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Guest User 11/23/20 Guest User 11/23/20

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

Guest User 9/16/20 Guest User 9/16/20

How to coordinate mismatched bridesmaids dresses

“You can wear it again”

OK, so this may be a myth, but let’s take a new view of bridesmaids dresses and see their purpose. The purpose is to support the bride and her vision of her wedding. The colors, the fabrics, and the style all serve that common purpose. The wedding party is a painting and the bridesmaids are part of the palette. But there are many ways to achieve this.

It might be a misnomer to call these dresses mismatched when each one was carefully selected for each lady while considering the overall effect. Within each group, there are consistent elements that create a cohesive look.

Let’s discuss the main THREE things to start with when you’re thinking about dressing the ladies in your party.

Thing One: How formal is your wedding?

Thing Two: Who Are Your Bridesmaids?

Thing Three: What is Your Budget?

Same Color/Different Style

Same Color Family/Different Style

Color Pairings

All Unique Within a Color Scheme

We’ve been so lucky to work with such stylish brides who effortlessly rock this look!

Now check out some looks for grooms!

Suits for Groomsmen

Guest User 6/12/20 Guest User 6/12/20

Spanish Festival Themed Private Resident Wedding in Ashland, OR

Phillip + Alicia, who were introduced by two of their best friends (who happen to be married to each other) have come a long way from their first date. Phillip was a third wheel to Alicia + her mother at a music event at a winery in Napa.

Philip is of Spanish descent and his family throws big parties. Their wedding was hosted at Alicia’s family home (this is the home she grew up in that her sister now owns).

brides toast with champagne in matching floral robes

red spanish satin wedding pumps with square heel

spanish themed wedding details including invitation, rsvp, rings

spanish wedding details, traditional blue ceramic plage, gold and turquoise earings.

spring wedding bouquet, pink white blush green

spanish lace bunting over checkerboard dance floor

For their engagement, they went canoeing down the Russian River and Phillip hung a giant proposal sign off a bridge and had family + friends on the shore to witness the momentous event.

In Spanish weddings, the bride traditionally wears a dress with lace details. Alicia also wore her hair in a Spanish style to complete the look.

groom in blue suit and white floral tie with white butonierre

spring wedding bouquet, white, pink ,blush, green

first look for bride and groom, traditional, Spanish, lace wedding gown

wedding party, bridesmaids wore jewel toned dresses and groomsmen wore blue suites

bride and brides maids wore fancy decked out jeans jackets with their names printed on the back.

bride in spanish lace gown and jeans jacket sitting on a swing

During the ceremony, scarves tied together were passed across the aisle symbolizing the uniting of all the guests and the bonding of the two families.