Results tagged “Flowers on Orchard Lane” from C STUDIOS BLOG

HOW DID YOU MEET?
Brent and I actually met at an engagement party - one of my best girlfriends was marrying one of Brent's friends.  At the time, I was living in Chicago and (being the fabulous bridesmaid that I was) I flew to Columbus for the party.  My friend was pointing out the groomsmen and when she pointed to Brent I said, "I call him."  I thought he was SO handsome. Brent and I were introduced that night and six months later I moved back to Columbus so we could be together.

WHAT DO YOU ADORE ABOUT BRENT?
I just adore "us."  I think Brent and I are both at our best when it's just the two of us.  Those are our happiest times.

WHAT WAS THE STYLE INSPIRATION FOR YOUR WEDDING?
The theme of our wedding was "Romantic Glam".  We did all candlelight, dark flowers, classic tuxedos, the big band...it came together beautifully.   

THREE ADJECTIVES THAT DESCRIBE YOUR DAY ARE:
I only need one - Perfect.  If I had to add to that, I would use elegant and FUN.

IF YOUR GUESTS COULD SAY ONE THING ABOUT YOUR WEDDING, WHAT WOULD YOU WANT THAT TO BE?
I would want them to say, "Wow, they're really in love." Or wait no... "She's got great style."  Haha...just kidding!

WHAT DESIGN ELEMENT(S) WERE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT?
We used a black and white pattern (sort of a modified damask) along with our date (09.06.09) throughout many of the wedding details.  The save the dates, cake, invitation, favors, programs, etc. all incorporated these elements and I really think it gave the wedding a cohesive "look."  

WHAT WAS THE MOST HELPFUL THING SOMEONE DID FOR YOU WHILE PLANNING YOUR DAY?
I was shocked at how many people wanted to help!  I feel blessed to have such an amazing network of supportive people!  One thing that stands out is the week of the wedding four amazing women helped me make over 200 caramel apples for our favors.  They turned out BEAUTIFUL and delicious!!!  It was my big DIY project and, trust me, it was an undertaking!  I am forever indebted!

DESCRIBE THE EXPERIENCE OF FINDING YOUR WEDDING GOWN
I had pretty good idea of what I was looking for. I've always loved Amsale, so I'm not surprised that is what I ended up with.  My maid of honor came into town to shop with me for the dress.  We made a day of it with my mom, but I found "the one" in the first shop we went to!  It actually IS as fun as you picture it to be!  And, everyone says it, but it's true...you know when you put it on.

DESCRIBE YOUR FLOWERS
My flowers were all a deep red.  I kept saying to the florist, "No pink, no purple, think red wine!"  I carried black magic roses; my attendants carried a mix of roses and calla lilies.

DESCRIBE YOUR CAKE
Neither Brent nor I are big cake fans, so we actually served tiramisu to our bridal party.  I studied in Italy during college and Italians serve tiramisu to the bride and groom, rather than traditional wedding cake.  The word tiramisu actually means "pick me up" in Italian. The dessert is meant to give the groom a pick me up before spending his first night with his new wife.

For the rest of our guests we had a three-layered round cake.  It was almond flavored with a raspberry filling and white butter cream frosting.  It was decorated with our pattern and wedding date.

WHAT WAS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT OF THE DAY?
One that stands out is near the height of the reception.  It was almost midnight and the band played the song "Shout."  I looked around mid-song and the dance floor was packed.  I was dancing with my new husband, surrounded by my best friends and family and EVERYONE was having a blast.  It was definitely the most fun moment of the day.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST DANCE SONG AND WHY DID YOU CHOOSE IT?
Brent and I danced to David Gray's "This Year's Love."  There is something crazy, romantic about that song.  The lyrics are kind of dark and sexy for a wedding, but we both just love it!!

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A COUPLE PLANNING THEIR WEDDING?
Make it yours.  There is so much out there to inspire you, but make your wedding reflect YOU as a couple.  During our ceremony we played the same music that was used in my parents wedding, it was so special to them.  I'm a writer, so in our programs we wrote about each of our attendants and let everyone know why they were standing for us.  Brent thinks weddings can feel awkward and stuffy, so after the formal dinner all of our guests were invited outside where there was more of a party feel - a cigar bar, nine-piece band and dancing under the stars.  I think these kinds of details make your wedding unique and memorable.   

FAVORITE WEDDING INSPIRATION WEBSITE:
Southern Weddings Magazine

I could spend hours looking and the photos and reading the posts.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR YOU AS A COUPLE?
I don't think people believe me, but today was my first day back at work (after our honeymoon in Greece) and it feels GOOD.  Brent and I are excited to settle back into our normal lives, we bought a house in Grandview and are focusing on work and setting up our home.  I am certain the best is yet to come.

When Kasey with Bliss Wedding and Event Design was asked to design an editorial concept for the Fall issue of Bride and Bloom, I knew she was going to create absolute magic.  But seeing her "Fall Feathered Affair" come to life on that downtown rooftop was even more fabulous than I could have ever imagined!  It was an absolute joy working alongside the city's very best wedding vendors...their talent and creativity constantly amazes me.  And now, to see her creative vision, the impeccable talent of her hand-picked vendors and my photographs on the pages of the ever-so-lovely Bride and Bloom...it's just too much!  I was honored to be a part of something so special...and wanted to share my joy with all of you!

VENDORS:

Design: Bliss Wedding and Event Design
Floral Design: Flowers on Orchard Lane
Cake & Favor: Jan Kish La Petite Fleur
Invitation & Stationery: Seedlings
Chair & Table Rental: Event Source
Linens: La Tavola
Location: Meyers and Associates Architecture

When I was small I happened upon the tiniest, most beautiful bird happily skipping across the sidewalk.  I was awed by it's delicate, graceful movements, lightest of feathers and chirping joyfulness.  When I first met Stephanie and Jason at their engagement session, I could easily see they were two beautiful birds happily enjoying this life together.  And just like that tiny skipping bird, their summer wedding day was equally delicate, graceful, light and joyful. 

Every moment of their day sparkled in the most perfect pink, glowing warm and bright - thanks to Stephanie and Jason's design vision, brought to life by Kasey with Bliss Wedding and Event Design.  The entire wedding had a quiet, romantic elegance that felt as fragile and beautiful as love itself.

I've been very lucky to meet so many amazing wedding vendors over the years.  In my opinion, these are not only some of the best vendors you'll ever meet, but some of the best people.  I have carefully handpicked these vendors based on my personal and professional experiences with each of them.  All I can say is that if I were getting married again, these are absolutely, positively the vendors I would choose.  

EVENT DESIGN

Bliss Wedding and Event Design
www.blisseventsohio.com
614-216-4006


EVENT RENTAL

Event Source
www.eventsource.net
614-431-3000

Lasting Impressions Event Rentals
www.lirents.net
614-252-5400


FLOWERS

The Daisy Basket
www.thedaisybasket.net
614-481-1993

Flowers on Orchard Lane
www.flowersonorchardlane.com
614-262-0880

Petals & Leaves
www.petalsandleaves.net
614-785-9690

INVITATIONS

Marit Hanson Weddings
www.marithanson.com
614-515-5815

Seedlings
www.seedlingsonline.com
614-316-0470


CAKE

The Cake Studio
www.thecakestudio.net
740-881-6400

Jan Kish - La Petite Fleur
www.jankishlapetitefleur.com
614-848-5855

Short North Piece of Cake
www.shortnorthpieceofcake.com
614-421-0399


SWEETS

Pistacia Vera
www.pistaciavera.com
614-220-9070

Sugardaddy's
www.sugardaddys.com
614-888-4491


GOWNS

Big Rock Little Rooster
www.rocktherooster.com
614-754-8116

Girls In White Dresses
www.girlsinwhitedresses.com
614-821-7000

La Jeune Mariee
www.lajeunemariee.com
614-430-9659


FORMAL ATTIRE

Men's Wearhouse
www.menswearhouse.com
614-428-1480


MAKEUP

Brideface
www.brideface.com
513-305-9723

Kelly Keck
www.pearlsandablackdress.com
www.kelliekeck.com
419-303-5453

Makeup by Melissa Roshan
www.melissaroshan.com
614-282-8197


DJ's

Class Acts Entertainment
www.class-acts.com
614-358-1888

Encore Entertainment
www.encorediscjockey.com
614-975-1200

Mark Dantzer
www.markdantzer.com
614-460-3850

Night Music
www.nightmusicdj.com
614-529-6777


LIVE MUSIC

Capital Sound Band
www.capitalsoundband.com
614-657-6847

Class Acts Entertainment
www.class-acts.com
614-358-1888

The Conspiracy Band
www.theconspiracyband.com
614-864-0505


CINEMATOGRAPHY

2nd Mile Productions
www.2ndmileproductions.com
330-437-1533

Blue Skies Wedding Productions
www.blueskiesweddingproductions.com
614-890-4045

Studio+Z Films
www.studiozfilms.com
513-236-6615

True Video
www.truevideo.biz

614-245-0788