This Wedding Showcased 6-Foot-Tall Hand-Made Silk Flowers!
The wedding dress became the driving force behind the entire wedding, inspiring a tale of its own with its hand-stitched flowers from Nardos Design, Dallas Texas. They envisioned a color story that would take their guests on a captivating journey - monochrome hues for the ceremony, a touch more color during the cocktail hour, and a grand explosion of vibrant tones for the reception. The whimsical charm of an Alice in Wonderland ambiance intertwined seamlessly with the industrial allure of their venue's black iron elements. Seeking to create an immersive experience, they delighted their guests with delightful surprises throughout the event, affectionately referred to as "Easter eggs." From personalized welcome bags featuring a brochure showcasing each member of the bridal party, complete with intriguing questions to spark conversations, to napkins adorned with their baby pictures during the welcome party. A bubble truck serving self-service cocktails at the rehearsal and a breathtaking fireworks display synchronized with their "big dip" during the first dance. Their love for hosting and surprising their guests reached new heights on their wedding day, creating an atmosphere of joy and wonderment.
Her custom gown, meticulously crafted by Nardos Design, Dallas Texas, showcased hand-stitched, multi-colored flowers. The dress featured a removable overskirt, ingeniously attached with magnets, eliminating the need for a belt. Originally designed for a gala, she approached Nardos with a vision to transform it into a wedding dress. The experience of trying on the gown and collaborating with the talented team at Nardos Design was an absolute delight, akin to a magical dress-up session.
The bridesmaid dresses were sourced from Frame & Partners. Inspired by the concept of the bridesmaids donning white, each dress exuded elegance. To add a unique touch, every bridesmaid carried only a few stems of a different-colored flower, perfectly complementing a corresponding flower on the bride's dress. Drawing inspiration from Australian weddings, the bride found the idea of dainty floral accents carried by the bridal party to be incredibly chic and charming.
Comfort was paramount for the groomsmen, so they could choose their black tuxedos, ensuring they felt at ease throughout the day. Complemented by stylish loafers, their attire exuded timeless sophistication. The flower boys sported matching blue suit jackets with black and blue floral loafers, adding a touch of playful charm. Coleman's custom tuxedo from State and Liberty, a recommendation for athletically built men, perfectly accentuated his physique, paired with velvet smoker loafers from Louboutin, completing his distinguished ensemble.
The couple had a vision to showcase Cabo's incredible cuisine and drinks to their guests. During the cocktail hour, guests indulged in tantalizing appetizers, including pork belly and eel wontons, mini ceviche, and sriracha and mezcal boneless chicken wings. Signature drinks included the spicy watermelon mezcalitas and a delightful brujo, an iced old-fashioned that came highly recommended. For dinner, guests were treated to a crab cake with an almond crust as the salad course. The main course offered a choice between the local catch with garlic butter and ginger mojo or beef cheek enchiladas with ancho piloncillo sauce and avocado cream. When it came to dessert, the couple delighted their guests with options like corn cake with sea salt caramel ice cream and caramel corn pieces and warm chocolate sponge cake with coffee mezcal ice cream.
Drawing inspiration from the vibrant flowers on the bride's wedding dress, the florals throughout the celebration beautifully captured the essence of their colorful blooms made by Aria Vera Floral. The ceremony featured a striking ground installation comprised of bold bougainvillea and monochromatic pink lush flowers, creating a chic and organic atmosphere. Each bridesmaid carried 1-2 stems of different-colored flowers, mirroring a flower on the bride's dress, while the bride herself carried a small, blush and pink bouquet. The groom wore an elegant blush orchid boutonnière. The seating chart displayed over 600 hand-made origami cranes on a living greenery wall, where guests eagerly searched for their personalized birds while enjoying the photo booth by Opto Booth. Sheffield House Creative crafted hand-drawn menus and handwritten cards for each guest, adding a personal touch to the reception. The room exuded an enchanting ambiance, with a black, mirrored dance floor highlighting the string lights above. The bar featured a large iron installation adorned with blue baby's breath and hydrangea florals, creating the illusion of flowers growing from the ground. Adding to the artistic marvel, the DJ booth showcased magnificent 6-foot-tall, hand-made silk flowers from La Roseta, perfectly matching the bride's dress and leaving guests in awe of the artistry.
The 6-foot-tall, hand-made silk flowers were one of the wedding's most captivating "wow" factors. The talented artist, Larosta, hailing from Mexico City, transformed the flowers from the bride's dress into life-sized works of art. As the sun set, the illuminated flowers created a whimsical ambiance; their beauty reflected on the shiny black dance floor. It was as if the couple had stepped into their own wonderland.
