Cassandra & Seth love to get dressed up to go nowhere and have fun in costume wear just for the heck of it! So it was no surprise that a Pride & Prejudice inspired elopement was exactly their speed. They stayed at an incredible Airbnb in the PNW that almost felt like a chateau, and exchanged their vows with an intimate ceremony in the backyard.
The two of them met on Facebook. After Cassandra saw a photo of Seth, she messaged him and they got to talking right away. They spent every day talking for a month, sometimes for hours at a time. Because they “met” in 2020, it was a lockdown relationship at the start. They couldn’t spend any time together in person, which went on for almost a year. Eventually, they started going on long winter walks together. They knew pretty quickly that they had finally found their person.
It was such a peaceful afternoon elopement. Cassandra read an old book to Seth as they sat together under a tree, with the sounds of the Yakima river flowing behind them. I felt like this was such a great way to just relax and unwind before the big moment came. This time for them together allowed space for calm and intimacy, without any interruptions or distractions.
That’s definitely something to consider on your wedding day. If you’re a non-traditional couple, why not grab a morning coffee together on the big day? Or do some goat yoga? Whatever feels authentic to your relationship or your dynamic together.
After reading together, they split up to separately write their vows. Their custom vow books were such a great touch to the overall aesthetic. As Cassandra finished up, Seth decided to read a little more, which kept him from trying to get a peek at what she wrote. Shortly afterwards, it was finally time for them to exchange their vows.
The ceremony space was so beautifully and intentionally designed. The florist, Kylie Hale Designs, found a way to bring flowers into the space that looked and felt like they belonged there. Like they had always been there. And the flower arrangements she created made the look whimsical and wild. The moment Cassandra & Seth stood amongst the flowers and trees, it felt like a scene right out of Jane Austen’s – Pride & Prejudice.
The PNW, specifically Washington, made the perfect spot for an elopement vision, like this one, to come to life! Cassandra wore a custom gown that was purchased through Etsy. It’s a replica of the dress that Elizabeth Bennet wore in the 2005 film version of Pride & Prejudice. Seth’s look was inspired by the final scene of the 2005 movie, when Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth finally come together and fall deeply in love. I just love the historical romanticism of period pieces.
The final scene of the film was actually the inspiration behind the entire design for their elopement. That’s the scene when Mr. Darcy & Elizabeth Bennet’s love story begins, so it’s fitting that it’s the scene they were inspired by. Cassandra’s hair was styled by Marjabelle of Elle Marie Hair Studio. Her makeup was done by Ericka. And the beautiful invitation suite was custom made and designed by Red Clay Paper.
Because the movie ends with Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth casually sitting together in what feels like a picnic in his backyard, that’s how Cassandra & Seth ended their wedding day. They changed into casual clothes and enjoyed a real picnic together, while they watched the film. The entire picnic design and projector was provided by Tentation Picnics. I couldn’t imagine a better way to end a story like this one.
I helped Cassandra & Seth plan and bring their elopement vision to life from start to finish – the vendors, the Airbnb, the styling/design… everything. If you want help to plan an intentional and meaningful experience like this one, fill out my contact form and let’s start the co-creation process. Whether you’re more adventurous or you’re more low key, we can craft a day that’s authentic to you. If you’re not sure where to start, check out my location guides here.
“You have bewitched me, body and soul, and I love–I love–I love you.”
Mr. Darcy
