An ob-gyn resident from Maryland and a sales vice president from Georgia, Courtney and Sheldon clicked on Instagram. “From that first message,” says Courtney, “everything just seemed to fall into place.” Their first date was at the lobby restaurant in the former W Hotel, and five years later , Sheldon proposed on a beach in Cancún. Get more Washingtonian Weddings inspo Newsletter | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest Get more Washingtonian Weddings inspo Newsletter | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest Their wedding design—in black, white, emerald green, and gold—featured a lush romantic-garden theme that nodded to Sheldon’s green thumb. Courtney’s favorite element was the floral centerpieces, which she says brought the reception to life. Sheldon appreciated the windows at the ceremony, which let in natural light for a sense of elegance and warmth during their vows. Among other special touches were the intricately designed gold-and-white menus and the black-and-white dance floor, a focal point they say was a last-minute choice that transformed the room.   The Details Planning and design: B Astonished Event Florist: Sophie Felts Floral Design Invitations: Little Carabao Studio Hairstylist: Dommie Cole Makeup artist: Lo Nicely Skin Beauty (bride); The Bridesmaids Exclusive Bride’s attire: Elegance by Roya (ceremony); The Bridal Room (reception) Groom’s attire: Alton Lane Bridesmaids’ attire: Bella Bridesmaids Groomsmen’s attire: The Black Tux Music: DJ Analyze from Gold Boot Entertainment; Aladdin Da Prince (emcee) Rentals: Something Vintage; Table Manners Escort wall: Sweet Gifts Production: The LightSource Company Videographer: Alex Franco Films Photo booth: Smile Social Photo Booth   This wedding originally appeared in the January 2025 issue of Washingtonian. The post The Lush Romantic-Garden Theme of This Wedding Was a Nod to the Groom’s Green Thumb first appeared on Washingtonian. ...read more read less