Classic Carnegie Institute Wedding

Petal's Edge | Real Wedding: Julie and Charles - Carnegie Institution for Science | Washington DC Florist

Photo by Rhinehart Photography

Classic Carnegie Institute wedding

Julie and Charles’ classic Carnegie Institute wedding was so vibrant and fresh, with a luminous white color palette and bursts of beautiful blue! Julie’s elegant, French hand-tied bouquet featured white peonies, ivory garden roses, white ranunculus, white tulips, and white freesia, accented with light blue delphinium and finished with touches of lemon leaf foliage. We loved how soft and lush it looked against her timelessly gorgeous gown! Her bridesmaids carried bouquets of ivory Vendela roses, white ranunculus, white tulips, and white lisianthus, accented with lemon leaf foliage and wrapped with steel blue satin ribbon. For the men, we created boutonnieres that perfectly complemented the other wedding blooms. For Charles, we designed a groom’s boutonniere with an ivory rose, accented with light blue delphinium and lemon leaf foliage. The remaining boutonnieres consisted of an ivory rose with lemon leaf foliage, wrapped in black satin ribbon.

Photo by Rhinehart Photography

Ceremony in the Rotunda

Serving as a focal point for Julie and Charles’ classic Carnegie Institute wedding ceremony were two striking altar arrangements displayed in silver eared urns. The lush, rounded arrangements featured light blue hydrangea, white stock, ivory roses and spray roses, white tulips, white lisianthus, and light blue delphinium, with lemon leaf foliage added for texture. As a special touch for the mothers, we created small posies with soft silhouettes and inviting textures, combining ivory roses accented with lemon leaf.

Photo by Rhinehart Photography

Modern Elegance with a Classic Twist

At the classic Carnegie Institute reception, the escort card table held a silver cube vase filled with a richly textured design of white hydrangea, white stock, ivory roses and spray roses, white tulips, and white freesia accented with lemon leaf foliage. The design for the couples’ guest tables expressed a modern elegance with a classic twist. Each of the tables were anchored by a silver cube vase, containing a lush, textured design of white hydrangea, white stock, ivory roses and spray roses, white tulips, and white freesia accented with lemon leaf foliage.

Photo by Rhinehart Photography

This wedding was a breathtaking addition to our portfolio this year, and we appreciate Julie and Charles for including us as part of their special day!

Photo by Rhinehart Photography

Ceremony & Reception: Carnegie Institution for Science

Coordinator: Tarra Morgan, The Plannery

Photographer: Lisa Rhinehart, Rhinehart Photography

Caterer: Main Event Caterers

Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design

Sage and lavender never looked so chic 💜🌿 Alex & Andrew’s wedding at the Alexandrian was a perfect study in color-forward design. We loved how the bold linens played off the florals—especially those dreamy taper candles echoing the palette. Under a clear-top tent, the entire space felt fresh, modern, and effortlessly romantic. Proof that thoughtful details and color can transform a space into something unforgettable.⁣
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📍 @thealexandrianhotel⁣
📷 @leahmarguliesphotography⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @kimnewtonweddings

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Sage and lavender never looked so chic 💜🌿 Alex & Andrew’s wedding at the Alexandrian was a perfect study in color-forward design. We loved how the bold linens played off the florals—especially those dreamy taper candles echoing the palette. Under a clear-top tent, the entire space felt fresh, modern, and effortlessly romantic. Proof that thoughtful details and color can transform a space into something unforgettable.⁣
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📍 @thealexandrianhotel⁣
📷 @leahmarguliesphotography⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @kimnewtonweddings

Tall, bold, and unapologetically pink 💖

Caren & Aaron’s wedding at the always-stylish Hotel Monaco DC was a maximalist floral dream! Think king protea, astilbe, tulips, succulents, even pineapple accents!🍍 All artfully arranged to bring their vibrant vision to life. We had so much fun leaning into texture, color, and unexpected elements in this design.

If you’ve got big ideas, we’re all ears (and petals! And even pineapples 😜 ). Tap the link in bio to start dreaming!⁣
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📍 @monacodc⁣
📸 @susiehadeed⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @bellwetherevents

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Tall, bold, and unapologetically pink 💖

Caren & Aaron’s wedding at the always-stylish Hotel Monaco DC was a maximalist floral dream! Think king protea, astilbe, tulips, succulents, even pineapple accents!🍍 All artfully arranged to bring their vibrant vision to life. We had so much fun leaning into texture, color, and unexpected elements in this design.

If you’ve got big ideas, we’re all ears (and petals! And even pineapples 😜 ). Tap the link in bio to start dreaming!⁣
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📍 @monacodc⁣
📸 @susiehadeed⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @bellwetherevents

Some weddings are magic. ✨

This one just took a cart, a loading dock, stairs, ramps, 250 feet of hallway, and a very determined florist team.

Here’s what you don’t see in the final gallery: the cardio, the zip ties, the setup hustle. But would we do it all again for this dreamy blue-and-white moment we created for Jenni & Aaron at the Omni Shoreham? Absolutely.

📍 @omnishorehamhotel
📷 @genevieveleiperphotography
💐 @petalaedgedc

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Some weddings are magic. ✨

This one just took a cart, a loading dock, stairs, ramps, 250 feet of hallway, and a very determined florist team.

Here’s what you don’t see in the final gallery: the cardio, the zip ties, the setup hustle. But would we do it all again for this dreamy blue-and-white moment we created for Jenni & Aaron at the Omni Shoreham? Absolutely.

📍 @omnishorehamhotel
📷 @genevieveleiperphotography
💐 @petalaedgedc

We might be known for our willingness to flower just about anything! And when we were asked to floral the trunk of a vintage car, of course we were game! As guests arrived to the event, it served as the perfect photo moment! Just ask this chic guest 😊⁣
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📍 @hotelheronalexandria⁣
📕 @tsgalexandria⁣
📋 @cherryblossomeventsdc⁣
📷 @costolaphotography⁣
🎥 @therescuemedia⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🧵 @stitchedbynpk⁣
🪑 @selecteventgroup @smthingvintage⁣
💡 @frostlightingdc⁣
draping/bar @fabeventsdc⁣
🖊 @calligraphetteco⁣
💃 @spoonfuloftrish

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We might be known for our willingness to flower just about anything! And when we were asked to floral the trunk of a vintage car, of course we were game! As guests arrived to the event, it served as the perfect photo moment! Just ask this chic guest 😊⁣
⁣
📍 @hotelheronalexandria⁣
📕 @tsgalexandria⁣
📋 @cherryblossomeventsdc⁣
📷 @costolaphotography⁣
🎥 @therescuemedia⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🧵 @stitchedbynpk⁣
🪑 @selecteventgroup @smthingvintage⁣
💡 @frostlightingdc⁣
draping/bar @fabeventsdc⁣
🖊 @calligraphetteco⁣
💃 @spoonfuloftrish

Some weddings are sweet.
 This one? Smart, stylish, and just a little unexpected.

At Eaton DC, where there’s a record player in the lobby and intention in every detail, we brought florals that nodded to tradition. White and blush, gold compotes, lush greenery - and then we slipped in a few surprises (hello, orchids). From a ceremony full of movement to tall reception designs that played with height and shape, this wedding proved modern love doesn’t have to be minimal.

📍 @eatonhotel.dc
📷 @jessicanazarovaphotography
💐 @petalsedgedc

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Some weddings are sweet.
 This one? Smart, stylish, and just a little unexpected.

At Eaton DC, where there’s a record player in the lobby and intention in every detail, we brought florals that nodded to tradition. White and blush, gold compotes, lush greenery - and then we slipped in a few surprises (hello, orchids). From a ceremony full of movement to tall reception designs that played with height and shape, this wedding proved modern love doesn’t have to be minimal.

📍 @eatonhotel.dc
📷 @jessicanazarovaphotography
💐 @petalsedgedc

Anam & Patrick’s wedding at the Mayflower Hotel was a floral fairytale in every sense. Their ceremony began with a grand statement: elevated urns overflowing with hydrangea, roses, spray roses, and stock framed the aisle and altar, setting the tone for a day filled with romance. Inside the ballroom, a luxurious palette of soft pinks, ivory, and blush transformed the space. Tall, classic centerpieces on gold Harlow stands added height and elegance, while matching low arrangements brought intimacy to the tables. Long tables featured crystal candelabra with pale pink taper candles, nestled among petite floral clusters of hydrangea and roses for a warm, glowing ambiance. The sweetheart table was framed with a lush garland and flickering candlelight - the perfect touch for a perfect night.⁣
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📍 @themayflowerhoteldc⁣
📷 @procopiophoto⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @robertsandco

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