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Laidback Multi-Day Bread Bar Wedding

November 28, 2022 | justine

Victoria and Max wanted to take their favorite people on a literal trip down memory lane by hosting a wedding weekend at the places most significant to them. The pair also wanted their celebration to feel like an intimate night in with friends or a laid-back gathering with family for the holidays. Choosing a quaint bakery turned cocktail bar–one they considered their home away from home–as the setting for their big day, their multi-day Bread Bar wedding was exactly how they envisioned it. 

To kick off their wedding weekend of nostalgia, they hosted their welcome party at their favorite restaurant. The following day, with the pair dressed to the nines, they headed to the iconic Bread Bar for a romantic and ethereal porch ceremony. Delicate florals and candles lined the aisle, while towering trees and mountains made for a breathtaking backdrop. Using the same space for a cozy reception, their small group wined and dined under the warm glow of string lights.

Their laid-back bash truly was the epitome of a relaxed and easygoing celebration, but it also featured beautiful details of an elegant affair. If you and your partner love the idea of a carefree yet stunning extended celebration, scroll through these gorgeous images captured by Mimi McCormick.

The Couple:

Victoria and Max

The Wedding:

Bread Bar, Colorado, United States

Why A Multi-Day Bread Bar Wedding

Choosing our venue was extremely easy. We’ve been going to Bread Bar since our second date. It’s been our home away from home in the mountains. It’s nestled in a quiet mountain town, with a train still running nearby to an adjacent town. It’s felt like a place out of a fairy tale for us since we first started going, and many of our guests agreed with the sentiment. As far as decor goes, we relied heavily on the aesthetic of our venue. Our welcome party venue was at our favorite restaurant, which evokes the feeling of prairie living and the old west. While our wedding venue is in an old mining town that was at one time the town’s general store, now converted into a cocktail bar.

Their Multi-Day Bread Bar Wedding Was A Literal Trip Down Memory Lane

We wanted our nearest and dearest to experience our relationship–like what a normal date night for us would be (i.e., going to our favorite restaurant, which iswhere we hosted our welcome party). We also took our guests to the place we had our second date for our ceremony.  It’s a place we’ve returned to repeatedly afterward, and it feels like a second home to us. We wanted to share those personal moments between us with the people that matter most to us.

Their Ceremony Was Tailored To Showcase Their Love Story

For the ceremony, our officiant is a very good friend of ours and took the role incredibly seriously. He interviewed our guests before the big day to learn more about our relationship. He recounted memories from our past and humorous anecdotes of our formative years, taking our guests and us through the history of our lives. We succeeded in keeping the ceremony short but memorable. We allowed our guests and ourselves to enjoy the day and focus on what mattered most to us—being together in one of our favorite places.

Advice: Don’t Overthink Things And Try To Savor Every Moment

Don’t worry about the details. You’ll thank yourself if you intentionally don’t get lost in the weeds. You won’t remember who your great aunt was next to or the liquor selection served at cocktail hour. But you will remember how you felt, so choose to bask in the joy of it all and leave the stress of the logistics behind. We recommend going with your gut when making decisions about the day and simply appreciating the anticipation that comes with preparing for your marriage.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Mimi McCormick
Ceremony Venue – Bread Bar
Party Venue – Wildflower at the LifeHouse Hotel 
Floral Design – Bustle & Bloom Co
Catering – Carrera’s Tacos
Invitation Design – Michelle Chow
Makeup Artist – Mariah Gallegos
Hair Styling – Antonia Garcia
Wedding Dress – Maggie Sottero
Bridal Accessories – Ring Concierge
Groom’s Apparel – Indochino
Groom’s Accessories – Taft
Rings – Vrai + Brilliant Earth

 

Congratulations to Victoria and Max on their laidback multi-day Bread Bar wedding. And a big thank you to Mimi McCormick for capturing all the love and beauty of their special day. Like this wedding, a relaxed celebration can still have all the stunning and elegant elements of a formal event. Make it an extended affair, and you’ve got an epic wedding weekend to remember! Make sure your multi-day wedding goes off without a hitch by checking out our planning and budget guides.

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What to Know Before Hiring A Wedding Videographer

November 27, 2022 | kailey

While planning your big day, you probably hear a lot about the importance of hiring a trusted team of wedding vendors. From wedding planners to photographers, there are a lot of people you’ll want to have by your side. But there’s one more key player you shouldn’t skip out on—a wedding videographer. 

Videography is an investment that we think is worth it if you have room in your budget. After all is said and done, your wedding photos and film are what you have to remember your day by, which is why narrowing down your choices of videographers can be overwhelming. That’s where we come in. Whether you’re 100% sold on hiring a videographer for your wedding or still need a little convincing, here’s everything you need to know while you look around. 

Why Should You Be Hiring A Videographer?

Your wedding film brings your special day back to life with just a press of a button. Hit play and you get to relive all those sweet memories over and over again. Sure, wedding photography has a similar ring to it, but having a video to accompany your photos will give you the full experience to look back on. And you can guarantee that between your photographer and videographer, you won’t miss a single moment. 

Wedding Videography Costs And Package Options  

Like with any other wedding vendor, videographers typically have a variety of different offerings to help create the perfect package for you. Packages allow couples to hand-select services that align with your expectations and budget. 

Here are some of the most popular package options you’re likely to see when hiring a videographer:

Trailer/Teaser Film (1-2 min) 

Have you ever watched a movie trailer? This is the same concept, but for your wedding day. Often accompanied later by a short film, this trailer—or teaser film—is created by your videographer while they continue to edit and craft the final product. Some videographers include a teaser video as a part of their package, while others offer it as an add-on.

Highlight Film (3-10 min) 

With many videographers, the highlight film is the final product you will receive. Being one of the most common package choices, this film is non-linear (not necessarily in chronological order) and takes a more modern approach. It’s a three to ten-minute cinematic compilation of the most memorable moments.

Short Film (10-20 min) 

If you decide on a package with a short film, you’ll receive an edited version of your wedding footage that takes a more linear form (in chronological order). This style typically includes a portion of your vows, reception toasts, etc. Depending on how long you book your videographer for, the film may also include getting ready footage, first look footage, and your grand exit.

Same Day Edit (4-10 min) 

Some videographers offer an option to have footage from your wedding edited on the spot and shown during your reception. Though this offering is more difficult to hunt down, it can be a fun surprise for guests on the day of. 

Videography by Vic Rivero Films.

Full-length documentary (30-90 min)

If you are interested in reliving the majority of your big day, this option is for you! Your videographer can create a longer film that includes entire sections of your wedding, like your ceremony. Due to the length, this option is the most like an actual movie of your wedding.

Add-On Options

Most videographers offer à la carte options to receive additional footage from your day. A few popular add-ons include:

  • Full ceremony/reception: edited footage of your wedding ceremony or toasts/speeches during your reception
  • Raw footage: unedited footage from your wedding day
  • Drone aerial coverage
  • Rehearsal dinner coverage
  • Greetings from guests during cocktail hour
  • Trailer film (mentioned above, as an add-on)
  • Love story: similar to an engagement session, this footage is filmed before your wedding day, usually in plain clothes, which may include an interview with you as a couple as well as a lifestyle shoot

Wedding Videographer Styles 

While each videographer puts their own artistic touch on their work, there are a few styles by which most videographers can be categorized. These are the most common styles to look for in your search:

Cinematic 

Cinematic is the most popular style of videographer you’ll find. These films are most like real movies, edited and stylized like cinematic pieces of art—hence the name. There are two main styles within cinematic videography: Modern Abstract and Classic. 

Modern abstract style is characterized by a non-linear approach. These films are created to make the viewer feel something, both in how the footage is arranged and the music used. The footage used in a modern abstract film is more likely to include atmospheric footage, or B-roll, which helps capture the overall mood of the day. Modern abstract films typically use little or no speaking from the day. 

While modern abstract films are almost entirely non-linear, classic cinematic films may provide a stylistic edit of events from the day in between bits of B-roll. While you still feel a sense of the wedding atmosphere, your video will include more intact footage or sound bites of events.

Video Journalistic / Documentary

A video journalistic approach is meant to capture the day as it occurred. This means that your film will include footage of some of your day’s biggest moments while also highlighting the other happenings of the day—getting ready, guests interacting before the ceremony, messages from guests, dancing at the reception, etc.

Storytelling 

A storytelling style relies on sound bites—from the day and recorded at another time—to tell the story of your big day. While music is used to create an emotional reaction in other film types, storytelling uses sound bites for dramatic effect.

Videography by Christopher James Wedding Films.

Super 8 Film 

It comes as no surprise that Super 8 film has taken the wedding world by storm. It gives your film a vintage flair, making it a unique way to set your film apart. Some videographers may use this film to document the entire day or will blend it with modern recording technology for a truly personalized effect. 

Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Videographer 

  1. Do you have open availability on our wedding day? 
  2. How would you describe your videography style?
  3. What packages do you offer?
  4. How many hours of coverage are included in each package? 
  5. Will you be scheduling another wedding for the same day?
  6. What does your cancellation (or rescheduling) process look like?
  7. Do you require a deposit? If so, how much? 
  8. What is your turnaround time? 
  9. How will the film and footage be delivered?
  10. Are you open to editing feedback? 

You’re now equipt with all the knowledge needed for hiring a videographer that matches your desired style, video length, and budget. It’s officially time to start your wedding vendor search. And lucky for you, you’re just one click away from some of the top wedding vendors—including videographers—from around the world.

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Whimsical Garden Portland Backyard Wedding

November 25, 2022 | justine

When your childhood home has manicured gardens and lush landscaping, you don’t have to look very far for the perfect wedding venue. This was true for Dominique and Patrick when they chose to host their big day at their family’s picturesque property in Oregon. And with the combined efforts of all their loved ones, they pulled off a whimsical Portland backyard wedding using a warm color palette, vintage decor, and dreamy florals. 

Surrounded by gorgeous flowers and greenery, the natural beauty of the existing gardenscape provided a stunning ceremony backdrop. Flipping the same space into the perfect reception area, they incorporated an elegant tablescape adorned with vintage accents, low arrangements of garden blooms, and taper candles. The pair elevated the dreamy atmosphere by adding string lights above the alfresco setting.

On top of the enchanting aesthetic, the couple tied everything together with their attire. The bride glowed in a romantic tiered off-the-shoulder floral gown. Meanwhile, the groom brought a modern western touch to the occasion with his brown suit with a bolo tie. 

Packed with fairytale charm and personal touches, you need to see all the stunning details captured by Carmelisse Photography. Scroll down to know exactly what we’re talking about.

The Couple:

Dominicque and Patrick

The Wedding:

Portland, Oregon, United States

How Their Portland Backyard Wedding Came To Be

We had the perfect venue, Patrick’s childhood home in Portland, which had the most charming backyard for the occasion. We wanted a whimsical but elegant garden wedding with a terracotta color palette with touches of gold. We were lucky that Patrick’s parents’ home is naturally so beautiful with its landscaping and flowers, so we just tried to play off that. In addition to the lush greenery, there were incredible sculptures throughout the backyard and used them to mark the altar. Once the ceremony was over, we had everyone move to the upper section of the backyard for the cocktail hour among the beautiful hydrangeas, which made for a naturally beautiful backdrop. We flipped the same space for the reception to have all the tables. On each table, we included a terracotta runner, floral centerpiece, gold candlesticks, and funky vintage frames with the table number that we had thrifted weeks leading up to the wedding. And lastly, I can’t forget that the entire space was under fairy lights that our wedding party helped us hang up the day before. Truly a team effort.

They Had A Sing-Along Surprise During Their Ceremony

Our ceremony perfectly balanced sentimentality and humor, and we felt deeply connected to each other and our community. Whenever I feel ungrateful or frustrated, I think back to our ceremony and know that we’re incredibly fortunate and must be on the right path. At the end of our ceremony, we surprised the guests by singing “Always Be My Baby” by Mariah Carey. Lyrics to the chorus were placed on everyone’s seats, but they didn’t anticipate that I had a karaoke mic with a built-in speaker, and the entire wedding party sang along as we processed down the aisle. It was truly a party once everyone caught on and started to sing along as well.

Advice From The Newlyweds

My number one wedding pet peeve is the combination of low volume and bad mic technique. Making the ceremony inaudible is so frustrating but common so it’s important to ensure that the microphones are loud enough. And our second piece of advice is to remove traditional elements that don’t speak to who you are as a couple and only keep the heartfelt ones. The shorter and more emotionally resonant, the better it is when it comes to the ceremony and the wedding as a whole. Lastly, don’t be afraid to be truly vulnerable and speak from the heart in your vows.

Serving Their Favorite Food And Dessert

The food felt very special and specific to us. Our Filipino caterer, Tambayan, served up some classic dishes. Taqueria Los Puñales, our taco vendor, also made fresh tortillas on the spot. We were adamant about having ice cream since that is our favorite dessert, so we had to have a local ice cream truck, The Mobile Scoop.

They Added A Personal Touch By Singing Along To Their First Dance Song

I loved every part of the dance floor, including our first dance and song. We decided to add our own spin on it and sang Adele’s “Make You Feel My Love” accompanied by our good friend Grant on the piano. It then led into Evelyn “Champagne” King’s “Love Come Down,” played by our incredible DJ Jess The Ripper.

They Successfully Pulled Off A Memorable Portland Backyard Wedding With Help From Their  Loved Ones

I am proud of the DIY aspects and how we pull them off with the help of our family, friends, and wedding party. Everyone pitched in, whether it was setting up tables, chairs, and twinkle lights to squeezing hundreds of limes for our specialty margarita cocktail. It was a team effort, and we felt all those personal touches throughout the day.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Carmelisse Photography
Catering – Tambayan
Taco Vendor – Taqueria Los Puñales
Ice Cream Truck – The Mobile Scoop
DJ – DJ Jess The Ripper

 

Congratulations to Dominique and Patrick on their whimsical garden Portland backyard wedding. And a big thank you to Carmelisse Photography for capturing and sharing this dreamy, inspiration-packed celebration with us.

An open-air affair like this allows for limitless floral and decor ideas for your ceremony and reception. Whether you arrange your wedding in your own backyard or at a garden venue, plan the perfect outdoor wedding of your dreams by checking out our guide to hosting a backyard wedding. 

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