Spring Archer Hotel Wedding

There is no place in Alexandria more perfect for a small, intimate wedding than the gorgeous Archer Hotel, formerly the Lorien (except perhaps for perhaps fellow Alexandria boutique hotel – the Morrison House!). Yoko and Marc began their spring Archer Hotel wedding with nuptials downtown at the historic St. Matthews Cathedral in DC, before retiring to our equally historic city of Alexandria, for the reception.

For their flowers, Yoko chose a light spring color palette of whites, greens and pale pinks. In keeping with the spring colors, we suggested using spring flowers like lilac, sweet pea, ranunculus and tulips, accented with touches of classic flowers like roses for a touch of pink, for her bouquet.

Photos by Irene Abdou

For the reception, simple square glass vases, lined on the inside with green aspidistra leaf, were filled with white hydrangea, green parrot tulips, white ranunculus, green cabbage roses and white lilac. It was the perfect choice for a spring, Archer Hotel wedding.

Photos by Irene Abdou

Photo by Irene Abdou

Photos by Irene Abdou

Ceremony Site: St. Matthews Cathedral

Reception Site: Archer Hotel

Photography: Irene Abdou

Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design

There’s something about citrus in the summertime that feels instantly joyful. 🍊 🍋

Paired with blue and white chinoiserie, blooms in warm sunset hues of peach, coral and orange, this tablescape is a reminder that the most memorable celebrations are full of color, texture, and unexpected details.

Would you embrace a citrus-inspired wedding or event?

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Industrial architecture and romantic flowers will forever be one of our favorite combinations.⁣
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For Sarah & Erkan`s wedding at Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, we paired lush garden textures in muted pastel hues to soften up the brick and steel interiors throughout the reception space. The result felt intimate and quietly luxurious in all the right ways.⁣
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This venue is such a dream for couples who want something moodier and more architectural than a traditional ballroom wedding.⁣
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Natural. Timeless. Elegant. Soft. Romantic.⁣
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When Annemarie described her vision, we knew exactly the world we wanted to build around her. This September, she and Cooper were wed at the stunning Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey House in Alexandria, surrounded by lush greens, white blossoms, and the warmth of copper and gold woven throughout every detail.⁣
From her abundant dahlia and rose bouquet to the organic arch installations and candlelit reception tent, every element told one continuous, intentional story.⁣
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This is what it looks like when a vision is truly honored. ✨🤍 Bespoke floral design for DC-area weddings. Inquire through the link in bio.⁣
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It’s hard to beat a cozy winter wedding at the Hotel Monaco⁣
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Designing flowers for St. Francis Hall always begins with scale. The ceilings are high, the stone walls are bold, and delicate arrangements can quickly disappear if they are not designed with the room in mind.⁣
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For Monica & Dave’s wedding, we leaned into that height with tall arrangements that lifted the eye upward while still keeping the tables welcoming for guests. Soft white and green flowers created a romantic feeling against the historic architecture, while the elevated designs helped the entire room feel balanced. When the proportions are right, the flowers do not fight the space. They belong in it.⁣
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