Do you want to have a fall wedding in DC and you’re a fan of the gorgeous colors on the East Coast during Autumn? But are all too aware of how it coincides with hurricane season, bugs and an influx of tourists? If so, this ones for you.

Isabel and Ben got married at District Winery, a mid-century modern inspired space that was the perfect backdrop for their Fall wedding in DC

Getting Ready

Isabel and her girls came to District Winery to get into her dress. Kim Branagan, ever the artist, decided to forego the 1st floor bridal suite near the wine tanks and we cleared both levels for Isabel to get dressed in the handsomely appointed wood paneled 2 floor staircase that led from the main floor to the mezzanine. Looking back at the epic moody photos, I’m so glad we ran security to keep guests and employees from entering so she could have her moment. It’s one of my favorites to this day!

Designing a Fall wedding in DC

Our inspiration for their wedding began with the season, the couples favorite Wes Anderson movies and Hotel Chelsea. It’s a favorite haunt for Isabel when she visits NYC and the vibe is immaculate.

Because our space was relatively neutral with some MCM touches, we leaned into the Wes Anderson vibe.

We chose moody linens in rich velvet and modern lined fall patterns. We paired them with custom stationery from Oh Eleven. Bee Inspired decorated their chuppah beautifully with fall toned leaves and blooms. Their team decked out the ceiling with a windfall of the same ingredients.

Cocktail hour on the rooftop allowed guests to take in the sights and sounds of the Potomac river. It ebbed it’s way through the district while guests enjoyed nibbles and drinks to warm them up for dancing.

When guests re-entered for dinner, we had flipped the space and made it a fun and funky, mid-century modern, fall inspired tapestry of color and texture. One of my favorite things was overhearing someone say “I’ve never seen the room look this good! It has so much color and pattern!” It was like a warm hug to my designer hearts.

A Surprise Performer

After Isabel and Ben had a perfectly choreographed first dance, guests enjoyed a fabulous family-style meal. Then they stormed onto the dance floor with an EPIC hora. I LOVE a good hora and this one did not disappoint!

Ben is a jazz musician so live music and an epic performance were top of mind for him. When we hired Black Tie Band with WTA, we knew a special surprise would wow the guests when Ben got up to perform with them!

Check out their fabulous fall wedding in DC and let me know your favorite part! Every time I go back through this gallery I find a new photo I fall in love with!

Creative Partners

Kim Branagan

Bee Inspired

District Winery

Select Event Rentals

JKW Beauty

WTA – Black Tie Band

Love Couture Bridal

Heidelberg Bakery

Dan Goldman Events

Oh Eleven Studio