Halloween Themed Baby Shower

We did a very small event at the Sausalito Yacht Club. It was a Halloween Themed Baby Shower. We worked with pumpkins that we glittered black & orange, and also dried branches that we spray painted high gloss black. This was the first time our studio worked with paper pom pom's from Pom Love and I have to tell you we are now a fan. We were looking for retro stickers and we found those at Martha Stewart Crafts & Michaels and my new love Party Cheap. We purchased all orange wrapped candy to keep the color palett strong on the candy table. Hope you enjoy. It's not everyday you find a client who wants their baby shower Halloween themed!

Comme des Garçons

Well today I was outside looking up at the clouds admiring how puffy they are; and for some reason Commes de Garcons Fall 2010 fashion show came racing into my head. I remember looking at these images a few months back thinking; how cool they would be as a wedding dress. Of course not for the traditional bride; but I could see some ladies with the right edge rocking these out. The tayloring and the cut is amazing. And WOW would I have fun putting together some flowers bouquets for these dresses. White peonies would be the way to go; but how fab would it be to be able to use cotton flower. It looks like I need to go hang out in front of the Art Institute to see if anyone is interested in getting married any time soon :)

Surfboards & Bridal Ribbon?

I'm loving these shoes from Proenza Schouler Spring/Summer 2010 Collection. The designers were inspired by surfbaords when the were making this collection. The shoes inspire me to look at bridal ribbon in a more high contrast way; and design the handle of the bouquet with much more texture.

Inspiration For The Month of April

Every month I have a focus and get inspired by something specific. Usually from the fashion industry. But this month; I really want to pay homage to the passing of one of my favorite artist/designers: Alexander McQueen. He was truly one of the most innovative avant garde designer to date. I always loved his sense of darkness that yet, still played to the somewhat romantic side. His passing was a HUGE loss for the fashion industry and the art world. Above are some of my favs from his last collection.

Hot Colors

I love Hot colors. It's what I really gravitate to as a designer. Made a little something small for Tami's B-day!!

I'm Over Roses For Valentines Day

Yes it's the time a year again. Valentines Day. When everyone comes running to us Floral Designers in need of the best bouquet. Normal flowers just wont do this time of year. Everyone needs something over the top. Well instead of calling me about roses; it's time for me to educate some of you about my first choice...peonies. I love peonies because of the large diameter of the bud; and also because they are so loose and have a mind of their own. I love to cut them long and just let their heads bobble over. When done right, they look like you just picked them from the garden. Any girl would be in love with a bouquet of amazing peonies. Please be prepared to pay for these adorable cuties. At Le Fleur Couture, we are offering free delivery to Tiburon and Belvedere locations. All orders must be in by Friday February 12th, 2010. Kisses Gina Gallisa

Fresh Winter Look

Just because the holidays are over doesn't mean winter is over too. I'm loving the above arrangement by Francoise Weeks out of Portland Oregon. This clean and simple arrangement with the feeling of the woods; puts a little sunshine in my dark winter days. P.s my studio is coming along stay tuned for updates.