The Benefits of Investing in Higher-Priced Chair Rentals

November 2, 2023 Alyssa Ayala

Utilizing low-cost white folding chairs at your wedding can detract significantly from the sophistication and elegance you desire on your special day. It's important to recognize that the choice of seating plays a crucial role in setting the tone for the entire event. When you opt for these inexpensive chairs, your wedding aesthetic may suffer, creating a visual discord that feels jarring and out of place. Despite investing in quality linens, stunning floral centerpieces, and fine china, the mismatch with cheap, generic seating can undermine the overall ambiance you're striving to achieve.

Incorporating subpar seating reminiscent of low-budget events not only cheapens the visual appeal but also impacts the perceived quality of your wedding. Guests might perceive the use of these chairs as a compromise on quality, leading to a less-than-impressive impression of your celebration. To elevate the atmosphere and ensure your wedding exudes elegance and sophistication, it is well worth the extra investment to opt for higher-priced chair rentals. By choosing chairs that complement the overall theme and ambiance, you can create a seamless, aesthetically pleasing experience for both you and your guests, leaving a lasting impression of elegance and refinement.

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.

Fall Wedding Decor Ideas

October 25, 2023 Alyssa Ayala

Fall weddings offer the unique opportunity to blend rustic charm with elegant simplicity, creating an ambiance that is both cozy and chic.

In the upcoming sections, we will explore practical and stylish fall wedding decor ideas. From seasonal centerpieces to various ways to feature fall foliage, these suggestions will inspire you to incorporate the essence of fall into your wedding celebration.

Whether you love the look of greenery garlands on long reception tables, or wild and lush arrangements displayed throughout your venue, you can’t go wrong with this trending wedding decor.

Decorating With Candles For Your Wedding

September 24, 2023 Alyssa Ayala

When it comes to creating the perfect ambiance for your wedding, every detail matters. From the flowers that adorn the aisle to the color scheme of the tablecloths, each element plays a vital role in shaping the atmosphere of your special day. Among these, one item stands out for its timeless charm and ability to add a touch of enchantment – candles.

Whether you love the look of greenery garlands on long reception tables, or wild and lush arrangements displayed throughout your venue, you can’t go wrong with this trending wedding decor.

Colorful Al Fresco Wedding at Ruth Bancroft Gardens

April 30, 2023 Alyssa Ayala

In the heart of April, Sarah and Garry married at Walnut Creek’s Ruth Bancroft Gardens, an immaculately landscaped property planted with numerous species of cacti, succulents, and drought-tolerant plants from all around the world.

The gravel garden path leading towards Ruth’s Folly was lined with wooden bentwood chairs, arranged meticulously to follow the evolving curves of the adjacent garden beds. Guests selected their seats in the asymmetrical rows and eagerly awaited the ceremony’s beginning.

Following the ceremony, the celebration continued in the sun-dappled shade of Ruth Bancroft Gardens’ Eucalyptus Grove. Round reception tables were surrounded with natural wooden chairs, and the tabletops were covered with colorful floral bud vase groupings, lovingly crafted by Sarah and her bridesmaids. Guests were presented with a delectable, organic, farm-to-table, family-style dinner during the al fresco dinner reception.

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.

Parisian Bride Brings French Fashion to Her California Wedding

September 16, 2022 Alyssa Ayala

All the way from the heart of Paris, Alex and Emily worked with Pacific Engagements to plan their wedding celebration where their roots were firmly planted, in the sun-soaked Bay Area of California. Choosing the historic Claremont Hotel in Berkeley as the backdrop for their special day, Alex and Emily embraced the charm and elegance of the picturesque setting. The sprawling estate, with its panoramic views of the Bay Area, provided a stunning setting for their wedding.

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.

30 Coral Wedding Decor Ideas We Are Obsessed With

January 30, 2019 Alyssa Ayala

If you’re as obsessed with trending wedding colors as we are, then you must be just as excited that Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2019 is Living Coral. It’s bold. It’s fun. It’s playful, feminine, and warm - all in one.

Looking for creative ways to use coral in your wedding decor? Find inspiration below covering unique bridal bouquet designs, bold ceremony backdrops, and even some food and drink ideas.

Must-Try Wedding Greenery Decor Ideas

November 13, 2018 Alyssa Ayala

Decorating weddings with flowers is not for everyone. Not all brides and grooms desire vibrant color palettes for weddings and instead are looking for alternative, more subtle floral decor. Using solely greenery as wedding decor has been a beautiful game-changer for how to make your wedding look put-together, but not over-the-top. Greenery is a great way to have an organic wedding aesthetic while giving off elegant vibes, simultaneously.

Whether you love the look of greenery garlands on long reception tables, or wild and lush arrangements displayed throughout your venue, you can’t go wrong with this trending wedding decor.

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