Ericka and Kevin tied the knot on a grey and drizzly April afternoon; however, the clouds outside couldn’t put a damper on the mood inside. Thanks to Cory Parris, one of Seattle’s finest, we’re able to share some of the couple’s lovely photos. We were so glad to be a part of their wedding at Newcastle Golf Club!
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Oh man! I’ve been excited about blogging this wedding ever since meeting the bride for the first time. If ever there was a woman to fully embody “fanciful. offbeat. alternative” I had just met her! Tressa and John’s creative energy was totally awe-inspiring and amazing. For over 18 months we planned The Party of the Century (read: the wedding), and on October 29th we pulled it off!
The couple’s infamous Halloween bash had been a staple in their friends’ and family’s lives for 7 years, so at their annual party in 2010 John (dressed as Louis XVI) proposed to Tressa (dressed as Marie Antoinette) in front of all of their family and friends (dressed as equally crazy Halloween party-goers) via a flaming magic trick! It was then only fitting that the following year’s Halloween party HAD to be the wedding itself. Following Tressa and John’s love of all things 1980, we created a party that would make even the cast of “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” jealous. From vintage 80′s arcade games, to a stellar 80′s cover band, to guests dressed in all-out 80′s costumes, the theme rang true. The fun and entertainment didn’t end there though. Guests were entertained by a duo of aerialists, a drag queen MC, and a mind-boggling magician. They were fed enough grub to sustain the entire student body of Ridgemont High. Of course the bride and groom and their wedding party couldn’t stay in formal wear for too long, we planned their own costume change mid-wedding to join the rest of the radically dressed guests. I’ll just go ahead with the photos – they’ll do better justice than my poor 80′s references.
For a complete list of all the fabulous vendors that helped make this night happen, see below!
Planning and Coordination- A Kurant Event; Photography- Barbie Hull Photography, Venue- Georgetown Ballroom; Invitation/Paper- Wyatt Ink; Bartending/Catering- Gourmondo; Onsite Pizza- Veraci; Onsite Hot Dogs- Dante’s Inferno Dogs; Floral Design- Flora Nova; Officiant- Annemarie Juhlian; 80′s Band- Mr. Miyagi; Host/MC- Ben de la Creme; Aerial Performance- Enjoy Prodcutions; Magician- Nash Fung; Drape/Furniture Rental- Prop Gallery West; 80′s Arcade Games- Party Outfitters; Getaway Car- Barbie Dream Hearse; Desserts- Tallant House, Yellow Leaf Cupcake; Coatcheck- Coat Check Complete (did I miss anyone???)
Special appearance by superstars such as Pewee Herman, The Three Amigos, Mr. T, The Golden Girls, Cobra Kai, Wayne and Garth, the cast of Dynasty, Punky Brewster, Goose and Maverick…. and famed 80′s icons Tom Cruise (groom) and Madonna (bride)!
PS – to see the awesome invites created by Wyatt Ink and Barbie Hull Photography – check out Barbie’s blog http://barbiehull.com/2012/02/superrad-save-the-date/
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Okay, so 2011 just blew right by, leaving us with a bit of whiplash and a TON of beautiful new event photos. We’re working on getting them all organized so we can share them with our readers, and we promise this year (a resolution, actually) that we’ll keep updating as new things come in so you don’t have to wait in anticipation for months on end (because we know you totally live for photos)!
What have we been up to lately? SO exciting: proposals, elopements, and secret ceremonies (all photos will be including in the impending onslaught, of course!) We were also featured this fall on our fave blog, the totally fabulous Style Me Pretty, so to satiate your hunger for viewing the latest and greatest of the past year, take a peek at their feature of A Kurant Event’s July wedding here!
Happy New Year, xoxo
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I was approached by Tawsha of the Wedding Preview Event this spring to be a part of a never-before-done “wedding show”, not a show really, but an awesome opportunity for brides and grooms to come see what real wedding vendors look like in “real wedding action”. The concept of the show was too tempting to turn down, and along with my amazing team-mates plus two other fully stocked teams, we set to work. I’ll leave all the bragging rights and accolades to the WPE team and Sheena with Invisible Hostess for creating a fantastic show on a larger scale, but I’ve got to thank all of my team-mates for really coming together, none of us knowing exactly what we were doing, and creating an awesome vignette. I just wanted to share some great photos and thank those great people for all their help!
Our theme (thank you, team, for putting up with my crazy idea) was a “Latin-inspired Fall wedding” that I dubbed “Day of the Wed” because of the tiny Dia de los Muertos elements that I insisted on tucking here and there… and it looked a little something like this:
Big shout outs to: Latasha Haynes Photography, Paisley Petals, Wyatt Ink, Burning Cupcakes, Puget Sound DJ, Lockes on Location, Courtney Rian Jewelry, Kaarin Boyd Designs Make-up, Kaspar’s Special Events and Catering, and GreenerCab pedicab for all coming together on this! Lastly, thank you so much Jackie (of Jackie an Bender on Kiss 106) for your awesome participation and for looking so rad in that wedding dress!
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(Thanks Jenny Jimenez, gorgeous photo – gorgeous couple!)
Our philosophy at A Kurant Event is to help you create a wedding that is truly unique to you as a couple. That can be zany, whimsical, rock n’ roll, or just plain sweet… but the trick is to figure out who you are as a couple!
After our initial complimentary consultation, we often send out this questionnaire to get a better feel for who YOU are and what YOU like… take a peek, it may help kick-start the brainstorming process for coming up with a blueprint for your own wedding:
Favorite TV (or movie) character?
His/Hers:
Favorite food?
His/Hers:
Guilty pleasure/biggest weakness?
His/Hers:
Three items you’d have to have on a deserted island:
His/Hers:
Dog or cat person?
His/Hers:
Favorite love song?
His/Hers:
Favorite non-love song?
His/Hers:
Silly habit you make fun of your partner for?
His/Hers:
Colors you might like for your wedding?
His/Hers:
Colors you would hate to see at a wedding?
His/Hers:
Three adjectives that describe your personal style best?
His/Hers:
Beatles or Rollings Stones?
His/Hers:
The Office or GLEE?
His/Hers:
Hulu or Cable?
His/Hers?
What’s at the top of your Netflix account?
What’s a typical Saturday night together at home?
What’s a typical Saturday night together if you’re going out?
Favorite couple’s activity?
Favorite vacation together?
What traditions do you want to include (if any at all) in your reception (toasts, first dance, bouquet toss, grand exit, etc.)?
What do you want your guests to remember most about your wedding?
What three adjectives would describe your perfect wedding?
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Weddings are fabulous – and we LOVE weddings – but in order to have a wedding, one must first propose marriage. The proposal is the beginning, the starting gun, the promise of everything that is to come, and that can be intimidating! Just like your relationship (and your future wedding) you expect your proposal to be an intimate reflection you as a couple. If a planner can help coordinate the other special celebrations in life, why not use an expert’s advice in popping the question?
It’s a personal moment, absolutely, but many times the personal nature of asking that “one-word-answer” question can be a little daunting. We’re here to help you through the jitters and butterflies by spending time getting to know and (secretly) getting to know your future spouse – most importantly, getting to know what it is about your relationship that has inspired you take this next step in the first place. Whether you’re a sucker for a sunset and great bottle of wine in the parking lot where you shared your first kiss, or if you’e jonesing to make the most of the moment by stealing off to a secluded bungalow in Bora Bora, we can help you iron out all the final details from reservations, to travel, to timing and more. All you have to do is say those four words, AND if saying them out loud is too much, we’ll help you get the point across in any number of whimsical ways that don’t require you to stutter through your pledge of love! If you’ve got NO idea where to start, we can help you figure that out and help make your proposal as unique and special as the bond you’ll be forging.
We welcome any budget and any idea; our goal is to make it go off without a hitch (and hopefully alleviate any additional stress surrounding the moment you’ve got in mind).
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Laurel McConnell’s photobooth, complete with props, is always a hit!
The ever popular photobooth at weddings has expanded from the traditional black-and-white booth you can rent to the digital scene and beyond. If you’re looking for a great way to keep guests entertained or want a non-traditional approach to your guest book, a photobooth (in any form) is a great way to do that! There are several options when considering a photobooth, and the perfect place to start might be with your photographer.
Digital “self-click” booth: Many photographers these days offer an option of adding a digital self-click “photobooth” on to your wedding photography package. This usually consists of a backdrop (plain or colorful), a light set-up, and often props for guests to use. The pros when considering this style of photobooth include allowing guests to click away with unlimited poses and multiple people in group shots (more than can squeeze in to the traditional booth). Guests may also get to see their photos in an online gallery that is posted by the photographer a day or two after the wedding, offering a great way to relive the evening one photo at a time! If you’re interested in using this style of photobooth as a substitute for a guest book, include a chalkboard or whiteboard that guests can hold up with their well-wishes and it will be included in the online gallery as well.
Traditional photobooth: Though we’ve all seen them and most likely posed inside for the 4-snap photo-strip, a traditional photobooth never looses its charm. Guests can’t help but line up to get behind the tiny curtain and do a quick few poses and then anxiously await the result. This option obviously offers instant results, rather than waiting for the online gallery, but squeezing more than 2 or 3 people in a shot can be hard, and the printing time can take up to 3 minutes. The good news, the photos are a perfect visual token to leave behind for a guestbook, and the timeless strips will always be fun to revisit as your marriage carries on. This is also a great way to offer take-away favors to your guests as well. Two birds with one stone.
Video photobooth: There are a few different options under this category, but most popularly this booth offers a manned digital camera taking photos of guests (large groups and props always welcome) while at the same time streaming the shots to a big flat screen TV or projector. This gives guests the chance to laugh and gawk at other photobooth goers, often inspiring guests to go again and again. An online gallery post-wedding is most common, but often you can ask the provider if he offers instant digital prints as well to add to a guestbook or as take-home treats.
Flip-book: My FAVORITE take on the photobooth, by far, is flip-book photography! Set-up very similar to the other digital booth options, a camera manned by a photographer will take about 40 photos in 5-7 seconds, creating a short movie-like effect. The photos are then printed on the spot and put in to a small booklet as a fantastic takeaway – and ta-da, your guests have their very own flip-book animation of themselves having a blast at your wedding. Flipped Out Productions is a fantastic duo to check out if you’re in the Seattle area!
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