vintage general: December 2010

Friday, December 31, 2010

wedding unveiled blog feature

12.30.2010

Real Wedding ~ Scottee and Jim

Scottee and Jim chose Savannah, GA for their intimate Southern soiree filled with beautiful vintage details and designed in rich color palette by event designer Elizabeth Demos. Photographer Donna Von Bruening of DVB Photographers was on hand to capture the day. Scottee looked gorgeous in her chic Carolina Herrera gown with fitted bodice and bubbled tier skirt tied with black and ivory striped ribbon. She wore her hair up with braids pulling her dark locks away from her face and adding a pretty pair of crystal beaded earrings, while Jim kept it simple in a classic fitted black suit and tie with vintage inspired boutonniere made of pheasant, black and Bordeaux colored feathers. Situated in the English-inspired parterre garden of the historic Owen-Thomas House close family and friends gathered for the intimate ceremony. Arrangements of white and yellow blooms decorated the space and set on the table where a quaint little seating area with iron benches was nestled in the gardens. Scottee and Jim exchanged vows flanked by two trees and in front of the small reflecting fountain situated in the center of the gardens.

After a few celebratory drinks of Kentucky bourbon served out of vintage silver rimmed glassware the celebration continued at The Olde Pink House for the dinner reception. Savannah's only 18th century mansion provided the perfect venue for the couple's decadent reception of elegant Southern cuisine. The rich event palette and vintage details of the reception worked seamlessly with the already preexisting decor of The Old Pink House. Guest tables were situated around the room and set by the fireplace where tall gold fluted vases held heart shaped wreaths made from small white blooms and vines. A variety of rich purple linens dressed the tables accented with gold chivari chairs. Scottee and Jim's table featured a beautiful lilac embroidered and eyelet base linen set with a deep aubergine velvet overlay trimmed in gold embroidery and tassels. Florist Harvey Designs created stunning centerpieces of mixed white and purple blooms ranging from a light wisteria hue to dark indigo all set in vintage gold vessels on antique mirror trays. Aged mercury votives adorned the tabletops adding a warm glow to the intimate dinner reception. Don't miss a single detail of Scottee and Jim's historic Savannah wedding, including the couple's unique display of old family photos. To see more of Scottee and Jim's Georgia wedding, visit the DVB Photographers blog!

Credits:
Photography: DVB Photographers. Wedding Coordinator: Wed Accompli. Gown: Carolina Herrera. Florist: Harvey Designs. Event Designer: Elizabeth Demos. Ceremony Venue: Owen-Thomas House. Officiant: Rev. Steve Schulte. Reception Venue: The Olde Pink House.

Savannah Weddings Behind the Veil bridal event

Save the date

Sunday, January 30, 2011

At Savannah Weddings Magazine's second annual Behind the Veil bridal salon, our select group of the area's best wedding professionals will be on hand to help you envision your perfect day-right down to the last hand-finished detail. Join us for an upscale afternoon of tastings, consultations and inspiration.

1-5 p.m.

Telfair Academy (121 Barnard Street)

Telfair Square (Barnard at President Street)

Jepson Center (207 West York Street)

General admission tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door

Find "The Dress" at our fashion show

Oscar de La Renta, Monique Llhuillier and Vera Wang are just a few of the exclusive labels you will see marching down the aisle at our top label bridal fashion show, hosted by Bleu Belle Bridal with hair by B Street Salon and makeup by Glow Med Spa. Set to the live tunes of the Equinox Jazz Band, this live display of luxe looks on stunning local brides is part of every ticket.

VIP Brunch

Meet Emily Newman of the internationally acclaimed wedding website Once Wed and trade ideas with other brides and attendants over a gourmet brunch hosted by Cafe Zeum, Avia Savannah and Elizabeth Demos Events.

11:00 a.m. at the Jepson Center 207 West York Street

VIP tickets include general admission and are $35 in advance and $45 at the door

Reserve your tickets today

http://www.savannahmagazine.com/articles/behind-the-veil

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

featured on design sponge

Design Sponge - Liz Demo's from Savannah Film Co. on Vimeo.

our story

In the spring of 2000, a life long dream came true when I opened my first shop in a tiny storefront in downtown Savannah. Within three years we had outgrown that little store and the search for a larger location began. I settled on a centrally located space with more visibility and foot traffic. After spending three years in the second location, we found ourselves once again craving more space. As luck would have it we found an enormous turn of the century storefront on Savannah's premier shopping street. We remained there until the winter of 2010 when we closed our doors due to the lagging economy. @home was recognized as one of the most inspiring, stylish and original stores in the area.

in case you missed it...

I have had the good fortune of having my freelance projects and the shop featured in the following publications:Country Living, Country Home, Southern Living, Better Homes & Gardens, Southern Accents, Lucky, Vanity Fair, Cottage Living, Cooking with Paula Deen, Bargain Style, Holiday Crafts, Christmas Ideas, Boho Magazine, Adorn, South, Flea Market Style, Savannah Magazine, Savannah Weddings, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles and Decorating Magazine. Online we have been featured on Design Sponge, Decor 8, Darling Dexter and Once Wed.

the people behind the magic...

I couldn't have done this without the support of my husband. He is the motivating force behind the visionary. He helps me do everything from building projects to rearranging to hunting for antiques all while running his own successful custom furniture business and helping raise our beautiful son.

I also had the distinct pleasure of sharing my shop with a talented and inspiring group of girls (past & present) that contribute to the creative environment on a daily basis.

then there is me...

I was a bit bohemian growing up with a love for old things so I savored the opportunity to work in an antique shop in my early twenties. I quickly realized that this was my calling. In 1995 I moved to Savannah, GA to obtain a BFA at the Savannah College of Art & Design. Shortly after graduation I opened the shop and the rest is history.

my other job...

In 2003, an editor from a national magazine took me under his wing and introduced me to the editorial process. As a freelance producer and photo stylist I have worked with incredibly gifted people that continue to inspire and challenge me. My work is reflective of the environment and aesthetic of my former shop. @home served as a creative laboratory filled with elements that I pullred into my features. I have produced and styled magazine features, purchased and supplied props for video, television, film and print media.

my most recent endeavor...

In the spring of 2009 I launched Elizabeth Demos Event Design & Styling (www.elizabethdemos.com). I'm available for full event design and coordination both near and far. It has been a natural transition from shop owner to event designer. I have the opportunity to incorporate all the things I love the most; being creative, working with people, exploring my imagination and inventive design.

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