Carmen Hinebaugh - DMV Wedding Planner

Hey! I'm Carmen, owner and creator of Evermore Occasions. I planned my first wedding in 2014 while studying at Harvard, and just knew I had found my calling! I stuck around corporate America for a bit, going on to get my law degree and practice in a large law firm. In 2017, I got engaged and it re-ignited my planning spark. When COVID hit, my business plans were put on hold, so I began working as a day-of contractor for many of my now-colleagues! In 2022, I officially launched Evermore, quit my full-time job, and am never looking back. Here are some fun facts about me: 🤍 I am the oldest of 10 kids 🤍 I always buy two different drinks at coffee shops 🤍 I collect cookbooks and cook my way all the way through them #weddingcompany #weddingplannerlife #luxuryweddings

All of our weddings are a labor of love, but few are a labor of gratitude. When my sons’ former NICU nurse reached out a year and a half ago to ask if I would help plan her and her fiancé’s “vintage garden disco party”, it was the quickest yes I’ve ever given. M+C trusted the process. They trusted that we understood the goal. They trusted in designs they could not find on Pinterest. And the result was magic. Unending thanks to the vendor team that pulled it off: Reel by: @honeydosocials Planning and Design: @evermoreoccasions Venue: @pippinhillfarm Photography: @act_photo Videographer: @catmccarthycreative Florals: @steelcutflowerco Rentals: @rentequipva Stage, Facade, and DJ Booth: @festivepartyrentals Cocktail Hour Linens: @nuagedesignsinc Lighting and Drapery: @lightingprofessors DJ: @dartcollective DJ Ashley Ceremony Strings: @ibismusicgroup Beauty: @theveilbridalco Cake: @malihacakery Transportation: Ambassador Limousine

Genuinely thrilled to share that we have been named as a top vendor by @washingtonianweddings ! This job has been a dream in the making. We are constantly inspired by our couples - their love, their passion, their lives - and by the deep talent of the other vendors both on this list and all around us. In a world with so much scary, we’re honored to be able to create pockets of joy. We can’t wait to show you what 2026 has in store. Planning and Design: @evermoreoccasions Venue and Catering: @archerhoteltysons Photography, Super 8, and Content Creation: @rachelvkingphotography Florals: @shiningtimeweddingus Entertainment: @eastcoastentertainment @mashupandcozycondition Stationer and Escort Wall: @theblissfuldesign Rentals: @selecteventgroup Beauty: @evergreenbeautydmv Bakery: @signaturesweetsbyamanda Arcade and Photo Booth: @snapentertainmentmd License Signing: @weddingceremoniesbyjeff

Designing weddings in the nation’s capital means weaving love stories into a city already rich with history, architecture, and meaning. DC gives us grand landmarks and iconic backdrops, but our favorite moments are the ones that feel like you: the color palette inspired by your first trip together, the unexpected floral choices, the custom details guests talk about long after the last song. Planning and Design: @evermoreoccasions Venue: @spymuseumprivateevents Catering: @spilledmilkdc Photography: @meganreiphotography Florals: @millcreekflorals Entertainment and Photobooth: @blacktiedmv Officiant: Jacob Sheppard @marrymekath Beauty: @mab.artistry Bakery: @libertybakingco Stationery and Signage: @theblissfuldesign Rentals: @selecteventgroup @nuagedesignsinc Drapery: @voileandveil #DCLuxuryWedding #DCWeddingPlanner #EvermoreOccasions #WeddingDesign #NationalsCapitalWeddings

If you’re a Type‑A couple, you already know: you don’t just “fall in love” with a venue. You interrogate it. Thoroughly. Before you sign anything, here are 5 questions our most detail‑oriented couples always ask (and you should too): 1. What is the *true* guest capacity with the floor plan style you want, not the max on paper? 2. Exactly what’s included in the rental fee (tables, chairs, linens, service staff, setup, cleanup)? 3. What are the timing rules: load‑in, load‑out, noise restrictions, and overtime fees? 4. Are there required vendors, catering minimums, or add‑on fees that will impact your budget? 5. What does Plan B look like for weather, lighting, and guest flow, and can we see photos? A beautiful space is just the beginning. The right venue should support your vision, your budget, and your guests’ experience. Planning and Design: @evermoreoccasions Venue and Catering: @pressclubdc Photography: @theaxtellsphotofilms Florals: @shiningtimeweddingus Entertainment: Signature Talent, @djejdoo Strings: @atokastringquartet Beauty: @hellooo.gorgeous Rentals: @selecteventgroup Signage: @leahletters_ Cake: @fluffythoughtscakes Stationer: @theblissfuldesign #EvermoreOccasions #WeddingPlanningTips #DCWeddingPlanner #LuxuryWeddingPlanner #WeddingVenueHunt

Your officiant sets the tone for your entire ceremony, so think beyond “who knows us best?” Consider: Do they speak clearly? Can they handle emotions and nerves? Do they honor your beliefs and story? We help you ask the right questions so your “I do” feels completely, unmistakably you. Planning and Design: @evermoreoccasions Venue: @spymuseumprivateevents Catering: @spilledmilkdc Photography: @meganreiphotography Florals: @millcreekflorals Entertainment and Photobooth: @blacktiedmv Officiant: Jacob Sheppard @marrymekath Beauty: @mab.artistry Bakery: @libertybakingco Stationery and Signage: @theblissfuldesign Rentals: @selecteventgroup @nuagedesignsinc Drapery: @voileandveil #EvermoreOccasions #WeddingPlanning #WeddingOfficiant #CeremonyDetails #LuxuryWedding

You’re already planning your 2027 travel, career moves, and big life goals - your wedding deserves that same level of intention. Our 2027 fall calendar is officially open, and this is your sign to start dreaming now instead of scrambling later. For our detail-obsessed couples, time is your greatest luxury: more time to secure that coveted venue, thoughtfully curate a guest list, and design a celebration that feels elevated, personal, and anything but copy-and-paste. If you’re already collecting inspiration, it’s time to turn it into a real plan. Head to our profile to book your consultation call. Planning and Design: @evermoreoccasions Venue and Catering: @jwrestonstation Photography: @jenniferfernphotography Cinema: @paperboysweddings Florals: @therosyposy Entertainment: @eastcoastentertainment Strings: @atokastringquartet Beauty: @priscillambeauty Rentals: @whitegloverentals @selecteventgroup Signage: @properletter Calligraphy: @annerobincallig #EvermoreOccasions #LuxuryWeddingPlanner #2027Wedding #DCWeddingPlanner #VirginiaWeddingPlanner

The magic is in how everything carries through. From the invitation suite to the bar menu, place cards, and day-of signage, each piece was designed to feel connected but never repetitive and clearly part of the same story. At Old Farm Winery at Hartland, those soft pastel tones and subtle design elements showed up in ways your guests could actually notice. The kind of consistency that makes everything feel thoughtful from start to finish. Photos by @klairedixiusphoto Planning by @evermoreoccasions Venue @oldfarmwineryhartland Stationery by @tinlizzydesignco Calligraphy by @alissaswedlowstationery Florals by @the_fertile_burb #virginiaweddingvenue #virginiabride #virginiaweddingplanner #oldfarmwineryhartland #vawedding

Bright colors, fruity centerpieces, and cute baseball-themed details by ⁠ @evermoreoccasions made for a fun feature on @weddingchicks ! ⁠ ⁠ Planning & Design: @evermoreoccasions ⁠ Photography: @meganreiphotography ⁠ Venue: @spymuseumprivateevents ⁠ Florals: @millcreekflorals ⁠ Cake: @libertybakingco ⁠ Catering: @spilledmilkdc ⁠ Entertainment & Photo Booth: @blacktiedmv ⁠ Rentals: @selecteventgroup ⁠ Linens: @nuagedesignsinc ⁠ Drapery: @voileandveil ⁠ Stationery & Signage: @theblissfuldesign ⁠ Officiant: Jacob Sheppard⁠ Officiant: @marrymekath ⁠ Beauty: @mab.artistry ⁠ Dress: @madison_james ⁠ Dress: @bridalsbyelena ⁠ Suits: @menswearhouse

“Is it worth it?” is the real question behind every line item on your budget. Here’s the truth: guests don’t experience your wedding as a spreadsheet. They experience it as a sequence of moments. And some moments move the needle far more than others. What tends to matter most: – Time and flow: Is there a long, hungry gap between ceremony and dinner? Are guests wandering or being guided through an intentional, enjoyable evening? – Comfort: Thoughtful seating, temperature, shade, restrooms, transportation. Guests remember how they felt in their bodies. – Food and drink: Not necessarily the most expensive menu, but food that feels abundant, served on time, and aligned with your tastes. – Sound and storytelling: Great music, clear toasts, and lighting that flatters the room (and everyone in it). If you want each dollar to elevate guest experience, start with flow, comfort, and hospitality—then layer in the pretty. Coordination: @evermoreoccasions Venue and Catering: @hotelwashingtondc Photography: @kir2ben Florals: @millcreekflorals Entertainment: @elegantmusicgroup Cinema: @paperboysweddings Photobooth: @danmcguiregroup Draping: @voileandveil Hair: @the_updoqueen Make-up: @janiebonilla #WeddingPlanningTips #LuxuryWeddingPlanner #GuestExperience #WeddingBudget #EvermoreOccasions

New on @washingtonianweddings : This chic couple and their gorgeous wedding by @evermoreoccasions ! Be sure to click our profile link to see more!⁠ ⁠ Planning and Design: @evermoreoccasions ⁠ Photography: @samanthaletophoto ⁠ Videography: @mindsvaultmedia ⁠ Venue: @great.marsh ⁠ Florist: @petalnbloom.studio ⁠ Catering: @serendipitycateringvirginia ⁠ DJ: @djtezrah ⁠ Transportation: @chariotslimos ⁠ Invitations: @halodesignsshop ⁠ Signage: @leahletters_ ⁠ Menu, Program, Place Cards: @papier ⁠ Rentals: @brideandjoyrentals @selecteventgroup ⁠ Hair: @hair.by.hannah.miller ⁠ Makeup: @makeup.byalondra ⁠ Dress Boutique: @avalaurennebride ⁠ Dress Designer: @justinalexander ⁠ Shoes: @louboutinworld ⁠ Bridesmaid Dresses: @birdygrey ⁠ Suit: @mrguild ⁠ Groomsmen Attire: @perfecttux ⁠ Custom Logo: @allysoncallihan ⁠ Officiant: @marrymekath ⁠ Dried Flower Drink Toppers: @foxurbanfarms ⁠ Floral Preservation: @designs.by.andrea

Before we partied, we perfected 💕 Take a walk through every design detail curated by @evermoreoccasions before the guest list arrived. We can’t wait for our next Vendors’ Night Out — where do you think we’re headed next? 👀 Planning and Design: @evermoreoccasions Venue: @riverclubdc Florals: @shiningtimeweddingus Photo: @natalieestessphotography Content: @honeydosocials Tarot Reading: @skye.marinda.tarot Cookie Favors: @signaturesweetsbyamanda Linens: @nuagedesignsinc Paper: @zola