Andreea and Jason knew they wanted to get married in sunny Italy, surrounded by an intimate group of family and friends. In Grottaglie, Puglia they welcomed their guests (who flew in from three continents) to celebrate their wedding weekend at Masseria Angiulli Piccolo. Their priorities as a couple were all about good food, fun, and a beautiful and relaxed environment to enjoy the occasion. The design was classic…
Read MoreThese two babes married in Palm Spring (where they first met) and the theme was out of this world: celestial, autumnal, romantic and magical. The concept was, in the bride Britt’s words: “if Stevie Nicks were a wedding”. The design pulls heavily on the romantic element with abundant floral, luxe materials, dripping candles and a cornucopia of seasonal fall bounty in rich hues. The colors harken to the Palm Springs landscape at sunset….
Read MoreA black tie gathering, cocktails and a golden sunset over the Pacific?! Yes please! K+G’s wedding at the Ritz Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara was timelessly elegant with clean coastal influences, warm earthy Californian elements and a heaping dose of luxe black and white details. Guests were welcomed to the Ritz with guest bags that included local wine and treats. The cliff side ceremony was verdantly decorated with from-the-ground-up installations…
Read MoreKatie and Kellen married on a sunny September afternoon on the rooftop of Portland’s historic Eastside Exchange building surrounded by views of the Willamette River, an intimate group of friends and family and lush floral from Brier and Ivy. Their romantic, midcentury modern influenced wedding was celebrated with gusto after it had been postponed by the pandemic a number of times.
Read MoreKate and Garth’s wedding was an intimate and relaxed gathering of their nearest and dearest at Montecito’s San Ysidro Ranch. Staring their day with group activities (yoga or hiking) and finishing it with a long candlelit dinner on the terrace ensured that they had the opportunity to actually savor their day and be fully present with their loved ones. Their details were charming and personal: warm and sunny hued flowers from Honey & Poppies….
Read MoreHoly citrus colored bougainvillea! Devra and Imran’s sunny winter wedding at the Parker Palm Springs was long awaited and throughly enjoyed after many postponements due the pandemic. The design for their wedding drew inspiration from the local desert hues, architectural details, tropical touches, relaxed vibes, simple luxurious details, natural elements, clean modern lines juxtaposed by whimsical flourishes…
Read MoreIn April, we set out with Kerry Jeanne Photography on a tour of stately wedding venues in the greater Dublin area. Powerscourt Estate with its Palladian mansion, formal gardens (that was listed by National Geographic as the third best garden in the world), spectacular views of Sugarloaf Mountain and the Wicklows, diverse attractions available, and it’s proximity to Dublin make it a delightful location for destination weddings in Ireland.
Read MoreMexico in winter is a slice of heaven: white sandy beaches, fresh Mexican food, and balmy temperatures. We had the pleasure of working Casey and Alan and their delightful families at the dreamy Hotel Esencia for their three-day long wedding celebration. We kicked off their long weekend of events with this mesmerizing rehearsal dinner on a picturesque beach in front of the Presidential Suite, then led the guests along a beach path of tiki lights….
Read MoreIf green rolling countryside dotted with castles and quaint pubs sound like the kind of backdrop you’d like to welcome your nearest and dearest for your destination wedding, what better place to exchange vows than the breathtaking landscapes of Ireland? Back in April we set out on a luxury Irish venue reconnaissance mission with Kerry Jeanne Photography and our very first stop (straight off the plane in Kerry’s case) was Luttrellstown Castle.
Read MoreProvence has so many beautiful castles, villas and bastides to choose from when it comes to finding a location for a destination wedding. The mild climate and stunning scenery make it an ideal setting to welcome guests for days of fun and celebration. Our favorites venues in the region are properties that offer full exclusivity, beautiful grounds, top notch accommodations, full service staffing and close proximity to transport hubs + cultural spots.
Read MoreMeet Chelsea and Vinnie. These lovebirds married three years ago today at The Evergreen in Portland. Their September wedding was a delightful combination of romance, modern minimalism. urban industrial elements and historical details. Lush autumnal flowers and foliage from Bramble Floral Design were installed throughout the event spaces, bringing the romantic fall feel indoors. Contemporary rentals with modern lines and acrylic materials kept the aesthetic fresh and fun.C+V wanted to have an evening that felt more like an intimate dinner party…
Read MoreAny one who is in the know, knows that Puglia is Italy’s new destination wedding hot spot. Our couple is from the south of Italy, only a stone's throw away from this alluring region, renown for its distinctive architecture with white washed limestone walls and conical roof tops (called trulli). This inspiring locale with sun bleached stone, wheat fields and Romanesque structures fed our imaginations and served as the foundation of the aesthetic. Masseria Grieco was the perfect blank canvas to build an organically rich textured and soft toned design around.
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