Lindsey & Mitch

I loved working on this wedding with Lindsey (I know I say it a lot, but I really did!  I love my job and I love working with great brides!).  When we met for coffee early this summer, Lindsey had chosen classic black bridesmaid dresses.  She wanted deep reds and crimsons for her flowers, but feared it might look too dark. I suggested she use black and white damask runners.  She bought these beautiful runners from Etsy, one of my favorite online stores that specializes in unique and handmade products great for wedding use!  The damask pattern then became a running theme, used on the guest book table and on her escort cards.  We also added a "pop" of chartreuse green to add some color. The result: Classic and Glamourous!  Congrats Lindsey & Mitch!

A special thanks to Merissa Pratt for the beautiful photos.  Look forward to working together again, Merissa!

Florals: Cori Cook Floral Design

Photography: Merissa Pratt

Venue: The Denver Botanic Gardens

 

 

Venue Spotlight: The Artwork Network

This weekend I had the privilege collaborating on a photo shoot for the Artwork Network.  The Artwork Network is an up-and-coming wedding venue in the Denver area.  Its urban-lofty feel, beautiful wood flooring, brick walls, and gorgeous art makes it the perfect place for a wedding ceremony or reception.  Below are a few pictures from the shoot from my faithful friend, David Gaston of Gaston Photography.  If you are a bride in the area, you should definiately check both the venue and photographer out---you won't be disappointed!

I created the bouquet and a couple submerged orchid centerpieces for the photo shoot.  We used a lot of texture for the bouquet including pods, artichokes, and melt-my-heart Juliet Garden Roses (I am obviously on a lasting kick with garden roses).  Ahhh---enjoy these lovely photos and let me know what you think of this new venue!

Thanks first and foremost to Gaston Photography for the sharing these gorgeous images.  Thanks also to Ken from The Artwork Network, and of course, to our beautiful model, Jenny!

Ashley & Matt's Wedding

I am in love with these photos. I cannot say enough about how fun it was to be a part of this wedding. I got to work with my cousin-to-be and in the process made a really great friendship with her! Ashley had BIG vision for her wedding flowers (a quality that compliments my style!) She choose pale yellow bridesmaid dresses with plum colored flowers for "pop." Ashley loves orchids so we made sure to use them in many forms in her bouquets, the bridesmaid bouquets, her arch, centerpieces, buffet displays, escort cards...you name it and there was probably an orchid in it (:

Other favs about the wedding include: their custom written wedding vows, tables named after mountain towns, the bridal party first dance (which was a choreographed number to "Soilder Boy"), and their photographer, Karina Henghan! Karina is both fun and professional and let's be honest, she is a killer photographer! Just look at these shots! Another great vendor at this wedding was Continental Divine! Their catering is amazing. They have a great staff that are efficient, friendly, and helpful! Ashley and Matt's wedding was planned to the tee with tray passed appetizers (And who can pass up their famous "frickles?"), carving stations, and a kids buffet!

Photography compliments of Karina Heneghan.