Harry Potter Inspired Wedding

Harry Potter Inspired Wedding
Two brides on hotel rooftop

A wedding is a magical occasion, but what better way to add an extra touch of enchantment than by infusing it with inspiration from no less than Harry Potter? Imagine walking down the aisle amidst a sea of beautiful blooms, each reflecting the whimsy and wonder of the wizarding world. When your love story has a storybook perfect timeline, it would fit that Aja and Alexis were inspired to bring a Harry Potter-inspired wedding to life.

Hogwarts-Inspired Aisle

Aja and Alex began their wedding journey to your happily ever after by transforming their aisle into a whimsical path reminiscent of Hogwarts. The side of the aisle were adorned by floral arrangements featuring rich hues of red and gold, symbolizing the Gryffindor house. Trailing vines created a sense of ancient magic, while candlelit lanterns flickered, casting an ethereal glow. Walking down this enchanting aisle, the couple and guests felt as though they are entering the Great Hall itself.

Book-Specific References

There were references to the Harry Potter books throughout the wedding. From their personal attire, , that included cufflinks and socks inspired by Harry Potter, golden snitches and socks boasting a marauder’s map print, to garters that read “I solemnly swear I am up to no good” and “mischief managed”. Tables were named after popular locations, including Three Broomsticks and Hagrid’s Hut. A bird cage for cards was appropraitely labeled “Owl Post”. Signature drinks on the “Forbidden Forest” menu took names that sounded as much like they could be potions.

Whimsical Florals

The ballroom itself took inspiration from Harry Potter’s hidden forest, with bleached manzanita branches creating a little forest of its own, and each table featuring its own potion bottle.

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Venue: Mason & Rook Hotel by Kimpton

Photographer: Modern Frames Photography 

Florist: Petal’s Edge

Event Coordinator: Weddings by Nicole

Cake: Fluffy Thoughts  

Hair & Makeup: Ms. Jenn from JMDESIGNZ Aja’s Dress: Lovely Bride 

Alexis’s Tux: Book-a-tailor DC Music/Entertainment: DJ T

Invitations: Designed by Alexis, Printed by Vistaprint

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A huge shout out to many (but not all) of our 2025 couples. What a stunning group! Your love fuels us. Cheers to a truly magnificent year!

P.S. Santa, please bring us more amazing, stylish couples in 2026.

Credits:
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@masonphotography
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@amandarobbinsphoto
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A huge shout out to many (but not all) of our 2025 couples. What a stunning group! Your love fuels us. Cheers to a truly magnificent year! P.S. Santa, please bring us more amazing, stylish couples in 2026. Credits: @sarahjamessphotography @brigittereneephoto @compass__studios @katefineart @paigeelizabethphoto @masonphotography @alyssamariephotosllc @kellylossphoto @catgrangerphotography @maddywilliamsphotography @barborajonesphotography @stephenbobb @amandarobbinsphoto @kategracephotography

December has been a whirlwind. Weddings. Holiday parties. Installing holiday décor around town. The kind of month where the days blur and the studio never quite sleeps.

But one of the most meaningful moments has come through our involvement with Wish Upon a Wedding, an organization that grants weddings and vow renewals to couples facing serious illness or life-altering circumstances.

At the Citizen Ballroom, we helped bring Tiffianni & Minerva’s vow renewal to life. Their vision was unapologetically floral. A sweeping staircase installation layered in greenery. Flowers in saturated shades of fuchsia and purple. A lush deconstructed floral arch that framed their vows and later their sweetheart table. Tables glowed with flowers, candles, and lamps. The temperature may have been in the teens outside but inside was only warmth and light rooted in love.

We began this year donating flowers to laid-off federal employees and end it celebrating Tiffianni & Minerva. Because this year hasn’t just been about decorating spaces. It’s about lifting spirits with flowers and helping to mark moments in meaningful ways.
 
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Planning | @weddingsbykristy
Venue | @citizensballroom
Photography | @emchastainphoto
Videography | @buxtonmediaproductionsweddings
Video + Content Creation | @socialsparkbybetsy
Catering | @spilledmilkdc
Florist | @petalsedgedc
DJ | @mydeejay
Rentals | @dcreventrentals
Photo booth | @bookextraordinary
Live Portrait Painter | @spencergraceartspace
Cocktail Hour Musician | Amanda Tillemann
Typewriter Poet | @wordsbydj
Cake | @plantbakedbysarah
Dessert | @spilledmilkdc
Hair & Makeup | @carlapressleyhairmakeup
Officiant | @weddingceremoniesbyjeff
Donated Flowers | @dcflowersdirect
Floral Donation | @petalshare
Invitations | @slateandbrush
Day-of Stationery | @slateandbrush and @mintedweddings
Dress | @thebridalroomva and @capecodformals
Ceremony Elements | @unityinglass

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December has been a whirlwind. Weddings. Holiday parties. Installing holiday décor around town. The kind of month where the days blur and the studio never quite sleeps. But one of the most meaningful moments has come through our involvement with Wish Upon a Wedding, an organization that grants weddings and vow renewals to couples facing serious illness or life-altering circumstances. At the Citizen Ballroom, we helped bring Tiffianni & Minerva’s vow renewal to life. Their vision was unapologetically floral. A sweeping staircase installation layered in greenery. Flowers in saturated shades of fuchsia and purple. A lush deconstructed floral arch that framed their vows and later their sweetheart table. Tables glowed with flowers, candles, and lamps. The temperature may have been in the teens outside but inside was only warmth and light rooted in love. We began this year donating flowers to laid-off federal employees and end it celebrating Tiffianni & Minerva. Because this year hasn’t just been about decorating spaces. It’s about lifting spirits with flowers and helping to mark moments in meaningful ways.   @wishuponawedding Planning | @weddingsbykristy Venue | @citizensballroom Photography | @emchastainphoto Videography | @buxtonmediaproductionsweddings Video + Content Creation | @socialsparkbybetsy Catering | @spilledmilkdc Florist | @petalsedgedc DJ | @mydeejay Rentals | @dcreventrentals Photo booth | @bookextraordinary Live Portrait Painter | @spencergraceartspace Cocktail Hour Musician | Amanda Tillemann Typewriter Poet | @wordsbydj Cake | @plantbakedbysarah Dessert | @spilledmilkdc Hair & Makeup | @carlapressleyhairmakeup Officiant | @weddingceremoniesbyjeff Donated Flowers | @dcflowersdirect Floral Donation | @petalshare Invitations | @slateandbrush Day-of Stationery | @slateandbrush and @mintedweddings Dress | @thebridalroomva and @capecodformals Ceremony Elements | @unityinglass

Four days until Christmas, and we couldn’t be more excited!!! How are you decorating for the Holidays?!? ⁣
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