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 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 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 MoreA roundup of my favorite unexpected and overlooked wedding flowers for the winter season.
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 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 MoreI’d like to share with you a part of my creative process that I’ve found really helpful, especially in the past few weeks: vision boarding. Vision boarding is a tool I’ve implemented both in my personal life and in my business. Here’s what you’ll find in this post:
The truth about vision boards
Step-by-step instructions to create an effective vision board
3 real life examples of vision boards I’ve created
When Maxine’s family initially reached out to me in search of a floral designer for a dinner they were hosting, I had this strange feeling that I was meant to support them in some way. And then I read Maxine’s story, which hit so close to home for me.
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 MoreAt times, starting my own floral design business in San Francisco has felt like one giant leap. But really, it’s been many baby steps. My hope is that by being transparent about my story, I can help inspire someone else to take a small step in the direction of their dreams. From booking my first clients, to quitting my 9-5 job, and all the steps in between — read on to see how I did it.
Read MoreSteph wanted to incorporate modern minimalism into the flowery elements found throughout the Conservatory of Flowers to create a sophisticated dinner party setting for her guests.
Read MoreFor Lauren & Andres’ wedding at 25 Lusk, we drew inspiration from Japanese ikebana, minimalism, and bold architecture. Lauren’s hope was to use floral design to create impactful moments for her wedding guests. We focused her budget on one big ‘wow’ factor: a suspended installation piece for their ceremony.
Read MorePaul and Chen married at San Francisco’s City Hall on a sunny Spring morning. From there, they headed to lunch to celebrate with 20 of their closest friends. What a way to start a weekend.
Read MoreMeagan and Kyle got married on the Mayer’s Balcony of San Francisco’s City Hall, quietly, with family by their sides. Then they threw a big ole party at Foreign Cinema to celebrate. The day was a true reflection of the bride and groom: relaxed, contemporary, and fun.
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