Bride and groom standing together holding a vibrant bouquet of orange, yellow, and blue flowers. The groom wears a red patterned jacket with a black shirt, while the bride wears a white gown with lace sleeves and a long veil.

Warm Terracotta & Vibrant Hues For This West Side Story Inspired Wedding

Kristie Eaton Feb 20, 2025

West Side Story is a modern retelling of Romeo and Juliet, set in the 1950s New York City, where the forbidden love between Tony and Maria unfolds. Drawing from the iconic Broadway musical's vibrant energy, star-crossed love, and vintage charm, this styled shoot is a modern reimagining of Tony and Maria's world with bold colors, dramatic florals and hopeless romance. Which is why I am excited to give you our second feature in the Broadway Musical Styled Shoot Series!

Emerald Stone Photography and a team of extremely talented Central Pennsylvania wedding vendors transformed the Hilton Harrisburg to produce a series of styled shoots inspired by timeless hit Broadway musicals and the Pantone Color of the Year 2024 – Peach Fuzz. There are a total of three styled shoots in our Broadway Musical Styled Shoot Series, beginning with Mamma Mia! and finishing off with Oklahoma! Trust me, you will want to see them all.

Brightly colored papel picado banners in red, blue, yellow, green, and purple hang across a reception space, illuminated by string lights for a festive wedding atmosphere.

Wedding Planner and Designer, Susan Moran of That’s It Wedding Concepts (@thatsitweddingconcepts) executes her vision beautifully with this styled shoot.

Close-up of a teal wedding invitation reading “Maria and Tony,” styled on a rust-colored fabric with delicate floral accents.

Beige wedding sign reading “Choose a seat, not a side, we’re all here for the groom and bride,” displayed with glowing votive candles and warm tones.

The simplicity of the invitations and signage provided by Persnickety Invitation Studio (@persnicketyinc) add subtle, yet personal detail to the tablespaces.

Close-up of a vibrant yellow wedding cake adorned with bold blue, orange, and yellow sugar flowers and intricate hand-painted floral designs.

Three-tier yellow wedding cake decorated with colorful sugar flowers, red ruffles, and intricate green and orange patterns inspired by Latin design.

Full view of a vibrant yellow wedding cake with cascading blue and yellow flowers, surrounded by candles and decor inspired by West Side Story.

This three-tiered wedding cake by Sweet Confections Cakes (@sweetconfectionscakes) represents the Broadway hit sensation by incorporating all the elements of color and culture.

Wedding tablescape featuring copper charger plates, yellow napkins, and a vibrant floral centerpiece with verona orange orange roses and blue blooms.

Reception table with bright verona sunset orange and blue florals beneath papel picado banners, styled with copper mugs and teal linens for a festive celebration.

Close-up of a wedding centerpiece with verona sunset orange roses, green hydrangeas, yellow billy balls, and blue delphinium in a hammered copper vase.

The tablescape yields different hues, from orange to blue to green. The copper mugs and charger plates add a nice finishing touch to bring it all together.

Decor, tables, chairs, etc.: A to Z Event Rentals (a_to_Z_event_rentals) Linens: Special Occasions Collection (@specialoccasionscollection)

Bartender pouring a margarita into a glass with a chili-salt rim beside a cocktail sign reading “Marga-Heat-A,” featuring tequila, lime, and jalapeño.

Close-up of bite-sized appetizers topped with tomato chutney and microgreens, arranged on a blue plate over a rich red tablecloth.

Plated shrimp skewers garnished with edible flowers and herbs, served with a spicy dipping sauce on a white rectangular dish.

The Hilton Harrisburg's catering package is customizable and full of artfully made and delicious choices.

Bride in a white satin gown holding a colorful bouquet beneath papel picado banners, surrounded by vibrant floral table décor inspired by Latin wedding traditions.

Bride in a modern satin gown and lace veil smiling while holding a vivid bouquet of orange and blue blooms under festive papel picado banners.

Close-up of a wedding bouquet featuring Verona sunset orange roses, blue delphinium, yellow billy balls, and greenery, captured against teal table linens.

It's hard to miss the vibrant, Verona sunset orange flowers that adorn the Jeffrey's Flowers (@jeffreys_flowers) floral arrangements decorating the tables and complimenting the bride and groom.

Bride’s white gown and lace veil draped over her arm as she holds a cascading bouquet of orange, blue, and yellow florals.

Bride with a braided hairstyle and lace veil glancing over her shoulder beneath colorful papel picado banners at a festive wedding reception.

The lighting was provided by Klock Entertainment (@KlockEntertainment).

Bride in a modern white dress gracefully holding her lace veil while displaying a bright bouquet of orange and blue flowers under papel picado décor.

The bride wore her curls in a relaxed, braided half up half down hairstyle. Her bold red lipstick perfectly matched the groom's jacket. Chantell Zimmerman (@illuminating_.styles) was the artist behind all the bridal glam.

Posh Bridal (@poshbridallanc) outdid themselves with this wedding gown. Styling the bride in this gorgeously layered, A-line wedding dress.

Bride and groom standing side by side with a bold bouquet of verona sunset orange roses and blue florals against colorful Latin-inspired wedding décor.

Joyful bride and groom sharing a laugh under colorful papel picado banners with a bright floral cake in the background.

Groom smiling in a red paisley jacket accented with an orange and blue boutonniere, seated among colorful wedding table décor.

Close-up of a groom’s boutonniere with orange rose, blue delphinium, and yellow billy ball on a red paisley suit jacket.

Artist painting a live wedding portrait of the couple on canvas, with colorful papel picado banners and a bright floral cake in the background.

Hiring a live wedding painter is becoming increasingly popular. Anton Paints (@antonpaints) is a luxury wedding + bridal painter that specializes in providing a one-of-a-kind keepsake of your big day.

Bride in a white gown with two bridesmaids in gold dresses standing beneath colorful papel picado banners at a fiesta-inspired wedding reception.

Bride and her bridesmaids sharing a joyful laugh under festive papel picado banners, surrounded by bright floral centerpieces and teal table linens.

The neutral bridesmaids dresses, provided by Taylored for You (@tayloredforyou), add just the right amount of sparkle.

Groom in a red patterned jacket twirls the bride in her white gown during a lively dance under colorful papel picado wedding decorations.

Bride in a white dress and groom in a black shirt with red jacket draped over his shoulder walking hand in hand through a bright hallway, smiling at each other.

Creative Vendor Team Behind the Magic

Photographer: Emerald Stone Photography | @emeraldstonellc

Glam: Illuminating Styles | @illuminating_.styles

Bridal Gowns/Bridesmaid Dresses: Taylored For You | @tayloredforyou + Posh Bridal | @poshbridallanc

Wedding Design and Concept: That's It! Wedding Concepts | @thatsitweddingconcepts

Live Painter: Anton Paints | @anton_paints

Venue: Hilton Harrisburg | @hiltonhbg

Cake: Sweet Confections Cakes | @SweetConfectionsCakes

Lighting: Klock Entertainment | @KlockEntertainment

Florals: Jeffreys Flowers | @Jeffreys_Flowers

Invitations/Stationary: Persnickety Invitation Studio | @persnicketyinc

Rentals: A to Z Event Rental | @A_To_Z_Event_Rentals

Linens: Special Occasions Collection | @Specialoccasionscollection

Warm Terracotta & Vibrant Hues For This West Side Story Inspired Wedding

Creative Vendor Team Behind the Magic

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