July, 24th, 2024
It was love at first sight for Taryn Delanie Smith and her husband, Alec Castillo. The former Miss New York pageant star met Castillo, a personal trainer, when she walked into his Seattle gym at age 19.
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For couples seeking a wedding venue that feels refined, historic, and effortlessly elegant, Waverley Country Club stands among the Pacific Northwest’s most distinguished wedding destinations. Located along the Willamette River just outside Portland, Waverley combines classic architecture, mature landscapes, and exceptional service to create a wedding experience that feels timeless from beginning to end. Founded […]



Nicole and Patryk’s wedding at Tacoma Country Club was an immersive, joy-first celebration that fully embraced grandeur, tradition, and family. From the moment guests arrived, it was clear this was a wedding designed to be experienced, not simply observed. Every detail felt intentional, generous, and unapologetically celebratory. Tacoma Country Club offered a classic backdrop that […]

