Rachel and Lee planned their Eastern Shore Wedding from their home in NYC.  Rachel had a clear vision of a Spanish style vineyard wedding with touches of fresh Olive branches incorporated in many of the details of their wedding. In particular, Rachel’s bouquet was made from the branches of Olive trees and accented with Baby […]

A sophisticated white-tie wedding at the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, D.C., featuring a dramatic 26-foot floral arch covered in lush smilax and approximately 500 white roses and spray roses. Floral design by Petals & Promises.

Reaganne and Phillip’s stunning wedding in the Virginia countryside of Middleburg, Va was the perfect fall day!  The ceremony, which included 6 little flower girls, cocktail hour poolside, and the reception under a Sail Cloth Tent was full of stunning details.  Although they kept their original date the guest list of 150 was pared down […]

This shoot was inspired by the work of Annapolis-based artist Kim Hovell to inspire the bride who loves the shore.  As a lifelong Maryland native, Kim’s strong connection to the Chesapeake Bay and her love of the eastern shore lifestyle provide the foundation for her artwork! Kim Hovell is primarily known for her oyster paintings […]

I have always had a strong interest in Historic Preservation so when Manda Weaver of Amanda Weaver Photography inquired if I was available to design at the Teackle Mansion in Princess Ann, Maryland on the Eastern Shore, I was all in!!  The Teackle Mansion, a historic U.S. Mansion, was built between 1802 to 1819 and […]

A mountain wedding at ThorpeWood in Western Maryland, featuring a ceremony at the Pine Cathedral and natural wedding flowers inspired by the surrounding Catoctin Mountains. Floral design by Petals and Promises.

French for “buttonhole” the Boutonniere has a long history through the ages, but is now a staple of the floral design for modern weddings. When one thinks of a flowers for a wedding, the bridal bouquet immediately comes to mind.  There is a lot of focus on the colors, style, and type of blooms that […]

A vibrant autumn wedding at 1757 Golf Club in Dulles, Virginia, featuring rich fall wedding flowers, a dramatic floral ceremony arch, and seasonal maple branches in shades of gold, red and orange. Floral design by Petals & Promises.

A romantic military wedding at The Oaks Waterfront Inn in Easton, Maryland, featuring blush and lavender wedding flowers, a traditional saber arch and a waterfront reception on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Floral design by Petals and Promises.

Couples preparing for their wedding will need to make multiple decisions regarding their wedding day and the choices and options may seem overwhelming.  We suggest an initial consultation after your venue has been chosen and advise as early as 9-12 months in advance for busy months such as May, June, September, and October.  We generally […]