Monday, May 9, 2011

New Furniture Debut at the Stonehouse!






We were so psyched to showcase our new furniture for Cathy & Steve's wedding at the Stonehouse Restaurant in Warren, NJ (www.stonehouseatstirlingridge.com ).  This is one of my favorite venues because of its eclectic modern decor - lots of copper, stone, and over-sized wood beams, peppered with unexpected pops of geometrical accessories.  An eye-catching color scheme of black & white paired with Apple green was well suited to this exciting environment.  We fabricated a long multi-sectioned head table, covered with plush black fabric accented with large bejeweled buttons.  A trio of Apple bengaline runners draped off the front of the table, with their tips weighted with large black gemstones.  Gorgeous green cymbidium orchids, submerged in glass cylinders with black river rocks and lit above with floating candles, adorned this show-stopping table.  Clusters of pale green carnation spheres added more green where it counted most.  Guests at the head table sat in high-backed white leather chairs.  Adjacent seating areas offered stylish comfort with white leather ottomans and lighted end tables. 
A white pipe-and-drape backdrop ensured a clean background, while an amber lighted room wash set the tone for a super chic soiree!







A striking damask pattern carried the black and white theme overhead in the form of a grand custom-made chandelier, strung with black crystals and hanging votive candles.  The strong damask pattern covered two large columns flanking the head table, and once more in the foyer as vertical strips beside the bride and groom's initials, spelled out in green Kermit mums.  A solid layer of carnations supported the seating cards on an oval-shaped marble table.






A series of large black cylinder vases brought attention to two very long tables adjacent to the dance floor.  Ornate black mezzo vases supported hemispheres of mixed flowers for standard round tables.  Black charger plates and damask runners contrasted with the cool green bengaline linens.





Low floral arrangements consisted of vibernum, hydrangeas, cymbidium orchids, carnations, and hypericum berries.  Shiny ceramic balls provided textural contrast for these lush centerpieces.

Many thanks to the talented team of event planners from My Bellisima (http://www.mybellissima.com/ )for making this set up an enjoyable one!

Monday, May 2, 2011

Save the Date!

A Touch of Elegance pairs up with the incredible fashion designers of Mataano to create an extravagant floral head piece for one of their hottest looks!  Join us for a great cause and a spectacular night of design creativity.  Visit www.mataano.com to see the high-style resort wear we will be drawing inspiration from! For video and images of the previous Tulips & Pansies shows, go to www.villagecare.org/Event_Information/tulips/