June 2012
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Now introducing letterpress invitations!
Did you know that The Conservatorie now carries Letterpress invitations? We know just how important all the little details can be in planning any type of party, event, or wedding. The overall mood of a function often starts with the invitation. Communicating a theme, style or formality of an event is just as important as choosing the correct wording. Our exclusive lines include sweet suites by 42...
May 2012
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¡!PARTY¡!
Help us spread the word. All are welcome. Also, feel free to RSVP to studiowarming@gmail.com.
Flower of the Month Club
Do you just love flowers, or know someone else that does?
According to behavioral research conducted at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, nature provides us with a simple way to improve emotional health - flowers (aboutflowers.com)
We’ve experienced first hand how flowers can brighten just about any stressful day. Opening boxes of flowers shipped straight from our farms feels...
Bouquet Madness
Bundles of posies • assemblage of fragrance • gathering of florets
Here are some of our favorite bouquets as of late…
Photo credit: Kate Gardiner Photography
Mary & Robby
Mary and Robby are one of those couples that will liven a room wherever they go. Mary has been a long time friend of mine and I had the great honor of helping her decorate for her big day. There are times when work and personal life converge and I actually get to attend one of our weddings as a guest. This was one of those occasions. My boyfriend Matt and I sat in a rolling green field surrounded...
Looking at our blog this morning I realize how long it’s been since we’ve flooded these pages with goodness. There is however a worthy explanation. We’ve been under a re-design. Our website and blog will soon be launched with a fresh new image. Hold tight I promise it will be worth the wait.
February 2012
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January 2012
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The Knot Best of Weddings 2012 Pick.
“We are proud to announce that The Conservatorie has been rated by local brides and voted The Knot Best of Weddings 2012 Pick.”
Meredith and I would like to take a moment and share a big big thank you to all of our bride and groom’s of this past year!!! Through the celebrations of love, flowers were made, decor was built, planning...
Statement trio
When making a statement is the objective, may we suggest a simple solution. An assortment of tall and short centerpiece styles allow your eye to flow through a room naturally. A guests first impression is going to be that of grandior, then followed by the simple details. Take this past weekend for example. Our beautiful bride and groom were married at Palm Valley Gardens in Ponte Vedra, FL. The...
October 2011
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Behind the Scenes
Here are some behind the scenes pictures of our class in terrariums curtesy of La Dolce Vita Studio Photography (We love LDV and know you will too). We had a blast. More classes to come once we settle into our new studio. Stay tuned for wreath making, floral pumpkin arrangements, Thanksgiving centerpieces, and winter fir and flower groupings.
We're Moving!!!!
It’s official! We are moving! For us it’s been a long time coming. The search started a couple of months ago when we realized we have grown. Although we love our little house-style studio on San Marco, we felt like this was a necessary step to helping us continue to grow and offer more services to our clients.
As of November 1st, our new address will be:
900 Anastasia Blvd. Suite...
September 2011
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a class in plants:
August 2011
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Amber & Jess
Just North of St. Augustine, through meandering roads canopied with live oaks and Spanish moss lies a hidden gem. The Ribault Club of Fort George Island was the location of one of our recent weddings. I remember the first time I drove out to this place to meet with our wonderful bride Amber. Danielle and I were oooo-ing and ahhhhh-ing around every bend. The whole experience encompassed...
Jacksonville Magazine Bride's edition
We have been anxiously awaiting the press release of Jacksonville Magazine Bride. We can finally share with you one of our most recent projects. Styling a shoot for Agnes Lopez and the rest of the team at Jax Mag was soooo sooo much fun. The goal was to create two backdrops and overall concepts for the bridesmaids color story and for the uber romantic/feminine bride. Danielle,...
July 2011
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Noelle and Ryan
Noelle and Ryan have been one of our favorite couples to work with. Just a couple of weeks ago Noelle came by the studio with a little present for us, something she meant to keep for herself but felt that we would appreciate. It was so special. Noelle and Ryan’s wedding was super simple and super amazing. They planned for an outdoor wedding underneath the St. Augustine Lighthouse with a walk...
Best of St. Augustine
We love being a part of the St. Augustine Community. Just the other day I sat and talked to a photographer friend of mine about the wedding business in Jacksonville. As Meredith and I look for ways to expand our space (we’re outgrowing our shop), leaving St. Augustine is not really an option. We simply love it here. We live here, we shop here, we run...
Joanna Styled Pretty
If you love sweet weddings, full of dainty pretty and hip things. Check out Joanna and Ben’s Gainesville wedding on Style Me Pretty Florida. We helped Joanna and her wedding party with their personal flowers. BTW we are loving Style Me Pretty’s state specific blogs. Poke around while you’re there.
photo credits: Julie Cate Photography
June 2011
6 posts
Have you heard the NEWS?
Extra… Extra…
We know that you’ve read all about our newest team member, Danielle. But have you heard the other buzz? The Conservatorie now offers Day of Wedding Coordinating! One of our beautiful brides was heard saying, “they know me, they get it… can’t they coordinate my wedding?”. Well now we can. Meredith Davis, our organization goddess divine is now...
Introducing Danielle, Event Designer
Gather round everyone, for I have some wonderful news! One of our very own brides and dearest friends has just joined The Conservatorie team! The most lovely Danielle will be stepping onto this platform with an incredible repertoire of talents. Graphic designer, conceptual artist, installation mastermind, and stylist extraordinaire. A day in the studio with Danielle is full of genius ideas....
Before & After Shop Garden
We had the privileged of working with Philosophie Salon to revamp their outdoor (and indoor) space. Philosophie, located on Rohde Ave in St. Augustine is a quaint little hair salon with an stellar staff. Just thinking about the salon puts me into relaxation mode. Check out their little outdoor revamp.
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Style Me Pretty, Please!
Guess who was featured on Style Me Pretty Florida today. One of our very own Bride and Grooms! Chelsea and Chris’ wedding was incredibly romantic! Dana of Dana Goodson Photography documented the day with the following pictures. I can’t stop looking through the gallery on SMP. I simply love the images that came out of this ladies camera. The ones of the bride and the groom melt my...
Simple and Funky
As mentioned in our previous post, recently we participated in a photo shoot with Anchor Boutique and Cheryl Joy Miner Photography. Laurel of Anchor has just introduced her wedding line of jewelry. We know that our brides are going to love what she has to offer, because it’s unique but still elegant. Her jewelry truly shows off. We were commissioned for two bouquets, one simple and one...
Stone Altar
The past 6 weeks have been cray over here at The Conservatorie. I know that we warned all of you about our 10 weddings in six weeks (or however many it was), but I’m not sure we knew what was coming to us. Three out of six of those weeks I (Amy) had a horrible sinus infection brought on by an allergy to Wax Flower. Needless to say, I will not be using Wax Flower any more. I’m sorry if...
May 2011
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Calling all VIP
Do you want to be a VIP and catch all the inside scoop? Well, we just so happen to want some VIPs, and we want to give you the scoop. Occasionally after weddings, markets, or on random days we have leftover flowers that we simply don’t need. They are so lovely and we hate to see them go to waste. So, this is what we are offering… a one day sale of extras! Many times...
April 2011
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It’s been decided! We need/want an intern(s)! If you are interested in learning about the wedding industry, arranging flowers, grassroots marketing initiatives, event planning or how to turn your art degree into a career then this internship is for you. Please note this is an unpaid internship, however can come with college credit. We promise that this internship will be chocked full...
Oh May!
Oh May oh my! Ladies and Gents in just 6 short weeks we will be pushing petals for 10 weddings! 10 weddings in 6 weeks. Today Meredith and I sat down and organized our next month and a half and we sure do have a ton to look forward to. We have one Navy wedding (The United States Navy, not the color) complete with monkey fist knots and rustic lanterns, one vintage lighthouse wedding complete with...
Minor Obsessions
Please won’t someone let us make this for you! We love this as a stunning entrance, a backdrop, or a photo booth area.
Ruffledblog.com
Two things:
one- silhouettes and burlap (love love love)
two- clear tents/greenhouse (one day we’ll have one of these for you to rent out, we promise)
ruffledblog.com
I’m not sure it gets more magical than this.
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Rainy day sunshine
If you are local to the area you know that recently we sure did have some rain. One of those rainy days we had a sweet wedding planned at The Cedar House Inn. Despite the downpours this beautiful quaint wedding somehow found the lull in showers and had a dry day after all.
Double Take
Ruffled Blog, one of our favorite inspiration wedding blogs featured yet another one of our weddings.Check out here and let us know what you think. Also stay tuned for two of our most recent weddings, pictures to arrive soon.
photos by Ben Sasso Photography
March 2011
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Wedding Heritage
This past week, I’ve been filled with nostalgia and an eagerness to know and learn more about my heritage. My family, Irish and Italian, journeyed like many others from their far away homes to settle in the new world. My Great Grandmother Rosa Rosa (obviously from the Italian side) landed on Ellis Island pretty broke but very determined. Last week as I visited with...
February 2011
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5 {alternative} bridesmaid bouquets we love:
Whether it’s because, well, let’s face it, you’re not made of money, or because you want something more personal, fun, different, special, etc…., than what you’ve seen in your stack of wedding magz. We want to share with you 5 of our favorite alternatives to the traditional bridesmaid bouquet. And it’s no secret we’d love to re-create any one of these, or...
5 ceremony backdrops we love
Have you noticed how darn creative couples are getting with their wedding altars? We are so inspired, we can hardly stand it!
If you are looking for something special to wow ‘em on your big day - give us a shout! We’d love a chance to re-create any of these, or better yet, come up with something totally new just for you.
In the mean time, check out 5 of our favorite DIY ceremony...
January 2011
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5 table numbers we love
Need some inspiration for your table numbers? Here’s a few easy DIY ideas we love!
Wooden clothespin stands
Vintage books with tape (yes, tape!) numbers
Botanical print inspired
Wooden stump stands
Paper and fabric framed table numbers
UPTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT
We’re pumped to be partnering up with GOLDFINCH & Asyln & The Naysayers for a chill night at the boutique. The Hot Chocolate will be hot, the food will be yummy and we’ll have an outdoor lounge area waiting for you to come and kickback! Bring your friends, shop great deals a be a part of the UPTOWN community.
Happy Engagement Season
Engagement season is upon us. We are seeing this first hand at the Conservatorie this month. Congratulations to all of the newly engaged of St. Augustine. Especially our good friends Ryan and Maiken!
We’ve got to admit that we love a good engagement story. Just today Meredith and Tommy retold the details of Tommy’s surprise proposal. He met her in Paris while she was studying...
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Just tell him
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we want to help you tell him. Guys will admit it they need a little help from time to time.
Ladies, here’s your chance to tell him what your favorite flowers are. I’ll never forget a Valentine’s Day a few years ago one of my best friends got a big ol’ bunch of daisies and said to me, “I just wish it was...
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Flower of the Month: Calla
Join us as we embark on a new monthly feature. Appropriately named: Flower of the month. Unlike your designated flower/gem stone of the month calendar we will base our selections on flowers we love at the moment.
This month there can be no other flower than the Calla Lily. This week a new Calla came into our lives in the form of the most beautiful baby girl. Our good friends Dave and...
Vendor Update!
If we havn’t mentioned it before, let me reiterate how much we love Monachetti Video. Take a few minutes (or an hour because you’ll be hooked!) to watch one of their wedding videos and you’ll see why we can’t get enough!
Not only is Monachetti crazy talented, creative and fun, but these guys are sure to wow you during the planning process as well! Known for their...
Minor Obsessions
Just thought I would share some things I just can’t get over right now. I hope you enjoy these things as much as I do. Moss:
Maidenhair fern: Picture: theknot.com Terrain at Stylers (Anthropologie’s Garden Center): ...
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Danielle & Luke
Danielle and Luke’s wedding held at the St. Augustine Rod and Gun Club was a perfect mix of rustic masculine elements and dainty feminine touches. Danielle is a visual artist at Anthropologie in Jacksonville, FL as well as an incredible Graphic Designer. Luke, is a graphic designer as well with a theatrical personality and great style. Danielle let us have fun with the flowers and decor...
Thankful New Year
Happy new year to all of our followers. We certainly had a busy holiday season filled with evergreens, Saturday Markets, Holiday parties and bridal consultations. To tell you the truth New Years has never meant that much to me until about two to three years ago. It was then that I realized just how much can happen in a years time. Looking back over this year I am realizing just that. Wow! Just...
For the Last Minute Bride:
So we can all be a little last minute sometimes. Take for example my postponed decision to make pizzelle cookies last night about 45 minutes before I had to leave for my New Years extravaganza. I was putting on my make-up, curling my hair and picking out my outfit while the pizzelle waffle iron pressed my cookies. Yikes!
If you are a last minute bride, have no fear, we understand. In fact we are...
December 2010
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Our saturday morning gig
This past weekend was The Conservatorie’s second week at the Saint Augustine saturday morning farmer’s market. We have been working madly the past two weekends, to produce wreaths, swags, arrangements, and bouquets all just in time for Christmas!
In our quest to provide responsibly grown flowers, we have made sure all of our flowers have been certified that they are grown as socially...
Who's who
We would like to start our first who’s who with a shout out to our good friend Ben Sasso, who was recently featured on The Knot! His photo was selected as being vital to your wedding day photo album, so take a look and see if you agree, we sure do! Congrats to you, Ben! And keep up the great work!
Just a side note, We have, as we’ve already mentioned, had the privilege of working...
The Knot and Free Flowers
Calling all Brides, Grooms, and Guests of weddings past and present… The Knot best of weddings pick of 2011 is here. Show some support by helping us win the pick. Click on the link below and write a review based on the work you’ve seen us do. To show our love and appreciation, all local (if your not local, know we love and...
Home-made...
The forecast for today has been at the forefront of my mind all week. High of 61 degrees low of 38. In downtown St. Augustine with the square all lit up with white lights, wreaths on the lamp posts, and this chilly weather rolling in, its really hard not to get into the Christmas spirit. Just last night Meredith and I were riding together to a friends house and as we passed downtown she says,...
