Romantic Lavender Wedding at Hotel Monaco DC

Hannah & Mike’s springtime wedding at the Hotel Monaco Washington DC was a beautiful study in soft lavender and honey tones, an effortlessly romantic palette that felt fresh and refined in this iconic space. The couple envisioned floral details that were textured and garden-inspired, with an overall tailored look. From the suspended chuppah to the statement rotunda installation and lush tablescapes, their wedding flowers brought a layered sense of romance to every part of the day.

Set in Penn Quarter, the Hotel Monaco is one of DC’s most unique wedding venues. A former 19th-century post office building has now transformed into a bold and stylish boutique hotel. Its elegant Paris Ballroom and striking marble-columned architecture offer a rich backdrop for wedding celebrations. For Hannah & Mike’s wedding, we leaned into the building’s historic charm while adding an abundance of fresh floral elements to soften and elevate the space.

Guests were greeted in the Paris Ballroom by a stunning mid-height Destiny Urn overflowing with roses in soft lavender hues, trailing clematis vine, jasmine foliage, and lavender stock. This arrangement set the tone: romantic, garden-inspired, and full of texture.

The ceremony itself featured a suspended chuppah in white fabric, an airy, modern focal point softened with lush foliage. A dramatic smilax installation climbed the rotunda columns, adding a natural, whimsical element to the grandeur of the space.

Of course, Hotel Monaco DC wedding flowers wouldn’t be complete without the bridal bouquet. Hannah carried an elegant French hand-tied bouquet embraced spring flowers – white peonies, Cool Water and Ocean Song lavender roses, white peonies, pale pink Sweet Escimo roses, purple veronica, and eucalyptus, the perfect balance of tailored and textured. Her bridesmaids and junior bridesmaids carried similar lavender and white bouquets for a cohesive look.

Reception tables featured a mix of table centerpiece designs. Half showcased lush compote centerpieces with lavender lilac, Amnesia and Golden Mustard roses, butterfly ranunculus, lavender stock, blush rice flower, white ranunculus and lavender sweet peas — each surrounded by honey-hued rope taper candles in glass hurricanes. The other tables offered an airy, editorial vibe with bud vases in lavender and honey tones, accented by ribbed glass chimneys for taper candles, bathing the table in candlelight.

Hannah and Mike’s day was a celebration of love and light, with Hotel Monaco DC wedding flowers that captured every joyful moment in soft, romantic color.

Bride holding bouquet standing next to groom outside Hotel Monaco — Sarah James Photography

Bride and groom standing in front of red awning at Hotel Monaco — Sarah James Photography

Bride stands beside seated groom at Hotel Monaco — Sarah James Photography

Bridal bouquet of peonies and eucalyptus with touches of lavender flowers at Hotel Monaco DC — Sarah James Photography

Bride poses for portrait outside Hotel Monaco in Washington, DC — Sarah James Photography

Wedding party in purple dresses pose outside DC Hotel Monaco — Sarah James Photography

Wedding ceremony in rotunda of Hotel Monaco with suspended chuppah — Sarah James Photography

Wedding ceremony at Hotel Monaco with suspended chuppah and greenery climbing the columns in the rotunda — Sarah James Photography

Greenery climbs the columns at the Hotel Monaco in the rotunds — Sarah James Photography

Couple weds beneath suspended chuppah for Hotel Monaco wedding ceremony — Sarah James Photography

Suspended chuppah at Hotel Monaco DC with minimal wedding flowers — Sarah James Photography

Escort card table arrangement for lavender wedding at Hotel Monaco — Sarah James Photography

Cocktail table centerpiece in simple bud vase with honey hued rose — Sarah James Photography

Wedding reception with lavender flowers at Hotel Monaco — Sarah James Photography

Honey and lavender flowers for wedding centerpiece at Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Washington, DC — Sarah James Photography

Low centerpieces on tables for Hotel Monaco lavender wedding reception — Sarah James Photography

Bud vases with flowers in lavender and honey hues at Kimpton Washington DC Monaco hotel — Sarah James Photography

Floral centerpiece at Kimpton Washington DC Monaco Hotel — Sarah James Photography

Lavender table linens set the stage for lush centerpiece in honey and lavender hues at Hotel Monaco DC — Sarah James Photography

Lavender and honey floral centerpieces for Hotel Monaco DC wedding — Sarah James Photography

Wedding reception with greenery-covered columns at Hotel Monaco DC — Sarah James Photography

Taper candles accent floral centerpiece for Hotel Monaco lavender wedding — Sarah James Photography

Lavender wedding at Hotel Monaco DC — Sarah James Photography

Sweetheart table at Hotel Monaco — Sarah James Photography

Venue: Hotel Monaco DC

Photography: Sarah James Photography

Florist: Petal’s Edge

Planner: LZ Events

Alexandra & Brian’s wedding at River Farm had that early summer, just-gathered feeling that never tries too hard but still feels completely considered. The palette stayed soft. Think pastel wildflowers with a little movement, nothing too tight or overly styled. Everything felt natural to the setting.⁣
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The ceremony unfolded under the big tree with an arch that felt like it had grown there, loose and garden-inspired in shades of pale pink, light blue, cream, and lavender. It set the tone for the entire day.⁣
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For the reception, long tables were filled all the way down with milk glass, blue mason jars, and pieces of depression glass, each one holding a slightly different mix of flowers. It created that full, abundant look that makes a space feel warm and inviting, while still leaving room for everything the evening needed to hold.⁣
Personal, relaxed, and quietly layered in a way that lets the setting - and the people in it - shine.⁣
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📍@riverfarm_va⁣
📷 @jodiandkurtphoto⁣
🍽 @eatandsmilecatering⁣
💐 & 📋 @petalsedgedc

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Alexandra & Brian’s wedding at River Farm had that early summer, just-gathered feeling that never tries too hard but still feels completely considered. The palette stayed soft. Think pastel wildflowers with a little movement, nothing too tight or overly styled. Everything felt natural to the setting.⁣
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The ceremony unfolded under the big tree with an arch that felt like it had grown there, loose and garden-inspired in shades of pale pink, light blue, cream, and lavender. It set the tone for the entire day.⁣
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For the reception, long tables were filled all the way down with milk glass, blue mason jars, and pieces of depression glass, each one holding a slightly different mix of flowers. It created that full, abundant look that makes a space feel warm and inviting, while still leaving room for everything the evening needed to hold.⁣
Personal, relaxed, and quietly layered in a way that lets the setting - and the people in it - shine.⁣
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📍@riverfarm_va⁣
📷 @jodiandkurtphoto⁣
🍽 @eatandsmilecatering⁣
💐 & 📋 @petalsedgedc

It’s planning season for the Scout Guide launch party, and we couldn’t be more excited. 💃🏻

Any guesses on what we’ll see this year? 🤔

@tsgalexandria
📍 @hotelheronalexandria
📷 @costola_photography
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @cherryblossomeventsdc

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It’s planning season for the Scout Guide launch party, and we couldn’t be more excited. 💃🏻

Any guesses on what we’ll see this year? 🤔

@tsgalexandria
📍 @hotelheronalexandria
📷 @costola_photography
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @cherryblossomeventsdc

There is something especially beautiful about bringing soft garden flowers into a space like St. Francis Hall. The historic stone walls have a certain weight to them, and loose, romantic florals create a lovely contrast that keeps the room from feeling too formal.⁣
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For Marina & Kosta’s wedding, the goal was to make the reception feel like a garden had quietly taken over the hall. We designed lush arrangements in peach, cream, and fresh greens that felt natural and abundant on the tables. Against the warm tones of the room and the glow of candlelight, the flowers softened the space and made the entire evening feel relaxed, welcoming, and full of life.⁣
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📍@stfrancishall⁣
🍽Catering by Chef⁣
📷 @sarahbradshawphotography⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🍰 @classicbakery⁣
🎶 Midnight Sounds⁣
💄 @carolamyers⁣
💡 @bialeks⁣
🪑 @partyrental⁣ltd
📋 HJ Planners

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There is something especially beautiful about bringing soft garden flowers into a space like St. Francis Hall. The historic stone walls have a certain weight to them, and loose, romantic florals create a lovely contrast that keeps the room from feeling too formal.⁣
⁣
For Marina & Kosta’s wedding, the goal was to make the reception feel like a garden had quietly taken over the hall. We designed lush arrangements in peach, cream, and fresh greens that felt natural and abundant on the tables. Against the warm tones of the room and the glow of candlelight, the flowers softened the space and made the entire evening feel relaxed, welcoming, and full of life.⁣
⁣
📍@stfrancishall⁣
🍽Catering by Chef⁣
📷 @sarahbradshawphotography⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🍰 @classicbakery⁣
🎶 Midnight Sounds⁣
💄 @carolamyers⁣
💡 @bialeks⁣
🪑 @partyrental⁣ltd
📋 HJ Planners

Throwing it back to last year’s corporate event at the MGM with @allsettup Making music got a whole new meaning! Flowers on a guitar? Yes please!

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Throwing it back to last year’s corporate event at the MGM with @allsettup Making music got a whole new meaning! Flowers on a guitar? Yes please!

Easter may fall at a different time every year, but one thing`s for sure, once it passes, wedding season is officially HERE! We couldn`t be more excited for the beautiful weddings, galas, and celebrations coming up this month. And spring flowers? Absolute favorites. Always⁣
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📍@woodlawnandpopeleighey⁣
📷 @erinkelleherphoto⁣
🍽 @maineventcaterersdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @bmingled

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Easter may fall at a different time every year, but one thing's for sure, once it passes, wedding season is officially HERE! We couldn't be more excited for the beautiful weddings, galas, and celebrations coming up this month. And spring flowers? Absolute favorites. Always⁣
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📍@woodlawnandpopeleighey⁣
📷 @erinkelleherphoto⁣
🍽 @maineventcaterersdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @bmingled

Blooming branches – that harbinger of new beginnings, a flower whose very appearance serves as the epitaph to winter. But that sweet symbolism isn’t the only reason we love them!

Very few botanical elements feature both soft edges AND the jutting architecture of flowering branches. As floral designers, we adore the juxtaposition of soft, demure pastels with their sheer height and commanding presence. There’s just something about that that just screams wedding, don’t you think?

So don’t be afraid to branch out and get creative. Blooming branches look spectacular in weddings – in everything from ceremony arches to reception decor – and create a big impactful look.

Cover photo @lovelifeimages

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