Books and Cameras

Esmeralda and Nasim were such a breath of fresh air to work just within the 3 weeks we began communicating before their Monday Yosemite wedding. They did such a perfect job on pulling in elements that reflect who they are and what they love as well as still fitting within the style of the venue. Both are in the industry of writing and photography so what better way to enhance that passion for them but to pull them in to the details. She had sent over some photos to showcase the inspiration behind her vision and we worked together to create some magic! I hollowed out some of my vintage books to create my floral arrangements from and in the most unbelievable timing I had fell upon an irresistible deal on some vintage cameras that helped finish off the styling of this event. Flowers used are Juliet Garden roses, seeded Eucalyptus, Ranunculus, Billy Balls, Succulents, brazilla berries and dusty miller. These were my usual shots I always try and snag before leaving to set up. To view highlights from their day, please visit White Daisy Photography's beautiful images and see how gorgeous her long sleeve lace dress is!

Soft Summer Rustics

Claire and Taylor were married this last June at the Evergreen Lodge in Yosemite. Like most of my clients having a destination wedding, most communication is initially done through emailing ideas, descriptions and photo samples. They made a trip over to Merced to iron out the details with me. The lined the isle with hooks and mason jar arragements which turned into centerpieces, they brought the material and built their own driftwood arch which was enhanced with some gatherings of the wedding flowers and then of course some wedding party flowers. She was sweet enough to think of me in sending me some images from their wedding and with the sun shinning so much this winter, I've been already itching for some of these colors to come around again... Flowers we used in the designs are Juliet Garden Roses, Scabiosa Pods, Billy Balls, Asilbe, Coffee Berries, Bunny Tails, Fern Shoots, Sweet Peas, Gooseneck, Geranium, Scabiosa, Salidago and lisianthus.

Spring Tropics

This was a small event I had a few weeks ago and the only information besides which items were needed was that they were going with navy linens and the event would be outdoors and they don't want pastels so I came up with these and had so much fun with the colors!

Jackie and Chris ~ Backyard Chic

If you live in or around Merced, you would know that Jackie is all style. She is the owner of Helen Louise and Him in Merced and is always dressed perfectly adorable with her high fashion jeans, boots and accessories each time I see her. We first met in December, 5 months prior to her wedding and she inquired about my services for flowers, photography and coordinating. This was a first for me and I love the challenge and was able to team up with Shannon Metcalf of Shannon Metcalf Events to provide the coordinating.
She is so sweet and laid back and knew exactly what she wanted for her day and allowed me the creative freedom to take it from there. Her colors were black, white and yellow and knowing the venue was in a backyard, we chose to use black footed urns and some fun linens to create the ambiance.
Little did we anticipate we had to switch venues two weeks prior to the event and notify all 175+ guests. Then, who would ever think that there would randomly be a freezing storm blowing through on May 23rd?
Everything worked out perfectly. The energy and crowd had nothing but positive love and everyone danced the night away!
Her bouquet was one of my all time favorites to design. Yellow peonies, roses, spray roses, ranuculus, billy balls, vanda orchids, and freesias. The handle was a white satin base with black lace and oversized white pearl clusters.






Chris is a major duck hunter so you may pick up a hint of that throughout the day. He gave each of his groomsmen a duck pin which we added to the boutonnieres.






Being in the clothing industry, Jackie found this fabric while going to market for an amazing deal so we were able to make a ton of overlays with it.












It was so cold when we went to take wedding party photos, soon the ladies were putting on the mens coats and the men began holding the womens bouquet. Perfect photo op!







Floral/Event Design and Photography - Natalie Galasso Designs
Wedding Coordination - Shannon Metcalf Events
Rentals - Classic Party Rentals
Hair - Becky Drum
Music - DJ Lamont
Catering - DeAngelo's
Invitations and Fine Stationary - Whimsy, LLC