Beth + Joel

A Spring Fever wedding with all of my favorite blooms. What more could you ask for? Butterfly Ranunculus, Poppies, Sweet Peas, Ranunculus, Daffodils, Snap Dragons, Garden Roses, Peonies and Craspedia made Beth and Joel’s wedding the perfect spring day.

XO

Carlee

Photographer: Joanna Monger

Venue: Hidden Meadows

Caitlin + Alexa

Caitlin + Alexa’s Ruby Beach vow renewal always brings a smile to my face. Captured flawlessly by Henry Tieu, I can’t think of a better way to describe their love than a direct quote from him: “The way they found each other, the way they keep on supporting one another, the way they raise their family together, they showed me that marriage is not all about the sunshine and rainbows but it’s all about how you can dream together and how you can support each other to get there.” a true testament to love, commitment and what marriage stands for.

Grateful for this day and the opportunity to design their flowers. Cheers to 100 more years of love and happiness! See more from their day below and the feature on June Bug Weddings

XO

Carlee

Planning and Styling: Rain and Pines

Cake: Sift and Gather

Stationary: Ink and Sable

Dress Boutique: The Dress Theory Seattle

Dress Designer: Rue De Seine

Abby + Patrick

Nestled in to the Mt. Rainier wilderness is Wellspring Spa. One of the best destination wedding locations you can find near Seattle. Abby and Patrick had one of the BEST wedding teams and I couldn’t have been happier to design their PNW inspired florals.

Bloom list: Dahlias, Garden Roses, Spray Roses, Ferns, Clematis Vine, Lisianthus, Raspberry Foliage

Thank you Abby and Patrick!

XO

Carlee

Wedding Planner: The Greatest Adventure Weddings

Officiant: Tapestry Event Co.

Photographer: Kelly Lemon

Hair & Makeup: Angie Evans

Rentals: CORT Party Rentals

Sara + Sebastian

Another adventure wedding with The Foxes Photography and Pacific Brides for the books. Sara and Sebastian’s laid back style and vision was the perfect way to launch in to Spring. A hike in to one of the most beautiful beaches on the Washington coast followed by an intimate dinner with close family and friends.

Check it out below!

Xo

Carlee

Enna + Carl

Enna and Carl are hands down the sweetest people I know. Their smiles and love for one another truly light up a room. Not to mention, their love for all things Disney. It was an honor to do their flowers and work alongside their carefully chosen vendor team. No detail was left out for their wedding (including that special pop of blue!). Beautiful calligraphy and signage, gorgeous photos, and a cake for the books! Thank you for working with me.

xo

Carlee

Venue: The Golf Club at Newcastle

Photographer: Blue Rose Photos

Hair & Makeup: Salon Maison

Dress: Made with Love Bridal

Dress Boutique: A & Be Bridal Shop

Signage & Calligraphy: The Fancy Cat Studio

Paper Goods: Minted

Cake: The Sweet Side

Jenna + Al

Jenna and Al’s beautiful Admiral’s House wedding was a favorite of this Summer season. A classic blush and white garden wedding with just enough of a modern touch makes this day extra special. Thank you to the wonderful vendor team for bringing this one to life.

xo

Carlee

Photographer: Ryan Flynn

Planner: Holly - Kate & Company

Venue: The Admiral’s House

Rentals: Fanciful Rentals + CORT Rental Co.

Hair & Makeup: Off White Makeup & Beauty

Catering: Ravishing Radish

DJ: Braden Landon

Cassie + Patrick

My mind was blown when I saw the photos from Cassie + Patrick’s elopement. Words do NOT do justice for the beauty Cara captured. So I will keep it short and sweet….. See for yourself :)

Xo Carlee

Location: Diablo Lake, WA

Photographer: Cara Mia

Dress: Rue de Seine

Katie + Nate

Katie and Nate’s Lake Quinault Lodge wedding was one of my favorite weddings to design EVER. Amber of A. Renee Weddings brought me on as their florist, and I am so happy she did. A dreamy color palette, beautiful location and one of the sweetest couples and families around. A true forever favorite. Thank you for working with me! - Carlee

Wedding Planning & Styling // A. Renee Weddings & Events

Venue & Catering // Lake Quinault Lodge

Photography // Benj Haisch

Videography // First Person Pictures

Florals // Rusted Vase Floral Co.

Stationery & Signage // Robinson Creative House
Music // Integral DJs
Makeup // Melissa Korn Makeup Artist
Hair // Cosmina Hair Studio

Wedding Gown // Hayley Paige

Groomsmen Suits // The Black Tux
Linens // La Tavola Linen
Wedding Styling & Staging // Fanciful Rentals
Farm Tables // Olympic Farm Style & Events
Wedding Rentals // Cort Party Rental

Hey Darling Workshop October 2019

One of my favorite workshops to design florals for is the Hey Darling Workshop series. Hosted by Henry Tieu of @henrysdiary and Viet Dinh of @rainandpines. Henry and Viet are a power couple dedicated to making the wedding community a more inclusive, open, and beautiful place. In 2019, I did the florals for all three Hey Darlings. The following photos are a snapshot of creativity and fun that took place this October.

Vendor Credit:

Day 1

Workshop: @heydarlingworkshop
Instructors: @henrysdiary @chuyphoto @dawn_photo
Design & Styling: @rainandpines
Florals: @rustedvaseco
Cake: @siftandgather
Calligrapher: @krisannaelizabeth
HMUA: @pacific_brides
Dress Shop: @thedresstheoryseattle
Dress Designer: @ruedeseinebridal
Models: @brianne_lloyd & @romeofuqua

Day 2

Workshop: @henrysdiary @heydarlingworkshop
Design & Styling: @rainandpines
Florals: @rustedvaseco
Cake: @siftandgather
Calligrapher: @krisannaelizabeth
HMUA: @pacific_brides
Dress Shop: @thedresstheoryseattle
Dress Designer: @sarahseven
Models: @fancyasnancy @tim_m27

Danna + James

Venue: Olympic Sculpture Park

Photographer: Lion Lady Photo

Planner: The Greatest Adventure Weddings

Hair & Makeup: Pacific Brides

Danna and James were married at the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle on August 3rd, 2018. Their funky, PNW inspired wedding was a blast to design alongside Erika of The Greatest Adventure. Unique elements, lots of color and a great vendor team! See the photos below from Lyynsey of Lion Lady Photography!

Thanks Danna & James! :)

Lauren + Tristan | Drunk in Love

Lauren and Tristan were married in a intimate ceremony at Canlis with close family and friends two days before their EPIC dance party. Lauren and her Mom were a dream to work with, and gave me creative freedom on so many of their unique and colorful elements. Krista Welch Photography captured the fun beautifully.

Photographer: Krista Welch

Day of Coordinator: The Invisible Hostess

Reception Venue: Canvas Event Space

Ceremony / Dinner Venue: Canlis

Izzy + Porter

Planner: The Greatest Adventure Weddings

Photographer: Lion Lady Photography

Hair & Makeup: Jen Lagers

Rentals: CORT Party Rentals

Catering: Ravishing Radish

Floral Design: Rusted Vase Floral Co.

It's not often that when a photographer sends you "sneak peek" photos you cry and laugh and then cry and laugh some more. Lyynsey of Lion Lady Photography sent the best sneak peek album ever! I just couldn't wait! I had to share them.

I should start off by saying that Izzy + Porter were the greatest! The most laid back, care free, and silly couple to date. They trusted all of their vendors 100% and it was one of those creative freedom weddings where they just said "go with it!" The first time I met Izzy, she told me "Sorry Porter couldn't make it, he's playing D&D". I laughed and said "I like you guys already!" From there, Erika of The Greatest Adventure Weddings and I had a blast working on their design together.

A bright and cheery color palette mixed with a private waterfront venue made their day extra special. I even collaborated on their arbor with Izzy's Dad Dave. Their wedding is truly one for the books! See all of the magic below.

Thank you Izzy and Porter!

Xo

Carlee 

Kendra + Tyler

Photographers: @smaccracken 
Flowers: @rustedvaseco 
Dress: @callabridal
Hair: @michaelangeloledezma 
Makeup: @beautyby.nicoleheath 
Venue: The Foundry by @herbanfeast
Music: @duniland @pickwickmusic
Sound: @phillip.jj
Vendor & Wedding Party Gifts: @wanderer_boutique @sugarbaretaos

When I met Kendra last August during one of my busiest weeks and she accepted my messy bun and work clothes, I knew she was my kind of bride. Laid back, trusting, and fun. The type of bride that says "You're the expert! I trust you" we exchanged texts and Instagram messages over the next few months and suddenly February 24th was here! I had so much fun designing for Kendra + Tyler's winter wedding. It was clean and classic, with just enough of the wild PNW mixed in.

When I got Kendra & Tyler's album this week, my eyes filled with tears looking through their photos. You can see the love they share and how much fun they have together. SO MANY SMILES! I don't think I have ever seen a bride glow as much as you Kendra. Thank you for allowing me to work with you both. I wish you guys many years of happiness!

A special thank you to Kendra's Mom Ellen, for being such a great MOB! :)

Xoxo

Carlee

Jennifer + Dan

Day of Coordinator / Officiant: The Greatest Adventure Weddings

Photographer: Henry Tieu

Hair & Makeup: Anne Timss

Florist: Rusted Vase Floral Co.

Jennifer and Dan's mountain elopement was a show stopper day, filled with love, tears and so much laughter. An amazing team was put together and magic truly happened. Erika of The Greatest Adventure curates some of the most amazing weddings and elopements, she has a knack for putting teams and couples together, and I am so grateful she recommended Jennifer and Dan to me. 

Take a peek at these AMAZING photos from Henry below. 

Congrats you two!

Xo

Carlee

Jordyn + Jeff

Venue: 1927 Events

Photographer: Andrea Sassenrath Photography

Floral Design: Rusted Vase Floral Co.

Another amazing couple, adorable pups and some fun greenery ideas (as seen in Seattle Bride Magazine). Jordyn & Jeff were down to earth, funny as hell, and so in love. They also happened to be science enthusiasts, so we incorporated beakers, Erlenmeyer flasks, dinosaurs and other gizmos & gadgets in to their decor. SO FUN! To date it is one of my favorite designs, and I'm so grateful for the opportunity I had to work with them.

Thanks you Jordyn & Jeff!

XO

Carlee

Boudoir Session

Location: Bemis Arts Building, Seattle, WA

Photography
Catie Coyle Photography
http://catiecoyle.com
@catiecoylephoto

Makeup
Kendra Springer
http://kls-makeupartistry.com
@kls_makeupartistry

Florals
Rusted Vase Floral Co.
https://www.rustedvase.com
@rustedvaseco

Stationary
Euni + Co.
https://www.euniandco.com
@euniandco

Lingerie
Flora Nikrooz
http://flora-nikrooz.com
@floranikrooz

Film Lab:
PhotoVision
http://photovisionprints.com
@photovisionprints

Model 1: @kls_makeupartistry
Model 2: @_geneieve
Model 3: @elisetrattner

Blooms, boudoir and bad ass boss ladys..... What more is there to say?

Ponderosa & Thyme Workshop

Date: November 17, 2017

Location: Tendue, Portland, OR

Workshop Host: Katie Davis, Ponderosa & Thyme

Photographer: MacCoy Dean

Workshop Team: Mark Davis & Sarah Pearson

I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason. Back in November, I was sitting in my van anxiously awaiting set up for a big event, and on a whim, I decided to register for The Ponderosa & Thyme Bouquet Workshop. I am here to tell you that I am so happy I trusted my gut, and so grateful that I made a spontaneous decision to go.

IT WAS WONDERFUL. MAGICAL. INSPIRING. All of the good things, truly!

I walked in to the beautiful Tendue space, and I was greeted by smiling faces and beautiful blooms. I immediately felt at home. 

Katie is an angel. She is the sweetest, most down to earth person I have ever met. She kicked off her shoes, invited us to eat, drink coffee, sip tea, and reflect together. 

We went through a flower meditation, foraging adventure, ate delicious meals and had the most wonderful GLUTEN FREE | VEGAN DONUTS from Katie's husband Mark of BigWig Donuts.

Katie's workshop staff included; Sarah Pearson, her husband Mark Davis, and photographer MacCoy Dean. Everyone was kind, supportive, and had their own inspiring stories to share.

Thank you for everything Katie, Mark, Sarah, and MacCoy. And thank you Antje, Robyn, Lindsay, and Emily for being yourselves, I feel lucky to have flower friends like you.

XO

Carlee

Chauanh + Gabriel

Date: August 12, 2017

Coordinator: Luma & Lavender

Photographer: Luma Weddings

Venue: Private Residence, Whidbey Island

Florals: Rusted Vase Floral Co.

Chauanh and Gabriel were married at a beautiful family home on Whidbey Island. The sun was shining and a light breeze rolled through the property, the perfect wedding weather! Family and bridal party members were bustling around, vendor teams were prepping food, folding napkins, and taking photos. It was laid back and intimate, one of my favorite wedding set ups! (Not to mention one of my favorite couples.)

I first met Chauanh & Gabriel at a coffee shop in Capitol Hill, they were silly, sweet, and so happy to be planning their wedding together. Their vision for florals was simple and lush, with a touch of the PNW beach. Gabriel's Dad built a custom driftwood arch for the ceremony that I wish I could have taken home with me, it was stunning! They fused together Vietnamese traditions with their romantic ceremony and reception, and everything went together beautifully!

One of the best details of the day was perhaps Chauanah's three dresses! One red, one white, one pink. Each representing a significant part of their cultures and commitment to one another.

Working alongside Haley & Kyle Goldie of Luma Weddings/Luma & Lavender is always fun and the images from Kyle are stunning! Take a peek below....!

Thanks Chauanh & Gabriel!

XO

Carlee

Lizzie + Carlo

Date: August 5, 2017

Photographers: The Popes
Planner: Taylor'd Events Group
Venue: Novelty Hill-Januik Winery
Signage: Magnolia Sign Boutique
Rentals: CORT Party Rental
Dress: The Dress Theory
Paper Goods: Shine Wedding Invitations
Cake: The CakeWalk Shop
Favors: Seattle Chocolate
DJ: Braden Landon
HMUA: Erin Skipley

When I think back on the 2017 wedding season and all of the great couples and vendors I worked with, there are a few that stand out in particular. Lizzie & Carlo's wedding day is one of those special ones. They were sweet, down to earth, and gave me that "creative freedom" that we all crave. Lizzie knew what she wanted, and she trusted me to bring her vision to life. A warm and inviting wedding with modern and minimalistic style. A truly wonderful team was put together for this day, and I could not be more excited to share the STUNNING photos from The Popes! Thank you Lizzie and Carlo.

Carlee

Erica + Eli

Date: August 26, 2017

Venue: SODO Park

Catering: Herban Feast

Planner: Holly, Perfectly Posh Events

Photographer: La Vie Photography

Cake: Honey Crumb Cake Studio

Hair & Makeup: Off White Makeup & Beauty

DJ: Integral DJ's

Photo Booth: 321 Foto Booth

Transportation: Butler Transportation

A day filled with laughter, group hugs at the altar, and SO many smiles. Erica & Eli's Sodo Park wedding was so lovely and elegant. Holly of Perfectly Posh events helped to curate a wonderful vendor team, and La Vie Photo truly captured all of the best moments and details. In my first meeting with Erica and her Mom, they both told me how much they loved big, full blooms. Luckily, late August in Seattle is PRIME dahlia season. We filled their centerpieces full to the brim with beautiful local product, accented with gold votives, bud vases, and hurricane candle. It really was a beautiful wedding. Thank you Erica & Eli, it was truly a pleasure to work with you! Xox

Carlee