Paprika Event Design

A Summer Fiesta

heather — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:53:49 +0000

This summer I was so fortunate to work with two extremely talented architects on their wedding day. Steph and Geoff were inspired by the bright colors in the Mexican flags and the natural beauty at the farm. It really set the tone for a perfectly colorful fiesta.

The wedding was at Fall City Farms and Deborah couldn’t have been better to work with. Most of the flowers were also from the farm and arranged by Deborah. The Organic Table delighted us with beautiful passed tapas and a scrumptious taco bar. Renata from Nataworrycaptured the lovely images, she really works her tail off! My favorite detail of the entire wedding though would have to be the cake. Steph’s mom not only made the best stout cake, but hand drew the amazing topper. It so perfectly captured the essence of their day. Oh, and don’t forget the always awesome Ari Joshua and his hand picked band.

Hanging Vases

heather — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:12:03 +0000

I saw these on Design Sponge today and loved them. They would be perfect incorporated into a winter wedding adding some nice color and creating a cozy ambiance hanging off the chairs in the aisle. You can find a tutorial on Design Sponge or buy your own on the This Breeze is Nice shop on Etsy.

Back in the swing…and so excited!

heather — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:33:28 +0000

I have been MIA for a few months and I’m so excited to have carved a little time to nurture my creative side. I have done a few weddings this summer, slowly getting back into things. It has been a perfect amount but I’m really excited to hit it hard next summer.

I’m working on posting my first wedding for Steph and Geoff. They are owners/architects of a green design build company so I knew their wedding would be full of details. I love details and I wasn’t disappointed. Stay tuned…to tide you over here are their engagement pics. I think the sculpture park was the perfect venue to capture their passion and personalities. I love the work Renata did!

Happy New Year

heather — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:47:46 +0000

It’s been too long since I’ve said hello to my friends online. What can I say, being a new mom around the holidays is all encompassing. None the less, I wish you all a Happy 2009.

This New Year it’s no secret that everyone is cutting costs and weddings are no exception. But I’ve always believed that you can create big dreams with any budget. That’s why I get so excited when I come across websites like Once Wed. I’ve seen other used wedding dress sites, but this one really rocks. They carry all of the best designers and most of the dresses I recognize from recent collections.

So go ahead and wear that Monique Lhuillier gown you’ve been drooling over, only at half the cost.

Petaline — Fabulous local fashion designers

heather — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 18:43:46 +0000

Daily Candy recently featured Vancouver designer Elroy. I fell in love with all of her designs especially when I learned many of her fabrics are soy and bamboo. If you haven’t worn something bamboo, it’s like pulling on butter! New Elroy dresses are available at the Seattle based online boutique Petaline. Petaline, Alison Brownrigg’s online boutique, features innovative Pacific NW designers who really care about where they get their materials and where their garments are manufactured. Here are some of the fabulous things I’ve put on my Christmas list.

Elroy Buxus Dress :: Elroy Phoenix Dress :: Prairie Underground Bow Dress

Suzabelle Krona Dress :: Suzabelle Marin Coat

Jessica Iverson - Eco Couture

heather — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 06:14:52 +0000

Sometimes when I see eco-friendly clothing I’m left feeling disappointed. Either the fabric looks too “earthy” or the construction just isn’t modern. Nothing excited me more than finding fashion forward looks that are also sustainable. That couldn’t be more true with wedding dresses, especially because you only wear them once. I was gleeful when I saw the designs of Jessica Iverson. I had such a hard time deciding which dresses I wanted to showcase for the blog they are all so fabulous.

Just goes to show you don’t have to sacrifice style to have eco-chic fashion!

Get Hitched Give Hope

heather — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 17:19:42 +0000

Michelle with Married and More told me about this wonderful event happening October 23, 2008. Several of the industry’s coolest vendors have donated items or services that can be purchased through a silent auction. The best part — the proceeds will go to help support Breast Cancer. What better timing since it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month! I wasn’t able to donate my services due to the timing of little Lucca arriving, but it’s still a great event to support and I will be sure to attend! Check out their super swanky website designed by local photographer Laurel McConnell herself!

I look forward to seeing you there! Happy Bidding.

Perfect Autumn Day…

heather — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 01:03:26 +0000

I love fall! I look forward to it every year and in Seattle you have to cherish every crisp day. This wedding embodies everything that is perfect about fall.

Wedding featured on Brides.com : photos by Ross Whitaker

Lucca Ryder Perera

heather — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 03:42:39 +0000

I’m so happy to introduce our new little boy. Lucca Ryder Perera was born at 8:56 am on Sept. 15th weighing in at 8 lbs 12 oz. Despite the sleep deprivation it’s been such an amazing blessing and we are so madly in love.

I’m slowly getting back in the groove of things so stay tuned for some new inspiration.

Babyville

heather — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 18:42:52 +0000

Just wanted to apologize for my lack of inspiration lately. As some of you know, we are expecting our first little boy Lucca in a few weeks so my concentration has been elsewhere. I think the technical term is “nesting urge” which has hit me like a ton of bricks.

I’m having so much fun with the blog though and love the comments and consistent viewers so please don’t forget about me. I’ll be back in the swing of things soon.

Enjoy the sunshine!

Heather