The guests’ first glimpse into Jane & Jimmy’s wedding was through the couple’s innovative Save the Date. A map of the United States with all of the different cities they have lived independently and together was created by Cheree Berry Paper. Cheree and her team continued the theme throughout the invitation and the day-of stationery.

The classic yet modern wedding was inspired by the ocean with hues of the aqua, crisp white and silver accents. The mix of long and square tables and the lush white and cream floral by Wildflowers made for a breath-taking reception.

As the newlyweds walked out onto the rolling lawn, the exclusive Bogey Club was fit for a Great Gastby reception.

As the reception came to a close, the new Mr. & Mrs. Long walked outside for their grand exit. Their guests surrounded them while waving whimsical sparklers and wishing them many blessings.

Jane and Jimmy couldn’t be a sweeter couple, we truly enjoyed planning this event with them and wish them the best!

~ Josie Littlepage & The Cosmopolitan Events Team
We would like to thank the following vendors for their meticulous work on this event.

Ceremony: Ladue Chapel
Reception: The Bogey Club
Photography: Jon Koch Photography
Music/Agency: Contemporary Productions for Ralph Butler Band
Flowers & Linens: Wildflowers
Cake: Sugaree Baking Company
Tent: Traube Tent Company
Transportation: Best Transportation
Stationery: Cheree Berry Paper
Decor Rental: Exclusive Events
Rentals: Premier Rentals
Makeup & Hair: Danielle Style

Following the ceremony, guests were transported to the family’s estate for the reception.  As the guests entered through the wrought iron gates, they were surrounded by lighted majestic oak trees lining the driveway.  A stone entryway, adorned with candles and cascading orchids guided guests to the expansive backyard. The commanding 18,000 square foot clear tent, custom-built wooden bars, and white lounge furniture all set the stage for an enchanting evening.  As the evening grew darker, the tent slowly began to glow, inviting the guests in for dinner and dancing. Upon entering, guests were wowed by crystal chandeliers and  cascading fabric. Pin-spot lights were focused on each table, bringing the centerpieces to life.  Lush flower arrangements of white lilies and orchids, as well as warm candlelight adorned each table.  Engraved menu cards, escort cards and table numbers only accented the rich damask linens, gold etched glassware and specialty china.

The lighting was an important element and perfectly choreographed throughout the evening. The tent transformed from the drama of the pin spot lighting to the warm glow of the chandeliers during dinner. As the lighting began to pulse the guest prepared for a fun night of dancing. Beautifully presented food stations ensured no guest would leave hungry. The legendary Pat Patrick Orchestra provided the music for dinner and when it was time, they brought the reception to their feet. 

After all of the detailed planning, the hard work from a wonderful team of vendors, and inspiration given by this amazing family, we are proud of this award winning event. Cosmopolitan Events was recognized by Saint Louis Bride Magazine for producing the “Wedding of the Year” and the International Special Events Society granted Louie Awards for “Best Wedding” and “Best ISES Team”. ~ Chasley Bradbury & The Cosmopolitan Events Team

Thank you is not enough to say to these amazing vendors…

TENT & DECOR: Event Partners

RENTALS: The Aries Company

LINEN RENTALS: Party Arts

PROPS: Parties & Props

PHOTOGRAPHER: Jon Koch Photography

VIDEOGRAPHER: Cineast Films

FLORIST: The Flower Patch

CATERER: Celebrations

MUSICIANS: Trio Girardeaux, Jerry Ford, Pat Patrick Orchestra

MAKEUP & HAIR STYLIST: Danielle Style

DAY OF STATIONERY: Cheree Berry Paper

CALLIGRAPHY: Sarah Bohl Designs

SPECIALTY SUGARS: Sugars by Sharon

AISLE RUNNER: The Original Runner Company

GENERATORS: Fabick

LUXURY RESTROOMS: Johnny on the Spot

Rich and bold patterned invitations created by Serendipity Beyond Design.

Their wedding reflected Saint Louis nostalgia, with a traditional ceremony held at the historic Old Cathedral and the reception at the World’s Fair Pavilion.  Talented Saint Louis wedding decor, lighting and rental vendors including The Aries Co., Parties and Props, Premier Rentals, and lush floral by Mary Tuttles all came together to turn Hilary’s fairytale dream into reality.

From the moment guests entered the World’s Fair Pavilion, they were treated to a variety of visual and culinary delights.   Rich textures topped the tables such as bengaline silk, lamour satin, and crushed bichon provided by BBJ Linen paired with napkins provided by Connie Duglin Linens.

The pavilion’s blank palette had been transformed into an opulent destination with stunning linens in regal shades of purple and red; mahogany chiavari chairs flanking long dining tables; dramatic wash lighting and gobo lights simulating trees growing from the columns accentuating the architectural details of the historic venue.

Each guest table was named after a year the couple had shared together and featured a summary written from the couple’s perspective of that particular year.

As the couple began to cut the cake provided by The Cakery together they forgot the bottom layer was made of Styrofoam.  Realizing it a little too late the couple continued to pretend to eat the cake.  However, despite the funny situation, it made a great story and an even greater photo.

Galaxy Band kept the music rocking all night long despite the storm scare that seemed to be approaching.

Shortly into the first set, guests were surprised by an impromptu performance of “Mustang Sally” by Hollywood legend and Saint Louis native, John Goodman, who is a member of the groom’s extended family.

As the party wound down and guests left, they were given “doggie bags” to fill at a cookie station (showcasing the donation to a local animal charity) featuring a wide variety of Hollyberry Baking award-winning sweets.  In addition to making the dining experience truly special, Hollyberry Catering was also awarded the ISES Louie Award for Best Caterers for this event.

The night ended with a sparkler exit as the bride and groom hopped into a red 1950s Austin Healey and waved their guests goodbye.

Hilary and Cory’s magical wedding was featured in the Spring/Summer 2011 edition of Saint Louis Bride.  It was truly an honor celebrating this momentous occasion with the Wheeler and Lenzen families and we wish them a lifetime of happiness.

Special thank you to the following vendors:

Photographer: Megan Thiele Studios

Transportation Company: Presidential Limousines

Make-up Artist: Danielle Style

Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier

Ice Sculpture: Ice Visions

Design Details & Event Day Stationery: Nichole Chandler, Cosmopolitan Events

- Josie Littlepage & The Cosmopolitan Events Team

The chapel was filled with gorgeous floral detail provided by Montano Grant. 

The church pews were decorated with flowers in fuchsia, orange, yellow and blue with a navy blue ribbon tying it all together.  The custom aisle runner brought in a personal touch and the bride walked down the aisle to the delightful music provided by Serenade Strings.

As the ceremony came to a close, the minister announced Sara and Tim as husband and wife.  The newlyweds walked outside for their grand exit and their guests surrounded them while waving whimsical ribbon wands to wish them many blessings. 

The reception at the Visitor’s Center featured a “Beer Bar” made out of ice created by Ice Visions reflecting Tim’s love for hops. Throughout the cocktail reception drinks and delectable hors d’oeuvres were served with custom cocktail napkins and letterpressed coasters.  The tall cocktail tables, adorned with navy blue linen, were placed in front of an adorable collage representing Sara and Tim’s love. 

As dinner time approached, the lights changed in the reception area and guests were welcomed into the Trolley Room.  Music by BOOM filled the air.  The tables in the room were covered with navy blue linens, in an array of different fabrics and textures.  The ceiling was decorated with twinkle lights to create a loose canopy with a magnificent texture and a vibrant color that splashed the surrounding walls.  Each table top was covered with a gorgeous arrangement of fuchsia peonies, orange roses, blue delphiniums and other accents of yellow and green to complete the beautiful reception.

It was such an honor to share this day with Sara and Tim! 

- Chasley Bradbury and the Cosmopolitan Events Team

Also thank you to the following vendors:

Makeup Stylist: Looks by Lisa

Photography: J. Pollack Photography

Videographer: Cineast

Catering: Catering St. Louis

Wedding Cake: The Cakery

Lighting & Fabric Draping: Exclusive Events

Linen Rentals: Connie Duglin Linens & Weinhardt Party Rentals,

Photobooth: Photobooth STL

Fine China & Crystal Rental: The Aries Company

Charger Plates Rental: Party Arts

Transportation: GEM Transportation & Best Transportation

Trolley: Tour St. Louis

Gift Boxes & Itineraries: M. Haley Designs

The elegant ceremony was intimate and romantic.  The stunning bride walked down the aisle which was strewn with red & pink rose petals and lined with glowing candles floating in cylinder vases.  The couple exchanged their vows in front of a beautifully decorated mantel accented with the bride’s favorite deep pink peonies.

After the enchanting ceremony, guests headed to the Zodiac Room on the rooftop of the Chase Park Plaza for the reception.  An amazing four course seated dinner was enjoyed by the guests.  Deep Pink Peonies, Creamy White, Ivory and Gold hues accented the room.  Stunning floral arrangements created by Botanicals Design Studio adorned the table tops.  Music by the Galaxy Band filled the air as the newlyweds and their guests danced the night away.

The Pastry Chef at the Chase Park Plaza Hotel designed this delectable cake topped with delicate sugar paste ivory peonies.

A photo booth at the reception, provided by Photobooth St. Louis allowed the newlyweds and the guests to document their unforgettable night in a unique and fun way. 

Italian string lights were strung over the terrace creating a romantic glow overlooking the views of Forest Park enhancing a truly spectacular evening.

It was such an honor to share this day with Margret and Tyson!

Also thank you to the following vendors:
Lighting: The Aries Company
Fabric Draping: Parties & Props
Linen Rentals: BBJ Linens
Makeup & Hair Stylist: Danielle Style
Chair Rentals: Premier Party Rentals
Ceremony & Cocktail Music: Serenade Strings

We were so honored to be part of this pair’s special day. Mackenzie and Sam began their journey together while both were attending the University of Missouri. The beautiful ceremony was held June 26th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Clayton. The gorgeous images of this event were captured by Stephen Seebeck Photography.

Bridesmaids & groomsmen wore black with matching bouquets and boutonnieres to each pair walking down the aisle together. Bouquets were unique to each bridesmaid, composed of bright white bunches of one monochromatic flower, a different type of flower for each bridesmaid. The groomsmen mirrored the ladies, each with a different white single flower boutonniere.

After the delightful ceremony, guests headed to the fabulous new Saint Louis Venue, the Palladium.

Guests entered cocktail hour to energetic lighting, provided by the Aries Company, displaying unique patterns to add a bit of drama. Cocktail napkins with a story of the couple’s engagement accented the unique Prosecco bar providing an array of garnish choices for guests to choose from. Miniature signs were placed on the purple and silver cocktail tables to inform guests of the timing for the events to occur in the evening ahead. Floor to ceiling drapes of white voile were created by Exclusive Events, and were used to visually separate the dining and cocktail area, creating a sheer mystery of the details beyond the curtains. To invite guests to enter the reception area, the soft fabric opened revealing a dramatic scene of square, silver linen-draped tables accented by Montano Grant’s modern white, multiples arrangements. Each arrangement was composed of clustered white flowers in tall clear cylinder vases and surrounded by tons of votive candles warming the room and giving the event a special kiss of romance. Silver mirror charger plates were placed in front of each guest, and a clear lucite table number with white calligraphy was placed among each centerpiece. White leather furniture, a white dance floor, and unique light up bar were in the center of the room so all guests had a clear view to all of the exciting events that would take place throughout the evening.

Jewel tones of vibrant purple and fuchsia accented the room, while the couple’s signature chandelier design was projected onto the walls, providing the perfect touch of sophistication. As Mackenzie and Sam sat down for dinner, a “Just Married” gobo was projected onto a curtain, behind the long head table.

Mackenzie and Sam shared cake provided by The Cakery decorated in a ribbon and ruffle pattern, to mirror her AMAZING Romona Keveza gown. After hours of dancing and celebrating the newlyweds, guests were provided sparklers to send the couple off, and guests were handed the fabulous centerpieces wrapped in a jewel-toned ribbon and thank you card as a gift.

It was such an honor to share this day and we wish the best of luck to Mackenzie and Sam!

Josie Littlepage and The Cosmopolitan Events Team

Special thanks to our Design Lead, Kathleen Jones and our Event Assistants, Melissa Spencer and Rachel Wever.

AdditionalVendors:

Logo Design: Nichole Chandler at Cosmopolitan Events, Stationery: Vellum, Cocktail Napkins: Cosmopolitan Events, Hair/Make up: Danielle Style, Catering: Butler’s Pantry, Linens: BBJ Linens, Transportation: Best Transportation, Rentals (Guest Tables & White dance floor) : Premier Party Rentals, DJ: CJ’s Disc Jockey Service

The wedding ceremony was held August 7th at Manchester Methodist, in the early afternoon. Bridesmaids walked down the aisle in cherry red cocktail dresses, holding petite hydrangea green bouquets, while the groomsmen wore red ties, pocket silks, red hypericum berry and wheat boutonnieres, and khaki suits. Exiting the church to a mirage of family and friends waving ribbon wands in celebration, Julie & Danny headed off in a mini-cooper to the reception at the Studio Inn, St. Albans.

Cocktail hour was a great time for guests to relax and enjoy the amazing hors d’oeuvres, bacon wrapped sea scallops and assorted miniature quiches- yum! The evening was filled with surprises and loads of entertainment throughout the night, from a photobooth, to a Korean fan dancer, sparklers, and the fabulous sounds of the Spectrum band.

The tent was enhanced with satin draping at the entrance, garden bulb string lights, ivory paper lanterns with amber up lighting. Pops of red were seen in all of the details throughout the evening, including the delightful cake by Sugaree Baking Company, the naturally beautiful florals by  Mary Tuttles Flowers  which were arranged on round tables in 3 different centerpiece styles to keep the look modern and fresh. The tables were covered in a champagne organza and adorned with TONS of candles to create an elegant environment. The bride, Julie, produced the wooden table numbers, escort cards & ribbon wands!

Working with Jeffrey & Julia Woods Photography was such a pleasure, and their photography captured every moment. Check out MORE PHOTOS of Julie & Danny’s wedding on Jeffry & Julia Woods blog post. Congratulations Julie and Danny, and we wish you all the happiness in your future together!

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-Josie Littlepage and the Cosmopolitan Events Team

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** A special thanks to our Event Assistants, Jenna, Nicole, & Marieta, who did a fabulous job in helping to making this event so memorable!

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Additional Thanks:

Church: Manchester Methodist;  Rentals & Lighting Decor: Parties & Props; Linen Rental: Party Arts/Sitting Pretty; Table Rental: Grand Rental Station; Programs: Heth Designs; Invitations: Vellum; Photobooth: Gateway Photobooths; Hair & Makeup: Salon Jolie; Transportation: Country Club Limo.

Photographs by Jon Koch Photography

We recently created this Color Palette with Cameo-inspired neutral tones of Ivory, Cream, & Tiffany Blue accents as an option for one of our upcoming 2010 brides. Just imagine these subtle tones for an outdoor spring wedding, a wash of candle light, soft linens, and florals composed of Ivory Peonies, Ranunculus, Garden Roses, Eucalyptus, with pops of Blush Pink Baby’s Breath… oh the possibilities…

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Sources: Clockwise: Light Pink Feather Credit Unknown, white Macarons Aran Goyoaga & Cannelle et Vanille via Amy Atlas Blog,Tiffany Blue Cocktail Napkin and Cappuccino WeddingBee,  Stationary Martha Stewart Via Brancoprata on SMP, Dice Favor michele m waite via 100 Layer Cake, Flower accent in hair SMP via TheBridesCafe, Cameo Colered Tie Cropped from SMP Blog, Bridal Gown Vira Wang via BravoBride, Pink Table Top Martha Stewart, Pink Couch cropped from Flickr.

Models: Danielle Ronco from West Model & Talent Management and Alex Nagel from Mother Model Management.

Sottero & Midgley Gown: Blushing Bride, Leather Jacket: Diane Von Furstenberg from Neiman Marcus, Necklace and Ring: Ivy Hill, Nash Guitar: Killer Vintage Guitar Company, Antique Chevy & T-Shirt: Trim Industries, Shot on Location: Saint Louis Loop on Delmar.

Pricilla of Boston Gown & Headpiece: BerryBridge, Necklace, Dangles, & Bracelet from Timekeepers, Musicians: Elegant Ensembles, Shot on Location: Sheldon Concert Hall.

Reem Acra Ballgown & Toni Federici Headpiece: Town and Country at the Plaza, Necklace & Bracelet: Rachel’s Design, Earrings and Rings: Timekeepers.

“Laurel” by La Sposa: Simply Elegant Bridal, “May” Headpiece by Toni Federici: Town & Country Bridal at the Plaza, Earrings, Choker, and Ring by AJS: McGinty Jewelers. Jazz Trumpeter and Vocalist Jeremy Davenport.

“Laurel” Gown by La Sposa: Simply Elegant Bridal, “May” Head Piece by Tony Federici: Town and country Bridal at the Plaza, Earrings, Necklace, Ring, from McGinty, Christian Louboutin Shoes: Neiman Marcus.

Hair Piece: Mori Lee Gown and Feather Bel Aire Hair Piece: Bridal Manor, AJS Earrings and Choker: McGinty.

To get your copy of this fabulous issue, visit one of the following locations (Dierberg’s, Schnucks, Shop-n-Save, Straub’s, Borders, World News, Daily Planet and Barnes and Noble) or visit Saint Louis Bride Magazine’s Website for more information.

We were also featured in the Real Weddings section of Saint Louis Bride Magaizne for Caroline & Matt’s Wedding at the Four Seasons! Click here to check out our past blog entry on the wedding!