one of our favorite elements of pacific northwest outdoor weddings is the dramatic landscapes. with backdrops that include towering timbers, basalt cliffs, and occasionally waterfalls, our pnw brides tend to gravitate towards the great outdoors when planning their unique wedding days.

that was definitely the case for #aandbabe regan and ryan! combining the simple yet stunning aesthetic of their forest wedding at skamania lodge in stevenson, washington, regan and ryan infused modern details into their outdoor nuptials. from cake cutting flash photos to custom wedding desserts, here are a few of our favorite moments from their current woodland wedding!

fresh floral ground arch

we’ve all seen a standing ceremony arch, but 2024 is the year we see fresh floral ground arches take center stage! by positioning florals on the ground, this wedding ceremony decor immediately has a relaxed and enchanting appearance.

adorned with an abundance of fresh blooms and greenery, grounded wedding florals still create a ceremony focal point. more natural in appearance, the romantic atmosphere made by wedding flowers on the ground is undeniable.

timeless dark green bridesmaids dresses

regan decided to take a modern approach to her bridal party attire by selecting earthy and elegant dark green bridesmaids dresses. adding a sense of sophistication to the bridal party, the emerald green bridesmaids gowns were perfect for their forest wedding. by selecting a dark green shade that fit both their indoor and outdoor wedding settings, regan’s bridal party looked comfortable and chic the entire day!

3d floral wedding dress by made with love

when shopping at the best bridal shop in portland, oregon, regan discovered made with love bridal dresses. a&bé portland bridal shop carries a wide range of made with love bridal styles including whimsical floral bridal gowns, sleek crepe wedding dresses, and more. regan found herself falling in love with mwl’s 3d floral illusion wedding dresses. ultimately saying yes to ‘posie’ dress by made with love, the gown’s 3d floral details added lots of texture and dimension to her bridal look.

classic cathedral bridal veil and simple drop earrings

while regan’s textured floral gown was whimsical, her bridal accessories were more traditional. wearing a classic cathedral bridal veil by sara gabriel, regan’s ‘tia veil’ had an elegant pencil trim that framed the entire look.

regan wore her hair in a half-up, half-down style with simple pearl drop earrings. her ‘ren earrings’ by untamed petals paired perfectly with a delicate pearl necklace she wore with her strapless gown.

contemporary cake cutting flash photos

flash photography during certain celebratory reception moments has become all the rage. from champagne tower snapshots to a candid cake-cutting ceremony, flash photography adds a touch of drama and romance to these special moments.

as newlyweds regan and ryan cut into their delicious one-tier wedding cake with flowers, the burst of light created a magical effect!

modern custom wedding desserts

when you take a closer look at regan and ryan’s sweet treats, you may see that their wedding dessert table contains a few custom pastries. from personalized wedding photo cookies to a small dog munching on the side of their wedding cake, these subtle dessert designs elevated their reception sweets experience for everyone.

from the enchanting flash photos during the cake cutting to the personalized touch of custom wedding desserts, regan and ryan’s contemporary trends fit their pacific northwest outdoor weddings perfectly! with a little imagination and wedding trend-research, you too can create a trendy and timeless wedding day.
dress designer: made with love / veil designer: sara gabriel / earrings designer: untamed petals / bridal shop: a&bé portland / photographer: madeline rose photography co. / super8 film: brian brose / planning and day-of coordination: evergreen weddings / venue and catering: skamania lodge / florals: trellis flowers / hair and makeup: powder inc. beauty / bride’s hair: always a good hair day pdx / calligrapher: courting design / photobooth: flash photobooth pdx / rentals: west coast event productions / ceiling installation: bowerbird events

CONTEMPORARY TRENDS FOR PACIFIC NORTHWEST OUTDOOR WEDDINGS