January 04, 2012
So…… I’m pretty sure I say this a lot, but I absolutely adored working with this couple! Leslie and Jason
are the kind of couple that florists and stylists dream of working with--a laid back bride with style and
an architect groom who was willing to let go of visual details and completely trust us. Lesley and Jason
basically handed TULIP the wedding and gave us complete creative control. In meeting with the couple
it was pretty clear that Jason was drawn towards a more modern aesthetic, but he also wanted some
character, and Leslie envisioned a more whimsical, DIY feel to the day. In one of the meetings they
mentioned they wanted to incorporate a bike into the wedding somehow, so we did just that. We
started with a bike and a color palette, and the wedding evolved from there! I worked with Mary Margaret
Harper on designing an invitation that really set the tone for the entire day. To incorporate a modern,
graphic element that would satisfy the groom’s style, we chose to bring a modern chevron print through
textiles and print work. In the end, I was thrilled with the outcome. All of the elements and different
design styles came together perfectly. I like to call it Modern Whimsy!
Beverly, my partner in crime at TULIP, designed and executed an amazing backdrop for the cake table
and groom’s pie table. Here's a little blurb from Bev on her crafty project:
From the get-go Lesley gave me full, creative freedom with the backdrops and made it very clear that this was MY project. Being my first project with TULIP, naturally I was a little hesitant. I kept feeling the urge to run every little detail by Lesley for her approval. After doing a sketch of each backdrop showcasing a very clear idea of what I wanted to build, I was able to move forward quickly. From the sketch process, I went out to purchase and gather materials. The Bride's cake table backdrop was completed in no time. Consisting of the perfect branch, string, ribbon, and dyed coffee filters, the backdrop was a perfect combination of whimsy and crafty. The Groom's pie table backdrop--on the other hand--was a little more difficult to complete. I created a frame of gathered sticks on a fabric-covered piece of plywood. I then printed multiple designs on paper to create the folded starbursts. I know that sounds simple, but THE FOLDING OF PAPER TOOK FOREVER! Lastly, I embellished the final product with lace-sewn pennant flags. Overall, I think we were all happy with the outcome!
Flowers, Styling + some Printwork: TULIP
Photography: b. mo foto
Lighting: Davaine Lighting
Printwork: Mary Margaret Harper
Rentals: Mississippi Tent and Party Rental
Catering: Julep
Cake: Icing on the Cake
Venue: The Cedars
