A Late Fall Wedding at The Perry Belmont House in Washington, D.C.

For this couple—deeply connected to the art world—the venue needed to speak to both aesthetic pedigree and personal resonance. We explored everything from avant-garde parking garages to storied European landmarks, but ultimately landed on the Perry Belmont House in Washington, D.C.—a jewel of European architecture with interiors that felt as opulent as a Parisian salon. With just two and a half months to plan, we created an intimate fall celebration for 50 of their closest friends: elegant, refined, and rooted in old-world charm.

Creams, blushes, and deep plums softened the grandeur of the historic interiors, but the true twist came late in the process: an homage to Annabel’s of London. What was meant to be a low-key after-dinner lounge became a moody, red-on-red surprise—revealed only once dinner was underway. Every detail was saturated in crimson—from florals to lighting to velvet lounges—and the transformation sparked a full-on dance party no one expected. A study in contrast: restrained elegance turned unabashed revelry.

Photography — Elizabeth Austin Photography
Planning & Design — The Nouveau Romantics
Venue — The Perry Belmont House
Florals — Springvale Florals