Hotel Cavalier Wedding Photographed by Wes Shinn Photography and Film

 

Marcus and Ashley’s Hotel Cavalier wedding in Virginia was a celebration full of color and connection. With almost 200 guests in attendance they chose the world class venue to fit their classically modern vibe and to accommodate everyone comfortably. 

The day unfolded on an upbeat note with the wedding parties getting ready together in their suites. The bridesmaids wore their monogrammed PJs, and then got gorgeous in shimmering champagne gowns. The groom made his own fashion statement in a shiny burnt orange suit and spiked Louboutin shoes.

 

The ceremony took place at the historic Sunken Garden, one of three options available for a Hotel Cavalier wedding. The weather was perfect and the choice paid off. Adorable flower girls laid petals down the aisle as the couple was surrounded by family and friends. They tied the knot in front of hundreds of white roses, under a simple wooden arch, and made their way to their reception to the sound of applause.

 

With a short window of time to capture portraits before the reception, their well-known documentary photographer, Wes Shinn, used the location to get some stunning shots while guests found their places and the reception got underway. Shinn says “Ashley and Marcus were a dream to work with; they simply wanted to enjoy the day and allowed me the freedom to capture the moments as they unfolded. They were down for whatever ideas I came up with which allowed me to deliver a gallery of 1,500 timeless photos that told the complete story of their wedding day.”

As soon as the music started playing, the events unfolded seamlessly through their first dance, cake cutting, raucous dance party, and dazzling sparkler exit while their photographer took a back seat and captured it all from the sidelines.

For more information about having your own Hotel Cavalier wedding, check out their website, and to see more work from top photographer, Wes Shinn, take a look at his profile and portfolio. 

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Wedding Professionals;

Photographer: Wes Shinn 

Venue: The Hotel Cavalier

Cake: Incredible Edibles Bakery

Wedding Dress: Ellie's Bridal Boutique

Make-Up: Leah Laviano at Blush Tones