The Ultimate Indian Fusion Wedding: Karina and Sachin

Happy couples make for happy weddings, and one of the most joyous occasions for us was Karina and Sachin’s special day at The Hilton Oceanfront Resort! Expertly planned by Blush by Brandee Gaar, this Indian fusion wedding went off without a hitch, with every unique detail flawlessly captured by Nate and Lori.

For their white wedding, Karina was a vision as she walked down the aisle in a elaborately embroidered and bejeweled gown, reminiscent of classic Indian bridal dresses cut in a European style. Sachin, for his part, looked dashing in a crisp suit.

We love all our weddings, but Indian weddings are inevitably the most fun when it comes to designing floral! We got to experiment with different colors and textures, creating bouquets with blush hydrangeas, pink roses, purple roses, white roses, lavender orchids, lavender lisianthus, and lavender stock for Karina and her bridesmaids.

The classic Indian portion of their wedding was purely traditional, with lots of reds and vivid colors throughout, so of course, we had to incorporate some red into the floral! We used red roses for the centerpieces, along with some pink and white blooms for colorful and balanced arrangements.

Our bride and groom looked regal in their traditional Indian attire, Sachin in a gold and red sherwani and Karina in a vivid crimson gown hemmed with gold. The love and joy was almost palpable in the air throughout the ceremonies, every moment a testament of two families coming together.

Congratulations again, Karina and Sachin! It was a wonderful wedding, and we’re so thankful to have worked with you and alongside so many fantastic vendors:

 

Venue: The Hilton Oceanfront Resort – Oceanview

Other: Aroma Espresso

Event Planner: Blush By Brandee Gaar

Invitation Design: Dogwood Blossom Stationery & Invitation Studio

Transportation: EZ Time Transportation

DJ: Firoz Dudha

Transportation: Five Star Pedi Cab

Equipment Rentals: Kirby Rentals

Floral Design: Lee James Floral Design

Design and Décor: Maharani Weddings

Makeup Artist: Makeover Station

Caterer: Memories of India

DJ: Pavan Events

Other: Tejal Henna

Cake Designer: Two Sweets Bake Shop

Photo and Cinema: Nate and Lori

Blush and Gold at the Country Club of Orlando: Alexandra and Sam

You can never go wrong with a blush and gold wedding, and Alexandra and Sam’s wedding at the Country Club of Orlando is proof of that! Of course, Blush by Brandee Gaar’s brilliant planning must have also had something to do with the whole event turning out flawless!

The blush and gold tones created the perfect romantic vibe, and we had such a great time creating the floral; the pure creamy white blooms we used just contrasted and complemented the warmth of the blush and gold beautifully!

Alexandra looked like a heroine out of a fairytale as she walked down the aisle towards a grinning Sam, with a blush in her cheeks and her dark hair in a half-up, half-down style, so it cascaded down her shoulders and stood out against the white of her dress.

Her bridal bouquet had been lovingly crafted with white hydrangea blooms and white lissianthus floral, with white ranunculus blooms and beautiful white and champagne garden roses, all accented with seeded eucalyptus foliage, Italian ruscus and cascading tangerine vine. The result was a truly lovely and unique bouquet, just perfect for Alexandra!

 

The couple’s faces glowed with joy as they exchanged vows, and the party began almost as soon as the ceremony ended. The ceremony was lovely, to be sure, but the reception turned out to be a party to remember! The room was elegantly and flawlessly decorated, with plenty of hints of gold throughout, and lush floral centerpieces that towered atop the tables!

At the end of the day, there was no doubt in anyone’s mind that this was a wedding that all of us would remember forever, but there truly was nothing more beautiful than seeing the smiles on our newlyweds’ faces and their joy at beginning the next chapter of their lives.

Congratulations, Alexandra and Sam! It was an honor to provide the floral for your special day, and to work with these wonderful vendors:

 

Venue: Country Club of Orlando

Planning and Design: Blush by Brandee Gaar

Photography: Amalie Orrange Photography

Band: The Buzzcatz

Cinematography: Lemus Cinema

Hair and Makeup: Makeover Station – Makeup & Hair Design

Rentals: A Chair Affair, Inc. 

Cake: The Sugar Suite

Draping: Swag Decor

Bella Collina: Domenic and Lisette

Rustic weddings are a joy to behold. The warmth and comfort they evoke is perfect for the start of a couple’s new life together. Domenic and Lisette’s wedding was all that and more. The breathtaking event was brilliantly planned by Blush by Brandee Gaar, while Amalie Orrange Photography expertly captured every beautiful moment.

The outdoor ceremony at Bella Collina was a beautiful sight. The angelic flower crowns donned by the flower girls created a flair of innocence and beauty, while Lisette’s bridal bouquet, featuring lush pink garden roses and white hydrangea, was the perfect complement to her stunning white gown.

After the ceremony, the couple headed indoors for the reception. A lot of thought went into every detail, to really evoke that rustic feel, from the greenery draping the sweetheart table for the couple, to the delicious “naked” cake simply topped with full, lush pink and white blooms.

As they say, all good things must come to an end, but Lisette and Domenic’s stunning sparkler exit was a beautiful beginning to the next chapter of their lives. Congratulations, Domenic and Lisette! We wish you all the best, and we’re thrilled to have helped make your big day memorable, along with these amazing vendors:

Venue: Bella Collina 

Photography: Amalie Orrange Photography 

Planning/design: Blush by Brandee Gaar

Hair & MUA: Makeover Station

Chairs/Tables: A Chair Affair

Desserts: P is for Pie

Photo booth: Photo booth rocks

DJ: Soundwave Entertainment 

Lighting: Get Lit Productions

Officiant: Sensational Ceremonies

Floral design: Lee James Floral

Reunion Resort: Lynsey and Craig

In the case of Lynsey and Craig’s Reunion Resort wedding, all that glitters is gold. The couple enlisted expert wedding planner Blush by Brandee Gaar to bring to life the black, gold, and blush inspired wedding.  Bumby Photography masterfully captured all the glamorous details of this stunning event.

The outdoor ceremony started with a soft, romantic palette for the exchanging of vows. Bride Lynsey, carried a lush bouquet of white and blush tone ranunculus, hydrangeas, garden roses, dahlias, and anemones. The brick-paved aisle was lined with delicate rose petals, as bunches of white hydrangeas tied with black satin ribbon dangled from the crisp white resin chairs.

Things got a little more dramatic for the cocktail hour and reception. Chalk Shop designed some seriously enviable custom signs for the swanky affair. We adorned these works of art with floral swag embellishments. Black and gold glamour and luxurious textures was the name of the game for the show-stopping reception. The sweetheart table dazzled in gold sequin linen from Over the Top Rental Linens, as our floral garland paired with the newlyweds personalized chalk art added even more pizzazz!

The guest tables were equally as stunning with floor length black linens, topped with a modern black and white striped table runner. No glitz and glam was spared in the making of these beautiful tablescapes! Pops of gold accented the atmosphere with chiavari chairs, table numbers, candle votives, and gold-beaded chargers. We loved creating varying heights of floral centerpieces to add dimension and visual interest to the space. The arrangements boasted full blooms of white hydrangeas, orchids, and vibrant shades of pink roses. Friends and family were encouraged to indulge their sweet treat cravings with a candy buffet from Sweet Bliss Candy Stations and a classic buttercream cake from Party Flavors Custom Cakes.

We were honored to work with this talented team of vendors to create a stunning and memorable wedding day for Lynsey and Craig. Congratulations, we wish you a lifetime of wedded bliss together!

Venue: Reunion Resort

Planner: Blush by Brandee Gaar

Photography: Bumby Photography

Videography: Love & Lustre Weddings

Floral: Lee James Floral Design

Ceremony Music: Beautiful Music

Reception Music: The Frequency Band

Lighting: Get Lit Productions

Rentals: A Chair Affair, Inc.

Linens: Over the Top Rental Linens

Candy Station: Sweet Bliss Candy Station

Cake: Party Flavors Custom Cakes

Stylists: Makeover Station

Custom Signs: Chalk Shop Events

Bella Collina: Shelby and Zach

One thing we never grow tired of is the reinvention of a classic look. That’s exactly how we would describe Shelby and Zach’s gorgeous wedding at Bella Collina, exquisitely designed by Bash Event Design. Kristen Weaver Photography did a stunning job capturing all the details and memorable moments for couple to treasure for a lifetime to come.

The outdoor ceremony was a modern twist on a traditional setting. What an innovative idea to have long, dark wooden pews from RW Events, normally seen in a church, for the open air service. The bride walked down an aisle lined with grounded, luscious white floral arrangements. We designed an all white bridal bouquet of roses, ranunculus, hydrangeas, with touches of green for a more organic vibe. To add a vibrant pop of color, the bridesmaids donned yellow bouquets of a similar arrangement, which complemented their grey toned gowns beautifully.

The reception moved indoors with a back-lit ballroom that was piped and draped entirely in chiffon curtains by Swag Décor. Rustic farm tables from A Chair Affair, Inc. framed the room in a half-moon shape, with a show-stopping five tier cake from The Sugar Suite taking center stage. We were happy to the create ivory slated, lush centerpieces featured on each table, as well as the mix of towering candelabras, wrapped in greenery to create dimension and visual interest to the space.

Congratulations to Shelby and Zach on your dazzling and elegant wedding day! This breath-taking event came together with the help of the following vendors:

Venue: Bella Collina

Photography: Kristen Weaver Photography

Floral: Lee James Floral Design

Planning: Bash Event Design

Cake: The Sugar Suite

Rentals: A Chair Affair, Inc., Swag Décor, RW Events

Lighting: Get Lit Productions

Videography: Jeffrey Stoner Video

Stylist: Makeover Station

 

Casa Feliz: Stephanie and Mark

Stephanie and Mark flew in from California to share their wedding day with their family in Florida. Casa Feliz was the perfect location for their Moroccan-inspired celebration. Blush by Brandee Gaar worked their magic in planning the ideal dawn to dusk affair while Andi Mans Photography captured every moment.

In order to mirror the romantic aura of the occasion, we chose the spectrum of pinks, accented with different textures of greenery, for the floral arrangements. Not only did they complement the bride’s gown from Calvet Couture, but they added to the eclectic Moroccan flare of the reception.

Stephanie, Mark and their guests continued the party as daylight transitioned to the night. Weddings Only DJ Entertainment raised the cheer on the dance floor, while the gorgeous cake provided by Party Flavors added the cherry to the top of an unforgettable day.

Congratulations Stephanie and Mark! We were honored to be a part of your special day, and wish you many tidings of happiness for the rest of your lives. Their remarkable celebration was made possible by the expertise of these venders:

Photography: Andi Mans Photography
Venue: Casa Feliz
Dress: Calvet Couture
Planner: Blush by Brandee Gaar
Florist: Lee James
DJ: Weddings Only DJ Entertainment
Cake: Party Flavors
Lighting: Kaleidoscope Event Lighting
Transportation: VIP Transportation Group
Rentals: A Chair Affair
Makeup: Makeover Station
Tent/Chairs/Linen: Kirby Rentals
Furniture Rental: AFR Rentals

Country Club of Orlando: Kirsten and Christian

Kirsten and Christian couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day for their wedding at the Country Club of Orlando. Andi Mans Photography was behind the camera capturing each moment with Wonderful Weddings on hand to make sure every detail was perfect.

Floral accents of vibrant pinks with a hint of succulents created beautiful bouquets. For the bride, we paired the pink floral with soft white roses for a more romantic and elegant bridal bouquet to complement the beauty of the bride.

Once the newlyweds tied the knot, the celebration progressed on to the reception. We kept the same floral theme for the centerpieces, pairing them with lavender and purple orchids accents for an added touch of elegance. The Maxx put on an amazing performance throughout the evening, keeping Kirsten, Christian and their loved ones dancing all night in between getting refreshments and enjoying the photo booth provided by Photo Booth Rocks. To top the evening off, The Sugar Suite created a breathtaking 4-tiered wedding cake with floral accents and delicate details, along with a groom’s cake adorned with the mascot of the University of Florida, the Florida Gator.

Congratulations, Kirsten and Christian! We were honored to be a part of such a stunning wedding for a beautiful couple. We would also like to thank the rest of the team that made their wedding possible:

Venue: Country Club of Orlando

Coordinator: Wonderful Weddings

Photography: Andi Mans Photography

Floral: Lee James Floral

Cake: The Sugar Suite

Makeup/Hair: Makeover Station

Dress: Solutions Bridal Designer House

Entertainment: The Maxx

Photo Booth: Photo Booth Rocks

Transportation: VIP Transportation Group

Stetson Mansion: A Victorian Fairytale Styled Shoot

Last summer, we had the pleasure of being a part of another styled wedding shoot at The Stetson Mansion. This time, we stepped into a more magical Victorian era, where fairytales surely came true. The stunning architecture and quiet elegance of the mansion shone through in the photographs, courtesy of the talented Andi Mans Photography.

We wanted to enhance the magical feel of the theme, so we chose bright shades of pinks, purples, oranges, yellows and blues for our floral arrangements. A princess bride deserves the very best, from the beautiful gown from Solutions Bridal– Rivini, to her classical hair piece by Untamed Petals, and that is precisely what was delivered.

The old-world ambiance not only inspired our floral spread, but also the gorgeous stained glass cake by Bliss Pastry. To complement the cake, Le Macaron French Pastries provided scrumptious macaroons in vibrant shades that matched our floral designs perfectly.

On the lawn of the mansion, Wish Vintage Rentals styled a whimsical vignette that flowed with the style on the mansion. Our bright bouquets added a pop of color to the setting, bringing the dream of a Victorian fairytale to life.

We loved being a part of this styled wedding shoot, both for a different view of The Stetson Mansion and for the opportunity to work with these talented vendors:

Venue: The Stetson Mansion
Photography: Andi Mans Photography
Tablescape: Andi Mans
Makeup/Hair: Makeover Station
Dress: Tali Gallo with Solutions Bridal – Rivini
Rentals: Wish Vintage Rentals
Cake: Bliss Pastry
Videography: Young Visuals
Macarons: Le Macaron French Pastries
Invitation Suite/Paper-goods: Chirp Paperie
Earrings: Erin Cole
Hair Piece: Untamed Petals

Casa Feliz: Lindsay and Chris

Lindsay and Chris were wed at the beautiful, historic Casa Feliz in Winter Park, Florida. Bash Event Design coordinated all the details, and Stephanie A. Smith Photography was there to photograph the entire celebration.

We created beautiful monochromatic bouquets for the bride and her maids. Lindsay carried an all-white, hand-wrapped bouquet packed full of roses and hydrangea. By not including greenery in the bouquet, the look was dense and rich. Silvery, soft gray dusty miller was used to soften the base of both the bridal and bridesmaids’ bouquets.

Similarly to Lindsay’s bouquet, we used a variety of floral all in one hue for the bridesmaids. Various shades of purple, ranging from lilac to plum, created a dramatic impression. We wrapped the bouquets in satiny bright purple ribbon.

Chris’s boutonniere, a pristine white rose bud with a base of dusty miller, matched his bride’s bouquet perfectly.

Tufts of white floral accented the chairs at their outdoor ceremony. Lindsay and Chris said their vows between two tall arrangements of white floral in white urns.

At the reception, the décor was simple and understated. Since the reception was after dark, the focus was on the lighting: soft candlelight on the tables and market lights strung overhead. Tufts of baby’s breath surrounded the lanterns and candles. The purple bridesmaids bouquets were placed in vases to provide a pop of color on the head table.

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. McGrath! May you have a wonderful life together.

 

Vendors that helped create this wedding:

Venue: Casa Feliz

Planner: Bash Event Design

Photographer: Stephanie A. Smith Photography

Linens: BBJ Linen

Musicians: Beautiful Music & Paint It Black Quartet

Lighting: Get Lit Productions

Floral: Lee James Floral Designs

DJ: Fluid Entertainment

Makeup artist: Makeover Station

Bakery: P is for Pie Bake Shop

Cake: The Sugar Suite

Winter Park Racquet Club: Erica and Matt

Earlier this year, Erica and Matt celebrated their big day at the Winter Park Racquet Club with the help of Tickled Pink Brides. The couple was quite stylish! The bride wore a sleek, strapless gown with tiered bustle by Oscar de la Renta from The Collection Bridal, and the groom looked handsome in his navy blue tux with black lapel. We think Andi Mans Photography did a great job capturing the couple’s easy, romantic feeling. We’re happy to share some of our favorite photos from this classy wedding.

Our floral work was classic and simple. For the ceremony, the aisle was lined with a generous amount of white rose petals. The bride carried a white rose bouquet that was a perfect combination of modern and traditional. In the groom’s lapel was a single, large white rose. For the reception, we used small arrangements along the long banquet tables. Each clear glass vase contained a single type of white flower, tulips or hydrangeas, accented by greenery. The couple’s sweetheart table included a larger arrangement of, of course, all white floral. Plenty of candlelight warmed the room as the sun set in the background. So romantic!

Congratulations to Erica and Matt on a beautiful start to their lives together!

We were honored to be a part of their wedding, alongside these wedding professionals:

Photography: Andi Mans Photography

Venue: Winter Park Racquet Club

Coordinator: Tickled Pink Brides

Makeup/Hair: Makeover Station

Floral: Lee James Floral

Dress: Oscar de la Renta from The Collection Bridal

DJ: Elite Entertainment