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So excited to announce….new partnership with Artful Blooms!
Bloomington, Indiana’s modern and unique floral company, Artful Blooms, can now be found right here in our office! Social Butterfly clients now have the luxury of being able to meet with their planner and florist together in our studio. Not only is this an added benefit to brides by saving them time by meeting with both vendors in one meeting, they also have the peace of mind knowing they have a team working together to create their unique design scheme.
Artful Blooms is composed of two talented women: Teresa Kinder and Karen Pacific. Not only are they simply amazing at floral arranging, they also create custom, unique, and modern floral designs. We are so happy to pair with them!
Here are just a few of our favorite weddings with Artful Blooms:
What sprung this partnership? It was a realization after working together on numerous weddings that we often share the same brides: this is the modern bride, who’s wedding is all about the details, who loves unique designs, and isn’t afraid to have a wow factor at her wedding.
Email us to book your joint appointment right away!
Photo credits: Kevin Swan, Danny Iskandar, Lisa Berry, Bobbi + Mike
Aaron and Lauren’s Enchanted Wedding
After more than a year of planning with this adorable couple, the Social Butterfly team created Aaron and Lauren’s fairytale wedding! The breathtaking ceremony held during the early evening in October was dimly lit and decorated with tall, gorgeous trees and candles. The couple asked that every guest walk down the aisle before taking their seats to ensure everyone received the entire experience.
Immediately following the ceremony, guests enjoyed a cocktail hour in the Solarium. Meanwhile, the Social Butterfly and Union catering teams transformed Alumni Hall for the reception. Tables were brought out, the trees were rearranged, and uniquely patterned lighting illuminated the entire space. As guests reentered the room, they were amazed by the incredible transformation. Throughout the night, the couple’s friends and family left notes of their best wishes on the wish tree, ate the delicious meal, and danced the night away! It was a great time had by all!
Aaron and Lauren’s reception was not just simply gorgeous… It was full of surprises, beginning with the first dances. The newlyweds impressed their family and friends with their graceful waltz. During the father-daughter dance, the bride was surprised by a slide show arranged by her dad. And lastly, but certainly not least, the bride’s father arranged for a bagpiper to perform during the reception! Needless to say, there was never a dull moment!
This wedding was truly amazing and we are so thrilled to have been a part of it! Best wishes to the bride and groom!
Engagement Session: Candace and Dwight
We are so excited to share some new engagement shots from Candace and Dwight’s session with Richardson Studio. Enjoy!
Stay tuned for Candace’s vintage pink wedding in Southern Indian. We can’t wait!
Cyndi and Duany’s Wedding Featured in Bloom Magazine!
Bloom magazine’s 2011 Bloomington Wedding Guide hit the stands today! Social Butterfly is so excited to have one of our very own weddings featured! This lavish wedding between professional basketball players Cyndi Valentin and Duany Duany featured a tiffany blue and pink color scheme with a Miami-chic vibe. As Bloom magazine described it, “it was a red-carpet spectacular event.” You can read the article here!
beautiful petals were used instead of a traditional aisle runner
ceremony programs doubled as fans for this July wedding
the couple walks down an aisle of feathers
ostrich feathers lined the tables in Alumni Hall
Cyndi dancing a traditional Nuer dance with Duany's sisters
Congratulations Cyndi and Duany! We wish you all the best in the years to come!
Article: Bloom Magazine, Bloomington Wedding Guide 2011
Photography: Deckard Photography
Catering/Cake/Venue: Bari Kuhlman at the Indiana Memorial Union
Lighting: Mike Schwandt at Big Picture Productions
Print Material/Florals: Hannah Trowbridge at Social Butterfly
Lounge furniture: Social Butterfly
Bloomington Bridal Show 2011
Each table setting had transluscent menu and escort cards, set on top of clear plates with the light blue napkin and silver chargers.
To add to the multi-leveled centerpiece, small ranunculus were tightly bound in mercury glass vases. Florals by Artful Blooms
Matching blue glasses filled with blue crystals added extra sparkle to the table
Fallen orchids surrounding each place setting
Dramatic, contemporary white florals sat on top of hanging crystals. All florals by Artful Blooms
Custom crystal centerpiece by Social Butterfly
Candles connected by strung orchids sat as the focal point of the lounge area
Thanks to Teresa at Artful Blooms for the beautiful and creative flowers!
Thanks to Eric Rudd for these great pictures!
We had a blast and were so excited to meet so many brides-to-be!! See you again next year!
Bridal Show 2011 Sneak Peak
For those of you who were unable to attend the 2011 Bloomington Bridal Show, we wanted to fill you in on what you missed! Our booth was decorated in blue and silver, and featured lots of gorgeous crystals everywhere. All florals by Teresa at Artful Blooms.
Many brides came to us asking, “Why do I need a wedding planner?” Let’s try and answer that for you!
Our mission: At the end of the night, after your perfect wedding has whizzed by, we want you to walk out, carrying nothing but your shoes, reflecting on the amazing, stress-free time you had enjoying every second of your day!
We offer two packages:
Full Service- We work side-by-side with you, give you monthly reminders, attend vendor meetings, help you realize your vision, maximize your budger, implement all the design aspects, and coordinate the wedding day and weekend events.
Day Of Wedding- You make the plans, but would like someone you trust to implement them, so you can relax and enjoy your wedding.
We also offer ala carte services, ready made and custom invitations, save the dates, escort cards, menus and programs.
As a wedding planner, we get asked lots of questions! Here are a few of our FAQ’s:
Can I plan my own wedding, but have Social Butterfly take care of the all the work on the actual wedding day?
Yes! If you enjoy planning or already made most plans, but realize you don’t want to work or put your family and friends to work on your wedding day, then call us!
Can I afford a planner?
We have worked with budgets from $5,000 to $100,000 +.
I don’t know where to begin; can you help?
Yes, we’re here to inspire you with ideas and help you realize and implement your vision. Set up a consultation today!
I live out of town, is that a problem?
We work with many out of town brides! We can
also, assist family members that live in the Bloomington area who are helping.
The venue has a site coordinator, should I hire Social Butterfly?
We have a good working relationship with most area site coordinators. Many work diligently on the facility’s function and numerous events taking place, so we work with them to take care of you! We care for personal items, decor, and overall wedding day needs inside and outside the facility, so they can focus on the functionality of the venue.
I just need invitations and a design concept; can you help?
Yes, we have a la carte options, which include event and room designs. We have custom invitations and wedding stationary and ready made invitations for you to choose from.
Where can I find more info?
Visit the main website at socialbutterfly.us or make an appointment to visit us at 116.5 S. College Ave. in downtown Bloomington, Indiana.
