Hey hey Friends!! 👋🏾 I knowwwwwwww! It’s been a hot minute!🫣But just in case you forgot how your girl look like, I wanted to post these fire headshots @nikaylascott did of me! 😍🙌🏾
I think it’s safe to say I’m officially backkkkk on this here gram! 😆😅🙏🏾
Please say hi below! Would love to catch up with y’all!🫶🏾
📸: @nikaylascottphotography
💄: @taylorsimpsonartistry
I just love when couples do it their way no matter how much pressure to do it differently is thrown at them. It just makes the day even more magical✨
Congratulations again Robyn and Juan! It was truly an honor capturing your love for each other on what was such a perfect day! 💕
The amazing talented vendor team:
✨ Event Design + Planning: @eventdesigngroup
✨ Dress: @nicolebakti via @shopthevu118
✨ Photographer: @irismannings
✨ Venue: The Bayfront Club @catering_by_uptown
✨ Floral Decor & Rentals: @betheleventsproduction
✨ Cake: @sweet_elevations
✨ Aisle & Lighting: @thelightsourcecompany
✨ Hair: @shirleyghautehair
✨ Makeup: @beautynthebrowpmu
✨ Bespoke Suits: @brianalexanderbespoke
✨ Graphic Design: @bridgetgoldsmith
✨ Saxophonist: @willspencemusic
#irismanningsphotography #rhop #rhopotomac #marylandweddingphotographer #dcweddingphotographer #marylandweddings #dcweddings #mirroraisle #bravotv #pinkrosearches
𝐵𝒶𝒷𝓎 𝐵𝓇𝑜𝑜𝓀𝓁𝓎𝓃
This was going to be a wedding row, but the bay shower for the newest glam girl needed a moment. When your mom is the ultimate glam girl there’s no way you’re going to have a basic Baby shower.
Shot by the amazing @irismannings
Acrylic from @designsbysmar
BRIDESMAIDS — this one’s for you 📣✨💍
Being a bridesmaid isn’t just about the dress and cute photos… it’s about being the bride’s ride-or-die from “Yes!” to “I Do.”
As a seasoned wedding planner who’s seen it all, here’s how to be an elite-level bridesmaid 👇🏾
💎 1. Be her rock
Stay calm when timelines shift, emotions rise, or family dynamics get spicy. Be the deep breath she didn’t know she needed.
🎉 2. Master the hype
Gas her up. Every. Single. Time.
“She looks good” isn’t enough — it’s “YOU ARE THE MOMENT.”
🔄 3. Flexible > frazzled
Plans change. Weather shifts. Hair doesn’t cooperate. Roll with it. Your adaptability is priceless.
✨ 4. Protect the vibe
No drama. No negativity. If something feels off, handle it quietly and keep the energy joyful.
📅 5. Be organized + proactive
Know key dates. Show up on time. Pack the emergency kit (lipstick, blotting papers, snacks, safety pins). Anticipate her needs before she asks.
📸 6. Capture the magic
Get the behind-the-scenes laughs, the happy tears, the dance floor chaos. Those candid moments? Gold.
💧 7. Bride first. Always.
Hydrated? Fed? Veil fluffed? Lipstick touched up? Told she looks stunning?
If the answer isn’t yes — fix it.
🗣 8. Be honest from day one
Show up when you can. Communicate when you can’t. Bridal showers, bachelorettes, fittings, wedding weekend — it’s a commitment. Set expectations early.
👑 9. And remember… you are NOT the bride.
Your role is to support, uplift, make her shine, and keep the celebration flowing.
Legendary bridesmaids don’t just survive wedding day — they help make it unforgettable.
Tag your bridesmaids or send this to the group chat 💌✨And if I missed any leave in the comments below ⬇️
Didn’t want y’all to think our cute holiday photos didn’t come with a side of chaos 🙈 Big feelings, gummy bear bribes, short attention spans, and lots of deep breaths…but still worth it every time 🥰 This is a Christmas tradition I’m loving more and more each year ❤️🥲 #TheRealJessup
📷 @irismannings
