Army and Navy Club Wedding

Located in downtown DC on historic Farragut Square, the Army and Navy Club has been the prestigious home away from home for some of the most illustrious names in American military and political history and holds one of the oldest private libraries in the District of Columbia. The private, members only Club offers an atmosphere of timeless elegance for any wedding.

This past spring we had the honor of designing and producing Denise and Neil’s romantic Army and Navy Club wedding. This was just our third wedding at the Army and Navy Club and the ballroom was the perfect complement to the classic white and blush color scheme. Surrounded on three sides by dark wood panelling, it was the perfect backdrop to the reception. Many of our favorite spring blooms, including peonies, ranunculus, and campanula, made their way into the floral palette.

The bride’s bouquet featured lush, white peonies, blush Pink Mondial roses, white stock wisps of pale pink astilbe, and a complement of ruscus and umbrella fern foliage. The groom wore a white ranunculus blossom accented with umbrella fern.

Photo by Alicia Lacey

Bride's spring bouquet of peonies and blush roses with greenery

Photo by Alicia Lacey

Groom's boutonniere with blush ranunculus

Photo by Alicia Lacey

The ceremony took place in St. Aloysius church, one of our favorite Catholic churches in DC. The altar of the bright, light-filled space was accented by two stately ceremony arrangements atop an elegant white urns. Draping ivy and shades of blush roses accented the front pews.

Ceremony flowers at St. Aloysius Church for Army and Navy Club wedding

Photo by Alicia Lacey

The reception tables consisted of two styles of centerpieces. The first featured a collection of small glass cylinder vases filled with greenery and blush and white flowers. The second was a large, elevated design atop a glass pilsner vase. While designed in a similar color palette, the style was organic and slightly asymmetrical to convey a gardeny aesthetic. Lastly the sweetheart table featured a garland of ruscus foliage accented with glass-enclosed taper candles.

Photo by Alicia Lacey

Green rimmed plates complement blush flowers for Army and Navy Club wedding

Photo by Alicia Lacey

Tall centerpiece in blue and ivory for Army and Navy Club wedding

Photo by Alicia Lacey

Low centerpieces for Army and Navy Club wedding

Photo by Alicia Lacey

Congrats to Denise and Neil! Thank you for trusting us to bring your beautiful vision to life!

Ceremony: St. Aloysius Church

Reception: Army Navy Club

Photography: Alicia Lacey Photography

Florist: Petal’s Edge

Cake: Fluffy Thoughts

Hair & Make Up: Bridal Artistry

Planner: Roberts & Co.

Head tables call for drama.⁣
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At the International Spy Museum, Danielle & Peter’s head table became the focal point of the reception. Suspended florals brought color and scale into a sleek, modern space, while candles and layered textures grounded the design to create intimacy beneath. The effect was both dramatic and inviting, a statement that marked the couple’s place in the room. For us, flowers aren’t just about filling space, they’re about shaping it: directing attention, softening architecture, and transforming even the most contemporary venue into something romantic and unforgettable.⁣
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💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🪑 @perfectsettingsllc⁣
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Head tables call for drama.⁣
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At the International Spy Museum, Danielle & Peter’s head table became the focal point of the reception. Suspended florals brought color and scale into a sleek, modern space, while candles and layered textures grounded the design to create intimacy beneath. The effect was both dramatic and inviting, a statement that marked the couple’s place in the room. For us, flowers aren’t just about filling space, they’re about shaping it: directing attention, softening architecture, and transforming even the most contemporary venue into something romantic and unforgettable.⁣
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📍 @spymuseumprivateevents⁣
🍽 @occasionscaterers⁣
📷 @roephoto⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🪑 @perfectsettingsllc⁣
📋 @bellanottedc

A floral palette of rich jewel tones have a way of redefining a room... For Alex & John`s wedding at the Hotel Monaco, layers of burgundy, eggplant, and textured seasonal blooms brought depth and drama to the ceremony space. The architecture was already striking, but the flowers changed the atmosphere, creating warmth, intimacy, and focus where guests gathered. That’s the impact of investing in floral design: it goes beyond color. Flowers set the mood, shape the experience, and ensure your wedding feels unforgettable from the very first impression.⁣
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📍@monacodc⁣
📷 jencody⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc

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A floral palette of rich jewel tones have a way of redefining a room... For Alex & John's wedding at the Hotel Monaco, layers of burgundy, eggplant, and textured seasonal blooms brought depth and drama to the ceremony space. The architecture was already striking, but the flowers changed the atmosphere, creating warmth, intimacy, and focus where guests gathered. That’s the impact of investing in floral design: it goes beyond color. Flowers set the mood, shape the experience, and ensure your wedding feels unforgettable from the very first impression.⁣
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📍@monacodc⁣
📷 jencody⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc

Did you know that baby’s breath can be a showstopper all on its own? 🌟

At Meaghan & David’s Willard Hotel wedding, we used this delicate bloom to create everything from airy, elevated centerpieces to rings of the tiny flowers to circle candles and lush runners on the head table. The result? A look that’s both ethereal and elegant, proving that baby’s breath can be more than just a filler flower. It’s a versatile, often budget-friendly option that brings a soft, romantic vibe to any wedding. Who’s ready to fall in love with this understated beauty? 😍

📍 @willard_intercontinentaldc
📷 @kellylossphoto
💐 @petalsedgedc

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Did you know that baby’s breath can be a showstopper all on its own? 🌟

At Meaghan & David’s Willard Hotel wedding, we used this delicate bloom to create everything from airy, elevated centerpieces to rings of the tiny flowers to circle candles and lush runners on the head table. The result? A look that’s both ethereal and elegant, proving that baby’s breath can be more than just a filler flower. It’s a versatile, often budget-friendly option that brings a soft, romantic vibe to any wedding. Who’s ready to fall in love with this understated beauty? 😍

📍 @willard_intercontinentaldc
📷 @kellylossphoto
💐 @petalsedgedc

Backyard weddings come with charm built in. Intimacy, laughter, the feeling of home. And flowers should be designed to meet that atmosphere! For Kristel & Jordan`s celebration, we leaned into their pastel floral palette paired with texture, and movement, keeping the palette playful but elevated. The result was a design that felt one-of-a-kind, deeply personal, and still refined. It’s proof that whether it’s a ballroom or a backyard, thoughtful floral design always sets the tone for the experience.⁣
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📷 @apkephotography⁣
🍽 @getplateddc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🍰 @sweettreatsdmv

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Backyard weddings come with charm built in. Intimacy, laughter, the feeling of home. And flowers should be designed to meet that atmosphere! For Kristel & Jordan's celebration, we leaned into their pastel floral palette paired with texture, and movement, keeping the palette playful but elevated. The result was a design that felt one-of-a-kind, deeply personal, and still refined. It’s proof that whether it’s a ballroom or a backyard, thoughtful floral design always sets the tone for the experience.⁣
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📷 @apkephotography⁣
🍽 @getplateddc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🍰 @sweettreatsdmv

Candlelight does something flowers can’t do on their own: it shifts the entire atmosphere. At Capitol View at 400, the skyline is already a showstopper, so we kept the florals for Rachael & Andrew`s wedding refined and layered, then added candlelight to transform the tables after dark. The flicker reflects off petals, glassware, and linens, making every detail feel more intentional. Especially in fall, when evenings arrive earlier, candles extend the life of the flowers and create a sense of intimacy that photographs beautifully.⁣
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📍@capitolview400⁣
📷 @darcytroutman_weddings⁣
🍽 @corcorancaterers⁣
💐@petalsedgedc

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Candlelight does something flowers can’t do on their own: it shifts the entire atmosphere. At Capitol View at 400, the skyline is already a showstopper, so we kept the florals for Rachael & Andrew's wedding refined and layered, then added candlelight to transform the tables after dark. The flicker reflects off petals, glassware, and linens, making every detail feel more intentional. Especially in fall, when evenings arrive earlier, candles extend the life of the flowers and create a sense of intimacy that photographs beautifully.⁣
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📍@capitolview400⁣
📷 @darcytroutman_weddings⁣
🍽 @corcorancaterers⁣
💐@petalsedgedc

Moody palettes don’t have to wait for October. For Alexandra & Sam’s spring wedding at St. Francis Hall, we built the design on deep burgundy roses, moody mauves and deep plum fritillaria, the last a flower uniquely available in early spring. To keep the look from tipping too dark, we layered in Sahara Sensation spray roses, peach stock, and quince branches for lightness and movement. Loose and airy aisle pieces added whimsy, while a deconstructed arch and gold-rimmed candles brought romance. The result was dramatic without ever feeling heavy. Romantic, fresh, and unmistakably spring.

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🍽️ @ridgewellsdc
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @theplannery

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Moody palettes don’t have to wait for October. For Alexandra & Sam’s spring wedding at St. Francis Hall, we built the design on deep burgundy roses, moody mauves and deep plum fritillaria, the last a flower uniquely available in early spring. To keep the look from tipping too dark, we layered in Sahara Sensation spray roses, peach stock, and quince branches for lightness and movement. Loose and airy aisle pieces added whimsy, while a deconstructed arch and gold-rimmed candles brought romance. The result was dramatic without ever feeling heavy. Romantic, fresh, and unmistakably spring.

📍 @stfrancishall
🍽️ @ridgewellsdc
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @theplannery

#weddingarch #ceremonyarch #springweddingideas #weddingceremonyflorals #floristsofinstagram #stfrancishallwedding #dcweddingdlorist #washingtondcflorist #dceventflorist #washingtonianweddings

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