Going Green

Ways to Go Green:

• Line your ceremony aisle with pots of living plants. You can either use them later in your own garden or home, or give them as gifts to your wedding party.
• Choose a caterer that uses seasonal, local and organic ingredients.
• Cover your tables with vintage linens. Search for them at antique shops and flea markets, or Ebay.
• Beautiful little cakes can do double-duty as centerpieces, either on their own or surrounded by small floral arrangements. 
• Send your guests invitations that will grow! Round Robin Press makes invitations from organic cotton, with wildflower seeds embedded in the paper. Your guests can plant the invitation and think of you when flowers pop up!
• Wear an heirloom dress. If your grandmother, mother, sister or aunt still has her wedding dress, have it altered to fit you. Or, you can have a seamstress or tailor incorporate details from the antique dress into a custom dress for you: lace trim, buttons, etc. 
• When you think green for decorations don't limit yourself  with only non-floral decorations. Choose a floral designer who uses organic local, seasonal, sustainable grown flowers.
• Vintage is green, and that goes for jewelry, also. This stunning art deco ring is an amazing example. 

Springtime in the country

Wine and Indigo

Deep dark red wine, pale rose and a undercurrent of indigo. Mysterious and romantic perfect for a late evening summer wedding.

Iris, Lavender and Wedgewood blue

The beautiful combination of Wedgwood blue and white has been around since 1759, well, forever.  But paired with Irises, it takes on a whole new romantic and sweet feel! This next board is so dreamy. The 
lavender is undeniably feminine and is beautifully offset by the masculine tone of the china, gorgeous!

Floral Trend - Bridesmaids Bouquets

One of the hottest floral trends currently is to have bridesmaids bouquets that aren't matchy- matchy.  Have combinations of similar flowers or completely different bouquets that just share the same color scheme, shape and size. It allows for some individuality and interest.

Stylish Sunday - beyond chair covers

For that magical night to rise at your expectations, there are so many details that must not be overlooked. The interior decoration  is essential for tying the entire mood of the event together.

Springtime Daffodil and Lily of the Valley Wedding

Spring is a beautiful time of year to get married; the temperature is warmer, the colors are natural, flowers are blooming, and fresh fruit is in season.

Fuchsia Wedding

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Poppies and Peaches

An unexpected spicy twist on traditional wedding colors.

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Black and Ivory Wedding

Cool, confident, elegant and timeless.

Stylish Sunday - Flower Girl Wreaths

Flower wreath delight girls of all ages. Whimsical and romantic, they are the perfect addition for your flower girl. 

Pale Blue and Purple Wedding

Perfect for either a beach wedding or a snow white winter wedding.

Current Obsession - Nosegay Bouquets

A nosegay is one of the most important types of flower arrangement used to celebrate special occasions. This type of floral arrangement came into existence in the 14^th century, when people worn flowers around the head or body to mask their unpleasant smell. Hence, the name nosegay that means to keep the nose happy. However, they became more popular during the time of Queen Victoria, from mid-18^th century. Each of the flowers in a nosegay bouquet has a specific meaning such as lily stands for happiness and purity, roses signifies love and ivy represents fidelity. The original size of a nosegay is small, about 6-inch. 

For a smaller bouquet be sure to pick unusual elegant flowers; think of each flower of an exquisite jewel. Group them in lush arrangements and showcase their wealth of details.A bride who wishes to carry a clutch of such treasures has many options: choose flowers that are small in nature, such as lily-of-the-valley; blooms that come in miniature versions, such as daffodils, roses, and irises; or florets cut from larger flowers, such as hyacinth.

Golden Olive

Tiffany Blue Wedding

When using Tiffany blue as your wedding color I recommend adding a bit of glitz.  In the gown, for instance, add embroidery in gown in gold, platinum metal or silver threads or with crystal embellishments. You can also use crystals on the invitations and barrettes or bouquet picks for the bridesmaids. Or what about the entire handle of your bridal bouquet covered in crystal. For those among who may not have a Swarovski budget an elegant all-blue bouquet to contrast with a white gown looks stunning, as does an all-white arrangement.  Calla lilies are always gorgeous, and if you want a more fragrant, luxurious flower, consider magnolias.  Their very dark green leaves provide excellent contrast to the cool blue.  Many brides opt for classic roses in whites, ivories, and creams. You can insert crystal picks into you bouquet for that hint of glamor, and tie with a Tiffany blue sash for white flowers.  Bridesmaids can carry miniatures of the bridal bouquet or mirror opposites.  A complementing pocket square will look great on the groomsmen.

For a true Tiffany wedding, your reception can be a celebration of crystal – chandeliers, crystal votive candles on the tables, beautiful crystal or sterling silver candelabras, sterling silver flatware, scattered crystals and pearls adorning your tables all create the stunning, luxurious wedding. On your cake, forget flowers and ask for fondant bows, diamonds, or circles for a more chic appearance.  

Cranberry and Plum

Cranberry & plum are simply two colors that I would never have expected to like together. That's why when I got the request to pair these two together again, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to get to work. The bride wrote to me and told me her style is more traditional than contemporary. So I started with classic lines and Southern charm. Details like a signature cranberry cocktails set the tone for this classic evening. Bridesmaids would wear shades of cranberry and plum while groomsmen are styled to coordinate in shades of plum shirts.


Details that stand out to me on this board are the overflowing crystal vases full of deep cranberry roses and the exotic feel of branches dripping in flowers and crystals. The regal vibe of this wedding is one that guests truly appreciated and would remember for years to come.

Plum and Nude Wedding

Deep rich purples are a big trend again this year and I love when it is paired with more unusual neutrals. Nude is 
a more modern and  interesting neutral, and it is perfect for a summer or early fall wedding.

Crimson and Aqua

Hot and cold, fun and sophisticated the perfect match.

Burlap and Tulle Wedding

Stylish Sunday - Viva la France

It is no secret that I'm a Europhile. I love the history, the sophistication and the romance and pre-revolutionary France is one of my favorite times in European history. Imagine courtiers in their finest silks at the King's marriage. I picture pale greens, blues and pinks. Mercury glass vases, elaborate china, silver candelabras and thousands of flowers. 

Aqua and Black

Regal, sophisticated and refined.

Slate, Emerald and Ivory

Over the top elegance and formal glamor.

Cranberry and Pink wedding

This sweet and playful duo is still one of my absolute favorite color combinations.