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Suncadia Resort: A Wedding Defined by Rain and Resilience

August 14, 2024 Alyssa Ayala

In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Beau and Katy’s wedding at Suncadia Resort combined the unexpected with the unforgettable. Originally from the Midwest, they chose Suncadia for its breathtaking beauty. The ceremony at The Lookout, with views of the Cle Elum River and Cascade Mountains, set a majestic backdrop for their vows. Despite rain and high winds, the couple embraced the storm, creating a poignant and moving celebration. Their resilience and love were highlighted by a rainbow during their first dance, symbolizing the beauty that can emerge from life’s challenges.

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In REAL WEDDINGS Tags washington weddings, mountain weddings, washington wedding venues, seattle wedding venues, seattle weddings, outdoor weddings, hotel and resort weddings, summer weddings
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How to Achieve the Perfect Room Flip in Your Wedding Venue

October 31, 2023 Alyssa Ayala

Some wedding venue spaces lend themselves to be the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony, as well as the optimal space for your wedding reception. Deciding to have both segments of your wedding day occur in the same area requires some additional logistical planning to achieve a smooth room flip. The term wedding room flip refers to the transitional period between the moment your ceremony commences and when your guests are invited back into the space to sit down for dinner.

Our planners recommend that if your wedding ceremony and reception will be taking place in the same space, all of the reception tables therefore need to be pre-set with all table setting components beforehand. That means covering the tables with tablecloths and table runners and setting plates, cutlery, glassware, napkins, table numbers, name cards, favors, candle votives, and floral arrangements into position. The reception tables should look like they are ready to sit at, minus the seating.

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In BEHIND THE SCENES Tags wedding reception decor ideas, wedding ceremony decor ideas, wedding advice, wedding production, washington wedding venues, seattle wedding venues, seattle weddings, how to
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Monochrome Winter Wedding at Seattle’s SODO Park

November 25, 2022 Alyssa Ayala

On Cameron and Jaylen’s crisp winter wedding day, guests bundled in their best ascended the candle-lined stairway before entering the warm, industrial foyer of SODO Park. Upon entering the venue, guests then walked through the tied-back ivory drapes which led them to the cozy, candle-lit ceremony space. The front of the ceremony was defined by an asymmetric pair of free-standing floral-covered columns, consisting of baby's breath, white roses, dried grasses, and lunaria.

Hanging bistro lights dangled gracefully above the ceremony space, creating a canopy of illumination that cast a warm and romantic glow over the entire scene. The soft, golden light from above was mirrored by the aisle lined with hundreds of ivory pillar candles within clear glass hurricane vases. The soft flicker of candlelight illuminated the path, casting a soft, intimate ambiance that seemed to come alive with every step. The candles, in their varying heights, added depth to the atmosphere, creating a sense of intimacy to the setting for the couple to exchange their vows.

Following the ceremony, guests were invited to indulge in an assortment of hors d’oeuvres and cocktails in the adjacent room while the ceremony space was transformed into an industrial monochrome wedding dinner reception. Long exposed wood reception tables lined the center of the venue, surrounded by round tables covered in white table linens. These tables were adorned with flickering candlelight and plumes of playful baby’s breath, creating a rustic yet elegant ambiance. At the front of the room, the bride and groom sat at their candle-lit, rustic sweetheart table facing their wedding guests so they could fully witness and take in the special gathering.

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In REAL WEDDINGS Tags seattle weddings, seattle wedding venues, wedding reception decor ideas, wedding ceremony decor ideas, washington weddings, washington wedding venues, winter weddings
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Why We Love the Manor House Wedding Venue

July 23, 2022 Alyssa Ayala

The Manor House on Bainbridge is an exquisite and picturesque wedding venue, nestled in the heart of Bainbridge Island, a charming town known for its scenic beauty and historic charm. This Seattle destination wedding venue provides an idyllic setting for couples seeking a romantic, relaxing setting for their wedding celebrations. The venue offers a sense of seclusion and tranquility, creating a perfect getaway location for couples and their guests. Because the venue resides in the sleepy beach town of Pleasant Beach Village, guests are easily able to make lodging reservations in one of the many suites at The Inn.

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In PLANNING ADVICE Tags seattle wedding venues, washington wedding venues, washington weddings, waterfront weddings
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Waterfront Wedding At The Woodmark Hotel

March 24, 2022 Alyssa Ayala

Katie and Brandon’s wedding at The Woodmark Hotel was an absolute dream. From private boat charters on Lake Washington for guests to enjoy to a live painter capturing their ceremony space in an acrylic medium, this Lake Washington wedding has stolen our hearts.

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In REAL WEDDINGS Tags wedding reception decor ideas, wedding ceremony decor ideas, outdoor weddings, tented weddings, waterfront weddings, seattle weddings, seattle wedding venues, al fresco weddings, boat weddings, hotel and resort weddings, summer weddings, washington wedding venues
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Boho Sikh Wedding at Newcastle Golf Club

December 9, 2021 Alyssa Ayala

In the quiet of the morning, guests began arriving at Newcastle Golf Club for the Baraat, the centuries-old Sikh tradition of the bride’s family welcoming the groom upon his arrival. After the excitement, each attendee filed into the Prestwick Terrace, which the bride and groom had arranged to transform into a fully white, monochrome space. The wooden white mandap, adorned with sheer white fabric and dried grasses, stood as the focal point in the expansive room. Before it, the couple sat in their matching ivory lehenga and sherwani, and exchanged vows amidst the soothing hymns sung by the priests. The words resonated with the gathered guests, echoing centuries-old traditions and blessings.

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In REAL WEDDINGS Tags tented weddings, seattle weddings, seattle wedding venues, washington wedding venues
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Seattle Courthouse Wedding

August 8, 2020 Alyssa Ayala

As a last-minute decision to still get married on their initial wedding date (since COVID altered their original plans), these newlyweds managed to create a beautiful and sentimental wedding day at the local courthouse. Check out their lovely Seattle Courthouse wedding that is pulling all of our heartstrings.

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In REAL WEDDINGS Tags seattle wedding venues, courthouse weddings, seattle weddings
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Summer Courtyard Wedding In West Seattle

March 5, 2020 Alyssa Ayala

In the picturesque setting of The Hall at Fauntleroy in West Seattle, the lush grass lawn served as the perfect canvas for the outdoor wedding ceremony. The honey wood chairs, with their natural warm tones, were arranged in an orchestra style, gently curved towards the ceremony front, ensuring that every guest had an unobstructed view of the proceedings.

The outdoor courtyard reception welcomed guests with a sense of warmth and elegance. Rectangular reception tables and high cocktail tables were strategically placed, providing spaces for guests to gather and celebrate. Adorned with all-white table settings, the tables’ focal points were the vibrant, colorful centerpieces. Mustard, cream, and pink hues added the essence of spring and romanticism.

The combination of the natural wood tones from the chairs with the flowers’ warm mustard and ivory hues created a visually stunning, fresh, and harmonious palette. The result was a celebration that felt relaxed and undeniably romantic, making everyone who attended forget that they were in Seattle, and instead felt as if they were dining in a European villa.

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In DESIGN IDEAS Tags washington wedding venues, seattle weddings, seattle wedding venues, al fresco weddings, summer weddings, fall weddings, outdoor weddings
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Metropolist Seattle Wedding

December 1, 2019 Alyssa Ayala

Alicia and Josh’s Seattle wedding in SODO at the industrial Metropolist wedding venue.

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In REAL WEDDINGS Tags seattle weddings, seattle wedding venues, indoor weddings, industrial weddings
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Columbia Collective Wedding

September 19, 2019 Alyssa Ayala

“We met during our senior year of college and finally, he got brave and asked me on a real dinner date. I was very reluctant to go, but my roommate encouraged me to go just see how it went. Well, within 5 minutes of that dinner, I completely fell in love with him and we have basically been inseparable since…”

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In REAL WEDDINGS Tags outdoor weddings, winery weddings, seattle weddings, seattle wedding venues
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