Dumbarton House DC wedding

Dumbarton House DC wedding

Wedding ceremony

Is there really anything better than a Dumbarton House wedding in DC? Spring, summer, winter or, in this case, fall! – Dumbarton House sets an elegant tone for a timeless wedding. From the gracious entry through the wrought iron gate to the exquisite north garden, and grand staircases leading to the lower courtyard, the venue creates a luxurious garden atmosphere filled with Federal period details. Even the simplest decor can make a grand impact. In the case of Karen and Evan’s wedding, however, they wanted to make the space unforgettable for their guests, and so we designed a lush garden wedding at Dumbarton House!

Karen’s bouquet was filled with garden roses, ranunculus, and eucalyptus foliage, with her bridesmaids carrying simpler, smaller versions of her bouquet. We looked forward to the “wow” factor of the ceremony all year – from the lush garden arch to the aisle garland bestrewn with white roses and spray roses. The arch was the epitome of a lush garden wedding, filled with smilax, salal, and ruscus, roses and spray roses! It suited Dumbarton House beautifully.

There was nothing left untouched for the lush garden wedding at Dumbarton House with a stunning bar design, cocktail table arrangements, a smilax adorned walkway, and the most beautiful centerpiece designs. And best of all, the garland from the ceremony was repurposed around the lower courtyard’s stone urn for a stunning backdrop to the couple’s reception entrance! Take a look for yourself below! We wish Karen and Evan all the best!

Venue: Dumbarton House

Caterer: Eleven Courses Catering

Photography: Andrea Cable Photography

Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design

Ceremony Music: Sage String Quartet

DJ: Crystal Dream Entertainment

Beauty: Love Letters by Kayla

Coordinator: Details Made Simple

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Love in full bloom - rain and all ☔️ ✨ 

Tamari & Zach embraced the romance of a rainy day ceremony at the historic Tudor Place, saying “I do” beneath clear umbrellas. Then they celebrated in the cozy, intimate setting of the Tabard Inn - with a warm floral palette of corals and oranges, the dreamiest Cafe au Lait dahlias, and proof that a little rain only adds to the magic. 

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G is for greenery 🌿, L is for lush ✨… you get the idea! 

When it comes to statement-making florals, a well-placed garland can do it all—elevate long tables, frame a ceremony aisle, or even drape around a fountain for that effortlessly chic look. Who said greenery was just filler? 💅 

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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

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