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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

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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!

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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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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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A Palm Beach-Inspired Wedding Blending Coastal Charm with Lowcountry Elegance

Lauren Megerdichian — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

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Bride and Wedding Designer Isabel drew deep inspiration from the timeless charm of vintage Palm Beach- most notably the iconic The Colony Hotel. The design embraced the hotel’s signature aesthetic, layering playful patterns, vibrant color, and tropical motifs. These Palm Beach influences were thoughtfully intertwined with elements of the Lowcountry, Isabel and Daniel’s home, bringing in an added sense of place and personal meaning. The result was a beautifully balanced design narrative: where breezy coastal elegance met bold, whimsical detail, and every layer, from textiles to décor, worked together to create a celebration that felt immersive, intentional, and entirely their own.

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Daniel and Isabel were planning a ski trip to Zermatt, Switzerland, in February 2024, and Isabel had a feeling this would be the trip where Daniel proposed. Her intuition was spot on… and Daniel quickly realized she was onto him. The week before their trip, Isabel had planned what she thought was a surprise 27th birthday party for Daniel. What she didn’t know? The idea had been cleverly planted by Daniel himself, with a little help from his mom’s encouragement to Isabel. The two were staying at the Hotel Bennett in Charleston for his birthday when Daniel completely caught Isabel off guard. At sunset, he led her onto the balcony of their suite and proposed. Of course, she said yes, still thinking she would be leading him to his surprise birthday party afterward. That’s when Daniel revealed the twist: the “birthday party” had been his plan all along. Together, they flipped the script, welcoming their friends not to a birthday celebration but to a surprise engagement party instead. Daniel successfully surprised both Isabl, and their friends who came to celebrate his birthday!

Isabel wore the Demi Bodice and Micah Ball Skirt set from Danielle Frankel’s Spring 2025 Collection. She found both pieces in Danielle Frankel’s New York City atelier. The Demi top features a silk wool strapless draped bodice with a soft basque waistline, and the Micah Skirt a dramatic silk wool ball skirt with a basque waist yoke and bubble hem detail. She paired the gown with Jimmy Choo’s Lotta Ivory Tulle Pumps, her great-grandmother’s (and namesake’s!) vintage pearl earrings and brown topaz dinner ring, and her mother’s tennis bracelet. Her after-party dress was a reworked vintage Danielle Frankel light pink mini dress- with a similar drop waist, bubble hem style as her ceremony and reception dress. The slight, light pink color of the dress matched perfectly with the wedding decor. She paired the after-party dress with a pair of Gucci Horsebit Platform Heels.

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The bridesmaids wore an array of dress styles and textures in shades of light pink. From dress designers Leo Lin to Alexis, the mix of fabrics and slight changes in hues added a layered, playful vibe to the wedding party photos.

The guests enjoyed an array of Lowcountry cuisine- including fried green tomatoes, oysters, and locally caught Swordfish – one of Groom Daniel’s favorite fish to catch on Isabel’s family’s offshore fishing boat. Daniel’s love of golf was also present with the specialty drink “Transfusion”- an iconic beverage consisting of vodka, ginger ale, and grape juice. Guests also enjoyed late-night espresso martinis passed on antique trays to keep the party going.

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Upon entering the tent, guests were welcomed by a striking entry table, adorned with an abundant, huge floral arrangement by Willow Event Designs, a collection of antique tchotchkes gathered by the bride, and a playful touch of faux flamingos. Lush, velvet draping swagged throughout the tent and created a “waterfall” effect behind the band- creating a warm, intimate setting. This artful blend of lush draping, expressive florals, and distinctive objects- like porcelain roses or antique bird cages- was woven throughout the reception, inviting guests to pause, look closer, and fully immerse themselves in the layered, pink-and-green, vintage Palm Beach-inspired design.

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Isabel & Daniel chose to go with an untraditional, abstract & fun wedding cake design. Flower Child executed their vision perfectly with a four-tier hummingbird-flavored cake with cream cheese frosting- featuring abstract piping and, of course, touches of pink and green florals to match the wedding design.

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Bride Isabel spent the months prior to her wedding day collecting antiques and family belongings to adorn the reception space with. These objects painted the picture of Isabel and Daniel’s background and love story – from locally made sweetgrass baskets purchased in Downtown Charleston to giant conch shells found by the couple on their many trips to the Bahamas.

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An iconic wrapped dance floor completed the reception space- featuring the same vintage artwork featured on the invitations, printed by Dear Elouise. The light pink background and larger-than-life images tied the space together and became the focal point of the evening.

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A Tuscan Inspired Rooftop Wedding with a Moody, Restaurant-Style Reception

Lauren Megerdichian — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

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Mauve, orange, yellow, green, black

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We basically had a full team filled with fabulous ideas, aka Brooke, Michael, and both of their moms, along with our incredibly helpful planner, Michelle Vining at Lola Event Productions, to help guide us along the way. No idea was too big or small, and when we decided to partner with our decor company, HMR, everything came together seamlessly. Our venue, Harris Theater Rooftop Terrace, lent itself to the themes and color palettes we ultimately landed on. Our cocktail hour was open-air outdoors in the heart of downtown Chicago, but in Millennium Park, surrounded by trees and foliage. We pulled the outdoor, Tuscan-inspired terrace for the cocktail hour. The reception space was inside a tent, which took guests inside a restaurant-style, moody setting, inspired by the restaurant Carbone. Our wedding also landed on the first weekend of October, so we really wanted to bring in some elements of summer (cocktail hour), moving into fall (reception space). A lot of thought was put into it!

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In 2022, Brooke and Michael both separately attended a March Madness game in Chicago, where Brooke’s college won, so naturally, she went out to celebrate with friends. The two were introduced by mutual friends at the nearby bar, Crossroads. We were very much drawn to one another, and after just a few weeks of getting to know one another, we quickly became official. We moved into our condo in Lincoln Park, IL, in May 2024 with the intention of being engaged shortly thereafter. Michael then proposed on the deck of our first home together on August 15, 2024.

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Cocktail featured an “Ice Ice Baby” themed seafood raw bar, along with passed favorites like mini grilled cheeses in soup and cheeseburger dumplings with mini modelos. Dinner started with a Dirty Martini Greens salad served in a martini glass. Following was a Pasta Mandera with sausage and vodka sauce. The main was a Seared Filet Au Poivre with Brussels sprouts and potato gratin.

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HMR created a beautiful and grand fountain installation for the outdoor cocktail hour space,e and we thought it would be cute and engaging to throw pennies into said fountain throughout the night. Instead of using real pennies, we took it a step further and customized the coins with our “BM” branding. The guests had such a fun time tossing their coins and making a “well-wish” for the newlyweds, and we got to keep a memento for ourselves.

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The wedding cake was a five-tier masterpiece, with each layer in a different vintage-inspired shape and design, topped with an orb of roses. There were two flavors. First was a chocolate cake with peanut butter whipped marscapone icing and Biscoff streusel, then also a carrot cake with cream cheese icing. There were several small desserts like mini tiramisu and cannoli tartlets.

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Hands down, our first dance was a favorite moment. We worked very hard for months, taking dance lessons,s so seeing it come to life so successfully was a dream. We danced to Like a Prayer by Madonna. We had all of our friends and family create a “circle of love” as we performed our dance. Once the dance was complete, the song continued, and we guestsjoinedn us during the upbeat part of the song, and it was truly something of an adrenaline rush to see everyone’s excited and belting out the lyrics.

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Video mapping! From the very beginning, Michael was fixated on the large, plain, white wall in the cocktail hour space, and HMR delivered on an unbelievably unique and personalized touch to add video mapping that closed the loop on our Tuscan-inspired cocktail hour vibe. Throughout the evening, the video mapping evolved from a plain historic-looking castle, slowly growing vines and blooming flowers, flickering sconces, and then Brooke and Michael appeared in one of the balconies of the castle window, waving goodbye to their guests! So iconic!

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A Colorful Coastal Garden Wedding with Waterfront Views and a High-Energy Reception

Lauren Megerdichian — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0000

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Amanda and Nick chose Bright and Pastel Shades of Blue, Blush, Ivory, Pink, Peach, Apricot, Sage, Shades of Green, with Rattan and Wood Textures throughout for a fun, colorful Florida wedding

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Whimsical, Elegant, Modern, Garden-inspired ceremony, and vibrant Coastal charm Cocktail and Reception. The couple wanted to emphasize their waterfront venue with the design by bringing color into the coastal landscape without taking away from its natural beauty. It was important to them to have a high-energy DJ and saxophonist for the dancing portion of the reception.

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Hors d’oeuvres: Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Blackened Chicken Skewer, Edamame Pot Sticker, Maine Lobster Salad in Mini Ice Cream Cone, Beef Wellington, Mushroom Arancini Salad “landaise”, Baby Greens, Bacon Lardons, Candied Walnuts, Heirloom Tomatoes, Sherry Vinaigrette, Crostini. Guests chose between Grilled Beef Tenderloin and Marinated Snapper as their main entrée. Drinks: Deluxe bar package, tray passed specialty margarita & white wine, “Her” specialty drink was a skinny margarita, “His” specialty drink was Miller High Life

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Colorful arrangements with Roses, Ranunculus, Stock, lisianthus, and sweet pea. The Bridal Bouquet was a Beautiful, garden-inspired, and textural hand-tied bouquet designed with muted pastel color blooms and a light accent of delicate greenery. Bridesmaids ‘ bouquets were petite and modern hand-tied bouquets, coordinating with the bridal bouquet designed in a smaller size with slightly more color. Groom’s Boutonniere: Pink or coral ranunculus with a small accent of greenery. Ceremony: The Pergola adored with hanging smilax vine and touch of assorted bright blooms to create a whimsical, garden-inspired setting for the ceremony; 8 floral arrangements were placed along the aisle to compliment the altar Cocktail Hour: High top tables were highlighted with a short bud vase featuring assorted bright and pastel blooms and a touch of greenery; each bar had a garden-inspired floral arrangement Reception: The head table-scape featured a mix of short various heights bud vases in with muted pastel blooms and assorted greenery, LED pillar and votive candles in wicker holders; the 10 guest round tables included arrangements with lush and low arrangement designed in low “Winnie” compote vase with muted colorful blooms and assorted greenery, and votive candles. From Oak & Ash: Floral Rattan Placemats, Dusty Blue Water Goblets, French Scroll Dinner Plates, Olivia Flatware, and Amalfi Umbrellas for ceremony shade From Palacios: White and Light Wood Dance floor, Rattan Lanterns hanging above dance floor, Tuscan Cross Back Natural for ceremony, Natural Bentwood Chairs for reception, and the white bar and green hedgewall behind From Nuage Designs: Wedgewood Charleston table linens for Reception From BBJ La Tavola: Oasis Pomelo linens for Cocktail Hour From Laconic: Customized seating chart wall with limoncello bottles as guest favors (Groom’s favorite); custom welcome sign, bar signs and custom table numbers

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Since the bride and groom don’t like cake, they did an assorted cookie bar instead: included Chocolate Chunk, Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate, Triple Chocolate Caramel Pretzel, Oatmeal Raisin

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The couple had His & Her signature drinks, and “The Charlie” after their dog (a glass of water). Bar signs included an illustration of Charlie, Custom matchbooks with couples’ names and wedding date[/field]
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An Elevated Garden Party Wedding Designed Around a Family Estate

Lauren Megerdichian — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:30:00 +0000

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The colour palette was designed to feel timeless and organic, echoing the natural beauty of the home and property. Soft neutrals like light woods, white, beige, and ivory, were layered with delicate blush tones and natural greens drawn from the surrounding landscape.

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The overall design was guided by a desire to create an immersive celebration, one that felt effortlessly connected to its setting and deeply rooted in the especially sentimental venue of Emily’s family home. An elevated European garden party aesthetic shaped the vision, with delicate details throughout. Four tents were seamlessly integrated across the property’s natural grading: an upper tent for cocktail hour, and three lower tents for the dinner reception, all with a custom-built floor, which even covered over the property’s existing hot tub. The main tent was designed to flow into the infinity pool, creating a sense of cohesion across the outdoor spaces. Every detail, from the tent roofline that was designed to mirror the architecture of the family home to the careful layout of the tents, allowed the wedding to feel like it was perfectly designed for the property.

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On a perfect summer day, July 7th, 2022, Myles surprised Emily with a proposal at Port Franks Beach in Ontario, Canada. Believing they were there to celebrate a friend’s engagement, Emily had no idea she was actually the guest of honor. When Myles dropped to one knee, she was completely taken by surprise and overjoyed to say yes! The celebration continued at Myles’ family cottage, where close friends and family were waiting with drinks, a laid-back barbecue, and glowing sunset views. With family and friends by their side, the celebration quickly turned into a joyful preview of their life and wedding to come.

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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Emily chose a gown by Galia Lahav, captivated by its intricate details and delicate embellishments. The dramatic train added a breathtaking, memorable touch, while the overall design felt timeless and refined, beautifully balancing elegance with thoughtful craftsmanship.[/field]
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The bridesmaids wore Shona Joy dresses in soft champagne tones, effortlessly simple and classic. Clean, sleek lines and understated elegance complemented the wedding’s timeless aesthetic, letting the natural beauty of the day shine through.

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[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groomsmen looked effortlessly sharp in Ted Baker suits, striking the perfect balance of modern sophistication and relaxed ease, allowing the bridesmaids, and of course the bride, to truly shine.[/field]
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The culinary experience was crafted by Gilt Catering, which created a beautiful, custom menu highlighting seasonal summer flavors. Each dish was as delicious as it was thoughtfully designed, perfectly complementing the celebration’s elegant and relaxed vibe.

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The floral and décor design embraced lush, timeless romance, with big, full blooms, particularly roses, adding to the traditional European country garden feel. Perfectly Designed Events thoughtfully curated every element to harmonize with the cherished landscape of the bride’s parents’ property. Tables were dressed with delicate, clear glassware with soft gold accents, an ivory runner, and sandstone candles that added subtle depth and warmth. Crystal chandeliers throughout the ceiling were accented with just a touch of smilax, introducing gentle greenery above to balance the property’s natural features. Soft, flowing draping filtered the light, bathing the space in a warm, romantic glow. Even the seating chart was designed to feel cohesive, a 10-foot mirror with the couple’s monogram placed in the bottom right corner, featuring a pill-shaped oval shape with loose smilax tying the design together and uniting it with the rest of the décor.

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The wedding cake was a true showstopper: four tiers crafted by Martha from The Cake Studio. Each tier was real and customised to honour their family’s preferences. There were two flavours throughout the tiers: strawberry swirl cake with cream cheese and strawberry filling, evoking the light, fresh flavours of an English garden in summer, while the bottom tiers were traditional carrot cake with cream cheese filling – timeless and classic. Each tier was topped with a delicate floral garland, tying in the lush garden elements from the rest of the event.

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[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]They kicked off the dance floor with their first dance to “Anyone” by Justin Bieber, a sweet, fun moment that set the tone for a night full of dancing, laughter, and celebration with everyone they love.[/field]
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One of the most meaningful details of the wedding was that it took place at the bride’s parents’ home. Upon entering, guests were immediately greeted by the property’s stunning magnolia tree, setting a romantic, intimate, and nostalgic tone as they entered through the main gates. The main floor living space was fully cleared out, allowing guests to enter through the front door of the home, just as you would on any occasion. The flow of the event was designed to truly immerse guests in the space, and evoke a warm, intimate and personal feeling.

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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Another deeply meaningful detail was the ceremony at St. Peter’s Cathedral Basilica in downtown London, Ontario, Canada. As a Catholic school teacher, the bride has long held the church close to her heart, and having Father Chris officiate made the moment even more special. It was a touching, personal connection that resonated deeply with the family and set a heartfelt tone for the day.[/field]
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The weather was nothing short of a storybook twist. After a wet, rainy week and a morning of steady drizzle, the skies cleared just in time for cocktail hour. Thanks to the stunning property and collection of four tents, guests stayed warm and dry – proof that even a rainy day can turn into the perfect wedding day!

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