Dominion Valley Country Club

Rehearsal Dinner

Black Horse Manor

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Brunch

Our Wedding

In high school, we worked at Outback Steakhouse together and if Ally is being honest, she found Brian at the time to be awkward and a little aloof. He was nice enough, but nothing about him stood out at the time. Years passed, and life carried us both in different directions. Then, in the most unexpected way, our paths crossed again. Ally was working at a shared office space, and Brian happened to work for a company that used the shared office’s services. When Brian checked in at the front desk on his first day, there was something that made Ally pause – “I know that face!”, she thought. It took her a few hours to make the connection that they had indeed met before. Every morning, he started bringing Ally a banana. It was a simple gesture, but sweet and intentional. Some days, he would even bring sushi. We fell into easy conversations, reminiscing about growing up in Vienna, laughing over old memories we hadn’t even realized we shared. And then there was the music! We instantly connected over it—not as musicians, but as professional appreciators. We could talk for hours about albums, concerts, and songs that shaped us. Music became the foundation of our growing bond, the soundtrack to our unfolding story. Then, one evening, on a whim, Ally popped into his office and asked him on our first date. And just like that, everything changed. Within months, we moved into Brian's townhouse in Reston, VA, where we built our first home together. It wasn’t always perfect, but it was ours. We filled the space with laughter, music, and love. And then came our angel puppy, the missing piece we didn’t know we needed. When we moved again, this time to Sterling, we took our little family with us—our love, our shared life, our cat and the puppy who had become part of our story. Together, we have faced every twist and turn, every high and low, knowing that through it all, there is no one else we’d rather navigate life with. What started as a teenage indifference at Outback turned into a love story that neither of us saw coming. And through every new chapter, one thing remains true—we are each other’s favorite song.

From Outback to Forever

Wedding Party

We will have four shuttle buses (35 seats each) to transport guests to and from the venue.Last Day to Book : 08/13/25 Pick-Up Times &amp; Locations:3:25 PM – SpringHill Suites3:45 PM – Holiday InnEstimated Arrival at Blackhorse Manor: 4:00 PM Return Shuttles to Hotels:First departure: 9:00 PMFinal departure: 11:00 PM Please plan accordingly and be at the designated pick-up locations on time — we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💫

SpringHill Suites Gainesville Haymarket

<a href="https://tinyurl.com/Ferrara-Hill-Wedding" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book your group rate for Hill Wedding</a>Last Day to Book : 08/11/25 We will have four shuttle buses (35 seats each) to transport guests to and from the venue. Pick-Up Times &amp; Locations:3:25 PM – SpringHill Suites3:45 PM – Holiday InnEstimated Arrival at Blackhorse Manor: 4:00 PM Return Shuttles to Hotels:First departure: 9:00 PMFinal departure: 11:00 PM Please plan accordingly and be at the designated pick-up locations on time — we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💫

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Warrenton, an IHG Hotel

Hotels & Transportation

Where can I park?

There are 175 parking spaces available on the property for guests who will not be taking the shuttle buses from the hotels. Please follow staff directions upon arrival, or just follow the music!

Can I bring my kids?

We respectfully request no children on our special day. Thank you!

What should I wear?

Please plan for formal attire. The ceremony and cocktail hour will be held outdoors, weather permitting. While there are concrete walkways, some areas include grass and gravel, so we recommend choosing your shoes accordingly to stay comfortable and stylish!

Black Horse Manor Lodging Details for Invited Guests

Check-In Time: 3:00 PM September 13, 2025 Check-Out Time: 11:00 AM the next morning   Arrival Instructions: Check-in is self-service, like Airbnb. You'll receive a more details the week of your stay with your room assignment, room codes and key info, including emergency contacts. The Inn will be unlocked with lights on for your arrival. Staff will be available if needed, but feel free to head in and get settled!

Shuttle Details - Spring Hill Suites & Holiday Inn

Pick-Up Times &amp; Locations:3:25 PM – SpringHill Suites3:45 PM – Holiday InnEstimated Arrival at Blackhorse Manor: 4:00 PM Return Shuttles to Hotels:First departure: 9:00 PMFinal departure: 11:00 PM

Ally & Brian

Ally & Brian

Hotels & Transportation

SpringHill Suites Gainesville Haymarket

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Warrenton, an IHG Hotel