Real Weddings : Patty + Francois, Norton Museum of Art

Lauren Daversa Events started 2011 going over 100 MPH and I am only slowing down for a minute to write this post! I could not be more excited to share the first wedding of this new year, which belonged to the ridiculously good looking Patty + Francois - and by the way, I infused that sentence with a little essence of Zoolander.

So, Patty + Francois are not only beautiful but they are passionate about the world in which we live in - it's truly inspiring. When I first sat with Patty and her mother in August of 2010, we discussed one of their main goals for the wedding: a desire to be conscious of the carbon footprint it would leave behind. Carefully, invitations, food, decor, favors were all selected keeping their wished close to heart.

Only food from local sources was served at the wedding; the invitations were printed on recycled paper; fruit was used for centerpieces in lieu of flowers; the groom ventured out the day before the wedding and picked oranges right off of the tree, which we used for table number holders; the aisle was made of burlap which (by now) has probably been put to use in the families garden; and the couple made homemade granola for favors. I tasted it...it was delicious!

Another very important detail for the wedding that Patty shared with me was the absolute necessity for an amazing band. Immediately I could only think of one man for the job, my fav, Mr. Jose Betancourt and his band! Simply put, they are the best. Jose had EVERYONE dancing...everyone!

Of course the staff at The Norton and the entire team from Lyon + Lyon were fabulous and the evening was just perfect. And on top of all this amazing-ness, it's always extra special to work so closely with a couple who have very strong personal beliefs and be able to reflect their beliefs into their wedding. Just an awesome wedding for a wonderful couple! Please enjoy the images shot by Jessica Lorren Organic Photography.

The Team

Event Planning & Styling: Lauren Daversa Events

Entertainment: Junior's Entertainment Group

Venue: The Norton Museum of Art

Caterer: Lyon + Lyon

Florals: J Morgan Flowers

Photography: Jessica Lorren Organic Photography

Hair & Make-Up: Team Beauti

First Look: Pan's Garden

Real Weddings : Patty + Francois, Norton Museum of Art

I first met with Patty (the bride to be) and Martha (mother of the bride) to discuss their wedding 6 months ago. Patty lives in Australia and the wedding venue is here in West Palm Beach. After discussing exactly what she wanted for her special day, the rest of the planning was left to her mother and Lauren Daversa Events.

Last night, everyones hard work was unveiled and the result was perfect and simply beautiful celebration of love, family of course the beginning of Patty + Francois' new life together. I am happy to share a sneak peak of the couple's first look at Pan's Garden, one of Palm Beach's hidden jewels, shot by my very good friend Jessica of Jessica Lorren Organic Photography. Be sure to check back for all the details and Patty + Francois, I wish you all the happiness in the world as you start your new life together on the other side of the world :-)

Event Planning & Styling: Lauren Daversa Events

Photography: Jessica Lorren Organic Photography

Entertainment: Junior's Entertainment Group

Venue: The Norton Museum of Art

Caterer: Lyon + Lyon

Florals: J Morgan

Hair & Make-Up: Team Beauti

First Look: Pan's Garden

Meet Kendall + Geoff

Meet Kendall + Geoff. They are the most adorable couple, and happen to also be one of Lauren Daversa Events April weddings! With a few months to go, preparations are well under way for their gorgeous affair set to take place at the Norton Museum of Art. Cabana Pictures will be there too! So I simply can't wait for the big day. To tide me over, I have all of my work and of course these amazing images from their breathtaking engagement shoot with Kat Braman.