Elena and Kris

Wednesday, June 20, 2012


































 








 




As a girl who has pretty strong opinions on what I do and don't want on my big day, I love a bride who has a clear vision in mind–and I bet her vendors do, too! Elena and Kris worked with designer and florist Steven Moore Designs and photographer Michele M. Waite to create a day full of elegance, and just a touch of unexpected opulence–and boy did they hit this one of out the park. 

Their late August wedding was held on the grounds of the Juntunen Gardens, a gorgeous Washington state farm and nursery. Elena wore a Vera Wang gown (the "Diana") cinched at the waist with a simple chocolate sash, diamond drop earrings and a full ballet-length veil, and changed into a beaded sash for the reception. Her bridesmaids were dressed in custom made ivory dresses by Jennifer Ryan, an interior designer, while the grooms and his closest friends wore classic black suits with chocolate and white ties. The newlyweds wanted their wedding to be welcoming to children, so some of the girls closest to the bride also joined the wedding party, dressed in diminutive versions of the maid of honor's tulle confection.

The bride was partial to peonies, ranunculus and gardenias, but the season made sourcing them problematic–luckily, Steven found one small nursery in Europe that had a small crop, and said, "I'll buy the farm!" In addition to bouquets, he was able to make a few stunning centerpieces that practically floated atop one of this wedding's most memorable features–the tulle covered tabletops. Thousands of yards were layered over gold lamour linens from BBJ Linen to create an absolutely heavenly effect. Gold painted branches carefully covered in crystals, and the occasional pop of zebra print made the reception tent and lounge unforgettable. After an exquisite New American meal from Canlis Restaurant and cake from Market Street Catering, guests danced the night away to The Dusty 45's.


Tell me, what's your favorite detail of this celebration? I'm absolutely head over heels for those tulle tables!


An enormous thank you to Michele for sharing your spectacular photos–if you'd like to see more, check out the Style Me Pretty gallery!

27 comments:

  1. love that dress! One of my friends just got married in the same one. :]

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  2. Wow! This is absolutely beautiful, The photos, the story, the dress. Everything!

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  3. The picture of the ring being handed to the groom - men can have just as intimate, touching moments as brides and their bridesmaids do, but those don't get photographed as often! Such a sweet photo.

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  4. I love how the flower girls were front and center. That's so sweet and they added to the ambiance.

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  5. I am dying over the tulle overlays on the tables!!!! Such a soft, romantic touch- love, love.

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  6. I love the venue, and that field is gorgeous!

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  7. Gorgeous blue eyes...utterly romantic!!

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  8. What a beautiful location for a wedding!

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  9. The photography is melting my heart! I love the little girls watching the bride and groom kiss.

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  10. Wow. How gorgeous! I especially love the shots of the little girls! Too sweet!

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  11. I love that they included the kiddos. Its a beautiful wedding.

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  12. My sister had an August wedding and did the same color sash!

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  13. All that tulle!! I am in love!

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  14. The little ones running around are SO cute - gorgeous wedding!

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  15. I'm absolutely in love with all the tule.... stunning!!!!!

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  16. omg the dress!!! and the reception set up! i LOVE those colors how PERFECT. xoxoo

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  17. I love the photo of the flower girls running through the hedges. Looks like Secret Garden!

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  18. Hello, gorgeous tables! Wow - stunning. And the peony story is just precious!!

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  19. Oh! I just adore the bridesmaid dresses! Especially the tea length, 50s inspired one.

    ~ Clare x

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  20. I love the bride's sash and how amazing are her eyes?

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  21. What a gorgeous bride! I love her dress and hair! And the children are so adorable!

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