Larry Walshe conceived a wedding celebration for Julian Leaver at the iconic St. Regis, New York that felt both timeless and deeply atmospheric, drawing inspiration from the grandeur of the hotel’s gilded interiors and the romantic palette seen throughout the design imagery. The ceremony unfolded within a lush garden installation built entirely from layered foliage and ivory blooms, where sculptural floral structures rose and curved to form a dramatic natural arch.
Abundant white roses, delicate sprays of blossom, and glossy greenery were composed in organic clusters that softened the opulence of the ballroom’s gold detailing, while mirrored surfaces amplified the scale of the florals and reflected the candlelit glow throughout the space.
The aisle was transformed into an immersive landscape of flowers, with low arrangements spilling across the steps and framing the ceremony platform. Walshe used texture and height to create depth, weaving soft white florals with rich greenery so that the installation appeared almost wild yet meticulously composed. The mirrored elements and reflective floor created a sense of infinite garden-like abundance, making the ceremony feel both intimate and theatrical within the grand architecture of the St. Regis. This contrast between natural romance and classical opulence became the guiding aesthetic for the entire event.