{"id":7970,"date":"2020-12-25T12:19:01","date_gmt":"2020-12-25T17:19:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/?p=7970"},"modified":"2020-12-25T12:27:07","modified_gmt":"2020-12-25T17:27:07","slug":"lesner-inn-best-of-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/blog\/lesner-inn-best-of-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"Lesner Inn Best of 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"

2020 was a difficult year. The Pandemic affected the wedding industry in a devastating way with couples scrambling to reschedule and adjust their vision of their big day. But as a small wedding venue<\/a> that has felt the upsetting effects of the pandemic, the Lesner Inn<\/a> is, and always will be, grateful for our clients. So thank YOU for sharing your big days with us and reminding us that love always wins.<\/p>\n

As we started to write our best of 2020 blog, we felt such joy reflecting on the memories of your wedding days. So with hopes to spread some cheer this holiday season, we decided to make this year\u2019s blog more fun and have you vote for the winners! Thank you for participating in the fun and let’s begin!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Dragon Studio<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cake – Mr & Mrs Fitzpatrick<\/h3>\n

Jessica and Reed’s almond and strawberry flavored three tiered cake created by E & E Special Events<\/a> had their guests craving for more! And let\u2019s not skip out on the detailing in the gold foil. WOW.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bouquet – Mr & Mrs Knox<\/span><\/h4>\n

Even though summer weddings are so popular, especially in a beach town like Virginia Beach, we are a sucker for fall weddings. Especially November weddings when the cool air is finally settling in and we see so many white florals for bridal bouquets to complement the cool tones of the season. This includes Kelly Gish Floral Design<\/a>\u2019s bouquet for Nikki this past November.\u00a0 Made with Ranunculus Anemones Garden Roses, Italian Ruscus and a mix of Eucalyptus and Hydrangeas \u2013 it was a true masterpiece. So it came as no surprise when voters chose this as our winning bouquet for 2020!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/sub><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Details – Mr & Mrs Knox<\/h3>\n

Love is in the details, especially at this elegant micro-wedding & reception at the Lesner Inn this past November. Every inch of this wedding & reception was coordinated perfectly \u2013 from the bridal bouquet and floral centerpieces by Kelly Gish<\/a>, romantic waterfront venue, table d\u00e9cor & music by Danny from Astro Entertainment<\/a>. It was simple but ethereal. Thank you to Cat Deline Photography<\/a> for capturing this beautiful ceremony & reception!<\/p>\n

Fun Fact: Two weeks before Dan & Nikki said \u201cI do\u201d at the Lesner Inn, Governor Northam announced a mass gathering limitation of 25 people (from 250 people). Despite adjusting their vision for their big day, SO close to the big day, they still pulled off one of the most beautiful weddings we\u2019ve seen at The Lesner Inn.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Drea Dawn Photography<\/sub><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bros – Mr & Mrs Ehlert\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There\u2019s something about a classic black & white photo that makes us so happy.\u00a0 Here\u2019s to Alex & his best bros!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Dragon Studio<\/sub><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Grand Exit – Mr & Mrs Fitzpatrick<\/strong><\/h3>\n

While a traditional exit takes places when the party is over, we\u2019ve seen a number of staged exits that turn out amazing. And Jessica & Reed\u2019s \u201cexit\u201d from their reception in our Waterside Deck, is no exception.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Bride Tribe – Mr & Mrs Knox<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s true what they say. Friends who slay together, stay together. And this holiday season, this bridal squad SLEIGHED!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photogaphy<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dock Moment – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Salmini<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Lesner Inn is famously known for it’s incredible view of sunsets on the Lynnhaven River.\u00a0 But even on a cloudy afternoon, snapshots of true love can be just as magical. And Schuyler and Robin clearly prove our point! It\u2019s no surprise why their intimate moment on our dock won in the best of 2020.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Luke & Ashley Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Little Ones – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Boyd<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sometimes it\u2019s not enough to ask the parentals for her hand in marriage. Sometimes you have to ask the little ones for approval too. And sometimes he says yes\u2026 but sometimes he has a few words for the officiant!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Kiss – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Knox<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Will they, won\u2019t they? Just kiss already! Nikki and Dan always capture our hearts and clearly yours as well!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Drea Dawn Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Invitation – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Ehlert<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We love this dark & moody palette that Alex and Alex\u00a0<\/strong>used for their fall inspired wedding invitation. And we love how Drea Dawn<\/a> incorporated their invitation on their wedding day.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Photos by Ashley Dawn<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ring Shot – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Hill<\/strong><\/h3>\n

No words to describe the beauty in this photo. No wonder it won Best Ring shot.<\/p>\n

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\"\"Family Moment – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Dancy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Weddings are a day filled with so much love and excitement, surrounded by your closest friends and family. And Elizabeth Henson captured the pure joy shared by Mrs. & Mrs. Dancy\u2019s family as they celebrated their way to forever on September 20th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Squad – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Knox<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A black tie wedding is always a W in our books \u2013 and apparently, in yours too! Thank you Cat DeLine<\/a> for perfectly capturing the happiness & love this squad feels for the new Mr. & Mrs. Knox!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Vinluan Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Best Stair – Mr & Mrs Steel<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Okay\u2026 no one can argue how absolutely dazzling this photo is here of the New Mr & Mrs Steel and thank the heavens that Vinluan photography captured this moment so perfectly!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Alexzandera Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Toss – Mr & Mrs Justice<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Did you know the bouquet toss comes from a tradition where women would rip pieces of the bride\u2019s dress and bouquet in order to get some of her good luck? To escape the crowd, the bride would toss the bouquet and run away, which in turn created the fun toss of the bouquet to single women at weddings! Thank you for capturing this tradition, Alexzandera photography, with this shot of our beautiful Lesner inn bride, Breezi on her wedding day!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Photos by Ashley Dawn<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Party Crowd – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Hill<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When our client tells us that they\u2019ve hired Danny from Astro Entertainment<\/a>, we immediately jump with excitement. Danny<\/a> sure knows how to get the party going all night long with the perfect playlist \u2013 and that\u2019s just what he did for Kaitlyn & Trey! Not to mention Kaitlyn and Trey sure know how to party! Check out their blog about their wedding planning experience and much more by clicking here<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Drea Dawn Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ceremony – Mr & Mrs\u00a0 Ehlert<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Rain or shine, saying \u201cI do\u201d to your person is the dream \u2013 and this moment captured by Drea Dawn Photography<\/a> looks like a dream come true.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sunset Deck Moment – Mr & Mrs Knox<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Hold my hand, & I\u2019ll go anywhere with you <\/em><3 All the feels with this moment of Mr & Mrs Knox by Cat DeLine Photography<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Twirl\u00a0 – Mr & Mrs Salmini<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As one of our newer categories, we\u2019re delighted to announce Mr. & Mrs. Salmini as the winners of this year\u2019s best twirl! I mean come on! Our Lesner Inn bride is utterly breathtaking and who doesn\u2019t love a man in uniform?<\/p>\n

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Photo: Mallorie Danielle Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dessert Display\u00a0 – Mr & Mrs Picking<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re anything like our Director, you probably have the biggest sweet tooth. And voting for the best dessert table is probably one of your favorite categories. So shout out to the sweetest Mr & Mrs Picking for putting together 2020\u2019s best dessert table. Donut mind if we do!!!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Kelley Stinson Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Guest Book – Mr & Mrs Owens<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Forget the traditional guest book and check this starry sky guest book idea! Mr. & Mrs. Owens had their guests sign a starry night of the night they said \u201cI Do.\u201d\u00a0 Not only is this a unique idea, but it also makes for a great piece of wall d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Black & White\u00a0 – Mr & Mrs Knox<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The first dance as husband & wife is one of the most awaited moments for the newlywed couples as well as the guests.\u00a0 And Cat DeLine<\/a> captured the love and unity between Dan & Nikki so perfectly with this romantic black & white shot of their first dance as husband & wife.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Jeremy Lucero Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Rainy Day\u00a0 – Mr & Mrs Funke<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Admit it. We all want to be kissed in the rain and swept away by our prince charming. Luckily for Mrs. Funke she gets to say she already has.<\/p>\n

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\"\"Groom’s Cake – Mr & Mrs Baze<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Mr. & Mrs. Baze clearly had a lot of fun creating this groom\u2019s cake while poking fun at having to move their date thanks to COVID-19. But hey, when in doubt, meme it out. And meme it out they sure did!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

First Dance\u00a0 – Mr & Mrs Knox<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The\u00a0 \u201cI may be in a room full of people but the only person I see is you\u201d look is what made this moment a fan favorite and the winner of 2020\u2019s Best First Dance.<\/p>\n

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\"\" \"\"COVID Detail\u00a0 – Mr & Mrs Moran<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Adjusting your day-to-day during a pandemic is a lot to process alone in it of itself \u2013 but planning a wedding during a pandemic too?!\u00a0 You\u2019re kidding me.\u00a0 Across the country, COVID forced newly engaged couples to adjust their vision of their wedding day. From downscaling the guest count or postponing the wedding date, to redesigning the menu or floorplan to be COVID friendly, our clients had to make some difficult decisions. But we applaud them for their strength, their patience & their understanding attitudes. While their wedding day may not have been what they always envisioned, it was still a magical day filled with so much love and support. When Jennifer & Mark told us some of their family couldn\u2019t make it to the wedding because of COVID, they were devastated, but not defeated. With the help of Astro Entertainment and their live streaming services, Jennifer & Mark became Mr. & Dr. Moran in front of all of their loved ones \u2013 near and far.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Daissy Torres Photography<\/a><\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Foyer Moment\u00a0 – Mr & Mrs Roman<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Daissy Torres Photography<\/a> perfectly uses the table\u2019s reflection to capture this everlasting portrait of the new Mr. & Mrs. Roman <3<\/p>\n

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Photo: In Bloom Studio<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Theme\u00a0 – Mr & Mrs Glade<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In a galaxy far, far away\u2026 you\u2019ll find the winners of this year\u2019s best theme! Not only did they have miniature pop funko\u2019s Star Wars themed version of themselves on the groom\u2019s cake, but they also incorporated their shared love for Star Wars through their processional music (\u201cHans Solo & The Princess\u201d<\/em>), guest book, & d\u00e9cor. May the force be with you, Mr. & Mrs. Glade! #SoloNoMore #FinallyGlade<\/p>\n

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The Vendors<\/h3>\n

Thank you to all the amazing vendors who helped create the big day of our 2020 Lesner Inn winning couples!<\/p>\n

Desserts<\/h3>\n

Krispy Kreme Donuts<\/a><\/p>\n

Rachel Bakes<\/a><\/p>\n

Incredible Edibles<\/a><\/p>\n

Scratch Bakery<\/a><\/p>\n

Sugar Plum<\/a><\/p>\n

E&E Events (Emily)<\/a><\/p>\n

Twisted Sisters<\/a><\/p>\n

Carolina Cupcakery<\/a><\/p>\n

Story Book Events<\/a><\/p>\n

DJs and Music<\/h3>\n

Astro<\/a><\/p>\n

BP Wavy<\/p>\n

DJ Hot Rod Canon<\/a><\/p>\n

Cody Stageburger – Acoustic guitarist\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

E&E Events (Ezra)<\/a><\/p>\n

Randy Smith from Your Personal DJ<\/a><\/p>\n

Atlantic Digital Entertainment<\/a><\/p>\n

Bobby B Entertainment<\/a><\/p>\n

Photographers<\/h3>\n

Mallorie Danielle Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Kelly Stinson Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Elizabeth Henson Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Jeremy Lucero Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Daissy Torres Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

David Champagne Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Vinluan Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Drea Dawn Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Mike Dragon from Dragon PhotoStudio<\/a><\/p>\n

Cat DeLine Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Luke and Ashley Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Ashley Dawn Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Alexzandra Photography<\/a><\/p>\n

Florists<\/h3>\n

Gather Floral Design<\/a><\/p>\n

Isha Foss Design<\/a><\/p>\n

Pallet of Petals<\/a><\/p>\n

Kelly Gish Floral Designs<\/a><\/p>\n

Black Iris<\/a><\/p>\n

The Wandering Petal<\/a><\/p>\n

Norfolk Wholesale Florist<\/a><\/p>\n

Hair\/Make-up<\/h3>\n

The Posh Pair<\/a><\/p>\n

Dhalia Edwards Studio<\/a><\/p>\n

Stephanie Michelle (Hair) – Modern Salon<\/a><\/p>\n

Darling & Dapper<\/a><\/p>\n

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2020 was a difficult year. The Pandemic affected the wedding industry in a devastating way with couples scrambling to reschedule and adjust their vision of their big day. But as a small wedding venue that has felt the upsetting effects of the pandemic, the Lesner Inn is, and always will be, grateful for our clients. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":8007,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"image","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[14,1],"tags":[75,527],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7970"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7970"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7970\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8007"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7970"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7970"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lesnerinn.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7970"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}