{Inspiration} Whimsical bridal shoot

Guess what y'all?! I'm MARRIED!!! That's right, this is Lindsie Trego talkin'. And since Facebook won't let me post this picture on the Wed4Less wall, and since I know you're all probably itching for a sneak preview, here's a shot from my wedding!

Photo courtesy Wagner Bros. Photography

We'll have more pictures later, when I get everything back from the photographer. :) For now, I'll entertain you with the sweetest little inspiration bridal shoot from Daydream Weddings.

All images in this post, unless otherwise noted in the caption,
are copyright Daydream Weddings and
submitted via Two Bright Lights.

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{Inspiration} Picnic Engagement Styled Shoot

Every once in a while, I see a shoot that makes me want to go back and do my engagement shoot with my fiance again. It goes like this: Open TwoBrightLights (where I get many of the shoots that we publish here), click on a gallery, see the photos, gasp, then wonder why I can't be this creative.

Let me tell you, this need for creative people is why we have fantastic photographers like Kunio Photography in the world. I mean, picnic + camera + hydrangeas + guitar = pure romance.

All images in this post copyright Kunio Photography

and submitted via Two Bright Lights.

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{Advice} Budget bridal gown files

I have a few go-to places where I look for budget bridal gowns for the $550 looks featured on here, and also when brides frantically email me looking for something to fit their budgets.

I decided it's not fair that I keep this information to myself, only divulging it when asked. So here it is: My budget bridal gown files.

{Via Lacey LaDuke Photography; Gown from Storybook Bridal in CDA}

{No. 1: Dolly Couture; Santa Anita dress pictured} 

I love that Dolly has tons of dresses for under $600 and has custom options (including getting the dress made to fit your measurements, adding unique touches, and doing a completely custom dress). Also, Dolly Couture accepts returns, for extra security (though some restrictions apply).

Dolly Couture's wedding gowns are all vintage-inspired, which, as you probably know, makes my heart happy.

{No. 2: Ruche; Tiffany dress pictured}

I love Ruche's new bridal line! It comes complete with some of the most gorgeous ultra-budget friendly dresses I've ever seen! (Think under $100!) Also, Ruche accepts free returns (restrictions apply, check policy for details). Ruche has something to offer for everyone, from ballgowns to knee-length beauties like the one pictured.

The only drawback to Ruche's bridal line is the inability to customize. Since some of their dresses only come in small, medium, large, etc. sizes, this may be a deal breaker for brides with curvier bodies.

{No. 3: Ruffled Shop; Bonnie dress pictured}

Ruffled has been my favorite wedding blog for a long time, and when they launched their shop I nearly passed out with excitement. That said, this shop has kept its special place in my heart by continuing to offer reasonable prices, custom options (alterations, or totally custom dresses), and free returns (restrictions may apply). I also am in love, as usual, with the old-world elegance of these wedding dresses.

{No. 4: French Knot Couture; Daisy dress pictured}

First reason French Knot is fabulous: It's LOCAL! I love supporting local business, and this one is nestled right in the Seattle area. Beautiful. I also love the vintage-inspired gown designs and the low prices with all of the dresses being under $500.

French Knot Couture also creates the dresses to your measurements, and accepts returns (again, read policy for details as restrictions may apply).

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{Inspiration} Winter warm-up in Spokane

In continuation of the Wed4Less first birthday celebration, I get to share with you our second inspiration shoot, which was done in Spokane at the Montvale Hotel. (If you missed our first shoot from Portland, click here to check it out!)

For this shoot, we wanted to bring a little bit of joyful color into the drab winter that we've all been facing here in the Pacific Northwest. Like the Portland shoot, we also wanted to make sure to keep some very northwest elements in this one. What better than coffee for a Washington shoot?

I am so excited with how the colorful winter images, captured by Lacey LaDuke Photography, came out!

Soiree Event Design had a huge hand in making the shoot beautiful. We worked together on design concepts, and then they were a big part in making the whole thing a reality. (Jessica from Soiree even lent us her husband to act as a "groom" for a few shots.) I really couldn't have done it without them!

Dawn from Allen & Green Floral created this lovely natural bouquet for us, to which we added a few bright colored poms to keep everything bright and warm.

 

The food delights were created by Couple of Chefs Catering. They did an awesome job of keeping everything within our cheerful yellow, pink and teal color scheme. (And, let me tell you, it was all very tasty.)

This gorgeous (and, might I add, under $1000) dress was provided by Storybook Bridal in CDA, which is a great source of many low-cost bridal gowns, with most of their gowns being under $1200. The dress fit our model, Jenaye Adams, perfectly, and Jenaye had the personality to pull the whole thing off.

The jewelry was all thanks to Veda Lux, a boutique that sells unique and creative funky jewelry. The look was pulled together with hair by Heather Washburn and makeup by Shasta Hankins.

The absolutely lovely and whimsical invitations and paper goods were designed by Caili of Casala Studio. I just love how she plays with typefaces to get the funky look!

 

Blowing out the birthday candle! That's one year, my dearies!

♥ {Vendors} Photographers: Lacey LaDuke Photography | Florist: Dawn at Allen & Green  | Venue: Montvale Hotel | Paper Goods: Casala Studio | Desserts: Couple of Chefs Catering | Styling & Coordination: Soiree Event Design | Dress: Storybook Bridal | Jewelry: Veda Lux Boutique | Hair: Heather Washburn | Makeup: Shasta Hankins | Production: Wed4Less Northwest

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