When we sat down to plan this styled shoot, we knew we wanted to aim for something visually striking and even a touch avant garde. Our initial inspiration came from the bold use of colors and playful monochromatic palettes we found in high-fashion shoots and product styling campaigns. Something this daring is rarely represented in the bridal and event design world and we felt inspired and challenged to really push our limits and cross boundaries…
Read MoreSpring is nearly sprung and we're thrilled with the prospect! We are relieved to see that the longer and warmer days are drawing nearer. We've been planning up a storm all winter for our 2018 (and even a few '19) clients and we've been asked by our clients if we have a stylish menswear vendor. The answer is a big emphatic YES. We've been working with The Black Tux for years now, and we love them…
Read MoreIt's almost Valentines Day. We're big fans of using the occasion to spread the love to those we care about. Call us cliche, but in our book, beautiful flowers are NEVER a passé gift. At the end of last year, we finished off the wedding season with a floral arranging team brunch to thank everyone for their love and effort. The talented Megan from Flourish Floral Design…
Read MoreWe look forward to the Dart Party each year because it presents us with the unique opportunity to design without limits. This year, Jesse and Michael from Dart Collective really upped the ante with their idea for a “Cosmic Folk” themed party inspired by their latest ensemble, the Jensen Singers. After a lot of creative soul searching about how “Cosmic Folk” translates into decor and signage…
Read MoreHappy #weddingwednesday! Today we bring you a sweet inspiration shoot that we did last winter in collaboration with Semiahmoo Resort and an awesome team of Northwest designers and vendors. Located up near the Canadian border, the venue has a remarkable locale, surrounded almost entirely by water with views of Canada and mountains in the distance...
Read MoreCalling all procrastinating holiday shoppers! We've got your back. We put together a last minute gift guide of hot ticket items that can still be delivered to your door in time for Christmas (and save you braving the holiday madness in stores). You'd better hurry though, many of these have a holiday shipping cutoff midday Wednesday-Thursday…
Read MoreHappy Monday! Most of us spent the weekend getting our holiday vibes on: buying trees, shopping for gifts, and all that jolly stuff. GATHER girl Meredith was on a different sort of holiday trip altogether, she was in Dubai in the midst of United Arab Emirates's National Day celebrations…
Read MoreEngagement season is officially kicking off! We've been seeing more than a few ring pictures and happy couples as of late. Before planning gets underway, we'd love to take a few minutes to share our two cents about the value of doing engagement photo shoots...
Read MoreHappy Friday all! Is it just us, or is Thanksgiving sneaking up quickly this year? No? Some of us are hosting a big spread and have been on the hunt for inspiration for good recipes, tablescape ideas, and fun to spoil our folks with. We thought we’d share our Turkey Day Game Plan with you! Whether you’re still working on yours or you like collecting ideas as much as we do, we hope you enjoy!...
Read MoreOMG, yay! You’re getting married! You’ve said yes, you’ve shared with all your family and friends the great news and maybe even that proposal or ring pic on social media, and now all of a sudden those questions of who, what, where, when and how are starting to bubble up. You may be thinking that you could use some guidance...
Read MoreHappy Wednesday! Today we're sharing something that is near and dear to us. This shoot will always have a special place in our hearts as it was the very first thing that we designed together as business partners. The inspiration was organic minimalism brought to life through delicate florals, earthy toned Heath ceramics and a mix of marble and copper accents. For the tablescape...
Read MoreHappy #weddingwednesday ! This week we are thrilled to (finally!) bring you a collaboration we did with an awesome team of Seattle designers that was featured on Green Wedding Shoes last week. The styled summer solstice photo shoot loosely draws inspiration from the heavenly bodies of the sun, moon and stars in an organic, luxurious fashion...
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