Truly, I have so much to say about my wedding at Oxon Hill Manor, but mostly I just wanted to share the pictures with you. So here are a few of my favorites from our wedding almost 7 years ago. Yes, I did the flowers myself (with generous support from my friends Antje Wood, Tricia Siudet and The Enchanted Florist, VA). All photos are by Lisa Boggs Photography, day of coordination by Kelly Cannon Events. The motorcycle is a Paul Smart Ducati and the cake is by Maggie Austin Cake.
Historic Meridian House Wedding
Last October, I had the pleasure of designing for a special couple who were married at the historic Meridian House designed by architect John Russell Pope. This weekend is Megan and Coult’s first anniversary and I wanted to take a moment to celebrate them. Looking back through the photos by Djenno Bacvic, it’s hard to find a frame where they aren’t smiling or laughing — and not just little smiles, we’re talking big smiles that go ear to ear.
Megan and Coult’s outdoor ceremony was full of white and peach flowers, including an all white chuppah accented with greenery.
What an entrance! The gardens at Meridian House are in bloom from April to October and provide the perfect setting for a wedding. Maria Canellis, Director of Events, is an expert at making private events and weddings magical.
There’s that big smile again.
Wedding Planner Molly Radigan was hard at work on all the details behind the scenes.
I like this bird’s eye view of the party in the linden grove. Catering by Natalie Walker, Event Coordinator for Well Dunn Catering.
Sparklers and one more big smile for the road.
Happy memories of a happy couple. Congratulations on your first anniversary!
Happy First Anniversary Claire and Brendan! All White Spring Wedding at the Sagamore Pendry in Baltimore
March is here and that means it’s time to wish Claire and Brendan a happy first anniversary. Their wedding was truly a dream - they are a gorgeous couple that complements each other in every way.
The Sagamore Pendry Hotel provided the perfect backdrop for this beautiful all white wedding planned by Tiffany Rivera of Simply Breathe Events. I also had the chance to work with the fabulous Maren White; Maren is now back in town as the Director of Catering and Special Events at The Conrad Washington, D.C.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
I love designing a show-stopping arrangement for the escort table. Claire and Brendan’s tall arrangement included white garden roses, hydrangea, orchids and white pear blossoms.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
Claire and Brendan’s soundtrack for the night was created by DJ Kelton Higgins. Check him out - he’s wonderful to work with and is getting married himself in just a few months.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
Claire carried a classic, all white rounded bouquet of David Austin Patience garden roses and peonies with just a hint of greenery. About half of my brides choose a classic style like this for their bouquet; the other half opt for something organic, wild and free flowing.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
Claire and Brendan were married under an all white floral chuppah.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
The couple chose tall, dramatic centerpieces to highlight the architecture of the ballroom at the Sagamore Pendry. As you can see, the centerpieces were on double duty for the wedding day - we used them for both the ceremony and the reception which is a great way to get more out of your wedding flowers.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
Pear blossoms and these little blue bird ornaments gave this late March wedding a unique spring feel. Happy March, Happy Spring! And Congratulations Claire and Brendan.
What Flowers Work Best at District Winery?
Featured in 2018-2019 Washingtonian Weddings Magazine!
Ceremony space photographed by Liz Fogarty
I think we can all agree that District Winery is one of the top five hottest wedding venues for 2019! With gorgeous views (and an even better event staff) I feel so lucky to have been invited by my bride Sam and her groom Damion to design for them at their June 8th, 2018 wedding. If you are into fitness, especially with the New Year approaching, you can follow them on instagram at @sammossfit and @dmossfitness
First look captured by Liz Fogarty
Originally, Sam was considering an asymmetrical hanging greenery installation for her ceremony, but ultimately decided to use the District Winery wine barrels. The wine barrels are great because they are sturdy platforms that support large arrangements with no surprises or worries about wind interference. For those of us working on rooftops, wind can be a really big deal and often spoils best laid designs. In addition, we lined the chair rows with boxes of greenery and delicate white flowers to help soften the modern ascetic and add a little romance. Looking at the photos by Liz Fogarty Photography you almost can't tell you are in the middle of downtown D.C.!
District Winery has your guests enter from the ground level, so it is helpful to have signs directing the way upstairs.
Invitations and paper goods by The Dandelion Patch
Part of the charm and appeal of District Winery is the modern industrial vibe complete with exposed steel beams and boards. From a floral perspective, the exposed beams and boards are fabulous because they make it easy to hang lightweight installations. Working with Natalie from Designed Perfectly Events, we hung two abstract greenery and flower focal pieces over each of the bars.
Ivy, plums and white roses was all it took to make something special and dramatic. Photo by Liz Fogarty
When District Winery opened, they had custom tables built to accommodate as many guests as possible and maintain the chic urban vibe. All the food is served family style and the tables are extremely narrow. As a result, fat centerpieces are out of the question unless they are tall with a very small footprint.
Broken garland is a popular choice among clients, but we opted for something a little more romantic. On each of the tables, we placed four groupings of tall stemmed glass floating candles with petite arrangements nestled to the sides.
Personally, I was treated so well at District Winery that I am excited to design for them anytime I can! Now enjoy a few more of Liz Fogarty's photos from Sam and Damion's wedding because they are too gorgeous not to share!
Dress Vera Wang and Peter Langner veil from Carine’s Bridal Atelier
Let's just say it, HOT! HOT! HOT! thanks to Susan Lim Hair and Makeup
The best part about designing the aisle greenery in a box was that they were easy to move and reuse for the reception. I didn't even have to stay to do this, Natalie and the venue took care of it!
A collaboration with Buttercream Bakery, Designed Perfectly Events and Moi, and, of course, photographed by Liz Fogarty Photos With music/entertainment by John Howard, A2Z Music Factory
Happy First Anniversary Claire and Brendan! All White Spring Wedding at the Sagamore Pendry in Baltimore
March is here and that means it’s time to wish Claire and Brendan a happy first anniversary. Their wedding was truly a dream - they are a gorgeous couple that complements each other in every way.
The Sagamore Pendry Hotel provided the perfect backdrop for this beautiful all white wedding planned by Tiffany Rivera of Simply Breathe Events. I also had the chance to work with the fabulous Maren White; Maren is now back in town as the Director of Catering and Special Events at The Conrad Washington, D.C.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
I love designing a show-stopping arrangement for the escort table. Claire and Brendan’s tall arrangement included white garden roses, hydrangea, orchids and white pear blossoms.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
Claire and Brendan’s soundtrack for the night was created by DJ Kelton Higgins. Check him out - he’s wonderful to work with and is getting married himself in just a few months.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
Claire carried a classic, all white rounded bouquet of David Austin Patience garden roses and peonies with just a hint of greenery. About half of my brides choose a classic style like this for their bouquet; the other half opt for something organic, wild and free flowing.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
Claire and Brendan were married under an all white floral chuppah.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
The couple chose tall, dramatic centerpieces to highlight the architecture of the ballroom at the Sagamore Pendry. As you can see, the centerpieces were on double duty for the wedding day - we used them for both the ceremony and the reception which is a great way to get more out of your wedding flowers.
Photos by Steve and Jane Pilkerton
Pear blossoms and these little blue bird ornaments gave this late March wedding a unique spring feel. Happy March, Happy Spring! And Congratulations Claire and Brendan.