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How to write the perfect Thank You note!

April 14, 2020 Lori Losee
wedding etiquette

Here is a simple template to follow in order to write a thank you note that your guests will appreciate! Most thank you notes we write and receive in our lives lack personalization and/or sincerity. Be sure to put thought and time into each note you write to show appreciation for the thought and time that your guests put into picking out your gift.

Opener: depending on your relationship, your opener can range in formality.

                                Ex. “Dear Mr. & Mrs. Smith”, or “Hi Sarah,”

  Express Thanks: In this section be sure to include specifically what this guest gave you.

Ex. “Thank you so much for the beautiful blue serving platter! We cannot wait to use it when we entertain this summer!”

Personalize the Note: Include a personal note about which event your guests attended or how grateful you are for their years of friendship. A thank you note can be about more than just the physical item they gave you.

Ex. “We were so happy you both could attend our wedding and we cannot wait to have your family come and visit us at our new home!”

Sign Off: match this to the formality of your opener.

                                Ex. “With Gratitude,” or “All Our Love”

Including a personal touch and sending your thank you notes out to your guests in a timely manner will ensure they feel appreciated!

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Chateau Lill | Wine Country Wedding | Mallory + Lucas

April 9, 2020 Lori Losee
Chateau Lill Wedding

Wedding Photographer: Lloyd Photographers | Wedding Planner: Elegant Affairs | Florist: Oak + Fig Floral | Caterer: Herban Feast | Venue: Chateau Lill | Beauty: Salon Maison | Rentals: Cort | Dessert: Better Than A Boyfriend Bakery | Wedding Dress: I Do Bridal

You would never find two of the biggest WSU Coug fans to ever get married than Lucas + Mallory!

I was lucky enough to work with Mallory over 10 years ago when she was one of my first ever Maids of Honor and she even was a wedding guest, so I was so excited when she reached out after she got engaged to fellow WSU alum Lucas.

Dreaming of a winter wedding, we quickly got to work to find the perfect wedding venue and after a long search we landed on Chateau Lill in Woodinville, which also happened to be on her Pinterest board because of the fireplace that would become the backdrop of where Mallory and Lucas would exchange I Dos. Little did she know that “her perfect wedding venue” on her wedding board was Chateau Lill. I loved seeing her face when we first toured the venue and she saw the fireplace.

With a wine theme wedding with a beautiful color palette of crimson (one of WSU’s colors), navy blue, cream, green with gold accents, we enlisted the help of Shane with Oak + Fig Floral to create the perfect floral pieces. What I loved most of what he did was the incredible floral hoops he created for Mallory’s bridesmaids to carry down the aisle. I really hope more brides want to have their maids carry hoops!

To add to their winter wedding, we decided with a clear tent so guests could dine under the moonlight of this December evening illuminated by an array of candles.

To say this couple and their guests know how to have a good time is an understatement, dancing the night away until the very end.

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EA Vendor Spotlight: Angie Evans (Beauty)

April 8, 2020 Lori Losee
seattle wedding beauty vendor

Tell us about your business!
Angie Evans is a Seattle Based Wedding Hair & Makeup Artist. With over 15 years experience in the beauty industry, in 2020 she will be  entering her 9th year as a full-time Hair & Makeup Artist. Angie not only brings an immense amount of talent, but a fun, upbeat energy, truly putting you at ease the morning of your nuptials. Her style of makeup is fresh & sultry, always with a gorgeous hairstyle up her sleeve to compliment and finish the look you’ve designed together. 

Angie comes equipped with a full team, enabling her to accommodate small intimate weddings on her own,  as well as large bridal parties with a full glam squad. Whether you’re eloping atop a mountain, throwing a glamorous party, or running away to Mexico, Angie is excited and ready to glam you up!

Why did you want to get into the wedding industry? 
Connection is everything to me, and in every form. I don't think it is has to necessarily be marriage between two people, but just witnessing and being a part of such an important story is so fulfilling for me. This type of celebration is full of that, between parents, siblings, friends, etc. That and I just can't get away from anything artistic in life. If I weren't a makeup artist, I'd still be designing or creating art elsewhere. I love telling stories with color. 

What makes your business stand out? 
Having a makeup business in Seattle, I would say my business stands out with my experience and love for all skin tones. Whether you're Irish, Puerto Rican, Asian, African, or any beautiful mix in-between- rest assured I have a gorgeous look for you and we will have a blast creating it.

Tell us about your personal style when it comes to your craft? 
I would say the base of what I do is always very timeless. I want things to last all day, I want your photos to turn out amazing. I do always try to add a dash of sexiness with everything I do though. A little edge to each look so it feels exciting, and creates that little spark in your belly. I also like to have a good time getting there. I love to connect with my clients and have fun during the process.

Favorite part of working with couples?
Taking them to the next level. I have quite a few clients that don't wear makeup regularly, or have not necessarily thought of themselves as "sexy". I love creating a look that they not only feel comfortable with, but are excited about. I love handing them the mirror and seeing their first reaction of "Is that ME?!". I always know we nailed it at that point. 

Favorite part of wedding day?
Brides with their moms or grandmas. So much joy in those tiny moments.

Advice to couples in selecting a vendor in your category?
Without talking to them, fall in love with their portfolio. That will narrow it down to 2-3 people. After that, make it a point to chat with them and see who you truly connect with the most. Connection with your artist is insanely important and I think it's overlooked quite often. If you aren't connected to the person who is in charge of your look on your Wedding Day, that is where mis-communications can take place and really put a damper on things. Trust your gut!

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Business Name : Angie Evans
Phone Number (206) 947-0592
Email: angela@makeupartistangela.com
Website MakeupArtistAngela.com
All Social Media Handles IG: MakeupArtist.Angela FB: facebook.com/makeupartistangela 

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