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December 23rd, 2011

Real Wedding: Song and Casey, Kansas City, Missouri

For their wedding Casey and Song kept things simple, clean, and modern, and I think that it really let’s the fun and emotion of their day shine through. I’m really excited to have their wedding on the blog because not only did One Tree Photography shoot the photos, but also the video. It was definitely the video that sold me, I think one of my favorite moments is the first look when Song exclaims “Dammit I am going to cry!” Song, and interior designer, and self described “control freak” did tons of projects for their day including all the paper goods, ceremony, and reception decor. A big thank you to her for sharing all the details of her and Casey’s day, and to Matt of One Tree Photography for his lovely images and video.

Who, What, Where ~ Ceremony and Reception: Studio 2131. Photography/Videography: One Tree Photography. Caterer: Moxie Catering. Flowers: Flowers by Emily. Cake: Icing on the Cake. Limo: Horizon Limousine.

Song + Casey | OTP from One Tree Photography on Vimeo.

From the bride…

Casey and I met at Kansas State University during my freshman year. We skipped the friendship stage and dove right into a relationship. I guess you can say it was love at first sight. As our relationship progressed, we became best friends and found out how eerily we complement each other. We are the classic goofy couple. After almost six years of dating, Casey popped the question. He took me to our favorite restaurant (Haru’s Steak and Sushi) and when I placed my hands on the table, he tried to sneakily slip the ring on my finger. The funny thing was that he accidentally put the ring on the wrong hand! It was pretty cute and a classic Song and Casey moment.

Anyone who knows me knows that my favorite color scheme is black and green. So it was no surprise that the colors for our wedding would be black and green with an apple theme (Casey’s favorite fruit are granny smith apples). Casey and I also love the urban, lofty aesthetic, which we incorporated through our venue at Studio 2131, and photography sites. We also wanted to include some Korean traditions to pay homage to my culture. A classic Korean wedding picture is of the Bride and Groom sitting very upright with a stoic expression. So we had the entire wedding party and ourselves do this pose.

There really was no one favorite part of our wedding day. The entire day was a blur of emotions, from flutters, excitement, and anything in between. We were blessed to be surrounded by close family and friends who were all genuinely excited for us and helped celebrate our marriage until the venue kicked us out. Casey and I woke up the next day as husband and wife with a ton of memorable stories to share. Our day could not have been any better.

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December 15th, 2011

Real Weddings: Erin and Curtis, Kansas City, Missouri

Erin and Curtis are both part of the architecture community in Kansas City. It’s easy to see their love of clean, modern design throughout their wedding from the invitations, to the flowers, and the event space they chose. Curtis even proposed to Erin with a ring designed by one of her favorite architects, Frank Gehry. Erin says she chose the fresh green color palette because it’s one of her favorite colors, and since it was a spring wedding she thought it’d be perfect. A big thank you to Erin and Curtis for sharing all the details of their big day, and to Rachel of RPM photography for all her lovely, and incredibly detailed images.

Who, What, Where ~ Ceremony: Unity Temple. Reception: Berg Event Space. Photography: RPM Photography. Flowers: Blue Bouquet. Cake: Slice Custom Cakes. Ice Cream: Coldstone Creamery. Caterer: Delish.

From the bride…

In March of 2010 we planned a trip to Colorado for the summer. Curtis, Max (our black lab) & I drove to Colorado for the his cousin’s wedding and afterwards traveled all over the state. We visited friends in Boulder, stayed in a cabin for a few days, did some hiking, and enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. Near the end of the trip we went to the Great Sand Dunes National Park, a place Curtis visited as a child. We each took a photo of the other and when we got together for a picture Curtis got down on one knee. I was completely surprised and the moment was perfect. After trying to fly a kite on the Dunes we headed to Colorado Springs were we had a special celebration dinner and spent the night at a bed & breakfast. It was clearly our most memorable vacation. We took a bottle of sand from the Dunes and used it in our sand ceremony which was part of the wedding ceremony.

Anything involving paper was DIY. I bought all of the supplies at Paper Source and also went to a class to learn the basics. I created a monogram from my engagement ring and used it on most paper items. Also, my Mom bought handkerchiefs for both of us and embroidered our names & wedding date.

I LOVE ice cream so we had Cold Stone at the wedding to serve ice cream instead of cake. We got a small cake just to cut and it was a simple design and cut to match my wedding ring.

I wore my Mom’s diamond studs as my something borrowed. We also did an “anniversary dance” where all couples come to the dance floor. Then couples who have been married 5 yrs or less are asked to leave the dance floor, 10 yrs, 20 yrs, etc. The remaining couple was my grandparents who have been married 64 yrs!

We did quite a few pictures at the Nelson Atkins Art Museum and the Bloch building addition. The architect, Steven Holl, is one of our favorites and we love the new building so that was a no brainer. We also did some pics on the plaza – where I lived for a few years after graduation.

I will always remember our first look and how excited he was to see me in my wedding gown. I also LOVE dancing and spent much of the night on the dance floor with friends, family, and my husband.

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September 12th, 2011

Engagement Session: Andy and Kristin

Andy and Kristin did such a good job of styling their Chicago e-session shot by Jenna Davis Photography. They started out with a cupcake and Izze soda picnic in the park with a guitar serenade. They ended their day downtown for a more urban, modern feel, with a quick outfit change.

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April 22nd, 2011

Floral Friday: Delicate Puffs

Gypsophila, or as it’s more commonly known, baby’s breath, is making a come back. For a long time it, much like the carnation, has been considered the red headed step child of the flower world. Labeled as a cheap filler, usually associated with “old fashioned” weddings. However baby’s breath isn’t cheap, and when it takes center stage in an arrangement can be simply amazing, as exhibited by this wedding receptions, beautiful, modern decor. Also the personal flowers which include silver brunia, and a variety of beautiful roses are perfect for a winter wedding.

Photography: Red Ribbon Studios (visit this blog post to see all the beautiful details from this wedding).

Event and Floral Design: Bungalow 6 Design.

Love how each groom/groomsmen’s boot is different.

See what I mean about the baby’s breath? It’s simply stunning. Such an inspirational event.

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April 21st, 2011

Real Midwest Weddings: Erin and Eric, St. Paul, Minnesota

It seems like this week on Middle of the Map has been all about Minnesota (see yesterdays post about the fabulous Urbane Montage Events). I’m so excited to share today’s real wedding, because not only are Erin and Eric a picture perfect couple, the flowers are amazing. A little out of the ordinary with beautiful textural elements like cockscomb, green trick, and billy balls, and of course some bright colors. Be still my heart!

Who, What, Where ~~ Ceremony: St. Francis of Assisi. Reception: Minnesota History Center. Photographer: Erin Johnson Photography. Florist: Lydia Jane Floral. Cake: A Piece of Cake. Hair: Ashlen McDonough at Mixx Salon. Gown and Bridesmaids: Priscilla of Boston. Flower Girl Dresses: Carmelle Elizabeth.

It’s easy to see that Erin has amazing style. Every bride’s dress is beautiful, but it’s the accessories that really set an individual apart from the crowd. Erin’s shoes are by JCrew, and she wore a beautiful statement pearl cuff, along with a floral fascinator. Her multi-circle earrings were modern fresh take on the typical bridal jewelry.

For the theme and decor of the day Erin says she wanted everything to be clean, crisp, fun and a little bit funky. She loves polka dots and round shapes, so this theme was used throughout the day, from accessories, to flowers, and stationary.

Erin chose a bright, fresh color palette of clover green and cantaloupe, with little pops of yellow and ivory/ white as an accent color.

Erin and Eric wanted to take pictures in more rustic setting, to act as a counterpoint to their bright modern color palette. Some of their favorite shots were in an old worn down parking lot. Erin loved the contrast, and said it made for a laid back, fun shoot.

Erin and her mom worked together to design the wedding invites, programs, and escort cards to coordinate. They also created the table number for the reception, which featured Erin and Eric’s dog, who she says is “like their child”, but couldn’t be a part of the celebration.

The reception tables were decorated with modern fun arrangements including fresh grass in containers, and fresh flowers, along with green pomanders to continue the circle theme.

A big thank you to Erin and Eric for sharing all the details for their lovely day with us, and to Erin Johnson for submitting the images she captured.