The SF Bay Area Design Collection: Thomas Fogarty Winery

This spectacular venue is probably the one place where I have done the most of my weddings in the last decade – and for good reason! I keep recommending Fogarty for its endless views, from San Francisco to Silicon Valley; for its romantic setting amidst lush vineyards, and for its polished event spaces and accommodating staff. In short – the perfect combination for a garden-themed, summery, mostly outdoor wedding!

My Fogarty weddings have ranged from intimate gatherings to 200 people; were anywhere from rustic to elegant, and came in a rainbow of accent colors.

Here is my personal inspiration – how I want to see it! Fresh citrus colors …

… combined with natural materials like wood and rattan, candlelight and metallic gold accents.

This would complement the spectacular views from the ceremony lawn (actually using the ceremony chairs from the venue inventory)…

… and rattan lounge furniture, potted shrubs and fluffy pillows would be perfect for Cocktail Hour on the open deck.

For dinner in the Pavilion, I am envisioning suspended florals (after all, the Pavilion was constructed with exactly such decor in mind – the struts can carry the load!)…

… and the new venue dining chairs would look great with this design.

The place settings combine elegance, natural materials and – with pretty menu cards – a touch of formality.

And, of course, the Sweetheart Table gets special treatment!

Cake cutting would happen in the Hill House…

… the basketweave design of the cake matching the “natural materials” theme of the decor, and the rustic bare wooden dessert table playing along with desserts in citrus colors.

Here again – the design at a glance:

I hope you like it!