Meet the Guthries! We’re so excited to share the story of one of our stunning Strut brides, Paige, and her dreamy wedding day in Oregon. Paige and her husband, Alex, tied the knot on a cozy farm that had all the “enchanted forest, fairytale vibes” she had imagined. With rustic A-frame cottages as a backdrop, soft seating, and lawn games, Paige and Alex created a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere for their closest 50 friends and family. Plus, Alex wore a traditional Scottish kilt instead of a suit, which was a special representation of his heritage.
One of Paige’s favorite memories of the day was their amazing band, Bigfoot Mojo. “They were such a fun local bluegrass band and absolutely played their hearts out for us,” she said. To make things even more unique, Paige and Alex hired a caricature artist who sketched fun portraits of their guests. “Everyone loved how their pictures turned out,” Paige shared, and she framed her own as a sweet reminder of the day.
Shopping for her dream wedding dress was a journey Paige didn’t expect! She came to Strut Bridal in Long Beach, California with a true boho style in mind, but after trying on a wedding gown with a sweetheart neckline, a plunging illusion bodice, and 3D floral lace details, she knew it was the one. “Definitely not boho, but the dress was so beautiful that I just had to have it!” she said. Nick, her bridal stylist, made her feel incredible, and Marie, her seamstress, made sure the flowy aline wedding dress fit her perfectly, even supporting her for a night full of dancing!
There were plenty of laughs throughout the day too. One funny moment the bride shared with us was when Paige’s tulle skirt accidentally trapped a brown recluse spider during the ceremony. Her maid of honor tried to get it out discreetly, making everyone laugh. Paige’s advice to other brides? Be flexible with your wedding plans and make time for a few private moments with your partner. “There’s so much going on, so schedule a little quiet time with your special person,” she recommends.
Paige also wanted to shout out her amazing vendors! For any Portland brides out there, she recommends Two Chicks and a Rooster for some of the best salmon she’s ever had, photographer Emily Skye for the most beautiful photos, and Petunia’s Pies & Pastries for a delicious vegan wedding cake. We’re so grateful Paige chose Strut Bridal to help her find her dream wedding dress and create her perfect dreamy wedding day in Oregon!
If you’re looking for a stunning plus size wedding dress, Strut Bridal Salon in Long Beach, California has the area’s largest selection of plus size wedding dresses, with gowns in stock to size 36. Book your wedding dress shopping appointment today!
