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!

Stunning Winter Wedding

The A Touch of Elegance army stormed the Venetian yesterday for a 600 guest wedding set-up; the break down lasted well into the wee hours of the night. Our team of 23 designers and movers used a fleet of trucks to transport fresh florals for installation throughout the venue. Hawaiian dendrobium orchids were tiered and towered up for a seating card table beneath the gorgeous Dale Chihuli glass sculpture.

Other areas were adorned with all white flowers and vases, with gold candles as accents.

Descending the staircase for their reveal of the Palazzo Ballroom, the newlyweds couldn't have been happier with the incredible decor!

Younger guests were seated at long Tuscan-inspired tables flanking the expansive dance floor, to place them at the center of the action. Tall gold candelabra were draped with crystals and the tables shown brightly with candlelight at various levels.

Several square tables added interest to the room layout. They had unique tableware and linens, and featured smaller floral arrangements atop graduated mirrored columns.

The majority of the tables were round with gorgeous crystal candelabra and hanging spheres of hydrangea and spray roses. The stars of these impressive arrangements were perfectly-opened pristine white amaryllis blooms.

For a modern twist, the sweetheart table was completely made of mirrors, with mirrored columns flanking and a monogrammed mirror backdrop. White padding and fabric behind the table, and plush white carpet beneath softened the raised sweetheart table focal area.

Gold laden tableware, runners, and vases matched the ballrooms gold accents and added a richness to the celebration.

Congratulations to Vanessa and Patrick!! Many thanks to them both for including us in on their wedding day. Lisa and I were honored to attend as guests and experience the energy and joy of an incredible evening.