Mariah McKechnie 4/22/22 Mariah McKechnie 4/22/22

Northwoods Hygge Styled Shoot

When planning this styled shoot we thought a lot about the overall vibe of Bluefin Bay Resort and narrowed in on the Northwood Hygge feel that Bluefin has. The Scandinavian design of the Bluefin Grille was calling for a little bit of snuggly warmth with a touch of clean and minimal lines.

Our triangle arch was a clear choice for this ceremony set. The shape mimics the roofline of the resort itself and the warm wood tones tie back to the hygge feeling. The addition of layered rugs in the alter add the idea of a place to arrive & truly feel welcomed to the ceremony.

This quaint and cozy lounge is one of our favorites to date. The warm leather tones from the ottomans and vintage suitcases meld so well with the midcentury & boho details of the seating. The Bailey Builds piece resting on the fireplace layered with a custom sign really ties the entire look together. Add layers and layers of pillows & blankets and pop the lounge right next to the fireplace and you have a spot guests won’t ever want to leave.

It was important that we tie the color palette and textures into every detail for this photo shoot. Modern bud vases used across the centerpiece & accent decor tie the whole look together. Layers of driftwood, runners, and textured linen offer the warm hygge vibe while still recognizing the great gitchee gumee (Lake Superior) right outside the windows.

The window nook in the upper restaurant at Bluefin Grill just calls for a cozy sweetheart table. Layered with lots of fabrics and texture, this table is the perfect place for newlyweds to take it all in. The statement piece at the front of the table adds a unique spin on the traditional sweetheart table and makes for some stunning photo opportunities.

This shoot with Bluefin Bay & Hannah Nicole is one of our favorites to date as it encompasses the warm & cozy hygge that we as northern Minnesotans crave every winter. The ties back to the lake are also something we constantly seek out and hear clients ask for. Put those two things together and you’ve really won over our hearts.

TREASURES FROM THE VAULT:

VENDOR TEAM:

Venue | Bluefin Bay Resort

Photos | Hannah Nicole Photography

Florals | Superior Blooms

Rentals | The Vault

Planning & Styling | Northland Special Events

Invites | SJ Nielsen

Art | Bailey Builds

Dress | Bella Rose Bridal - All Who Wander

Earrings | Joya by Hand

Cake | CoHo Cafe

Hair & Makeup | Blissful Beauty

Mariah McKechnie 3/25/22 Mariah McKechnie 3/25/22

Candlelit Micro Wedding

John and Laura decided early on in their pandemic- planning process that they were going to cut their losses and host a micro wedding for 16 of their closest family members. This is one of our favorite examples of how you don’t need much to make a wedding absolutely stunning. In fact, all of the décor for this small wedding fit in the back of an SUV (with 4 passengers in the front).

This copper arch, minimally decorated with loose greenery was the perfect minimal backdrop for the small ceremony. In a small room, there wasn’t much space for a large ceremony backdrop so the small footprint but big impact of this arch was just what was needed.

The dinner table was certainly the showstopper of this wedding. Without a dance, the 5 course dinner filled the evening for this small event. Chargers, statement napkins goblets, greenery, and a whole lot of candlelight are all you need to gussy up a table and bring it just over the top.

A stunning ceremony & warm intimate tablescape were all this micro wedding needed to tie everything together. A little decor goes a long way with a micro wedding, especially when less guests means more margin for making decor choices that you’re excited about.