Sunday, August 24, 2008

Weddings…Definitely One of My Favorite Things!

I’ve been so blessed this summer in my Wedding business. It’s truly a joy to be a Wedding Designer and work in tandem with my brides to make their perfect day a reality. I love their fresh ideas and use of colors. They don’t feel tied to the conservative traditions of yesterday, but free to maker their special day tailored to their own dreams.


The bright colors this bride chose were such a statement of her personality, such a sweet and sunny girl.
My Saturday wedding was both a décor and floral job. I love conceptualizing the event as a whole. Developing the atmosphere and flavor of the event. The colors were Ivory and Black with a classy elegant feel.

















A grand entrance greeted guests and set the stage for a special evening. We did a 12ft by 32 ft backdrop with black drapes and echoed it behind the dessert buffet in an 8ft by 40 ft backdrop.
















The rest of the ceiling and room was swaged with lights & tulle concluding in 12ft drops. I have to say, it was pretty stunning! My husband and I were invited to this wedding, so it was really fun to stand near the entrance and listen to the gasps and comments as people walked in the door. As a designer, I live for that!

As we were tearing down Saturday night, the Mother of the Bride asked me if I was happy how things had turned out? I answered her by asking, if she was happy with everything? Her reply was…“oh so happy”. Then, I exceeded my goal!
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19 comments:

  1. Carolee CraftsAugust 24, 2008 at 11:27 PM

    Wow, to be able to make a brides day so special and be able to recreate the thoughts of the bride you are very talented.

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  2. Angel Heart DesignsAugust 25, 2008 at 1:10 AM

    WOW! Eileen ..those pics are gorgeous...how much fun to be doing that..
    Thanks for sharing!

    Cindy :)

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  3. AnonymousAugust 25, 2008 at 1:29 AM

    Eileen

    I love the bouquet of flowers they are amazing.

    The black and champagne with those twinkling lights is over the top gorgeous.

    You did a fantastic job.

    Lisa
    www.palepinkandroses.com

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  4. AnonymousAugust 25, 2008 at 4:27 AM

    How spectacular is that! WOW! I would say that is a grand entrance!
    Susan *dutchrose*

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  5. Dianne LongAugust 25, 2008 at 5:31 AM

    WOW! I mean WOW! What a beautiful and dramatic design. Eileen this is truly breathtaking. I am sure the bride and groom and their parents and all the others were completely enchanted! This left me wanting to see many more photos of your work! Great job!

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  6. Janet L ChristianAugust 25, 2008 at 7:15 AM

    Wow, if I every get married again you are def doing my wedding. It was fabulous.

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  7. kath@retromantic antiquesAugust 25, 2008 at 7:57 AM

    I can see why you got gasps. So beautiful. I can't imagine how much work it was to set all that up.

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  8. gailAugust 25, 2008 at 8:19 AM

    Wow Eileen, this wedding was stunning. You did a fabulous job. I know you are going to be a huge success! Ilove the flower arrangement too. So pretty. Luv, gail

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  9. Francie...The Scented Cottage StudioAugust 25, 2008 at 8:56 AM

    Just beautiful! The last wedding I did the brides colors were yellow and black...I love the new palettes too!

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  10. Cottage FlairAugust 25, 2008 at 9:21 AM

    Beautiful!!!! I always loved the idea of being a wedding planner. It must be amazing (and stressful I'm sure).
    Jennifer

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  11. Noelle Garrett DesignsAugust 25, 2008 at 9:44 AM

    Eileen, My jaw hit the floor looking at those pictures. I am speechless. You are amazing! What a lucky bride and groom. You really do incredible work. Wow, I want to get married again. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
    Carrie

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  12. Michelle May-The Raspberry RabbitsAugust 25, 2008 at 10:22 AM

    Girlfriend those pictures were incredible. You should be very, very proud!!! The bouquet, the lights, the colors. Love it all. So elegant and original.
    Hugs,
    Michelle

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  13. Inka SmithAugust 25, 2008 at 12:14 PM

    Eileen,
    I can tell by your pics that you love your job. WOW!!! Awesome. Thanks for sharing
    Inka

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  14. DebAugust 25, 2008 at 2:30 PM

    What a beautiful wedding Eileen....you certainly did make it elegant!

    Pink hugs,
    Debbie

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  15. cathyAugust 25, 2008 at 4:46 PM

    Wow! You definitely out did yourself. impley gorgeous!

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  16. PatriciaAugust 25, 2008 at 4:51 PM

    That was amazing, quite the staging event, no wonder you were so tired after that. It is very sopisticated looking, but I have to tell you the colorful bouquet is what caught my fancy. Guess I'll never be a 'sophisticate'..
    Pat

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  17. SilenaAugust 25, 2008 at 5:19 PM

    Stunning, Eileen, absolutely stunning and I'll bet the pictures don't come close to how beautiful the setting was in person. Sounds like a lot of work, but I'll bet it is so very satisfying...you are truly an artist!!

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  18. SusieAugust 25, 2008 at 6:14 PM

    Wow Eileen! I am in awe of your talent. What a great business, making weddings so lovely. Where do you store everything? You almost make me want to get married again! :)
    Susie ~ The Polka Dot Rose

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  19. ColeenOctober 6, 2008 at 6:36 AM

    wow!! This is most awesome!!!! Where did this take place?? The transformation is incredible!

    Blessings,
    Coleen
    www.flickr.com/photos/weefae

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