Washington Wedding Day Best of 2026 | Editor's Choice

Best Event Design - Toasting You Marketing & Events

Delicate lace details, dreamy pops of yellow and grounding natural stone elements were the foundation of this striking scene at Chateau Lill in Woodinville. The venue’s timeless, European elegance was paired with a soft, springtime aesthetic that blended old-world romance with raw beauty. Lush florals layered with greenery graced the ceremony space and sweetheart table, spilling from stone pots in an organic, intentionally undone style. A chic getaway car added just the right amount of vintage charm to this sophisticated affair. 

Bridal Attire: THE LAW (gown); JANE HILL (mini dress), both from THE WHITE DOOR Cake & Desserts: ARQRAFT Content Creation: CONTENT BY CHRISTINA Design & Planning: TOASTING YOU MARKETING & EVENTS Draping: BLOOMING FIELD EVENTS Florals: ECKERT FLOWER FARM Hair & Makeup: MICHELLE WIGHT Photography: HANNAH FAYE PHOTOGRAPHY Stationery & Signage: SONGBIRD PAPERIE Transportation: PNW 356 Venue: CHATEAU LILL Videography: OCHOA FILMS

Best Captured Moment - Adventure & Vow

Photographer Traci Edwards captured this otherworldly scene under the stars during Leah and Joe’s intimate elopement in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, where they celebrated their new chapter as husband and wife surrounded by the majestic landscape.

Bridal Attire: ALEXANDRA GRECCO from THE WHITE ROOM Cake: IT'S THE SWEET THINGS Groom's Attire: HEIMIE'S HABERDASHERY Hair & Makeup: SKAGIT BRIDAL HAIR AND MAKEUP Jewelry: KNOX JEWELERS Photography, Planning, Officiating & Videography: ADVENTURE & VOW Venue: MT. BAKER HYGGE HUS

Best Real Wedding - Mady & Sahil by Simply By Tamara Nicole

Mady and Sahil’s three-day wedding celebration was a multicultural event that fused rich South Asian traditions with modern whimsy. The festivities began with a traditional pre-wedding mehndi party, followed by an Indian wedding ceremony at the Mercer Island Community Center and, in a fun twist, a disco-themed sangeet, during which the Simply by Tamara Nicole team transformed the space into a vibrant oasis, featuring disco balls and colorful baby’s breath among bold floral arrangements. On the final day, the couple exchanged vows in a romantic American garden ceremony at Woodinville’s Chateau Lill, complete with a grand floral arch, a table filled with decadent desserts and an interactive bellini bar during cocktail hour that later became a crowd-pleasing bellini tower. 

Saturday (Indian):

Bar, Catering & Desserts: CHUTNEYS (catering); PARTY ON THE ROCKS (bar & staffing); NEW YORK CUPCAKES (desserts) Hair & Makeup: PRETTY CURE BY SUPREET Music: DJKP Officiant: PORTLAND PANDIT Venue: MERCER ISLAND COMMUNITY CENTER

Sunday (American):

Bridal Attire: SARAH SEVEN Cake: DERU MARKET Catering: SHOOBY DOO CATERING Hair & Makeup: ZO AND CO STYLING Music: INTEGRAL DJS; PUGET SOUND STRINGS Venue: CHATEAU LILL

Both Days:

Photography: JJ WILKINS Rentals: CORT PARTY RENTALS; BBJ LA TAVOLA; FANCIFUL RENTALS; SIMPLY BY TAMARA NICOLE Stationery & Signage: ZOLA Transportation: AA LIMO Videography: REBECCA LYNN FILMS Wedding Planning, Design, Production & Florals: SIMPLY BY TAMARA NICOLE

Best Bouquet - Olivia Rose Flower Co.

On the sweeping grounds of this private estate in Bow, Molly Rose Williams, floral designer and owner of Olivia Rose Flower Co., wanted to create a strong visual impact while still forging a connection to the surrounding landscape. This bountiful bouquet featured a rich caladium leaf as the focal, punctuated by dahlias, calla lilies and flowing amaranthus. “The overall design was meant to enhance the natural beauty of the horses and mountains while creating a sense of understated drama that feels organic, grounded and visually striking.” 

Bridal Attire: LUV LAINEEMEG by FOR THE LUV OF BRIDAL Florals: OLIVIA ROSE FLOWER CO. Hair & Makeup: FACE N LASHES Photography: LNW PNW PHOTOS Venue: WINDMILL LANE

Best Cake - Maison de la Patisserie Bleue

This indulgent confection is rooted in romance, nature and abundance, incorporating simple garden florals and seasonal fruit—all intended to be savored and shared.

Cake: MAISON DE LA PATISSERIE BLEUE Design & Planning: FAITHFUL FOUNDATIONS WEDDINGS Florals: THE FORAGE SISTERS Photography: HALEY CHRISTINE & JACOB HOPKINS Rentals: CCH RENTALS; URBAN IN CASHMERE Venue: BENSON VINEYARD ESTATE WINERY

Best Floral Inspiration - Elle Fleurit Floral Co.

After a friend spied Elle Crocker’s artful tomato-laden floral creation, she challenged her to try her hand at creating something with another, more unexpected edible: Brussels sprouts. The result? This blooming beauty speaks for itself. 

Florals: ELLE FLEURIT FLORAL CO.