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Pretty Pastels by Ladurée Paris

Shaunna Nygren — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:54:22 +0000

With the change in season {hello, spring!} comes a change in color. Pastels are everywhere and we’re especially feeling the hints of mint in fashion, interiors and wedding décor. We already know that macaroons make for the sweetest addition to any dessert table, but with Ladurée Paris, it’s all about the pretty packaging.

Images 1 + 2, 3-5; Visit Laudrée Paris here.

Wedding + Event Installations by Bramble Workshop

Shaunna Nygren — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:41:33 +0000

It’s no surprise that we look to the storefronts of our favorite designers for inspiration. Anthropologie continues to impress with unexpected objects turned into art time and time again. With the countless photo shoots that we produce here at Pacific Weddings, we can appreciate the time and ingenuity that goes into these installations, whether for an event or store display. Pictured here are the creations of Bramble Workshop, the design studio of Los Angeles artist Jessica Pezalla. Her client list includes Hermés, Anthropologie, The Reform School and The Cream Event.

From top to bottom: Mobiles hang on a fence before installation at The Cream Event; Neon wall drawing made with tape on the musicians stage at The Cream Event; The jade string display at Anthropologie; String chandeliers hang in Anthropologie, inspired by images of mop chandeliers. The sculptures were created using kitchen twine and deconstructed mops. The tassels were made by cutting plastic bags into strips and dusting them with metallic spray paint.

From top to bottom: Anthropologie’s window display was made from many, many recycled wine corks. They were dyed or painted, cut to various heights and glued onto wood. The circular patterns were inspired by Native American basketry; A knotted ceremony backdrop hangs from a tree at an outdoor wedding in California; The Hermés Spring 2012 window displays were inspired by movement through time in the natural world. The three hanging forms evoked wind and water currents and were made from painted, hand-cut pieces of paper; For Anthropologie’s dot window display, Jessica spread wax between layers of different colored tissue paper and ironed them together to create translucent sheets. The circles were die-cut from the sheets and strung together to create blocks of color.

Happy crafting! xox Shaunna

Inspired by: Hand-Stitched Wedding Accents

Shaunna Nygren — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:50:26 +0000

The 2011 catch-phrase handmade wedding cannot be denied with these whimsical embroidered details from stationery suites and table signage to guest favors and classic novel inspiration. Hand-stitched details are definitely a labor of love! Above, illustrator and designer Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co. decided to play up Kate and Avi’s love for handmade with a hand sewn invitation design.

Anna says, “I used embroidery thread and sewed it directly into paper to create the design and then added hand painted lettering before scanning the art for printing.” She sewed one piece of paper then scanned the design. “I didn’t embroider each individual invitation— I think that would be amazing but also a little crazy pants,” she says. Agreed!

{Above} The embroidered table number DIY discovered on The Inspired Bride adds a touch of charm to any event; We love Kara and Tim’s threaded wooden sign displayed at their handcrafted and incredibly creative bash, captured by Steep Street. {Below} A personalized hand-crafted wedding gift embroidered by Brooklynite Jessica available in her Etsy shop, Miniature Rhino; Artist Jillian Tamaki wowed design-seekers with her Penguin book cover series embroidered by hand. She says, “These three book covers were embroidered by hand over the course of two months. Three books were a lot to pull off, but I am such a sucker for classic literature and book illustration… how could I say no?” The covers will be sculptural-embossed and are full wraparound images with french flaps. Order on Amazon; For Anne and Brett’s wedding invitation, graphic designer Karin Soukup was inspired by plant and wildflower illustrations. “The design allowed for the bride- a fiber artist and clothing designer- to grace the pages with her stitching handiwork which acts as the edge bindery.”

xox Shaunna

Serena & Matthew Wed at the Haiku Mill, Maui

Robyn Iaea — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:00:50 +0000

Our beloved Anna Kim photographed this gorgeous wedding at the Haiku Mill, and I had to share it this week. Not only do I adore the mill, Anna informed me that Ariella Chezar designed the amazing flowers for the event, complete with one thousand sparkling cranes.

This weekend I have the good fortune to be working with Ariella on an editorial shoot for the next issue of Pacific Weddings, since she is in Hawaii for one of her fabulous workshops. This is the perfect prelude to what promises to be a sublime display for the magazine. Keep up with me on Instagram or Twitter for a peek behind the scenes! xo ~robyn

Congratulations Serena & Matthew!

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Haiku Mill
Caterers: Catering From Soup to Nuts
Flowers: Ariella Chezar of Ariella Floral & Event Design
Infused drinks: Garnish Events
Wedding Cake: Ghiselani Designer Wedding Cakes
Thank you to Dmitri, Sandra and Elan for assisting me on this wedding.

Color Block Wedding Photographed by Rachel Robertson

Robyn Iaea — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:39:10 +0000

This feature originally appeared in the Summer ’12 edition of Pacific Weddings, and I think it’s perfect for Aloha Friday. Fashion collides with floral design in color block pop art hues just in time for the weekend! Shot on location at The Modern Honolulu‘s lobby bar by the talented Miss Rachel Robertson. Click for more great wedding invitation and favor ideas.

Paper goods by Bradley & Lily Fine Stationery; flower girl Lily Nomura; flowers by Fong Tagawa and Debbie Hemingway; wardrobe and accessories by Kate Spade NY; table linen by Les Saisons.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Robyn Iaea — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:38:05 +0000

To celebrate this romantic holiday, we offer an homage to the maestro of opulent red gowns, Mr. Valentino. Happy Valentine's Day! xo ~robyn

High Tide: Ocean Tablescapes Part I

Robyn Iaea — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:03:18 +0000

For the Winter ’12 issue we revisited the shore, composing three unique reception tables that celebrate the rhythms, textures and treasures of the sea. We called in one of our favorite photographers, Frank Amodo, to shoot the scenes in the penthouse of the Waikiki Landmark in Honolulu. Part I of this post stars floral designer Fong Tagawa, who created this table to mimic the glittering surface of Hawaiian waters. Stacey Nomura of Bradley & Lily worked alongside our design team to compose custom stationery informed by sea elements, and Les Saisons contributed the perfect iridescent linens to add a final touch of shimmer. Look for more fabulous images and the full story in this issue. xo~robyn

Inspired by Kate Spade’s Spring 2012 Campaign

Shaunna Nygren — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:09:32 +0000

We have been craving some bold, in-your-face styling after a season of soft, feminine hues and Kate Spade’s Spring 2012 Collection heard our cries! We are in awe. The creative team shot their spring campaign in a Brooklyn studio “fully outfitted in Florence Broadhurst’s Japanese floral…our favorite print of the season.” They brought in a DJ to keep things lively on set and he spun Elton John between Blondie and Martin Solveig. What a dream.

The Muse: Legendary Australian textile designer Florence Broadhurst.

xox Shaunna

Amethyst and Pearls Wedding Style

Robyn Iaea — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:00:16 +0000

Wendy and Eric Mansperger of L’amour Photography shot this original editorial at Laniakea for the Winter/Spring ’11 issue of Pacific Weddings. The scene was created by the incredibly talented Yvonne Chapman and the team from Mood. Like many of our ideas, this was inspired by a runway look Yvonne and I both loved. Of course, she always exceeds my expectation in translating the style board into the final vision. Stacey Nomura of Bradley & Lily designed simply elegant stationery to complement the pearl and deep purple motif. Take a look behind the scenes as Yvonne reinvents the humble carnation in a setting that is at once glamorous and sculptural. xo ~robyn

(Dress by Vera Wang, hair and makeup by Jacque Rojas)

The New Issue of Pacific Weddings has Arrived!

Robyn Iaea — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 22:09:06 +0000

The Winter Spring ’12 edition of Pacific Weddings is on newsstands and receiving fabulous reviews! We have such an amazing array of real weddings this time around and, as always, we’re so grateful for all the talented individuals who contributed to this issue. Here is a sneak peek of some of the stories. Run out and get your copy or order it online—I promise it is even more beautiful in person! xo ~robyn

(From top, left to right: photos by Scott Andrew, model photo by Visionari, flowers by Yvonne Design/photo by Frank Amodo, cake photo by Corbin Gurkin/cake by Sugarplum Cake Shop, stationery by Ceci New York/photo by Frank Amodo, model photo by Corbin Gurkin, cake by Maggie Austin Cake.