Red Carpet, Theater and VIP-Inspired Wedding at The Sanctuary at Lotte Hotel Seattle

Zach Lawson and Kevin Ly's wedding replicated the exciting feeling of an A-list award show with red carpets and elegant photo ops that made every guest feel like a VIP. The couple first met at a mutual friend's wedding in 2018, but it took several months of online interactions before they finally planned their first date. After navigating a long-distance relationship for a year, Zach and Kevin began living together in Seattle in 2020. Two years later, while sharing their passion for Broadway shows on a trip to New York City together, Kevin proposed. While planning their wedding day, the couple strove to include many meaningful details to create a one-of-a-kind experience for guests. The Sanctuary at Lotte Hotel in Seattle made perfect sense as the venue, with wide arched ceilings, golden lighting and ornate design that exudes a feeling of royalty. Kevin designed a sleek "ZK" logo from the couple's initials that was woven into decorations throughout the celebration, from the cake to the dance floor. From the moment they entered, guests were made to feel like celebrities at a Hollywood gala, stepping onto a red carpet complete with a step-and-repeat banner for perfect photos. Each guest received a custom playbill instead of a traditional program, referencing Zach's passion for theater and making the atmosphere even more immersive. During the charming reception, each table represented a particular travel destination Zach and Kevin had visited, allowing every guest to "Find Your Destination." The reception also featured an awards ceremony in which Zach and Kevin honored their most treasured friends and family by presenting custom trophies with the ZK logo. The entire wedding embraced authenticity to create a truly unique night no one will ever forget.