Organic + Romantic Wedding Ideas

It all began with a video, and the raw display of emotion of the dance. The gorgeous abandoned location and organic beauty inspired Claire Duran Weddings & Events to design a shoot evoking the airy and flowing movement of dance, in a location embodying the beauty of the inspiration. The Patapasco Female Institute in Ellicot City, MD was the perfect space to bring the vision to life. This former girl’s school was founded in 1837, and is now maintained as a historical ruin and event space – it is also rumored to be haunted by one of the former students. Elements reminiscent of dance moves, such as the soft tulle dress from Carine’s Bridal, watercolor calligraphy by LittleCat Creative, and lush florals by Della Blooms brought the vision to life. Industrial elements such as the reclaimed wood table from Su Casa and slate placemats from Brooklyn Slate added a modern touch. We adore the divine images from Lissa Ryan Photography!

Green and Garnet Wedding FlowersGreenery Garland Wedding Backdrop

Gray and Lavender Wedding Invitations

Ballet Wedding Ideas Lissa Ryan PhotographyBallet Wedding Ideas Lissa Ryan Photography

Ballet Inspired Bride

Wedding Table with Calligraphy and Greenery

Ballet Wedding Ideas Lissa Ryan PhotographyBride in Tulle Gown

Dessert Table with Calligraphy Sign

Elegant Gray and Green Wedding Table

Gray Calligraphy InvitationsGold and Garnet Wedding Inspiration

Greenery Garland for CenterpieceIndustrial and Elegant Wedding Table

Ivory and Green Wedding FlowersHand Dyed Wedding Shoes

Place Mat of Slate

Elegant Dessert TableBallet Wedding Ideas Lissa Ryan Photography

Wedding Welcome BoxWedding Inspiration in Historic Ruins

Industrial Chairs at Wedding Table

Ballet Wedding Ideas Lissa Ryan PhotographyBride and Groom with Calligraphy Chair Signs

Fuchsia and Green Wedding Ideas

Photography – Lissa Ryan Photography | Event Design – Claire Duran Weddings & Events | Venue – Patapasco Female Institute | Floral – Della Blooms | Rentals – Su Casa | Stationery and Calligraphy – LittleCat Creative | Hair and Makeup – Behind the Veil | Props – Brooklyn Slate | Cake – Kupcakes & Co. | Welcome Gift – Marigold & Grey | Sweets – PAUL | Gown – Carine’s Bridal | Accessories – Bloom | Headband – Acute Designs | Decorated Pointe Shoes – K and T Crafts | Models – Katie Shewbridge and Andrew Robbins