Mode Weddings ~ Photography for best friends in love

Talk about stars in your eyes….Lindsay fell for Jason back in high school - well, she didn’t actually fall, but she does admit being so distracted by his first “hello” that she walked head-on into a cement post! ;-)  That moment must’ve put stars in Jason’s eyes, too - he asked Lindsay out, and what started as a - let’s say “memorable” - high school moment led to a connection for life.

Twelve years, a house and a dog later, Lindsay & Jason ‘finally’ (according to their circle of friends who claim they have ALWAYS been perfect for each other) chose to get married in a beautiful candlelit ceremony in Olympia.  The day started with Lindsay and her bridesmaids enjoying an excellent spa experience at Premiere.

Then it was off to the State Capitol building, where Jason got his first glimpse and a quiet moment with his gorgeous bride….

Their private moment didn’t last long

In true Olympia-in-the-fall fashion, the weather was a mix of clouds, sunbreaks and showers - with timing more perfect than anyone could ask for, as the wedding party and guests arrived at the Heritage Room, this rainbow appeared

Colors for the wedding were sophisticated in classic black and white, with a touch of yellow.  Flowers by Erin & Company provided a hint of art deco flair to the elegant decorations.

A prominent feature that brought plenty of smiles as guests entered was this photo from Lindsay & Jason’s high school Homecoming dance - little did they know that the theme, “Forever”, was going to hold so much meaning for their future!

In celebration of that prophetic high school dance theme, Lindsay and Jason each surprised the other with the inscription “Forever” engraved inside their wedding rings.

After the ceremony, the staff of Occasions Catering provided a fabulous and colorful feast, and top-notch service to a packed house throughout the evening.

Toasts were entertaining, as lifelong friends of the bride and groom took turns sharing tales of those high school days and of times since - touching, too, to hear that the common theme among them honored the fact that both Lindsay and Jason are the kind of people who help their friends stay optimistic when it counts - so much heartfelt and genuine happiness shared!

Check out the Signing Book that we created with images from their engagement session - now it’s a keepsake filled with heartfelt messages from friends and family on their wedding day!

So, Lindsay and Jason, is this better than dancing at Homecoming?

Lindsay & Jason thought a photo booth would be a fun addition to their reception - they were right!  Friends weren’t the only ones lining up all evening

And Pedro Serrano of S&S DJ Show did such an excellent job of keeping the crowd moving that no one wanted the evening to end!

Thanks Lindsay and Jason - your story is such a special one and we are thrilled that you chose us to capture the moments of your big day with you.  Hope you’ve enjoyed the preview - we can’t wait to show you the rest!

The awesome vendors:

Salon: Premiere Salon and Spa

Venue: Heritage Room by Occasions

Catering: Occasions Catering

DJ: S&S DJ Show (Pedro Serrano)

Flowers: Flowers by Erin (no website? let us know.)

Hotel: Phoenix Inn

Officiant: A Time Like This (Gina Newberry) Gina is awesome - we highly recommend her!