The Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels proved to be the ideal setting for S+B’s “Eastern Shore glam” wedding vision. As a nod to the waterfront setting, we took a cool-tone approach when designing this elegant fall celebration. Rich florals mixed with cool blues and pops of gold to create a look that is strikingly unique. Inside the clear-top tent, we drew eyes up with elegant crystal chandeliers, hanging floral arrangements and soft draping. Back at eye level, we achieved the sought-after “Eastern Shore glam” look by layering patterned and plain navy linens (a nod to the waterfront setting) with natural wood chairs and pops of gold—most notably in the gold-trimmed bar accented by a boxwood wall backdrop. All the stars aligned—as seen through the clear-top tent!—to create this one-of-a-kind celebration for the new Mr. and Mrs.
Vendors:
Photographer: Kate Headley
Planning & Design: Kari Rider Events
Tent: Sugarplum Events
Florals, Lighting & Rentals: Amaryllis Designs
Rentals: White Glove Rentals, Select Event Group
Linens: La Tavola Linen, BBJ Linen
Venue: Inn at Perry Cabin
Invitation: Minted
Day of Paper: Steph B & Co.
Band: Sultans of Swing
Cake: Chef Steven Anthony
HMU: Amie Decker Beauty
When the bride wants to elope and the groom wants a (semi) traditional wedding, what else is there to do but compromise? For Erica and Dave, compromise came in the form of an intimate, 90-guest wedding at the waterfront Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels—a relaxed setting that reminded the couple of Erica’s family home in New England.
With our help, the DC-based couple found inspiration in the shades of the sea but with a funky, fresh twist. Think electric blue brushed linens; custom watercolor illustrations on everything from the invitations to the ceremony programs to the escort board monogram; ginger jars from the bride’s vintage collection on the reception tables and at the ceremony site; and the bride’s custom ocean blue-bodiced Modern Trousseau gown.
There was no shortage of meaningful touches either. Erica and Dave handpicked books to exchange during their first look—a book of modern love poems from him, a hiking guide from her. And perhaps the most special detail of all, Erica’s dad wrote an original song that the ceremony musicians learned for their processional. It was a day full of fun, laughter and lasting memories. A joyful, colorful and eclectic affair with a lot of personality.
Vendors:
Photography: Kate Headley
Planning & Design: Kari Rider Events
Venue: Inn at Perry Cabin
Florist: Amaryllis Designs
Tent & Flooring: Sugarplum Tents
Rentals: Select Event Group, White Glove Rentals
Linens: La Tavola Linen
Invitation & Paper Goods: Jolly Edition
Day-of Paper: Surcee Calligraphy
Bride’s Dress: Modern Trousseau
HMU: Amie Decker Beauty
Cake: Milk Bar
Ice Cream: Scottish Highland Creamery
Band: For the Win, East Coast Entertainment
Transportation: Extraordinar Limousine
Meghan and Sid wanted to keep things low-key and intimate for their spring nuptials at the picturesque Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels. So we got to work creating a scene that blended the waterfront setting with the bride’s vision for a modern meets botanical vibe. Enter greenery chandeliers, cool blue velvet linens, black flatware, wooden cross-back chairs, and a well-equipped cigar bar—all beneath a gorgeous sailcloth tent. Keeping with the intimate vibe, guests dined at long king tables, where black acrylic table numbers gave an added punch, as did the adorable salt and pepper bowls we sourced. No where was the weaving of setting and theme more evident than in the cake display—a stunning two-tier cake with a blue wave pattern accented by focal roses that sat on a marble stand atop a black and white striped linen. The epitome of waterfront meets modern meets botanical! Insane wind gusts prevented us from being able to leave the tent fully open—and rendered the pedestals for the ceremony flowers useless—but nothing was taking the wind out of Meghan and Sid’s sails on their wedding day! See more from this perfect spring celebration on Grey Likes Weddings!
Vendors:
Photography: Eric Kelley
Planning & Design: Kari Rider Events
Venue: Inn at Perry Cabin
Florals: Sophie Felts Floral Design
Tent & Rentals: Eastern Shore Tents & Events
Rentals: White Glove Rentals
Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen
Invitation & Paper Goods: Stephanie B Design
Cake: Chef Steven Anthony
Hair & Makeup: Ariel Lewis
Band: Sound Nation
Ceremony Musicians: Bay Strings
Transportation: Extroardinar Limousine
Kari Rider Events is a boutique event planning and design company crafting elegant, individually styled celebrations on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and beyond. Our blog features real weddings designed by our team, shoots we've styled for magazines and other blogs, and lots of wedding tips and inspiration. Thanks for stopping by and we look forward to hearing from you!
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