What’s better than a tent wedding at your childhood home? Laura and Ethan were married at Laura’s home in McLean this past fall. Following a ceremony at St. Joe’s on Capitol Hill, the spectacular lawn became the perfect backdrop for this adorable couple’s reception. The magnolia-infused wedding with its palette of rich greens and browns – and this couple’s joy and love made the day unforgettable for everyone in attendance!
Laura’s bridal bouquet featured perfect ivory garden roses and magnolia foliage in lush green and chocolate brown, wrapped in ivory satin ribbon. For her bridesmaids, we created complementary bouquets of ivory majolika spray roses, also accented with magnolia foliage and wrapped in dark green satin ribbon. Laura’s junior bridesmaids carried smaller versions of the bridesmaids’ bouquets, while her flower girl toted a charming basket with a simple design of camellia foliage, accented with ivory spray roses. Ethan’s boutonniere showcased a single ivory garden rose with touches of small magnolia leaves, and the other boutonnieres were similar in style but featured ivory spray roses.
Laura’s and Ethan’s beautiful ceremony, held at St. Joseph’s Church, was flanked by striking altar arrangements we provided. The bountiful array of white and ivory blooms included hydrangea, gladiola, stock, snapdragons, and roses, finished with cocculus and magnolia for texture and contrast.
The couple’s reception, held at Laura’s family home in McLean, Virginia, was truly stunning. For the head table, we created two elegant centerpieces of magnolia leaves – the greens and browns made a spectacular statement! For the guest tables, we filled gold-toned ceramic urns with lush designs of magnolia foliage. We loved how the centerpieces popped against the gorgeous linens and tableware, for a unique yet utterly timeless effect.
We were honored to be part of this sweet and sophisticated affair, and we wish Laura and Ethan all the happiness life has to offer! Congratulations!
Ceremony: St. Joseph’s Church
Reception: Bride’s family’s home
Coordinator: Joanna Willard
Caterer: Downtown Catering Company
Photographer: Du Castel Photography
Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design
