We’ve seen a lot of incredible venues in our time, and this 16th Street Station wedding is one of our new favorites! This historic train station in West Oakland, which was once the last stop on the trans-continental railway and the home of the first African American union in the country, has an industrial elegance that’s nearly impossible to describe in words. Luckily, Keely of The Montoya Collective was there to capture every inch of Denai and Ian’s […]
Wedding Ideas: Historic Venue Wedding
Breathtaking Florence Destination Wedding at Villa Gamberaia
Upscale rustic charm and chic style made Kara and Andrew’s destination wedding at Villa Gamberaia one to remember. The couple returned to Florence for a multiple-day celebration with their guests that included walks around the romantic streets of Florence and concluded with their elegant wedding at the villa. VB Events set up the Kara and Andrew’s ceremony in the long, stone-enclosed courtyard and brought nature indoors for their ballroom reception that featured simple greenery, pillar candles, and wood accents, […]
This Victorian-Inspired Twin Oaks House & Garden Estate Wedding Will Make You Want to Go Antique
The Victorian feel of Julia and Ryan’s wedding at Twin Oaks House & Garden Estate was nothing short of incredible. The grandeur of the venue was swoon-worthy on its own but the magic of this wedding was in the curated details, such as the couple’s cameo cake topper, wedding newspapers, framed photos, and antique book centerpieces. Lois Mathews Design finished off the table designs with overflowing greenery and roses to match the rose arches located in the venue’s lush […]
This Couple Fell in Love with the Historic Charm of Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm and You Will Too
It was serendipitous that Emma and Zach found Spencer-Peirce-Little-Farm on a bike ride while they were dating because it was the perfect backdrop for their vintage-inspired wedding! Chive Events combined the couple’s love of vintage vibes and earthy floral arrangements to add both subtle color and texture to the lawns where both the ceremony and reception took place. And the couple focused on honoring the people they love and the places they came from with local foods, craft […]
This Autumnal Cambo Estate Wedding Has the Most Epic Ceremony Exit
Ruth and Neil’s Cambo Estate wedding was nothing short of incredible and truly embraced laid-back elegance while showcasing the unparalleled beauty of autumn in Scotland. The couple held their ceremony inside the estate and opted for a woodland wonderland-inspired reception with a clear marquee tent nestled in the woods, which created a beautiful juxtaposition between events. Myrtle & Bracken brought Ruth’s love for florals to life with autumn-inspired arrangements and foliage that softened the look but didn’t overwhelm […]
Positively Lovely French Chateau Wedding at Domaine de Ribaute
Silje and Julian gave us all the timeless elegance our hearts could take in their sophisticated outdoor wedding at Domaine de Ribaute. The small medieval village in the South of France was the most romantic setting for a weekend-long celebration that included a small ceremony beneath the canopy of centuries-old trees, a poolside cocktail hour, and a reception dinner party with a sparkler-lit first dance that was too perfect for words. The bride was a total […]
Timeless Got a Chic Update in This Yale Union Wedding
Lauren and Jon made classic look totally chic in their Portland wedding at Yale Union. The white-washed interior of the historic arts building made the couple’s burgundy and emerald green color palette pop brilliantly and offered a subtle industrial-chic vibe to the otherwise elegant look. Their ceremony and reception decor were focused on Christmas-inspired greenery and the prettiest red and pink roses arranged by Edelweiss Floral Co.. Lauren’s two-piece sweater and skirt ensemble from BHLDN also played with a […]
Sun-Kissed Cathedral Park Wedding in Portland, OR
This Cathedral Park wedding proves that, yes, you can get married under a bridge and, yes, it will be spectacular! Elise and John were so sure of the iconic St. John’s Bridge location that they camped outside in freezing weather for over 20 hours just to get the reservation. But we’d say it was worth the wait! After exchanging vows, they headed for a reception at The Colony St. John’s, which is a cozy, mid-century venue that was […]
This Couple Left No Detail Untouched for Their Santo Domingo Wedding at Zona Colonial
We have a huge soft spot for couples that DIY their entire wedding, and this Zona Colonial wedding in the Dominican Republic is proof positive why! Gina, who owns the Los Plebeyos design studio, made literally every detail of this wedding with her work partner and Fernando, the groom. While Fernando took care of all the woodwork details, Gina painted signs, designed floral arrangements, crafted paper goods, personalized two leather jackets, and turned the Spanish-style patio venue into […]
Enchanting Industrial Tulsa Wedding at The Pearl District Building
The romance was palpable in Mackenzie and Rob’s Tulsa wedding at The Pearl District Building. The couple used the dark, industrial venue to create the overall vibe, and added only minimal greenery and candles to round out the enchanting feel. Their floral designer, Choctaw Florist, incorporated the prettiest touches of blush and red into the bouquets and boutonnieres, which add just enough color against the brown brick and black metalwork of the space. Mary Fencl Events did a fantastic […]