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Virginia offers an unmatched variety of unique wedding venues, blending historic architecture, refined estates, and breathtaking countryside landscapes. From Charlottesville vineyard weddings to Northern Virginia estate celebrations and Richmond’s historic properties, couples planning a Virginia wedding are spoiled with options that feel both timeless and distinctive. As a Virginia wedding florist specializing in estate and […]

Florals are often the poetic thread woven throughout a wedding, with the colors, textures, and fragrances all shaping the atmosphere. But what does it actually cost to create the ideal floral design for your wedding?  In this post, I uncover the numbers, nuances, and real-world examples behind the average cost of wedding flowers so you […]

There is something extraordinarily special about watching your love story blossom long after the wedding day. That’s why I’m so excited to share what I’ve quietly been creating behind the scenes: complimentary heirloom bouquets for previous wedding couples.  Which means that, yes, if you’ve been one of my wedding couples, this absolutely applies to you! […]

There is something undeniably cinematic about a wedding at the Estate at River Run. Overlooking the James River, this award-winning Georgian Revival mansion sets the stage for a spring celebration steeped in elegance, romance, and thoughtful design.  Setting the scene: The Estate at River Run wedding This 22,000-square-foot mansion welcomes guests with a grand marble […]

Mount Ida Farm weddings have a way of feeling both expansive and intimate, and this celebration captures that contrast perfectly. Set against Charlottesville’s iconic Blue Ridge backdrop, the day embraced a clean, all-white floral palette layered with soft textures and gentle movement. Paired with the venue’s sweeping vineyard views and subtly glamorous touches, the entire […]

I met Abigail and Jace in 2023 during a styled engagement shoot with Zoe Evans Photography. They had just gotten engaged, we were outside in between blooming crepe myrtles, laughing through the shoot, and they were GLOWING with that genuine love and chemistry that speaks through the photos. I remember thinking: these two are magic. […]

If you’ve ever been to Mount Ida Farm, you know the drive in already feels like a love story. Winding past scenic vineyards, with the mountains slowly coming into view- it’s one of my absolute favorite Charlottesville wedding venues for a reason. There’s just something about it that feels both expansive and intimate all at […]

Step into a world of dreamy florals and creative inspiration with this Monet-inspired wedding editorial at The Estate at River Run in Virginia. This project was such a fun one for me to work on, and it’s all about capturing the feeling of Monet’s famous gardens and water lilies—basically, the ultimate romantic vibe. Monet once […]

One of the most inspiring parts of participating in styled shoots is the opportunity to step outside of your comfort zone as a floral designer. When I was invited to create the florals for a Styled Shoots Across America collaboration at the stunning Great Marsh Estate in Virginia, I knew it was time to embrace […]

This May, I had the absolute joy of designing the florals for a truly enchanting wedding at Historic Tuckahoe in Virginia. The picturesque garden, lined with crepe myrtles, provided an intimate and romantic backdrop for Shelley and Gilles’ special day. It was the kind of setting that dreams are made of, perfect for any couple […]