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From the Bride…

My wedding on May the 14th, 2010 was absolutely perfect and a dream come true! My two favorite moments (besides seeing my handsome groom the first time!) involved the two ladies that helped me make my vision come true, Nicole Hill Gerulat my photographer and stylist extraordinaire and Megan Fickling of La Partie Events who was my florist and day of wedding planner.

Nicole is a long time friend, and even before I was engaged I knew I wanted her input! Nicole created all the paper goods and helped expand logo design my husband created into a common theme that was used to tie everything together. Most importantly Nicole was my photographer. My first favorite moment of the day was when Mike and I took pictures before the ceremony. At first I was hesitant because I thought that I wanted to wait and see him first when I walked down the aisle, but Nicole set up a perfect moment and location right outside the Gene Autry house where we saw each other and embraced for the first time. From there we frolicked all around The Parker property taking pictures that captured some of the most memorable moments of the evening. Nicole put together a photo booth at the reception that was a hit! Nicole’s calm, positive attitude and gorgeous pictures helped make the day very special.

My next favorite moment of the wedding was when Mike and I entered the ballroom lawn for the first time during the reception and I saw the flowers and table settings that Megan head created! I was blown away with the beauty of the pink and yellow peonies that were perfectly open, the mercury glass and vintage pink votives, the simple bloom on each dinner napkin, and the pink and white stripe and polka dot table runners she had made, I really could go on and on! Every detail we had discussed was executed more beautifully then I could have ever imagined! Like every bride, I wish I could relive the day over and over. I feel very lucky!

Photography: Nicole Hill Gerulat / Flowers and Day of Coordination: Megan Fickling of La Partie Events / Ceremony and Reception Location: The Parker Hotel, Palm Springs, CA / Shoes: J. Crew / Dress: Christos / Band: The Jason Parker Quartet

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From the Bride:

Zak and I are very passionate about vegetarian and sustainable cuisine, thus the Inn of the Seventh Ray seemed like the obvious choice for us for a venue. Zak instantly fell in love with the positive and spiritual feel of the Inn and was the one that had known from first sight that that’s where we had to have our wedding. As the Inn has a very strong look on its own, I wanted to make sure I picked colors and decor that would add pops of fun but wouldn’t fight with the original aesthetic. After many months of obsessively looking through blogs (particularly Style Me Pretty), I came across Megan’s work and instantly fell in love. When I saw images from her own wedding, which was also at the Inn, I knew we absolutely had to have her be a part of our special day!!

Back in a bit with more from this most perfect of weddings!

Photography: Vero Suh / Flowers: Megan Fickling of La Partie Events / Venue: Inn of the Seventh Ray, Topanga Canyon / Day of Coordinator: Kelly Hancock / Cake: Inn of the Seventh Ray / DJ: Scott from Good Times Entertainment / Wedding Dress: Pronovias / Veil: Bandeau birdcage from Marisol Aparicio / Hairpiece: Velvetowl / Groom’s Suite: Jim’s Formal Wear / Bridesmaid Dresses: Lulu’s / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka

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When choosing your wedding flowers, keep the style and feel of your venue in mind.  Ask your florist to do a  walk-through of your venue with you so that s/he sees the space and works with it, not against it.  This next venue is close to my heart 1) because it’s the beach and 2) because it’s my own wedding!  This is on Topanga Beach in Malibu, CA and as you can see, I wanted a lot of color.  In my bouquet, I used bright pink peonies and mini pink amaryllis.  In my bridesmaid bouquets, I used white garden roses, white peonies, mini pink amaryllis, bright pink sweet peas and green viburnum.

These photos are by the talented Michele Andersen

This next venue is Hidden Chateau and Gardens in West Hills, CA.  It has a great, rustic feel to it and romantic gardens.  The only direction the fabulous bride Robin gave me was “fall colors” so I had fun choosing flowers that I felt were unique and also could be found on the grounds of the venue.  In Robin’s bouquet, I used purple and yellow seeded eucalyptus, large orange amaryllis, orange roses and orange coxcomb.

These photos are by App’s Photography

Megan will be back next week with more gorgeous tips and inspirations. Coming up next, an absolutely perfect wedding!

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If you’re just tuning in, I’m guest blogging today and sharing what a difference it makes when your flowers complement your venue. This venue is the Mountain Gate Country Club in Brentwood, CA.  The ceremony was outdoors on the golf course and the reception was indoors in a very beautifully inviting space.  The bride Michelle wanted mostly white for her bouquet with a splash of light pink, which matched her dress perfectly.  In Michelle’s bouquet, I used white and blush pink dahlias, white garden roses and white freshia with a blush pink raw silk wrap.

For the flowers inside the reception, I used warm and bright pink flowers to complement the more colorful and cozy indoor space.

These wonderful photos are by Michele Andersen Photography.

We have so many more gorgeous ideas from Megan on the way!

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So, although I could blab on and on about her talents, I’ll just pass the torch and let Megan take it from here!

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I like to develop a vision for flowers that reflects each couple’s style and also complements their venue.  So, I thought I would share several posts about bridal bouquets I’ve created and how they work with the style of each venue.  This first venue is St. Steven’s Serbian Orthodox Cathedral in Alhambra, CA, which is a grandiose and elegant space.  The bride Angie is very stylish and was an avid SMP reader and she wanted something romantic and soft for her bouquet.  I used peonies, poppies, ranunculus and parrot tulips in soft pinks and bright oranges.

photography by Sweet Monday

When choosing your wedding flowers, try to keep the style of your venue in mind.  This next venue is the Marvimon in downtown Los Angeles, a modern and comfy space that attracts fun and creative couples.  The bride Nicole wore an amazing, classically styled dress which inspired a bouquet that mixed the classic with the modern.  In her bouquet, I used classic white roses, white spray roses, green coffee bean and locally grown “super green” roses.  These amazing photos are by Sweet Monday Photography (www.sweetmondayphotography.com).

photography by Sweet Monday

more to come from Megan at La Partie Events in just a bit!

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