Sunday Morning

I had to check the clock first as soon as I typed the title to see if it was indeed still morning. It is.. for another thirty minutes. Russ just went to return his way-too big Tonka toy of a truck that was a loaner since his is in the shop, but man, it could haul three weddings worth of rentals I'm pretty certain.

Thinking about this odd-in-between weather here in Savannah where Summer and Fall are arm wrestling and neither one seems to have the upper hand.

We're ready for a mountain trip, crisp apples and funky colored gourds and crunchy leaves.. We need a little trip.

The photo above was from an autumnal, colorful photoshoot we did with Mackensey Alexander and Ivory + Beau last year.. It captures the mood I'm in this cloudy, restful Sunday.

Railroad Museum Revisited: Courtney + Harry

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LOVED creating for this bride and groom! And what a great team to work with: 

Photography: Rachel Browne
Ceremony + Reception: Roundhouse Railroad Museum
Planner: Simply Savannah Events
Vintage Photobooth: Obscura Photoworks
Catering: Creative Catering
Cakes: Rum Runners

A Beautiful Rainy Day Wedding in Savannah

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Today was a beautiful day for a wedding here in Savannah at the lovely Savannah College of Art & Design's Magnolia Hall. A rainy wedding makes for a sunny marriage. And much congratulations to Nicola + Robert. 

I loved the little bay window alcove area that looked onto the courtyard. It was the perfect setting for an organic arrangement that fit perfectly atop my little hallway table.  Queen Anne's Lace, quicksand roses, coin eucalyptus, champagne spray roses, astrantia, white hypericum and some blushy white astilbe, white patience david austin roses, and dusty miller, were a few of the flowers that went into the arrangements.  

Flower Crush: Saipua

 
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So, back in the old days when I worked as the lifestyle editor for a humble-sized newspaper in Ohio, I had the joy of creating daily columns based on several interests that appealed to many of the township's readers. As part of my New Year's Resolutions, writing in my blog needs to appeal to me as much as it does to you, my dear reader. 

All this to say, I'd love to have each day (let's say four days) of the week be dedicated to something new and interesting in the world of flora and design.  One of these days, I believe, will be dedicated to my flower crushes- my fellow floral designers that keep me ooohing and aaaaahhing over the beautiful world of flowers I'm SO blessed to work in each day.

Many of you are familiar with Sarah over at Saipua in Brooklyn. Not only is she a brilliant designer, but she's a ridiculous (that's a compliment) photographer and Rembrandt would have been proud. Above are a few of her arrangements for you to ogle. Please be sure to wipe up the drool from your keyboard when you're through :) 

Merri-MINT 2013

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2013 brings with it the promise of mint as a beautiful base color for dresses, vases and any other wedding decor one can think of.

I adore this all mint bouquet  made with airplants, succulents, seeded eucalyptus and hydrangea- ooh!! I would love to create this for a bride or her bridesmaids this year!

2012 Popular Trends Revisited

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As we approach the end of the year, it's fun to look back and see what our brides were consistently attracted to in terms of color and design. The truth is that here in Savannah, Charleston and the Low Country, southern vintage charm will always reign. Blushes, grays, spanish moss, mason jars, burlap, lace, sweet tea, cotton and peaches always make for a comforting, beautiful combination.

New Year's Resolutions

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And so another year rolls up before us. I'm blushing to see my last entry was in June. Hence, "New Year's Resolutions". I shall not set myself up for failure by promising to write everyday. On the contrary, several times a month might be more realistic. Thus far, most of my posts have been highlights of our beautiful brides and their lovely weddings, but with Pinterest visually taking us over by storm, there's simply so much eye candy to share and chat about. Speaking of resolutions, the Knot has some fun ones for you brides to be.

Are those resolutions tucked into a bridal bouquet? Close- they're love letters! My brilliant bride Kellie, made origami flowers out of her beloved's missives and we fashioned them into an amazing bouquet- talk about teamwork! I love it when brides think out of the box :)

Thank you to each of you: brides, families and vendors who made 2012 a tremendous joy and a Happy 2013 to come!

A Woodsy June Affair

********* What a lovely pair! Jessica & Tim, both SCAD Photography graduates, celebrated their nuptials at the historic Ships of the Sea Museum paying homage to her family's naval past. The green ferns, succulents and purplish florals were the perfect cooling touch to a warm Savannah Saturday. Adding to the memories were the bride's family's collection of silver that were staggered in vignettes throughout the tables. Ever the artists, Jessica and Tim created gorgeous laser cut chandeliers and hanging embroidery hoops fitted with lace. Burlap runners trimmed with lace and delicate glass candlesticks and votives, mason jars for drinking tied the vintage affair together and a wonderful time was had by all. {photos: Molly Joseph Photography}

Saturday Wedding Preview

Springtime Wish: Yellows + Robin's Egg Blue

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It looks like another cold front is coming in, but we enjoyed some beautiful balmy weather here in Savannah yesterday. Now mind you, as a native New Yorker and a gal who spent quite a few bitter winters in college in Ohio, I am not complaining. January in Georgia this year (so far) has been quite mild. But we all still have spring on the brain.

Lemony, buttery yellows with the still pale blue evoke sunny blue, warm skies; early spring fades into summer. Last night the gals from Posh Petals and Pearls and I, enjoyed the festivities and set up a vignette at Brockington Hall for the bridal show: Bustles and Badges.

It's raining today but we're excited for our photo shoot tomorrow at Bonaventure with Scott and Melissa of Scott Hopkins Photography. We'll keep you posted.

Update: It was windy, but Scott and Melissa, with cameras ready, shot away.  Starting at Bonaventure we moved to catch the light towards Tybee along the bike trail. They did an amazing job!