Harry Potter Inspired Wedding

Harry Potter Inspired Wedding

July 31, 2018

A wedding is a magical occasion, but what better way to add an extra touch of enchantment than by infusing it with inspiration from no less than Harry Potter? Imagine walking down the aisle amidst a sea of beautiful blooms, each reflecting the whimsy and wonder of the wizarding world. When your love story has a storybook perfect timeline, it would fit that Aja and Alexis were inspired to bring a Harry Potter-inspired wedding to life.

Hogwarts-Inspired Aisle

Aja and Alex began their wedding journey to your happily ever after by transforming their aisle into a whimsical path reminiscent of Hogwarts. The side of the aisle were adorned by floral arrangements featuring rich hues of red and gold, symbolizing the Gryffindor house. Trailing vines created a sense of ancient magic, while candlelit lanterns flickered, casting an ethereal glow. Walking down this enchanting aisle, the couple and guests felt as though they are entering the Great Hall itself.

Book-Specific References

There were references to the Harry Potter books throughout the wedding. From their personal attire, , that included cufflinks and socks inspired by Harry Potter, golden snitches and socks boasting a marauder’s map print, to garters that read “I solemnly swear I am up to no good” and “mischief managed”. Tables were named after popular locations, including Three Broomsticks and Hagrid’s Hut. A bird cage for cards was appropraitely labeled “Owl Post”. Signature drinks on the “Forbidden Forest” menu took names that sounded as much like they could be potions.

Whimsical Florals

The ballroom itself took inspiration from Harry Potter’s hidden forest, with bleached manzanita branches creating a little forest of its own, and each table featuring its own potion bottle.

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Two brides on the roof deck with a red rose and white calla lily bouquet

Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Bridal bouquet of red roses and white calla lilies

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Bride receives her red rose and white calla lily bouquet

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First look of two brides

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Two brides

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Two brides on the roof deck with a red rose and white calla lily bouquet

Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Same sex wedding

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Photo by Modern Frames Photography

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Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Bride walks down the aisle

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The brides getting married

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Family and friends watch ceremony of two brides

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The brides getting married

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Wedding ceremony aisle accented with petals and lanterns.

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Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Harry Potter wedding owl post gift card box

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Harry Potter forbidden forest reception

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Venue: Mason & Rook Hotel by Kimpton

Photographer: Modern Frames Photography

Florist: Petal’s Edge

Event Coordinator: Weddings by Nicole

Cake: Fluffy Thoughts

Hair & Makeup: Ms. Jenn from JMDESIGNZ Aja’s Dress: Lovely Bride

Alexis’s Tux: Book-a-tailor DC Music/Entertainment: DJ T

Invitations: Designed by Alexis, Printed by Vistaprint

Thank you to Megan and Damien for their 5 star review! We loved flowering and coordinating their beautiful wedding day at St. Francis Hall! ⁣
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“We were so lucky that we found Petal`s Edge. Gorgeous flowers and we hired Gerry for her super talented day of wedding coordination. Planning a wedding is hard but Petal`s Edge made it easy. Beyond super beautiful florals that really elevated our day and made it special, it was such a huge help that any time I was stuck in the planning process, Gerry answered any question I had. Her professionalism and capabilities are simply unmatched. She knows everything about venues, vendors and more inside and out. Meetings to see your floral designs are super smooth. Petal`s Edge will write your contract super fast and easily helped us amend it. The day of the wedding couldn`t have been more perfect. It was so easy and fun. Petal`s Edge set everything up perfectly and make sure it ran smoothly. The florals were so beautiful!! I loved all of the details, from a stunning bridal bouquet, posies for moms and grandmas, framing the posters with eucalyptus, to gorgeous multicolored petals down the aisle. Our guests were so comfortable and well taken care of the whole night. Petal`s Edge really took the rustic/classic vision I had in mind and made it a gorgeous reality.”⁣
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📍 @stfrancishall⁣
🍽 @pigsbbq⁣
📷 @ashleewilcoxphoto⁣
💐 📋 @petalsedgedc

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Thank you to Megan and Damien for their 5 star review! We loved flowering and coordinating their beautiful wedding day at St. Francis Hall! ⁣
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“We were so lucky that we found Petal's Edge. Gorgeous flowers and we hired Gerry for her super talented day of wedding coordination. Planning a wedding is hard but Petal's Edge made it easy. Beyond super beautiful florals that really elevated our day and made it special, it was such a huge help that any time I was stuck in the planning process, Gerry answered any question I had. Her professionalism and capabilities are simply unmatched. She knows everything about venues, vendors and more inside and out. Meetings to see your floral designs are super smooth. Petal's Edge will write your contract super fast and easily helped us amend it. The day of the wedding couldn't have been more perfect. It was so easy and fun. Petal's Edge set everything up perfectly and make sure it ran smoothly. The florals were so beautiful!! I loved all of the details, from a stunning bridal bouquet, posies for moms and grandmas, framing the posters with eucalyptus, to gorgeous multicolored petals down the aisle. Our guests were so comfortable and well taken care of the whole night. Petal's Edge really took the rustic/classic vision I had in mind and made it a gorgeous reality.”⁣
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📍 @stfrancishall⁣
🍽 @pigsbbq⁣
📷 @ashleewilcoxphoto⁣
💐 📋 @petalsedgedc

Industrial spaces have a beauty of their own, but the right floral design can take them from warehouse to urban garden. 🌿✨

For Laura & Michael’s Dock 5 wedding, we played with scale—tall magnolia branches to emphasize the height, lush florals to soften the space, and candlelight to add warmth. The result? An urban oasis that felt both grand and intimate.

1️⃣Go Big with Greenery – Tall magnolia branches brought height and movement to Laura & Michael’s Dock 5 wedding

2️⃣ Mix Textures – Lush, low floral arrangements softened the industrial edges while keeping the space dynamic

3️⃣ Layer Candlelight – Warm glows + metal details = a romantic urban oasis

4️⃣ Frame Key Spaces – A floral garland on the head table grounded the design and added intimacy. Trees flanking the table took it to the next level

5️⃣ Contrast is Key – Pairing the raw, industrial elements with soft florals and organic details created the perfect balance

📍 @unionmarketdc Dock 5
📷 @juliette_fradin_photography @anne_scherrer
🍽️ occasionscaterers
@drapekings

#dock5wedding #dock5 #autoshopwedding
#unionmarketwedding #virginiaweddingflorist
#luxuryweddingflorist #springweddingflowers
#stylemeprettyweddings #washingtondcwedding
#washingtondcflorist #dceventflorist
#washingtondcweddingvenue #washingtonianweddings

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Industrial spaces have a beauty of their own, but the right floral design can take them from warehouse to urban garden. 🌿✨

For Laura & Michael’s Dock 5 wedding, we played with scale—tall magnolia branches to emphasize the height, lush florals to soften the space, and candlelight to add warmth. The result? An urban oasis that felt both grand and intimate.

1️⃣Go Big with Greenery – Tall magnolia branches brought height and movement to Laura & Michael’s Dock 5 wedding

2️⃣ Mix Textures – Lush, low floral arrangements softened the industrial edges while keeping the space dynamic

3️⃣ Layer Candlelight – Warm glows + metal details = a romantic urban oasis

4️⃣ Frame Key Spaces – A floral garland on the head table grounded the design and added intimacy. Trees flanking the table took it to the next level

5️⃣ Contrast is Key – Pairing the raw, industrial elements with soft florals and organic details created the perfect balance

📍 @unionmarketdc Dock 5
📷 @juliette_fradin_photography @anne_scherrer
🍽️ occasionscaterers
@drapekings

#dock5wedding #dock5 #autoshopwedding
#unionmarketwedding #virginiaweddingflorist
#luxuryweddingflorist #springweddingflowers
#stylemeprettyweddings #washingtondcwedding
#washingtondcflorist #dceventflorist
#washingtondcweddingvenue #washingtonianweddings

Amanda & Matt`s District Winery wedding was filled with lush greenery - a fresh turn on a winder wedding to bring the outdoors in. A hanging greenery focal point created the perfect backdrop for the happy couple - both for the ceremony and then the head table. Amanda shared the kindest review following the wedding: ⁣
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“Magical. Ethereal. Breathtaking. Gerry and her team transformed District Wintery into a magical winter wonderland. Our theme was icy blue winter and the flowers, ceiling and stairwell installation were on point!”⁣
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📍 @districtwinery⁣
📷 @darcytroutmanphotograpy⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc

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Amanda & Matt's District Winery wedding was filled with lush greenery - a fresh turn on a winder wedding to bring the outdoors in. A hanging greenery focal point created the perfect backdrop for the happy couple - both for the ceremony and then the head table. Amanda shared the kindest review following the wedding: ⁣
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“Magical. Ethereal. Breathtaking. Gerry and her team transformed District Wintery into a magical winter wonderland. Our theme was icy blue winter and the flowers, ceiling and stairwell installation were on point!”⁣
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📍 @districtwinery⁣
📷 @darcytroutmanphotograpy⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc

Not all green and white floral palettes are created equal. This one here will NEVER go out of style and is truly as timeless as they come! Magnolia, eucalyptus, rosemary, and delicate touches of white… Add velvet linens and gold touches, and we’re smitten... 😍

📍 @meridianhouse
🍽️ @welldunncatering
📷 @nessakphotography
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @leahmariedavenport

#meridianhouse #meridianhousewedding #gardenwedding #washingtondcwedding #washingtondcweddingflorist #virginiaweddingflorist #virginiaflorist #marylandflorist #luxuryweddingflorist #washingtonianweddings #dmvweddingflorist

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Not all green and white floral palettes are created equal. This one here will NEVER go out of style and is truly as timeless as they come! Magnolia, eucalyptus, rosemary, and delicate touches of white… Add velvet linens and gold touches, and we’re smitten... 😍

📍 @meridianhouse
🍽️ @welldunncatering
📷 @nessakphotography
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @leahmariedavenport

#meridianhouse #meridianhousewedding #gardenwedding #washingtondcwedding #washingtondcweddingflorist #virginiaweddingflorist #virginiaflorist #marylandflorist #luxuryweddingflorist #washingtonianweddings #dmvweddingflorist

A wedding in an art gallery deserves florals that are a work of art, as well! The towering floral pieces we designed for Jen and Doug’s wedding at the National Museum of Women in the Arts blended the clean, modern lines of calla lilies with the texture and color of larkspur, stock and snapdragons to elevate the design of their beautiful wedding at the museum.

📍 @nmwaspecialevents
🍽 @occasionscaterers
📷 @erinkelleherphoto
💐 @petalsedgedc
💡 @digitallightning
📋 @smevents

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A wedding in an art gallery deserves florals that are a work of art, as well! The towering floral pieces we designed for Jen and Doug’s wedding at the National Museum of Women in the Arts blended the clean, modern lines of calla lilies with the texture and color of larkspur, stock and snapdragons to elevate the design of their beautiful wedding at the museum.

📍 @nmwaspecialevents
🍽 @occasionscaterers
📷 @erinkelleherphoto
💐 @petalsedgedc
💡 @digitallightning
📋 @smevents

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

We’ve had our share of Irish-inspired wedding, but on a day celebrating green is only felt right to throw it back to Emily & Menachem’s green-filled wedding at Potomac View Terrace. The wedding quite literally brought nature to the forefront of its design. From stately trees lining the ceremony space, to potted ivy plants for cocktail hour decor, and lush greenery garland runners and tall camellia branch designs for the reception, we’re pretty sure an Irish leprechaun would approve! 🍀

📍 @potomacviewterrace
🍽 @occasionscaterers
📷 @greggibsonweddings
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @smevents

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

We’ve had our share of Irish-inspired wedding, but on a day celebrating green is only felt right to throw it back to Emily & Menachem’s green-filled wedding at Potomac View Terrace. The wedding quite literally brought nature to the forefront of its design. From stately trees lining the ceremony space, to potted ivy plants for cocktail hour decor, and lush greenery garland runners and tall camellia branch designs for the reception, we’re pretty sure an Irish leprechaun would approve! 🍀

📍 @potomacviewterrace
🍽 @occasionscaterers
📷 @greggibsonweddings
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @smevents

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