Emily & Michael in Washington, DC

The Bride Emily Ledford, 25, owner of Lefty Productions an apparel/accessories manufacturer in Los Angeles The Groom Michael Roiff, 33, a film producer at Night & Day Pictures The Date October 1 A nontraditional design was the only way to go for a couple who “met by text message and got engaged in an airport parking lot.” Emily and Michael based their wedding in a black-tie aesthetic but included unexpected details, like an awning for a ceremony huppah and black-feather centerpieces. Cheerful yellow accents also brought life to the navy and black palette.

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