Two of Romona Keveza's newest wedding gowns—including a major "something blue." Photographs courtesy of Romona Keveza

Designer Romona Keveza has become a staple on the Hollywood red carpet, dressing the likes of Angelina Jolie, Lea Michele, and, just last night at the SAG Awards, actress Kaley Cuoco—but she’s perhaps even more well known in the world of wedding gowns, creating feminine dresses with a whimsical twist.

One of our absolute favorite gowns from October bridal market was the Romona Keveza Couture gown shown above left, a corseted bodice with a Swiss-dot skirt that shows off a little leg—just the right mix of sweet and sexy. She’s also known for her use of color, especially a Tiffany blue shade (shown above, right).

While Keveza is certainly adept at creating more-classic silhouettes, she turns out stunning examples of the little white dress or destination wedding gown variety, too. Keveza also designs a diffusion line, called Legends by Romona Keveza, which has a lower price point.

If you’re in love with these gowns, they’re sold at Rizik’s in DC, Hannelore’s in Old Town Alexandria, and Jeanette’s Bride ‘N Tux in Manassas. Check out the full Romona Keveza Couture Fall 2012 collection after the jump, and let us know what you think of the gowns in the comments.

Our Unveiled wedding showcase was a one-stop-shop for wedding planning. Here, a couple chats with a vendor. Photograph by Holland Photo Arts

Hundreds of brides, grooms, vendors, and guests attended Washingtonian Bride & Groom’s fourth annual Unveiled wedding showcase on Sunday, January 22, at the Mandarin Oriental Washington, DC. The event, coordinated by Washingtonian’s marketing team of Rebecca Schwartz, Eleni Savopoulos, and Katharine Ragsdale, went off without a hitch.

From the moment brides entered the Mandarin, escorted by strolling musicians from Bialek’s Music, the event was inspiring, informative, and, like every wedding should be, fun. The Reem Acra fashion show, emceed by WJLA’s Pamela Brown, elicited oohs and aahs over the amazing wedding gowns, the “Everything You Need to Know About Your Wedding, But Didn’t Think to Ask” panel discussions with expert vendors answered many brides’ (and moms’) toughest questions, and several guests won amazing door prizes.

Other highlights included the Champagne-flute chandelier manned by servers on stilts, the delicious food from the Mandarin Oriental (the lobster orzo station was a big hit), the photobooth from Booth-o-Rama, and an onstage Q&A with Leslie Milk, Washingtonian lifestyle editor and author of It’s Her Wedding but I’ll Cry if I Want To.

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Despite the DIY fails and the last-minute menu adjustments, Jenn and Brandon are too happy to care. Photograph by Jenn Link Photography

Not only do we love the photos by Jenn Link Photography from this Carnegie Institution for Science wedding, but we also appreciate the bride’s honesty when discussing planning her nuptials. Things don’t always run smoothly, but in the end, it’s worth it.
—A Practical Wedding

Arrangements by the Enchanted Florist (left), and H.Bloom (right).

Your love may be like a red, red rose, but to be honest, we’re kind of over the dozen of them that’ve become the Valentine’s Day standard. We asked local florists to share their favorite non-rose arrangement for a more creative—and no less beautiful—addition to your beloved’s desk or kitchen counter this February 14.

One of the stunning Reem Acra wedding dresses hits the runway. Photograph by Holland Photo Arts

One of the highlights of last Sunday’s Unveiled wedding showcase was the breathtaking Reem Acra fashion show, coordinated by the Aba Agency and the Bridal Salon at Saks Jandel. Models, with hair by Christophe Jouenne and makeup by Carl Ray, floated down the runway in Acra’s regal, elegant wedding dresses, and Acra herself walked the runway for the grand finale.

DC area native Sareh Nouri has a collection of wedding gowns, which will be featured at Love Couture Bridal in Potomac next weekend. Photograph by Moshe Zusman

Thursday, January 26
The Dandelion Patch in Georgetown is hosting a Paper Party featuring talented Bethesda stationery designer Claudia Smith of Fig. 2 Design. You’ll be able to check out tons of wedding invitation designs, and enjoy treats and Champagne. And—bonus!—one winning ticket will receive 50 free save-the-dates from Fig. 2, and every attendee will receive a $25 gift card to the Dandelion Patch. RSVP by e-mailing georgetown@thedandelionpatch.com.

Thursday, January 26, through Saturday, January 28
If you liked what you saw at our Unveiled fashion show, see the very same luxurious and regal gowns at a Reem Acra trunk show at The Bridal Salon at Saks Jandel in Chevy Chase. Call 301-652-2250 to schedule your appointment.

Thursday, January 26, through Saturday, January 28
Fans of Liancarlo will want to head to the designer’s trunk show at Carine’s Bridal Atelier in Georgetown—this wedding dress collection features romantic, whimsical gowns with a twist (check them out in our Designer of the Week post here). Call 202-965-4696 to schedule your appointment.

Thursday, January 26, through Sunday, January 29
Jenny Packham’s stylish, vintage-inspired designs are favorites of Kate Middleton, and Kate Winslet recently wore one of her creations to the Golden Globes. Now, Rizik’s in DC is hosting a trunk show of Packham’s newest collection, where you’ll receive 10 percent off her wedding gowns. Call 202-223-4050 to set up an appointment.

Friday, January 27, through Saturday, January 28
Hitched in Georgetown is hosting a trunk show featuring Christos wedding dresses. The collection is fresh, airy, and girly—think tulle, lace, and floral adornments. Call 202-333-6162 to schedule your appointment.

A romantic moment. All photographs by Petruzzo Photography

Ashley and Andrew started dating as high school in Millersville, Maryland; their first date was a trip to Wendy’s. Andrew proposed soon after the couple bought their first home together in Silver Spring.

They married on October 16, 2011, at Stone Manor Country Club in Middletown, Maryland.

“We wanted a simple yet beautiful outdoor ceremony fall, focused on family, good food, and dancing,” says Ashley.

The wedding theme revolved around the letter “A” (the first letter of both of their first names). Flower petals in the shape of the letter adorned the ceremony aisle, and A-shaped props made their photobooth more personal. Family and friends, including the bride’s sister, sister-in-law, and aunt, all assisted with the decor and planning.