Drawn to his tall, dark handsomeness one night at the Park at 14th in DC, Adjoba introduced herself to Nana. He was taken by her beautiful smile. A couple years later, Nana turned an anniversary dinner and photo session at the Four Seasons hotel into a surprise proposal with family and friends.
Their “Valentine’s in July” wedding featured all-white flowers and decor at the ceremony, followed by a reception decorated in red and gold, including two oversize red trees, lush red floral centerpieces, heart-shaped menus, a wall of red roses, and a red watercolor design for the dance floor and stage. The menu included a mix of American and Ivorian dishes, plus late-night bites that were boxed and delivered to the dance floor. To cap off the evening, the newlyweds surprised their guests with a fireworks display, what they call the “number-one must-have” on their planning list.
The Details
Planning and design: MasterPlan Events
Florist: Bethel Events
Invitations: Boxed Wedding Invitations
Caterer: Taste of Saleesha and Raspberry Plain Manor
Cake: Pink Diva Cakes
Hairstylist: Hair by MicDiva
Makeup artist: Dupes on the Beat
Bride’s attire: Pantora Bridal
Groom’s attire: Brian Alexander Bespoke
Bridesmaids’ attire: Flat 17 Studio
Groomsmen’s attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Music/entertainment: Clifford Owusu (emcee); DJ EarthKwak
Transportation: An Extraordinar Limousine
Videography: URC Studio
Photo booth: Smile Social Photo Booth
Photographer: Stanlo Photography
Production: The LightSource Company
Day-of paper: LePenn Designs
Venue: Raspberry Plain Manor
This wedding originally appeared in the January 2024 issue of Washingtonian.