Halloween Botanical Couture
Lately I have been fascinated by floral headpieces. Being inspired by designers Susan McCleary, Francoise Weeks and Hitomi Gilliam, I thought this would be a good time to experiment with these designs. Other than Halloween, when can you actually go out in public with something like this and not be judged? Haha! Of course these are a little over the top, but it makes you think how you can incorporate the idea into a scaled down piece for a wedding. Why not go for the unexpected?
Styled Photo Shoot at Merion Tribute House, Merion Station, PA
We definitely had late summer feels in September with bold golds and greens. It was an attention grabber that complimented the surroundings. No fading into the background here! The backdrop for this day was a stately historic mansion that was built after WW1 to recognize the 81 men from Merion that served in the armed forces and acted as a community center. The history of the building and the architecture enhanced the bold design and color of the balloons and flowers such as proteas, roses, eucalyptus, succulents, grasses and feathers in this collaboration in unexpected ways!
Vendors:
Collaboration and Design: By Peonies Events
Make up Artist - Jessica from Jessica B. Beauty
Hair Stylist - Ashley from LASPOSA
Floral Designer - Amy from Grapewood Florals
Bouquet and Table Floral Designer- Nora from Flowers by Nora
Cake - Elyse from Lysa's Cake'tique
Silk Flower wall - Nicol Floral Design
Dress - Van Cleve Bridal
Model : Eden Fernandes
Furniture/table top - Lilac and Lace Co
Calligraphy - Rachel from Macleod Nine Designs
Venue : Merion Tribute House
Photographers :
Francesca from Francesca Michetti Photography
Alex from Alex Meyer Photography
Jennifer from Fox Photography
Tricia from Tricia Notte Images
Pamela from Pamela Leon Photography
