This wedding decor was conceived as a fantasy 'al fresco' garden wedding inspired by the wonderful old pergolas found at chateaus and villas across continental Europe.

The bride and groom wanted something familial in style but wth a sense of traditional formality, so I imagined the decor as if all the old family silverware and crystal had been brought out of the house and placed around the venue to decorate an impromptu and home-style wedding.

Upon arrival, guests went upstairs for the wedding ceremony inside the mansion, and then were invited downstairs for the cocktail and dinner reception.  After dinner and dancing downstairs, guests once again moved back upstairs to find the ceremony area transformed into a glamorous night club.

Seen here is the interior of Esma Sultan Mansion in Istanbul before decoration.