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Insider’s Guide: May Bernhardt

NoVA notables share their fashion forward advice on how to lead a stylish life.

May Bernhardt
May Bernhardt, Mayflowers
Photo by Christin Boggs Peyper

May Bernhardt has been the go-to florist for many a NoVA bride and groom over the years. For more than three decades, she’s designed wedding flowers and floral installations for a range of personal and corporate clients at her studio, Mayflowers, in Reston Town Center. In September, Bernhardt opened her second store in McLean. Here, she shares her style secrets.

Beauty Product Must
Rosewater skin spray It helps me keep a fresh and hydrated look, especially when I’m tired!

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Mario Badescu, Rose Water
Photo courtesy of BlueMercury.

Favorite Beauty Spot
Elizabeth Arden for facials. They’re a leader in the industry and I get great results.

The Red Door, Elizabeth Arden
Courtesy of Elizabeth Arden
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Favorite Places to Take Out-of-Towners
Wolf Trap and Riverbend Park in Great Falls.

On Friday nights, you’ll find me …
I live in a high-rise in Reston and my favorite spot is the penthouse of the building, overlooking the Metro area during a brilliant sunset with a lovely glass of wine.

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Style Philosophy
I dress in simple, classic designs with minimal jewelry.

Go-to Shops
I love J. Mclaughlin, South Moon Under and Lululemon. Together they cover the classic, casual and active parts of my life!

J.Mclaughlin
Photos courtesy of J.Mclaughlin
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