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Lake Washington Views with a Spirited Cocktail Twist wedding at The Woodmark Hotel - Jennifer and Benjamin

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September | Come for the views, stay for the smoke show! Jennifer and Benjamin's romantic late-summer wedding at The Woodmark Hotel raised the bar—literally. Interactive whiskey bar, smoke-filled cloches, and toasted-marshmallow Old Fashioneds have entered the chat!
Photo of a bride and groom's first kiss at their wedding ceremony. They are standing in front of their seated guests and are framed by white drapery and multicolored florals.

Jennifer and Benjamin brought a little drama to their late-summer wedding design, and we're here for it! From Lake Washington views, waterfront charm, and a little Pacific Northwest luxury at The Woodmark Hotel along with a color palette filled with rich reds, soft pinks, and white this wedding felt like a destination without ever leaving the Seattle area.


Now, let's talk about that whiskey bar! Jennifer and Benjamin raised the bar, literally, with an interactive cocktail experience that was delicious and, dare we say, theatrical! Smoke-infused Old Fashioneds unveiled beneath dramatic glass cloches, swirling smoke with every reveal, and toasted-marshmallow s'mores Old Fashioneds? Yes, please! While we hate to see a bar line, we love seeing couples lean into creative guest activations that have guests gathered! It's always a joy for us to turn traditional wedding elements into memorable experiences. Something unexpected, something fun, and something guests will have living rent-free in their heads long after the last toast!


Behind the scenes, Jennifer and Benjamin planned their special day with our most-loved Signature Wedding Coordination package! From trusted vendor recommendations and contract reviews to timelines, logistics, and wedding-day coordination, our team helps bring all those carefully planned details together. Because the best guest experience is one where the couple gets to enjoy it, too! We'd love to help you bring your vision all together with a little creativity, thoughtful coordination, and plenty of planning peace of mind!


Behind every beautiful wedding is a talented team of people - see The Vendor Team who made this day a reality at the end of the gallery.

Ceremony at The Woodmark Hotel




Reception at The Woodmark Hotel


The Vendor Team

Coordination: Your Perfect Bridesmaid (Lead: Natalie)

Venue/Catering/Bar Service: The Woodmark Hotel

Hair & Makeup: K.Marina Beauty

Invitations: Zola

Day of Signage: Minted

Partner 1's Attire: I Do Bridal

Partner 2's Attire: Indochino


Love what you see? We would love to help you achieve your unique wedding vision. Let us provide tailored vendor recommendations and create a unique design that fits your style and your budget. Don't have a venue yet? No problem. Having a planner as the first step in the process can save you time, energy and money.






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