Image from Craig D. Arron Designs

Like many of you, the mountains aren’t just a place to go on vacation. They’re a place of solace – a salve to the soul, if you will. I remember when college would stress me out, I’d run to the mountains and feel cleansed from the inside out. The negativity, insecurities and angst that seemed to surround me in college would just melt away in the mountains. (more…)

Let’s face it. Even if you’re not the biggest dress fan now, dresses are going to be a major part of your life this next year or so as you plan your wedding. (more…)

Cascade Mountains: Wedding Dresses from Oregon, Washington and B.C and Northern California

I don’t know about you, but the combination of mountains and ocean always takes my breath away. From the sea to sky highway in B.C. to the laid back mountain vibe in California, the Cascade mountains are gorgeous and definitely a place to spend more time!

As a bonus, when it comes to weddings in the Cascades, the combination of water and mountains lets you show off almost any style. Our friends over at SmartBrideBoutique.com have chosen some of their favourite wedding dresses from British Columbia, Washington, Oregon and Northern California. So whether you’re looking for a glamorous ball gown style, you love the luxury of lace or want a timeless, classic option, you’ve got options. (more…)

I want to shout my thanks from the rooftops! Thank you, thank you, thank you to Natalie from the wedding blog Sour Cherry for graciously putting together this lovely guest post while I’m ill. Thanks a million!

Loud neighbors, exhaust fumes, stress – those are the words that best describe the modern lifestyle. Fortunately, you’ve grown up surrounded by magnificent mountains. Bird singing, fresh mountain breeze and happiness – those are the words that best describe your childhood memories.

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Black and White Wedding Details are More Versatile Than You Think

There's something so fun and contemporary about black details at a wedding. From ultra modern hotel or museum weddings to down home, rustic barn weddings, black wedding shoes fit in anywhere. They can be super sophisticated and modern or sweet and rustic.

Image from Chaz Cruz and Christina of Simply Modern Weddings via Green Wedding Shoes

The pop of color in the bouquet combined with the modern shape of the succulents combine with black details in this über modern museum wedding.

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