Michelle Rago, Ltd.—Blog

July 6, 2008 

Today I said goodbye to Lola. She has left an indelible paw-print on my heart. Hopefully she and my pop are snuggled up reading the New York Times together somewhere.
1992-2008

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For a recent wedding in Nantucket the reception was held in a beautiful tent erected close to the beach. The theme was “Great Gatsby” by the sea. Dove gray is the hottest color going this season and so of course we used it to drape the ceiling of the tent. 

Getting the scaffolding into […]

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This late summer- early fall inspired bouquet uses bold color, crab apples, yarn and satin ribbon. Perfect for the bride who is inspired by bold color!

This pink an white beauty is the perfect bouquet for the bride who wants to off-set her dress with some color. In addition to pink majolica roses and pink sweet […]

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There are so many components to a warm and successful wedding. One design cornerstone we try and illustrate for brides is to take functional basics such as the seating card table, the cocktail reception bar, a sweet station or “to go”  sweet boxes-and turn them into “destinations” for guests. Another key component of a successful wedding is the flow of […]

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I love to use the versatile Manzanita branch to add a sense of drama to any arrangement or centerpiece. Their unique shape, smooth finish, and surprising strength allow me to easily drape flowers or hang ornaments for a beautiful and different effect. Indigenous to the western part of North America and
Mexico, these unusual branches can be […]

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