COTTAGECORE-INSPIRED PORTLAND BEACH WEDDING
we can’t remain calm, this cottagecore-inspired portland beach wedding is charming to its core. #aandbabe (and former pdx stylist) chase and jack’s intimate beach wedding with pastel colors clearly captures romance and fun. if you like soft-hued wedding flowers, watercolor bridesmaids dresses, and more, you’ll find rustic beach wedding inspiration in this real wedding feature!
whimsical soft-hued wedding flowers
the delightful natural details at chase and jack’s wedding were abundant. saying ‘i do’ on a sandy beach, the dunes overlooking their ceremony space had patches of beach grass blowing in the wind.
at the altar, whimsical soft-hued wedding flowers adorned pieces of scattered driftwood. these colorful floral beach wedding installations were an enchanting detail and felt very organic, adding to the ease and rustic elegance of chase and jack’s wedding day.
coordinating pastel bridesmaids dresses
the modern styling of their altar flowers matched the pastel bridesmaids bouquets and their color coordinating bridesmaid dresses. each bridesmaid wore a different pastel shade and held a bouquet that matched the color of their bridesmaid dress.
when the bridal party stood together, they created a muted rainbow, full of light pink, dusty pink, light purple, pale blue, peach, and more. if you’re looking for mixed pastel bridesmaid dresses, chase’s colorful bridal party looks are it.
‘prisma’ by alexandra grecco wedding dress
since all of the bridesmaids were wearing color, chase stood out in her alexandra grecco ‘prisma’ gown. chase traveled from montana to oregon to visit our a&bé portland location and shop our alexandra grecco bridal collection.
loving this contemporary bridal line, chase was drawn to this classic silk satin wedding dress. while other playful bridal styles did catch her eye, she ultimately decided that this sophisticated silk bridal gown felt the most true to her and her bridal vision.
wanting to add a little drama to her beach wedding look, chase chose coastal-inspired wedding accessories. her cathedral length veil had long ruffle layers that mimicked the ocean waves nearby. wearing chunky pearl drop hoops and a layered pearl bridal bracelet, chase was a vision as she walked down their sandy aisle.
rustic beach bungalow wedding venue
after their wedding ceremony, everyone gathered at a nearby beach bungalow for their outdoor reception. taking place in an airy courtyard with layered decks, wooden shingles, and ivy growing along the walls, their cozy patio reception felt intimate.
intimate coastal wedding picnic dinner
table settings with crisp white tablecloths and napkins sat in shaded corners. brightly colored flowers filled the tablescape and white taper candles sat in the middle. bistro lights hung above and folding slatted chairs were placed at each setting, creating a pastel coastal picnic wedding dinner aesthetic.
vintage-inspired strawberry wedding cake
knowing their guests would want a sweet treat following dinner, chase and jack stayed true to their rustic cottagecore wedding theme and presented a vintage strawberry wedding cake. this cute strawberry wedding cake had white frosting and fresh strawberries piled on the top and around the bottom. clear cups full of pre-cut strawberry cake slices sat out on a rustic picnic table shaded by an umbrella.
breaking away from their reception to get blue hour photos, jack draped his suit jacket over chase’s shoulders and the two ended their secluded beach wedding day with a forehead kiss.
dress designer: alexandra grecco / bridal shop: a&bé portland / photography: caitlin wilson photography / venue: the salmonberry inn and beach house / florals: wildflower portland / hair and makeup: kyleigh preuss and Ieleen sjoden / coordination: juniper event designs