Category Archives: Details

Spring + Citrus

May 1st, 2012

This Spring we are finding inspiration in vibrant citrus hues like tangerine, lemon and lime. We love the combination of zesty colors with soft, blooming branches as a way to bring cheer and romance together. Thank you to the fabulous {Silvana DiFranco} for the always stunning photographs.

How refreshing and romantic! For more real wedding inspiration please visit us on {Facebook}.

Cheers to Spring,
Lydia

Featured: Lexy + Yates

April 10th, 2012

We are so pleased that {Ceremony Magazine} took note of this stunning wedding we were a part of last year at the {James Leary Flood Mansion}. New on their blog this week is the San Francisco love story of Lexy and Yates from the beginning. Read all about it on {Ceremony Magazine’s Blog}.

Lexy and Yates chose a refined black and white palette with dramatic modern floral decor for color. Black manzanita with hanging globes containing silvery accents and soft rose blooms heightened the mood, lifting the ambiance to unimaginable heights. Special thanks to {Ben Chrisman Photographers} for capturing these exquisite details.

Visit us on {Facebook} for more black and white wedding inspiration.

Cheers,
Lydia

Photography: {Ben Chrisman Photographers}
Venue: {The James Leary Flood Mansion}
Coordinator: {Dream a Little Dream Events}
Linens: {La Tavola}
Rentals: {Hartmann Studios}
Caterer: {Betty Zlatchin Catering}
Cake: {The Cakemaker}
Lighting: {Got Light?}
Hair and Makeup: {Professional Makeup Artistry}

Featured: Green Girls’ Day In Rue Magazine

March 29th, 2012

This time of year when rain showers may be keeping you indoors, you can get into the spirit of Spring by hosting an eco-themed DIY crafts party for your best girl friends, co-workers or bridal party. What better way to bring a group together than bonding over sweet treats, tea and crafts? This time last year, the fabulous ladies behind our favorite online publication {RUE Magazine} teamed up with {Acme Party Box Company} to create a Green Girls’ Day In.

We chose to bring the outdoors in by harvesting blooming branches that are everywhere this time of year. Locally sourced pink ranunculus and tulips are must haves for green girls. And who can resist the beauty and fragrance of pink peonies? We hope you are inspired by these cheerful images!

To learn more about this sweet Spring event by visiting {Rue Magazine} .

Happy Spring,
Lydia

Here Comes the Bride

March 2nd, 2012

These flower girl dresses are utterly adorable! And what better way to announce your walk down the aisle then with those signs? Sure to become a keepsake item from your wedding day. We think it could very easily be a fun DIY for you or your wedding party.

Photo via {Wedding Chicks}, photography by {June Bug Company}

Happy DIYing,
Lydia

Press: Ceremony Magazine Ambiance Antiques Photo Shoot

February 10th, 2012

We are so excited that {Ceremony Magazine} has come to the Bay Area and we are so glad to be a part of the inaugural San Francisco Bay Area edition. It was an honor to work with such high caliber of talent and special thanks to all the other amazing partners we collaborated with on the editorial photo shoot at {Ambiance Antiques}. We are thrilled with the results, so please do enjoy!

We selected {Ambiance Antiques} for the photo shoot because it is a beautiful venue with a thoughtful collection of marvelous antiques right at your fingertips. They have built a reputation on such beauty with 30 years experience in the business of procuring antiques. Old World meets contemporary in this wonderful setting located next to the San Francisco Design Center.

Gilded fixtures and antique French upholstery inspired us for this shoot. We brought overall design together with fine linens from {Wildflower Linens}, elegant china from {Classic Party Rentals} and soft textures in the florals. Our soft color palette included cream, nude, lavender and rose to complement the golden, gray setting.

We are so grateful to Natalie at {Orange Photography} for capturing all the details so gracefully.

Welcome to the Bay Area {Ceremony Magazine}!

Cheers,
Lydia

The {LAB} event

January 3rd, 2012

Not your ordinary bridal experience, the {LAB event} featuring Soulflower and other top trend-setting wedding industry professionals in Northern California takes place January 14th at Cline Cellars in Sonoma. This is truly a one-of-a-kind experience for couples planning their wedding. Enjoy a relaxed setting where your wedding inspiration board comes to life! The best caterers and dessert designers will be serving and pouring all things sweet, savory and delectable. A non-traditional runway show and fabulous party will carry the event into the night. Click the link to learn more about the {LAB event}. Tickets are still available for {purchase}. We hope to see you there!

Happy Planning,
Lydia

Happy New Year!

December 29th, 2011

May your New Year’s night sparkle and shine like Courtney and Ben’s at the Bently Reserve. Deep burgundy, ice white, elegant candlelight and a touch of feathers brought the celebration of love and a new year together. Each place setting had a confetti popper for guests to pull when the clock struck twelve. The perfect way to tie wedding and holiday together! Enjoy these elegant photos captured by {Brion Hopkins}.

To view the full album please visit our {Facebook page}. Wishing you a long and prosperous new year!

Lydia

“Days with Zahrah” on KRON 4 TV

December 19th, 2011

It’s the perfect time of year to brush up on your party planning skills for your upcoming holiday party or family gathering. Check out this episode of Days with Zahrah and you might see something familiar.

Special thanks to Zahrah and her team for featuring Soulflower Floral Design in her party planning episode!

Happy Holidays,
Lydia

Welcome Pissarro’s People!

October 26th, 2011

The {Pissarro’s People} exhibition recently opened at the {Legion of Honor} here in San Francisco until January 22, 2012. Check out the florals we provided for the Donor Opening and you just may catch a glimpse of some amazing Rodin sculptures!

Plum and white callas, two varieties of thistle, acorns, succulents, hydrangea, flax and pussy willow were used to capture the rustic nature of Pissaro’s work while mercury glass provided the perfect refinement for the museum setting. We loved the opportunity to create beauty from unexpected florals to enhance Rodin’s stunning sculptures. Visit the {museum’s webpage} to buy tickets to the fall exhibit.

Happy Fall,
Lydia

WIPA Comes To Ralston Hall Mansion

August 8th, 2011

Last week we had the honor of sponsoring the WIPA (Wedding Industry Professionals Association) event located at the beautiful Ralston Hall in Belmont. WIPA is a national association that boasts masters and innovators of the wedding industry who are truly genius at what they do. Each event brings a wide range of the best and brightest wedding vendors together for education and collaboration purposes. We had a blast sharing, learning and appreciating great event design with all the other attendees!

Ralston Hall was bursting with creativity and style from cocktail hour to coffee time. Originally the country estate of William Chapman Ralston, a prominent San Francisco financier, construction on Ralston Hall Mansion began in 1864. Comprising over 80 rooms this gorgeous estate is now part of Notre Dame de Namur University. The building’s exterior can be classified as Italiante Villa while the interior incorporates classic 19th century designs reminiscent of Ralston’s early days on Mississippi riverboats. We were in awe of the ornate detailing in everything from the furniture to the windows and doors. It’s always a magical day when we adorn buildings this grand with flowers.

Please enjoy some of our favorite photos from this lovely event from the talented photographer, Julie Kay Kelly.

We went ultra-romantic with dahlias, garden roses and pink peonies in mercury glass and vintage vessels, the perfect compliment to setting and vintage-inspired lounge vignette by Milk Glass Vintage Rentals.