Ok blog mates, as promised, here is the second part of our latest Outside the Box photo shoot. We decided to take a twist on the traditional french macaron wedding cake and create one in the shape of a lamp shade, naturally. A sleek black cake adorned with perfectly round white french macarons is the...
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Outside the Box Photo Shoot
Though geometry was never my favorite subject (sorry Mrs. Carrillo), we took the opportunity to embrace the square in this photo shoot. Inspired by a visit to the Viceroy Palm Springs, we got our hands on some mesmerizing geometric patterned fabric, lacquered urns, and mod shaped stands. In the spirit of Kelly Wearstler, we used...
Lunch with Sylvia Weinstock
A legend, an icon, and a rebel against lasik eye surgery. I speak of the amazing Sylvia Weinstock, who captured my heart the first time I laid eyes on one of her unworldly cakes (and her signature glasses, of course). Before I fully dove into the world of flowers, I was a baker and cake...
Engage! 11
It’s less than a week until Engage 11 at the Grand Del Mar, and my zeal is off the charts. After attending Engage 10 in Grand Cayman, my outlook has completely changed. This symposium brings together individuals such as Monique Lhuillier, Slyvia Weinstock, and Marci Blum. It’s an amazing experience to be surrounded by inspiring...
Bouquet Photo Shoot at Steele Canyon
Last week, Stacy and Melissa of Sunday Romance asked me to create bouquets for their collaborative photo shoot with Lovey by Isha, Faces of California, and Brooke Hill Makeup. I couldn’t be happier to be a part of their fantastic project. The photo shoot took place at the picturesque Steele Canyon Country Club, along with...
Steele Canyon Photo Shoot
I joined forces with the lovely ladies of Sunday Romance and Lovey Bridal for a photo shoot at the Steele Canyon Golf Club. Here’s a taste for now…Stay tuned for more photos!
Rustic Vintage Tabletop Photo Shoot
Nestled in a villa at the rustic Santaluz Country Club, we designed this tabletop to be intimate and comforting. Gnarled grape wood gets a makeover with blush colored blooms and succulents. Textural white lilac, cascading tulips, and David Austin roses look as if they’re growing from the wood. Vintage candelabras and an antique frame perfectly...
Sweet feature on Nancy’s Brown Bag Blog!
San Francisco has a special place in my heart for its phenomenal restaurants, flower market, and talented event designer, Nancy Lui Chin. I’m now a even bigger fan of her blog, Nancy’s Brown Bag, after her feature of our Vintage Candy Station. Take a look at her captivating blog for tons of eye candy and...
Posh Wedding at the W Hotel
The W Hotel stood for ‘winning’ at Carolyn and Canh’s modern and edgy wedding. Her love of all things glamorous and purple were combined with his contemporary eye for a sleek and festive soiree, dripping with details. Let’s start with her bouquet: a clean and chic gathering of white parrot tulips and calla lilies, all...
Carolyn’s Purple Bridal Shower
What’s better than drinking champagne with your girls on a Sunday afternoon? Drinking champagne for your bridal shower and being surrounded by all your favorite purple flowers! We kicked off Carolyn’s bridal shower in posh purple fashion, with a chic candy bar station, glamorous crystal details, and darling sugar scrub favors. The ladies sipped their...