Bold Hues and Traditional Details at Sage and Social

As wedding vendors themselves, grooms Freddie and Rod felt it was important to approach planning with a clear point of view. Held outdoors, the event’s setting offered a calm backdrop that let their choices stand out and shine. Custom signage incorporating papel picado (“punched paper,” a tradition in Mexican celebrations) designs established a cultural throughline that carried across the event, including the seating display and overhead décor. Florals leaned warm, with bright orange tones threaded through soft greenery, creating contrast against the natural surroundings.

Their attire followed that same sense of intention. Rod’s green suit paired effortlessly with a bold boutonnière of reaching blooms, while Freddie’s embroidered traditional charro suit brought a striking visual element that felt authentic to him. Together, their style choices symbolized tradition expressed through a modern lens.

The ceremony was framed by a floral installation that felt as if it were bursting forth from the space rather than being placed within it. Since they couldn’t have the real deal, Freddie and the groomsmen galloped down the aisle atop faux horses—just one of the many playful elements of the day.

In lieu of an “in memory” display, the pair set up an ofrenda to honor loved ones who had passed. As the evening shifted, the reception settled into a relaxed energy. String lights cast a glow over the dance floor as guests moved between conversation and celebration.

When it was time to eat, the whole company dined on the newlyweds’ favorite foods: Hawaiian cuisine paired with pizza, s’mores and cake for dessert. —Megan Simpson Teeter