With their elegant and timeless design acumen and innate sensibility, Nick and Aleah Valley of Valley & Company Events on Phinney Ridge have been the creative visionaries behind countless weddings in the Pacific Northwest and beyond for more than 15 years. Now, they’re sharing their planning and design expertise in Storied Weddings, an inspiring book meets planning tool that’s filled with down-to-earth tips and beautiful imagery. In addition to lots of advice for personalizing your ceremony according to your tastes, family history and hobbies, the book overflows with captivating ideas for floral decor, venues, cocktail recipes, bouquet inspiration, table settings, color pairings and more. It also features charming anecdotes from brides and grooms, photos from real weddings and insightful pro tips throughout. A thoughtful Q&A section helps readers clarify their own desires and bring to life a timeless celebration that is perfectly personal. $30; amazon.com
