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Jessica + Kyle

Jessica and Kyle had their dream wedding this summer. Welcome to the Believe Bride squad! Thank you for sharing all about your special day with us! We are so happy to be able to be a part of your love story. Congratulations!

The Big Day: Our wedding day was the perfect day. Despite little things going “wrong” (like forgetting to put the center pieces out and it being 100+ degrees), it was the best day.

Kyle, his family and myself worked hard almost every day after work and every weekend to make sure the property was ready for our wedding day and all the hard work paid off. It turned out better than we ever could have hoped.

We had an intimate first look that was captured by our videographer (definitely recommend!!) and photographer. Having this time to spend together and share our gifts before the business of the day was exactly what we needed and I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.

We laughed, cried, danced and shared memories with our closest friends and family. It was the perfect day.

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: It’s is hard to pick just one favorite part but I would have to say the first look between Kyle and I was my favorite moment. I remember looking around the corner, and saw him standing and waiting for me. At the moment it became so real - I was about to get married!

Special Memories: My best friend and maid of honor shared her mother’s blue sapphire ring and matching earrings with me to wear as I married my best friend. This was an emotional and precious moment as her mom, who I considered my second mom, passed away in December 2014. This made it feel like she was right there sharing my wedding day with me.

Another special thing was my uncle built our arbor. He created the most beautiful arbor for us to get married under from cedar. He surprised me with it a few weeks before the wedding.

My dad is in a wheelchair and sharing our first dance was another special moment I will never forget. We danced and laughed while everyone watched and my mom cried while capturing as many pictures as she could.

What advice would you give to future brides?: First off, remember to take a deep breath. Look around and take it all in because as cliché as it sounds, it goes by fast. Just remember why you are getting married and what the day really means. Small things may go wrong but at the end of the day you are marrying the love of your life and that’s all that really matters. Also, on a more practical note, I would recommend a first look! It’s such an intimate time to share with you partner-to-be and it gives you both time to really just be together and take it all in.

Vendor Credit: 

Photographer: Kali Hylton

Videographer: Heather and Jarret

DJ: Tyler Zoesch with Ruby Frog Enterainment

Hair: Jen Ripple at Kiss and Make-Up

Makeup: Alexa Shortell

Eyelashes: Lexie Mulvania

Food: Outlaw BBQ

Cake & Cupcakes: Sophia Yost

Finding the Perfect Wedding Shoes

Finding the perfect bridal shoes to match your dress AND last the entire day can be tough. Here’s some tips on how to navigate this small yet important detail!

 

Step 1: Think about your personality

Clothes are an expression of who we are as individuals… from head to toe. We get so focused on the dress that sometimes we forget about the shoes! Or, we have the perfect wedding shoes for our day and need a dress to match. The number one aspect to think about when deciding on your bridal shoes is to find a pair that shows off your personality. Are you more of a tomboy? Do you like to dress up and wear 5inch heels? Maybe you are more simple and want to be a bit more dressy for the occasion. Whatever the case may be, find the wedding shoe that screams YOU!

Step 2: Comfort and Fit

Sometimes we find a pair of stilettos that are absolutely gorgeous! However, when we try them on they feel like daggers stabbing the balls of our feet. (We’ve all been there) Although looks can be number one for some brides, your wedding day can be long. Be sure that you’ve tried on your bridal shoes and they fit correctly and won’t cause injury on your big day. Break them in before your wedding so you are able to dance the night away at the reception! If you just HAVE to have those gorgeous dagger stilettos, consider buying a second pair of wedding shoes to change into after the ceremony! In the end, be sure that whatever pair you choose doesn’t cause you pain.

Step 3: Incorporate your theme or dress

Do you have a specific color scheme for your big day? Maybe your wedding dress has a subtle pearl detail that you want to emphasize. Thinking about the overall setup of your décor or the build of your dress can make it easier to decide on a wedding shoe. Match your shoes with your color scheme to give your dress a pop of color. Look for similarities in shade or details of your dress and find a bridal shoe that will make those stand out. Or think about your theme and rock something anywhere from feminine cowboy boots to customized converse. If you're looking at a December wedding theme, be sure to take the weather into consideration when choosing your bridal shoes. Thinking of these aspects can make it easier to check off this item from your todo list.

 

At the end of the day, most guests probably won’t remember the wedding shoes you wore. The footwear you choose, however, can heavily impact your ability to enjoy your day. Use these tips to help navigate this decision and if you’ve already got your shoes, bring them with you to your appointments and fittings! The ability to visualize the overall look makes it easier to pick your perfect dress.

If you’re looking for more tips, check out our wedding planning checklist to make sure you're prepared for your big day! Ready to find your dream dress? Make an appointment today to come and see us!

Samantha + Bryce

Samantha and Bryce tied the knot on August 7th, 2021! She was a stunning bride and looked gorgeous in her dress. May your marriage be full of happiness and hunting. Congratulations from all of us here at Believe Bride!

The Proposal: On November 11th, 2020, he got down on one knee in a meadow while we were out hunting last season. 

The Big Day: It was a simple backyard BBQ with good food, drinks, music, and lots of dancing! 

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: Um... all of it! Probably the dancing right after we said our I do's!

Special Memories: Too many!

What advice would you give to future brides?: Don't worry too much in the end, it’s about what’s most important to the two of you and no one else. It’s your day. The rest is just a party! 

Vendor Credit: 

Photography: Kiara Jean Photography
Hair: Rashai Morgan
Catering: Outlaw BBQ

Taylor + Brandon

Welcome to the Believe Bride Tribe! On June 18th, 2021 Taylor and Brandon married. We are so happy for you and wish you luck on your new adventure in Tennessee!

The Proposal:  Brandon proposed while we were visiting family in Knoxville, TN. He wanted to do it while we were in Tennessee as we were soon moving there. We had planned to go tubing down the river that morning, but he had asked that we take a small detour to Cades Cove first. I was annoyed (as I was ready to tube LOL) but agreed. We got out and as I was admiring the mountains and views he was behind me ring in hand. I was shocked (as we had just discussed marriage the night before and he explained he wasn’t ready yet) but it was beautiful! He used my grandmothers wedding ring and it’s absolutely perfect.

The Big Day: Our wedding was at a winery/vineyard and with it being in June everything was filled in, green, and blooming! We only had two bridesmaids and two groomsmen and my father officiated. Another special touch was our memorial table. This was filled with pictures of loved ones who have passed and it was very special to have in our reception area. Our wedding didn’t really have a ‘theme’ but the colors were sage green, creams, white, and navy blue and the decor was very simple, earthy, and natural I would say.

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: My favorite part was having my father officiate it! It made it so special.

Special Memories: The first dance with my husband and father were special to me. My first look with each of them individually were also highlights!

What advice would you give to future brides?: Assign someone that isn’t in the family (if you can) to help with things the day of.

Vendor Credit:

We used Val Cinema for our pictures and videographer and they were amazing!! They’re all over the country and were great with communication, pricing, and quality.

Whitney + Michael

On August 14th, 2021 this couple had said their nuptials in their very own backyard. Small and intimate was the goal to share this special moment with their friends and family. Congratulations from your Believe family!

The Proposal:  The proposal was unique because we had spent the day on the lake and it was a bit windy/chilly, but he keep insisting we go for a walk since the lake was down low enough. Of course I'm thinking to myself why is he asking when I'm finally warm, so he finally got me to walk with him back in a cove area. Then before I knew he's asking me to marry him which without hesitation I said yes!!! 

The Big Day: Our wedding was exactly everything we could have asked for, but better in the sense that we kept it very small and intimate. One special touch I did was writing a hand written note to both my mom and dad just saying thank you, as well as how much I've appreciated them being the kind of parents who are always there for me.

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: My favorite part of our wedding was finally being able to reveal my dress to my now hubby, as well as to my dad. Both of there reactions were priceless and so my sister made sure we captured those. His favorite part of our wedding was everything because of finally being able to tie the knot.

Special Memories: Everything on that day was a special memory especially because I'm now married to my best friend.

What advice would you give to future brides?: Just to breath and have fun on your big day!!!

Vendor Credit:

Food, music, and pictures were done by family members

Courtney + Ryan

July 24th is when this couple said their vows. Simplicity was the theme and love was the focus! Welcome to the Believe Bride Tribe! We wish you all the best in this new adventure.

The Big Day: Our wedding was everything we hoped and more! It was the most simple, easy going wedding because all we cared about was getting married in front of our friends and family. Nothing else mattered!

What was your favorite part of your wedding?:  I had my best friend/bridesmaid be my videographer. She had an amateur video camera and minimal skills, but made the best video ever because she was so involved in the day and wasn't afraid to get in the action of it all! 

Special Memories: One of my favorite moments was doing a first look with my dad. I highly recommend to all brides as it was the most the special moment!

What advice would you give to future brides?: Don't worry/stress over details and planning. The day of, absolutely nothing will matter once you see your fiancé at the other end of that aisle!

Vendor Credit:

Michael and Haley Amsel-photographers
Firehouse Flowers- bouquet

Michaela + Gabe

Friday the 13th was these horror fans day of choice to tie the knot! On September 13th, 2019 this couple brought love and happiness to a day typically associated with bad luck and scares. May your marriage be filled with lots of love and horror (but only in the movies).

The Proposal: We were on our annual anniversary trip to Seaside, OR for our 4th anniversary. We always go crabbing when we are there since it’s my husband’s favorite thing! While crabbing he was saving back some crabs and I was taking photos on the opposite side of him. I turned around to him holding out a little crab holding onto my ring. He proposed and was mortified to hand me the crab thinking I’d toss it overboard!

The Big Day: We are huge horror fans. So what better day to get married on than Friday the 13th under a full harvest moon! I can honestly say I have never met another person who has had a horror wedding. We had a horror photo booth that had a mannequin dressed up as Jason Vorhees, spooky center pieces, our whole bridal party drank from skull glasses and our cake was a creepy beautiful masterpiece!

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: My favorite memory has to be my officiant asking me if it would be okay for us to surprise my husband with me walking down the aisle with a huge red balloon (he is obsessed with IT). My husband had NO IDEA and the balloon was hidden for me to grab as I walked down the isle. His reaction was priceless. We tied it to our alter so it was right between us while we got married.

Special Memories: The whole day was incredibly special, I cannot pick just one moment!

What advice would you give to future brides?: My biggest advice is to soak up every minute. Don’t worry about everybody else’s options and wants. Do what is best for you and your soon-to-be spouse! The day is meant to be about you, so do what makes you happy!

Vendor Credit:

Photographer- Libby Allen Photography
Venue- Stormy LN Estates, owner Jodi Smith

Lauren + Alex

These lovebirds said “I Do” on August 21, 2021 at Belles on the Bluff. Welcome to the Believe Bride Tribe! We wish you nothing but a lifetime of happiness. Cheers!

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The Proposal: He proposed while fishing on our dock taking family pictures at our cabin up at priest lake with his family and my family all there.

The Big Day: We had a beautiful outdoor wedding with perfect 70 degree weather, followed by a dance party in the rain up at the barn with double rainbows as a backdrop! We had a country boho style wedding! Our wedding was specifically planned to be a fun and laid back event where no-one would feel pressure to have to follow any kind of schedule! Our DJ Kevin killed it on creating a fun environment! Our officiant was amazing and created a beautiful yet very personal ceremony for us while keeping it short and sweet like we wanted!

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: Getting to dance in the rain with friends and family and watching all of the kiddos have so much fun dancing along!

Special Memories: The entire day was a dream and I wouldn't change anything about it!

What advice would you give to future brides?: Don’t sweat the small stuff! Something WILL go wrong and that’s ok! I forgot my bouquet in the barn to walk down the aisle and didn't remember until I got up there and had nothing to hand to my maid of honor!

Vendor Credit:

Photo- AlexandraRaePhoto
2nd shooter photo- @KelseyAdkinsPhoto
DJ- Kevin James
Floral- Theresa Worley with @DesignHouseFlorals
Makeup- Haley Madison with @HD_MUA_ (IG)
Hair- Melissa Fraser and Ashley from Studio 525
Officiant- Marissa Mitchell with let's Elope CDA
Caterer- Outlaw BBQ
Cake- Sweet Frostings
Cake Topper - Spokane Laser Design
Venue- Belles on the Bluff

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Your Love is Sweet!

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There’s a special place in our hearts for dessert. Cake, cupcakes, signature treats, custom cookies, pies, the possibilities are endless, and we are absolutely here for it!

Take our amazing couple Catherine and Mitchell, for example. These two love birds had a beautiful spread of treats for their guests, and even added in a snack bar with some savory snacks! We love the options.

(Photos by Angie Penrose Photography, dessert courtesy of Wanna Cupcake Bakery)

When it’s all said and done, we hope your love is just as sweet as these beautiful wedding desserts.

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Lindsay + Tucker

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On August 21, Lindsay and Tucker had their rustic wedding to seal their happily ever after. They say rain on your wedding day is a sign of good luck! So let us join the weather in wishing you the best of luck in your lives together.

Cheer to saying “I Do”!

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The Proposal: He proposed by hiding an antler with a note on it. Then we went hunting and I found it! (How cute is that!)

The Big Day: Our theme was very rustic. It poured rain the entire day, stopped for our ceremony, and rained the rest of the night.

What was your favorite part of your wedding?: All the special people around us. (We LOVE a wedding surrounded by love!)

Special Memories: It rained all day, but we had no option to go inside! Luckily 2 days before we found a giant tent. It was the perfect way to shield us from the weather and still use the stunning scenery.

What advice would you give to future brides?: It’ll be perfect no matter what!

Vendor Credit:

Venue: Trout Creek, Montana

Photographer: Khelsie Eichart Photography

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