Dec 31, 2012 |
Today we take time to stop and reflect on the year that has gone by, to remember the wonderful new people that came into our lives and to reminisce about the unforgettable life milestones we shared.
A big thanks to the photographers that don’t hesitate to get dirty lying on the ground or hang one-handed from a ladder or wade into the water up to their waists, risking it all so they can get that perfect intimate look or capture a ravishing glance at just the right angle. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to share a few of these memorable moments and these moments in time would only exist in a fleeting thought…
Thank you to all – our couples, our fellow colleagues – for these moments are a true collaboration of many. Congratulations and Happy New Year!
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Dec 4, 2012
The June wedding of Jill and Dave at the West Shore Cafe kicked off our past wedding season with a bountiful feast of eye-grabbing details thanks to the scrumptious bright yellow Jill is so fond of. Her wedding color palette comprised of bright yellow, pewter silver/grey with whites and creams was sophisticated and current.
Jill and Dave didn’t want anything too traditional with their wedding and strove for a modern, unique yet elegant touch to their special day. Standing together with their closest friends and family seated nearby, all eyes were on them during the ceremony as they opted to not have a wedding party. Another modern change, in leiu of a classic ‘presentation’ wedding cake, they opted for a passed dessert of lemon blueberry mascarpone cake.
Other current touches included faux paper grey flowers mixed in with the real blooms in Jill’s bouquet. This brought a color and texture spectrum not normally found in nature to the mix – absolutely stunning. The faux flowers could be found as well throughout the reception including the dining table centerpieces.
Floral rosettes cascaded down Jill’s gorgeous gown and this fabric was mimicked in the backing of each formal invite. A fresh bright yellow dot motif was carried throughout from the invites to the reception accessories – all by Angela Dal Bon Custom Invitations and Announcements.
Jill & Dave exchanged vows at the end of a long, dramatic pier. Modern, bold and slightly edgy arrangements on silver pedestals in clear vases elevated the “floating” flowers to new heights and nodded to the Lake Tahoe water just inches away. Bright yellow pomeander balls flanked the aisle and together with pewter silver were an exceptional color combination.
White floral orbs graced the ceremony and cocktail hours along with the visually delightful bright yellow. Yellow callas presented in clear fishbowls added another unique floral design to the list by Bellissima Floral.
The clever yellow dot motif popped up again on the escort cards and table numbers. The center of the long dining tables overflowed with white pillars, hydrangea, orchids and callas. More pops of the bright yellow awaited each guest at their place setting.
Guests dined with an incomparable lakeside view under a modern and romantic open air tent, with sheer swagging and twinkle lights draping over their heads.
Hollye of Hollye Schumacher Photography captured every detail of this stunning wedding including the perfect sunset kiss that delighted the guests.
This isn’t the only glimpse of this wedding you will see, there is lots more to come of this gorgeous wedding… stay tuned!
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Sep 19, 2012 |
A few months ago we shared the inspiration board we created for Mendy & Jim, one of our Lake Tahoe weddings, on our Merrily Wed Facebook page. We have been eagerly awaiting to share with you the reveal of their June wedding! Here’s the beautiful board for those who missed it and then below, the gorgeous lakefront private estate wedding…
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If you didn’t know, Plan B is for Better. At least it is in our book now. As an unseasonably cold front came through and decided to stay we rethought, reworked and revamped our plans of the past year in a mere 2 days. Not only does Plan B stand for Better but for Beautiful too. No one would have ever known that this was not the original plan, except for now as I am spillin’ ‘da beans!
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xxxxBringing in clear tents and tent heaters allowed Mendy & Jim’s chartreuse green, black and pewter silver palette to shine through.
An overall modern yet classic wedding style without forgetting the natural stunning setting…
In nod to these mason jar aficionados, we had these subtly popping up in all the expected (and unexpected!) places. Their Mad Libs sign in was also a true testimony to this couple’s fun and playful nature. And their guests couldn’t help but to fill out more than one!x
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A surprise serenade to Mendy’s pure delight by Jim was one of the unforgettable moments during the reception – another was a guest busting out “the worm”! Married, happy and warm was how these newlyweds left into the night along with all their ecstatic guests!
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Pleasure to work side by side with – Floral Design by Bellissima Floral and Photography by Ciprian Photography.
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Aug 9, 2012
I love color. I love every single color for different reasons and how certain color combos resonate with each other. Thanks to Amanda I met purple again and in the full regal form that it deserves.
With a sense of royalty, purple is a color often well liked by very creative personalities. Purple is uplifting, calms nerves, as well as encourages creativity. If purple is your favorite color, you desire respect, power and often tend to be sentimental.
For Amanda, there couldn’t be enough purple (a lady after my own four year old’s heart) and so here was the design challenge to bring in purple, purple, purple without being TOO much.
Mix in a little whimsical sophistication and we had Amanda’s dream Lake Tahoe wedding: Purple M&Ms – check. Purple pillars – check. Purple linen – check. Purple lights – check. Purple lounge – check.
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Married last September with the Lake as their very close backdrop, Amanda and Jeff’s guests were treated to a spectacular twilight ceremony just inches from the water.
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Silver and spring green played a supporting role to purple in the little details: beaded clear chargers (which allowed the oh-so-fun purple leafed linen to peep through), dangling crystals, metallic balls in the vases, pin cushions on the cake, mercury vases randomly placed, the candy station…
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Amanda and Jeff’s black tie wedding began with a sundown ceremony and quickly moved from the lakeside vows to the sprawling reception tent that was complete with multiple vignettes for the guests to enjoy. Playful glowing cubes in the centerpieces to up lights on trees to a beautiful light-patterned dance floor made the most of the evening reception.
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A night that ended with endless dancing, lost shoes (?!) and grins from ear to ear… Congratulations to the beautiful couple, Amanda & Jeff!
Florals by Art In Bloom.
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Jul 6, 2012
If you feel like this is deja vu’, yes, a Lake Tahoe wedding is elegantly represented again in the Knot Northern California Magazine but this wedding is nothing like our last. Different style, color and inspiration but equally inspiring, fresh and breathtaking!
Susi and Brian met through mutual friends at a birthday party one night in San Francisco. After talking for two hours they each had a special feeling about where this might lead. Two years later, both connoisseurs of food and wine, Brian popped the fateful question after a gourmet dinner in the new house they just bought together.
Both avid outdoor sports enthusiasts, Susi and Brian love Lake Tahoe and naturally turned to this scenic location for the backdrop to their wedding. With the help of Merrily Wed, they selected a breathtaking private lake view venue to host their 114 guests. Top of their priorities was serving the best food and wine with a scenic location. We think they succeeded!
Guests will be talking about this charming, warm and stylish wedding for a long time to come. Congratulations Susi and Brian!
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Jun 21, 2012 |
If there was a nursery rhyme that summed up Erin and Shawn’s Lake Tahoe wedding, it might go something like this:
What are little grooms made of?
What are little grooms made of?
Flasks and skulls
And skateboard wheels,
That’s what little grooms are made of.
What are little brides made of?
What are little brides made of?
Lavender and white
And dresses so nice,
That’s what little brides are made of.
Only the best lakefront wedding site could draw them from their tropical Hawaiian home in Maui to wed on the mainland and that is what they had. Maybe the little fact that they also met in Lake Tahoe might have had something to do with it!
From all things sweet and feminine – white orchids, sprigs of lavender, blushing bridesmaids to all things masculine and daring – ring bearer skateboard, personalized flasks (filled of course), a skull groom’s cake and cake toppers; the contrasting details really made their wedding uniquely them! But isn’t that what a wedding is all about? The blending and union of two separate personalities to become one. Aaaww, yes a little sappy and sentimental but must be the mood I am in!
Congratulations to our Maui Ohana, Erin and Shawn!
Floral artistry by Bellissima Floral.
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