From May 2013

Nautical Romance- Kelowna Styled Shoot

I love getting the chance to do something a little bit different from my usual soft pastel and pretty flowers for weddings – and when Nicole of Created Lovely Events & Weddings suggested a Nautical Theme I knew exactly what I was going to do.    I love anything nautical – crisp white fabrics, linen, stripes (I probably have numerous blue and white striped shirts and dresses), anchors, cute white boat shoes for summer.. etc.   I love how dressing with nautical inspiration instantly makes you feel classy and put together.

For the flowers I decided on a simple colour  palette of different shades of red, with a hint of variegated monkey grass (greyish green & white striped greenery).  I used a simple mix of Garden Roses, Standard Roses, Spray Roses & Tulips –  I had also ordered Anemone’s and Ranunculus but unfortunately was not able to get them :(.   The result was a classic & pretty take on the simple rose bouquet.    I don’t think I will ever do just one variety of roses in a bridal bouquet again!   The 3 different rose varieties added a bit of extra texture and interest in the arrangements.

Royce of Royce Sihlis Photography took these photos of our hard work.  Stationary was created by Laura of Dandelion Willows,  Cupcakes & Cake Pops by Anna at Sweet on You, Custom anchor cookies by Sarah of Sarah’s Sweets (just perfect),   Makeup by the incredible Melissa Craven,   Décor & Props from Yuriko at Vintage Origami, Dress provided by Shilo of Ashbury Boutique & the images were taken at the beautiful Lindon House.  Here’s our take on the Classic Nautical theme for your inspiration!   Enjoy!

Christina

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Photography: Royce Sihlis Photography

Hair & Make-Up: Melissa Craven 

Flowers: Classic Creations Floral Design

Cake & Cupcakes: Sweet On You Designer Cups & Cakes

Custom Cookies: Sarah’s Sweets

Vintage Rentals: Vintage Origami

Stationary: Dandelion Willows

Venue: Lindon House

Wedding Dresses: Ashbury Bridal

Event Styling: Created Lovely Events

Poplar Grove – Okanagan Winery Wedding

From the moment I met Jenn to discuss the floral arrangements for her Fall wedding at Poplar Grove Winery, I knew that it was going to be a gorgeous event. I was even more excited that I would be working alongside my dear friend Yuriko Larson owner of Vintage Origami – who stylized the entire wedding and provided all of the fabulous furniture pieces, props & décor. Thank you to Brooke & Michele from White Linen Photography for providing me with these gorgeous photos to share. I hope you enjoy this little bit of eye candy as much as I loved being a part of it.

My favorite part of every wedding is creating the bridal bouquet, and this one was to die for! Jenn’s vintage inspired bouquet consisted of Roses, Dahlias, Hypericum, Queen Anne’s Lace, Succulents, Scabiosa Pods & Seeded Eucalyptus.

The ceremony was on a grassy area just below Poplar Grove Winery, overlooking Lake Okanagan. The view was breathtaking! Such a perfect location for a ceremony.

Vintage Origami’s white doors marked the entrance to the aisle, and turquoise blue mason jars were filled with white hydrangea stems. So simple, yet so elegant.

Our rustic wooden boxes looked beautiful with large arrangements on top in pastel shades.

These pretty little arrangements in Vintage Origami’s milk glass were placed at the entrance to the aisle.

Jenn – the bride, and her stunning dress and bouquet.

The bridesmaids bouquet was just a pretty as the brides!

Arrangements in milk glass vases on the signing table, inside of the winery.

The long picnic tables had multiple little arrangements, created in teacups and creamers.

An example of a few of the many small arrangements on the picnic tables, each one was different. Look at that gorgeous garden rose!

Smaller centerpieces in milk glass vases, sat on top of the highboy’s inside the winery.

The large ceremony arrangements were brought inside the winery, to add more décor into the reception area.

Yuriko displayed the candy bar in her beautiful Apothecary Jars. I created a few smaller arrangements to put in-between the jars.

Close up of the small floral arrangements. Loved these ones created in pink depression glass creamers.

I had to include one of the happy couple. It’s photo’s like these that make me appreciate the beauty that we live in. Congratulations again to Jenn & Matt, I wish you and your little family all the happiness in the world. Thank you for letting me be a part of your special day!