As an art history major, I always loved the grace and beauty of classic statues…

Now that I design weddings, I love the idea of using them in a wedding ceremony decor or as an extra touch during cocktail hour…

I think they look best in a garden setting, but an elegant ballroom with great architectural detail could work too… Would you consider using statues for decor?

One of my favorite places in the world, is a little orchard that has been serving tea and scones to Cambridge students since 1897…

We sat under the trees eating scones with clotted cream and jam…  And the words by Rupert Brooke, who wrote about this idyllic spot, still hang in the air, “And is there honey still for tea?” (The Old Vicarage, Granchester).

I love the idea of a wedding in a secret garden… Wrought iron chairs, aged terra cotta pots, lots of ivy, garden roses, and candlelight… Simply lovely and so very romantic!

Photos from left, to right, top to bottom:

Remeber my inspiration for the peach wedding I was working on?

Well you can check out the final design for this wedding right here. Enjoy!

Photo by One Love Photography. Floral and event design by Kelly Oshiro Design.

For the reception, La Tavola’s sequin New York linens added some serious glamour to the tables. The bride and groom sat at Town & Country’s fun domed Montecito love seat.

For table decor, a mix of birdcages filled with moss and candles, alternated with clusters of lanterns and tons of flowers. For the table numbers, wood plaques were painted a coppery gold and a custom decal was applied.

Tucked into the flowers little birdies perched (the bride loved birds).

Around the menu a sequin belly band added even more sparkle.

For the cake, we used the groom’s parent’s cake topped. It was such an adorable heirloom touch.

And then for the groom’s cake, his favorite guitar was recreated.

Special thanks to all the vendors who helped create this fabulous event!

Photographer- Beaux Arts Photographie

Rentals- Town & Country

Linens- La Tavola

Lighitng- Ambient Event Design

Location- Doubletree Resort

Ceremony music- Aurora Ensemble

Cocktail music- Anthony Ybarra

Reception music- Nova Jazz

Wedding Cake- Montectio Confections

Planning/Design/Florals- Kelly Oshiro Design

For this wedding I incorporated the bride’s favorite colors and the play her sister used to read her as a child, A Midummer Night’s Dream.

For her bouquet, I used Magnolia leaves (from her home state of Missippippi), ranunculus, peonies, lavender, lilac, hudranga, and a touch of lily of the valley.

Pink ranunculus with lavender and geranium were pined on the groomsmen.

The twin flower girls carried copper buckets filled with lavender rose petals and gardenias in their hair.

For the pre-ceremony welcome drinks, I found this cool wrought iron piece that looks like a gothic window. I love the chippy paint and the color!

The ceremony aisle was lined with rose petals and sherperd’s hooks filled with flowers. I loved the Versaille chairs we used, such a nice change from the usual chivari chair.

For the ceremony arbor, I used magnolia leaves, lilac, hydranga and lavendar roses. I wanted to make the lilac drip down similar to wisteria which was another of the bride’s favorite things.

Up next.. the reception!

Photos by Beaux Arts Photographie. Full wedding planning, event design and florals by me. Location is the Doubletree Resort.

Super excited to (finally) be able to share this wedding! You can see all the details on Style Me Pretty, right here. Enjoy!

Photos by the lovely Kirsten Ellis of Beaux Arts Photographie. Shoes by Kate Spade. Flowers, design & planning by me.

I had so much fun doing this Americana themed Fourth of July Wedding. I used loads of red gingham ribbon for decor, along with pops of blue, white and yellow. It was such a cheery palette and perfect for a summer wedding.

For Alisa’s bouquet she knew she wanted red, but she also wanted daisys for sure. So I mixed peonies, dahlias, daisys and blue thistle for her all american look. Around the base, I wrapped her grandmother’s locket.

For the bridesmaids bouquets, I used buttons Alisa made from left over fabric from her table linens/quilting squares.

When I met with her she brought a bunch and wasn’t certain how to incorporate them, so I suggested using them on the bouquets/bouts and seating cards.

For the groomsmen I made boutonnieres that were all slightly different from each other. This one is nigella wrapped in burlap with a light blue button. Next up the ceremony and more details… Photos by the darling Kirsten Ellis of Beaux Arts Photographie.

Pink and lace is so feminine a combination, I love the idea off balancing the look with a location that has a bit of a dark and moody side. A forest or a long table setup in a grove of trees would be oh so pretty…

Description: Pink, lace, forest

Photos, from top, left to right: {Row 1} 1. Polly Wreford 2. Melanie Acevado {Row 2} 1. Melanie Acevado 2. Jo Tyler {Row 3} 1. Elizabeth Messina 2. Sandra Lane

I love that winter peonies are here and ranunculus are finally back too!

A hot pink ranunculus in an ink well from the 1870′s.

This arrangement is in a vintage aqua ball jar.

Happy Wednesday!

Photos & arrangements by me.

I’m not usually a purple fan, but I do love these unique flowers in this terranium.

I love this tea cup as a container! I love the muscari and veronica in here and how they add a little bit of unkemptness and movement to the arrangement.

Checkered watering can? Adorable! Sweetpeas? Super adorable!

Photos from top: 1. Ellen Silverman 2. Gemma Comas 3. Tim Evan Cook

I love a garden in full bloom, and with spring in full effect, I thought some pretty garden inspiration would be just the thing for a Monday.

I am in so in love with this garden wall. It would be so pretty as a back drop for ceremony or cocktail hour. The little turquoise finials are darling too.

In general, I’m not a big fan of  bird and floral patterns, but this cake just works for me. I love the simple shape with the rounded off corners, and the sweet touch of pale green ribbon.

The layering of floral patterns and fine crystal is just so pretty and delicate. With the short water tumblers and the hemstitch linen, I can totally picture this wedding happening in the family garden.

Images from top: 1. Chris Everard 2. Cindy DiPrima 3. Jo Tyler 4. Kate French

Its finally feels like spring is here! My cherry tree is blooming, the daffodils are out, and all I want to do is host a fun, springtime, brunch.

We could play lawn bowling and sport our cutest wellies.

Then I’d set the table with a simple taupe runner on an old beat up white table. I’d serve a menu of quiches along with a platter of fantastic cheese. I’d use loads of potted plants for decor (economical and a great hostess gift) and serve champagne. Aww, springtime…

Images from top: 1. & 2. Anna Skoog 3. Atlanta Bartlett

This inspiration board was inspired by the girl sitting by the window. I love the flowers in her hair, the open window, and I can totally picture her as a carefree relaxed bride. The wedding would feature a garden fresh menu, tons of sweets, flower girls in marabou skirts, and bunches of fresh tulips will decorate the tables.

Description: Playful, colorful, garden wedding

Images from left to right, top to bottom: {Row 1} 1. Lisa Lefkowitz 2. Laurence Pasquier 3. Helen Norman 4. Anna Skoog {Row 2} 1. Rose Hammick 2. Anna Skoog 3. Jose Villa {Row 3} 1. Anna Williams 2. Corrie Bond 3. Sandra Lane

Oh my, oh my! I’m so busy this week with a big project being completed (more on that later), parent’s visiting, and finalizing details and design for an upcoming wedding that I need to take  a mini-hiatus. I’ll be back next week!

Image: Ellen Silverman