Brittany and Alex’s National Cathedral Wedding was held on a one of the first crisp fall days, and was full of so much joy it is hard to express through a few photographs! This sweet couple said their vows in one of their favorite places, Bishop’s Garden, at the foot of the beautiful National Cathedral overlooking Washington DC. Their ceremony was incredibly intimate, and began as Brittany’s parents escorted her down the aisle to Bruce Springsteen’s “Secret Garden.” As you can imagine, there was not a dry eye in sight! Their wedding day was full of sentimental touches, most notably, the bride’s 3 generation gown that was custom tailored for this special day. Navy, ivory and green tones were artistically intertwined throughout the wedding day by Caroline Dutton Events. The couple’s beautiful wedding day concluded with dinner and dancing within the arches of the cathedral, for an evening to remember.


As featured in The Knot Magazine

Elegant wedding invitation suite in navy and white with floral accents.
Elegant bride in flowing dress poses in garden pathway.
Navy and white wedding stationery suite with elegant floral accents and silk ribbon detail.
Romantic bridal bouquet with white roses and cafe au lait dahlias.
Close-up of white and blush wedding bouquet with flowing silk ribbon.
Groom adjusts cufflink wearing navy suit and light blue bowtie.
Gothic cathedral spires reach into blue sky with white clouds.
String quartet performs outdoor music at garden wedding.
White garden wedding ceremony setup with floral arch and matching flower arrangements on pedestals.
Three flower girls in white dresses hold hands while standing on the lawn.
Wedding processional shows a couple walking down the outdoor aisle accompanied by family in formal attire.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs facing a cathedral with Gothic architecture.
Black and white photo of newlyweds walking under white arch during outdoor ceremony.
Newlyweds share an intimate embrace on their wedding day in a sunlit garden setting.
Wedding celebration candid moment shows affectionate embrace on lawn with guests in background.
Wedding couple stands on lawn before magnificent Gothic cathedral architecture.
Elegant couple poses with white floral bouquet in garden setting.
Couple in wedding attire walks hand in hand on grounds of Gothic cathedral.
Close-up of couple holding hands while walking, bride in fitted white gown carrying bouquet.
Intimate wedding portrait showing a romantic moment with the bride's elegant updo hairstyle and groom's boutonniere.
Newlyweds walking together on a path by a Gothic stone building with beautiful architecture.
Gothic cathedral exterior and stone garden steps surrounded by lush greenery.
Aerial view of an elegant outdoor wedding reception setup in a manicured garden with blue accents.
Crystal glassware on silver tray and patterned tablecloth at elegant outdoor reception.
Wedding seating chart display with blue and white place cards decorated with green foliage.
Majestic cathedral interior with vaulted ceilings, rose window, and navy reception tables.
Formal place setting with navy linens and long banquet table in cathedral nave.
Gothic cathedral reception hall with soaring arches and blue tablescapes set for wedding dinner.
Elegant reception in historic cathedral with dramatic stained glass window and vaulted ceiling.
Black and white photo of a romantic dance in a grand cathedral with a rose window.
Black and white photograph of an elegant wedding reception in a cathedral with high vaulted ceilings.
Intimate black and white photo of a romantic moment between a couple in a church setting.

Coordination & Design: Caroline Dutton Events

Venue: Washington National Cathedral

Floral Design: Floral & Bloom Designs



Washington National Cathedral Photographer: Audra Wrisley

Custom Gown: Green and Blue Studio

Film Scans: Richard Photo Lab