Dunes Photoshoot

THIS project. I just love it so much. After traveling just a few miles short of the Arizona boarder we found the most magical dunes along the side of the road which seemed to be patiently waiting for us. Through the heat we created, walked countless steps along the sand- carrying heavy furniture, digging holes, hoping the flowers would hold up. After a long day in the desert sun, after we had packed up all their cars we lost a set of keys and had to dismantle the truck carrying the furniture in the dark. Tired and hungry we found the keys and drove to nearest In-n-Out and scarfed down absurd amounts of food. It was all worth it. I learned that I wouldn't mind being stuck in the desert with these folks either.

Featured on Green Wedding Shoes! Planning + Design: Samantha Louise Moments Photography: Michelle Lillywhite Photography Flowers: The Dainty Lion Dress: The Dress Theory Jewelry: Simply Kasia Paper Goods: Samantha Louise Designs Hair: Fox and Parlor Rentals: Witty Rentals Make-up: Shelby McElroy

Samantha Louise Moments dreamed up and created this entire ceremony structure all on her own. Talk about talent. When Samantha has a vision it is best to let it happen because it is going to be glorious. And my goodness was this creation a beaut.

Leah + Sach // Downtown San Diego Engagement

Leah and Sach are too much. I mean, come on. These two are so stinkin cute. Leah is an amazing entrepreneur who is all about healthy, clean living. Check out Good Life, seriously, she will change your life. 

I cannot wait for their wedding!! Hannah Costello is did such an amazing job photographing this engagement session, I already know their wedding photos are going to be even more spectacular.

Lindsay + Karl // Admiral Kidd Club

THIS WEDDING. Goodness, was it a good one. Lindsay and Karl just radiate love. The bohemian + romantic style of the wedding was absolute perfection. I loved the direction Lindsay and Hailey of Two Roads Event Co. gave me, they planned such a beautiful wedding and I was so happy Lindsay selected me to be a part of it. Photography: Melissa Vossler Photography

Palm Springs Engagement

You are gonna want to scroll down the whole way on this one. Kelsey Rae Designs, Plum and Oak Photo and Louise Letters are pretty much the best to work with. When I get a request for a weird, colorful, massive bouquet and flower crown that fits the Palm Spring vibe, I get extremely happy. It is a little freighting how happy and excited I get. 

Alison + Matt // Leo Carrillo Ranch Fiesta Folk Wedding

Is time flying by for anyone else too? I cannot believe it is already February! 

Can I just express how much I loved working on this wedding for a moment? I mean, a fiesta-folk inspired wedding complete with a mariachi band is kind of great. And by kind-of I mean really insanely awesome! Alison was an absolute dream both on her wedding day and leading up to it. Getting to work with Samantha Louise Moments, Personal Touch Dining and Aaron Willcox Photography at Leo Carrillo is always a delight. Alison probably thought I was going to think she was crazy for wanting her flower in pineapples and Mexican food cans but I could not be more thrilled about it. Fresh pina coladas may or may not have also happened that weekend... But that cake though with those two pinatas, I am just so in love with it.

2015

Goodness me, 2015 was pretty freaking awesome. Like really, really awesome. 

Here at The Dainty Lion we officially switched to just be a floral and design co. at the beginning of 2015. That's right no more coordinating for us! It was time to focus on what we do best and that is make pretty and rad. We worked with some of the most amazing couples walking this earth and had the opportunity to let our floral imaginations run wild. These photos only scratch the surface of what 2015 had in store for us but we just had to share some. 2016 is going to be just as amazing. We are learning and growing with each experience and are even getting fancy software so we can take TDL to the next level. I am so excited and cannot wait to show off for all of our amazing couples this year!! Cheers to the new year!!