Taste of Fall: Rich Tones, Unique Florals Shine in Autumn-Inspired Editorial at The Inn at Diamond Woods

There is nothing quite like fall in the Pacific Northwest. The crisp air, the festive feeling and, of course, the colors. Wanting to capture that very essence, Renee Walker of Beaneth the Pines created an amazing scene for love to flourish. The design was inspired by the color palette of an Oregon autumn, including deep, rich tones represented in the florals, drinks and makeup, which then contrasted with the warm wood of The Inn at Diamond Woods. The real-life couple met when Clarae was reading for a role in an indie movie, and Ollie was already cast as the lead. They started filming two years later in October 2023. Clarae notes that this time of year is so special to them as a couple, “You know that song ‘We Fell in Love in October?’ That’s why I love fall. That is literally us.”

In the sweeping tablescape, a floral tree stood as the main focal point with the iconic A-frame serving as the backdrop. “This is a design that we haven’t seen before but still plays into the trend of unique floral installations,” Gloria Rice, founder of High Desert Florals notes of her creation. “The structure was to mimic a tree, its branches hanging over the tablescape. The design included not only a light contrast of tones but also preserved maple leaves in alignment with the fall theme.”