Trend Spotlight: The Silver Edit
Discover how silver is making a statement in wedding florals. From sleek metallic vessels to subtle floral accents, learn how this sophisticated trend adds elegance, personality, and unexpected shine to your wedding design.
Al Fresco Summer Wedding at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Buehler Estate
Architectural elegance, golden summer florals, and French-California style — see how we transformed Frank Lloyd Wright’s Buehler Estate into an al fresco dream.
Ask a Wedding Florist: Vol. 3
Curious what really goes on behind the scenes of a wedding or event’s floral design? In this post, I pull back the curtain on all the logistics that bring unforgettable floral designs to life — from keeping flowers fresh, to seamless delivery, setup, and breakdown. Get a glimpse into the thoughtful process that ensures your floral vision is executed flawlessly.
Cheeky French Garden-Inspired Wedding Tablescape at Solage Calistoga
Bold, colorful wedding inspiration from Solage Calistoga, featuring a cheeky French garden-inspired summer tablescape with pattern play, seasonal blooms, and layered design.
Ask a Wedding Florist: Frequently Asked Questions Vol. 2
Part 2 of our Ask a Wedding Florist series dives into the most common questions about the design process of a weddings and events florist in the San Francisco Bay Area. From the initial inquiry process, to the sketches, moodboards, and renderings, to how we go about choosing flowers, and more!
Ask a Wedding Florist: Frequently Asked Questions Vol. 1
I'm pulling back the curtain! If you’ve ever wondered what a wedding and event florist REALLY does besides playing with beautiful flowers, this series is for you! This post covers questions like "What does a wedding florist actually do?" to “How much do wedding flowers cost?” to “Where do you get your flowers?” and more.
Wedding Floral Pricing Explained – And How to Make the Most of Your Floral Budget
What really goes into the cost of wedding flowers? For couples planning a wedding in the San Francisco Bay Area, this articles breaks down why wedding flowers are an investment, what’s behind the pricing, and most importantly, how to make the most of your floral budget.
A Moody & Elegant November Wedding at Flood Mansion in San Francisco
This moody November wedding at James Leary Flood Mansion was all about creating a vibey, conversation-starting dinner party with florals at the heart of the design.
My Journey into the World of Flowers + How I'm Evolving my Craft
The details of where exactly my journey into the world of flowers began, and how I've committed to evolving my craft over the last 19 (!!!) years.
Moodboard: Mocha Mousse
A peak into my design process and inspiration behind an event design inspired by the Pantone Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse.
Japanese Wedding Inspiration in California Wine Country
The beauty of Japanese gardens in springtime was the inspiration for this wedding design at Carneros Resort and Spa in Napa Valley, California — one of my favorite Bay Area venues! From the Ikebana-inspired tablescape to the interactive escort display designed to take guests on a walk through a Japanese garden, each moment transports us to another place.
A Cozy Winter Wreath Workshop at Eye for Pretty at Home in Danville, California
This December I was joined by a lovely group for an intimate evening of winter wreath making at Eye for Pretty in downtown Danville. Attendees made one-of-a-kind creations in the coziest setting, kicking off the holiday season with friends.
Classic, Lush Wedding at Harvest Inn Napa
A last-minute change of plans turned into a dream come true elopement at Harvest Inn in Napa. Sweeping vineyard views, stately redwood trees, and a romantic string-lit patio made for a classic-meets-glam-meets-modern 10 person wedding.
Tuscan-Inspired Backyard Wedding
When this couple's destination wedding in Tuscany was derailed, they pivoted to an intimate backyard wedding inspired by...you guessed it, Tuscany! A lush color palette complemented this autumnal wedding perfectly.
Colorful and Modern San Francisco Doorstep Elopement
A contemporary take on autumn for Jordyn + Nik’s San Francisco doorstep elopement.
Romantic Berkeley Hills Backyard Wedding
A foggy fall day in October served as the perfect setting for this backyard wedding in the Berkeley Hills. Read on for how the bride’s grandmother’s gardens inspired a ground-up floral installation.
Intimate Summer Elopement at Lands End
A few selects from Taryn & Jeff’s elopement. One of the more adventurous setups for me and my crew -- we hiked the ceremony floral installation, piece by piece, down the hills of Sutro Baths in some crazy winds! So worth it.
A Wintry Wedding at Cavallo Point
An intimate elopement, breathtaking views, and soft, wintry blooms at one of my favorite Bay Area venues — Cavallo Point Lodge in Sausalito.
A Dreamy Summer Elopement on Mt. Tam
Britney and Tyler’s intimate elopement celebration takes ‘picnic’ to the next level. Read on for some of my favorite moments!
My Favorite Vases for the Home
8 types of vases to have on-hand in your own home, types of flowers and foliages to use for each, the best places to display them, and my favorite places to source them. Enjoy!