Sovanna and Kevin’s vow renewal at W Hotel Seattle was a heartfelt celebration of a decade of love, commitment, and memories. After tying the knot overseas in a whirlwind ceremony that left them with lots of questions, they knew that their 10th anniversary deserved a special celebration—a wedding they had always dreamed of. What made it even more special was having their son get to join this time around. I’ve had a lot of experience shooting in Seattle which helped bring expertise as we found places to shoot. As a W Seattle wedding photographer, I loved the opportunity to capture this family at such a unique moment in their lives.
Vow Renewal at W Hotel Seattle
The decision to renew their vows was about commemorating their love and including their son Jamar in the festivities. Surrounded by family and friends, they exchanged heartfelt vows. And, reaffirmed their love and commitment to each other for many more years to come. As a part of their vows, they said “I chose you 10 years ago and I choose you again today”. This had me tearing up instantly!
Autumn Color Scheme for W Hotel Seattle Wedding Photographer
The day’s color scheme reflected the vibrant hues of fall. Rich reds, yellows, and oranges adorned the ceremony space and with a beautiful floral ceremony arch. All the amazing florals were done by Daisy & Wish. Instead of traditional flower girls, Sovanna and Kevin opted for a unique twist by having their friends don flower crowns and throw petals from fanny packs. This playful and memorable touch added to the joyous atmosphere of the celebration. Their planner, Town and Country Wedding executed the day to perfection!
As their photographer, I had the pleasure of capturing the special moments of their day. From the tender exchange of vows to the laughter and smiles shared with loved ones. We took advantage of the surrounding blocks of the venue for family and couple portraits, ensuring efficiency without sacrificing variety. Shooting a couple of courthouse weddings, which you can view here and here, helped me know where to shoot! I seek to be extremely prepared as a photographer.
Sharing Anniversaries
What made Sovanna and Kevin’s vow renewal even more special was the serendipitous alignment of anniversaries. It happened to fall on the same day as my wedding anniversary with my husband Nathan (who was their wedding videographer via Nathan Ochoa). We felt it was a beautiful coincidence and a meaningful way to celebrate love in all its forms. After documenting their day as their W Hotel Seattle wedding photographer, Nathan and I treated ourselves to a fancy dinner at El Gaucho restaurant (which absolutely lived up to the hype). Of course, it was a perfect end to a memorable weekend.
It was special to be a part of this family’s vow renewal, and to see that after ten years together, their love was just as strong with the chance to grow ever stronger. Getting the opportunity to be a W Hotel Seattle wedding photographer made me excited for future events there! If you’re looking to view another Seattle wedding I’m super proud of, check out this Seattle aquarium wedding.
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