It's a Wedding Planner's dream to get a bride who is not afraid to go against the grain and take things to another level! It also doesn't hurt when a bride is crafty and willing to get her hands dirty by creating and painting some of her own decor. This past year I had the pleasure of working with one of those brides. When she came to me, she described herself as being a hippie at heart and wanted her wedding outdoors or in a barn. She told me of the love her and her fiance had for music especially with the groom-to-be being in a band. After finding what would soon become the perfect venue settled on a beautiful vineyard in Newtown, PA…Rose Bank Winery…my bride's true colors came to life through planning, and while her Bohemian style and the love of music played first fiddle, her glamorous side crept in, and therefore, Lindsay's Boho Chic wedding was born!
Lindsay and her bridesmaids arrived by trolley to St. Anthony's in Trenton, NJ for a traditional Catholic ceremony. Her brides were decked out in gorgeous statement jewelry atop their alternating blush gowns. Lindsay in her Maggie Sottero gown met her country-grown hubby-to-be, Chay, at the alter looking quite dapper in his blue suit which was one shade lighter than his groomsmen's navy suits which had matching blush ties. The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of pink peonies, champagne Sahara roses, white hydrangea, and pink astilbe by In Full Bloom while the bridesmaids bouquets were left simply to baby's breath as to not overpower their attire and to give a hint of what was to soon be at the reception.
The ring bearers carried adorable hand-painted signs with cute sayings made by the bride as the flowergirls carried fairy wands.
After the ceremony, a bag piper played (yes, there's a wee bit of Irish in the married couples' genes) as everyone waived their Boho Chic ribbon wands with tiny bells.
The next stop was to the Tir Na Nog - a local Irish Pub (that wee bit of Irish again) which is quite a monumental place for the couple. It's where they met for the first time when Lindsay happened to be in the crowd as Chay was playing with his band. It was the place where Chay would then propose to Lindsay on New Year's Eve. And, it would never be forgotten as the place Lindsay would traditionally frequent with her father on St. Patrick's Day before he sadly passed.
The bride honored her father in two very special ways at the wedding.
After a quick "cheers" at the pub and some more unforgettable pictures by Heather M. Shier Photography, it was time to head to Rose Bank Winery for Cocktail Hour.
The country-fed groom had a mashed potato bar, and craft beers were aplenty for guests. Inside the Buckman Barn located at Rose Bank Winery, rustic light bulbs draped the ceiling and hand-painted signs adorned the room featuring the most favorite song lyrics of those in the bridal party.
More DIY was incorporated as the bride made her own seating charts out of windows which were on the patio where guests mingled.
A guitar box was the means of a card box, once again implementing the bride and groom's love and life of music.
It is quite a gratifying accomplishment to be able to take an absolute blank slate of a venue such as the Rose Ballroom at Rose Bank Winery, and create an atmosphere unique to what the bride is dreaming of. As you see from the before picture, we began with just a nice big rustic room. After simple draping was hung by Adam's Rental according to the bride's wishes, gold Chivari chairs were brought in along with different shaped tables that we strategically placed.
The magic happened once entering the ballroom. A combination of round tables and rows of long tables topped with beautiful ivory linens and gold sequin runners flooded the room to house the very large group of guests. The tables were then decorated with magical creations by In Full Bloom. Some tables held tall branch centerpieces with bloomed quince, some had medium-sized centerpieces of baby's breath, and then tons of gatherings of vintage vessels were planted on tables boasting assortments of beautiful pink peonies, roses, hydrangeas, and more! Mercury glass vases and votives were brought in to create an extra glamorous touch.
A custom marquee sign, again made by the bride, sat as a simple and sweet backdrop marking she and her husband's territory at the sweetheart table.
Tears flowed from many as the bride danced with her uncle (in lieu of her late father) as her new husband serenaded them with acoustic guitar and sang Coldplay's 'Fix You'. It was a very powerful moment.
A family-style dinner by Joe Derrico's Revere Restaurant was absolutely exquisite as was the service! The couple's Moscow Mule Signature Drink was enjoyed by many.
Early in the night, the crowd enjoyed the high-energy sounds of the groom's band Some Assembly Required!
One outrageous crowd of guests then danced the night away to the ever popular sounds of DJ Bruce Mancia.
An unbelievably delicious cake from Coco's Cakery was made-to-order and put a sweet ending on the night!
This was one wedding that won't soon be forgotten! It was Boho Chic and musically unique!
Photos by: Heather M. Shier Photography
Wedding Planner/Design: All The Rave Events by Heather, LLC.
Venue: Rose Bank Winery
Caterer: Revere Restaurant
DJ: Bruce Mancia
Florist: In Full Bloom
Trolley: Bucks County Trolley Company
Cake: Coco's Cakery
Photographer: Heather M. Shier Photography
Videographer: Wedding Bug
Draping: Adam's Party Rental
Invitations/Signage: Liz Battaglia Design
