Erin & Drew, December 31, 2012

Portrait courtesy of Ashley Dru Photography

 Erin & Drew were such a lovely couple to work with, we had a great time planning their New Year's Eve wedding. They wanted a non-traditional venue, and after checking out some places around town we all decided on the Fe Gallery in Lawrenceville. They space was essentially a blank slate, so it was easy to transform it into whatever we pleased.

 

The bride and groom, as well as their families, were very hands on in preparing the gallery. We all spent the day together in late December getting everything assembled and hung - this truly was more of an ongoing art installation than a wedding reception venue.

The far wall was covered with white lights and sheer panels to create a glowy, romantic haze over the vows.

 

The bride worked for weeks creating these hand-rolled paper flowers that hung from floor to ceiling.

 

Guests were invited to arrive late in the evening in preparation for Erin & Drew's 9:30 arrival. Because of the timing, heavy hors d'eouvres were served instead of a traditional dinner; everyone loved it. After midnight, we served the guests pierogi and heavier fare - after hours of celebrating, everyone was ready for another full meal!

 

Without the need for full-sized dinner tables, we were able to be more creative with the table decor and the space available to us. The bride and groom brought these branches and sticks back from a family members' home. Drew created the artwork that hung in the gallery that evening.

Our talented intern, Brittany, used the same branches and sticks to create this stunning chandelier to hang over the couple as they married.

 

Erin & Drew were married right at midnight and their first kiss and husband and wife was after the countdown.

Congratulations, Erin and Drew! Here's to a wonderful life together!

 

Personal, non-pro photo/graphic

 

 

All photos, unless noted, courtesy of A Love Worth Telling and Ashley Dru Photography

Venue, Fe Gallery

Catering, Adams Bread & Moore

Invitations, Jamie Stoltz (contact info available upon request)

Planning and coordination, floral design, lighting, concept, and installation On the Nose Events

 

 

 

Something Borrowed meets Stylish White Female

Something Borrowed is turning into a lot of fun!

 

A few weeks ago, Laura and I had the pleasure of meeting with Terra from Stylish White Female for a little styling session. I have been a faithful reader of SWF for a few years, so it was pretty exciting to meet her in person. And, of course, she is just as sweet and funny in person she is on her blog. If you aren't reading her or following her on Facebook, get on it!

 

 

Btw, do you know how hard it is to dress for a meeting with a well-known sartorialist? Impossible.

 

Terra put together a few tablescapes using the products that we have on-site in our studio. This look would be perfect for a guest book table or a setting for your escort cards.

Total to rent? $32

 

This look works well for a dessert buffet or as a centerpiece for a more casual wedding.

Total to rent? $29

 

This is my favorite of the bunch, so sweet! A very Anthropology, romantic vibe.

 

It was so fun to watch someone with a stylish eye use our products to set a scene.

 

How perfect is this for an autumn event? Apothecary jars are endlessly customizable.

Total to rent? $26

At the Something Borrowed studio, we have so much more to offer! Contact either Nicole or Laura to set up an appointment today or just check us out online. Don't see what you want? We can get it. We are always getting new items in and just might have what you're looking for at the price you need.

How about we make the deal a little sweeter? Use the code swf10 to save 10% on your total order!

~Nicole