Conservatory Of Flowers

Wedding Venue: Conservatory of Flowers Picnic in The Park

Posted Jan 5, 2012 by I Do Venues

Photography By: Jessamyn Harris Summary The lure of a casual outdoor picnic in the park has inspired many brides, but who could ask for more than this picturesque setting? Imagine your wedding ceremony and reception on the dramatic grounds of the San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers in historic Golden Gate Park. Every DIY bride has imagined and planned each detail of their celebration. If a good old-fashioned picnic is your desire, then the sprawling lush green lawns and endless selection of gardens, paths, and trails will make this location perfect. I love this celebration filled with a color palette of [...]

Weekend Planning Guide: The Secret Garden

Posted Aug 21, 2010 by I Do Venues

Photography By: Kristen Gardner Summary Fall is right around the corner and as you plan your wedding for next year, you may be considering an outdoor affair. Whether you choose to have an intimate outdoor ceremony or throw a grand garden party, September and October are the best months to consider in the Bay Area. For the East Bay (Contra Costa and Alameda Counties), the summer heat will have passed, leaving the pleasantly warm summer evenings with their cool breezes. In San Francisco, the heavy fog layer we experience in June and July will have traveled down coast – leaving [...]

Wedding Venue: Conservatory of Flowers Sneak Preview

Posted Jul 14, 2010 by I Do Venues

Photography By: Ed Pingol Sneak Preview As out-of-town visitors stroll aimlessly through the enormous tree-lined paths of Golden Gate Park, there are few who do not gasp when they stumble upon The Conservatory of Flowers. The Victoria Era structure is more than a century old and has a grand Persian flair to it. The unmatched artistry of the glass building as it rises above the foliage is surreal — the vast white structure contrasting dramatically with the greenery that surrounds it. As you absorb the beautiful scenery and scents, you can clearly imagine your wedding in a grand fashion. Perhaps [...]