Setting the Scene

Your dress, your hair, your flowers, your...table settings? With help from event planner and floral designer Chad Michael Peters, we create breathtaking partyscapes to complement the season’s best gowns.

Styling by Janine Maggiore/Ennis

Retro Chic
Revisit the ’60s with a bold, up-to-date color scheme.

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partyscapes

Photographs by Conor Doherty

On her, Amsale “Audrey” short sheath, $990, L’élite Bridal Boutique; Prada T-strap shoes, $595, Neiman Marcus; South Sea pearl necklace, $10,950, and pearl, diamond, and platinum ring, $6,860, both Persona. On him, suit $1,595, shirt, $295, tie, $95, and shoes, $1,100, all Ralph Lauren. Cake, Jenny’s Wedding Cakes; linens and glassware, both Rentals Unlimited; chairs and side table, both AFR Event Furnishings by Rentals Unlimited.

Rustic Charm
Get back to basics with down-to-earth hues and simple, nature-inspired accents.

partyscapes

partyscapes

Photographs by Conor Doherty

Adele Wechsler “Sunray” pleated organic silk shantung gown, $2,470, La Reine Bridal; wood and flower necklace, $58, Anthropologie. Table, PBD Events; chairs, place settings, seat covers, and table runner, all Rentals Unlimited; barn door, Associated Quirks.

Eastern Influence
Explore your eclectic side with a bazaar of vibrant colors, glowing lanterns, and exotic blooms.

partyscapes

partyscapes

Photographs by Conor Doherty

Oscar de la Renta silk razmir ruffled strapless gown with sash, $8,490, L’élite; Alexis Bittar citrine and smoky quartz necklace, $455, diamond and pink tourmaline ring, $2,900, and satin finish vermeil bracelet, $220, all Persona. Banquette, Cort Event Furnishings.

Sleek and Modern
Pair a black-tie palette with a geometric

partyscapes

partyscapes

Photographs by Conor Doherty

On her, Marchesa silk-wool strapless gown with draped bodice, $5,500, L’élite; white gold and pavé diamond square earrings, $4,500, and cocktail ring (price upon request), both Persona. On him, classic tuxedo, $2,150, shirt, $395, bow tie, $125, pocket square, $55, cuff links, $225, and shoes, $1,100, all Ralph Lauren. Pedestals, Cort Event Furnishings.

Victorian Romance

partyscapes

partyscapes

Photographs by Conor Doherty

Monique Lhuillier “Magical” tulle bolero with beads, $3,300, Chantilly lace corset with beads, $3,850, and asymmetrical trumpet skirt, $3,300, all L’élite; white gold, diamond, and topaz earrings, $1,045, necklace, $3,900, and pavé diamond ring, $3,200, all Persona. Mirror and lounge, both PBD Events.

Hair, Laura Dillon, the Loft/Team
Makeup, Maryelle O’Rourke/Team
Models, Marie Wu and Matthew Earle, both Maggie Inc.