Art comes in so many different forms whether it is a painting, sculpture, poetry, or even a flower arrangement. Intrigue Design and Decor’s lead floral designer Melissa Huston does not consider herself to be a florist, but instead to be an artist who’s medium just so happens to be flowers. Melissa is known for taking classic floral arrangements and giving them a chic and modern twist. But while some would consider Melissa to be the best in the industry, she is constantly looking to raise the bar for floral design and seeking new inspiration.

Many artists find inspiration for their pieces in the most accidental places where most people would look past the extraordinary and just see the ordinary. While I have only visited Lowes or Home Depot for remodeling supplies, Melissa has been known to browse the large, sawdust filled aisles of home improvement warehouses seeking design inspiration. Although hardware stores are usually Melissa’s go to, recently it was when she was out grocery shopping when the produce aisle gave her an idea for a rustic farm-inspired table.

For the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club Bridal show, Intrigue Design and Decor transformed the Beach House into a whimsical wonderland inspired by the classic fairytale Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Intrigue incorporated its classic design with a chic and modern twist to create five unique displays that drew inspiration from the fairytale. But the table that surprised brides the most was the rustic Seven Dwarfs table that incorporated pomegranates, brussel sprouts and artichokes into the floral design.

When I think of vegetables I expect to find artichoke in a warm and cheesy spinach dip and brussel sprouts sautéed alongside a savory roast. The last place I anticipate finding vegetables and fruits is in a wedding centerpiece. Melissa altered artichokes by removing the center and utilizing the vegetable as small vases for miniature arrangements that were scattered across the table. The table got a touch of color by incorporated the deep purple color of an open pomegranate into the larger floral arrangements and by also using whole pomegranates as place settings. Brides who took a closer look at the arrangements noticed pairs of brussel sprouts nestled in between flowers, which gave the illusion of small flower buds waiting to bloom.

The vegetables and fruit gave the Seven Dwarfs table a rustic farm feel that many brides commented as being romantic and inviting. Inspiration is all around us and Melissa artistically transformed grocery store produce into a rustic and unique floral design.

Hamilton Photography | Intrigue Design and Decor | Chesapeake Bay Beach Club

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With Summer in full bloom, creative summer treats are becoming more and more popular with modern weddings. Plated dinners and wedding cake are being replaced with food trucks and popsicles! In today’s post, we take a look at the benefits of some of the newest wedding treats!

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Food Trucks are versatile and creative for your wedding guests. Sporting all types of cuisine, food trucks add a casual, California flair to your reception. Even if they aren’t your main dinner source, food trucks are also a perfect option for late-night snacks!

Donuts are not your average wedding reception treat. They come in hundreds of varieties and are much less expensive than a full wedding cake. They’re youthful and easy, and give your guests tons of options. Plus, kids love them too!

Ice cream is not only fun, but a summer staple! Similar to the food truck, ice cream can be a fun dessert alternative or for late-night! Step it up by including a toppings bar to give your guests a sundae treat!

What says Summer more than popsicles? A cool treat that comes in a variety of flavors, popsicles are such a fun way to add a little sweetness to your wedding. The fun thing is, popsicles can fit in anywhere, cocktail hour, after dinner, or to toast the night!

Food truck via The Wedding Chicks
Ice Cream via Ruffled
Donuts via Style Me Pretty
Popsicles via June Bug Weddings

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I stumbled across this gorgeous ceremony set-up and became absolutely obsessed with the idea of circular ceremony seating! Not only is it completely functional, giving guests a 360 view of your ceremony, but it looks incredible in photos! Just be mindful of a large arch or decor blocking a guest’s view! If your venue could accomodate it, think outside the box when it comes to seating and try a circular set-up!

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If you’re like me, spending the day getting ready for your wedding was hard to do without your soon-to-be husband! I was so happy and excited, and wished I could talk to my best friend about it!

Well there has been a picture floating around pinterest showing different couples spending a moment together before the wedding without seeing each other. If you’re taking the more traditional route and wanting your first sight of each other to be at your ceremony, than these are some heartwarming ways to spend a moment with your spouse before then! Plus, it makes for absolutely adorable photos!

Josh Elliott Photography | pinterest
pinterest |  A Bryan Photography
pinterest |  pinterest

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We hope everyone had a lovely Easter weekend! Springtime always brings about lovely soft pastel hues, but never has it been such a hot trend! Pastels can be gorgeous for everyday wear or for wedding inspiration. Check out some of out favorite pieces of pastel below!

Glamour | etsy | pinterest
Carnets parisiens | pinterest
pinterest |  Nasty Gal | pinterest

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Florals in Spring…predictable? Probably. Still gorgeous? Definitely.

I can completely envision a soft, spring wedding with bridesmaids decked out in gorgeous floral dresses. Love it? Here’s some floral inspiration to feast your eyes on!

Style Me Pretty
pinterest | Style Me Pretty
pinterest | 100 Layer Cake

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Wreath Palace | Pacific Weddings
Tabitha Emma | Chrissy Lambert Photography

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J’adore Paris! Ever since falling in love with these macaroons from Lauduree, I can’t stop thinking about Parisian things!

pinterest | Hostess with the Mostess via pinterest
Pink Lemonade Design via pinterest
Anthropologie | Martha Stewart

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I love rose gold. It’s the perfect color to me. I am in desperate need of some rose gold in my life following the tragic theft of my beloved Michael Kors rose gold watch. Here is my coping board:

pinterest | dress design decor via pinterest
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pinterest | designsgirl via pinterest

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Who doesn’t love pumpkins? But what about white pumpkins? They seem so appropriate for a fall wedding: autumnal but still delicate and soft. I’m obsessed!

Eco-Beautiful Weddings via pinterest | au natural via pinterest
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pinterest | etsy

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