Sparks flew when Courtney and Hazem met at a salsa club in Adams Morgan. Exactly three years after their subsequent first date—which included hours of conversation at a wine bar followed by a late-night movie—Hazem popped the question at the Washington Monument. Their wedding, they say, drew inspiration from the beauty of spring, French opulence, and Impressionist art, with over-the-top floral arrangements and an escort wall that displayed watercolor images of their guests.
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The abundant flowers were a splurge, they say, but the menu was another top priority. Appetizers included mini beef Wellington, lobster corn dogs, crab dip, and more, followed by entrée options of short rib (guests are still raving!), Chilean sea bass, honey-glazed chicken, and vegetarian spring-pea ravioli—plus chicken fingers and fries for the young diners. The sweet finish: both cake and ice-cream sandwiches, a nod to Hazem’s affinity for the frozen dessert.
The Details
Planning and design: Tulle & Tinsel Event Co.
Florist: Darling and Daughters
Invitations: Shasta Bell Calligraphy
Caterer: Get Plated Catering
Cake: Flour Batch Kid
Hairstylist: Tress Art Hair
Makeup artist: Blush by Makki
Bride’s attire: Lazaro Bridal from Love Couture Bridal
Groom’s attire: Lustre Formal Wear; Dorian Boutique
Bridesmaids’ attire: For Her and For Him
Groomsmen’s attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Music: District Strings (ceremony); DJ Honcho
Transportation: Discreet Limos; Vintage Limos
Rentals: Select Event Group; Maison de Carine; Something Vintage
Lighting: John Farr Lighting Design
Dance floor and draping: Fabrication Events
Gift boxes: Olive Gift Co.
Photographer: Nikki Daskalakis
This wedding originally appeared in the June 2023 issue of Washingtonian.
Amy leads Washingtonian Weddings and writes Style Setters for Washingtonian. Prior to joining Washingtonian in March 2016, she was the editor of Capitol File magazine in DC and before that, editor of What’s Up? Weddings in Annapolis.
