Intimate Alexandria At Home Wedding

Intimate Alexandria At Home Wedding

When we think of a wedding – whether big or small – a universal element is the desire for the even to be personal and memorable. What is more emblematic of that than an intimate at home wedding. While it is not a choice for everyone, for Virginia and Sam, it was the perfect approach to their nuptials. If you saw their home, you’d understand why! The couple had recently moved into their Virginia residence, and while the house interior was the focus of some renovations, the former owners had been master gardeners who left a lush design of terraced gardens that was to die for.

With the intimate scale of the event, the reception could easily enough take place in the dining room, but the ceremony was more of a challenge. When we visited to determine the flow of the event, we suggested using the natural architectural features of the back of the house, and the princess balcony from the upper level, to create a “broken arch” with an organic style that make the ceremony focal point look as if it grown there. Lush elaeagnus and ruscus foliage provided movement, accompanied by roses, spray roses, and spirea branches. A cascade of greenery and flowers descended from the upper level. The wedding ceremony took place on a small patio area beside a set of French doors.

Virginia’s ensemble had all the romantic vibes, from the lace texture of her gown to her elegant braided updo. And to balance it, we design a cascade bouquet of…

The intimate Virginia home wedding dinner took place at the couple’s dining room table, where a simple garland extended along the length of the table, accented with ivory spray roses and white taper candles in gold candlesticks. It was just the level of elegance that elevated the shared celebration.

Thank you Virginia and Sam for trusting us with your special day! May you have many more memorable memories in your wonderful home.

Venue: Private Residence

Photography: Whole Heart Studios

Flowers: Petal’s Edge Floral Design

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1. Creativity costs money

Thoughtful choices matter. Floral design comes from premium blooms, careful mechanics, and hours of labor. Often, investing in a few impactful designs creates more magic than trying to do a little bit everywhere.

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Yes, some ceremony flowers can move into the reception, but it requires staff, timing, and logistics. With forethought, it’s seamless and impactful. Without it, it can create stress or compromise the design.

5. Timing is everything.

Flowers are living things with a short window of perfection. A carefully built schedule protects bouquets, keeps installations fresh, and ensures your flowers look their best when it matters most.

🌸 And one note for fellow vendors: florists care deeply. I don’t know a single one who doesn’t. We want to give couples our very best work. But flowers are perishable, which means details matter. When timelines push us to deliver too early, when arrangements are dismantled without our input, or when fading blooms are photographed as “detail shots,” the couple’s vision suffers. Collaboration is what protects the flowers and, ultimately, the experience we all want for our clients.

The truth may not always be easy to hear, but hearing it early will save stress, protect your vision, and give you flowers that feel unforgettable for all the right reasons. ✨
Victorian elegance met modern romance at the Fairmont. ✨ Centerpieces have the power to set the tone for an entire ballroom. Half the guest tables featured tall silver candelabras topped with textured designs of hydrangea, roses, dahlias, and lisianthus in shades of pink and burgundy. More than accents, the elevated designs added height, repetition, and cohesion throughout the room. The balance of tables held silver footed bowls brimming with the same rich palette, styled in a looser, organic shape. Together, the mix of height, texture, and candlelight created a romantic atmosphere that was timeless and unforgettable — the kind of detail that takes a wedding from beautiful to truly show-stopping. 🌸✨

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Diane & Michael’s autumn wedding at the Westin Georgetown redefined fall florals. 💙 Instead of the traditional rust and burgundy hues, their palette celebrated cooler tones: light blue hydrangea, lavender stock, and blue and lavender delphinium layered with roses and spray roses, even whimsical purple globe allium. Lush greenery framed the look, adding depth and texture. The result was elegant and unexpected — a design that felt fresh, refined, and utterly romantic in every detail. ✨

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