Candlelit Wedding at Hotel Monaco DC

Candlelit Wedding at Hotel Monaco DC

Candlelit wedding at Hotel Monaco DC

On a crisp fall day, Emma and James celebrated their nuptials with a ceremony in historic Alexandria, Virginia followed by an elegant reception at the Hotel Monaco in Washington, DC. Their candlelit wedding was a vision of elegance, with a color palette of black, white, and gold setting the stage for a night to remember. It was a wedding that blended classic and modern sensibilities from beginning to end.

Emma’s bridal bouquet was a breathtaking display of white roses, the most classic of wedding flowers. The design took a modern twist, with fully opened Tibet roses taking a modern, layered design. It was a choice that conveyed both a sense of purity and grace. As she walked down the aisle at St. Mary’s Basilica, a romantic scene of ethereal pomander balls crafted from delicate, massed baby’s breath led the way to happily ever after.

At the reception, guests were greeted by a symphony of candlelight and floral beauty. Modern gold compotes overflowed lush designs of baby’s breath accented with white roses opened to perfection. The design was finished with a trio of glass-enclosed black wax taper candles. The remaining tables boasted a collection of modern Highball bud vases holding white roses and black taper candles for the ultimate modern romantic statement piece.

But it was the head table that truly stole the show, draped in a luxurious black velvet linen and adorned with over 200 taper and votive candles. Nestled among the flickering flames were bud vases brimming with white roses, creating a scene straight out of a fairytale. Minimalism may be seeing a revival in weddings these days, but this look blended minimal with maximal, elegance in simplicity.

As the night unfolded, Emma and James danced under the soft glow of the candlelit wedding, surrounded by the love and warmth of their family and friends. It was a celebration of pure romance, where every detail, from the flowers to the flickering candles, came together to create a magical atmosphere.

Venue: Hotel Monaco DC

Photography: Christina Joy Fox Photography

Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design

Planner: Simply Bold

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Sometimes a concept sweeps us off our feet. A French Rococo, Marie Antoinette-inspired wedding, alive with pinks, gilded accents, delicate feathers and lush draping - was one of those visions. 

We imagined opulence balanced with romance, every detail a love letter to history and beauty. We poured our hearts into the design… but it wasn’t meant to be. 

While we may not get to see it come to life, we’ll always be grateful for the spark of inspiration! To the one that got away, thank you for reminding us why we adore what we do. 

P.S. if your dream wedding is filled with gilded romance, you know where to find us 😉 💌 🌸 ✨
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