Enchanted Forest

On Saturday September 22 the Susan Murray team created an elegant and magical wedding theme fit for royalty. We put a sophisticated spin on an enchanted forest theme wedding. We combined a number of textures and soft coloured linens to create this regal look that complimented the venue perfectly. The rich gold architecture at The Venetian Banquet Hall added to our design and framed our backdrop beautifully.

The couple had a large bridal party so creating a grand design was important. We wanted to make a design that highlighted the couple on their special day. We started with the bridal party's table, our Stone Satin and Ivory Origami Satin covered the head tables. We used our pink chiffon rosettes and some diamond trim to pick up the Origami satin and add drama to the textured fabric. Our Ivory Mesh Sequence draped over the table was an elegant touch that screamed bridal. The way it gathered on the floor added to the whimsical feel of the design.

For the backdrop we used two different ivory linens, gathered to make a luscious, dramatic look. Our Silver Mesh Sequence was draped down the center which highlighted the couple's throne chairs!

Our Table Top Chandelier was a custom design for this couple. The three chandeliers and hanging crystal chains were a dramatic, eye catching look that sparkled above the couple all night. The white manzanita branches wrapped in white chiffon really brought the mystical fairy tale theme to life. It really made the couple the focal point of the room!

For the head table we used our Ivory Rose fabric. This was the perfect choice for that enchanted, whimsical theme.

The cake was a simple yet elegant four tier white fondant cake. The soft ivory ribbon and diamond trim fit our design and added even more sparkle!

The guest tables were dressed in our Stone Satin and our Silver Cartier. The soft stone satin was the perfect color to highlight the beautiful floral arrangements. A long mirror runner is a great way to make the table look larger and to reflect the candle light and beautiful colors of the flowers.

 The couple chose our Silver Ice Charger Plate from our new line of designer chargers. And what a great choice it was! The simple design was subtle but glamorous on the different linens they chose for guest tables.



It wouldn't be a Susan Muray design without a little sparkle here and there! Crystal votives and vases on guest tables are a great way to bring a classic look to the table without making it look too clutter. A few candles among the overflowing florals will give the table a beautiful warm glow. We also added shimmering brooches and crystal ornaments on the tables. This is an easy way to complete your table top design and add sparkle within your floral arrangements.

 We love our Susan Murray brides and always go above and beyond for them. We are so happy to have been a part of this beautiful night!

Be sure to leave a comment and let us know what you think of this design and how it inspired you!

A Wedding to Remember! Is it Hamilton or Hollywood?

Our fabulous bride Alana is back to share her jaw dropping wedding reception at Carmen's Banquet Hall in Hamilton. When we last saw her she asked us to help create A Couture Bridal Shower to celebrate her engagement with her close family and friends. We created a chic, fashion forward design - any brides dream bridal shower!

When she came back to us for another custom Susan Murray Design for her big day we couldn't help but get excited! She and her planners, Candice & Alison, were a dream to work with. Alana brought her own taste and ideas to the table but allowed our team to take the ropes and do what we do best. We really wanted to go above and beyond for this fun loving couple so we made all the stops when transforming this hall to the wedding of their dreams!

Alana was looking to create a Hollywood inspired wedding reception so we wanted to combine a little tradition with some glitzy modern touches to create an elegant yet sophisticated decor design.

Where do we start when describing how we put this together! How about that dreamy, luscious backdrop? We created this grand custom Susan Murray design to fit the theme and what a show stopping focal point it made in the hall!

We started with a few basics for the backdrop and added layers of textured linens to add drama and create a luxurious setting for the bride and groom.  A sparkling mirror hung in the center of the backdrop which acted as a focal point for the grand display. Our chandelier pillars add depth to a simple backdrop - and a little sparkle!

The head table was to die for! The lush table fit for queen - and king - was dressed in our new White Ballerina fabric. Full ivory floral arrangements provided by Creations by Gitta lined the table and framed the fabulous bridal party. Six large candelabras stood tall above the table adding a regal and traditional look. A number of vases and crystal candle holders sat along the front of the head table surrounded by ivory rose petals. This gave the entire head table a warm romantic glow. Our elegant Diamond Tufted Throne Chairs were the perfect seats for the couple, a combination of modern elegance and traditional style! And to complete the look our Ivory Tufted Pillows decorated the bridal party's chivari chairs.

The podium was dressed in our White Satina and accessorized with tulle and our ivory chiffon rose.

Our dramatic decor along with the elegantly draped ceiling transformed the room into a whimsical tent like space. To complete the look we draped the entire room.

The cake was a stunning six tier white fondant covered cake with intricate silver details created by the infamous Cake Opera Co.

To match the exquisite cake we created a three tier table dressing. We started off with our Liquid Silver Lamé

 Liner. We topped that with our Silver Mesh Sequence and to add another layer of sparkle we used our exclusive White Gardenia overlay.

Guest tables were dressed in our White Ballerina fabric and White Confetti Topper. The plush White Ballerina fabric matched the head table while the soft White Confetti Topper added subtle sparkle to the tables.

We believe it is all about the details. It's the small details that brought this entire design together; here are a few images of the rest of the event - we can't get enough of it!

Be sure to let us know if we've inspired you with our romantic custom design!