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The bride`s Greek roots and also the groom`s Scottish heritage combined in a over-the-top celebration. When Sabrina Bells, a restaurant manager, met Bancroft Henderson, an analyst, at a rooftop pool party at her condo in Arlington, she i never thought love could hit so near home. But after three and a half years of dating, Bancroft proposed-right from the very same view-friendly spot where they first laid eyes on each other. “We were meant to go to a birthday dinner which has a group of friends,” says bride. “As we had been leaving my apartment, Bancroft claimed there would have been a green light illuminating the Washington Monument and wanted to go to the rooftop pool to check out.” Confused, Sabrina followed Bancroft upstairs to get the terrace encircled by candles, using a bottle of Champagne and roses waiting simply for her to convey yes. A ceremony that elegantly wove Sabrina’s Greek Orthodox roots with Bancroft’s Scottish heritage followed nine months later, on September 15, 2012.

Wedding Vendors Big event: Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church Wedding celebration Venue/Cake/Caterer: Bride-Groom-Magazine-Washingtonian-Magazine-Real-Weddings-Four-Seasons-Washington-DC-Rodney-Bailey-Wedding-Photography Event Coordinator: Sharon Becker, Les Classique Events Bride’s Gown: Vera Wang, Saks Jandel Groom’s Tux: Hugo Boss, Nordstrom Hair: Julie Eppard Makeup: Carl Ray Wedding Cake Flavors: Dark and candy cake with white and chocolate bars mousse Wedding Cocktail: Grapefruit Crush Florist: Edge Flowers Wedding Flowers: White roses, hydrangeas, stephanotis, orchids Videographer: Freddie, Thomas Bowen Films Music/Entertainment: Free Spirit and Achilles Greek Band Invitations: The Dandelion Patch Bride’s Favorite Wedding Detail: The kilt the bridegroom wore in the ceremony Wedding ceremony: Mini Godiva liqueur and Greek bombonieres First Dance Song: “You Are the Best Thing” by Ray LaMontagne Wedding Theme: Greek with Scottish flair Four Words That Describe wedding ceremony: Romantic, personal, chic, energetic