Sneak Peak the biggest 2010 Oscar Party
February 9, 2010
Mark being interviewed by ABC Television.
For the 17th consecutive year MARK’S GARDEN is designing the floral decor for at the Academy Awards Governors Ball. Today was the press preview to sneak peek the look of the Ball. This year’s floral décor uses a mix of exotic orchids, tropical blooms and roses set in an eclectic collection of ceramic, glass and metal containers. The Governors Ball is held in the Grand Ballroom on the top level of the Hollywood & Highland Center® immediately following the 82nd Academy Awards® telecast.
The historic architecture of Paul Williams and interior designs of Dorothy Draper in the 1930’s and 1940’s were our inspiration, along with the feel of the famous old Hollywood night clubs The Mocambo and Ciro’s. But the overall effect is definitely modern.
There will be fifteen different table top combinations featuring floral “sculptures” of varying shapes and sizes. The designs incorporate the Ball’s purple and orange color pallet. Arrangements will be set in an array of graphite, silver, copper, glass and mirrored containers in rectangular, cylindrical, elliptical and free form shapes. Tightly clustered bouquets gathered and angled in tall glass cones will tower above some tables while low slung containers with coordinated bouquets will sweep low across others. Mirrored bases and copper-toned votives combined with custom lamps will cast an indirect glow across the tables.
The flowers used include deep purple Calla Lillies, Orchids, Roses, Tulips, Lisianthus, Protea and exotic leaves. They come from all over the globe including Hawaii, Singapore, Holland, and Ecuador as well as the United States.
Surprise performance by Nick Jonas at Mark’s Garden
February 4, 2010
Mark’s Garden was center of the universe for a lot of young girls on Tuesday when pop idol Nick Jonas staged an impromptu concert in front of our store. He sent the word out first on Twitter that he was coming to Mark’s Garden and within moments girls were running to the store and literally calling from all over the country to tell us to say “hi” to their heartthrob… before we even knew about it! After performing a few songs, including “Rose Garden,” the first track on his new CD, he passed out roses to 150 of his fans. Then he dashed off to make an appearance on “Ellen.” You can catch some of his appearance on You Tube. You never know who is going to show up at Mark’s Garden.
It’s Golden Globe weekend.
January 13, 2010
The 67th annual Hollywood Foreign Press Golden Globe awards is always a great show and we know it’s going to be beautiful because Mark’s Garden is designing the flowers for the guest tables once again. We are using a stunning combination of rust and deep red roses, accented with black calla lilies and begonia leaves which add an exotic touch. More than 10,000 blooms in all are being used.
There is going to be a big crowd again this year; everyone loves attending this party! It’s going to be at least 1200 people.
Take a look. It starts at 5:00 p.m. in Los Angeles this Sunday on NBC – Enjoy the show.
The holidays are here!
December 17, 2009
It’s been a fun holiday season so far. We kicked it off decorating Jessica Simpson’s house for Christmas, followed by Jackie de Shannon’s house later that week. Then we decorated our own house for pictures for The LA Daily News. Last Saturday we did a baby Shower for Jillian Reynolds. Monday morning, we presented the table centerpieces for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences Oscars Ball coming up in March. Mark squeezed in radio interviews with Leeza Gibbons and Martha Stewart Living. Tuesday morning (on 10 hours notice) we transformed Russell Brand’s bedroom into a winter wonderland. Wednesday, we decorated Dolores Hope’s home for Christmas, then dashed over to LeAnn Rimes to plan arrangements for her holiday entertaining, then on to the Jenner/Kardashian home to see Kris and decorate for their upcoming party. This Saturday we have the Hollywood Foreign Press holiday party. Quite a week. The holidays are in full swing.
FLOWERS FOR ELLEN
November 13, 2009
When Ellen gets our flowers, she REALLY gets FLOWERS!!!!!
Fergie & Josh get married!
January 15, 2009
Mark’s Garden designed fairy tale floral décor for the fantasy wedding including more than 25,000 blooms of white roses, gardenias, lilac and orchids combined with thousands of crystals and lights.
Baby Shower for Ashlee
November 5, 2008
Welcoming Autumn
October 23, 2008
BRIDES Nov/Dec - See page 142
Autumn is here and everyone is thinking about entertaining.
Mark was interviewed by SUNSET Magazine and BRIDES Magazine and offers tips on everything from decorating to where to get good buys on party goods and where to dine out in Los Angeles.
Another highlight for us this week: Mark’s Garden transformed a section of the second floor of Nieman Marcus in Beverly Hills into a garden oasis for a luncheon hosted by Burberry of London.
Mark’s Flowers just introduced two new floral designs which can be shipped overnight to anyplace in the continental US by FedEx: The pale, sophisticated “Petite Antique Rose Basket” and the gorgeous “Gold Rush” arrangement of variously gold toned roses in a square gold vase. Mark’s Flowers also offers a limited time special on the popular “Pick of the Garden” arrangement. And the “Autumn Basket” is back for the season.
Love wins
September 29, 2008
Mark’s Garden provided floral decor for the wedding of tennis pro Mardy Fish and TV’s Deal or No Deal model Stacey Gardner last Sunday evening. Fellow tennis star James Blake was a groomsman. The event took place at the Four Seasons Hotel in West Hollywood.
Mark’s Garden in print
September 22, 2008
Mark’s Garden is featured in both INSTYLE WEDDINGS AND MODERN BRIDE this month.
The wedding flowers of Ashlee Simpson and Peter Wentz are pictured on page 270 of the INSTYLE WEDDINGS fall issue and the wedding of Jessica Nassi and Josh Cappo at the Beverly Hills Hotel in April is pictured on page 244.
MODERN BRIDE’s October issue features Mark with advice on entertaining.
