The beauty of Japanese gardens in springtime was the inspiration for this wedding design at Carneros Resort and Spa in Napa Valley, California — one of my favorite Bay Area venues! From the Ikebana-inspired tablescape to the interactive escort display designed to take guests on a walk through a Japanese garden, each moment transports us to another place.
Read MoreA last-minute change of plans turned into a dream come true elopement at Harvest Inn in Napa. Sweeping vineyard views, stately redwood trees, and a romantic string-lit patio made for a classic-meets-glam-meets-modern 10 person wedding.
Read MoreWhen this couple's destination wedding in Tuscany was derailed, they pivoted to an intimate backyard wedding inspired by...you guessed it, Tuscany! A lush color palette complemented this autumnal wedding perfectly.
Read MoreA contemporary take on autumn for Jordyn + Nik’s San Francisco doorstep elopement.
Read MoreBritney and Tyler’s intimate elopement celebration takes ‘picnic’ to the next level. Read on for some of my favorite moments!
Read MoreParis meets California for this autumn wedding at the iconic Filoli Gardens.
Read MoreIf you find yourself reworking your wedding vision due to COVID-19, I’m here to say that regardless of your Plan B or C, you can *still* accomplish a killer sense of style for your reinvented wedding day. In this post I share ideas for how to do this — from setting the tone early on, to experiential floral designs, to a memorable tablescape for you and your guests. Plus, a link to the full feature in Martha Stewart Weddings for more inspiration and planning tips.
Read MoreNewly engaged or planning a wedding!? A moodboard is the #1 tool for drawing inspiration and clearly communicating your wedding style to vendors. This in turn allows your vendors to collaborate to bring your wedding day vision to life! Here are 7 quick tips that will help you create a curated moodboard for your wedding and get you closer to that vision.
Read MoreToday on the blog I have Alysa Monét of by Alysa Monét & Co. Not only is she the owner and lead designer of her planning company, but she’s also a mental health practitioner. I have loved hearing her speak so passionately about her work in the field, and how she works closely with couples to help them remain present, stress-free, and excited throughout their entire planning process.
In today’s post, Alysa is sharing with us strategies to stay grounded right now, how to elevate your wedding design *and* incorporate sustainability with a smaller wedding, her #1 tip for how to prioritize your wedding budget, and so many more goodies you'll just have to read on to find out! Enjoy!
Read MoreToday on the blog we have the amazing Lea Stafford of Lea Stafford Events, sharing with us more about the inspiration and mission behind Ethos West Collective, her hopes for the future of weddings and events, some of her favorite Black-owned businesses, and a sneak peek into the future of her business.
Read MoreWhen it comes to the “behind the scenes” of my business, I’m an open book. So today on the blog I’m sharing more about a specific investment I made this year, my learnings (and fears and mistakes) around education in this industry, plus my suggestion for those weighing investments for yourself or your business.
Read MoreToday on the blog we have a Q & A with Elise Brannan of Brannan Events & Design. In this post she’s sharing ways your wedding planning can be impactful to both your community and the environment.
Read MoreDespite a pandemic, couples are finding new ways to celebrate their love in ways that fit their styles best. Read on as we hear from some of our favorite professionals in the Bay Area to bring you LOTS of inspiration plus HOW-TO TIPS for adapting your Bay Area celebration in meaningful ways.
Read MoreDreaming up a distant celebration once things are back to normal? Here’s a list of some of the best spots in San Francisco for private events AND ways to support them through this time. Whether it be an intimate wedding, anniversary party, City Hall elopement celebration, or wedding rehearsal dinner you’re planning, you won’t go wrong choosing any of these.
Read MoreFrom day one of planning, Eliza and Ryland set out to create a memorable experience for their guests. And they wanted the floral concept to play a leading role. Read more about their autumn wedding at San Francisco’s historic Great American Music Hall.
Read MoreWhen I was planning my own wedding, I had a lot of questions floating around in my head about the process of working with a floral designer. In this post I share the ways in which I typically work with my wedding clients, to help you understand what the planning process might look like for you. I hope you find it helpful!
Read MoreOften times, planning a wedding is the first introduction to flowers for many people. It’s all one big learning process, and finding a florist can seem so daunting. Here are some tips on ways to navigate your own search for your wedding florist.
Read MoreI recently had the privilege of collaborating with a talented group of vendors on a fall-inspired shoot. And I’m REALLY excited to share that it’s been featured on Green Wedding Shoes! In addition to the photos so beautifully captured by Sarah Eichstedt, I figured I’d share a bit below about what went into the floral design for this shoot.
Read MoreA note to my husband Marc, on the eve of our one year anniversary. These selects are among my favorite moments from just one year ago.
Read MoreBryn Athyn, Pennsylvania | October 19, 2018
This section of my website is reserved for my clients, their days, their flowers. So to be honest, I feel real weird writing about my own wedding here. But now that our one year wedding anniversary has arrived, why the heck not? Here you have it, some snippets from the day Marc and I will never forget.
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