I have loved going back through our old photo files and finding wedding details perfect for sharing on these “flashback fridays”. Thank you to Liz Banfield for resurrecting may of these files for us. This fall affair at the William Aiken House pulled deep red and oranges together for a vibrantly hued party with modern flair.

Bridesmaids bouquets are full of dahlias, orchids, and tulips in all the right colors.  They provide just the right pop against dark dresses.

Of course we have to have matching yarmulkes for the ceremony! Natural woven baskets were set up as guests arrived for a self serve ceremony program and yarmulke display.

The chuppa was draped in rich velvet fabric and adorned with stems of orchids for a ceremony in the round. The sunshine through the clear top tent was the perfect addition to the cheerful color palette.

A palette cleansing sorbet was served in red glass votives after cocktail hour as guests made their way to dinner.

A sunny outdoor lounge covered in all of the custom colored velvet made a cozy and comfy spot for guests to enjoy cocktail hour.

Hand written dinner escort cards were held in place in trays of red lentils (which when dry are actually orange). Such a simple design element but guests gushed over this.

Dinner tables along the upper piazza made for sunset views during dinner.  The tabletop decor was another way we brought in the couple’s modern affinity. The bold square china with matching square printed menus were accented by alternating monofloral and monochromatic centerpieces.

The modern and simple Jim Smeal cake let the display made entirely out of flowers be the standout (I love the high gloss finish as well!)

Chocolate truffles wrapped in such pretty packaging were the sweetest of favors for the guests.

The party going well into the evening surrounded in candlelight bouncing appropriately off of the “reflecting pond”.