Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey House Wedding

Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey House Wedding
Bridal bouquet of Café au Lait dahlia, ivory garden roses, white lisianthus, white veronica, and white dendrobium orchids popped with accents of burgundy scabiosa

The Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey House is a charming and elegant venue that provides a picture-perfect setting for couples to exchange their wedding vows. Nestled in the heart of Virginia, this historic site offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, making it an ideal location for couples looking to create unforgettable wedding memories. With its stunning architecture, lush gardens, and breathtaking views, the Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey House is the perfect backdrop for a love story in the making. As a premier wedding florist in Alexandria, VA, we have had the pleasure of working with many couples who have chosen this venue for their special day. From design beautiful bouquet to creating stunning ceremony backdrops and reception decor, we have helped to create a memorable wedding that captures the essence of their love story. So, if you’re looking for a venue that will make your wedding day unforgettable, look no further than the Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey House.

Fall Floral Palette

Rachael and Scott took inspiration from their incredible outdoor ceremony site, playing up the lush garden elegance of historic nature, for their classic Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey House wedding. Adding in dramatic pops of burgundy, the flowers featured an array of whites and greens. A loose, unstructured bouquet of Café au Lait dahlia, ivory garden roses, white lisianthus, white veronica, and white dendrobium orchids popped with accents of burgundy scabiosa. To play up the organic wildness, Rachael’s bouquet was also scented with a lush mix of greens: silver dollar eucalyptus, sea star fern, oregonia, and ruscus. Bridesmaids carried a more petite version of the bridal bouquet, with white dahlia, ivory Vendela roses, white lisianthus, and white veronica accented with the same greenery as Rebecca’s bouquet. The groom’s boutonniere plucked white dendrobium orchid blossoms from the bridal bouquet and was accented with silver dollar eucalyptus and oregonia – it smelled divine! The groomsmen’s boutonnieres were a masculine clutch of oregonia and silver dollar eucalyptus, banded handsomely with black ribbon.

Romantic Outdoor Ceremony

The ceremony mood was set with two floor standing urns of dynamic, asymmetrical design. White hydrangea, white gladiola, white stock, white snapdragons, and roses and spray roses in white and ivory hues pulled the eye to Rebecca in her bridal white.

Wedding Reception with Classic Garden Elegance

The placecard table in a cement container burst with a loose and organic design of Café au Lait dahlia, ivory spray roses, white lisiatnhus, white veronica, white dendrobium orchids. Pops of burgundy scabiosa accented the white flowers and greens from camellia, oregonia, ruscus, and silver dollar eucalyptus. Garden elegance decor continued in the dramatically tented reception. Square cement vases on half the tables held sea star fern and Queen Anne’s lace to make these centerpieces look like they was plucked from an elegant country garden. The remaining tables featured the bridesmaids’ bouquets elegantly. A nearly naked wedding cake was adorned with modern flair of sea star fern and dramatic burgundy scabiosa to make it as beautiful as it was delicious.

Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography

 

Bride and father of the bride. Bridal bouquet of Café au Lait dahlia, ivory garden roses, white lisianthus, white veronica, and white dendrobium orchids popped with accents of burgundy scabiosa
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Ceremony flowers at Woodlawn and Pope Leighey House wedding
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography

 

Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography
Photo by Sincereli Photography

Ceremony & Reception: Woodlawn & Pope Leighy House

Caterer: Rouge Catering

Photography: Sincereli Photography

Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design

Wedding Coordinator: All the Dainty Details

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Advice I’d give you as a florist if I wasn’t afraid of hurting your feelings…

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.

2. Pinterest isn’t reality.

Styled shoots, filters, and out-of-season flowers can set unrealistic expectations. A skilled florist translates your inspiration into something real, beautiful, and perfectly suited to your wedding.

3. Your choice of wedding planner can be a 🚩

A strong planner protects your vision and collaborates with your creative team. But not every planner has the same level of experience, and misplaced trust can cost you money, time, and beauty. Surround yourself with professionals who set you up for success. Protecting quality is how your vision comes to life

4. Repurposing only works with a plan.

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. ✨

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Advice I’d give you as a florist if I wasn’t afraid of hurting your feelings… 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. 2. Pinterest isn’t reality. Styled shoots, filters, and out-of-season flowers can set unrealistic expectations. A skilled florist translates your inspiration into something real, beautiful, and perfectly suited to your wedding. 3. Your choice of wedding planner can be a 🚩 A strong planner protects your vision and collaborates with your creative team. But not every planner has the same level of experience, and misplaced trust can cost you money, time, and beauty. Surround yourself with professionals who set you up for success. Protecting quality is how your vision comes to life 4. Repurposing only works with a plan. 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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📷 @roephoto
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @eventaccomplished

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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. 🌸✨ 📍 @fairmontwashington 📷 @roephoto 💐 @petalsedgedc 📋 @eventaccomplished

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. ✨

📍 @westingeorgetown
📷 @themallorysphoto
💐 @petalsedgedc

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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. ✨ 📍 @westingeorgetown 📷 @themallorysphoto 💐 @petalsedgedc
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