Lost in the Woods

I adore the fresh clean air and feeling you get from an outdoor wedding, but could you get any better than a wedding in the woods? Being surrounded by huge trees while you exchange vows is a powerful look.

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Real Wedding:: my BIG DAY part II {The ceremony}

The ceremony and reception were held at the Palmdale Estates in Fremont California.

To begin the ceremony The bridesmaids walked down the isle to Comptine D'un Autre Ete: L'Apres Midi from the Amelie movie. Amelie is my most favorite foreign film so I wanted to incorporate it in my wedding.

The best part of my wedding was that my Dad not only walked me down the isle but because he is a pastor he also married me. It was so personal and heartfelt I don't think there was a dry eye in the place. I will never forget his words and am so blessed to have such an amazing father.

Sean and I exchanged vows under a beautiful gazebo adorned with a chandelier I purchase on ebay which now hangs in our daughters room.

Our reception followed the ceremony inside the gorgeous estates. I wanted the guest to be comfortable and I had them in mind throughout the planning process. I provided flip flops for them so they could kick off there heels and dance the night away.

I hung chandelier crystals over the bar for a glamorous feel. I also layered black lace over white tablecloths and had very tall floral arrangements in black vases.

The head table we wanted to keep simple so everyone could see us. We did four small silver vases packed full of white roses and two tall tapered candle holders. All of the details were created and executed by myself! I also made wedding wands that could be waved at us while we made our exit.Check out a few more details below.

Thank you so much for checking out my wedding let me know what you think!

Historic Wedding Venue

Yesterday I met with the woman behind Benicia Arsenal Weddings located in the East Bay. I fell in love with this location. This venue is fairly new, so it is relatively inexpensive and such a perfect blank canvas. I love the old brick walls and arched doorways. It has a beautiful bar area with a black and white checkered floor. If you are looking for a historic location for an event in the San Francisco bay area this is a great place to check out. Be sure to tell them Erin Taylor from Soiree sent you.

This venue can accommodate up to 300 guests. It has a perfect location for a ceremony and and/or a reception. They also offer package deals for a great price. If you would like to bring in your own outside caterer that is fine as well.

I am currently working on an event that will take place there for the local school district.

The main room

Main entrance/ bar

I'm back

Sorry for the lack of a post yesterday, I was still in Seattle for a wedding. I was again reminded why I love weddings. I love the feeling in the room when the groom sees his bride for the first time but, above all I love the details.

This week I will be sharing a local wedding venue with you that is inexpensive and still extremely beautiful. I also have great color palette for you.

But first check out the amazing picture table below. It might be my love for chandeliers that drew me to it.... in my eyes you can never go wrong with chandeliers.

I think this would also be a perfect way to draw attention to an escort card or gift table.