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Explore behind-the-scenes insights, bold color stories, how-to guides, transparent budget breakdowns, and sustainable practices from a San Francisco wedding florist.
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!
A Parisian-Inspired Autumn Wedding at Filoli Gardens
Paris meets California for this autumn wedding at the iconic Filoli Gardens.
How to Plan a Modern Micro Wedding During COVID-19, featured on Martha Stewart Weddings
If you find yourself reworking your wedding vision due to COVID-19, I’m here to say that regardless of your Plan B or C, you can *still* accomplish a killer sense of style for your reinvented wedding day. In this post I share ideas for how to do this — from setting the tone early on, to experiential floral designs, to a memorable tablescape for you and your guests. Plus, a link to the full feature in Martha Stewart Weddings for more inspiration and planning tips.
Flower Guide: Winter Wedding Flowers
A roundup of my favorite unexpected and overlooked wedding flowers for the winter season.
7 Tips for Creating Your Wedding Moodboard
Newly engaged or planning a wedding!? A moodboard is the #1 tool for drawing inspiration and clearly communicating your wedding style to vendors. This in turn allows your vendors to collaborate to bring your wedding day vision to life! Here are 7 quick tips that will help you create a curated moodboard for your wedding and get you closer to that vision.
Q & A: By Alysa Monét & Co.
Today on the blog I have Alysa Monét of by Alysa Monét & Co. Not only is she the owner and lead designer of her planning company, but she’s also a mental health practitioner. I have loved hearing her speak so passionately about her work in the field, and how she works closely with couples to help them remain present, stress-free, and excited throughout their entire planning process.
In today’s post, Alysa is sharing with us strategies to stay grounded right now, how to elevate your wedding design *and* incorporate sustainability with a smaller wedding, her #1 tip for how to prioritize your wedding budget, and so many more goodies you'll just have to read on to find out! Enjoy!
Q & A: Lea Stafford of Lea Stafford Events & Ethos West Collective
Today on the blog we have the amazing Lea Stafford of Lea Stafford Events, sharing with us more about the inspiration and mission behind Ethos West Collective, her hopes for the future of weddings and events, some of her favorite Black-owned businesses, and a sneak peek into the future of her business.
The Best Investment I Made in my San Francisco Floral Design Business
When it comes to the “behind the scenes” of my business, I’m an open book. So today on the blog I’m sharing more about a specific investment I made this year, my learnings (and fears and mistakes) around education in this industry, plus my suggestion for those weighing investments for yourself or your business.
Q & A: Elise Brannan of Brannan Events & Design
Today on the blog we have a Q & A with Elise Brannan of Brannan Events & Design. In this post she’s sharing ways your wedding planning can be impactful to both your community and the environment.
Currently Inspired by: Change
This moment in history will forever be marked by deep sadness and suffering. But also awareness, education, action, and most importantly, change. I recognize I have an immediate obligation as a small business owner to use whatever sphere of influence I may have to play a participating role in the fight for justice for the Black community and all BIPOC. Here’s what I vow to, in commitment to allyship and equality.
5 Epic and Meaningful Ways to Elope in the SF Bay Area
Despite a pandemic, couples are finding new ways to celebrate their love in ways that fit their styles best. Read on as we hear from some of our favorite professionals in the Bay Area to bring you LOTS of inspiration plus HOW-TO TIPS for adapting your Bay Area celebration in meaningful ways.
8 Easy Care Tips for your Fresh Cut Flowers
So you received a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Lucky you! But now what? How can you keep these babies alive as long as possible? Where should you put them?!
A Guide to Vision Boarding with Purpose
I’d like to share with you a part of my creative process that I’ve found really helpful, especially in the past few weeks: vision boarding. Vision boarding is a tool I’ve implemented both in my personal life and in my business. Here’s what you’ll find in this post:
The truth about vision boards
Step-by-step instructions to create an effective vision board
3 real life examples of vision boards I’ve created
A Dinner Dedicated to Someone Special
When Maxine’s family initially reached out to me in search of a floral designer for a dinner they were hosting, I had this strange feeling that I was meant to support them in some way. And then I read Maxine’s story, which hit so close to home for me.
28 SF Restaurants Ideal for a Small Celebration
Dreaming up a distant celebration once things are back to normal? Here’s a list of some of the best spots in San Francisco for private events AND ways to support them through this time. Whether it be an intimate wedding, anniversary party, City Hall elopement celebration, or wedding rehearsal dinner you’re planning, you won’t go wrong choosing any of these.
An On-Stage Wedding at San Francisco's Great American Music Hall
From day one of planning, Eliza and Ryland set out to create a memorable experience for their guests. And they wanted the floral concept to play a leading role. Read more about their autumn wedding at San Francisco’s historic Great American Music Hall.
From Consultation to Installation: 7 Ways We Work With Wedding Clients on Floral Design
When I was planning my own wedding, I had a lot of questions floating around in my head about the process of working with a floral designer. In this post I share the ways in which I typically work with my wedding clients, to help you understand what the planning process might look like for you. I hope you find it helpful!
Choosing Your Wedding Florist: 9 Things Every Couple Should Know
Often times, planning a wedding is the first introduction to flowers for many people. It’s all one big learning process, and finding a florist can seem so daunting. Here are some tips on ways to navigate your own search for your wedding florist.