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There’s a version of wedding planning that focuses heavily on the visual side of the day. The palette. The rentals. The tablescape. The aesthetic choices that photograph beautifully. Those things absolutely matter. But they are not usually what guests remember most. Guest experience is built on comfort, flow, and logistics. It’s subtle when done well […]
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There’s a version of wedding planning that focuses heavily on the visual side of the day. The palette. The rentals. The tablescape. The aesthetic choices that photograph beautifully. Those things absolutely matter. But they are not usually what guests remember most. Guest experience is built on comfort, flow, and logistics. It’s subtle when done well […]

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The toast portion of the night is one of my favorite parts of the wedding. It centers it back to the couple and the special people that support them. There are some safe guards though to make sure the toast portion of the evening doesn’t detract and we loose momentum. I strongly recommend limiting toasts […]

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Veils give you that iconic bridal feeling. They’re the final touch added right before you say yes to the dress, the moment meant to seal the experience and make it all feel real. When a dress stylist wants to shift you fully into bride mode, the veil is what they reach for. The biggest thing […]

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Your dog will always be my favorite guest at your wedding! I think I see more dogs at weddings than I do children in Seattle. We are a dog city! For many couples, pets are part of the family, so it makes sense to consider including them on the wedding day. While having your dog […]

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Majority of my weddings will take place at a non-denominational venue, typically where the evening reception is also located. This is definitely more of a regional trend because I am from the Bible Belt and church ceremonies still have a strong presence in that part of the country. Here in Washington, only about five percent […]

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Vendor Team Planner: @prologue_eventsPhotographer: @thecardinals.coVenue: @naturebridgePhotobooth: @pacificshutterbugStaffing: @premierstaffingseattleBar: @barventures.coDj: @lollinhardRentals: Kitsap event rentalsCake: @middlenamebaking.coHair: @hairandmakeupbyjocelyndechenneMakeup: @lizkellerman.muaPhone: @vintagevoicemails All photos by @thecardinals.co NatureBridge is one of my favorite venues in the PNW area because your event directly supports youth science programs that connect kids with the outdoors. Your wedding quite literally gives back. Add the summer camp vibe, waterfront cabins, and a property filled with moss […]

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When couples start building their bar menu, one of the most popular choices is beer and wine with the addition of signature cocktails. It gives your guests something elevated without the cost of a full bar, and it strikes that perfect balance between thoughtful hospitality and responsible budgeting. You still offer a cocktail experience, but […]

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One of the early questions couples face during planning is whether or not to invite children to their wedding. There is no right or wrong answer here. It is all about your comfort, your vision, and the experience you want to create for your guests. As a planner who has worked hundreds of weddings, I […]

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Vendor Team Planning & Design: @prologue_events Photography: @intodustphotography Getting Ready Venue: @themajesticinnandspa Ceremony & Reception Venue: @hopeislandbeachclub Florist: @le.souci.floral Officiant: @anotheronetiestheknot Catering: @theskagittable Bartending: @tipsytrailerllc Rentals: @cortpartyrental & @bbjtavola Jewelry: @eragem Apparel: @indochino @theblacktux Music: @afrojeniceseattle Cake: @cakeandcrumble.pnw Invitations: @tog.ink Videography: @bogleproductions All photos in this post are by Into Dust Photography. A June […]