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Iris Mannings | DC Photographer

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Elevating joy-filled moments with fresh, bold, and timeless imagery!
📍DC, New Orleans, & worldwide
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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 by @irismannings

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4 years ago

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 taken in The Bayfront Club, Sparrows Point, MD by @irismannings

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4 years ago

Woke up one morning… 35 weeks pregnant. No baby shower planned. No maternity session booked. The crib? Yup, still wasn’t up. Like I was really out here just living! 🤪

But leave it to my village to not let me skip these moments.

So I set up my camera, trusted my vision, and captured the loves of my life in the sweetest, most unexpected way.

This season? It’s full. It’s soft. It’s a little chaotic and so incredibly beautiful. 🤎

Crib is now up ✅
Maternity Session, completed ✅
Baby Shower turn into a Sip & See ✅

Thank you sooo much @liali_dc and AJ for showing up and assisting and entertaining my VERY last minute BIG LEO ENERGY shenanigans! 😆🤪 Love y’all deep! 😘

Grateful to be right here, right now.🥹🥰 by @irismannings

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a month ago

Happy Birthday to my FIRST best friend! Love you FOREVER 🫶🏾 by @irismannings

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2 months ago

The queen wanted family portraits, so she got them! Celebrating my girl getting older and wiser 🙂‍↕️

I cannot thank Iris ENOUGH for always capturing our family the way she does! We’re locked in for life ❤️🫶🏽 by @irismannings

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2 months ago

✨ Hello, Fifty & Fabulous! ✨

A milestone birthday deserves a celebration to remember. From heartfelt moments with family and friends to an elevated lounge experience filled with laughter, great food, and unforgettable memories, Miyako Keon’s 50th birthday was nothing short of spectacular. 🥂

Proof that life only gets better—and more fabulous—with age. 💫

Planning & Design: @favoredbyyodit
Photography: @irismannings
Videography: @finalshotmedia
Photo Booth: @pxlbooth
Florals: @repot_floral
DJ & Lighting: @djhidefsounds
Custom Builds: @sweetgiftsva
Venue: @goodiemarcusdc @themorrowhotel/
Cake & Desserts: @fluffythoughtscakes
Stationery: @bridgetgoldsmith
Makeup: @makeup_by_nevi
Dress: @signature.dresses
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#fiftyandfabulous #milestonebirthday #birthdaycelebration #dceventplanner #dmveventplanner taken in The Morrow Washington DC, Curio Collection by Hilton by @irismannings

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4 months ago

Noah is graduating from Pre-K this month, and my emotions are all over the place. How did we get here so fast?🥹

Noah, Mommy and Daddy are so proud of you and all that you’ve accomplished to reach this milestone. Watching you grow, learn, and become your own little person has been the greatest joy. Your curiosity, your laughter, and your bright sweet spirit light up our world every single day.

And now, your next adventure begins. We can’t wait to watch you soar, explore, and step into all the amazing things ahead.🏎️🚀

We love you so much papa bear! 💙🎓🎉 by @irismannings

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4 months ago

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 taken in Washington D. C. by @irismannings

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5 months ago

Came for the drinks… staying for the drama 🍸✨ taken in The LINE DC by @irismannings

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6 months ago

Brooklyn’s Dream House was more than a celebration. It was a day filled with love, intention, creativity, and an incredible team who brought every detail to life. From the first vision to the final moment, Brooklynn’s house was built on Legacy, Style and Affirmations. Grateful for the creative partners who made the magic happen.

Creative Partners
Planning & Event Design: @jayneheir
Draping, Chandeliers, Rentals: @emerson_events_
Luxury Furniture: @bluxeeventrentals
Content Creation: @contentbycamille
Photography: @irismannings
Videography: @lancemichael__
DJ: @djhighdefsounds
Catering: @dreamstreetcuisine_2017
Bartenders: @chaseitbartenders
Cake: @cakesbylalae
Fabrication/ Floor Wrap: @sweetgiftsva
Floral Design: @vividexperience
Balloon Installation: @smashrose.events
Videography: @lancemichael_
Luxe Photobooth: @etcphotoboothco
Embroidery Activation: @stitchesdc
Photo Prints: @motion3productions
Stationery: @wilorilane
Host Venue : @grandoccasionslaurel taken in Grand Occasions - Laurel by @irismannings

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7 months ago

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 ⬇️ by @irismannings

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7 months ago

Love in full bloom 🌸✨ Counting down the days until warmer weather, golden hour vows, and al fresco celebrations under open skies.

Sharing a few favorites from G+A’s effortlessly elegant, chic wedding — where every detail felt intentional and every moment was wrapped in love. 💍🤍

Planning & Design: @favoredbyyodit
Photo: @irismannings
Venue & Catering: @nationalgolfclubmga
Floral Designer: @_flowerpalette
Cake: @frostandflourishdmv
Rentals: @bluxeeventrentals @mimidecor
Makeup Artist: @blushbymakki
Content creation: @inthemomentcontentcreators
Wedding Dress: @galialahav
Alterations: @tailoredin.dc
Groom Attire: @suitsupply
DJ & Photobooth: @djbreaz
Musician: @maysaleakmusic
Dance Floor: @alywraps

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#spring #wedding #outdoorwedding #weddinginspiration #favoredbyyodit by @irismannings

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