan’s wedding thinking to myself that I need Katie to plan my wedding someday!  That someday is now and just as expected Katie has thought of every detail and has been more than helpful for all of the questions that I had for her.  Katie, you are fabulous and I could not recommend working with you more to every bride and groom on their special day!

I am excited to introduce you to Nina and Derek! We can’t wait for their wedding at The Mt. Washington Mill Dye House on Friday, it has been a long time coming and is definitely going to be a 2019 favorite!! Learn more about this wonderful couple below!
 
How did the two of you meet?
We met through mutual friends at a Navy lacrosse game. 
 
Nina, what do you love about Derek?
Derek is without a doubt the most selfless person I've ever met. He would do absolutely anything for me, even in a moment's notice. He's shown how much he cares about me and is committed to me since the day we met. I've never experienced a more compassionate and patient love than what I've found in him. 
 
Derek, what do you love about Nina?
Nina is the most caring person I have ever met, and always puts what my needs are above her own.  She is my best friend, and I never thought I could have as much fun with someone as I do with her whether it is traveling, acting goofy or just having a random dance party.  She never judges and only supports and loves me more than I thought was possible at my best and worst times. Her love and support makes everyday a better one and I could not imagine a day without her now. 
 
What is something special about the two of you?
We both share a love of traveling. Our first year of dating we took 12 trips in 12 months! 
 
What do you like to do as a couple in your free time?
We really enjoy working out together! Our favorite workouts to do as a couple are Orange Theory or SoulCycle. It's a great way for us to spend time together while also improving our health. Outside of workouts, we love to visit wineries and try new restaurants. Life is all about balance! 
 
What are a few of your favorite things?
Trying new recipes, watching the Bachelor/Bachelorette, bike rides, traveling, and visiting our favorite neighborhood restaurant: Sailor Oyster Bar 
 
What does your dream wedding look like?
Having our closest family and friends come together and celebrate with great food and even better dancing! 
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces?
Katie really impressed us during our first meeting with her. Her work ethic is unmatched and we've never met someone who is more on top of everything than her! We knew that we had to have someone like that handle our wedding planning and it is by far, one of the best decisions we've ever made! Social Graces has made our wedding planning process not only go smoothly, but also be enjoyable and fun! Katie makes you feel like not only a client, but a close friend that she truly cares about. She's the #1 advocate for her couples and we could not imagine doing this without her! 
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I am excited to introduce you to Liz and Andrew! We can’t wait for their wedding at the Four Seasons Baltimore this weekend!! Learn more about this awesome couple below!
 
How did the two of you meet? 
We met as all typical millennials do, on a dating app. We met on Bumble and I guess you can say it was love at first swipe.

Liz, what do you love about Andrew? 
I love his goofy sense of humor. He is literally the funniest guy I have ever met, and he is constantly doing things to make me laugh or trying to make me laugh! I also am constantly blown away by what an amazing dad he is, and how important our little family is to him.
 
Andrew, what do you love about Liz?
I love everything about Lizzie. Not only is she absolutely stunning, she is also the nicest person that I have ever met. From the day we started dating Liz has only made my life easier and I constantly wonder how I ever managed as a single dad. I'm not sure that she will ever understand how much I truly appreciate her and everything she does for our family. I cannot wait to marry her and watch her blossom as a wife and eventually as the mother of our children. 
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What is something special about the two of you? 
Andrew and I both grew up in Howard County, went to opposing high schools, and both went to HCC. It wasn’t until years later (2016) that we finally crossed paths and met! 

What do you like to do as a couple in your free time? 
When we aren't spending time with a 6-year-old, we typically like to go out for dinner and drinks, or go out to the movies. We also like to do things with Everett, and will take him with us. We love doing things as a fam :)
  
What are a few of your favorite things?
Wine - 19 Crimes is our go to, especially in the fall/winter. Restaurant favorite of ours is the Cheesecake factory, although we eat a lot of Chick fil a as well. Forgetting Sarah Marshall - we both really enjoy comedies, specifically anything involving Seth Rogan, Jason Segal, Jonah Hill, or Judd Apatow.
 
What does your dream wedding look like? 
Our dream wedding is one full of happiness, fun, and love!  We can't wait to celebrate with all of our family and friends.
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces? 
We chose to work with Social Graces because Katie is truly amazing. From the first initial meeting that we had I felt such good vibes from Katie. I trusted her immediately and knew she was the perfect fit to work with us.
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I am excited to introduce you to Tori and Luke! We can’t wait for their wedding at Historic London Town Gardens this weekend!! Learn more about this fun couple below!
 
How did the two of you meet? 
We met up in our college town of Greenville, NC in October of 2012. We were both attending East Carolina University. Through the powers of the internet and a bit of luck with OkCupid.com, we matched at 93%. After a few weeks of talking, we decided to meet up downtown with friends. 

Luke, what do you love about Tori? 
I love how kind and generous she is. She always wants to help others and finds joy in it. I love that she is strong and able to persevere through just about anything and helps me to do the same. She's a strong Christian woman and stands up for what she believes in, even when it isn't the popular choice. 
 
Tori, what do you love about Luke?
Luke’s cut from a different cloth. He’s quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger. I love his sense of humor; he always keeps me laughing. Luke’s honest, hardworking, and respectful above all else. His easy-going nature helps me see the world through a different lens. 
 
What is something special about the two of you? 
Both of our parents attended ECU! When Luke met Tori, he was actually living in the same apartment complex her dad used to live in during his college days. So I guess you can say being a Pirate runs in their blood!

What do you like to do as a couple in your free time? 
Vacation in the Outer Banks. Go to the beach. Go out on the river. Travel. Hike. Play with our dogs. 
  
What are a few of your favorite things?
Forced Family Fun. The beaches in North Carolina. Being at home with our dogs. Chick-fil-A. Fishing. 
 
What does your dream wedding look like? 
An intimate, romantic celebration where Luke and I are surrounded by our closest friends and family. 
 
Why did you choose to work with Social Graces? 
From the moment we met Katie at an open house event at Historic London Town & Gardens, we knew we had to hire Social Graces. Katie and her team are organized, highly attentive, and thoughtful. They take the time to inquire about every last detail and dive into what their clients’ vision is. We cannot wait for the Social Graces team to bring our perfect day to life! 
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