• Listen. Learn. Advocate. #blackouttuesday
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    Listen. Learn. Advocate. #blackouttuesday
  • Saturday morning sherbet! An unexpected favorite trio this spring.
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    Saturday morning sherbet! An unexpected favorite trio this spring.
  • Installations are my favorite. Whether it is a small thoughtful embellishment on ceremony chairs, a ceiling filled with flowers, or this sweet custom lattice with climbing peonies, they are the perfect way to integrate design into a space. We custom built this lattice and installed all of these colorful blooms to “grow” naturally throughout the tent. A little citrus garden magic for North Carolina. . . . Planning + Design: @mcleanevents Photography: @calliepdavis @nancyray Speciality Rentals: @greenhousepickersisters Tenting + Rentals: @partyreflections
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    Installations are my favorite. Whether it is a small thoughtful embellishment on ceremony chairs, a ceiling filled with flowers, or this sweet custom lattice with climbing peonies, they are the perfect way to integrate design into a space. We custom built this lattice and installed all of these colorful blooms to “grow” naturally throughout the tent. A little citrus garden magic for North Carolina. . . . Planning + Design: @mcleanevents Photography: @calliepdavis @nancyray Speciality Rentals: @greenhousepickersisters Tenting + Rentals: @partyreflections
  • Last week's seasonal study inspired by balance, duality, and these giant ephemeral magnolia.
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    Last week's seasonal study inspired by balance, duality, and these giant ephemeral magnolia.
  • Dusty pink and ivory painted foliage with monstera and chanededorea palm. 🤍 . . Planning + Design: @mcleanevents Venue: @merrimonwynne Photography: @jamie.vinson
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    Dusty pink and ivory painted foliage with monstera and chanededorea palm. 🤍 . . Planning + Design: @mcleanevents Venue: @merrimonwynne Photography: @jamie.vinson
  • Fresh lilac, cherry blossom branches, an ombre of sweet pea, butterfly ranunculus, and garden roses. Coming soon to @weddingsparrow. . . . . Design & planning @pureluxebride Venue @wingateplantation Photography @mallorydawnphoto Florist @blossombaydesign Rentals @oohevents Linen @latavolalinen Hair and Makeup @carriemhmu Wedding Gown @emilykotarskibridal Shoes @bellabelleshoes Men’s attire @mdumasandsons Vintage car @lowcountryvalet Paper Goods and Calligraphy @olivesaintlily Models @christi_clark & Jason Clark
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    Fresh lilac, cherry blossom branches, an ombre of sweet pea, butterfly ranunculus, and garden roses. Coming soon to @weddingsparrow. . . . . Design & planning @pureluxebride Venue @wingateplantation Photography @mallorydawnphoto Florist @blossombaydesign Rentals @oohevents Linen @latavolalinen Hair and Makeup @carriemhmu Wedding Gown @emilykotarskibridal Shoes @bellabelleshoes Men’s attire @mdumasandsons Vintage car @lowcountryvalet Paper Goods and Calligraphy @olivesaintlily Models @christi_clark & Jason Clark
  • Don't mind me.. just over here having a spring love affair with this campanula (( Canterbury bells)) (( bellfower)). It's the perfect ingredient to add a little whimsy.
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    Don't mind me.. just over here having a spring love affair with this campanula (( Canterbury bells)) (( bellfower)). It's the perfect ingredient to add a little whimsy.
  • Feeling a little heavier this morning about all of the uncertainty with events and this torrential downpour is not helping BUT we have managed to stay really positive around here this entire time so no use in stopping now. One major silver lining has been a little extra time for creativity. To play, experiment, and make just for the joy for it. This citrus garland was a back porch #isolationcreation a few weeks back featuring loquats from the tree in my front yard, a handful of grapefruit from the fridge and little flower frogs with light blue tweedia. It brightened up our dinner that evening and made me excited about all the possibilities to elevate this in the future. I imagine there could be garlands packed more abundantly with copious amounts of different kinds of citrus running down tables with fun texture linens and tiny flowers sprinkled throughout to create a lighthearted atmosphere that will encourage people to stay around the table a little longer!
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    Feeling a little heavier this morning about all of the uncertainty with events and this torrential downpour is not helping BUT we have managed to stay really positive around here this entire time so no use in stopping now. One major silver lining has been a little extra time for creativity. To play, experiment, and make just for the joy for it. This citrus garland was a back porch #isolationcreation a few weeks back featuring loquats from the tree in my front yard, a handful of grapefruit from the fridge and little flower frogs with light blue tweedia. It brightened up our dinner that evening and made me excited about all the possibilities to elevate this in the future. I imagine there could be garlands packed more abundantly with copious amounts of different kinds of citrus running down tables with fun texture linens and tiny flowers sprinkled throughout to create a lighthearted atmosphere that will encourage people to stay around the table a little longer!
  • In my mind this guy is in a funk band, breaks it down on the dance floor, and definitely adds a little sunshine to floral designs.
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    In my mind this guy is in a funk band, breaks it down on the dance floor, and definitely adds a little sunshine to floral designs.
  • These two lovebirds were hitched a year ago yesterday on Maddie's family farm! Bright peonies, lilac, and fruiting citrus grew throughout tall garden lattice in the pasture. A celebration of calming timeless love! Happy Anniversary Maddie + Brian . . . Planning + Design: @mcleanevents @mcleaneventsclt Photo: @calliepdavis
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    These two lovebirds were hitched a year ago yesterday on Maddie's family farm! Bright peonies, lilac, and fruiting citrus grew throughout tall garden lattice in the pasture. A celebration of calming timeless love! Happy Anniversary Maddie + Brian . . . Planning + Design: @mcleanevents @mcleaneventsclt Photo: @calliepdavis
  • A special commission for Savannah 🖤✨ . . All blooms locally grown by @foxhoundflowers
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    A special commission for Savannah 🖤✨ . . All blooms locally grown by @foxhoundflowers
  • A playful exercise in movement this morning inspired by the leafy greens of oralya and the unbound artists at @studiomondine // I love how a few curving stems can direct the energy of a whole design. @foxhoundflowers @bbutterwolf @ktlynkrns @canopyfloralco would love to see your #ikebanaunbound #outcomeneutraldesign designs!!!
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    A playful exercise in movement this morning inspired by the leafy greens of oralya and the unbound artists at @studiomondine // I love how a few curving stems can direct the energy of a whole design. @foxhoundflowers @bbutterwolf @ktlynkrns @canopyfloralco would love to see your #ikebanaunbound #outcomeneutraldesign designs!!!
  • Two years ago today we were running around the @nashermuseum setting up to celebrate Isabella + Will! My favorite part was finding a few quiet moments to sneak around the museum and admire the art. Getting to design surrounded by so much inspiration was a high. Cheers to I + W’s anniversary, to creative communities, and to drinking a few extra margaritas today in honor of Cinco de Mayo until we can get back to it! . . . Planning + Design: @mcleanevents Photography: @allyandbobby
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    Two years ago today we were running around the @nashermuseum setting up to celebrate Isabella + Will! My favorite part was finding a few quiet moments to sneak around the museum and admire the art. Getting to design surrounded by so much inspiration was a high. Cheers to I + W’s anniversary, to creative communities, and to drinking a few extra margaritas today in honor of Cinco de Mayo until we can get back to it! . . . Planning + Design: @mcleanevents Photography: @allyandbobby
  • CORAL CHARM PEONIES // These showstoppers really are the darlings of May. We incorporate coral charm peonies into a few spring weddings each season and every.single.time. I am mesmerized. This photo is a quick snap on my iPhone. No filter, no color adjustments, just Mother Nature showing off. One of the biggest silver linings to the big scary pause on our spring wedding season is that this is the first spring we've been able to offer flowers to our local community! So do not sleep on these Mother's Day Peonies for this weekend (dog moms/plant moms/maybe at this rate food baby moms.. y'all count too) pickup will be this Saturday at either @palate_nc or @beanieandcecil and @lovelydiabakery is offering a Mother's Day box of baked goods with peony add ons. You can check out all of the coral charm options @foxhoundflowers and I put together at the link in bio.
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    CORAL CHARM PEONIES // These showstoppers really are the darlings of May. We incorporate coral charm peonies into a few spring weddings each season and every.single.time. I am mesmerized. This photo is a quick snap on my iPhone. No filter, no color adjustments, just Mother Nature showing off. One of the biggest silver linings to the big scary pause on our spring wedding season is that this is the first spring we've been able to offer flowers to our local community! So do not sleep on these Mother's Day Peonies for this weekend (dog moms/plant moms/maybe at this rate food baby moms.. y'all count too) pickup will be this Saturday at either @palate_nc or @beanieandcecil and @lovelydiabakery is offering a Mother's Day box of baked goods with peony add ons. You can check out all of the coral charm options @foxhoundflowers and I put together at the link in bio.
  • Isolation Creation // "I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way - things I had no words for." - Georgia O'Keeffe
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    Isolation Creation // "I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way - things I had no words for." - Georgia O'Keeffe
  • Happy Friday! We should be knee deep in wedding flowers right about now and our virtual workshop yesterday really made me realize how much I've been missing it all. It felt right to have arms full of flowers again... even if it was just an afternoon! Grateful that @foxhoundflowers and I got to share our craft and if I can't be installing wedding dreams this weekend then some time working in my yard (or the living room that is practically a construction zone with all of my "ideas" ) isn't a bad alternative.
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    Happy Friday! We should be knee deep in wedding flowers right about now and our virtual workshop yesterday really made me realize how much I've been missing it all. It felt right to have arms full of flowers again... even if it was just an afternoon! Grateful that @foxhoundflowers and I got to share our craft and if I can't be installing wedding dreams this weekend then some time working in my yard (or the living room that is practically a construction zone with all of my "ideas" ) isn't a bad alternative.
  • Designing proposals this morning, which means digging through the archives// Here's a favorite recipe curated with ocean pearl agrostemma, bowl of cream peonies, combo roses, periwinkle, oncidium orchids, blond lisianthus and sun palms.
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    Designing proposals this morning, which means digging through the archives// Here's a favorite recipe curated with ocean pearl agrostemma, bowl of cream peonies, combo roses, periwinkle, oncidium orchids, blond lisianthus and sun palms.
  • A handful of chamomile bunches just arrived for our sold out virtual workshop with @foxhoundflowers this Thursday! // In the language of flowers, chamomile means patience in adversity. - Thinking we may need to add on some more of that.
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    A handful of chamomile bunches just arrived for our sold out virtual workshop with @foxhoundflowers this Thursday! // In the language of flowers, chamomile means patience in adversity. - Thinking we may need to add on some more of that.
  • Tulip Installation for #Isolationcreation // I love these tulips. I love their exposed roots, the way the light hits, and I love most of all how long after the life of the flower has ended they still appear to dance // I also love that this is the only isolation creation I will be able to keep once this is all over. These last few days creative quarantine has actually been in the form of historic home renovations. I removed decades old wallpaper + paint in the dining room and finished remodeling the fireplace in my living room.. it's going to be worth it in the end but I have not started repainting either room yet so it’s all a big mess right now. But the creative work is in the process, that's what makes the outcome so satisfying! I'm thinking about sharing a little bit of those projects on here as well. Maybe so? Either way - we'll be coming back this week with daily flower meditations.
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    Tulip Installation for #Isolationcreation // I love these tulips. I love their exposed roots, the way the light hits, and I love most of all how long after the life of the flower has ended they still appear to dance // I also love that this is the only isolation creation I will be able to keep once this is all over. These last few days creative quarantine has actually been in the form of historic home renovations. I removed decades old wallpaper + paint in the dining room and finished remodeling the fireplace in my living room.. it's going to be worth it in the end but I have not started repainting either room yet so it’s all a big mess right now. But the creative work is in the process, that's what makes the outcome so satisfying! I'm thinking about sharing a little bit of those projects on here as well. Maybe so? Either way - we'll be coming back this week with daily flower meditations.
  • Who wants to take advantage of some spring blooms with us for a virtual workshop? Have a curated selection of bright beautiful flowers dropped right to your door and we will design together. Next Thursday, April 30th! All of the details + signup in the link in our profile!
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    Who wants to take advantage of some spring blooms with us for a virtual workshop? Have a curated selection of bright beautiful flowers dropped right to your door and we will design together. Next Thursday, April 30th! All of the details + signup in the link in our profile!
  • A bouquet gathered from the garden Photography: @melissa.blythe
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    A bouquet gathered from the garden Photography: @melissa.blythe
  • An authentic blend of modern + romance // Suspended installations of mixed muted spring greens with white spirea, white calcynia, and white cherry blossoms. Accented by hanging gold geometric votives above tablescapes of taupe taper candles, Monet floating candles, white pillar candles, and mixed gold votives. . . Design + Planning @McLeanEvents⠀ Photography @kmjphoto Rentals @greenhousepickersisters @ce_rental_raleigh @themeworkscreative ⠀
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    An authentic blend of modern + romance // Suspended installations of mixed muted spring greens with white spirea, white calcynia, and white cherry blossoms. Accented by hanging gold geometric votives above tablescapes of taupe taper candles, Monet floating candles, white pillar candles, and mixed gold votives. . . Design + Planning @McLeanEvents⠀ Photography @kmjphoto Rentals @greenhousepickersisters @ce_rental_raleigh @themeworkscreative ⠀
  • With blooms from Foxhound Flowers and wild foliage from my yard, this arrangement is my favorite from last week’s isolation creations. Lately I’ve been thinking about how all of these daily studies are like journal entries documenting each day of this pandemic. Despite what is happening, they celebrate the time and place we are in right now. I am dreaming of similarly spotlighting seasonality in our event designs whenever those days come back again! How lovely will it be to highlight what is naturally flourishing on the day of your wedding?!
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    With blooms from Foxhound Flowers and wild foliage from my yard, this arrangement is my favorite from last week’s isolation creations. Lately I’ve been thinking about how all of these daily studies are like journal entries documenting each day of this pandemic. Despite what is happening, they celebrate the time and place we are in right now. I am dreaming of similarly spotlighting seasonality in our event designs whenever those days come back again! How lovely will it be to highlight what is naturally flourishing on the day of your wedding?!
  • I love how cherry blossoms come on early spring like little pink flares signaling the awakening of a new season, the first signs of something new. . . This tablescape we designed with @pureluxebride was full of them. We are looking forward to sharing more when this shoot in published in June but for now this little setup under the trees will do. Photo: @mallorydawnphoto
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    I love how cherry blossoms come on early spring like little pink flares signaling the awakening of a new season, the first signs of something new. . . This tablescape we designed with @pureluxebride was full of them. We are looking forward to sharing more when this shoot in published in June but for now this little setup under the trees will do. Photo: @mallorydawnphoto