Tori and Stephanus are California-based, so they were planning their wedding from a few states away! But, being from the area, Tori knew that she wanted her wedding to have the timeless, romantic feeling that you can only find in the PNW.
Tori and Stephanus envisioned a wedding that seamlessly blended their Californian and Washington roots with the timeless, romantic ambiance unique to the Pacific Northwest. To achieve this, we incorporated local elements, such as lush greenery and rustic décor, to highlight the natural beauty of the region. The couple’s personal touches, including handwritten vows and a curated playlist of their favorite songs, added warmth and intimacy to the celebration.
THE PROJECT
- We filled a fire pit with baby’s breath to create an elegant lounge area.
- Having the lush, evergreen PNW as the background to their event.
- Seeing all of the moving parts come together for a perfect day (we had a staff of four for this event, because so much went into it!)
- Tori’s two gorgeous dresses!
OUR FAVORITE PARTS
Since they lived in California, we had to make the most out of our time together whenever they would visit. And, with a ton of vendors and moving parts, our planning process was jam-packed. We helped Tori and Stephanus source their venue and their vendors, and managed all of the timelines and coordination on the day of.
Given the couple’s residence in California, we maximized our in-person meetings during their visits and maintained consistent communication through virtual channels. This approach ensured that every detail was meticulously planned and executed. On the wedding day, our team of four managed the setup, coordination, and teardown, allowing Tori and Stephanus to fully immerse themselves in their special day without any logistical concerns.
THE PROCESS
- Photographer / Robin Co Photography
- Planning / Sage Event Co
- Venue / Evergreen Gardens
- Caterer/Bartender / A Taste of Elegance
- Desserts / Sweet Bellingham
- Florist / Enchanted Florist
- Rentals / Wander Event Rentals + Grand Event Rentals
- Photobooth / Shutter Bus Co
- DJ / Choice-Sound
- Live Painter / VGM
- HMU / Divine Touch Bridal Artistry
- Shuttle / Fun way to go
VENDOR HIGHLIGHTS
aug
2022
date of project:
the wedding of tori + stephanus
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