More often than not, our couples have a special place in their heart for their 'furry friends' (aka kids to a lot of them). Their pets are as much a part of their family as anyone else. Depending on where we are working, there are different guidelines on how these four-legged friends can be involved in the big day.

Over the years, we have had many different requests - floral collars, floral necklaces, flowers for a little red wagon their pups can sit in. We have had some fun with these requests. Often times, churches and/or hotels won't allow pets on the premises. When that's the case, our couples rely on their planners to have the pets on hand for a photo op after the ceremony and on their way to the reception.

A few times over the past few years, we've had couples who were having destination weddings and bringing their furry companions just wasn't an option. We've had brides contact us to recreate their beloved pet out of flowers. Talk about FUN. It's a lot of work to get them to look just right, but we love a challenge. Seeing the couple's face when the 'dog' is revealed is well worth the cuts and scrapes from moulding just the right features out of wire, foam, and blooms.

To get more creative ways to incorporate your animals, check out this recent article in the Nantucket Independent.

Here are some of our favorites from past seasons.
Cheers,
Dawn


photo by Claudia Kronenberg Photography




photo by Claudia Kronenberg

Labels: flowers, pets, reception, wedding ceremony

At this time of year, many couples are newly engaged and jumping right in to the details of the big day. Whenever I meet with a client, one of the first questions I ask is 'Do you have the bridesmaid's dresses picked out?" - believe it or not, this really helps drive the final color scheme and sets the tone for the formality of your event.

Pantone has picked their color of the year as Turquoise. I was a bit taken aback by this. I feel like we have seen a lot of turquoise already in the past two years. From table linens to dresses, it has definitely been present. It's safe to say it is not going anywhere anytime soon. In recent years, I've seen it paired with lots of bright, cheery yellows and white to smooth it all out. This year, brides are being a little more daring and I think this next color combination has a lot of potential for a wedding any time of year. Think tomato red, turquoise, and apple green! As long as you keep the colors in the same saturation you can't go wrong (don't mix a pastel with a bright color for this - it won't look good!.

Think turquoise for your vases, table linens,napkins, or even napkin rings.


The red and green can certainly come from Mother Nature - anemones, roses, natural greens, mosses, granny smith apples - the possibilities are endless. I'm a huge fan of using color. Color evokes emotion and when your guests walk in to the reception, you are sure to make mouth's drop.

photo by Claudia Kronenberg Photography

Labels: color trends, event design, flowers

It's no secret I'm a lover of all things PINK. In honor of Cupid, we put together some of our all time favorite pink designs. Here's hoping you get whatever it is you are wishing for this Valentine's Day!




Cheers,
Dawn

Labels: bouquets, centerpieces, flowers

We had some incredible weddings and met some amazing people in 2009. As we take a look back on our year, we picked out a few of our favorite things....Happy New Year everyone!
Cheers,
Dawn

Labels: brides, flowers, weddings

Cailin and John live across the pond and had their nuptials at the White Elephant this fall. I was so excited when Cailin told me her color pallete. A rich, fall-inspired look with burnt oranges, eggplant, and burgundy.

You can see from this photo that Cailin decided to carry a lush, colorful bouquet down the aisle. The colors contrasted perfectly with her dress. Don't you just love the colored heels she wore!



The ceremony took place outside under a nature inspired trellis. Using items that are in season can really add to your look. Trying to do this in the middle of summer just would not have worked. How in love are these two? The emotion on Cailin's face is so touching.


This next photo is one of my favorite's of the season - the light is amazing. Claudia Kronenberg was the brilliant photographer behind these images, and she always captures just the right moments. Thanks for sharing these with us Claudia, and thank you Cailin and John for letting us be a part of your special day!

Labels: flowers, nantucket weddings