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Color Inspiration: Shades of blue and sparkle

Ali Messer — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:00:48 +0000

We are putting together a fun bridesmaid style shoot with the lovely Mica, of Mica Sansaver Life Photography. We are so excited about this project, as it will be something new for us and a team of vendors to work together on! Our color inspiration is simple: Shades of blue and a little bit of sparkle. We can’t wait for this day!

References in order of appearance, top to bottom, left to right: 1. Modcloth 2. Chic Dresses 3. Pinterest 4. The Bride Link 5. Nasty Gal 6. Velvet Palette 7. BHLDN 8. Brunch at Sacks 9. Style Me Pretty 10. Pinterest

Meet Our New Intern, Katherine!

Jessica — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:00:22 +0000

Meet Katherine, the newest addition to the Soirée team! She will be joining Soirée for the summer, working on our blog and some of our summer events. Katherine has a love for the outdoors, and graduated from Gonzaga University with a degree in Public Relations. Read below to hear a little more about her, and be sure to say hello!

What brought you to Spokane?

I am currently attending Gonzaga University and was drawn to the community feel of the school. Being from Wenatchee I was ready for a larger city, but still wanted to be driving distance from home. I have come to love Spokane through the years and love my Zags!

What do you like about living in the Inland Northwest?

The great outdoors is truly a passion of mine. From hiking to skiing, the Inland Northwest boasts the best of the best. I also love the people of the area, the community focus and feel have solidified that this is a unique place to live.

What is your favorite dessert, and where is the best place to get it?

As summer approaches, my current favorite is ice cream from Scoop! They have an array of flavors and I have never been disappointed trying something new!

Color Inspired: Cherry Blossom Wedding

Katie — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:00:32 +0000

Spring is in full force and so are all the beautiful cherry blossoms! I recently have seen the pretty little pink flowers blossoming on trees while on morning runs and was inspired to create a cherry blossom palette. I especially am in love with the beautiful earrings and heals on this palette!

References in order of appearance, top to bottom, left to right:

1. Style Me Pretty 2. Etsy 3. Martha Stewart Weddings 4. DK Designs 5. Martha Stewart Weddings 6. Axioo 7. Martha Stewart Weddings 8. Etsy 9. Wedding By Color 10. Wedding Dresses

Vendor Spotlight: Country Elegance

Jessica — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:08 +0000

Vendor: Country Elegance, owner Jeneen Barrett

Location: Off of Spokane’s South Hill, near Farris High School

Address: 4407 E. Jamieson Rd. Spokane, WA 99223

Phone: (509) 220-3797

Email: countryelegance@hotmail.com

Price Range: Only $3500 for the location and use of all amenities on site. Also includes a $500 deposit. Does not include tables and chairs, however, vendor will chip in $500 towards rentals for up to three days.

Just when we thought we had seen all Spokane had to offer…

We only had to drive a few minutes out of the South Hill to be proven wrong.

Compared to downtown Spokane, we were in another world — a world tucked inside a green valley, cozily surrounded by tall pines, a three-story, fiery red barn, off-setting the lush green fields, filled with the sounds of a faithful waterfall beneath a large weeping willow. But don’t let us forget to mention the ducks, geese, chickens, deer, and horses. Sound like bustling downtown Spokane to you?

This classy working farm has so much to offer, we can’t put it on paper. It’s perfect for those do-it-yourself brides who know what they want. Want to walk down the aisle of horse stalls rather than a church? You can. Want your reception under the stars without the light pollution of the city? It can happen. Want a barn dance? You got it. Want pictures of your wedding party in a field full of horses? Take them. Want authentic cow skulls from Montana as part of your decorations? Perfect…she’s got you covered. There are so many beautiful, unique places to take your wedding photos, the overwhelmed photographer won’t know where to start. You have the location — now you have the freedom. “Just do what you need to do,” says [owner’s name].

Pictures speak louder than words, however.

If this looks like home to you, it’ll be the perfect place for one of the most celebratory and memorable days of your life.

Also allows full use of the following amenities:

Room for + 250

Three story barn

Room for a DJ and dancing upstairs

BBQ

Children’s playhouse

Hunter’s carriage (one of only three left in the entire world!) and sleigh

Horse stalls — perfect for serving your food and drinks

Designated smoking area

Ease of access

Pond, complete with waterfall and boat

House available to the wedding party

References: All photos by Logan Shenkel

Color Inspired: Purple and Violet

Katie — Wed, 08 May 2013 15:00:33 +0000

This color palette was inspired by all the various shades of purple I found when looking at wedding details. A combined mixture of different shades can make for a beautiful wedding theme anytime of the year. I especially love the purple heels in this palette that either the bridesmaids or bride could wear on the wedding day.

References in order of appearance, top to bottom, left to right:

1. Wedding Chicks 2. Daydreamer Desserts 3. Frosted Petticoat 4. Loverly 5. Frosted Petticoat 6-7. Ruffled Blog 8-10. Wedding Omania

Color Inspired: Black and White

Katie — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:00:50 +0000

Black and white can be classy anytime during the year. This inspiration came from a striped and checkered black and white suit combination. I had never seen this sort of combination before and thought it would add a little flare to a black and white wedding.

References in order of appearance, top to bottom, left to right:

1. The Knot 2. Cake Central 3. Style Me Pretty 4. Zoom Bridal 5. Lyst 6. Etsy 7. Junebug Weddings 8. Celebrations Couture 9. Me & My Bentley 10. Wedding & Party Network

Tips for a Budget Friendly Bridal Shower

Katie — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:00:41 +0000

Recently myself and two other girlfriends got together to plan a budget friendly bridal shower for one of friends who is getting married this summer. We promise that an inexpensive, yet still beautiful wedding shower is completely possible with innovative and creative thought!

TIPS:

Don’t plan on serving a full meal. Stick to desserts or light snacks. Guests will be completely happy without a full course meal.
Pull together all the different vases and lights or decorative things you each own before going shopping. Sometimes you have more things hiding in the closet that would be perfect for a shower than you originally thought! Flowers are always a beautiful touch to a shower but they can be expensive. If you or any friends have a garden, use your resources and pick some of the flowers instead of buying them all.
No need to serve copious amounts of alcohol at a shower. Stick with signature cocktail, wine, or mimosos.
Make a fun photo-booth! Use fun props so that guests can receive photos from the day and so that the soon to be bride can have a memory book of her shower.
Play games! Guests always enjoy these and brings smiles and laughter to everyone attending. One example of a great game is dividing guests up into groups and having them design wedding dresses on one member with toilet paper. You can find more ideas at Beau-coup wedding blog.

Here are a few of the photos collected from Claire’s bridal shower this spring. Enjoy!

Color Inspired: Light and White with a touch of Color

Katie — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:00:22 +0000

Nothing is wrong with loving the color white! I think especially in the summer months a beautiful white wedding with a touch of color makes for a wonderful light color scheme. This inspiration is full of ideas especially for an outdoor wedding when the weather is warm and beautiful. Adding a color bouquet to a mostly white wedding is the perfect way to add a little color pop.

References in order of appearance, top to bottom, left to right:

1. One Wed 2. Ruffled Blog 3. Style Me Pretty 4. Style Me Pretty 5. Martha Stewart Wedding 6. Ruffled Blog 7. Style Me Pretty 8. Toms 9. Wedding Chicks 10. Preston Bailey Bride Ideas

Real Wedding: Brandi + Duane

Katie — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:00:41 +0000

We were so lucky to be included in the intimate and personal wedding of Brandi and Duane last October. They were an ambitious and organized couple that planned a beautifully detailed wedding for a small group of friends and family at the Coeur d’Alene Resort. Because the two were so organized and prepared we Soirée was there the day of to assist and make the day run smoothly. Their group of about 50 guests danced the night away to Complete Music, had a lovely meal catered by the resort, enjoyed cake from Just American Desserts, and lovely flowers from Lakeside Floral & Design were beautifully placed throughout, while Quicksilver Photography captured some beautiful images!

Color Inspired: Rustic Plum, Navy, and Gray

Katie — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:00:28 +0000

This wedding color palette was inspired by the grooms plaid shirt. I loved the mix of colors and thought it would make for a perfect color combination during the summer months. Backyard weddings are beautiful and keep costs down during the summer. I put together this palette based on ideas that I thought would be great for a summery outdoor wedding.

References in order of appearance, top to bottom, left to right:

1. WildFlower 2. Chezz Wedd 3. Green Wedding Shoes 4. Michelle Chu Photography 5. Ruffled Blog 6. Charlotte Geary Photography 7. 100 layer cake 8. Shop DejaVu 9. Sweet Mondays 10. Ruffled Blog