Real Wedding Lily + Boe

This would be our all-time DIY Wedding. What Lily + Boe created for their August  2015 wedding at their home was truly marvelous. In the midst of building their dream home, welcoming their daughter, nothing seemed like a better time than to plan a wedding. From their patio with lights to creating a beautiful ceremony spot on their property along with their handcrafted arbor piece, these two truly thought of everything. From their stunning wood bar to their DIY photobooth backdrop, no detail was left undone.

We loved how attention to detail Lily was in every aspect of her wedding. It was those special touches that truly made their wedding very memorable.

Vendors
Wedding Planner: Elegant Affairs
Venue: Private Home in Graham
Photographer: Sapphire Events
Caterer: Flying Tomato
DJ: Skip Ferguson
Officiant Janine Goehle 

Real Wedding: Kallen + Tino

This wedding was truly a first, I didn't meet the bride and groom until wedding day. Yes, you heard me correctly.

It was the bride's mother who hired me after a recommendation of her older daughter Megan whom I knew as one of her advisers while she was at Washington State University.

Hiring me only a few months before the wedding, our main job was to make this wedding vision come to life and that's just we did. We loved this black and yellow color scheme from the attire, sunflowers, linens, cake and decor.

Our favorite parts of the night were the popcorn bar, the record guest book and the photo booth.

Vendors
Wedding Planner: Elegant Affairs
Venue: The Hollywood Schoolhouse
Photographer: Lindsey Bettencourt
Cake: Hilcrest Bakery
Hair: Tiffany Singer
Transportation: British Motor Coach
Flowers: Safeway

A Winter Sneak Peak

Although we’re in the sweet, colorful throes of fall (and we love it), it’s always fun to take a look ahead at what’s to come as the winter months creep up. Don’t let the drop in temperature fool you; winter is the perfect setting for a cozy, warm, and intimate wedding. Here is what we’re going to see in the future months of December and January.

Silver, white, gold. Instead of basing your color pallet off of holiday colors such as reds and greens, expand your horizons a little bit more into something sporting a modern feel. We’re going see neutral colors that are anything but dull in winter 2017; creamy champagnes offset by gold accents, stark white paired with silver, and ivory hues with a splash of bold navy blues and a bit of sparkle are all going to be well in season.

Photo by Corliss Photography

Photo by Corliss Photography

Full flowers. This winter we’re hoping to embrace the fuller flower look. Consider a flower like hydrangeas; full, easy to display, and a variety of beautiful colors to choose from. White hydrangeas are sure to make an appearance this winter.

Formal. After experiencing more of a casual theme during the summers of 2015 and 2016, this winter is hoping to reintroduce the idea of white tie. Formalwear is sure to be seen as the winter months approach. Clean tuxedos and long gowns will be a refreshing reintroduction to old Hollywood glamour and elegance.

Photo by Fred Calma Photography

Warm drinks. Hot chocolate and apple cider are always a safe go-to choice for the cold winter months, but this year we’re hoping to see weddings break out of the box a little with their beverages of choice. Consider a new twist on these classic drinks; white hot chocolate and mulled wine are delicious alternatives to keeping your guests feeling cozy and toasty the whole night through.

Photo by Corliss Photography

Vintage. If you’re looking for a style to embrace this winter, it’s vintage. We’re talking classic and elegant vintage! Adding furnishings such as a restored armoire or 1940’s velvet couch will showcase this theme. Even leaving the armoire the way it is without restoring it will add a rugged vintage look that you can play up with lace and/or candles.

No season should be left out when you’re deciding which will host your big day, but winter especially shouldn’t be ruled out immediately. There are so many creative and beautiful ways to arrange a winter event! This is only a glimpse of what’s to come in 2017!