Glowing DC Wedding Reception In Union Station

For a couple born and raised in the D.C. area, Abby and Will described their wedding day as “truly iconic,” drawing inspiration from the historic East Hall of Union Station. Captivated by the room’s elegant and warm architecture, they shaped every detail of the celebration around its aura. Captured by Manda Weaver Photography, the day began at the Willard InterContinental Hotel, where Abby got ready in the JFK Suite alongside her mother, sister, and closest friends. “I could not have been more at peace knowing I was going to marry the love of my life,” she recalled. Bridesmaids wore dresses in a spring palette of pink, green, and yellow — a modern, mix-and-match approach that added a fresh pop of color against the classic backdrop.

The ceremony was held beneath vaulted ceilings, vintage lighting, and rich historic detail, offering a timeless atmosphere. Abby wore a halter gown by Antonio Gual, featuring lace and beading — an elegant look perfectly suited to the setting.

For the reception, Abby changed into a sequined dress that caught the candlelight as she stepped into the celebration. Union Station was transformed into an elegant dinner party, softened by spring floral arrangements, flickering candlelight, and thoughtful details of printed green floral plates and subtly embossed tablecloths. The space radiated charm and tenderness, an elevated yet heartfelt reflection of the couple’s vision. Abby remembers, “We never lost sight of the purpose of the event,” as they planned each decision and took on each challenge together.