Sitting at the crest of Captain's Row in Old Town Alexandria, the Northern Virginia Athenaeum's iconic architecture is hard to miss. The beautifully preserved antebellum building now serves as an art gallery, frequently filled with vibrant regional art. The upstairs gallery features 24-foot ... Read more »
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Fall Wedding at 2941 Restaurant
Tucked away in what otherwise looks to the untrained eye like yet another an office park in northern Virginia is 2941 Restaurant. Lush landscaping, koi ponds, waterfalls, and a lakeside view make stunning options for your unforgettable day - like this unforgettable fall wedding at 2941. Complete ... Read more »
5 Fantastic Rehearsal Dinner Themes
Without a doubt, the wedding is the big event that drives all wedding planning. But a far less discussed yet equally important event is the day before: the rehearsal dinner. Traditionally held the night before the wedding, the rehearsal dinner is a great opportunity for the two families to spend ... Read more »
Stylish Covid Wedding at Darcy Hotel
The Darcy Hotel on Scott Circle in downtown, Washington, DC is proximate to Dupont Circle and historic Logan Circle - and the site of Caitlin and Sean's stylish Covid wedding last year. The space is very adaptable, with natural tones and large windows. Preceded by a lovely ceremony at the Foundry ... Read more »
Designing Your Welcome – Stylish Escort Card Designs
Stylish Escort Card Designs The first thing guests generally see as they arrive at your reception is the escort card display. It's an apt place to design the welcome for your event. Since it is often a stand alone piece, escort card designs are also a great place to do something a little playful ... Read more »
Whimsical Wildflower Wedding at The Alexandrian Hotel
Whimsical Wildflower Wedding Alycia and Scott had planned the most beautiful April wedding at The Alexandrian Hotel. The scheme was replete with stunning spring flowers like ranunculus, lisianthus, delphinium, roses and a tons of little textured blooms to make guests feel as though they had been ... Read more »
Rustic Courtyard Wedding at The Alexandrian Hotel
Intimate Fall Wedding at the Alexandrian Hotel https://petalsedge.com/alexandria-wedding-venues/The Alexandrian Hotel here in Old Town Alexandria has the most charming red brick courtyard for outdoor ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions - and perfect for a rustic courtyard wedding. Kate and Os ... Read more »
Blooming Branches Wedding Inspiration
Blooming Branches Blooming branches - that harbinger of new beginnings, a flower whose very appearance serves as the epitaph to winter. But that sweet symbolism isn’t the only reason we love them! Very few botanical elements feature both soft edges AND the jutting architecture of flowering ... Read more »
Romantic River Farm Wedding
Romantic River Farm Wedding To say Aliya and Reuben were an easy going couple would be an understatement! With only three weeks before the big day, we talked flowers, discussed a design, and a mere six days later, the scheme for the flowers for their romantic River Farm wedding were designed and ... Read more »
Intimate Wedding at The George
Wedding at The George The George of Old Town is a fully renovated historic home in Old Town Alexandria. Once belonging to George Washington, the house is available for rent, making it a stunning option for your "intimate day". A beautiful entryway, staircase, stylishly appointed rooms, and a back ... Read more »
Valentine’s Day 2021
Love is in the Air Can you feel it? Valentine's Day is around the corner, and if there's anyone who knows how to do love, it's Petal's Edge. For the first time ever, we have curated gorgeous floral designs that "say it best" for delivery within Alexandria and the greater DC metro area! Delivery ... Read more »
Blush Vintage Wedding at St. Mary’s Basilica
Kianna and Sean were married on a lovely summer day in August. The nuptials took place at at St. Mary's Basilica here in Old Town Alexandria. The only thing more blushing than the bride were her flowers! The blush vintage wedding was filled with beautiful, vintage details. We incorporated the most ... Read more »