Entries by Kate Murphy

Light Up Your Love: How to Decorate Your Wedding Ceremony With Candles

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Anna and Michael Wedding - Ceremony Aisle Candles - Catch - Zani and Duwayne Photography

Anna and Michael Wedding – Ceremony Aisle Candles – Catch – Zani and Duwayne Photography

A thoughtfully designed wedding evolves in mood throughout the day, with the ceremony often being the most intimate moment. Because décor plays such a powerful role in shaping the atmosphere, many couples ask us how to create a setting that feels personal and heartfelt as they exchange vows in front of loved ones. Our first recommendation? Candles. A timeless symbol of romance, warmth, and celebration, candles have an undeniable ability to transform a space. Their versatility makes them especially appealing – they pair beautifully with lush, organic florals as well as with a clean, contemporary aesthetic.
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Interview with Amelia Kovacs of Element Design Co.

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Amelia Kovacs - Founder/CEO of Element Design - image courtesy of Element Design

Amelia Kovacs – Founder/CEO of Element Design – image courtesy of Element Design

When your side hustle reaches a point where you need to bring on outside help to keep up with orders, take it as a sign that it’s time to quit your day job. That’s just what Amelia Kovacs did. What started as a creative outlet blending her love for design, color, and flowers has grown into a dynamic floral preservation business.

Established in 2020, Element Design Co. is a full-scale operation located in downtown Easton, PA (just a 1.5-hour drive from NYC). The studio is spread out over 10,000 square feet with a showroom, design and workspaces, full kitchen, and resin pouring clean room – a far cry from Element’s humble beginnings in Amelia’s attic-turned-art project room. While her office may have been upgraded, talking with Amelia, you’ll quickly sense that her passion for making sentimental works of art which began all those years ago remains strong as ever. She’s had to become more business-minded of course, and as Owner/Founder + CEO, she wears many hats with a focus on guiding her company on a path towards growth, success, and innovation. Today, Element is made up of a team of 10 talented women, each with specialized roles that let their talents shine, fostering collaborative and dynamic work culture.
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Sugar Flower Wedding Cakes: Masterpiece Desserts Inspired By Bride & Blossom Centerpieces

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Hannah and Brad Wedding - Wedding Cake Detail - Metropolitan Club - Melani Lust Photography

Hannah and Brad Wedding – Wedding Cake Detail – Metropolitan Club – Melani Lust Photography

As wedding floral designers, what we are about to say may sound controversial – at first. We do support using fake flowers as decoration, but only as long as they are made of sugar. We would be in obvious denial to not recognize the artistry and allure of the sugar flowers topping wedding cakes specially made for our couples. These blooming confections are so lively, rich, and detailed, they fool even the most trained eye.

Hannah and Brad Wedding - High Centerpiece Detail - Metropolitan Club - Melani Lust Photography

Hannah and Brad Wedding – High Centerpiece Detail – Metropolitan Club – Melani Lust Photography

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Nhung & George: Soft Blossom Romance at The Foundry

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Nhung and George Wedding - Bride and Groom Ceremony - Freestanding Arrangements - The Foundry - Justin Jun Lee

Nhung and George Wedding – Bride and Groom Ceremony – Freestanding Arrangements – The Foundry – Justin Jun Lee

Nhung and George began dating in August 2018. Although they met through Bumble, Nhung remembers the spark that kicked off their relationship as feeling natural and effortless, like when two strangers meet and know they’re going to be lifelong friends. “We are so different but also alike. We both have a great sense of humor and style, but George is messy and I’m neat,” she says. “We balance each other in ways we never knew we both needed.”

While many couples plan elaborate, social media-ready proposals, Nhung and George approached their engagement with the same relaxed, easy-going attitude that brought them together. The event took place on April Fool’s Day 2023 while they were on vacation in Turks & Caicos. “George isn’t the most romantic let’s just say that,” Nhung jokingly admits. “So, we planned for him to ask at sunset.” With some time to kill before popping the question, he took a quick dip in the ocean while she waited on the beach with the ring.
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Draping As Decor: Beautiful Ideas For Elevating Your Wedding Celebration

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Michelle and Josh Wedding - Ceremony Draping Decor - Liberty House - Dawn Joe Photo

Michelle and Josh Wedding – Ceremony Draping Decor – Liberty House – Dawn Joe Photo

There’s been a lot of buzz about draping on the wedding design scene lately. While draping as decor isn’t exactly a novel concept, now more than ever couples are using beautiful fabrics in fresh and creative ways to highlight focal points such as a ceremony structure, an entrance, or the dance floor. Just like choosing wedding flowers, there are basics you should know before covering any ceilings or walls. Draping comes in an array of textiles that best complement a desired aesthetic – sheer voile and chiffon are lovely choices for daytime and garden weddings, lavish velvet looks striking in a classic or historical venue, and shimmering satin blends wonderfully into a modern setting. Be sure to reach out to the appropriate vendors for guidance – your planner (if you have one), florist (Bride & Blossom offers draping as part of our design services), venue manager, and lighting person (if you have one) should all be in communication and ready to help execute your vision. Looking for ideas to get you started? Here are examples from the Real BB Weddings archives that take this favorite wedding trend of 2025 to great new heights.
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Stephanie & Ricky: A Modern Love Story at The Glasshouse

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Stephanie and Ricky Wedding - Bride and Groom Portrait - The Glasshouse - Berit Bizjak Photography

Stephanie and Ricky Wedding – Bride and Groom Portrait – The Glasshouse – Berit Bizjak Photography

Stephanie and Ricky met in Fall 2010 when both were still teenagers. “It was at Ricky’s best friend’s birthday party at a Hibachi Restaurant. We started BBM (Blackberry messaging) that night and haven’t missed a day since,” Stephanie remembers about their instant connection. Twelve years later and now living together in downtown Manhattan, the couple was taking their daily walk through the neighborhood. Usually a calm scene, the gates of St. Vincent’s Triangle Park had been taking over by FDNY due to a fire in the nearby subway station. Despite Stephanie’s serious hesitation, Ricky insisted they continue walking through the area. Her tone quickly changed to one of surprise after realizing that a photographer was taking photos of them. On April 1, 2022, Ricky got down on one knee and proposed to Stephanie.
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