A Classic Palm Beach Inspiration Shoot | The Colony Palm Beach
As a South Florida native, you may think that I would have grown tired of bright colors, bold patterns, and tropical details by now. To that I say, nope! There is something timeless and endlessly charming about Palm Beach. The Colony Hotel located on Palm Beach Island showcases all of it's whimsy and elegance in the perfect way.
When I first stepped foot in the Colony Palm Beach hotel I immediately thought: this is exactly where Cinderella would tie the knot if she chose a destination Florida wedding. It is classic and elegant, with a whole lot of whimsy. There are bold patterns and an eclectic mix of bright blues, corals, pinks and yellows that are splashed across every wall. Designing with the Colony in mind was a dream come true and allowed for us to pull in so many exciting colors, play with movement, and allow the grounds and the flowers to have a little mini love affair.
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Photography | Kir Tuben Photography
Floral Design, Vintage Rentals, and Event Design | Port + Palm Co.
Venue | The Colony Palm Beach
Cake | Johnson's Custom Cakes
Stationery | IBA Paper Goods
Rentals | Atlas Party Rentals
Planning | Wanderlust Wedding Co.
Gift Boxes | Gala Tuesday
Bridal Salon | Brittany Burns Bridal
Makeup | Eventful Looks
Ana + Jack | Jupiter Private Residence
I'll never forget setting up the day of Ana and Jack's wedding. I was sitting in the middle of the grassy lawn, applying aisle markers to their ceremony chairs, soaking in some sun rays and watching as her wedding team buzzed about setting up detail after detail. It was a day full of sweet little moments, team work, and gorgeous views that all ended with a beautiful and intimate party complete with Stella's in the bride and groom's hands on the dance floor.
There is an effortlessness to Ana and Jack. Jack is a classic Florida boy who could live in flip flops and t-shirts, while Ana has a clean and simple style that leaves you feeling like you could never look that elegant in white shorts and a tank top. They are relaxed, but particular and knew exactly what they were looking for when it came to the wedding's design and atmosphere. Ana didn't want anything to be too fussy. She didn't want details where they weren't needed, and wanted everything to feel personal, a bit whimsical, and a touch garden inspired. Their ceremony decor was light and ethereal, while the moodier reception centerpieces felt grounded, well-traveled and freshly gathered.
I'll never forget setting up the day of Ana and Jack's wedding. I was sitting in the middle of the grassy lawn, applying aisle markers to their ceremony chairs, soaking in some sun rays and watching as her wedding team buzzed about setting up detail after detail. It was a day full of sweet little moments, team work, and gorgeous views that all ended with a beautiful and intimate party complete with Stella's in the bride and groom's hands on the dance floor.
Photography | Kat Braman
Planning | Desiree Dawn Events
Floral Design | Port + Palm Co.
Paper Flowers | Hayley Sheldon
Lighting/Tent/Chair Rentals | Sperry Tents
Linens | La Tavola
Cake | Earth and Sugar
Petals + Paint | Social House Workshop
Petals + Paint holds a really special place in my heart. It's one of those things that can't happen without a few stars aligning and they have somehow managed to align over and over again. I can't imagine a better way to spend my wedding-free weekends, and I'm always so blown away by the incredible women who come out to enjoy a day of creating with me and Grace.
Petals + Paint holds a really special place in my heart. It's one of those things that can't happen without a few stars aligning and they have somehow managed to align over and over again. Walking into Social House on a Petals + Paint day is always so rewarding. To see a group of 24 eager to learn women dive their hands into a craft that is either new to them or something they've dabbled in over the years and keep coming back to, never grows old. Everyone has a different story and everyone leaves with a different arrangement and painting completely unique to their own creativity. I love sharing something I love with others, I love seeing my friend Grace float her paintbrush across the page, and Frankie dance around with her camera capturing sweet little moments happening all around Social House in that 3 hour period. It is a day that is full of laughs, a buzz of creativity, and the guest of honor: champagne.
Photography | Coco Prop Shop
Danae + Ricky | The Palms Hotel Miami
When you grow up in a small town, and then continue to live and work right down the street from that small town you're bound to eventually run into someone from high school - maybe even do the florals for their wedding. After a few emails back and forth, Danae and I eventually made the connection that we attended Atlantic High School together a few years back, which made designing for her and Ricky just that much more special and memorable.
When you grow up in a small town, and then continue to live and work right down the street from that small town you're bound to eventually run into someone from high school - maybe even do the florals for their wedding. After a few emails back and forth, Danae and I eventually made the connection that we attended Atlantic High School together a few years back, which made designing for her and Ricky just that much more special and memorable.
Danae wanted to make sure everything felt romantic with a garden inspired touch and a bit of an edge. We incorporated black ribbon in her bouquet, but kept everything very loose, organic, and texturally diverse. Vintage metal coupes were used on each reception table and set upon vintage metal and mirror trays. Champagne and ivory acted as the base colors, while pops of deep tones shone through with the use of anemones. In the end, everything felt true to them as a couple and their style. I loved seeing every detail of this wedding come together and know they both have many happy and loving years ahead of them.
Photography | Kristy & Vic Photography
Floral Design | Port + Palm Co.
Hair and Makeup | Marz Makeup and Hair
Venue | The Palms Hotel
Videography | Anchor Weddings
Cake | Edda's Cake Designs
Blanca + Ryan | Social House Wedding
Blanca and Ryan's wedding day was filled with so much dreamy romance. Social House was completely transformed from a coworking space to an elegant and whimsical reception for their closest friends and family. Blanca and Ryan wanted to keep things intimate and simple. We scattered small blush and white arrangements down two long rows of tables, created a whimsical vine wall behind their sweetheart table, and cafe lights were strung turning an inside space into a garden cafe.
Blanca and Ryan's wedding day was filled with so much dreamy romance. Social House was completely transformed from a coworking space to an elegant and whimsical reception for their closest friends and family. Blanca and Ryan wanted to keep things intimate and simple. We scattered small blush and white arrangements down two long rows of tables, created a whimsical vine wall behind their sweetheart table, and cafe lights were strung turning an inside space into a garden cafe.
Photography | Chantal Weddings
Floral Design | Port + Palm Co.
Planning | Desiree Dawn Events
Lighting | Sperry Tents
Rentals | Atlas
Catering | Hampton Forks
Cake | Earth and Sugar
Venue | Social House
Danielle + Kevin | Social House Wedding
Danielle wanted her wedding to feel organic and natural with moments of rich, deep blues incorporated throughout. We named their wedding's design "Untethered Romance" which allowed us to bring in lush and overgrown details, while still maintaining an elegant tone.
Danielle and Kevin are one of those couples that make you believe in love all over again. Before tying the knot, they had been together for close to 10 years but at first glance you may guess 10 months. They have a youthful love that is incredibly infectious and it filled the room the day of their wedding. Danielle wanted her wedding to feel organic and natural with moments of rich, deep blues incorporated throughout. We named their wedding's design "Untethered Romance" which allowed us to bring in lush and overgrown details, while still maintaining an elegant tone.
Danielle and Kevin not only found the design of their wedding to be important, but wanted to throw an incredible party for loved ones who had been a part of their love story over the years. It was a night full of laughs, dancing, good conversation and one of the best Best Man speeches I've ever heard. Everyone had their fair share of tears and laughs which is always such an incredible testament to the couple and the love shared.
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Photography | Erica J Photography
Floral + Event Design | Port + Palm Co.
Venue | Social House
Catering | Hampton Forks
Table Runner + Ribbon | Silk and Willow
Tent, Lighting, and Farm Tables | Sperry Tents
Rentals | Panache
Natural + Organic with Lovely Bride
Spring flowers have gained a bit of a bad reputation among brides looking for an edgier look. For this editorial shoot with Lovely Bride and Jeruv Garcia we were able to create a more textural bouquet that didn't feel too frilly or fluffy.
Spring flowers are my favorite, but they have gained a bit of a bad reputation among brides looking for an edgier look. For this editorial shoot with Lovely Bride and Jeruv Garcia, I wanted to highlight the gorgeous seasonal flowers available at the time and give them a bit of an edge. By incorporating less focal blooms and more branches, clustered blooms like lilac, and longer stems with flowers sprinkled and sprayed throughout, we were able to create a more textural bouquet that didn't feel too frilly or fluffy.
Kai Kai Farms Vow Renwal Inspiration
Pulling up to the sweetest farm and unloading buckets of flowers and branches into a breezy screened in pavilion is not the worst way to spend a Saturday. It is an uncharacteristically cool Florida afternoon, with no sign of storm clouds. For the next couple of hours we are able to design on a seculded farm not too far from home.
Can I describe my perfect day to you? It goes a little something like this: Exiting the highway and entering a long stretch of road flanked on either side by farm land that seems to go on for eternity. Pulling up to the sweetest farm and unloading buckets of flowers and branches into a breezy screened in pavilion. It is an uncharacteristically cool Florida afternoon, with no sign of storm clouds, and music is being excitedly played through various speakers. For the next couple of hours I'm installing branches and vines overhead, putting the final touches on a poppy-filled centerpiece, creating boutonnières with accents of broccoli flower, and filling vintage ceramic bud vases with textural bits such as astilbe and astrantia. The day is topped off with a little photo shoot and a delicious meal is served up as part of an on-going Farm Suppers series. Flowers, open air, a cool Florida afternoon, a gourmet meal, wine, and a full day shared with close friends. Yep, I'd say that perfectly describes a perfect day.
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Photography | Jessica Bordner Photography
Floral Design | Port + Palm Co.
Planning | Desiree Dawn Events
Venue | Kai Kai Farm
Tent, Chairs, Lighting | Sperry Tents
Linens, Glassware | Classic Party Rentals
Vintage Rentals | Port + Palm Co.
Music | Keith Michaud