Phoebe, a clinical guidelines specialist, and Lee, a principal product support engineer—both from Virginia—met on Coffee Meets Bagel.
On their first date, they bonded over a shared list of bucket list travel destinations, and the surprise to them both that their pets—his dog and her cat—shared the name “Oreo.” They talked and sipped bubble tea until after the cafe closed. Five years later, Lee proposed at a vineyard.
Phoebe says her favorite detail of the August wedding day was the blending of the Eastern and Western cultures—nods to Chinese culture were sprinkled throughout, including the Chinese symbol for “double happiness” on programs, menu cards, signs, and more; and a traditional Chinese lion dance—for a “modern Asian wedding feel.” Lee’s favorite part was the traditional tea ceremony the day before, which he says was intimate and allowed the pair to pay respects to their parents and family.
The wisteria and light gray color scheme complemented the “modern farmhouse” vibe. Favors included Byrd’s Famous cookies and—in the spirit of their first date—bubble tea.
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The Details
Photographer: Corrin Jasinski
Venue: Fleetwood Farm Winery
Planning and design: Linda Ha Events
Florist: The Pink Poppy
Invitations: Minted
Catering: Main Event Caterers
Cake: Jisoo Cake and Design
Hairstylist: Sasha Styles
Makeup Artist: Suh Real Make Up
Bride’s attire: Stella York from The Bridal Room (ceremony); East Meets Dress (traditional Chinese cheongsam); Justin Alexander from St. Anthony’s Bridal
Groom’s attire: Suitability of McLean
Bridesmaids’ attire: Kennedy Blue and Azazie
Groomsmen’s attire: The Black Tux
Music: DJ Chizzau
Videographer: Olea Films (see their highlights film here)
Photo booth: Funtastic Photobooth
Decor: Blissful Design and Decor
Pet handler: Furever & Fur Always
Napkins: For Your Party
Napkin illustration: Simply Marie Design via Etsy
Vow books and venue illustration: Julie Ha Design
Custom neon sign: Brite Lite Tribe
Table runners: Ling’s Moment
Bubble tea: Gong Cha Eden Center
Chinese lion dance: Choy Wun Lions
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.
