Harry Potter Inspired Wedding

Harry Potter Inspired Wedding

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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Two brides on the roof deck with a red rose and white calla lily bouquet

Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Bridal bouquet of red roses and white calla lilies

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Bride receives her red rose and white calla lily bouquet

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First look of two brides

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Two brides

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Two brides on the roof deck with a red rose and white calla lily bouquet

Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Same sex wedding

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Photo by Modern Frames Photography

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Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Photo by Modern Frames Photography

Bride walks down the aisle

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The brides getting married

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Family and friends watch ceremony of two brides

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The brides getting married

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Wedding ceremony aisle accented with petals and lanterns.

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Photo by Modern Frames Photography

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Harry Potter wedding owl post gift card box

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Harry Potter forbidden forest reception

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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

A palette pulled straight from a glass of bourbon. 🥃

Sculptural calla lilies, trailing amaranthus, grapes and peaches. Modern, organic, a little decadent, and just a little moody.

Designed for Basil Hayden, and proof that sometimes the most interesting thing you can put in a floral arrangement isn’t a flower.

We loved working with @basilhayden to bring this together.

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A palette pulled straight from a glass of bourbon. 🥃

Sculptural calla lilies, trailing amaranthus, grapes and peaches. Modern, organic, a little decadent, and just a little moody.

Designed for Basil Hayden, and proof that sometimes the most interesting thing you can put in a floral arrangement isn’t a flower.

We loved working with @basilhayden to bring this together.

There’s just something about St. Francis Hall.⁣
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Maybe it’s the brick. Maybe it’s the windows. Maybe it’s those twinkle lights that somehow make every wedding feel a little bit magical.⁣
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For Erin & Joel`s wedding, we loved the contrast of all that warm architecture with cool blues, crisp whites and lots of greenery. Nothing fighting the room. Nothing trying too hard. Just really pretty flowers in a really wonderful space.⁣
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And honestly, we could design here a hundred times and still get excited walking through those doors.⁣
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📍@stfrancishall⁣
📷 @pshoots
🍽 @windowscatering⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc

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There’s just something about St. Francis Hall.⁣
⁣
Maybe it’s the brick. Maybe it’s the windows. Maybe it’s those twinkle lights that somehow make every wedding feel a little bit magical.⁣
⁣
For Erin & Joel's wedding, we loved the contrast of all that warm architecture with cool blues, crisp whites and lots of greenery. Nothing fighting the room. Nothing trying too hard. Just really pretty flowers in a really wonderful space.⁣
⁣
And honestly, we could design here a hundred times and still get excited walking through those doors.⁣
⁣
📍@stfrancishall⁣
📷 @pshoots
🍽 @windowscatering⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc

An outdoor ceremony followed by a beautiful ballroom reception? The St. Regis makes a very persuasive case.⁣
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The Astor Terrace and Astor Ballroom give us two different settings to consider, and I love finding the floral thread between them. A color carried through. A favorite flower appearing again. A shape that feels familiar when guests move inside. You get the excitement of a new space, with flowers that feel like they belong to the same celebration.⁣
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Those connections are some of my favorite parts of wedding design, and for Katie and Doug, I love how they went a step further with incorporating hand painted ceramics form Katie`s homeland. ⁣
⁣
📍@stregisdc⁣
📷 @tylander⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @b.mingled

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An outdoor ceremony followed by a beautiful ballroom reception? The St. Regis makes a very persuasive case.⁣
⁣
The Astor Terrace and Astor Ballroom give us two different settings to consider, and I love finding the floral thread between them. A color carried through. A favorite flower appearing again. A shape that feels familiar when guests move inside. You get the excitement of a new space, with flowers that feel like they belong to the same celebration.⁣
⁣
Those connections are some of my favorite parts of wedding design, and for Katie and Doug, I love how they went a step further with incorporating hand painted ceramics form Katie's homeland. ⁣
⁣
📍@stregisdc⁣
📷 @tylander⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @b.mingled

The wedding day goes by in a blur and those beautiful blooms sing their last song… Or do they?

For the past year we have partnered with @pressedfloral_ so that our couples have an option to preserve their wedding flowers. We love all of the different items this company offers, from framed pieces to keepsake necklaces, and more.

If you’re thinking of preserving your flowers, for the next 48 hours, there will be a giveaway! Enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card! To enter, simply tag a friend who should preserve their blooms! No limit on the number of times you tag. Share the post to increase your chances.

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The wedding day goes by in a blur and those beautiful blooms sing their last song… Or do they?

For the past year we have partnered with @pressedfloral_ so that our couples have an option to preserve their wedding flowers. We love all of the different items this company offers, from framed pieces to keepsake necklaces, and more.

If you’re thinking of preserving your flowers, for the next 48 hours, there will be a giveaway! Enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card! To enter, simply tag a friend who should preserve their blooms! No limit on the number of times you tag. Share the post to increase your chances.

OBSESSED was a word we heard many times over the course of this wedding. The color palette was just {chef’s kiss}

📍 @monacodc
💐 & 📋 @petalsedgedc
🍰 @libertybakingco

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OBSESSED was a word we heard many times over the course of this wedding. The color palette was just {chef’s kiss}

📍 @monacodc
💐 & 📋 @petalsedgedc
🍰 @libertybakingco

Annual reminder, because winter is coming: winter weddings don’t have to be white. ❄️

Three color stories we’re loving this season:
🤍 Icy winter + candlelight
🍷 Burgundy, plum & wine (goodbye, traditional red)
✨ White, gold & metallics

Which one are you? I have opinions — tell me below. 👀

📷 @kategracephotography @emchastainphoto @amandarobbinsphotography
💐 @petalsedgedc

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Annual reminder, because winter is coming: winter weddings don’t have to be white. ❄️

Three color stories we’re loving this season:
🤍 Icy winter + candlelight
🍷 Burgundy, plum & wine (goodbye, traditional red)
✨ White, gold & metallics

Which one are you? I have opinions — tell me below. 👀

📷 @kategracephotography @emchastainphoto @amandarobbinsphotography
💐 @petalsedgedc

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