Whew! What a year it has been. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has thrown a wrench in the wedding plans of many couples throughout this year. Couples have had to pivot and change everything from their wedding date, venue, guest count, and honeymoon plans. Micro weddings have become the latest trend as couples have had to downsize their guest lists from 250+ attendees to 25 (or fewer) in order to follow their local COVID-19 ordinance. Even some of our own clients have reimagined their wedding day and decided to move forward with hosting an intimate reception at their family homes or ranches (it’s Texas, y’all). We love the idea of hosting a beautiful soirée under the stars in a location that is special to you and your loved ones. We hope this styled shoot provides you with some inspiration for hosting your own event whether it be a grande gathering or intimate celebration.

Garden party themed outdoor styled wedding shoot. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Panning, Your Butler’s Pantry, La Tavola Fine Linen, Maxit Flower Design

Intimate wedding reception tablescape with gold flatware, lilac napkins with ivory ribbon, crystal glassware, and a garden-style centerpiece arrangement. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Panning, Your Butler’s Pantry, La Tavola Fin… — Intimate wedding reception tablescape with gold flatware, lilac napkins with ivory ribbon, crystal glassware, and a garden-style centerpiece arrangement. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Panning, Your Butler’s Pantry, La Tavola Fine Linen, Maxit Flower Design

When designing a tablescape there are a variety of different elements that you can incorporate to achieve your desired look. Once you select your color palette you can begin to bring in different linens, glassware, candles, chairs, light fixtures, and blooms to create a cohesive design. These are some of the elements we considered when designing the editorial shown in the images below. Over the summer we partnered with Kiran and Leigh Bespoke Planning to produce a styled shoot for the season between late winter and early spring. We were inspired by garden parties and watercolor tones. The combination of the floral table linens, premium garden-style arrangements, wishbone chairs, and hanging pendents helped us achieve a look that is romantic with a modern edge.

Garden-party inspired wedding invitation suite. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Planning, Maxit Flower Design

Bridal bouquet full of roses, ranunculus, and spray roses. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Planning, Maxit Flower Design

Bridal portrait with a garden-style bridal bouquet. Joesph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Planners, Maxit Flower Design

Styled signature cocktails on vintage gold tray. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Planning, Your Butler’s Pantry, Maxit Flower Design

Intimate wedding reception tablescape in a private residence. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Panning, Your Butler’s Pantry, La Tavola Fine Linen, Maxit Flower Design

Intimate wedding reception tablescape. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Panning, Your Butler’s Pantry, La Tavola Fine Linen, Maxit Flower Design

Intimate wedding reception tablescape with gold flatware, lilac napkins, crystal glassware, dusty blue taper candles, and a garden-style centerpiece arrangement. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Panning, Your Butler’s Pantry, La Ta… — Intimate wedding reception tablescape with gold flatware, lilac napkins, crystal glassware, dusty blue taper candles, and a garden-style centerpiece arrangement. Joseph West Photography, Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Panning, Your Butler’s Pantry, La Tavola Fine Linen, Maxit Flower Design

Flowers: Maxit Flower Design

Event Planner: Kiran & Leigh Bespoke Planning

Photographer: Joseph West Photography

Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen

Place settings: Your Butler’s Pantry

The bride asked for a simple and classic design. We incorporated scented garden roses with roses and touches of jasmine vine for that delicate touch or greenery. Calligraphy by Jenny @ A Fine Flourish

Copying what we have done in our daily lives works well for most things. I tend not to reinvent how I take a shower, make my bed or brush my teeth. As we have created efficient methods that have become routine.

Designing weddings and events can fall into the same patterns. I have been guilty of this, as it also can help with efficiency and ease. And shall I say that it allows clients to feel comfortable that we are not taking risks with their special event.

On the other hand, bringing in a couple elements that might have never been introduced before can not only make your client feel special, but create intention with design. New design elements reminds us that each one of our clients is unique and that all our designs have them at the forefront of creation.

To our future clients, allow us to take some risks and meld that into what you feel comfortable with. The combination of both allows for the most beautiful events we have ever created.