A Royal Wedding

Bright and early this morning, I watched the wedding of William and Catherine. A plethora of titles accompanied the nuptials:  William and Catherine now take the titles of Earl and Countess of Strathearn, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the Baron and Baroness of Carrickfergus.

The wedding took place in Westminster Abbey–the decor, classic and refreshing.  The contrast of red, from the uniforms of William & the pages to the collar of the choir boys, was stunning against the abbey’s blue walls and gray columns.  Kate carried an all white bouquet consisting of myrtle, lily-of-the-valley, sweet William and hyacinth: The petite blossoms of which perfectly complemented the chantilly lace of her sweeping white gown.  As a crowning touch, she wore a cherished tiara given to her by the Queen–seen as a symbolic gesture of the future of the monarchy.  And the tiny bridesmaids!  How adorable were they with their petite white dresses, crowning halos and frumpy frown or two! 

All together, it was a happy event.  Wills smiled throughout and threw loving glances at Kate, who maintained a relaxed, regal bearing.  Harry, being Harry, kept things light.

A great day for Great Britain…Diana would be proud.

Enchanted Evening at The Wildflower Center.

 Daylight hours revealed a beautiful spring palette of pale blue, yellow and orange. 

Large arrangements of blue hydrangea, white lilies, yellow and orange roses graced the ceremony site,

while silver juleps of the same accented the aisle.

The bridesmaids were lovely in french blue and carried bouquets ranging in color from orange to yellow, 

while the Junior Bridesmaid skipped through the evening, utterly delighted with her delicate halo of orange and yellow flowers, complete with sheer/satin ivory streamers.

 

The graceful bride carried a lovely bouquet of mokara orchids, yellow ranunculus, splash roses & gloriosa lilies.

Soft linens accentuated the simple lines of her cake.

Centerpiece 1 consisted of gorgeous hurricane and 3 silver juleps overflowing with spring flowers.

 

Centerpiece 2 consisted of a single large arrangements set in a silver pedestal vase.

A few smaller tables, accented by small hurricanes, provided for more intimate conversation.

As the evening progressed, the abundance of candlelight created pools of light on each table.

Truly, an enchanted place.