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Real Richmond Wedding | Becca and Malcolm at Dover Hall

Real Richmond Wedding | Becca and Malcolm at Dover Hall

by Amye Brunette | Dec 1, 2021 | Real Weddings | 0 comments

Becca + Malcolm September 9, 2020 How they met Becca and Malcolm had their first date on May 17, 2016. The couple said “It all started with both of us hopelessly searching for love the old-fashioned way, on smartphone dating apps.” The two matched on...
Wedding Gown Shopping | Finding Your Perfect Style

Wedding Gown Shopping | Finding Your Perfect Style

by Amye Brunette | Nov 5, 2021 | Fashion + Style | 0 comments

By Sharon Townsend with Tiffanys Bridal Imagine a bridal boutique…clouds of garments in shades of white stretch endlessly before you. A consultant asks if you have anything in mind, and suddenly you go blank. Countless hours poring over bridal magazines seem to have...
Real Richmond Wedding | Rebecca and Chase at a private home in Mechanicsville, VA

Real Richmond Wedding | Rebecca and Chase at a private home in Mechanicsville, VA

by Amye Brunette | Oct 6, 2021 | Real Weddings | 0 comments

Rebecca & Chase August 1, 2020 Rebecca and Chase met on a date set up by mutual friends for her Sigma Kappa fall party at West Virginia University. After dating for a few years Chase popped the question. Rebecca recalls, “Chase purchased a nice pair of cowboy...
Real RVA Wedding | Liz + Joselito at Kabana Rooftop

Real RVA Wedding | Liz + Joselito at Kabana Rooftop

by Amye Brunette | Jan 13, 2021 | Real Weddings | 0 comments

Liz + Joselito November 9, 2019 How they met: Liz and Joselito were set up by mutual friends in November 2015 and have been together ever since! The proposal: The proposal was as organic as their relationship from the very beginning. They both knew they would be...

Real Richmond Wedding: Melissa and Andrew’s RVA Skyline Wedding

by Marissa McCormick | Jan 3, 2018 | Real Weddings | 0 comments

Melissa and Andrew June 3, 2017 How They Met: Melissa and Andrew met at a bar in Downtown Richmond in December 2014. He asked Melissa to dance, but she initially said no. Melissa explains, “He persisted and came back and asked again. I said we could talk, and the rest...
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From kickball teammates to forever 💍 John planned From kickball teammates to forever 💍 John planned the sweetest Memorial Day weekend proposal for Julia at his family’s beach house in Indian Beach, North Carolina. What Julia thought was a quick walk down the beach before dinner turned into the moment he got down on one knee. 👀

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Spring in Richmond just hits different 🌸 We’re abs Spring in Richmond just hits different 🌸 We’re absolutely in love with these dreamy spring florals by the talented team at @weddingsbyvogue, soft pastels, lush textures, and that fresh-from-the-garden magic that makes every wedding feel timeless. 🤩

Richmond weddings + romantic spring blooms = pure perfection 💐✨
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💍 Just said YES? We want to hear YOUR love story! 💍 Just said YES? We want to hear YOUR love story!

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Ready to relive the magic? Submit your proposal story today using the link in bio. 💌
POV: You booked a literal castle for your wedding. POV: You booked a literal castle for your wedding. 👑✨

@Doverhall isn’t just a venue, its an experience. Dover Hall offers sweeping views, grand architecture, and an atmosphere designed for once-in-a-lifetime moments. 🤍
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Take a quick tour of @tarrantswest with us! ✨ Fro Take a quick tour of @tarrantswest with us! ✨

From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, they have the perfect space for your next event:

• Banquet Room: seats up to 75 guests or 100 standing
• Sunroom: seats up to 60 guests or 100 standing
• Alcove: seats up to 44 guests or 60 standing

Whether you’re planning a rehearsal dinner, birthday party, corporate event, or special celebration, their team is here to help make it memorable. They also offer off-site catering so you can bring Tarrant’s favorites to your own venue! 🍽️

Reach out to start planning your next event with Tarran’s West! ♥️

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