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Summer Loving
What could be more romantic than the season of firefly nights and shared ice cream cones? No wonder summer is the runaway favorite time of year to get married. Desiree Spinner of Desiree Spinner Events in Boston and Cape Code walks us through one of her favorite summer weddings.
Photo Credit: Trent Bailey
Cape Cod was the location of this summertime soirée, and Desiree’s first task was to find the perfect venue. She settled on the historic Chatham Bars Inn for its manicured lawn overlooking the ocean and its wide wooden porch. Next up was the color scheme. “In the summer, we do lots of white, ivory, and cream paired with Nantucket red. I like clean, bright colors for summer — a silver, a crisp poppy pink.” For this wedding, the bride fell in love with navy, and paired it with Tiffany blue and silver. “Sometimes people think navy is a fall color, but it’s very nautical and summery.”
The couple wanted the reception to have an authentic Cape Cod feel, so Desiree went for elegant East Coast prep, starting with white organza linens with pin-tucked pleats. She put hurricane lamps on each of the long tables, and layered in whimsical touches, such as sailor’s knots to hold table numbers. The result was an impeccable de- sign, but without starched-collar formality.
During the hottest months, Desiree encourages brides to serve seafood and the abundant greens from local farms. “On Cape Cod, everyone wants a raw bar!” she says. She also keeps the cocktails light and refreshing.
And Desiree’s final tip for June, July, and August brides? Take full advantage of lush summer nights with romantic lighting. There should be candles, candles everywhere and strings of bistro lights to give that firefly flicker.
