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Modern Boho Wedding at Bridal Veil Lakes

This is a classic. What happens when a girl walks in to a bar? They flirt, date, move across the country, then he asks her to marry him with an epic proposal, and they get married. Done done, and done.

Okay, rewind. Rosalia and Jorge met in Chicago when she was a new host and he was a server. Their love quickly escalated and their proposal story is one for the books:

She worked at The Violet Hour (a cocktail bar) in Portland. At the time she was a server. Her friend and manager (their officiant) asked her to step in the back to talk about something quickly. She was taken aback and told him that she didn't have time as it was a busy Saturday and she couldn't leave the floor. He assured her that someone else would watch the floor for her and urged her to go and talk to him. When they got to the back of the building, there were other staff members there, so he said, "Let's go up and talk in the office." There were people in the office, so he said, "Let's step out on the roof for a second so we can speak privately." Meanwhile, she was racking her brain for anything that she had done wrong as she was sure she was getting fired. When they stepped out on the roof, there was a table full of candles, flowers, and champagne, and her friend/manager left and Jorge appeared to propose. They enjoyed the champagne on the roof, and when they went downstairs, their Al Green song was playing, the entire bar (including guests) had glasses of bubbles, her mom and best friend were there, and everyone cheers'd them. ❤️

The guys were dressed to the nines; sporting fun floral ties, stylish specks, and a top hat that only Jorge could pull off on his wedding day.

This less traditional couple wanted pops of color with a boho flare. Bridal Veil Lakes is a stunning property but it’s lush greens can make it hard to see neutral palettes. We love it when our couples opt for bright colors that contrast all the greens. Bridesmaids picked their own dresses in a variety of shades of pinks and burgundy. SELVA Floral tied these colors together with her FABULOUS floral creations.

Their lakeside wedding ceremony was made even better as their two perfect dogs (a King Charles Cavalier and an Australian Cattle dog) stood by their sides, baring witness to their love and waiting for a treat.

We loved getting to share in this special day. The fun colors, texture, laid back vibes, yummy cocktails, dogs….. and the love. So much love! Congrats, Rosalia + Jorge!

Vendors

Venue: Bridal Veil Lakes
Photography: True Grace
Florals: SELVA Floral Design
Catering: White Pepper
Cake: Back to Eden Bakery
Beauty: Kirstie Wight
Dress: Grace Loves Lace
Entertainment: MK Productions
Bar: The Violet Hour
Rentals: The Party Place + Something Borrowed (no longer in business)
Stationery: Rachel Street Press
Transportation: Lucky Limousine

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Creative Backdrops for Your Wedding Ceremony

As your guests take their seats and wait for the wedding to start, they are all taking in the same view, your ceremony backdrop. When you are at an outdoor venue or in a blank canvas indoor space, the options are endless for what type of altar to provide.

A few tips when choosing your Ceremony Backdrop:
It should be memorable
It should fit your style or theme
It should blend seamlessly with your venue or setting

Here are some of the creative backdrop we’ve dreamed up with the help of our amazing brides and grooms!

Square 2 Post Arch with Floral Garland

Photographer: Sweetlife Photography, Floral: Swoon Floral Design / Heirbloom Floral Design

Square 2 Post Arch with Floral Garland

Photography: Grace Helen Photo, Floral: Heirbloom Floral Design

Double Triangular Arch with Boho Floral Accents

Boho styles are very much still on trend in the PNW. When elevating your wood or metal arch, decorate with pampas grass, feathers and lots of greenery and foliage.

Photography: The Soft Season, Florals: Selva Floral Design

Circular Arch with Full Floral

Phtoographer: Christy Cassano, Florist: Bramble Floral Design

Hexagonal Arch With Floral Accents

Didn’t your geometry teacher tell you you would learn useful lessons for the future in her class?

Photography: Sweetlife Photography, Florals: Distinctive Designs by Denice

Chuppah - 4 Post Square Arch with Floral Over Top

Traditionally Chuppah’s are used for Jewish ceremonies, but modern brides of all religions have discovered their beauty.

Photographer: Kristen Marie Parker, Floral: Vanessa Schmidt

Natural Backdrop - Majestic Redwood Tree

Maybe you are eloping to the forest this summer due to COVID-19 and don’t want to bring in a large ceremony backdrop. Let nature provide this for you.