As she looks toward the future, Pollio is refining her brand to reflect her evolution— still rooted in Vermont, but with a broader design sensibility shaped by years of experience.“ I’ m ready for the next chapter, focusing one-of-akind events(‘ Glamping,’ weddings, the big build outs, and the unique challenges) – but I’ m also drawn to simpler things that are done exceptionally well.”
That balance of luxury and authenticity— refined but real— has become her signature. And nowhere does it shine more brightly than in Vermont’ s winter months, when candlelight bounces off snowdrifts and the air hums with quiet magic.“ Don’ t underestimate
Vermont in December,” says Pollio,“ when the snow falls and the mountains go still and the whole world feels intimate. You can’ t buy that – but you can come experience it.”
Anna’ s Blooms
East Dorset, Vermont annasblooms. com
In East Dorset, Anna Johansen captures the visual poetry of connection and shared personal experience through her distinct and compelling floral arrangements. Her studio, Anna’ s Blooms, sits on the same hillside where she grew up— a place of evocative natural splendor that embodies the spirit of every arrangement she creates. Her work serves as a narrative encapsulation of love, memory, and seasonal spirit, translated into vivid floral textures and colors.
Anna believes that flowers tell incredible stories. She adds:“ They can reflect a moment in time, a mood, or a feeling.” For her, floral design isn’ t about trends or templates. It’ s about distilling the essence of a couple’ s story. Anna’ s path towards her career as a floral designer began in the hills and valleys of Southern Vermont. She grew up surrounded by flowers, and she found herself captivated by how they could transform a space or a mood. After studying Landscape Architecture and Visual Studies at Cornell University, she spent several years working for landscape architec-
An Elegant Marriage of Vermont Victorian & Modern European Style
The Cobble House, on a secluded hillside above the White River, is the perfect setting for exceptional boutique weddings. With stunning mountain views, unique indoor / outdoor spaces, and a staff dedicated to customizing your special day. Our four-season retreat offers a full range of amenities and lodging for a truly romantic Vermont experience.
47 Cobble House Road, Gaysville, Vermont | www. thecobblehouse. com | 802-216-8866 | info @ thecobblehouse. com
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