moroccan mores

another moroccan themed occasion, another opportunity to explore a new look.  at the Istana hotel recently, we were blessed with such a serendipitous possibility when the client requested for moroccan wedding reception.  because the client wished for a contemporary twist to this favorite theme, we pared off the usual bling and bright colors and settled for subtle hints of glamor and a demure color palette.  but we adhered solidly to the quintessential elements that make this theme so charming and romantic in the first place.  see if you can spot the water pipes and hexagonal accent tables in these photos: 

spice of life

a favorite decorative theme that clients often asked for in the look of their event or wedding is the "Arabian" or "Moroccan". this would generally involve providing the look and feel of Arabia or Morocco through the use of architectural elements like symmetry, archways and geometric motifs. the details would incorporate the use of decorative items like glass oil lamps, silver vases, cushions, heavy fabrics and the all-important elaborate trimmings like tassels and palmettes. the color palette is also a significant element to consider. for clients who are partial to the traditional look, we would pick a color range that would reflect the colors of spices--bright, vibrant hues of yellows, reds, and oranges. often enough, we accomplish this through the use of brightly colored flowers! for those leaning more to a softer updated feel, we would pick a palette more subdued like the one we used for the ethereal experience last december, for example. of course, there are no rules etched in stone for that definite Arabian or Moroccan look. for this recent wedding reception, we incorporated both the traditional and modern for a look that is as unique as any of the experiences we created.

blessed bliss

the second day of celebration for our client at the mandarin oriental was set in blue, white and earthy brown. a complete turn around from the previous day's youthful fun and colors, the second day's occasion reflects solemn faith, sincere love and everlasting bliss. we believe that the following shots are best viewed in silent contemplation...