Valentine’s Day Shootout Highlights

PC: Jessie Finch Photography

Let’s Go Girls!

My planning process always begins with a mood board to help nail down my color palette and style for the shootout. This shootout was inspired by one of my new inventory items - the pink glasses. When I first saw these glasses I instantly fell in love with the style. I loved the gold rims, pink ombré and waterfall texture of the glasses. They were beautiful, elegant, unique and fun.

I wanted my content day to be all of those things as well, so I thought a Valentines Day themed photoshoot would be perfect for that. It was easy for me to know that I wanted the beauty and elegance of the shootout to come from the florals, the tablespace and the models. But I questioned how could I make the shootout more unique and fun.

Then it clicked, getting ready photos! Not just your typical getting ready shots of the makeup artist applying the final touches. I wanted to take the bridal party in matching robes, bed photo to the next level.

Imagine entering into the bridal suite and seeing a gorgeous balloon arch with balloon daises hung above the bed with a neon sign that best suites the mood. A tray of mimosa ready to be passed out to the party. A bubble machine running to fill the space making everything a little extra bubbly. Shania Twain “Man! I feel like a woman” is blasting through the portable speakers that the maid of honor brought, and the room is filled with joy and laughter. I wanted my “getting ready” styling to highlight the relationship brides have with their best hype team ever, their bridal party.

I have been following the balloon artist - popfetti.co (she’s amazing, go check out her work) on instagram for awhile, waiting for an perfect opportunity to work with her. To my luck she was free that day of the shoot. So I sent over my watercolor sketch to her and she was just as excited about my styling as I was! Oh man did she deliver! Her work turned out exactly what I imagined.

To add to the beauty of this day, we decided not to limit ourselves to just one bride. We had the bridal party models get into my other wedding dress rentals to snap some photos. It was so empowering watching these women be so confident in their own skin. . There were some serious GODDESS vibes as they worked their magic in front of the cameras!

PC: Jessie Finch Photography

PC: Kenzie Kay Photography

The Tablescape

PC: Wilde Ivy Photography

Meet the Vendors

I could not have pulled off this day without our amazing vendors! Everyone was so kind, uplifting, and SO talented! It was truly inspiring to watch everyone shine through their creations to really help make my vision come to life.

Mimi Nguyen | Event Host, Stylist & Rentals

she/her
Gather with Mimi LLC | Event Rentals and Stylings
website: www.gatherwithmimmi.com | instagram: @gatherwithmimi
“I started this business with the intention of spending more time doing things that bring me joy, which usually means being creative! I’m the youngest of 6 kids, and am an auntie to 18 energetic nieces and nephews. I’m PNW born and raised. When I’m not designing and styling, I’m working as an emergency room pediatric nurse, hiking, paddle boarding, or spending time with my large family eating my mom’s delicious homemade Vietnamese food. I’m so excited to work with you all and get to know you better!”
PC: Spencer Chin
Taylor Evers | Lead Photographer

she/her
Taylor Marie Photography
website: taylormphotography.com | instagram: taylor.m.photo
“ I was born and raised in northern California and moved to Seattle in 2019 with my incredibly hilarious and supportive husband Will, along with our sweet pup Lola. We LOVE to travel and explore new places together.
I know what it's like to venture out to an amazing location and have the one you love by your side, experiencing it all with you. Wanting to take in that exact moment to hold on to forever. That's what makes me soo passionate about documenting other couple's adventures.”
Kevin and Amanda Brown | Venue

Forever the Browns | Real Estate & Airbnb
website: foreverthebrowns.com | instagram: foreverthebrowns
“High school sweethearts turn business dynamic duo. We have fallen in love with Tacoma, stemming from when Kevin got hired with the Fire Department 8 years ago. After purchasing our first home and starting our own Airbnb, Real Estate became an obvious path. We thrive on family, coffee dates, exploring new areas, and cuddles with our Bernese Mountain dogs, Brody and Oliver and our two month old Parker!”
Leah | Hairstylist

ZO & CO Styling
website: www.zoandcostyling.com | instagram: zoandcostyling
“I am from Mill Creek and I own Zo & Co Styling. We are an on location bridal hair and makeup company. We also have a beauty studio in Lynnwood for special occasion, maternity, and teen hair and makeup appt. This is our 11year in business. Our team consists of 7 hairstylists and 8 makeup artists.

Outside of work I am enjoying life with my kiddos. Watching their sporting events and running them from one practice to the next. We take as many family vacations as we can so we can unwind from busy schedules. I am personally really competitive so I love when little challenges come my way to participate in. Right now my favorite has to be laser tag and nerf wars.”
Makeup Artist

ZO & CO Styling
website: www.zoandcostyling.com | instagram: zoandcostyling
Sarah McGrath | Florist

she/her
Manette Flower Co
instagram: manetteflowerco
”I am originally from the small town of Susanville, California. I went to college in Los Angeles, met my husband and we relocated to Bremerton 7 years ago. I studied music (cello performance) for my undergrad and went back to school in 2016 to become a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst). I am currently practicing as a BCBA and I work with toddlers with Autism. I have loved gardening and floral design for many years and officially launched my business, Manette Flower Co in the Fall of 2021. I am an urban flower farmer and I grow flowers in my own yard and the yards of my friends. When I'm not working, I love playing with my dog, taking walks through the woods, reading poetry, gardening, hosting friends for dinner, and adventuring with my husband.”
Vicki | Balloon Artist

Popfetti Co
website: www.popfettico.com | instagram: popfetti.co
“I’ve been creating organic luxury balloon garlands and installations with Popfetti for about 2 years. My passion stems from my love for all things events and design. I saw a niche in the event industry that hasn’t been saturated yet, so I decided to open up Popfetti Co and I’m so glad I took that leap! I’m a stay at home mom with 2 kiddos and I’ve been married for 12years to my high school sweetheart! Outside of work, I love to spend time with my family, being outdoors, and trying new places to eat!”