Oscar De La Renta said it best: “Luxury to me is not about buying expensive things; it’s about living in a way where you appreciate things.” We love this quote because we genuinely believe luxury means something different to each of us– especially regarding weddings.  Whether luxury looks like an intimate gathering on a beach […]

Destination wedding cost: what you need to know Many couples associate destination weddings with “cheaper than a stateside wedding.” An all-inclusive package you see on your family vacation may come to mind. But don’t take this as fact – destination weddings can often be more lavish than a local wedding!  Be careful what resources you’re […]

Photos by Terri Baskin Photography Tijé and Tony’s wedding at the InterContinental in Washington, DC was the epitome of pure elegance and sophistication. The all-white florals with very minimal greenery and accents of gold created a timeless look that had guests swooning. Leading up to the wedding ceremony, the couple opted for a first look […]

Timmesha and Donell celebrated their nuptials on New Year’s Eve with an over-the-top circus themed wedding at Dock 5 in Washington, DC. When it came to planning their big day, Timmesha and Donell broke the mold with a dark and moody circus themed wedding that was anything to “clown” about. The circus theme was embraced from the […]

There is an undeniable sense of enchantment when it comes to a garden inspired wedding and April and Jason’s wedding was a real-life fairytale. The blush, nudes, and greenery floral installations by Sweet Root Village painted the perfect vision for a botanical romance. Some of our favorites details were the massive ceremony arch, the grand […]

We are so happy to share that we were named one of the best wedding planners in America by BRIDES! Thank you to the BRIDES team for recognizing the ASTONISHING work that we create here at B Astonished Events. It is such an honor! Visit BRIDES to read about Melissa Williams, owner of B Astonished […]

Large-scale weddings may be paused due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, but that doesn’t mean you need to postpone your wedding.  Washington, DC has seen a rise in micro weddings and we’re thrilled to see this new trend gain traction. As one of the first to pivot in this direction back in April, […]

This whole COVID-19 pandemic is still up in the air, and the brides of 2020 are dealing with so much uncertainty. We’re not going to try to pretend that we have all of the answers to the unique and difficult scenarios, but Melissa Williams (CEO of B Astonished Events) did have a chance to check-in […]

The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted our normal way of life just as the window for brides shopping for their fall 2020 wedding gowns was beginning to close. Wedding planners typically encourage their brides to purchase a gown at least 8-9 months preceding their wedding date. This time-frame allows for production, unforeseen shipping delays, alterations, and shoe […]

Brittany and Laurence met in August 2003 during their senior year of high school through their mutual friends. Not an item then, they knew each other “from a distance” and remained acquaintances throughout their twenties. As fate would have it, in late 2014—11 years later—Laurence and Brittany rekindled their friendship. This friendship, which they affectionately […]