Ashley and Mike | Fall wedding at The Chatham Bars Inn | Sherbert and Sky Colorway

 

There is an art to planning a wedding. We want to make sure that we review and design every detail. They must coordinate, have a conversation with one another. But not match. That is just too easy. I remember one of the first weddings that I ever went to. There were tons and tons of flowers, however, each arrangement that I saw as a guest was exactly the same as the one that I just saw. Bouquets, the church, cocktails and the reception. All just the same. Boring.

Each element of the wedding day should allow expression of the bride, groom and their families. It is this understanding that allows to work with our clients, often over the course of years to plan some of the most extraordinary events both here on the east coast but often in far away places such as Las Vegas, Washington D. C. or even as most recent Bermuda.

It is so important the details not only reflect the bride and her family but look appropriate to the setting that they are in. Big city flashy looks odd along the sand dunes of The Chatham Bars Inn and vice versa. I never get sick of that hotel, how could you. (high voice) FAAAAAbulous!!

I am lucky again to be working with Ashley and her family to plan her fall wedding. Most brides want to be married on the great south lawn of the property. But at this time of the year the leaves start to turn and the cool of the season sets in. So, we decided to create an intimate setting within a separate building on the property's sprawling grounds. The bride, who I (high voice) AAAAdore!! and I have chosen a soft white, cream, green and soft apricot color way for the ceremony decor. From there, deep greens and rich apricots will look (high voice) AMMMMaaazing in the South Lounge of the resort's main building.

For dinner, we take it to the next level with soft linens in shades of Ocean Steel. The linens and decorative elements to the dinner tables will provide a neutral and sophisticated palete to the exhuberent displays of seasonal flowers highlighting luxurious orchids as a final touch.

Each time I meet with Ashley, her groom Mike and their family. We have a blast. Ashley's mom and I share a special bond since we, together first shared a glimpse of Ashley's amazing, couture wedding day look. I know there will be tears on the wedding day, they are brimming already as I write this story. I think Ashley's dad looks at me like I am Frunk from " Father of the bride". I can also tell he knows that he, his daughter and their guests are in very good hands with me. I always enjoy seeing them all.

We are kicking butt and taking names in the planning process. AND my bride passed the bar, YEAH!!!! We are set to check off the rest. I will keep you filled in, you know I will.

Congratulations Ashley and Mike.

 

CMP Decks the Halls at Alex and Ani December 17th

  

I am a fashion designer, not the fashion that you wear(yet), but the fashion that you look at. Color combinations, textures, fabrics and finishes all play a huge roll in the world of design, whether it is for the home, a wedding or an incredible Christmas event. I see the same principles being applied regardless. I personally love mixing it up, doing something a little different, outside of the box, yet in some way related and inspired by what I am currently doing.

The idea of jewelry to me has always been fascinating since I consider the floral work that I have done to be jewelry for the wedding table top. To fuse the world of hip jewelry with my design flair is exciting and I can hardly wait to create a showstopper for Alex and Ani this December 17th. You can see in my design that I am inspired by their designs and look forward to creating a magical evening.

Next week I head down to their corporate offices to discuss other potential projects.......you know my head is spinning, where will this little twist lead CMP to? 

Inspired Floral Photography

 

I understand why so many artists through the course of history have been inspired by flowers. There is something so bewitching about them, their fragile beauty and perfectly arranged palettes of color providing welcome visual respite from the world we live in. Georgia O'Keefe specifically did a whole range of art work inspired by the gorgeous Morning Glory flowers.
I wanted to share with you some fabulous photos of the morning glories that we have growing in our precious garden. I would love to take the credit for growing these beauties but alas I have to give a pat on the back to my every patient husband Kevin. It is sad to think that in just a months time they probably will be hit by the frost. I am happy that I got my camera out to capture their beauty to remember them until next year.

 

Coco's Candy Bar

 

I love candy and so does a client of mine. When she called and said that she was moving into her summer house, christening her daughter and that same daughter was celebrating her first birthday party all in one weekend, I knew that  it was time to throw a soiree and candy was the perfect inspiration.

We started with modern inspiration and the bold colorway of my favorite candies, "Good and Plenty". I chose pucci' esque linens and clear chairs for the guest to sit and mingle. I chose gorgeous flowers from the Boston Flower Market in shades of pink, purple, lavender and fuscia. I knew that they would pop against the bold black and white linens and modern furniture. I layed out a fabulous candy bar filled with some of my favorites, including both "Good and Plenty" and "Pop Rocks". I got all of the details done just as the first guests started to arrive. Perfect timing.

Happy Birthday Coco. I hope that you had a heck of a time.