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How do you design with red and green without crossing over to holiday territory? Let us show you.
From the start, we were blending two worldsâtheir soft, neutral, cottage-core vision and their shared heritage. Red, the Chinese symbol of joy, good fortune, and celebration, had to live within the design. But with bridesmaids already in green, we knew we were walking a very fine line between unique and âChristmas in September.â
So we refined the palette and everything else followed.
We grounded the environment in rich greens, deepened the reds into more dimensional tones, and layered in warm tans, browns, and soft golden yellows to bring balance and depth.
From there, it became a study in contrast. A sleek, industrial NYC backdrop paired with modern acrylic details, softened by wild, organic florals, vintage lounge pieces, and a tablescape that was earthy and layered.
Their story took flight in the details.
Hand-drawn Mahjong tiles as table numbers, personalized chopsticks, nods to PokĂ©mon and Avatar, and subtle references to their parentsâ green thumbs. Every piece played a role in creating a dining experience that honored their culture in a way that felt true to them.
Each piece was woven in with intention, never as an afterthought. It was personal, unexpected and inviting.
Most importantly, it was clearly not a Christmas party đ
Design + Coordination
@dearseptemberevents
Venue
@thebordonelic
Catering
@onthemarcevents
Photography + Videography
@danielwuproductions
Florals
@alilyamongthorns_
Entertainment
@onthebeatfx
Rentals
@broadwaypartyrentals @somethingtayloredrentals
Lighting
@ulsnyc
Stationery + Signage
@andimejiaco
Beauty
@tl_brides
Specialty Soda
@grownupsoda
Cake
@onesmartcookienyc
Officiant
@officiantnyc
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