Olivia and Travis exchanged vows on the picturesque 21st of October 2023, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of a fall-inspired wedding. The enchanting venue was adorned with the warm hues of the falling leaves, creating a romantic atmosphere. Pumpkins of all sizes added to the fall vibes. The couple infused their personalities into every aspect of the event, ensuring it was truly unique. As the evening descended, guests gathered around a cozy bonfire, creating an intimate ambiance. Instead of the traditional bouquet toss, Olivia and Travis opted for a delightful twist by having a stuffed animal toss, sparking laughter and joy among their loved ones. It was truly a magical day filled with love, warmth, and special touches that will be remembered for years to come.

The Proposal! Travis proposed to Olivia down on the Greenbelt in Boise, ID. Olivia would NOT turn around when asked to look in the distance for a beaver dam. She finally turned around when a family of ducks swam by. When she turned back around, Travis was down on one knee, proposing.

The Dress! I was very nervous to dress shop as I had gained some weight the past couple of years and I dread seeing pictures of myself. I ended up doing a lot of research and stumbled across Believe Bride where their plus-size selection was enormous! So, I ended up driving from Pasco, WA to Spokane, WA in search of my perfect dress. Darlene was my specialist and knocked it out of the park, as the first dress I tried on ended up being the dress I bought that same day. And it also had pockets! I felt so beautiful and happy and could not have asked for a better dress journey

The Big Day! We went with a semi-casual wedding that was fall-inspired. No specific colors were used, however elements of fall were included, including the changing colors of the trees and lots of pumpkins. My bridesmaids wore dresses in black (whatever style they wanted), that could be worn again. I wanted to make this as stress free for the most important people that were going to standing up with me

What was your favorite part of your wedding? We had a bon fire at the end of our wedding and had a s'mores bar. However the whole day was perfect and it is difficult to pick out a "favorite part"

Special Memories! My sister made a lovely speech as a maid of honor that had everyone laughing. We did not do a bouquet toss but a stuffed animal toss with a symbolic adoption attached to it.

What advice would you give to future brides? Do NOT stress. This is supposed to be a happy day. Let things flow naturally and let others help you (for instance, my officiant ended up not showing up (eek!!) but luckily we had someone ordained in attendance who stepped in and saved the day).