‘LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND TO SATURN’

It’s hardly a surprise that here at Seattle Bride , we are in love with love. Every day, I open my inbox to a flood of emails recounting the happiest of days. Not a bad job, right? I do count myself as one of the lucky ones who truly loves their job. (See? We’re back to love again!) So, when it comes to creating the magazine, I’m often overwhelmed by the urge to share every story, every image and every moment of the weddings submitted. This issue is filled with inspiration, from beautiful real weddings (page 90) to discovering new venues (page 34) and finding the perfect details (pages 22 and 28).

One of the highlights of creating this issue was collaborating with some of the loveliest vendors the city has to offer. I had the good fortune to work with wonderful, creative souls on our editorial features this issue, including the creative team at Your Perfect Bridesmaid, who worked alongside me to design our catering feature and coordinate the three catering companies that delivered mouthwatering menus. Beloved Jenn Tai Photography captured the luscious cuisine (page 54). And then we made an escape to the coastal town of Seabrook—an idyllic setting that begs for a destination wedding—where we created a gorgeous flower-filled feature with From the Ground Up Floral and Alante Photography (page 46). There is so much more packed into these pages, and I hope each and every reader will find something to love.

Lara Morgenson Burnap Editor in Chief larab@irondiamondmedia.com

Jenn Tai and Ravishing Radishes hard at work.

Alante Photography finding the perfect light.

Meet our fabulous new Art Director, Jessi Pallan, who is making every page pretty with her artistic touch.

(On our covers) The Spring/Summer 2023 issue of Seattle Bride has two stunning covers. Inside each you’ll find the information you need to plan the wedding of your dreams.

“Liquid Tie” silk charmeuse crisscross spaghetti-strap bias gown with tie back from Luly Yang. Pearl halo earrings, amethyst halo necklace, diamond flexy bangle bracelet and diamond cut bangle bracelet, all from Ben Bridge Jeweler. Photographed by Alante Photography. Flowers by From the Ground Up.

Kimberly and Daniel Nguyen at the Rosehill Community Center in Mulkilteo. Photography by Sarah Harris Photography. Bridal Attire from Asos. Hair and Makeup by K&D Beauty. Florals by Callarose & Company. Wedding Planning by Gian Events.