Paris + Elopement + New Years Eve + The most captivating couple around = R.O.M.A.N.C.E. What more is there to say? Genesis and Kevin, the stunning and oh-so-in-love couple in today’s Real Wedding, had started planning a large traditional wedding, but soon felt like they were losing sight of their main priority- that their wedding day would be all about their commitment and their love- so out went the traditional wedding, and in came a […]
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Real Weddings- Rachael and David
What fun! This backyard barbecue wedding was submitted to us by the bride and groom and I can’t get enough of all their creative details, fabulous photos and the family involvement that brought the day to life! Rachael and David were married in May in a traditional Catholic ceremony at the beautiful, historic San Buena Ventura Mission in Ventura, CA, and Heather Jagger of Jagger Photography was there to capture every special moment. After the […]
Real Weddings- Megan and Kevin
Megan and Kevin, both passionate readers and learners, couldn’t have picked a more perfect location for their wedding- the new and architecturally stunning Downtown Seattle Central Library. It’s a location close to their hearts, and it set the tone for the rest of their ultra-personal and creative wedding, photographed by Cheri Pearl Photography. The bright tones of the flowers at the Pike Place Market were a long time inspiration for Megan, so she worked with […]
Real Weddings- Stacey and Andrew
Stacey and Andrew were married on a sunny spring day last April in San Clemente, California, in a wedding that was creative, romantic, and fun! Their goal was to really incorporate aspects of their personal style into the day so their guests got a feeling of who they were, from beginning to end. The day was full of friends and laid back fun, and photographers Amelia and Justin Lyon from Amelia Lyon Photography were there […]
Real Weddings- Joanne and Jaime
Joanne and Jaime’s wedding was a brilliant combination of traditional and contemporary. They created a sacred and intimate focus on their marriage ceremony and the faith it represented to them, as well as a laid back and fun energy for their modern, urban-chic wedding reception. An unforgettable combination! The day began as the women got ready at the ultra hip Hotel 1000, and the men met up with them for a fun photo session around […]
Real Weddings- Tanya and Mark
Tanya and Mark were married overlooking the beaches of Martinique outside of Halifax, Nova Scotia at a small, intimate wedding surrounded by their closest family and friends. Mark’s mother Ruth and aunt Nora took on all the planning so that the couple could relax and enjoy the day, and Belathee Photography was there to capture it all in style. They chose a simple ceremony on the grass, next to a single large tree, overlooking the […]
Real Weddings- Grace and Raj
Today’s Real Wedding is sure to warm your heart and wow your eyes! It’s an intimate family celebration full of incredible opulence and sweet, sweet sentiment, and we just couldn’t love it any more! The beautiful bride is Grace, mother of Southern California event planner Angel Swanson of Events of Love and Splendor. When Grace and Raj were planning their big day, their goal was to really treasure a luxurious, joy-filled night with their families […]
Real Weddings- Quynh and Charlie
Happy Friday! We’re loving today’s ultra-mod and ultra-stylish Real Wedding photographed by Bradley Hanson. It’s the perfect inspiration to start off a beautiful summer weekend! Quynh and Charlie wanted a wedding that felt like a party instead of a traditional event, so they chose to hold their celebration at the scenic Olympic Sculpture Park in Downtown Seattle. Quynh’s dear friend from childhood happens to be Heather van Breda, the owner of Real Card Studio, so […]
Real Weddings- Jeff and Michelle
Michelle and Jeff were married at one of our favorite places in the world, the magical Stone Manor in the hills of Malibu, California. With the help of talented wedding coordinator Cassandra Santor, wonderful photographer Roberto Valenzuela, and many other passionate wedding pros, they hosted a celebration that is a joy for us to share with you. Get ready! Michelle was radiant in her Monique Lhuillier wedding dress, and the spectacular setting over looking the […]
Real Weddings- Eliza and Steve
I absolutely love it when we get to feature the wedding of a friend, and today is one of those lucky days! The lovely Eliza (a talented Seattle wedding photographer) married her sweetheart Steve just last month, and it was a day filled with friends, family, fun, and a whole lot of the Seattle wedding community! Eliza and Steve were amazingly thoughtful in their wedding planning choices, wanting an event that was simple, authentic, and with a […]