Traditional Alexandria Wedding

Alexandra and Steven ‘s wedding as the epitome of a traditional Alexandria wedding. From the traditional ceremony setting at Christ Church, one of the oldest churches in Old Town Alexandria, to the reception at Mount Vernon Inn on George Washington’s estate, the wedding spelled classic from touch to finish. Alexandra’s long-sleeve lace gone exuded classic Grace Kelley vibes, while Steven looked dashing in his Marine Corp dress uniform. Florals embraced a delicate blush and dove gray palette. Classic done oh-so-right.

The bridal bouquet featured the best of spring. The loosely styled, garden bouquet featured peonies and Juliet garden roses, spring touches of lilac, light pink ranunculus and sweet pea, and frilly white astilbe with delicate strands of jasmine vine. The bridesmaids’ bouquets held similar hues, pairing with the dove gray dresses.

A traditional Alexandria wedding altar design flanked the ceremony area, situated on the two window sills. The two small windows featured a similar palate, designed so they could be repurposed on the fireplace mantels for the reception.

Photo by Marta Locklear Photography

Photo by Marta Locklear

Photo by Marta Locklear Photography

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Ceremony: Christ Church, Alexandria

Reception: Mt. Vernon Inn

Photography: Marta Locklear Photography

Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design

Wedding Dress: Hannelore’s

Shoes: Kate Spade

This week is our last "calm before the storm", and for that we are most thankful! Thanksgiving is that last burst of fall color before the start of holiday sparkle. As we head into the December whirlwind of holiday décor, winter weddings, restaurant installations, and a very special charity celebration, we’re taking a moment to savor the pause.⁣
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The quiet beauty of the harvest always reminds us of David & Eric`s wedding at Decatur House, where the centerpieces weren’t flowers at all but an abundant tapestry of fruits and vegetables. A true harvest table: seasonal, generous, and grounded in the idea that beauty can come from what’s already been given.⁣
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This week, that feels especially right. Gratitude for the work behind us. Gratitude for what’s ahead. And gratitude for the couples, planners, teams, and communities who make this wild, wonderful season possible.⁣
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📍@decaturhouse
📷 @stephenbobb⁣
🍽 @maineventcaterersdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

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This week is our last "calm before the storm", and for that we are most thankful! Thanksgiving is that last burst of fall color before the start of holiday sparkle. As we head into the December whirlwind of holiday décor, winter weddings, restaurant installations, and a very special charity celebration, we’re taking a moment to savor the pause.⁣
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The quiet beauty of the harvest always reminds us of David & Eric's wedding at Decatur House, where the centerpieces weren’t flowers at all but an abundant tapestry of fruits and vegetables. A true harvest table: seasonal, generous, and grounded in the idea that beauty can come from what’s already been given.⁣
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This week, that feels especially right. Gratitude for the work behind us. Gratitude for what’s ahead. And gratitude for the couples, planners, teams, and communities who make this wild, wonderful season possible.⁣
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📍@decaturhouse
📷 @stephenbobb⁣
🍽 @maineventcaterersdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

Maybe green really is having its moment. Between the Yellow Brick Road yellows, the poppy-red anemones, and a reception drenched in layered greens, this Oz-inspired spring event felt like a preview of the color conversations designers are having now.

From emerald to chartreuse to the softest sage, green can be grounding, glamorous, or a little bit wild — sometimes all at once. And with the Wicked sequel stirring up the color world again, we’re curious…

Which shade is your leading character this season?

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Maybe green really is having its moment. Between the Yellow Brick Road yellows, the poppy-red anemones, and a reception drenched in layered greens, this Oz-inspired spring event felt like a preview of the color conversations designers are having now.

From emerald to chartreuse to the softest sage, green can be grounding, glamorous, or a little bit wild — sometimes all at once. And with the Wicked sequel stirring up the color world again, we’re curious…

Which shade is your leading character this season?

Some of the most meaningful moments in this work come from the families who return to us. Mey first reached out by saying she’d loved her sister Iona’s wedding flowers, from the colors, the choices, the way everything held up for days. She wanted something just as thoughtful for her own wedding at 101 Constitution.⁣
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A textured mix of white florals with lush eucalyptus bringing its blue-green hues gave the skyline a quiet elegance of its own. And standing there with that view of the Capitol, it was hard not to feel grateful for the trust families place in us, year after year. It’s an honor every single time.⁣
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Swipe through for a pic of Mey at Iona`s wedding a year ago!⁣
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📍@masonphotography & @jenharveyphotography⁣
🍽 @corcorancaterers⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🎶 @mydeejay⁣
💄 @manevixenboutique & @moderngreengoddess⁣
👗 @bridalroomva @generationtux⁣
📋 @dapperretriever

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Some of the most meaningful moments in this work come from the families who return to us. Mey first reached out by saying she’d loved her sister Iona’s wedding flowers, from the colors, the choices, the way everything held up for days. She wanted something just as thoughtful for her own wedding at 101 Constitution.⁣
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A textured mix of white florals with lush eucalyptus bringing its blue-green hues gave the skyline a quiet elegance of its own. And standing there with that view of the Capitol, it was hard not to feel grateful for the trust families place in us, year after year. It’s an honor every single time.⁣
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Swipe through for a pic of Mey at Iona's wedding a year ago!⁣
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📍@masonphotography & @jenharveyphotography⁣
🍽 @corcorancaterers⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🎶 @mydeejay⁣
💄 @manevixenboutique & @moderngreengoddess⁣
👗 @bridalroomva @generationtux⁣
📋 @dapperretriever

Not every couple is lucky enough to wake up to the perfect weather for their perfect outdoor ceremony. But that is not reason to fret! Somtimes the plan shifts. Laura & Ben`s outdoor ceremony at the Omni Shoreham moved inside at the last moment, and it turned out to be perfect all the same. We built a custom chuppah to frame their nuptials, overlaid with branches and flowers to echo a natural garden arbor. Swipe to see more of what made this one of our favorite spring weddings! (And they still managed to sneak in a few outdoor photos. 😉)⁣
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📍 @omnishorehamhotel⁣
📷 @kthompsonphotography⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

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Not every couple is lucky enough to wake up to the perfect weather for their perfect outdoor ceremony. But that is not reason to fret! Somtimes the plan shifts. Laura & Ben's outdoor ceremony at the Omni Shoreham moved inside at the last moment, and it turned out to be perfect all the same. We built a custom chuppah to frame their nuptials, overlaid with branches and flowers to echo a natural garden arbor. Swipe to see more of what made this one of our favorite spring weddings! (And they still managed to sneak in a few outdoor photos. 😉)⁣
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📍 @omnishorehamhotel⁣
📷 @kthompsonphotography⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

Let me go on record saying: when it comes to candles, especially in winter, more is more. 😉

📍 @fairmontwashington
📷 @iamthesam
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @afinefeteventsdc

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Let me go on record saying: when it comes to candles, especially in winter, more is more. 😉

📍 @fairmontwashington
📷 @iamthesam
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @afinefeteventsdc

Alexa, please play Christmas music.

Too early? I confess. I’m a Thanksgiving purist. It’s literally my favorite holiday. But as a floral designer, I’m often living a season ahead. Thinking of spring when it’s winter, or fall in the heat of summer. And yes, plotting winter holiday decor when it’s Halloween (if not the 4th of July!)

But something about the quiet in the air today and news of snow in places nearby is all it took to awaken my holiday spirit and launch holiday planning mode! If it takes you more to get you in the mood, maybe Sonja & Mike’s Christmas wedding from a few years ago will do the trick!

📍 @dupontcirclehotel
📷 @minicrop
💐 @petalsedgedc

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