I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BEST BUT IT ISNT…read more. i would not recommend this place to anyone.. i do like the dresses but the service was horrible she seemed to do well in the beginning BUT things changed.. she did not keep up with my cousin often and things were not good. we were all really upset with her work ethics.. the photographer she recommended was super friendly but not as skilled as most wedding photographers.. she def knows her stuff she just doesnt have any business skills. good thing we didnt order flowers from the place she was going to recommend.. we got flowers from costco and they were super super fresh and lots of people asked where the flowers were from. so try costco ;) but i would not go here unless all you want is a nice dress but dont expect that much..

my experience was great with Elena J. Not sure about the negative reviews.. I got the dress and…read moremakeup/hair. The makeup artist is the TOP NOTCH. Ms. Oh used to do the makeups for celebrities in Korea, and her makeup is seriously elegant and natural. Her hair was also excellent and I received so many compliments on my hair and makeup. I'll attach some of my pictures. Elena J has many options for dress, and they also rent, but since I had to do another wedding out of the country, I bought one. It was reasonably priced and prettiest dress I could find. I did not have any issue with their service.. Both Ms. Oh and Ms. Chung attended my wedding and helped out with details like dress changes, and touch up to makeup. They were so nice to me and my wedding party from the beginning to the end.

Seems like they're on Groupon all the time. Our horseback ride started about 1.5hours late. I…read morewasn't happy about this at all. Not simply because he was running late, but because the house (castle/waiting room/party room) was absolutely filthy. I was really taken aback by a business looking like this, even if it's a business that works w/ animals. When we got there, the owner and assistant were on a ride w/ another group. Then the group we were supposed to be riding with were an hour late, so we had to wait for them. It was just annoying, although Steven (owner) was friendly. When we walked into the empty house it looked like a construction space, a hen was walking around the inside and I even saw it poop IN THE KITCHEN! Things finally turned around when I hopped on Sherman (my white horse w/ black spots). He was a greedy little thing and ate up all the grass but he was a great horse. Steven immediately put ppl on the horses and taught us while we were riding. He was a straight to it teacher and I liked that. He definitely knows what he's doing when it comes to animals. He took a bunch of pictures and videos and sent them to everyone in the group. I'm thankful to have such awesome pictures that didn't cost us extra. I'm giving 4 stars despite the filth because Steven was friendly, welcoming, and I enjoyed the experience. Tip: -don't eat there if germs bug u -don't arrive early, there's no point -yes, you're in the right spot, even though it looks a little funky on the outside

It's funny this guy is trying to say we never went when we did - I'd love to see what evidence he…read morehas considering during our entire time there he never once asked for our names or checked that we even had a reservation. He also never redeemed our Groupon. He has repeatedly messaged me and begged me to remove this review and has even reported it to Yelp to try to get it removed. Not only do I stand by my review but this Steven Strasburg owner has proved himself to not only be completely unprofessional but also desperate and dishonest. My advice: TAKE SOME RESPONSIBILITY for your business instead of accusing people of posting fake reviews or saying "it must've been another place". This is the ONLY time where an owner has not only not apologized but tried to say I'm posting for the wrong Castle Strasburg. How many Castle Strasburg horseriding places are there in Midland, VA? SHAME ON YOU!

Tani helped me to plan my wedding that took place on November 11, 2018 in the DC area. She was the…read moremost responsive wedding planner I had reached out to and immediately began helping me plan the day to make it special and memorable. She helped me find vendors and design the wedding based on my preferences. Along the way, she also tried to help me find the lowest, but quality services. I'm very thankful for her help and would recommend her to other brides looking for a right hand in their planning process! Thank you Tani!

I had my first ever professional massage at TC Wellness in October. Brennan made the whole…read moreexperience very comfortable and took the time to ask about problematic areas as well as give tips and suggestions on how to cure the problems in addition to regular massages. The prices here are fantastic as well. I haven't been in for a second massage yet, but plan on making my appointment very soon!

Attended a recent wedding at Whites Ferry Landing in Leesburg. 10 minutes past the outlet and…read moreopposite to the road with a Golf Course . Owned by a South Asian it does cater to a lot of South Asian weddings but also other denominations. Pretty and large open space. However you have to park at the bottom of the Hill and walk up. If its cold or in heels, good luck. There is a small shuttle that will take 4-7 folks up but be careful getting in and out. If its early April and its cold, wear warm clothes like a overcoat. The bar and place for food buffets is outside...great for warm weather but not cold. The outdoor toilets flood so be aware. Nice large tent for guests but in cold weather don't depend on warmth from the heater as the door outside stays open a lot. Seems like a nice place to hold weddings with space but caveats beware.

Had an an amazing experience at Whites Ferry Manor. Enjoyed the service as well as their food…read more Recently attended my friend's wedding and the venue was outstanding. There is nothing like this in this area and I would love to hold my wedding here.

I honestly can't say enough good things about Lux Moments! We hired Sana as our day-of wedding…read morecoordinator, and she was AMAZING. Hands down one of the best decisions we made during the whole planning process. Even though she was just booked for day-of coordination, she was super involved leading up to the wedding. Sana checked in with us multiple times, helped us fine-tune our timeline, and asked a bunch of helpful questions that I wouldn't have even thought of on my own. It really felt like she cared about making everything perfect. Sana showed up early, got to know our vendors and wedding party, and just totally took over in the best way. I didn't have to answer a single question or stress about anything. Everything flowed so smoothly -- the ceremony, the reception, speeches, dances, everything -- and she kept us right on schedule without making it feel rushed or too structured. There were a few small things that went wrong (as always happens on a wedding day), and I didn't even know about them until later because Lux Moments handled everything behind the scenes like a pro. Some standout things they did: Kept all the vendors in sync so we didn't have to worry about a thing Made sure the bridal party was where they needed to be at all times Made our guests feel welcomed and helped with questions/seating/etc. Sana is so kind, calm, and genuine. It felt like having an extra friend who happened to be super organized and knew exactly what they were doing. If you're debating whether or not you need a day-of coordinator: YOU DO. And if you're thinking of going with Lux Moments, do it. Sana will make your wedding day feel effortless and let you actually enjoy every second of it. 10/10 would recommend.

A few days ago, I attended a wedding and was amazed at how well-organized the entire event was…read more From the beautiful decorations to the food, the bride and groom's grand entrance, and the flawless table arrangements--everything was executed perfectly. I was so impressed that I had to ask who the event manager was, and that's when I learned about Lux Events. I highly recommend her! I even told her that she'll be the first person we call for our next event.

Great place to have a wedding. Sunsets are amazing. The barn decor with houseplants and bistro…read morelights very nice Buddy had his ceremony and dinner here. Ceremony area idyllic. A little hot though Barn can get a little stuffy but stepping outside there is a nice breeze Can't beat the rustic farmhouse look though Very romantic

My wife and I were keen on finding a venue that had a vibrant nature and outdoorsy vibe. We were…read moreimmediately charmed when we first saw East Lynn Farms, and met the team behind its operation. The owners Georgia and Peter were incredibly supportive, and gave sage advice throughout our planning process. In addition, Alyson, who handles the emails for the farm, was always incredibly quick to provide responses to our questions, and was a pleasure to communicate with. We visited the venue a couple times throughout 2019 between January and our wedding this past September. It takes some imagination to picture how the grounds would look like on your wedding day, because it transforms so much with each season. However, we thought it was gorgeous and made for a terrific backdrop each time we visited regardless of the season. The farm is between an hour to an hour and a half outside of D.C. so it is a fantastic option for getting a rustic venue space that is still accessible for our friends living in the city and the families flying in to Reagan or Dulles. There is a lot of flexibility for events at East Lynn Farms, which may be a stressor for couples depending on their appetite for DIY versus a turnkey wedding option. The farm includes some decorations and a list of recommended vendors, but we were not restricted to the list as long as the vendors we chose had the appropriate license and insurance. The farm allows you to provide our own beverages for events, and we were able to save quite a bit by sourcing our drinks from Costco rather than ordering through the caterer. My wife and I were initially worried about how hot might be at the tail end of Summer, and we contemplated renting fans or A/C units for the wedding. Thankfully, Georgia advised us that the surrounding mountains provided the area with a cooler ambient temperature and a reasonable breeze that negated the need for that hefty expense. On our wedding day, the weather was perfect! Even at the peak of the afternoon it never got so hot that it was uncomfortable to wear a suit jacket, and at the end of the night it wasn't so cold that one needed a jacket. There's no limit of the amount of praise and recommendations my wife and I would give to East Lynn! We honestly couldn't have imagined a better place to have our wedding!

Went to a wedding recently where Pushpa was the event coordinator. It was a large multi day wedding…read moreevent with over 1000 guests. Pushes was extremely disorganized, arrogant and rude. I heard from both the bride's and groom's families that they were unhappy with her services and her behavior. Any question asked was met with rude responses. It is clear her and her team cannot manage large multi day events. I saw her behavior for myself on more than on instance and will not recommend her to anyone else. It is one thing to be organized and be assertive but arrogant and rude in this line of work is totally uncalled for.

Pushpa is extremely organized! Being a vendor myself I understand how hectic event planning service…read morecan be! There are plenty of planners out there but I have never come across someone who is so detailed and organized! She understands each event's need and guides you through the process. Her approach to planning is so refreshing!

CYMNow Flowers at Eden Center is absolutely worth the trip. This small shop is easy to spot with…read morethe beautiful flower decorations right outside, and the quality is incredible. I stopped in around Mother's Day and was amazed by the pricing. Their pre-made bouquets were around $30 and were huge, gorgeous, and far better than anything you'd get at a grocery store for the same price. The florist is wonderful, and every arrangement looks unique, fresh, and high-end. You can truly tell the flowers are quality. Definitely order ahead for major holidays because they get busy. Even though Eden Center parking can be chaotic, I will absolutely keep coming back because the beauty, size, and value of these bouquets are unmatched.

Having used this florist last year and extremely satisfied, I wanted to use the florist again. I…read moreordered an arrangement for a family funeral. The owner spent almost an hour with me a week prior to pickup to talk about the arragnement including what color flowers, price and size of the arrangement. He wrote in a spiral notebook and added me to the computer system. As requested, I called and left a detailed message but never heard back. I even received a text message saying that they would call me back - the owner claimed it was an AI error. When I went to pick up the arrangement - there was no arragement - and the owner acted like he had never seen me before. In my grief, I lashed out and eventually apologized. What is mind blowing is that the owner could not admit his mistake. Clearly he had messed up and the appropriate thing to do would have apologized. Instead he said the customer is NEVER right and threw us out of the store.

This company is truly a pleasure to work with. We have worked together on many weddings and have…read morealways have a great experience. They really love what they do and it shows with their attention to detail and amazing customer service. Grace from Engaging Affairs recently went above and beyond to help with a sticky situation we were having. She knows how to step in and make things happen. This is the type of team you need to stand behind you on your most important day. I would highly recommend day of and full planning services to any bride seeking some assistance for her most important day.

My husband proposed in April of 2015 and we planned to be married 5 months later, in September of…read more2015. I knew with this short time frame, we needed a planner! I decided to check with my dear friend Google to see if he knew of a good wedding planner. I found 3 or 4 options and sent out an email to all, a couple responses consisted of the generic automated kick back email. I was pleasantly surprised when I listened to my first (of many) voicemails from Grace. She sounded so sweet, organized, and ready to get started. It was this initial contact that really made me feel like this company cared to make a good first impression and we set up the interview. Our first meeting with Grace was wonderful, she left us feeling confident that we could really plan and execute the wedding we wanted within our short time frame. From that day on, Grace worked diligently. She quickly gained an understanding of our likes and dislikes, which is so important when using a planner. She was able to weed out and narrow down my options without me always being there to offer input. I spoke with Grace on a daily basis, she was always updating, asking questions, or simply wishing me a good day! She set up all of the meetings, always arriving early to ensure the vendors were prepared. Grace has incredible taste and always provided her feedback in regards to staying with the style/decor I wanted. Needless to say, sometimes she knew what I wanted better than I did! She really did handle it all, leaving the fun parts for Vince and I to enjoy. Grace has incredible organizational skills, leaving no loose ends. She worked very hard to work around our busy schedule, often catching up with me via email late at night. I was always so impressed that she was working on our wedding at 11 o' clock at night! She also worked very closely with our venue as well as the vendors, ensuring they had all of their ducks in a row for the big day. She made several visits to the church as well as reception venue without me, making sure everything was ready to run smoothly for our day. The day of the reception was PERFECT! While I am sure there were a few hiccups, Grace ensured our day was stress free. It truly could not have gone better. My husband and I really appreciated the way Grace put out fires and solved problems without involving us, always mentioning the issues that occurred a few weeks later! Grace is not only an incredible planner, she is kind, genuine, and honest. She quickly became a dear friend, a few tears were definitely shed at the end of the wedding day. Your wedding day is such a special and intimate moment, it was ideal having someone that you feel close with running the show. She helped me put on my vail, drove our golf cart around the reception, and helped me take off my very complicated dress at the end of the night. We often joked that it was our wedding day I am happy to say that not only did my husband and I hit the lottery with our wedding planner, we gained a lifetime friend as well. Many thanks to Engaging Affairs & Grace!! Vincent and Cassie

Where do I begin...Christin is PHENOMENAL!! I got married this past Friday and let me tell…read moreyou...she did an OUTSTANDING JOB on my wife, daughter and mother-in-law!! We struggled for weeks trying to find a make up artist and wasn't sure if we would even would find one. She is truly a Godsend. I had an opportunity to thank her personally before the wedding and told her how much I truly appreciated her helping us out in our time of need. You will not be disappointed...NOT ONE BIT!! Christin is punctual, professional and kind hearted. SHE KNOWS HER STUFF. I'm typing the words in capital letters on purpose. The bible says to give honor where honor is due and she surely deserves hers. Christin, thank you again so much for making my wife's wedding day a success. We couldn't have done it without you!!

I got my makeup done for my wedding and honestly, I'm so happy! The makeup artist really listened…read moreto what I wanted and created a perfectly polished and natural look. The foundation, eye makeup, and lips were all flawlessly blended. My makeup stayed fresh all day, and I got compliments from everyone. I would definitely highly recommend them!