Front entrance and doorway
Petal’s Edge Floral Design
The Inspiration
Front entrance and doorway
Designed by Herbert Browne and Arthur Little, CA. 1902-1905
The Flowers
Florist’s inspiration: Grand in its own way, the exterior of Anderson House is a study in light and dark. The pale stone contrasts with the darkness of the door, wrought iron around the exterior lights, and the window bar tracery above
the doorway. Shadow play is created in the spaces between the stones and moldings. The intent of our piece is to blend into the façade’s natural surroundings while simultaneously animating and extending the movement created by the shapes and textures already present. And in the same way that a building’s materials are in- tended to convey solidity and permanence, we used dried materials that add more permanence than typical floral elements which are more ephemeral.
Recipe: Natural pampas grass, bleached gypsophila, ruscus, amaranthus, fern, dried cattails
THE DESIGNER
Gerry Rogers
Petal’s Edge Floral Design
PHOTOGRAPHED BY
Tori Del Photography
Petal’s Edge Floral Design specializes in custom floral design for DC area weddings and events. An Alexandria and DC florist, we operate from our studio in Old Town Alexandria, VA.
With nearly 17 years under our belt, we excel in the planning and creativity necessary to bring style and panache to any event – no matter how big or how small. Under the creative direction of Gerry Rogers and a team of talented designers, Petal’s Edge has created unique designs for events as diverse as our clientele – from fresh and modern designs to classic and traditional events to quirky and unique arrangements. The company supports environmental practices, taking pains to compost and recycle renewable materials. We are an ardent supporter of marriage equality and embrace love in all its diversity.
In 2018, we established our shop, and have continued to expand our offerings for flowers for daily occasions – from birthdays and other celebrations and beyond. Our work has been featured in Washingtonian, Modern Luxury, Brides and many other wedding and event publications.
Tori Del is a fine art wedding film photographer who caters to the Washington D.C., Montgomery County Maryland, Arlington County Virginia area as well as destination locations.
She cultivates the art of your love story through a fine art perspective and provides an experience not just for your wedding day but throughout your wedding journey.
