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An Elevated Tropical Wedding Defined by Modern Simplicity at Four Seasons Maui

Lauren Megerdichian — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Off White, Cream, Nude, Light Beige, Pale Blush, Matte Black

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The overall vision was elevated coastal elegance, where relaxed tropical energy met clean, modern design. The weekend was imagined as a blend of oceanfront ease and refined simplicity, allowing Maui’s natural beauty to guide the aesthetic. Rather than overly ornate details, the focus was on thoughtful styling with an atmosphere that felt intimate and polished.

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Frank and Ella’s favorite snowboarding destination in the world is Whistler. Under the guise of celebrating a close friend’s recent birthday, Frank planned a trip there with two friends, all while secretly orchestrating a proposal. On their very first day on the mountain, however, things didn’t go quite as planned: Frank led Ella down an icy, rocky cliff she wasn’t prepared for, and she slid headfirst down the mountainside on her back, in tears and absolutely furious with him. Deciding the timing was less than ideal, Frank postponed the proposal to the following evening. Frank arranged an intimate dinner at their hotel and casually suggested that Ella “wear something nice.” She immediately reminded him that she had packed only snow gear and had nothing dressy to wear. Sitting on the couch, feeling both suspicious and significantly underdressed, Ella looked up to find Frank in front of her on one knee, holding a ring box and smiling.

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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The Jenny Yoo wedding gown offers a modern take on classic bridal style, featuring a strapless ballgown silhouette with a structured, corset-inspired bodice and sweetheart neckline. A full skirt in subtle floral jacquard adds texture and movement without overwhelming the design, while a lace-up back and sweeping train provide a dramatic finish. Overall, it’s a refined and elegant look with clean, romantic appeal.[/field]
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The bridesmaid dresses featured a cohesive, tonal palette of blush, champagne, and soft rose for a modern, understated look. Each gown had a distinct neckline ranging from halter draping to delicate straps, adding variety while maintaining consistency. Silky, figure-skimming fabrics with a subtle sheen brought dimension and a polished finish without overpowering the overall aesthetic.

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[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groomsmen wore tailored sand-toned suits paired with crisp white shirts for a classic, outdoor-ready look. Sage green ties added a fresh, coordinated accent, while brown leather shoes and simple white boutonnieres with greenery tied into the setting. The overall effect was a modern, cohesive take on neutral suiting.[/field]
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Tray-passed cocktails included a cucumber green tea spritzer with vodka, a ginger-lemongrass “Thaigarita” with tequila, and Champagne, alongside bites like ahi cones, short rib rolls, pork belly, and grilled halloumi. Dinner began with a Maui salad, followed by a choice of sea bass with pineapple fried rice, New York steak with truffle potato gratin, or tofu “scallops” with seasonal vegetables. Dessert featured a baked pineapple crisp, and late-night bites ranged from grilled cheese to elevated options like lobster on sweet bread and BBQ short rib.

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Set against Maui’s ocean backdrop, the design balanced tropical elements with a modern, refined aesthetic. Florals mixed soft garden blooms with select tropical accents for layered texture, while seagrass lanterns and pillar candles added warmth and depth. Lounge areas with wood and white furnishings, along with a round bar and fire table, completed the cohesive, elevated setting.[/field]
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The ceremony began with a prelude piano performed by the Island Kings Band’s solo pianist. As cocktail hour began, the Island Kings Band transitioned into a lively duo, carrying their energy through the reception. The first dance, a swinging rendition of Frank Sinatra’s “Fly Me to the Moon,” set the tone for an evening of nonstop music, with the band performing live for the entire celebration.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The Maui destination wedding weekend kicked off with a welcome sunset sail, setting the tone for a tropical, casual, and fun “Welcome to Maui” vibe. Guests were greeted aboard with curated beach bags filled with thoughtful goodies: an “Aloha” tote, a Turkish towel, a bucket hat, a custom Ella + Frank koozie, and a wedding itinerary insert.[/field]
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A custom monogram was created by Lively House and Home that was woven throughout the day of paper details. It added a modern and classic touch to the menus and signs.

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[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The morning after the wedding, guests fueled up at a grab-and-go breakfast and smoothie station, with tropical juices, cold brews, and hydration stations and picniced on the beach. Guest reminisced, swam, and soaked up the sun with Ella and Frank and newlyweds.[/field]
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A Timeless French Wedding with Classic Romance and American Influence at Chateau de Lacoste

Lauren Megerdichian — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:30:00 +0000

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We envisioned a wedding that felt timeless and elegant, while also reflecting the blend of our cultures. Classic French romance at its core, with a hint of American flair.

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After eight years of long-distance across the Atlantic, Brad surprised me with a proposal I’ll never forget. At sunset, on a cliff in Half Moon Bay, he got down on one knee (while a photographer quietly hid in the bushes to capture the moment). We spent the weekend celebrating at the Ritz-Carlton, making it all feel even more magical.

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My wedding dress truly felt like it chose me, rather than the other way around. It may sound cliché, but the moment I put it on, I simply knew, and so did my sister and my now mother-in-law, who shared that special moment with me. It can feel intimidating to find a dress that truly feels like you among a mountain of fabric, tulle, and lace, but when it clicks, you know.

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[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]For my bridesmaids, I wanted each of them to wear a black dress that made them feel truly confident and like themselves. They all rose to the occasion beautifully, and I felt incredibly lucky to be surrounded by such remarkable women, inside and out.[/field]
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With the overall palette kept entirely white, we wanted the food and drinks to bring both color and life to the celebration. We saw the menu as a love letter to France, and to Dordogne in particular, with foie gras, truffles, oysters, a series of colorful cold soups, along with a tomato bar. Naturally, we couldn’t resist adding an American twist, so burgers and fries made a well-timed appearance at midnight. The cocktails were just as personal: kir royals and old fashioneds in tribute to our families, while spritzes and gin basil cocktails were inspired by our travels.

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Our florist truly brought the wedding to life. We had fun incorporating a few unexpected touches, like a floral path around the champagne tower, along with a custom flower backdrop and a garland of falling flowers above the head table. Each area was designed to feel distinct, while the flowers themselves remained simple and seasonal. A quiet nod to the beauty of our countryside surroundings.[/field]
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The wedding cake was where we fully embraced a touch of American flair, grand in scale, beautiful in design, and, of course, delicious! Yet its flavor was rooted in something more intimate: blackberry and vanilla, inspired by childhood memories of gathering berries in the woods with my siblings for our grandmother’s jam.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Designing the invitations myself was a labor of love, and it quickly became one of my favorite parts of the process. There’s something about working with paper that feels inherently beautiful: the play of shadows through embossing, the texture of pressed paper, timeless, delicate, and deeply special. I was incredibly grateful to the team at Letterpress of Paris, who collaborated with such care and patience to make it all come together.[/field]
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They say “mariage pluvieux, mariage heureux,” and for us, it couldn’t have been more fitting. Despite the worrying forecasts in the weeks before, the timing of the rain felt almost miraculous. The rain would stop just moments before each of our planned events, then quietly return once they were over. It even tempered the Dordogne’s summer heat. We couldn’t help but feel it was all meant to be.

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A Sun-Drenched Sonoma Vineyard Wedding Inspired by Nature and Nostalgia

Lauren Megerdichian — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

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Pear green, blush pink, soft creams, and hints of butter yellow, grounded with touches of pecan for contrast.

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Drew and I had a clear vision for our wedding: an outdoor celebration immersed in nature, warmth, and soft light. Being outside has always been central to our relationship—whether running up and down the Westside HWY in NYC, through Rock Creek, our neighborhood park in Washington, DC, escaping to the beaches of Oak Bluffs and Amagansett, or lying beneath fiddle-leaf trees in Rincon—so we wanted our wedding day to feel effortless and al fresco, with everyone gathered together under the sun enjoying good food, good drinks, and each other. I grew up in Sonoma, where cool, foggy mornings give way to warm, golden evenings that seem to stretch on among vineyard hills. It was during a run with Drew through one of these vineyards that we knew this setting perfectly captured our vision. I had grown up attending the opening of Jacuzzi Family Vineyards—owned by the family of a lifelong friend and inspired by their Italian heritage—and its Tuscan-style piazza felt like the ideal place to bring everyone together outdoors. Since Drew proposed at a winery in Aix-en-Provence, celebrating our marriage at a winery in Sonoma felt especially meaningful. We drew inspiration from personal memories in Sonoma and the region’s native flora, letting the surrounding landscape guide the design.

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I had just graduated from my Master’s program and dreamed of celebrating with a trip to the south of France—a place I had never been and was eager to experience. Drew and I planned our trip to begin in Aix-en-Provence and continue through towns including Cassis, Saint-Tropez, and Nice. We knew we wanted to explore the wineries of Provence, so we scheduled several tastings, including one Drew had set up at Château de la Gaude on our third night in Aix. When we arrived at Chateau de la Gaude, I expected a lively tasting room, but instead we were led to a private terrace overlooking the grounds. During the tasting, the sommelier casually mentioned that one of the final bottles was reserved for women who were engaged—something that somehow didn’t register in the moment. Afterward, I asked the sommelier to take a few photos of us in the gardens, and after just a minute of posing, Drew stepped away, got down on one knee, and proposed. We celebrated with dinner at the château that evening and carried an overwhelming feeling of joy with us for the rest of the trip.

Wedding gown: My wedding dress was Zinaida by Maggie Sottero. It had a pleated, strapless bodice, an A-line silhouette, and was covered with buttons trailing all the way to the hem. While the original design featured a keyhole and cap sleeves, I chose to fill in the keyhole and remove the sleeves to create a cleaner, more timeless silhouette. Later in the evening, I changed into a second dress for dancing—a mini by Vivienne Westwood that felt playful yet refined. The structured silhouette and softly draped neckline brought a modern edge while still feeling timeless, making it the perfect piece to transition into the celebration.

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For my bridesmaids’ dresses, I wanted to reflect the softness of Sonoma’s natural landscape rather than limit the palette to a single color. Inspired by weddings that embraced a mix of hues, I chose a blend of pear greens, blush pinks, and subtle hints of butter yellow. I loved how each bridesmaid selected a shade that suited her, and together they looked harmonious and beautifully individual.

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Food and drinks: We chose Park Avenue Catering after attending another wedding they catered and falling completely in love with the food; we knew immediately we wanted them for ours. We welcomed guests before the ceremony with watermelon lemonade and cucumber-mint water, setting the tone for a warm Sonoma evening. During cocktail hour, passed bites like grilled peach–tomato bruschetta, scallop and watermelon crudo, and summer corn arancini reflected the season and the setting. Our signature cocktails included “The Elderflower,” made with prosecco, St-Germain, sparkling water, and a lemon twist, and a “Barrel-Aged Brandy Manhattan” with Carpano vermouth, bitters, and cherries in brandy syrup. For dinner, we envisioned a long, al fresco gathering that felt like a family meal but elevated for the occasion. Guests began with a watermelon and arugula salad with Bulgarian feta, oil-cured olives, and sumac vinaigrette, then chose between roasted scallops with summer corn succotash and corn butter, grilled tri tip with lemon-pepper rub and salsa verde, or fontinella cheese ravioli with wild mushrooms and chardonnay-truffle butter. To preserve that communal feeling, bowls of fusilli with squash, corn, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon, and shaved parmesan were served family-style. Wines throughout the evening featured a curated selection from Jacuzzi Family Vineyards and Cline Cellars, the sister winery just across the street, including Prosecco, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Rosé. For dessert, guests had the option between lemon olive oil or red velvet wedding cake, a gelato cart, and affogatos—a nod both to the Tuscan-inspired setting and to Rome, our first international trip together.

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For our ceremony, the aisle and altar were lined with light green hydrangeas and soft pink roses, creating a romantic, garden-like setting. The hydrangeas were my subtle nod to the East Coast, where our love story began, while the roses reflected those scattered throughout Sonoma. During cocktail hour, the palette shifted slightly brighter. A sunflower statement arrangement anchored the space, another nod to my memories of planting sunflowers as a young girl in my backyard in Sonoma, complemented by petite butter-yellow florals that echoed the warmth of the early evening sun. Our seating display—one of my favorite design elements—was also unveiled during cocktail hour. Inspired by the venue’s olive oil press roots (and Drew and my shared love of bread and olive oil at dinner), we used travel-sized bottles of the estate’s olive oil as escort cards, each tagged with a guest’s name and table number that they could take home with them. As guests moved into the piazza for the reception, the tables were layered with small vases of sunflowers, roses, blush dahlias, and apple-green centered daisies set atop vineyard-inspired patterned linens in soft greens. To echo the setting even further, we incorporated fruit styling—clusters of green and red grapes, blackberries, and halved figs—woven throughout the tablescape to add richness and texture. To balance the organic floral print, I worked with Salt & Paper Press to design custom menus in light green and cream stripes, placed on pecan rattan chargers to introduce warmth and a subtle structured contrast. When the evening transitioned into dancing, the ceremony florals were thoughtfully transplanted onto the dance floor, allowing the lush hydrangeas and roses to frame the celebration once again. Potted olive trees from the venue were arranged around the band, filling open space and reinforcing the vineyard setting.

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We chose Flour & Bloom to create our wedding cake and selected two flavors to offer a bit of contrast—lemon olive oil for something light and fresh, and red velvet for a richer, more indulgent option. For the design, I wanted to incorporate refined color through natural accents, leaning into the Sonoma setting with halved figs, blackberries, and blush rose petals. The result felt organic and elegant, seamlessly tying the cake into the overall floral and fruit-forward aesthetic of the day.

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I walked down the aisle to a string trio rendition of “Best Part” by Daniel Caesar, a song that has become intertwined with our second anniversary and holds meaning in our relationship. During the ceremony, Drew’s father read 1 Corinthians 13:1–7, 13, and Drew’s sister (also one of my bridesmaids), followed with a beautiful performance of a piano rendition of “Simply the Best.” A particularly meaningful moment came when our reverend invited both our guests and us to quietly choose a word they hoped would define and bless our future together. It was such a simple gesture, yet afterward so many loved ones came up to share their chosen word with us, making the moment feel deeply personal and lasting. For our first dance, we chose “Can I Call You Rose,” a song that has always felt like ours. Rose is my middle name, and whenever the song would come on, Drew would immediately pull me in to dance or sing it to me, softly calling me Rose. Dancing to it that night felt like sharing one of our most tender, everyday moments with everyone we love.

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A Modern Black & White Wedding Designed to Complement Its Architectural Setting

Lauren Megerdichian — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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All White with Seasonal Natural Greenery, Acrylic Black Accents with Glass detailing

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Based on the venue, the couple wanted to enhance the venue instead of contrast; they stayed with the all-black and white color story using elevated florals, premium florals, and large-format signage

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From the Bride’s POV: I should have known something was up long before we got to Boyne Mountain. That morning, while I was getting ready, Steven casually told me he needed to give the neighbor a screwdriver. A screwdriver. It didn’t make sense, but I didn’t push it—I just filed it away as one of those moments I’d probably laugh about later. We headed to the SkyBridge, and I was genuinely excited. When we got to the gate, the guard mentioned there would be a videographer on the bridge. That immediately caught my attention, but before I could ask anything, Steven explained that they might be filming a commercial for the new bridge. That seemed reasonable enough… even though my suspicion level quietly jumped. As we started walking across the SkyBridge, I tried to take everything in—the views, the height, the feeling of being surrounded by sky. Still, something felt different. Steven was calm, steady, and smiling in that way he does when he knows something I don’t. Then, right there on the bridge, he stopped. The mountains stretched out around us, and the moment suddenly felt very real. When he got down on one knee, everything made sense at once—the screwdriver, the videographer, the strange little clues I had ignored. I don’t even remember hearing the question all the way through before I said yes. Standing there on the SkyBridge at Boyne Mountain on August 10, 2023, I realized I was saying yes to a lifetime of love, laughter, and surprises with the person who somehow managed to pull off the perfect proposal right in front of me. And no, we weren’t in a commercial—but it turned out to be something much better.

The Wedding Shoppe / Sophia and Camilla

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Floor length, black satin, all different styles

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Groom: The Tux Shoppe on Woodward, Shinola Watch Groomsmen: The Tux Shoppe on Woodward, Matching Shinola Watches

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The Station at Shepherds Hollow prides itself on world-class food and beverage service. The guests were passed specialty drinks and appetizers during cocktail hour, following a 3-course meal, a premium coffee bar, and dessert service

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Seasonal Florals in all white and natural greenery, including: White hydrangeas, stocks, peonies, spray roses, ranunculus, trailing phalenophis orchids, sweet pea, and greenery detailing in oversized Olive branches and Italian rusks

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Just a petite cutting cake, paired side by side with a champagne tower for a duo in the center of the reception room. The cake was supplied by For the Love of Sugar Detroit

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]From the bride:
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A Marine Surrealist Wedding Inspired by Pearls, Sandstone, and the Sea

Lauren Megerdichian — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:30:00 +0000

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We moved away from traditional tropical tropes to explore a dreamscape of iridescent pearls and raw sandstone textures. The vision was “Marine Surrealism,” a dialogue between fluid organic shapes and polished, modern installations. We wanted the design to feel like an ethereal extension of the coast rather than an addition to it.

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Iridescent Pearl, Oyster White, Sandstone, and Translucent Sea-Foam.

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Set along the breathtaking Andaman Coast, the celebration was hosted across the interconnected grounds of ANDAAMAN – Villa ANDA & Villa AMANN. The venue was chosen for its striking modernist architecture and its immediate proximity to the tide. We utilized transparent materials to ensure the vast horizon remained the primary protagonist of the day, allowing the setting to feel both immersive and uninterrupted. What sets ANDAAMAN – Luxury Beachfront Villa apart is its rare ability to host a fully customized stage over the ocean—an architectural feature that extends the ceremony directly into the sea, rather than simply overlooking it. Unlike many villas in Phuket that offer only sea views, this experience places guests within the landscape itself, creating a truly distinctive and elevated sense of place. It served as a pristine “blank canvas” for a design celebrating the purity of the ocean.

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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The gown was a study in movement, featuring a high-neck halter silhouette and a sweeping, semi-sheer cape. To bridge the gap between fashion and the natural world, we finished the look with avant-garde pearl eye-art and organic shell hair-pieces. It was designed to make the bride appear as if she were drifting through a sea of silk.[/field]
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In collaboration with FW Signature Phuket, we opted for monochromatic white orchids and carnations used in sculptural clusters. The ceremony was anchored by a custom clear acrylic stage and a magnificent shell-triptych backdrop. Every touchpoint, from the pearl-beaded chargers to the translucent chairs, reinforced a sense of weightless, coastal elegance.

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[field title=”Favorite Design Element”]Our favorite detail was the bespoke ceremony backdrop, a sculptural masterpiece inspired by the organic silhouette of a shell. We took immense pride in the meticulous sourcing of materials, ensuring each element resonated deeply with the coastal environment. This installation transformed a structural necessity into a tactile work of marine art, perfectly capturing the intentionality and refined craftsmanship behind the entire design.[/field]
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Focus on “invisible” architecture by using glass and acrylic to let the natural scenery breathe. Balance these sharp, modern elements with high-texture organic details like raw shells to keep the design from feeling too clinical. Finally, consider the acoustic layer; replacing a standard playlist with live harp music adds an ethereal depth.

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A Yacht Club Summer Wedding Inspired by the Waterways of Belle Isle

Lauren Megerdichian — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

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Seasonal Water Hues Based on their Historic Yacht Club Location on Belle Isle, Outside of Detroit: Whites, and Shades of Blue with accents of gold

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To play off the water around the property, the bride designed seasonal hues of blues, focusing on big-blooming hydrangeas and white roses, detailed with upgraded linens, accents of candles, and gold details.

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KAYLEE & KYLE’S STORY… starts back in 2016 at Michigan State University. They were both headed to an SAE date party with different people (shout out James) and first met as they hopped in the car to drive down to Chicago. Neither of them had any idea that they had just met the love of their life. Fast forward a few months to another date party, this time in Toronto. Some might say it was fate, Kyle’s date bailed on him at the last minute (womp womp), but his now good friend Kaylee was free to join him. That weekend in Toronto was when everything changed. They laughed, talked for hours, and had the time of their lives together. Seven years later, on October 21st, 2023, they were back in the city where their love began, Toronto. Kyle, knowing how special the city was to them, chose this spot, a park with an iconic view of the skyline, as the place to propose to Kaylee.

Dress & Veil are from The Wedding Shoppe, Berkley, MI, heels are fromStuart Weitzman, and jewelry was Moissanite co 2nd Outfit: dress from House of CB, gloves are from Cornelia James, pearl shoes badgley Mischa, and pearl jewelry Jennifer Behr

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Bridesmaids: from Azazie – shade steel blue in metallic satin & stretch satin

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Groom: tux and bow tie from State and Liberty, shoes and cuff links were Ferragamo, and the watch omega. Groomsmen: state and liberty, dark blue suits with black accents

Provided all in-house from Detroit Yacht Club

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Florals and Decor designed by the bride and her florist, Jen House Design. The design incorporated guest tables in a round table with a highlight captain-style table down the center of the historic ballroom. A highlight point with the decor, with the gorgeous candle staircase welcoming guests into the space

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Cakes by Stephanie, a very traditional cake for cutting

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The staircase details welcoming guests into the historic building

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The bride and grooms late night photo shoot was a huge standout. The 2nd dress is amazing, and the bride had a blast running all over the venue with her new husband. The photographer incorporated both film and direct flash photography.

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A Napa Wedding with a Dramatic Floral Transformation Inspired by Chili Oil at Stanly Ranch

Lauren Megerdichian — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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The colors were really important and were meant to evolve as the wedding progressed throughout the event. The ceremony and cocktail hour were all white and green, and then as guests transitioned into the dinner/dancing space, there was a big pop of red brought in.

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The vision was to create a very ethereal setting in the ceremony, with the focus being a large organic floral wall that was a show stopper. As guests entered dinner, the florals brought in a big pop of red with a nod to the couple’s love of chili oil. There were also real chili peppers in the floral arrangements, the custom place cards were chili peppers, and there were chili oil containers on each table. They also wanted another show-stopping piece as guests entered dinner, and that was the hanging floral chandelier that spanned the width of the ballroom and hung above the dance floor.

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Angela and Max met in business school in 2019. While there was never a shortage of things to do during school, they always secretly hoped they’d see each other out and about. Eventually, they became intertwined in the same group of friends who would see each other continuously, and they had the opportunity to get to know each other better. It was during the COVID pandemic that Max and Angela started spending more time together and started dating. They got through many TV shows (in particular, Chef’s Table) and home-cooked meals as they braved COVID isolation together in the early stages of their relationship! They moved to San Francisco after graduating and now live with their wonderful dog, Raven. Tidbits: What was your most memorable date? A road trip to Mendocino for Angela’s birthday,y where we had an incredible lunch at Harbor House Inn right along the ocean. What’s your favorite activity together? Exploring the world with our dog, Raven. Usually, our adventures end with burritos . Where are you going for your honeymoon? Undecided, but we love visiting new and culturally different places together. Thinking maybe Argentina or Brazil! What’s the best meal you have eaten together? Lazy bear in SF and Jeong in Chicago! What’s the most memorable trip you have taken together? Our travel to the British Virgin Islands, which was also our first trip together. We had a beautiful place all to ourselves with an infinity pool looking over the island of Tortola and the ocean. We took class remotely as we devoured breakfast tacos every morning. A life goal of ours we’re hyped to operate a bougie dog shelter with tons of land and luxury beds for all the dogs. We’ll probably add in a few other farm animals too for the vibe What were your first impressions of each other? Angela’s first impression of Max: So tall! And he seems so nice and wholesome. Max’s first impression of Angela: Very well put together and more joyous than you can imagine! What’s your ideal day in SF together? Start the day with a hard workout (mind the gains). Sip some matcha for Angela and a vanilla sweet cream cold brew for Max, and avocado toast. Head to the park with Raven to lounge and hang out with our friends. Or, get some sketching and reading done at the park. Walk around the city afterwards and stop for a frozen yogurt snack at Souvla. We’d end the night with burritos/tacos or a healthy homemade recipe we’re trying for the first time, and a nice cocktail at one of our favorite bars (ABV or True Laurel)!

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Each bridesmaid got to select their own dress!

Food was extremely important, and one of the reasons they chose their venue was due to the elevated and fine dining quality of food. Below is their menu! It was a 3-course plated dinner, and then for dessert they had 3 chocolate fountains – milk, white, and dark with an assortment of dipping items. They also brought in Momofuku Chili Crunch to be at each table. Passed Apps: Dungeness Crab Cake, Smoked Beef Tenderloi,n Mushroom Crosti, ni Lobster Rice Paper Roll The Bar: “Her” Signature Cocktail – Classic Margarita “His” Signature Cocktail – Old Fashioned Dinner: 1st course: Sugar Snap Pea Salad 2nd course: Saffron Risotto with dungeness crab, chive, smoked pimento Entrees: Tamari-Glazed Black Cod bok choy, scallion relish, forbidden rice, miso pickled mushrooms, miso-citrus glaze or NY Striploin yukon potato puree, broccolini, oven dried tomatoes, bordelaise Thenthe very popular chocolate fountainsr!

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Florals were the main focus for the design. Llave did an amazing job of making each flower feel intentional and curated. They were intended to feel wild and organic with a structural touch and to provide lots of visual interest. The scale of the hanging floral chandelier was unimaginable and took everyone’s breath away. The signage was extremely personalized, with the table numbers being important places/things from Angela + Max’s relationship. The place cards were die-cut chili peppers to tie in the red/chili pepper motif. We also did some pinning to create a more vintage linen/drape effect on the accent tables, like the dessert station and the wedding cake.

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The wedding cake was made by the venue’s pastry team, and they did an incredible job. The design was also intended to feel cohesive with the reception space.

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Chili Pepper – in the florals, place cards, chili oil on the tables

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Angela + Max changed into traditional Chinese wedding clothes as a nod to her heritage

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A Playful Coastal Wedding Inspired by the Charm of Martha’s Vineyard

Lauren Megerdichian — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:30:00 +0000

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Our palette mostly consisted of earth tones – blue, green, orange, and yellow. I wanted to have fun with prints and florals and not have anything feel too formal. Our wedding took place in a small coastal town (Edgartown, MA), so we tied in a lot of elements from the sea, including oyster shell name tags and clamshell menus.

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We met through mutual friends (Paige’s best friend is married to Kevin’s brother) and quickly hit it off through our shared sense of humor. After 3 years of dating, Kevin proposed at the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia, PA, on June 29th, 2024. After a private proposal, I was led to our favorite dive bar for a surprise engagement party with all of our closest family and friends.

We both wanted to find elevated looks for our special day, so we knew we had to choose our designers wisely. The dress I chose was one of the first few I tried on, and it was love at first sight. I wore a high-neck, long-sleeve lace Danielle Frankel dress, purchased in NYC.

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Signature drinks were a dirty martini, a margarita, and a Manhattan. Fresh oysters were shucked during cocktail hour. The first course for dinner was a Mezzaluna salad with artichokes and fennel. The entree was a choice of red wine braised short ribs with roasted lobster tail or butternut squash ravioli. [/field]
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The florals were beyond anything I could have imagined. We kept the ceremony colors very muted, but there was still such a whimsical feel with the amaranthus falling out of the pews. The florals at the reception provided pops of color, dramatic height, and added so much personality to the venue.

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Our private first look at the beach was a beautiful moment we had together before the chaos of the day ensued. The pictures are also our favorite to look back on.

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