S'more Love: Vintage Campground Inspiration Warms the Pacific Northwest Forest

In the midst of the pandemic, Kristin Hilton and Jacob Peirce’s love story sprouted in the quiet aisles of a grocery store. Having met online, this local spot was their only option for meeting in person as everything else was closed. As the world slowly reopened, so did the possibilities for their wedding. Dubbed “Camp Peirce,” their wedding was to be a nostalgic nod to vintage summer camps, laced with the romance of a fairy tale, a theme inspired by Kristin’s adoration for Taylor Swift’s song “Love Story.” The autumnal hues of the Pacific Northwest forest, the setting of their venue, provided a vivid canvas for their day. When it came to fashion, the couple’s choices were thoughtfully attuned to their theme. No strict dress code was enforced, yet a gentle nudge toward fall colors guided their guests. Kristin and Jake chose outfits that reflected the rustic elegance of their setting, their attire smoothly blending into the golden, leaf-strewn backdrop. The wedding day unfurled with guests congregating under the crisp canopy of foliage. Jake’s father officiated their ceremony, and the bride’s uncle offered a heartfelt blessing. As the couple kissed, marigold petals—grown in Kristin’s own garden—rained down in celebration. Once vows were exchanged, the atmosphere shifted to jubilant. The reception buzzed with energy, with a photo bomb crescendo of everyone mobbing the dance floor and capturing fleeting moments with the couple in fun, frantic snaps.