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College assignments usually don’t come with a cathedral veil and a barn full of florals. Michael Al Bahou’s senior internship did — and A Tale of Destiny at Sweeney Barn in Manassas, Virginia, was born.

This romantic celestial themed wedding shoot began with us dreaming of moon and stars, inspiring a color palette of lush romantic lavender, moody slate blue,and ethereal golds.

At The Manor 1858, Loudoun County’s newest stone-and-glass venue, planner Chandon Jones and photographer Anna Wright created something timeless with a twist: Classic Americana, but softened with romance. Picture Ralph Lauren’s heritage style kissed with warmth and whimsy.

This is what happens when wedding tradition gets a technicolor wake-up call. (A Styled Shoot at The Atrium at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens.)

We are SO excited to be here, and to announce the launch of The Ampersand Magazine. Bold ideas. Real talk. No fluff. Real love.