Contemporary Design and Sentimental Touches at Wind Mountain Ranch

Maddy and Blake first met in sixth grade. Their friendship stayed strong through middle and high school, but their love story didn’t truly begin until they locked eyes at their 10-year reunion. “We slow-danced without music and made out in front of everyone,” the pair said. “We’ve been together ever since.”

To get married, Wind Mountain Ranch, with its incredible Columbia River Gorge views and cozy, dinner-party vibe, was the ideal choice for the Oregon natives. A formal dress code set the tone for their elevated affair, while whimsical florals offered a dash of playfulness. Amid the scenic views, the pair exchanged vows—Maddy’s ruffled veil fluttering in the wind.

To honor his family, Blake wore his late grandfather’s wedding band, a cherished memento from his grandmother that represented the passing of the torch of a loving and happy marriage. Guests documented the evening and left joyful messages for the newlyweds via an old-school VHS camcorder.

Grateful for the intentionality of their wedding day, Maddy and Blake offered this simple advice to future couples: “Do literally anything and everything that makes you happy, and the rest will figure itself out.” —Ryley S. Hoff