“The Language of Flowers” Meets Degas

Hand-deckled edges and impressionist illustrations of flowers wove throughout the invitation suite and day-of details—ethereal intimacy achieved. On the tablescapes, ribbon hand-dyed by the bride cinched each guest’s napkin and cutlery into sweet bundles that sat atop gold-rimmed china.

Dinner took place around two family-style tables on the mansion’s beautiful Promenade, where crystal chandeliers gleamed overhead and the Palladian windows reflected the flickering candlelight. A crooner’s lilting melodies composed an understated soundtrack to the meal as the families took turns giving toasts to the bride and groom.
 
Dancing in the ballroom followed, on a floor we custom-wrapped with artwork. Not to be outdone by the rest of the wedding day details, the cake also looked like it could have come out of a museum case.

Paper leaves dyed with a stunning stained-glass effect danced over the sides of the confection, imitating the autumn scene visible through the windows. It looked almost too good to eat!

When the bride is an artist, her wedding becomes her masterpiece. And for Michelle and Luc, every detail was intentional.
 
The bride wanted to embrace the intimacy inside Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church, where Michelle attended growing up, so we designed an artful co-mingling of the space’s natural shadows and warm, glowy lighting. Even the music was a family effort, thanks to Michelle’s mother who is part of the church’s music program, and who carefully curated the music, making sure each note was carefully chosen.

From the invitations that provided guests’ first glimpse into the wedding day to the reception at Rosewood Mansion, visuals were of the utmost importance. Inspired by The Language of Flowers and the work of French impressionist Edgar Degas, Michelle hand-selected each paper element to align with her artistic sense.