Ah looking at these gorgeous images from the talented Pamela Scott takes me back to the beautiful wedding of Denise and Tim. The wedding graced the latest Ceremony Magazine 2012. Three page spread showcasing the whimsical and romantic ceremony at the Japanese Friendship Garden. We were in Peony and Orchid heaven. Hundreds of the lovely […]
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March 21, 2012
September 12, 2011
This wedding was Glamorous with a capital ‘G’! Sure to tantalize and feast your eyes. The grand ballroom at the Hotel Del Coronado was transformed into a floral paradise decked out with hundreds of luxurious white phalaenopsis orchids and other beautiful white blooms. Drawing from the tiffany blue and white theme, the ballroom was lit […]
July 22, 2011
If you ever wonder what a romantic, intimate and full of delicious details would look like, here it is! We are so honored to be a part of Denise and Tim’s gorgeous wedding. After choosing San Diego and La Jolla to host their destination wedding, this lovely couple invited their close family to join them […]
June 27, 2011
Remember those times when you were a little girl and would try on your mother’s clothes? I’d feel instant glamour as soon as I donned my mom’s oversized clip-on earrings and swung around her purses. Here are some flower girl purses that we made recently for a luxurious wedding. Seeing her daughters prance around feeling […]
March 14, 2011
San Diego experienced its first white Winter at the historic US Grant Bridal Show. Inspired by snow, ice queens, and crystals, we set out to create a modern and chic booth of pure white and silver tones. Crisp white orchids, chrome grape wood, and icy acrylic were unexpected twists. Gleaming chandeliers, crystal embellishments, and tufted […]
February 11, 2011
Here’s a little taste from our latest retro mod photo shoot. Would be so awesome for a wedding at the Parker Palm spring or South beach Miami? The fabulous Jennifer Daillard of Simply Posh Design and Pam Scott of Pam Scott Photography joined our forces to create a hip and exciting table, candy bar, and […]
December 13, 2010
Maybe its the holiday season that makes me wish I was a graceful ballerina. I dug up this photo of a light pink peony and tulle bouquet that was made during the height of the season. The delicate petals of the peonies reminded me of ethereal ballerina tutus. This bouquet was a compliment to a […]
November 24, 2010
Gemma was probably one of the sweetest person I have ever met. I remember my first conversation with her, she told me ever since she was a little girl, she dreamt about getting married at the Hotel Del Coronado. She has wanted a beautiful grand wedding in the Crown ballroom with large elegant floral centerpieces. […]
August 25, 2010
I am very excited and extremely proud to annouce that Aileen has launched her spankin’ new website. Aileen has been working hard this year on her own weddings. She is a very talented and passionate young lady and her work sure speaks for itself. Please check out her new website, I think you will really […]
August 12, 2010
One can never go wrong with a classic white wedding. In this Lodge at Torrey Pines wedding, black was the accent color to a white and ivory floral palette. Dark earthy hues pair so well with the craftsman decor of this exquisite resort. Olivia and Steven exchanged vows on the Arroya Lawn, overlooking the immaculate […]
