From the cake baker to ceremony officiant to dressmaker, it takes a village to orchestrate a wedding. That's why thousands of you voted for your favorite vendors, thanking them for their continuing work.
Here are the finalists for our Best of 2016 awards. The winners will be revealed at a special celebration this summer and in our upcoming Fall/Winter issue. Note: There are ties in some categories.
Best Wedding Vendor
Best New Wedding Vendor
Best New Reception Site
Best Wedding Planner
Best Day-of-Wedding Coordinator
Catering
Bar Service
Flowers
Officiant
Rev. Ray Van Winkle & Associates
Videographer
Photographer
Rentals (Chairs, Linens, etc)
Wedding Cakes
Groom’s Cake
Desserts
Lady Yum
Invitation Designer
Most Creative Favors
Place to Buy Wedding Supplies
Dress Shop
Custom Dress Designer
Flower-Girl Dress
Mother-of-the-Bride Apparel
Bridal Accessories (Veils, Shoes, etc.)
Hair
Makeup
Manis & Pedis
Formalwear for Men
Accessories for Men
Locally Designed Bridal Jewelry
Engagement/Wedding Rings
Quintessential Seattle-Area Reception Site
Northwest Destination Wedding Site (Outside Seattle)
Place for a Sunset Wedding
Place for a Waterfront Wedding
Place for an Outdoor Wedding
Place for a Large Gala Wedding (200+)
The Great Hall at Union Station
Place for Intimate Wedding (75 Guests or Less)
Rehearsal Dinner Restaurant
Musicians for Ceremony
Live Band for Reception
DJ for Reception
Entertainment for Reception
Audio/Visual
Photobooth
Transportation/Getaway Car
Valet Service
Accommodations for Guests
Place to Spend Wedding Night
Wedding Show
Specialty Registry
Quintessential Wedding Registry
Place for Bridesmaid’s Gifts
Place for Groomsmen’s Gifts
Bachelor Party
Bachelorette Party