What happens when wedding opulence and Netflix royalty collide
Q: What was the initial inspiration?
The minute I saw the bride’s blue-and-white chinoiserie heels, I knew this wasn’t just a wedding—it was a full-blown period drama in the making. She and her groom were dreaming of something timeless and romantic, but also jaw-droppingly grand. Think: Bridgerton vibes, but with a custom twist. From their private vow exchange at The Don Cesar to a sword-sliced cake moment (yep, a sword), this was opulence with personality.
Q: Walk us through the ceremony details.
Their “I do’s” took place inside a cathedral that already oozed classic beauty, but we amped it up with blooms upon blooms. Sweet flower girls handed out roses to guests as they made their way down the aisle, setting a tone of delicate charm. The ceremony itself felt like a royal affair, but what made it personal were the small details—the quiet emotion of the vows, the private first look beforehand, and the grand exit through a sea of waving wishing wands.
And then… a cherry-red vintage Mustang whisked them away in full main-character energy.
Q: The reception transformation at The Don was next level. How did you pull it off?
The ballroom was completely unrecognizable when guests arrived. We transformed it floor-to-ceiling into a floral-drenched wonderland that could’ve been plucked straight from a Regency-era fantasy. Greenery wrapped around railings and chandeliers, florals covered the entrance arch, and even the window valances got the garden party treatment.
As guests stepped into the space, a live violinist played softly while the scent of fresh flowers filled the room. They were greeted with crystal-etched champagne coupes, each holding a delicate edible bloom—a small touch, but one that made jaws drop.
Q: Talk about the tablescape—because wow.
Velvet napkins, flickering candlelight, etched crystal glassware, gold flatware, letterpress menus so gorgeous you didn’t want to set anything on them… every table felt like it belonged in a palace. We mixed long banquet tables with Versailles-worthy rounds, all dressed in layers of luxury and flooded with fresh florals. The sweetheart table sat in front of a golden garden gate backdrop that was just chef’s kiss.
Q: Any surprise moments for the guests?
Oh, we had a few tricks up our embroidered sleeve. A magician roamed the room, performing sleight-of-hand in between courses, which was a major hit. The cake—not just layered with blooms but topped with a custom figurine of the couple and their cat—was sliced with a literal sword as a surprise from our team. Because why not make your cake-cutting moment cinematic?
Oh, and the ring bearer? He was on full royal guard duty all night—guarding the couple like the tiny, tuxedoed legend he was.
Q: Favorite moment of the night?
Easy: watching the dance floor absolutely ignite under the Don’s iconic chandeliers. It was a Bridgerton ball meets modern celebration, and no one wanted to leave. It was lush, emotional, extra in all the right ways—and unforgettable.
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