Weddings with the Elegance of the Past

There’s something about spring that sparks in us a feeling of renewal and hope, and for great new beginnings. The March issue of Grand Luxe magazine was devoted to weddings and the new adventures upon which couples embark as they plan the cherished ceremony amidst love and dreams. If you are looking for antique inspirations for your spring events or weddings, below is the article of my monthly column as it appeared, plus many extra images from our photo shoot. The original setting was the Dallas Country Club and the famed Tablescapes event last year. My inspiration theme for the event was “Le jardin de rose Françoise”, and what could be more romantic than a rose garden ~ especially in the French style? The antiques we used in this vignette were found on our buying trips throughout Europe – the antique painting from Italy, the jardinières from France, the 18^th century buffet a deaux corps from Belgium, the antique china from Germany – all using a soft palette of creams, grays and powder blues. The arrangements in this display demanded over 400 roses for the opulent look I wanted to achieve.