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Fall/Winter 2019
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In our Fall/Winter 2019 issue, you'll find:
Seattle's Best Of 2019
• Florists, caterers, DJs, photographers and more
• Enchanting new gowns
• Grand estates turned venues
• European inspired cakes and florals
Plus the guide to over 500 local wedding experts!
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Perfect for a dreamy Seattle wedding day, these are the hottest gowns in bridal fashion.
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Inspired by the crème de la crème of the French countryside, wedding planners Juliet & Lou dream up a decadent dessert spread—replete with classic gâteaux and more modern delights—that’s sure to transport couples and guests alike.
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Newlyweds and wedding vendors alike have cast their votes: Allow us to present our annual showcase of Seattle Bride’s Best of Bride–winning wedding experts for our region.
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Departments
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UnveiledFor an urban industrial vibe that also appeals to lovers of all things vintage, Rock & Stone Weddings imagined a lavish velvet-inspired spread that says “modern” and “romance,” all in one.
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Bride IdeasNestled on the shores of Penn Cove, an inlet that sits at the midway point of Whidbey Island, is Captain Whidbey Inn.
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Bride IdeasGlamorous, chic and utterly exclusive, Kirkland-based Nyanza Bridal is the new go-to bridal boutique for high-end wedding couture and gowns.
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Bride IdeasIn the heart of Wallingford sits a little spot that wedding dreams are made of.
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Bride IdeasWhen Karly Williams and Peter Fowler wed in October 2018 in a vintage-themed celebration at rustic Black Diamond Gardens, the bride, who is a librarian, and the groom, who’s a teacher, used their shared love of books as inspiration to craft a seating chart made of—what else?—catalog cards.
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Bride IdeasBride Ideas: Fully DevotedKnown for her one-of-a-kind, intimate ceremonies, the Reverend Mary Calhoun is now offering her expertise in another way, through her Devotions Course, a marriage preparation series to help couples
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Bride IdeasWhen Tammy Mitchel and Porter Sesnon tied the knot at Rosario Resort & Spa on Orcas Island last summer, creativity—and love—took center stage.
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Bride IdeasFor brides and their crews looking for a less conventional, out-of-the-box kind of pre-wedding celebration (think bridal showers, bachelorette parties and more), here are some ideas.
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Bride IdeasEnsure your bride squad doesn’t miss a picture-perfect moment by giving them a Bandolier.
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Ask The ExpertsPerforming triple duty as reception icebreakers, entertainment and take-home favors, it’s no wonder photo booths have become all the rage.
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PortfolioThese accessories are must-haves for brides looking to add a modern twist to their wedding day look.
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PortfolioIt’s long been in vogue to sport “something blue” on that special day, but what about all the other colors of the rainbow? Go bold with heels of all hues, perfect for paying tribute to a season, venue, theme or simply best-loved.
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Venuesu may have come to Downton Abbey for the romance, drama and the Dowager Countess’s zingy one-liners, but come on—you stayed for those weddings! Have your own Lady Mary moment at one of these Puget Sound–area mansions, which are all about sophisticated elegance.
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Wedding PartyThe venue’s locale, beside the stunning Hood Canal, served as both scenery and inspiration for the night’s menu.
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Wedding PartyLike any event or production, wedding planning can take its toll on the environment.
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Wedding PartyWhen planning their celebration, Evita Almassi and Christopher Main wanted their wedding to be an inclusive blend of their two cultures, so they chose to have two ceremonies.
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Wedding PartyThe ballroom space at The Ruins proved the perfect setting. “We flipped the layout of the ballroom for our ceremony, and had the on-site florist create an altar against one of the room’s beautiful, hand-painted walls, instead of the typical layout using the stage,” says Emily.
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Wedding PartyNorthwest native Lisa Maree Carrigg and Bogdan Antonijevic, who hails from Australia, met while volunteering in Peru, and their wedding was the first meeting for many of their loved ones.
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Wedding PartyAfter an eight-year relationship and five-year engagement, Katey Harrison and Niri Munkelien knew they wanted to go all out to celebrate their love.
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Wedding PartyJordan Kaye and Leor Ram met at work in L.A.; sparks flew the moment their paths crossed at a meeting.
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Wedding PartyNeetha and Binni's wedding ceremony took place at Plymouth Congregational Church, which Neetha opted to decorate simply, with a white aisle runner and matching roses to complement the beauty of the sanctuary.
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Wedding PartyRed roses were accented with black and glittering gold, while rustic touches like pine cones and cranberries were included to “remind you [that] you weren’t in the city anymore,” adds the bride.
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Wedding PartyGrooms Ben Rock and Andy Carpenter wanted a day filled with things that would make them their happiest.
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Wedding PartyA Novel RomancePre-Party
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Wedding PartyHomestead CharmPut A Ring On It
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Wedding PartyParty in the City: This Wedding Showed Off the 'True Magic' of SeattleOde to Home
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Wedding PartyAll Glammed UpOne Big Greek-Trini Wedding
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Wedding PartyA Modern Wedding with Timeless Elegance at The FoundryThe couple wanted a wedding whose look was simple and modern while evoking a sense of timeless elegance.
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Wedding PartyMisty MomentsCamp Romance
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On Our Covers:
JULY/AUGUST: Vera Wang "Octavia" strapless tulle gown, $4,490, from Nyanza Bridal. 14K white gold, diamond and cubic zirconia ring, $2,150, and 14K white gold and diamond band, $1,500, both from Sholdt Design. Bouquet by Flora Nova Design. Photography by Ryan McVay.
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER: Vera Wang "Vera" blush gown, $6,900, from Nyanza Bridal. 18K white gold and diamond hoop earrings, $9,500; 18K white gold and diamond bangle bracelet, $4,600; and custom-made halo diamond ring with 5-carat round center, $77,980, all from Alvin Goldfarb Jeweler. Bouquet by Floressence. Photography by Jason Deetz.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER: Vera Wang "Liesel" strapless ballgown with crystal accents and ribbon-embroidered bodice, $7,400, and Maria Elena "Taylor" large oval drop earrings with Swarovski crystals, $380, both from Nyanza Bridal. Bouquet by Flora Nova Design. Photography by Ryan McVay.