Lauren and Alan’s October enchanted forest wedding at Hotel Monaco reflected an enchanted forest aesthetic that felt both immersive and refined. From the very first impression, guests were welcomed into a space that balanced the grandeur of the ballroom with the quiet beauty of the natural world. Texture, movement, and the colors of autumn punctuated the design.
Lauren carried a bouquet filled with enchanting textures. Paired with her striking black bridal gown, it set the tone for the entire celebration at the Hotel Monaco. Built from a tapestry of ferns and foliage, the design was deeply textural, accented with burgundy ranunculus, red hypericum berries, and pops of orange asclepia. Hints of plum and wine tones added depth, creating a bouquet that felt gathered rather than arranged, as though it had been foraged from the forest floor. The groom’s boutonniere echoed these elements in a more restrained, foliage-driven expression, tying the look together seamlessly.
Before entering the Hotel Monaco ballroom, guests were greeted by stately lanterns filled with fairy light and surrounded by soft tufts of moss. Open books inscribed with guest names and marked with black velvet ribbons added a thoughtful, storybook detail, offering a warm transition into the celebration.
Inside, the design leaned into atmosphere. Towering columns installations climbed upward with smilax and curly willow, softening the architecture of the Hotel Monaco ballroom and drawing the eye through the rotunda. At their base, wetland-inspired plantings of ferns and cattails grounded the look. Overhead, chandeliers were draped in loose greenery, bringing an organic, almost untamed quality to the space while maintaining elegant restraint.
Tables were intentionally understated, allowing the larger installations to shine. Moss, loose greenery, and lanterns created intimate moments of glow and texture, while trees flanked the sweetheart table, drawing the forest further into the room. The result was a wedding that felt transportive yet grounded, an autumn story told through layers of foliage, subtle color, and thoughtful restraint.
Venue: Hotel Monaco
Photography: Carl Elixir
Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design
