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On an overwhelmingly gorgeous fall day in October, Cate & Tim joined their close friends and family to celebrate their marriage at the iconic St. Regis Hotel in Washington, D.C. Guests enjoyed cookie and wine pairings courtesy of Cookies & Corks, before the couple, looking absolutely glamorous in their wedding attire, exchanged hand-written vows as the sun set over the terrace. The details of the day were impeccable, but what truly caught our attention was the thoughtful words the couple shared with one another during their ceremony. Filled with candor, hope and promise, their vows represented their genuine commitment to one another, just as wedding vows should. We were so moved by their words that we included many of their vows in this highlights film.

For  Cate and Tim, no celebration would be complete without a celebratory meal and wine shared with friends and family. Guests enjoyed a five-course culinary experience at Adour, St. Regis’ luxurious French restaurant, which holds a special place in the couples’ life together: it’s where Tim proposed to Cate!

To Cate: We’ve been friends for a looong time, lady! It fills my heart with so much joy to see you beaming with love for Tim and the boys. He is SO LUCKY to have captured your heart, and we are truly thrilled to watch you grow together. Tim: what  a treat it’s been to get to know you over the last several months. I have no doubt in my heart that you two will be loving companions to each other, and beautiful role models for your boys.  Thank you both for allowing us to share in your special day.

Ceremony: St. Regis, Washington, D.C.
Reception: Adour, St. Regis, Washington, D.C.
Wedding Coordinator: Thy Parra for Evoke
Photographer: Renee Sprink Photography
Makeup: Dana Reason Evans for Dana L. Skincare & Cosmetics
Flowers: Amaryllis Designs
Officiant: Jabari Douglas
Musicians: Sons of Pitch, George Washington University
Lighting: Frost Lighting
Sound: Elmostafa Abdelmoumen for PSAV
Cookie & Wine Pairing: Cookies & Corks by  Cookie Zen
Rentals: Party Rental Ltd. & Wildflower Linens
Invitations & Stationery: Haute Papier

We truly loved getting to know Katie & Chad. These two are such warm, affirming people and are a perfect match! We got to know them over beers at City Beverage and then later when they welcomed us into their home to film the Documentary About Love that Chad arranged for Katie’s birthday.

So, it was no surprise that their families were just as warm and affirming when we met them at the wedding last month. We’re so glad to be part of wedding days as meaningful as this one. This couple and their families know how to have FUN! From the trolley ride through downtown Raleigh, to the cocktail entertainment from Duke Rhythm & Blues, to the festive dance floor, this wedding day was packed to the brim with fantastic details and tons of smiles!

Katie & Chad, we have no doubt you will have such a happy life together. Thank you for including us in your wedding celebrations and we look forward to documenting more of your life together as the years go by!

Ceremony: Sacred Heart Cathedral, Raleigh, NC
Reception: Raleigh Marriott City Center, downtown Raleigh, NC
Wedding Planner: Sally Oakley 
Photo – Dara Blakeley and Kathy Goldston for Dara Blakeley Photography
DJ – Mitch with Joe Bunn DJ Company
Hair and Makeup – Make Up for Your Day
Rentals – CE Rentals
Cake - Cindas Creative Cakes
Flowers – Flowers on Broad Street
Transportation – Olde South Trolley
Musicians - Duke Rhythm and Blues