A Meandering Wildflower Aisle at a Private Estate in Sonoma

A sprinkling of rain and blanket of fog made a meandering wildflower aisle, and modern marquee reception, all the more magical.

Mimicking the rambling beauty of overgrown gardens, a meandering wedding aisle with whimsical wildflowers unfolded at a private estate in the Sonoma County of California. Ceremony florals were chosen to be used and planted after the wedding, guiding designers to select blooms and foliage that spilled harmoniously into the existing landscape. Shades of mauve blooms dissolved into earthen grasses, while light fog and the sprinkling of rain created an unexpectedly moody and serene ambiance in the meadow setting. From a sound alchemist to dinner lighting timed to reflect the colors of the sunset, the poetic wedding was led by elements that felt deeply authentic to the couple.

For the reception, luxuriously draped fabric framed a modern marque and segmented a sunken lounge evocative of a beautiful living space. Diagonal fabric panels and sunken tablescapes accented by natural trees formed centerpieces, ideated by visionary Planner and Stylist Candice Edinger.

The wedding was beautifully captured by M.K. Sadler.

Emily & Patrick

“The ceremony florals were chosen to be used and planted after the wedding so the floral designers made sure to select varietals that went with the design but also made sense with the existing landscape of the estate.”

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“It was a modern approach with naturalistic elements. We used empty land areas for the ceremony and completely built the reception tent from the ground up.”

wedding aisle decor

Candice’s Styling Tips

Lighting and draping make a big impact in creating unique designs and elevating a space.
With tabletop and other design elements, it doesn’t need to be overdone but it should still feel intentional.
To create hospitable interiors instead of event inspired, add styling elements that you would find in your living room or a hotel lobby, like coffee table books, (especially ones related to the location or event design), trays, comfortable sofás, etc.