How is it possible that I have known Clara since she was in high school?! We traveled to West Africa together over 5 years ago, and since then she has grown into a beautiful young woman, ready on a day at the end of November to marry the love of her life, Sam. As both of them were surrounded by family and close friends to celebrate their wedding, it became obvious how well the two of them work as a couple, and how bright the future ahead of them will be.

There are only a few cideries in Virginia, and Mt. Defiance Cider Barn might just be the most beautiful of them all! Nestled in rural Middleburg, the guests enjoyed unique ciders and a beautiful reception setup by Larissa Wedding Designs. Clara’s wedding bouquet was filled with deep red dahlias between eucalyptus leaves, and the stole she wore was the perfect touch for one of the classiest, most stunning brides I have ever known…