We’ve all heard stories of last-minute wedding disasters, but have you ever considered what it would take to avoid them? Over our years of experience in wedding planning, we’ve gathered enough stories from industry colleagues and weddings of our own to write a book of lessons and reminders for any couple planning their big day. […]
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Have you ever wondered what happens during a wedding planning consultation? As experienced Washington, D.C. wedding planners, we have spent countless hours meeting with couples to discuss their plans for their wedding day. Do you have a call or two on the books with prospective wedding planners and are unsure about the process or how […]
Entertainment is THE MOOD setter for a reception. Choosing the right kind of entertainment, whether live music or a DJ, is entirely up to your preference. So, how do you choose which will work best for you? Start by discussing with your wedding planner. We have been planning weddings since 2014, and we know how […]
Modern technology makes it easier than ever to serve our clients and simplify our planning process and communication. Below is a (non-comprehensive) list of the tools and apps I use in my wedding planning business. Showit You’re viewing this blog and my website on Showit. Showit is a drag-and-drop website platform that provides creative freedom […]
Whether you’ve had your eye on the ideal venue for a year or you’re sifting through lists of recommended venues in your area, I think we can all agree that your wedding venue will set the tone for the rest of your big day. Just think about it: your venue is the place that will […]
We’re well into 2023, and approaching the end of the most popular engagement season! Whether congratulations are in order for you and your partner, or whether you’re expecting a proposal in the near future, it’s never a bad time to begin thinking about your first steps in wedding planning. After celebrating with loved ones and […]
D + T’s Wedding Day D + T were married on May 12, 2021 at the LINE Hotel in Washington, D.C. They reached out to our team amid the pandemic. They were eager to move forward with wedding plans but were at a loss with where to begin and knew above all they wanted to […]
Custom gifting from Camden & Blue As the couple getting married, you’re obviously the stars of the wedding. But what about your wedding party? They’ve put in time, money, and energy to make your day as special as possible. So how can you show your wedding party you appreciate them? Read on. Pay What You […]
Stephanie and LaMarr were married on December 6, 2020 at Viceroy Washington DC Stephanie and LaMarr were our final couple of 2020 and we couldn’t be happier to have been apart of their journey to marriage. Stephanie and LaMarr booked our services for one of our all-inclusive micro-wedding packages at Viceroy Washington DC. Their day […]
I’m sure you’ve seen those epic photos of couples having the absolute time of their lives as they dash through rows of their friends and family holding sparklers to their exit vehicle. They’re amazing – but sparklers are not without their issues. Not every venue allows sparklers for your end of the night send-off. And […]
When you’re looking for the venue for your wedding day, it’s important to consider options that best suit your style, fits into your planned budget, and is in your ideal location. Here are five new venues in and around Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and surrounding areas. Venues in Washington, D.C. Ajax DC Ajax DC, a new […]
It was never my plan to become a wedding planner. In fact, until I began the process of planning my own interfaith, interracial wedding in 2012, my only understanding of what a wedding planner did was from (terrible) 2000’s rom-com movies about the profession. I’m looking at you, J. Lo. It can be hard to […]
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I’m an event logistics guru and wedding designer based in Washington, D.C. I’m also a wife and mama to a fiercely independent toddler and two fluffy terriers. Settle in as we share our team’s latest love stories, behind-the-scenes adventures and top-notch wedding planning advice.
Dantus & Co. Events specializes in special event, and wedding planning & design in the greater Washington, D.C. area and beyond. Our couples are busy professionals who love details, want to incorporate several cultures or religions into their big day, and need a wedding planner who gets it to help.