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    Written In The Stars: West Chester’s Wedding Guide

    This wedding guide is sponsored by Poco Pink Creative Co. Based in Philadelphia, Poco Pink Creative Co. is anything but ordinary when it comes to getting your wedding, brand, or event noticed. Their custom art installations, window displays, and unique aesthetic will take your space to a whole new level. When they are not flexing their event design skills, they create one-of-a-kind art pieces that will take your brand from “boring” to “bold“!

     

     

     

     

    Winter is full of romance and magic. It’s easy to fall in love among the twinkling lights, cozy fireplaces, and silent falling snow. How could you not? The holiday season is a famously favorite time to pop the question. As you begin planning your special day, we hope you find inspiration among these pages. With a love story that was written in the stars, this celestial inspired wedding lookbook was designed exclusively for Fig. You’ll find ten exquisite vendors, all dedicated to making your wedding an event to remember. Inspired by a starry winter night’s sky, West Chester becomes the perfect backdrop to celebrate your forever commitment. Mixing historic charm with modern styling, inventive florals with classic calligraphy, find local sources for every lovely detail.

     

    Photographed at Faunbrook Bed & Breakfast
    Event styling by Alexis Turner of Poco Pink Creative Co.

    Poco Pink Creative.

    Poco Pink Creative.

    Poco Pink Creative

     

    pocopinkcreative.com

    pocopinkcreative@gmail.com

     

    Poco Pink Creative creates experiences to remember through event design, custom art installations, and product styling when every lovely detail counts. From concept creation and prop sourcing, to ceremony backdrops and vendor management, you’ll find every detail is creatively executed. Bring your own ideas, or have them design a custom theme for you.

     

    Planning tip: Let the designer at Poco Pink collaborate with your key vendors to achieve a cohesive look.

    LEFT: Topiary Florals By Kate McNamara. RIGHT: The Master's Baker.

    The Master’s Baker

     

    themastersbaker.com

    610.436.9888

     

    Let the award winning artists and pastry chefs from The Master’s Baker whip up a one-of-a-kind wedding cake or dessert collection that your guests will savor. Stop by their Downtown bake shop to meet with a consultant, taste some samples, and design a cake that surpasses all expectations.

     

    Planning tip: Give your cake a premier spotlight at the reception—it’s a piece of art your guests will love to admire before diving in.

     

    Topiary Florals By Kate McNamara

     

    topiaryflowers.com

    610.458.9475

     

    Well designed florals elevate any event. Topiary is a full service florist creating unique and stunning wedding bouquets, centerpieces, floral installations, and decor that takes your wedding or event to the next level. With more than 20 years of floral design experience, Kate McNamara creates modern and stylish floral arrangements for any theme or season.

     

    Planning tip: Think outside the vase. Let Kate find unique and interesting vessels to style the arrangements.

    LEFT: Balance Hair Spa. RIGHT: Sabrina Ann Couture. 

    Balance Hair Spa

     

    balancehairspa.com

    610.314.4300

     

    Get the look you’ve dreamed of with bridal hair and makeup by Balance Hair Spa. Offering cuts, color, extensions, updos, and makeup for you and your bridal party.

     

    Planning tip: Curate a mood board of your favorite styles, hair accessories, and makeup looks and work with the stylists at Balance to bring your theme to life.

     

    Sabrina Ann Couture

     

    sabrinaann.com

    484.999.8326

     

    Find the perfect wedding gown for your special day at Sabrina Ann Couture, West Chester’s premier destination for bridal gowns and evening wear. Browse their selection of designer sample gowns in a range of sizes. Their collection changes weekly. Enjoy a boutique shopping experience while saving 30–70% off retail. Their seasoned consultants will help you find the gown of your dreams.

     

    Planning Tip: Dramatic or refined, modern or classic—let the bridal consultants at Sabrina Ann help you try on more than just one silhouette or style.

    Faunbrook Bed & Breakfast - Photo courtesy of Pat Robinson Photography.

    Faunbrook Bed & Breakfast

     

    faunbrook.com
    610.436.5788

     

    A swoon-worthy place to say “I do”. Established in 1860, Faunbrook is a Victorian bed and breakfast with quintessential Chester County charm. Equipped to host an intimate wedding for up to 100 of your closest friends and family, this historic property features seven unique guest rooms. Your loved ones can celebrate together for an entire weekend while Faunbrook’s staff makes you feel right at home. Visit their website to view wedding photos, package details, and information about open house tours.

     

    Planning tip: Reserve the luxurious Darlington Suite for your first night as a married couple.

    LEFT: Invitations By Jill. RIGHT: The Basic Surburban.

    Invitations By Jill

     

    invitationsbyjill.com

    484.994.4858

     

    Make an epic first impression. Invitations by Jill is a boutique design and invitation studio offering traditional, rustic, modern, whimsical, and elegant design suites. Choose from existing designs, or request a custom suite that reflects the personal touches specific to you and your fiancé. Design consultations by appointment only.

     

    Planning tip: The invitation is the first thematic glimpse the guests see—make sure it complements the desired style, colors, and feeling.

     

    The Basic Suburban

     

    thebasicsuburban.com

    484.983.3008

     

    The finishing touches make all the difference. The Basic Suburban offers boutique style calligraphy for all of your paper assets and decor. From welcome mirrors to seating charts, place cards and escort cards, natural leaf settings, and thank you favors, you can make every detail unforgettable.

     

    Planning tip: Let The Basic Suburban hand draw a phrase or monogram on a special tabletop item.

    Queen Of Hearts Catering. 

    Queen Of Hearts Catering

     

    queenofheartscatering.com

    610.889.0477

     

    A love story is not complete without good wining and dining. The Queen of Hearts’ ultimate goal is to make the catering process simple for your special day. With expert coordinators, budget-conscious packages, and delicious cuisines of all genres, your guests will enjoy a memorable meal plated to perfection. Cheers to 30 years of experience in executing seamless dining experiences!

     

    Planning tip: Ask the event planners at Queen of Hearts to help design a signature cocktail that goes with your theme.

    Windish Music And Productions. 

    Windish Music And Productions

     

    windishmusic.com

    484.999.8879

     

    Windish Music and Productions’ premier live entertainment brings a joyful noise to your wedding, event, or festival. Elegant ceremony musicians, world-class cocktail ambiance, and high-energy dance bands create the atmosphere for all events and venues.

     

    Planning tip: Share your favorite music genres beforehand with the musicians and trust them to keep the party going.