Our Wedding Blog

Planning a Military Wedding – “Roger That!”

From creating your guest list to picking out the perfect centerpiece, planning a wedding is hard but planning a military wedding may be even more work. Keeping in mind the rules, regulations, and respect that come with planning a military wedding may have you wanting to go to the courtroom instead, but don’t lose your hair just yet, as we’ll break down how to properly plan a military...

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2019 Fall Wedding Trends

Goodbye summer nights and hello cardigans, boots, and everything fall! Not only is the season changing but so are the wedding trends! Goodbye beach themes, pale pinks and say hello to oranges, greens, and harvest themes! Keep reading if you’re ready for fall trends and how you can incorporate them into your wedding! No more are the pale palettes, pinks and light color schemes. Midnight...

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A Timeline for Your Big Day

You’ve planned almost everything for your big day but there’s one thing that just isn’t set in stone yet, the timeline. The managers at Lesner Inn know that a timeline won’t be followed to an exact “T” on your wedding day, but it is a necessity to have for your vendors to make sure the order of events stays pretty well in check. Maybe you have an idea of what you want to...

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Couple Spotlight: Julia & Jake 5.25.2019

Julia and Jake kissed their way into forever at Lesner Inn on May 25, 2019 overlooking the Lynnhaven River. The day was perfected with light blues, cake to feed the guests as they danced the night away, and love that filled Lesner Hall to the brim. After their big day was over, we asked Julia and Jake to take a second a reminisce on their relationship and their wedding day – take...

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Looking Back on Summer Weddings

The drinks were overflowing, joy and laughter filled the air, and our Lesner couples said “I do” under the heat of the sun and to the calming sounds of the Lynnhaven River. The summer of 2019 was one to remember…from June to August, the Lesner Inn managers saw some of the most beautiful weddings and fun trends. From décor to fun exits to florals, here are some things we’re sad to see...

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5 Reasons to Have an Evening Wedding

It’s time. You put your gown on and begin to line up. You see your soon to be spouse walk down the aisle. The wedding party, ring bearer, and flower girl follow, and now, it’s your turn. You take a deep breath in and look up – but what do you see? Figuring out what time of day you want your wedding to be can have an impact on not only what your everything will look like but also...

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Five Reasons Why You Should Have an Afternoon Wedding

It’s the beginning stages of wedding planning. You’re already starting to look into venues but you seem to be stuck on answering a pesky question that keeps coming up, “what time are you looking to have your wedding?” Now comes the time to ask yourself – do you want an afternoon or evening wedding. Lunch or Dinner? Sunrise or Sunset? There are so many factors when it comes to...

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How To Shorten Your Guest List

Mom? Check. Dad? Check. Uncle Steve? Check. What about your college friend who you see every four months or your cousin who just comes to big family events? When it comes to creating the guest list it can be a bit stressful to make sure you have everyone special to you while not inviting 400 people you know. We’ve come up with four ways to narrow down your guest list so you can have...

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What Kind of Wedding Planner Do I Need?

Don’t forget to send in the venue deposit, make the invitations, hire the florist from downtown and have you checked to see if Cousin Janet RSVP’d yet? When it comes to planning a wedding there are so many pieces, details and people involved that you may not have the time or energy to deal with everything, so before you forgo any outside help take some time and read on about the different...

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8 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding

Traditional or personalized? Should you stick with one or mix in both for your wedding? We think that it’s your day so you do whatever makes you most happy! If you do decide to head down the personalized road, whether it be fully or for just one thing, but have no idea on where to start, Lesner Inn has 8 ways to personalize your big day! We hope you can find some inspiration!   Write...

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Keep ‘Em Busy: Kid’s Edition

They’re small, cute and sometimes sticky. They’re the little ones we love and adore but fear may get bored as you walk down the aisle and say I do. Never fear, we’re here to help! This guide will give you some ideas to keep the kiddos busy and entertained all night long! Step One: Think Kid What did you love doing when you were younger? What are things that a 3 year old will enjoy but...

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Top-Notch Tips from Past Couples

They say you should learn from others. Learn from their mistakes, their experiences, and their successes so you can succeed, and we couldn’t agree more! Taking advice from previous Lesner Inn couples will help you tremendously when planning your own wedding. We hope you enjoy these top-notch tips from couples before you because getting to hear another perspective of things is the best...

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  • Mr. & Mrs. John­son

    MARCH 10, 2018
    ENTIRE VENUE

    Working with Lindsey and the Lesner Inn was great! I planned the majority of my wedding from out of town and Lindsey could not have been more patient with my constant emails. The venue looked beautiful at the reception and my guests loved the views and the food. The crab cakes were everyone’s favorite. Thank you so much to the Lesner Inn team and & Lindsey for such a beautiful wedding!

  • Mr. & Mrs. Jurko

    JUNE 22, 2018
    LESNER HALL & SUNSET DECK

    I could NOT be happier with the service from Lesner Inn. Our coordinator Liz was SO helpful each time we met with her and had questions. The ceremony and receptions spaces were absolutely beautiful. If I had to do it all over again I wouldn’t change a thing and I would recommend this venue to anyone!

  • The Bells

    SEPTEMBER 24, 2016
    LESNER HALL & SUNSET DECK

    Alexis, We just wanted to say thank you for all that you did Saturday & all the planning leading up to our wedding day. We had such an amazing day! And we really appreciated you making sure we were taken care of throughout the night. You’re amazing at what you do & helped our wedding day turn out to be perfect! Thank you again!

  • Jon & Brit­tany Wil­son

    JULY 15, 2017
    LESNER HALL & SUNSET DECK

    Girls at the Lesner Inn, Wow! I can’t believe it’s been just about a year since Jon and I came through the doors and knew that this would be the place we say “I do”. You guys are awesome and made planning a breeze even for this bride who didn’t have it all together. Thank you guys so much for everything, our day was perfect!

  • Kyle & Elise Miller

    APRIL 8, 2018
    LESNER HALL & SUNSET DECK

    Lindsey!
    I am speechless! Friday was truly amazing. You went above and beyond to make our day so special! We loved every second of the night. Thank you also for the champagne glasses and kitchen towel. You are so sweet! Everyone raved about the night. You and Lesner Inn are AMAZING!
    Love you
    Kyle & Elise Miller

  • I choose you 💕 Photo: DCPG Photography + Design
  • The first kiss as Mr. and Mrs. is the best kiss 😘 Photo: Sarah Vanderford Photography Dress: David's Bridal
  • When you realize it's the weekend 🙌 What are your plans?? Comment below! Photo:Michael & Laura Photography Dress: Wedding Atelier
  • Long shots of the Waterside Deck are one of our absolute faves 😍 Photo: Timeless Tides Photography
  • Sunset Deck kisses are the best sort of kisses 😘 • • Photo: Ashley Henry Photography
  • Happiness and confidence are the best things you can wear on your wedding day ❤️ • • And we can't go without talking about that view..the perfect backdrop for bridal shots 🙌 • • Photo: Daissy Torres Photography Hair/MUA: Rudy & Kelly - Greenbrier Mall Salon Flowers: Gather
  • Just outside the Waterside Deck, there's a perfect spot to get away and take in the newest chapter of your life ❤️ • • Photo: Sarah Vanderford Photography Dress: David's Bridal
  • We absolutely LOVE when bands play at weddings! There's just something about someone singing live that gets the party goin' 😍🙌 • • Photo: Courtney Timms Photography Lighting: Stage Right Lighting Weddings & Special Events Band: Strictly Bizzness
  • One reason we love daytime weddings is because of the natural light photos, even when you exit on a boat! 😍 Check out a couple more reasons to have a daytime wedding on one of our recent blogs! • • Photo: Kayla Belle Photography Dress: Pronovias Hair: Stephanie Michelle Hair MUA: Dhalia Edwards Makeup
  • The dock outside of the Waterside Deck is the absolute perfect spot to get away and spend a moment with your soulmate ❤️ • • Photo: Blush Wood Studios Hair/MUA: Darling & Dapper Dress: BHLDN
  • It's like a dream became reality 😍 • • Photo: Courtney Timms Photography Flowers: Parties for Particular People
  • YES to everything about this picture! A beautiful bride and a beautiful backdrop 😍 • • Photo: Timeless Tides Photography
  • "A million times over, I will always choose you" 💕 • • Photo: Shawn Sawyer Photography
  • Your bridesmaids are everything on your wedding day. Your support system, your hug before you walk down the aisle, your personal hype team, and forever your sisters 💕 • • Photo: Courtney Timms Photography Dress: Studio I Do Bridals Virginia Beach Flowers: Parties for Particular People Hair: Hair Daze Salon & Spa MUA: Dhalia Edwards Makeup
  • There are only two times I want to be with you...now and forever 🥰 • • Photo: Chelsie Darling Photography Dress: Here & Now Bridal
  • Just a bride, blue skies, and the love to last a lifetime ❤️ • • Photo: Daissy Torres Photography
  • The reaction when Mom and Dad kiss 😂 • • Photo: Leah Ariel Photography, LLC Florals: Fluttering Flowers
  • You are the best thing that's ever been mine ❤️ • • Photo: Cynthia Tenney Photography Gown: Ava Clara Couture Bridal Designer: Kenneth Winston
  • In March 2017, Tim surprised Courtney on the beach with a ring (if you didn't already know, she said "yes"). Tim then doubled down on the surprise with a party including family and friends from Baltimore, Virginia Beach, and Arlington an hour or so later at nearby Chick's Bar and Grill ❤️ • • Photo by Dustin Lewis Images
  • 😍🙌🎉....pretty much sums up this moment • • Photo by Luke and Ashley Photography
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