Elegant Greenery: Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park

Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park, Autumn 2018

Planning by The Invisible Hostess | Photography by Alante Photography | videography by Cabfare Productions

Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | flowers & event design by Tobey Nelson Events | image by Alante Photography

I could practically say that every wedding I do is my favorite because each is so unique and wonderful in its own way.  But this Sodo Park wedding is seriously a gem.  The couple, S&B, was extra lovely to work with.  They both always had a smile on their face and were prone to small bursts of giggles, which made working with them a joy. Their theme was “Pacific NW Elegant”.  To communicate that we used generous helpings of greenery, metallic gold accents, and lots of layers to create a lush & lavish feeling.  The colors were green and white, and to warm it up we added touches of butter and a hint of blush.  All the Roses are California grown, all the other flowers are locally grown, and of course everything was made without floral foam.  Luxury weddings can still have sustainable designs! Sodo Park is a great venue.  Even empty and undecorated it has a great vibe.  With its soaring ceilings, cozy brick walls, and beautiful old beams there’s plenty of palette to play with.  S&B’s Persian wedding is one to dig into, and there’s no shortage of eye candy. Though it can be spendy, I really love it when couples hire a great videographer.  I have such fond memories of “home movies” when I was a kid – and we still do old slide shows at holidays.  It’s a great laugh and a heartwarming way for families to bond.  So I was really excited when I saw how Mitch from Cabfare Productions used snips of “old school” looking footage in this sweet video.  I’m sure S&B will treasure it forever!  

And now, dig on in to loads of stellar photos from Alante – masters of their craft!

Seattle wedding at Sodo Park features foam-free floral arrangements including a greenery chandelier a greenery wedding arch | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

This floral chandelier is 15' in diameter!!

Seattle Wedding aisle with greenery and candles at Herban Feast Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Greenery chandelier for Seattle wedding ceremony | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

White, yellow and blush bridal bouquet with eco-friendly flowers | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Foam-free wedding arch with greenery and white flowers | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Bridesmaids in green gowns with white and blush bridesmaid bouquets with Dahlias and Roses | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Foam-free ceremony arbor | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Pacific NW Elegance wedding ceremony | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Aisle Decor with candles and greenery | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Aisle Decor with floating candles and greenery | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Welcome table

Welcome centerpiece | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Signature Cocktail sign by Phenix Paper Company| Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Presto-Change-O! Ceremony area becomes a reception area, and the greenery chandelier really becomes important!

Wedding reception decor in green and gold | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Wedding Details with gold accents and calligraphy placecard | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Compote floral centerpiece in white, butter, peach and green| Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Wedding table with floral centerpiece, gold chargers and green menus | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography
Head table | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Head table with gold sequin runner | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Foam=free wedding flower centerpiece features locally grown Dahlias, Stock and Roses | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Seattle Wedding Cake Flowers | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Guestbook table details | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

The heritage of this couple is Persian, so it was important that this Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park would have a Sofreh Aghd.  This was a super fun experience for us to design.  We had the help of their family – lots of lovely Aunties and friends were involved in these details along with us.  What a beautiful offering was created!

Sofreh Aghd table for a Persian wedding | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Sofreh Aghd sign | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Fruit and flowers for the Sofreh Aghd table at a Persian Wedding in Seattle | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Prayer book, mirrors and candles for a Persian Sofreh | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Sweets for a sweet life | Persian wedding Sofreh Aghd | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Cups of spices for a Persian Sofreh | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography

Seattle wedding fun! | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography
Cheers to the happy couple! | Seattle Wedding at Sodo Park | Floral and Event design by Tobey Nelson | image by Alante Photography