Wednesday, March 20, 2013
What is a deconstructed wedding centerpiece? Karma Flowers defines them as " is a collection of smaller pieces or arrangements on each table. The containers and vessels can be repetitive or completely different depending on your preference. The same is true for the stems you chose to use. You can stick to a monochromatic color scheme using different varieties of flowers, or use all of the same flowers. It works with round tables just fine, but it works particularly well with rectangular tables where the arrangement needs to be thin and long."
Deconstructed centerpieces are a great option for brides looking to incorporate a variety of floral and non-floral elements. Nashville-based Enchanted Florist has designed deconstructed centerpieces for several Nashville weddings. According to Enchanted Florist, "they are great for vintage weddings; they add layers of personality and textures. They mix vases of varying types and sizes with wildflowers and organic elements. Props like birdcages and books are common in deconstruction."
To give you an idea, below are a few deconstructed centerpieces created by Enchanted Florist for Nashville brides. The weddings took place at favorite vintage/rustic venues like Front Porch Farms, Southall Eden, CJ's Off the Square and Legacy Farms.
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Photo: Paul Rowland Photography
Photos below: The Collection
Photo below: Mobley Photography
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Photos below: Justin Wright Photography
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To inquire about deconstructed centerpieces or wedding floral design in general, contact Caprice of Enchanted Florist at 615-859-9002 or visit enchantedfloristtn.com.
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Tuesday, March 12, 2013
When it comes to wedding design, there are two schools of thought - go with a designer whose design aesthetics are similar to your own or go with a designer who can create something beautiful for any bride's style. There really is no right or wrong approach but there are a few things to consider. First, make sure you like working with any vendor you hire - that they get you, respect your wishes. Second, make sure any person you is comptent and can do what they say they can do, especially if they say they can deliver different wedding styles than their own.
Take Tiffanie and her crew at Elliott Events. Elliott Events is a one-stop wedding planning company that offers wedding planning, florals and event design. Tiffanie designs and does the florals for her brides. She doesnt hire an outside designer or florist. She is also a designer that takes pride in designing for any bride's wedding styles.
I thought I would put Tiffanie to the test. I hear a lot of wedding designers "say" they can design for a diversity of brides. Yet when I look at their portfolio, I see weddings that mostly cater to the same bride with different colors. I asked Tiffanie to share some of her wedding creations so that I could see for myself how she designs unique looks for her brides, based on THEIR personality and not hers.
Leah & Charles at Ruby
Their Wedding Design: Feminine Florals with Bridal Bling
Ruby is a city chic Nashville venue that fit Leah and Charles design profile. Leah loved all things big with touches of bling! Her style just happens to be similar to Tiffanie's of Elliott Event. This wedding was a breeze for Tiffanie but she made sure to still stamp the event with Leah's personal style. In addition to gorgeous, oversized florals for centerpieces, Tiffanie and her team wrapped vases, added crystals, brooches and feathers to complete the look.
Brandi & Stephen at Cedars of Lebanon
Their Wedding Design: Few Flowers, More Couple's Favs
Cedars of Lebanon is a state park that is loved but requires a complete transformation. Many of their brides hire Elliott Event to drape and decorate the space, as did Brandi.
Unlike Leah, Brandi wanted few flowers. She was ok with them in her bouquets but didn't want them at her reception. However, she and Stephen were open to just about anything else. They love books and wine so Elliott Events combined the two to create their signature reception design. The wedding style will not work for everyone but it fit them perfectly. Their look is a great example for brides who dont like flowers. It can be lovely and beautiful with the right wedding designer.
Notice how different Brandi and Leah's weddings are? Leah's fits Tiffanie's personal style but she was able to create Brandi's design, which is 180 degrees away from Leah's. If you hire a deisgner whose style is different than yours, make sure they can show you they can truly deliver a vastly different look, as Tiffanie has.
Stay tuned for our second design challenge with Tiffanie in a few weeks. Or, contact Tiffanie yourself to see what how she can help with your dream Nashville wedding! {Email - tiffanie at elliottevents dot com; 615-497-3070}
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Thursday, January 17, 2013
Many people ask me - what's your favorite aspect of weddings. For me - it's all about the design. I love that a bride can express her style through every wedding design element - from flowers to her cake.
Floral design is one category where the sky is truly the limit. In fact, it's one area that's usually a high priority for moms. Most moms LOVE flowers so you'll want to choose someone who can work with you AND mom to make your wedding a botanical dream come true.
For this reason, Enchanted Florist is one of my favorite floral design companies. I am always wowed by their work and easy to approach nature. Once you see their prolific portfolio, you will see exactly why I heart their work. Plus, Caprice, the owner, is a true sweetheart!
Photo: Photographix
Photos above and below: Kristyn Hogan
Meet Caprice: Caprice Palmer of the Enchanted Florist has become Nashville's go to florist for brides, celebrities and event professionals alike. Raved about by the clients that work with her and revered by Nashville top wedding professionals, her wedding flowers and event designs are some of the area's best. With a background is in technical theatre, Caprice spent years working with some of the top theatre companies around the country. Wedding and event design would become a natural transition motivated by her family's decision to open the Enchanted Florist in 1994. Caprice would take over as owner and lead designer in 2005 and after 14 years as a full service florist, the Enchanted Florist shifted its focus exclusively to weddings and private events in 2008 to better serve their customers. With a keen eye for original and creative designs, coupled with her genuinely warm and down-to-earth personality, Caprice's passion for her work is evident in all that she does.
While grateful for the many opportunities, awards and accolades afforded to her throughout her career Caprice works only for her clients. The moment you're left breathless, your groom's wildest expectation is surpassed and mom is elated... those moments and sometimes the sweet notes after the fact are the fuel to Caprice's passion and dedication. The passion and dedication that Caprice and her company use to continue to push the boundaries of floral design and make your next event original, timeless and enchanting!
Photo: Gray Photography
Photo above: Michael Howard Photography
Photos above and below: Chris and Adrienne Scott
Enchanted Florist is creative, modern and timeless. In love with their fabulous florals yet? I knew you'd love their work!
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Monday, January 7, 2013
Every bride has a wedding style. Your style doesn't change when you get engaged. So don't let Pinterest, bridal mags, your best friend's wedding, change your style. It's uniquely you. And it's fabulous! The key, as you plan your wedding, is to stay true to your (and his) personality. And, then, to find a wedding team - from your designer and venue to your photographer - who complement or even enhance your style.
Rhonda Patton of Rhonda Patton Weddings and Events works with stylish brides. She knows her bride. And her bride knows she's met the right event designer as soon as she sees Rhonda's work.
The question is - is Rhonda Patton right for you? Here's how I would describe the Rhonda Patton bride...
She is modern, feminine, sophisticated, confident, and career oriented. She's engaged and marrying a wonderful man, but she's way to career minded to swoon for hours over every little detail. Instead, she checks out Pinterest on her iPhone, pins a few things she loves and then hires a professional wedding team. Her fashion sense is obvious and so style is a top priority. Her team immediately "gets" her so she trusts them to execute in a flawless way while she gets back to life, work, the things that matter most to her.
The Rhonda Patton Bride - Look 1: The Carats, Cocktails, and Contracts Attorney
She wears: Banana Republic, J Crew, Gap - timeless looks mixed with trendy accents
She works: a demanding career as a lawyer, entrepreneur, accountant, money manager, business executive, doctor
Her home: styled with furniture and accessories from Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, Z. Gallerie, Crate and Barrel, West Elm
Her wedding style: fashionable, trendy with some classics, cosmopolitan, chic, glamorous, classy, elegant, striking, and luxurious
She demands: excellence, refinement, opulence, and a strong attention to detail
The Rhonda Patton Bride - Look 2: The Color-Me-Fab Creative Director
The Rhonda Patton Bride - Look 3: The Powerful but Playful Partner
The Rhonda Patton Bride - Look 4: The City Chic, Just Moved from Chicago Gal
The Rhonda Patton Bride - Look 5: The Timeless, Elegant Executive
The Rhonda Patton Bride - Look 6: The Eco-Style Editor
You know if you are a Rhonda Patton girl. Contact her if you are. You will LOVE working with her. Your demand for excellence may make some run but you know what you want and are willing to pay for a top notch team, like other Rhonda Patton brides.
If none of this resonates with you, don't fret. Just be clear on your style and check out our bridal directory. There's bound to be a designer, planner, photographer who is perfect for you!
Photos: All wed photos from real Rhonda Patton designed weddings; all others, retailers' websites.
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Thursday, January 3, 2013
In December, I attended a dazzling holiday party at Houston Station. The event's look was rustic-chic and was the creation of many of Nashville's best wedding pros. As I admired the versatility of Houston Station, which is able to be styled in unlimited ways, I couldn't take my eye off the LOVE sign; it was the star of the night. As I snapped the picture, a familiar face, Abi, came running to me and informed me that her brand new company, Bright Event Productions, created the LOVE sign. I asked - did you make the BAR sign? The hanging lights? She responded, "Yes, Yes, Yes."
The exquisite detail of the event's specialty lighting made an incredible venue even more spectacular. It fit the look so well that I actually thought they were new Houston Station pieces versus rentals. That's successful event design!
Abi informed me that Bright Event Productions officially launched December 5. If you want to know more about this company that rents and makes custom visual elements at their client's request, read their press release below and contact Abi or Clint, the company's owners to see what they can create for your wedding or event.
Official Press Release - Nashville, TN, December 5, 2012 –
The Nashville event and wedding community welcomes its newest member with the official launch of Bright Event Productions this month, under the direction of event production professionals Clint Pilkinton and Abi Reid. This boutique-style lighting and audio/visual design company will offer its clients, area brides, event venues, and vendors a revolving inventory of high quality, custom products and design concepts. All with their signature dedication to top-notch customer service.
“We are looking to set a new standard when it comes to lighting and audio visual design trends while partnering with Nashville’s top event and wedding specialists,” said Abi Reid, VP of Sales and Customer Relations. “The business will be our chance to represent Tennessee as a leader in the event production industry, all while fulfilling our customer’s needs and visions.”
With 14 years of combined event production experience, Pilkinton and Reid have gained a reputation for one-of-a-kind lighting installations, unwavering dedication to their clients, and quality custom design. While their past two and a half years together has produced more than 1,000 area events, Bright Event Productions will offer increasing opportunity to continue the work that has already made a name for them both in Nashville's event industry.
Owner and VP of Production and Operations Clint Pilkinton noted, “My passion for creatively designing lighting and sound elements and working with people has inspired me to launch this company. We are excited to continue to bring our innovative designs and high level of customer service to the event industry as Bright Event Productions.”
Bright Event Productions is a select provider of innovative event lighting, advanced audio production, impactful design, and exceptional customer service for clients and brides in the Greater Nashville area and beyond. Partnering with exclusive event venues and top-notch, professional vendors, experience the BRIGHT difference.
For more information about the new company and the services they can offer please contact Clint Pilkinton or Abi Reid by calling 615-866-8796, or emailing Clint{at}brighteventproductions{dot}com or abi{at}brighteventproductions{dot}com. In addition, we encourage you to like us on Facebook while our website in under construction. Here you can learn more about the events we have already produced and all the fun stuff to come, www.facebook.com/BrightEventProductionsInc.
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