Autumn Mountain Wedding in Beaver Creek Colorado
So the bride's big request was a wall of flowers behind her ceremony. Here's the result. How did we do?
It seemed a shame to leave the flowers behind when the guests went to dinner, so, knowing that the bandstand was 24' wide, I designed the wall in three 8' wide segments. The first 4' tall segment sitting on the ground, the second just behind it elevated 18" taller, and the third behind that, raised 36" above the ground. The whole wall stood 7' tall.
After the ceremony, during cocktails, we transferred all the pieces to the ballroom, placing the segments horizontally now, rather than stacking vertically. This created a 24' wide hedge in front of the bandstand. The composition appeared so different, most guests didn't even realize they were seeing the same flowers:
We try to create as much value for our clients as possible. Re-using flowers effectively adds value because we get twice the decor for the same cost.
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The Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch is such a gorgeous venue in the Vail Valley. Alisa, the Ritz's wedding coordinator was wonderful to work with.
This Vail Valley resort is perfect for a summer or autumn outdoor wedding. This was on the hotel's "Mountain Terrace" situated between the slope side of the building and the ski lift:
The simple chair decor added that little extra touch:
The mothers carried nosegays rather than wearing corsages. Isn't Debbie the most gorgeous mother-of-the-groom?
Here is Lauren's "wall of bridesmaids" to go with our floral wall.
Ten beauties in espresso. The classic "little brown dress":
Do you, Christopher, take Lauren to be your lawfully wedded wife?....
(he did)
Cocktail table flowers with the ski lift in the background:
The bride and her family:
The newlyweds:
On to the reception. Wedding cake in front of the dance floor:
Centerpieces were 36" diameter on oversized tables, very low for great conversation. The amber ambiance came from peach lighting we added to the room. The whole place had a warm glow:
Bouquets provided mocha shimmer crush tablecloths and top-qualilty ivory damask napkins in three different patterns. Here is the satin stripe napkin in a cummerbund fold:
Guests procured their table assignments from an escort card table, 6foot diameter. The bubble bowl is 16" diameter and takes two people to carry. The bridesmaids enhanced the setting with their 10 bouquets:
We tied silk bands on every chair, finished with a gorgeous knot:
These columns towered almost 12' tall:
The last view as guests exited a magical night.
At Bouquets, we LOVE weddings. Can you see how we express our love though floral artistry?