~Weekend Wedding Snapshot~

 (Stephanie and Eric's wedding at Pickering Barn last summer, Van Whye Photography)

One moment that is captured so beautifully by photographers is the 

{First Look}

It is just so sweet! 

As soon as I get photos from the photographers, this is one of my favorite images to see.  The look on the groom's face when he sees his gorgeous bride all dressed and glammed up.  

Priceless.

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

Welcome to my newest couples, booking this year up fast!

~Print Your Wedding!~

Happy Monday ya'll!!!

I am finally slowly getting caught up in life, business and everything else since my crazy wedding season is coming to a slowing speed. I mean weddings every weekend since May has been SO fun but leaves little time for blog posts, and pretty much anything else!

Anywho on to a big and important topic in weddings . . . photography and prints.  I see SO many brides these days spend a TON of moolah on photography, but then not order one print or book or anything.  Yes they have the digital images to put up on FB, but what about a lovely print or book to display your BIG DAY in your home?  

I think this is huge:)

If you can't afford a book, at least order a big print to frame OR get a canvas print.

There are so many companies out there on-line that you can order these from for cheap!

One I have used recently is Printcopia . . . great prices, fast service and delivery of a great product!

I am currently going through ALL of the photography of this year's weddings, and want to pick my top 5 pics to print for my office on canvas prints. SUCH a hard choice but I am super excited!!!

Anywho here's my latest:

                                                                         Source: instagram.com via Tamara on Pinterest

From Corey's wedding last year (adorable right?) 
Photography by Amy Walton Photography.

Thoughts?  If you are married, do you have a wedding book, prints or canvases in your home from your big day???

                                                            Source: adesignstory.com via Easy Canvas Prints on Pinterest

                                                              Source: misstweedle.blogspot.ca via Katie on Pinterest

Enjoy your week lovies!!!

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Wedding Tips for my Brides #1: Bestie~

Soooooo . . .

I wanted to start a little "tips" series here 

just on random wedding planning tips for all of my brides out there.

So stay tuned for some simple little tips from a wedding planner.

Wedding Tip:

~Bestie Pic~

Make sure at your wedding you get a super cute fun pic with your bestie aka MOH.

You both will treasure it forever.

Make it fun!
Make it you.

                                                                           Source: twitter.com via Tamara on Pinterest

                                                                    Source: google.com via Jenny on Pinterest

                                                                          Source: imgfave.com via Tamara on Pinterest

                    ~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

                        No matter what happens in life you always will have your bestie!

~Wedding Shoe Shot~

We all can agree that every bride needs a shoe shot.  A fun pic of their wedding shoes.

This one is perfect! The heels and the happy couple in the background.

(can't find original source! Anyone know? Found on Pinterest)

Love.

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Boutonnieres on Display~

On Display, On Display 

(song by Melissa Gorga from RHONJ in my head right now! Hee hee)

Boutonnieres are adorable pieces of art and should be treated just as important as a floral bouquet.

Some of my favorite wedding photography shots are of these boutonnieres "on display"

Here are some recent fave shots:

(source: Martha Stewart Weddings)

(Source: Martha Stewart Weddings)

(Source: Laura Leslie Photography on Style Me Pretty)

(Found on my Pinterest, photographer unknown)

(Source: The Knot)

(Source: The Knot)

(Source: Anna-be.com.  Original Source not known)

I can't wait to help my brides/photographers capture these great pieces.

I've also seen where they label the boutonnieres with cute tags.

Love it!

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Corey and Kyle's Wedding~

What an amazing wedding it was!

So glad Corey found me online to help with her wedding.  

She is one of the sweetest ladies I know, and not to mention gorgeous! 

(Reminds me a little of J Lo!)

She had so many fun ideas for her wedding, and I just helped her implement these.

Turned out perfect!!!

I will do some posts about her wedding, details, etc. soon.

For now here is one of my favorite photos from her wedding, by one of the best photographers I know

Amy Walton Photography

 Corey in her Vera Wang gown . . .

and 2 of her daughters

flower fairies

 walking outside on the dock at The Woodmark Hotel in Kirkland, WA

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Making Magic!~

Another fabulous wedding!!!

Congrats Destiny and Fili, your wedding last night was amazing!

The Samoan/Hawaiian food was delicious, the dancing performances were so great!

We made it happen with 400 guests, and it looked stunning.

Photos soon my ladies!

Oh I so love my job.

These brides help me make some magic happen and I LOVE it!

 

 (Source)

One of these days I will get caught up, it's a busy wedding season!

Next weekend: Eugenia and Don's wedding at the WAC in Seattle:-)

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Sail Away~

My lovely bride/new friend Corey is getting married in TWO DAYS!

I can't hardly wait.  I'm crazy and I love this job to pieces.

With all the last minute time-line changes, escort card making, detail planning I am a busy little bee.

To tie you over until these amazingly beautiful wedding photos are up . . . check this out!

(source)

I love this photograph! Everyone should have a sail away wedding photo, right?!

Until next time my loves!

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Photobooth Fun!~

Yes it has been around for a little while, but people are still having a blast with the Photobooths!

(source)

One of my sooooon upcoming weddings are doing a photobooth set up area.

I got this for her:

 

Fun right?!

You can find this on Etsy by the cute shop Little Retreats

After July 23rd I will post up some fun pics from this wedding!!!

Enjoy your day loves!

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Seattle Wedding Locations: Kerry Park~

Seattle has so many beautiful outdoor wedding venues.

(just make sure it doesn't rain on your special day-even if it means good luck right?)

How sweet would this view be on your wedding day?

(via)

With the Seattle skyline as your back drop?

Yup that is where one of my engaged couples will be having their ceremony in July.

Congrats Megan and Justin!

I can't wait to see their photos . . .

(Via Azzura Photography)

There are so many fun photo op spots right around the park as well.

 (Photography by Mastin Studio)

Can't wait!

Kerry Park

211 W Highland Dr
Seattle, Washington 98119
(206) 684-4075 ‎

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Beautiful Blush to start your week~

Hello everyone, and happy Monday!

I hope you all had a fabulous weekend.

Here's a sweet photo for you today . . .

Such a great photo!

I love the beautiful soft bridesmaid dresses.  The matching shoes, and the mismatching hangers.

So soft and pretty.

Hope your week is off to a good start!

(We had a gorgeous wedding we attended and helped with at Broadmore in Seattle on Saturday, photos soon)

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Oooh la la Orange~

Love this dress!

How fun to spice up a white dress with your wedding colors just by the tulle underneath!

So pretty!

Found on Wedding Cheesecake Blog

Photography: Sara Jayne

Dress: Mrs. Kennedy by Stephanie James

I would have totally done this . . . but in red! LOVE love love

What do you think?!

Well enjoy the rest of your week lovies!

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Seattle Wedding Venues: The Woodmark Hotel~

Hello there!

What a busy weekend I had with Simply by Tamara Nicole.

Soooo much fun:-)

Meetings:

 Wednesday

(Andy and Brooke for drinks, had a blast!)

Thursday

(Erika for coffee to discuss her Hawaii wedding)

Saturday

(am: Megan, Justin and mom at Kerry Park)

(pm: Corey and her adorable girls for viewing her venue and discussing details)

Today

(Meeting at a salon to discuss discounts for my brides!)

So much wedding excitement over here I can hardly contain myself!

Ok on to my post . . .

I wanted to share with you some amazing venues around the Seattle area that I get the priveledge to work with this summer

Today's highlight:

The Woodmark Hotel

Kirkland, Wa

Located right on Lake Washington . . .

The Woodmark Hotel is a perfect gorgeous location for a wedding.

AND the staff is super friendly and fun to work with

(shout out to Whitney!)

Their tent:

(source)

Here are some wedding photography shots from weddings at The Woodmark . . . enjoy!

(After July 16th I will have our own photos to share from Corey and Kyle's wedding)

 They take you out on a boat after your ceremony to enjoy a glass of champagne and a moment alone before the reception . . . and for some great photos!

(via Cory Parris Photography)

They have an amazing stairwell for photos . . .

(source)

(via)

Via Affinity Photography

Gorgeous right?!

Can't wait!

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

~Amazing Wedding Photograph~

Simply amazing photograph . . .

and I can't find the photographer to give credit.

Found here

How whimsical and romantic.

Love.

(Pssssst if you have Pinterest let me know, borderline obsessed right now.)

~Enjoy~

Simply by Tamara Nicole

P.S. Good things coming up with Simply by Tamara Nicole. 

Soooo excited I can't sleep. Stay tuned!

~Stunning Wedding Photo Shoot~

Happy Saturday lovies!

Hope your weekend is off to a great start:-)

We are remodeling the bathroom, sheesh it is a lot of work, but I love the transformation!

To keep us going for our weekend . . .

A few gorgeous photos

From Exhibit Emotions Photography Blog:

                                                                         Source: dashacaffrey.com via Tamara on Pinterest

                                                                         Source: dashacaffrey.com via Tamara on Pinterest

                                                                        Source: dashacaffrey.com via Tamara on Pinterest

                                                                            Source: dashacaffrey.com via Tamara on Pinterest

I love the simplicity of this shoot. 

I want this table so bad, it's stunning as well, great props!

Team involved:
- Photography by - London wedding photographer Dasha - Exhibit Emotions
- Venue - One Marylebone Wedding Venue London
- Jewellery - Yulia Kunze Hair Jewellery
- Makeup - London wedding airbrush makeup artist Mariam Jensen
- Hair - Wedding hair designer Cassandra
- Flowers - Fairy Nuff Flowers
- Dresses - Adamo Bridal boutique
- Models - Kara Wenman

Check out the feature about this shoot on Love My Dress wedding blog.
Keep it stunning ladies!

~Tamara Nicole~

Pssst . . . if you missed it:

~How to Throw a Bridal Shower~

~Wedding Shoe Lust~

~Wedding Dress Love: The English Dept~

~Wedding Shoes~

Ask me what my first wedding detail that I thought about . . .

The dress?

Nope!

Venue?

Nada.

The Shoes!

“I don’t know who invented high heels, but all women owe him alot.”
- Marilyn Monroe -

So when I got married 2 years ago . . .

 We paid for it all ourselves so unfortunately I couldn't afford my Louboutins . . .

So I bought these from good old J. Lo.

If I could go back . . . or have another wedding (with the same man of course!)

I'd for sure get any of these . . . 

Photography by Caroline Tran

Photography by Callaway Gable

Photography by Caroline Tran

Photography by Amy Wass

                                                   Source: Uploaded by user via Corrineonline.com on Pinterest

***My Fave!***

                                                                 Source: lisarigbyphotography.com via Tamara on Pinterest

Lisa Rigby Photograpy Mischka's!

(Image source) love the Lou's!

“Not diamond but heels are a girl’s best friend.”- William Rossi -

No matter which shoes you prefer . . .

Break your shoes in.
Wear them inside and gradually increase the wear periods. If you're not used to wearing heels or even if you are, there are many shoe products available that will make your shoes more comfortable.
Foot Petals (footpetals.com) offers a wide range of products and so does Dr. Scholl (drscholls.com). You may find these products so fantastic you'll want to use them in all your shoes!

Remember:
"The journey of a thousand miles begins by finding your "wedding" shoes."
Laotzu, 1st century B.C.

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~