Lake Tahoe Weddings with Tahoe Unveiled

Lake Tahoe Wedding | A Romantic Destination at the Hyatt

Andria — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:00:31 +0000

Lauren & Greg craved an intimate wedding. With large families and an even bigger guest list of friends and co-workers, they decided that a destination wedding was the way to go in order to create the small, close atmosphere they wanted. So Lake Tahoe was their choice, and 200 guests joined them. We can’t even imagine what their guest count would have been if they stayed in their hometown! Either way, their wedding was still as intimate as it gets, filled with sentimental details; from the semi circle ceremony—so all guests felt included and close to the couple—to the showcase of family wedding pictures. The soft florals by Art in Bloom complimented the naturally gorgeous setting of the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. As well as the emotional and fun moments from the bride and groom make this wedding by Annie McElwaina true show stopper

From the Before I Do Events ~ Lauren and Greg are the PERFECT match. They balance each other out so perfectly. I saw it time and again in the year of planning together. I am thrilled to see them as a married couple and so wildly happy. 7.1.12 was a day that will go down in history for them. Greg had such raw emotion shown on his face all day. They were in the moment, surrounded by warmth and filled with everyone’s love.

Lake Tahoe Wedding Inspiration | Silhouette Photography

Andria — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:00:50 +0000

With the striking blues of the lake and chromatic sunsets, Lake Tahoe is an impeccable backdrop for silhouette photography. When photographers creatively use lighting to capture their subjects in silhouette, a whole layer is added to the image. Silhouettes convey drama, mystery, emotion and mood; leaving a part of the story up to the imagination.

First Row: Chelsea Nicole | Jessi LeMay | Dave Getzschman

Second Row: Matt and Jentry Photographers

Third Row: Theilen Photography | W. Scott Chester

Lake Tahoe Vendor | Balance Bodyworks Tahoe

Andria — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:07 +0000

Full body wellness in my own home? Yes, please!

Balance Bodyworks Tahoe is bringing wellness into your home, vacation rental or any place of your choosing. Their services include therapeutic massage, BodyTalk, acupuncture and in-home Yoga Privates. Offering services for the entire wedding party, they will turn your Lake Tahoe wedding into a personal retreat, catered specifically to your needs.

Until the end of May Balance Bodyworks is offering an itroductory special for in-home yoga privates! Book before June and receive a 60 minute yoga session for $50, normally $75! Check them out on their website or by calling (530) 386-1643 for details on how you can turn your living room into a private yoga studio.

Lake Tahoe Wedding Inspiration | The Great Gatsby

Andria — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:00:27 +0000

Have you heard the hype? We are absolutely loving it! And for a reason—F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby is a timeless novel, surpassing its 1920′s era. Although the romance between the two main characters is tumultuous, brides can not help but adore Daisy Buchanan for her glamorous 1920′s style. And Jay Gatsby, how can we not get weak in the knees over his casual sophistication that screams Tom Ford? Add Art Deco flair to your wedding from your cake to your hairstyle and all the details in between.

First Row: Kristin Spencer Photography | TheRitzyRose | Martha Stewart | Ajalon

Second Row: Modern Vintage Wedding | Hazelnut Photography

Lake Tahoe Wedding | A Winter Reception at PlumpJack

Tahoe Unveiled — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:00:00 +0000

Engaged after a brief courtship, Ravi and Reggie wanted nothing more than to be married and start a family. As they were engaged in September, the decision was made to have the wedding during the coming winter. Since the obvious set piece of a winter wedding is snow, the couple chose to set their nuptials in Tahoe at PlumpJack Squaw Valley.

The wedding design came not from a grand vision, but from Ravi’s whim and spur of the moment inspiration. The result was a wedding that was classic and formal, with vintage and handmade touches. The wedding colors were two shades of green–jalapeno and celery/light lime, as they are the favorites of the bride and groom. Ravi leaned towards lush, garden flowers, in lieu of a more woodsy style–though garden flowers can be harder to obtain in the winter. B&B Designs worked tirelessly for Ravi to obtain the flowers: peonies, roses, queen anne’s lace and hydrangeas.

With Heidi Huber Photography capturing all the details, we bring you Ravi and Reggie’s dream winter wedding.

From the Bride ~

We became engaged in September after a very, very short courtship—less than 6 weeks to be exact! We just knew we wanted to marry one another and start a family immediately, so we made the difficult decision to get married during the approaching winter. Once we established that, I felt that in order to do a winter wedding justice, we needed snow. Tahoe was a natural choice, as we had both grown up in nearby Roseville. We both love the area and also thought that a pseudo-destination wedding would ensure that the right people were there. Being in our 30s, we knew it wouldn’t be a 300+ guest wedding. We wanted our families and closest friends only. We couldn’t financially or emotionally justify anything too large. So, Tahoe it was!

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In Honor of Mother’s Day

Andria — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:53:55 +0000

We wanted to take a moment today and honor our mothers. The women who’s ageless beauty we so adore and who are stronger than any man we know. To all you moms, we thank you for everything you do to make our days and weddings unforgettable!

Photos | Kris Holland Photography

Meet One Fine Day Events

Andria — Fri, 10 May 2013 14:00:11 +0000

We are very happy to share One Fine Day Events‘ new “about me” video. This video helps even the most discerning couples learn more about the boutique planning firm’s impressive style and acquire more insight into what they do best.

As the video shows, the ladies at One Fine Day are much more than wedding planners. They are storytellers, listeners and innovators—creating unique moments that inspire. Stephanie Anderson and her team take the wedding planning process to the next level through creativity and collaboration. They will transform any venue, whether it’s a mountain resort or a lakefront estate, with an integrative mix of planning and design—working with the most talented and professional Lake Tahoe vendors.

Lake Tahoe Wedding | A South Lake Celebration by Melina Wallisch Photography

Andria — Thu, 09 May 2013 14:00:01 +0000

Laura and Thadd, a naval pilot and a marine, are quite the unlikely pair, but love conquers all and these two were destined for each other. While they were serving and protecting others, Laura’s mom with impeccable taste planned their entire wedding down to every last breathtaking detail. The pastor from their hometown church added to the authenticity of the day. Natural touches contrasted with bright floral of salmon, peach and pink. Laura’s maids brightened up the day in rich magenta frocks. Melina Wallisch Photography captured all the details and we are sure glad she did.

Vendors:

Photography | Melina Wallisch Photography

Ceremony & Reception Venue | Edgewood

Officiant | Rev. Michael Schwalm

Florist | Thran’s

DJ | Lake DJ

Cake | Flour Girl Wedding Cakes

Invitations and Save the Date | Shutterfly

Hair and Makeup | Sessions Salon

Dress | Marcella’s La Boutique

Vail | Haute Bride

Favors | The Green World Project

Old Town Truckee Engagement Session from Jessi LeMay

Andria — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:00:26 +0000

Old Town Truckee is by far one of the coolest places for an engagement session! From cotton candy at Jax—the quintessential vintage diner—to railroad tracks, this town is rich in history and timeless character. Jessi LeMay Photography brings us a dynamic couple who are so utterly hip and vibrant, filling the shoot with the kind of chemistry you just can’t fake. Their engagement session is most definitely an indication of what’s to come. Be on the lookout for Tara and Kyle’s wedding post soon!

From the photographer ~

Tara told me she wanted to try and shoot in a diner for her and Kyle’s engagement session, and thanks to Donna from Forget Me Knot Events we were remind of the best little diner possible, Jax on the Tracks in Truckee, CA. The diner, built in 1948 and shipped from the east coast, is quite possibly, the most adorable, vintage diner I ever been in. You know what else is adorable? Tara and Kyle. They were a breeze to work with! All of that charisma in from of the camera was sincere (a dream for a photographer). After the diner shots, we walked around Truckee for a bit. All in all, I think the day was a giant success.

The Grand Exit | Lake Tahoe Wedding Inspiration

Andria — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:00:12 +0000

So much planning goes into a wedding, make sure not to overlook your grand exit! From vintage cars to the ever so popular sparklers, couples are reinventing the tradition of their getaway. Lake Tahoe offers so many options for the departure—from boats and bikes to skis and snowshoes—make sure your grand exit is as fun and unique as you are. How have you envisioned your big send-off?

First Row: Brandon Kidd | Chris Werner Photography
Second Row: Two One Photography | Ruffled
Third Row: Dawn Sparks Photography