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Virginia Wedding Inspiration- Nature’s Beauty

Styled shoots are a creative way for photographers, stylists, and other wedding pros, to show off their talent and visions to inspire readers for their own wedding planning.

Today’s featured shoot is the second version of an Indian styled shoot featured several weeks ago and was the vision of a group of talented wedding pros led by Exceptional Events by Elisa and Butterfly Photography. 

The Scoop:

Inspired by the breathtaking natural setting at Luray Caverns in The Shenandoah Valley, the shoot was put together by an amazing team of wedding pros to capture the natural and organic elements of the caverns and the venue’s property.

Luray Caverns is the largest caverns in the eastern United States, yet walking through feels more akin to an unearthly experience.

What we love:

The ethereal beauty of caverns, provides a unique backdrop for an unforgettable wedding experience for you and your guests.

Afterwards enjoy the gorgeous outside setting to host your reception.

The choice of the model’s dress, flowers and decor, gives a decidedly bohemian vibe and is the perfect compliment to the natural setting.

And that DRESS! Swoon!

Sources:

MODELS

Natalie McCarthy & André Kendall

VENUE

Luray Caverns

Contact: Katherine Spain

Phone: (540) 743-6551

Email: katherine.spain@luraycaverns.com    

Website: www.luraycaverns.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/LurayCaverns

Instagram: www.instagram.com/luraycaverns/

BRIDAL ATELIER

Zoya’s Atelier

Contact: Amy Bitci

Phone: (703) 533-9600

Email: amy@zoyasatelier.com  

Website: www.zoyasatelier.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/zoyasatelier

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/zoyasatelier

CAKE & MACARONS

Kadi Bakes – Custom Cakes & Desserts

Contact: Kadi Spruill

Phone: (509) 270-8898

Email: eatcake@kadibakes.com 

Website: www.kadibakes.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/KadiBakes

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/kadibakes/

COOKIES

Seriously Sweet

Contact: Amy Hicks

Phone: (540) 812-2491

Email: amy@seriouslysweetcupcakes.com

Website: www.SeriouslySweetCupcakes.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/seriouslysweetondavisstreet

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/seriouslysweetondavisst/

DÉCOR  

Exceptional Events by Elisa

Contact: Elisa Yu-Shan Lion

Phone: (703) 752-6287

Email: eyushan@exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Website: www.exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/exceptionaleventsbyelisayushan

DÉCOR  

Luray Caverns

Contact: Katherine Spain

Phone: (540) 743-6551

Email: katherine.spain@luraycaverns.com    

Website: www.luraycaverns.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/LurayCaverns

Instagram: www.instagram.com/luraycaverns/

EVENT PLANNER & DESIGNER

Exceptional Events by Elisa

Contact: Elisa Yu-Shan Lion

Phone: (703) 752-6287

Email: eyushan@exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Website: www.exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/exceptionaleventsbyelisayushan

FLORAL DESIGNER

Karin’s Florist

Contact: Bryan Swann

Phone: (703) 281-4141

Email: bryan@karinsflorist.com

Website: www.karinflorist.com   /   www.eventsbykarins.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/karinsflorist

Instagram: www.instagram.com/karinsflorist   /   www.instagram.com/eventsbykarins

HAIR & MAKEUP

Glam Face by Khatera

Contact: Khatera Nazeri

Phone: (804) 549-1355

Email: knazerism@gmail.com

Website: www. glamfacemakeup.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/GlamFaceByKhatera

Instagram: www.instagram.com/glamfacebykhatera

PHOTOGRAPHER

Butterfly Photography

Contact: Sanaz Fahimi

Phone: (571) 274-7107

Email: photographycenter@yahoo.com

Website: www.butterflyphotographycenter.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/butterflyphotographycenter

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sanazbutterflyphoto

RENTALS

Exceptional Events by Elisa

Contact: Elisa Yu-Shan Lion

Phone: (703) 752-6287

Email: eyushan@exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Website: www.exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/exceptionaleventsbyelisa.com

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/exceptionaleventsbyelisayushan

RENTALS

Luray Caverns

Contact: Katherine Spain

Phone: (540) 743-6551

Email: katherine.spain@luraycaverns.com    

Website: www.luraycaverns.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/LurayCaverns

Instagram: www.instagram.com/luraycaverns/

RENTALS – Chairs

Sammy’s Rentals

Contact: Sammy Pineda / Christine Pineda

Phone: (703) 361-6216

Email: info@sammysrental.com

Website: www.sammy’srental.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Sammys-Rental-Inc

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sammysrental

RENTALS (Chargers, Linens, & Napkins)  

BBJ Linen

Contact: Brittany Bonta

Phone: (202) 945-7631

Email: bbonta@bbjlinen.com

Website: www.bbjlinen.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BBJLinen

Instagram: www.instagram.com/bbjlinen

STATIONERY

Via Paper Boutique

Contact: Toya Hodnett

Phone: (240) 244-7407

Email: thodnett@viapaperboutique.com

Website: www.viapaperboutique.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/viapaperboutique

Instagram: www.instagram.com/viapaperboutique

TUXEDO

Abbi Tuxedos LLC

Contact: Abbi

Phone: (703) 684-1764

Email: alexandriava@tuxedobysarno.com

Website: www.tuxedobysarno.com

Facebook:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/_old_town_tuxedos

VIDEOGRAPHER

Fine Art Wedding Film

Contact: Desmond and Vera Denton

Phone: (240) 578-5109

Email: info@fineartweddingfilm.com

Website: www.fineartweddingfilm.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fineartweddingfilm

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/afineartweddingfilm/   

If you are planning a wedding in Roanoke Virginia, Richmond VirginiaFredericksburg/Northern Virginia, The  Shenandoah ValleyCoastal Virginia or in Charlottesville/ Lynchburg Va. we can help with your wedding planning and ideas.

The author: Angeline Frame

Angeline is the owner/publisher of Palm Beach Weddings Magazine and Virginia Bride Magazine and the show producer for The Greater Virginia Bridal Shows. She has a degree in Public Administration and Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University. A former model and wedding venue owner- she loves all things wedding , fashion and decorating. In her spare time she likes to write, travel and get new ideas to share with brides.