Sarah + Brandon

August 16, 2020, Sarah and Brandon officially tied the knot in Clayton, WA! So glad to have you as a part of the Believe Bride Family! Here’s to many years of love, joy, and happiness. Cheers!

The Proposal. Brandon proposed in July 2018 in my favorite place ever, miami! On the beach after a yummy sushi dinner. It was amazing!!

The Big Day: Our wedding was amazing! It was the best day of my life, hands down! We splurged on a great photographer and amazing videographer. Ate macaroons and street tacos, drank coronas and champagne. It was a day my husband and I will never forget.

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: My favorite moment of my wedding was taking 10 minutes with my new husband right after our ceremony and marriage license signing! We sat alone without our phones and smacked & drank beers. It was so nice to just have some time with him right after everything to get to digest the awesome moments we just experienced.

Special Memories: Dancing with my dad was such an amazing moment. My parents are my favorite people, besides my husband, so it was amazing to get to share those sweet moments with them!

What advice would you give to future brides?: Pick bridesmaids who have had the type of wedding you’re having!! It makes a huge difference having people there by your side who have been though it before!

Vendor Credit:

Photographer: Tiffani Given @tiffanigivenphotography
Videographer: Miranda Brittan @mirandalynvideo
Venue: Denison Ridge @denison_ridge
Florals: Rose and blossom @roseandblossomspokane
Dress: believe bride :)
Alterations: Nina Cherie @byninacherie
Hair: Tyra Blazek @hairbytyrablazek @kleurstylehouse
Makeup: Alyssa Walsh @alyssafayemua
Rentals: event rents @eventrentswa
Catering: Borracho @borrachospokane
Macaroons: Lo and Lex Macs @loandlexmacs
Cake: sweet frostings @sweetfrostings
DJ: complete weddings and events

Halie + Colben

Halie and Colben said “Yes” to forever on September 19, 2020. Congratulations you two! And thank you so much for sharing your special day with us!

One of my favorite parts of our special day was when it started down pouring rain, everyone was running for cover but my in-laws walked out to the dance floor and started dancing, then my husband and I shared our first dance to the end of Copperhead Road, not the song we were supposed to dance to first but the moment was too perfect.

Tell us about the proposal! We LOVE to hear these stories. : We are avid hunters and we went to set up hunting camp on October 7th of 2018 where we set up the 'hut' and then went out to go scouting for opening weekend. This was the one time where I was pushing to go hike and really get serious about it, Colben was not about it and was almost insulted I wanted to do so. He kept pushing and pushing to get higher up on the mountain. Once we got up there everyone was parked around and I was trying to explain where I think we needed to set up and no one, and I mean NO one was listening to me. I was absolutely clueless and didn’t understand why no one had their head in the game. I turned to look at Colbens family and his dad had his camera up and I giggled because he sometimes takes cute candids of all of us when we are out and about and when I turned around Colben was down on one knee asking for my hand. It was absolutely perfect, all of our family around, beautiful scenery and what we now call proposal corner. It will forever be our landmark in our sacred hunting camp.

Tell Us About Your Wedding: Our wedding day was nothing short of perfect to Colben and I, we had some trials we had to overcome getting to that day. Our original venue cancelled on us due to COVID and we searched endlessly for a new venue that checked off all of our boxes. We were very adamant on being able to have our bridal party stay at the venue, we wanted to be able to have campers there and a relaxed environment that was surrounded by mountains and timber. We struggled finding somewhere until our amazing photographer asked if we had looked into the SouthFork River Ranch in Stites Idaho. It was perfect….We had a whole palette of colors, dusty blue, dusty rose, soft pinks and peaches, yellows, tans and greens to go with our BoHo/Chabby Chic/Country themed wedding. All of our decorations came from the Hanger Mall in Clarkston WA. And let me tell you, no one could picture it when I would explain to them how I wanted it or why my bouquet had enough flowers to fill a flower shop, my homemade hair piece, and the homemade flower arrangements, but when it was done, everyone had that ah-ha moment. It was everything I had pictured, down to the last detail. It was perfect. We made it through the ceremony, pictures, sat down to eat and then it started raining, and I mean cats and dogs raining. But it was amazing. We danced in the rain as everyone ducked for cover. The environment was perfect and it all fell together how it was supposed to. Many people could not make it due to COVID and older relatives decided not to come due to the thick thick smoke that covered the whole west side of the US and smothered our hometown and venue, but the show must go on. After it poured rain the smoke cleared and we seen the golden sun for the first time in weeks. Heather, my mother in law, had told me that if I feel a flutter or just that feeling, it was my dad. I tell you what, I knew in that moment, not only my dad but all of those we have lost and couldn't be there in person were looking down on Colben and I in that moment. I felt it and I'm pretty sure everyone else did too. Amanda, one of my bridesmaids even asked me if I've ever heard holes in the floor of heaven before. Our day was absolutely perfect.

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Special Memories: I am a huge gift giver and I am not close to a lot of my family members so for the wedding day I had gotten special gifts for my Mother-in-law / best friend and my Father-in-law. And when I say gift giver, I mean the kind of gifts that make your eyes well up, and they did just that. I really don't think there is a time leading up to the wedding or on the wedding day that wasn't special to me. My mother in law helped me make all of the flower arrangements with the bridesmaids and close friends and family, the decorating of the arch to dress shopping. Means our dad passed away when we were young I wanted to have a tribute song to him with my sister, she just didn't know it, so we called her up on stage and she dance with me to Even though I'm Leaving by Luke Combs, we cried, everyone cried but it was amazing. I shared the father daughter dance with my father in law who also walked me down the aisle. My sister did all of the artwork for our invitations, save the dates and thank-yous. All of our wedding was perfectly us.

What advice would you give to future brides?: Weddings are stressful, there were many nights I felt like pulling my hair out because I was worried we weren’t going to find a venue, things weren't going to pan out, we weren’t going to have enough time but you just have to take a step back and breathe. You are getting married no matter what, trashbag dress or not, at the end of the day you are walking out a married woman to the love of your life. The details don't matter. No one is going to know if you paid hundreds of dollars on the keepsakes, signs, or decorations. Its your day, there are going to be stressful moments but make sure you have more fun moments than stressful ones. Lean on others around you they are all there to help.

Vendor Credit: Venue - SouthFork River Ranch Stites Idaho http://southforkriverranch.com/
Dress - Believe Bride https://believebride.com/
Caterer - The Love Shack Kitchen https://loveshackkitchen.com/
Beer - Groundwork Brewing https://groundworkbrewing.square.site/
Photographer - Courtney Kammers Photography https://www.courtneykammers.com/
Art work - Harley Decius
DJ - Our close friend Robert
Videographer - Pure Production https://pureproductionsmedia.com

Sarah + Matt

Sarah and Matt said “I do” on August 1, 2020. Their intimate ceremony is what dreams are made of! We believe that love should be the forefront of you big day, and the new Mr. and Mrs. Moffatt definitely embraced that! Wishing you both a lifetime of joy.

Tell us about the proposal! We LOVE to hear these stories. : We got engaged on Redtop Mountain in Cle Elum, Washington November 2nd, 2019! It was a beautiful Fall day. The skies were blue and clear and Mount Stuart (that is in the view at the look out) was gorgeous and so clear.

The Big Day: My husband and I originally planned to get married in October of 2020. However, with the virus, our plans were altered. We ended up getting married in a small, family ceremony on August 1st, 2020 at my family property in Cle Elum, WA. We had about 16 people at the ceremony due to mandated requirements. The ceremony was gorgeous all thanks to my Maid of Honor and her sister for setting up the flowers and my Father in Law for building and creating a gorgeous cross that we used as our arbor at the ceremony. It was a beautiful and we plan on doing another wedding but this time, large in May 2021!

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: The dress of course! And having the small ceremony like we did with our families. It was very special and intimate.

Special Memories: My husband reading the sweetest vows to me!

What advice would you give to future brides?: I would remember that your day isn’t about what your dream might be, it is always about you and your spouse. It doesn’t matter if you got married in a shed or at the most beautiful venue. If you get to marry your best friend, that is what is most important. Even in the midst of a pandemic, if you want to get married and have the best day ever, you can!!!

Vendors:

Kailey Wallin - Photography

Why You Should Rent a Suit or Tuxedo for Your Wedding

Your wedding is fast approaching and it’s time to decide: will you rent a suit or tuxedo for the big day, or will you buy? There are pros and cons to each choice, but many grooms find that renting is the most affordable, stress-free option. If your lifestyle doesn’t require you to wear a suit or tux for regular formal occasions, renting is likely the way to go! Check out our list of the top reasons to rent a suit or tuxedo for your wedding: 

1) It’s affordable.
There’s no getting around it -- renting a suit or tuxedo for your wedding is almost always going to be cheaper than buying. Many suit and tux rentals are under $200, making this a great option for looking sharp on a budget. 

2) You can level up your look.
If you have a little more to spend, you can rent a designer suit for a fraction of the suit’s purchase price. Why not go all out on your wedding day? We carry some of the industry’s most sought after designers, including Michael Kors, Allure, and Ike Behar.

3) It’s streamlined.
All you need to do is choose your look with our tux specialist (either in store or from home via Zoom) and give us your guys’ info, and we’ll take it from there! We’re happy to reach out to your out-of-town groomsmen to collect measurements and payment -- we can even have their garments shipped directly to them so they have plenty of time to try on and make adjustments before the big day.  

4) You can match your look to your groomsmen. 
If you’re planning to match your groomsmen, renting is the best option. This keeps the cost down for your guys, and makes the process of finding and procuring the right suit much easier. We’re here to help you and your groomsmen feel comfortable and confident on the big day. We even have options if the groom wants to purchase, but groomsmen want to rent -- you can still match!

5) It’s easy to accessorize. 
Most suit and tux rentals will also help you accessorize your look. At Believe Bride, we help you find a style that complements your body type and make recommendations for accessories like shoes, ties, and cufflinks. All you have to do is set an appointment and we’ll do the heavy lifting! If you’d rather invest in a suit to keep, don’t worry! You can also purchase your favorite style from our collection of men’s suits in Spokane.

If you decide to rent a suit or tuxedo for your wedding, the Believe Bride team will help you every step of the way. Our experienced consultants will make sure your suit or tux complements your bride’s dress style, stays within your budget, and most importantly, fits your body! 

Book an appointment today to find the perfect suit or tux rental in Spokane.

Sandra + Owen

Sandra and Owen became Mr. and Mrs Rust on August 8, 2020. They hosted their beautiful ceremony on their family’s property in Sandpoint, ID. Congratulation you lovebirds! We wish you a lifetime of happiness!

My wedding was an antique, garden theme. Lots of lanterns, beautiful flowers arrangements that my mother made, beautiful vines, the decor was brilliant thanks to my sisters! We had pasta and lots of beer ;)

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: That’s really hard to pick but probably dancing the night away with my husband!

Special Memories: My grandfather gave me away due to my father passing away in 2015. My Gramp cried and cried, hugged and kissed me, it was so sweet. He was very honored and thrilled I asked him. He was devastated by the loss of his son, my dad.. so he was speechless on Christmas Day when I asked him to give me away.

What advice would you give to future brides?: Give yourself at least 1 year and be realistic about a budget!!

Vendor Credit: 

A&P’s Bar and Grill

Ruby Frog Entertainment

Tina Inez Photography

Shawna + Tully

August 22, 2020, Shawna and Tully officially tied the knot at Sacheen Lake, in Newport WA! So glad to have you as a part of the Believe Bride Family! Here’s to many years of love, joy, and happiness. Cheers!

The Proposal. : It was 8:00 am and Tully wanted to go for a walk in 40 degree weather. I did NOT want to go but he kept pushing me so I finally gave in. We took one last walk down by the Spokane river, it was freezing. He said he had something for me and pulled away from me to get down on one knee, which I was not expecting it! He had been in the Air Force for 9 months, and we were finally going to be together again. It was a special moment for us both and I’m so happy he did it in his own way!

The Big Day: One of the most creative things I’ve ever done was our center pieces! His last name is Kerr, and there are Kerr mason jars. I spray painted then rose gold and put some flowers in them and everyone loved it! The venue was his aunts house, a beautiful location and we were so blessed that she let us have our special day there. It was a elegant/rustic theme with purple, grey and rose gold as our special colors. With the theme we chose, not knowing our wedding was going to be at the lake, it tied in nicely with the lake! It was small and intimate and personal to my husband and it meant so much to us to have it at a location that he took a pet in growing up in.

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: Putting on my wedding dress for the first time in months, seeing myself with my hair and makeup done. And the excitement I felt when Tully was going to see me for the first time as his soon to be wife.

Special Memories: My dad seeing me for the first time. Tully’s mom putting on her mother’s pearls on me. Tull watching me coming down the isle. My niece seeing me for the first time. My bridesmaids singing a “love is an open door” adjusted song to me and Tully. Daddy daughter dance. (I never knew how important this dance was until we did it). Our pastor announcing us a husband and wife.

What advice would you give to future brides?: Don’t stress. It’s not worth it! Make sure every person on site has at least one job to handle while you relax and get ready. I didn’t have to worry at all on my special day because everyone knew what I wanted and they knew how to handle certain situations. Take care of yourself on your day!

Vendors:

Photographer: Rebekah Read Creative

Victoria + Mark

Victoria and Mark said “Yes” to forever on July 26, 2020. Congratulations you two! And thank you so much for sharing your special day with us!

We got married on the Pend Oreille River. COVID made it so that our 200+ guests went down to 95. We thought it would take away from our day, but the truth is that we couldn’t have felt more loved and supported than we did.

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: I looked at my high school sweetheart, my best friend, my love for the past four years and realizing that it was real. I was finally his wife and that we have our entire lives ahead of us.

Special Memories: I have five brothers! I did a reveal to them and my dad. THEY ALL CRIED WHICH WAS THE MOST SPECIAL MOMENT I COULD HAVE IMAGINED.

What advice would you give to future brides?: Drink water, EAT SOMETHING, and squeeze everyone as tight as you can!

Vendor Credit: 

Photographer: Noah Baker Photography
Catering: Taste of Country Catering
Venue: Grand Pend Oreille Weddings

Megan + Trevor

Megan and Trevor had to change their plans in the face of our current world events, but it couldn’t have turned out better! They tied the knot July 5th, 2020 in Kettle Falls. Congratulations you two!

There’s a small, old, abandoned schoolhouse he took me to on our first trip up there, and I fell in love. We decided that since we had to cut down on our list so much, this school house would be perfectly romantic and so sentimental. It was a dream!

Tell us about the proposal! We LOVE to hear these stories. : We were visiting the place where we first met, two years earlier. We were getting ready to leave, but his car wouldn’t start (turns out he had pulled some stuff out to make sure it didn’t run). He asked to go on a walk with me to “de-stress” (dramatic I know). We stood by the river and watched the clouds roll in. He looked at me and smiled, said “I really love you”, and got down on one knee. I had NO IDEA it was coming. Suddenly I noticed a dear mutual friend hiding in the bushes taking photos, along with several other close friends. I cried and said yes a dozen times.

Description of Your Wedding: Like so many others, our wedding was affected by COVID. It was supposed to be on Mount Spokane, but we moved it two hours north to his hometown. There’s a small, old, abandoned school house he took me to on our first trip up there, and i fell in love. We decided that since we had to cut down on our list so much, this school house would be perfectly romantic and so sentimental. It was a dream.

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: My favorite part was the first look. My heart was beating out of my chest! The photographer told me to reach out my hand and touch his shoulder. He teamed up and I could tell he was tearing up. He turned around and we absolutely cried. He held me and suddenly all the anxiety melted away, all I was was excited and eager to marry my best friend.

Special Memories: My mom danced to “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” by Whitney Houston with me!!! Best dance moment ever.

What advice would you give to future brides?: Take mental screenshots because the day will be over in what feels like a flash!

Vendor Credit: 

Caterer: Wanderlust Delicato
Photographer: Tori Osteraa
Florist: Holly Hoffman, Fresh Design Gallery & Rentals

Brides Across America

We are so honored to partner with Brides Across America to bring this incredible event straight to our community!

Building on our mission which supports our military and first responders, we are sharing the love to include frontline healthcare workers of the COVID-19 pandemic. Brides Across America will be giving back to those who risk their lives to keep us safe by launching its nationwide campaign, starting June 30, 2020. Believe Bride will kick off its free wedding gown giveaway September 15th. You are invited to join us for this special event at 306 S Pines Rd, Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Whether it is for love of country or love at the altar, our frontlines deserve our very best. Planning a wedding can be stressful, so we are here to help. Brides Across America will be honoring active military, first responders, healthcare workers, and veterans. Brides Across America, along with bridal retailers nationwide, will donate free bridal gowns to our heroes. Salons will offer a selection of designer wedding gowns as part of the Operation Wedding Gown initiative.

““Together strong is my new mantra. I am so grateful for the selfless acts of our healthcare workers, first responders, and military that provide us support each and every day. This is our way to keep us united in love and our way of thanking all of you”.”

— Heidi Janson, Founder of Brides Across America

How to Qualify and Register for an Operation Wedding Gown Event:

For more information on how to qualify, to locate a salon near you, or to register for an event, go to www.bridesacrossamerica.com. Brides must present proof of occupation on the day of the event.

About Believe Bride:

At Believe Bride, you can expect to find a gown that tells your love story. All of our gowns are handpicked by designers throughout the year, bringing you the most gorgeous gowns of each season. Every bride is unique, so we believe your dress should be too, that is why we have relationships with several leading designers as well as those who are up and coming. The majority of gowns in our collection range from $1500-$1800, with a few exceptions. From size 0 to size 30, whether you order your dream gown or take it home with you off the rack, we have gowns here at Believe Bride for you to try on in the store.

About Brides Across America:

Brides Across America is a nonprofit organization that honors our heroes by making their dreams come true. Since its inception in 2008, Brides Across America, in collaboration with bridal salons and designers, such as Vera Wang, has donated more than 25,000 wedding gowns and 26 weddings. Operation Wedding Gown has been featured in PEOPLE, Oprah, and Good Housekeeping, and has appeared on The Steve Harvey Show and The Doctors.

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We can’t wait to meet all of our amazing front line brides and help them make their wedding dreams come true during these unprecedented times.

Winery Styled Shoot

There’s something so magical about working with vendors that we love. This incredible styled shoot that we were blessed to be a part of highlights one of our stunning gowns and stylish menswear options. We believe that love will always prevail, and you can just feel the love in these beautiful photos!

Vendors:

Photographer: Jaime Denise Photography

Location: Cave B Estate Winery

Alyssa Faye MUA

Anthesis Co.

Whispering Daisy Photography

Hair x Haley

Patina Rentals & Designs