Nicole and Brennan's Spring Wedding at West Shore Cafe & Inn

Planning a wedding in Lake Tahoe, can sometimes be difficult, especially if it is a spring wedding. As everyone knows, the weather in the Sierras is very unpredictable and we can have 4 seasons in one day a few times over, especially in spring. Well, Nicole and Brennan’s wedding had exactly that. 

The day started with bridal preparations in a modern, rustic bridal suite at West Shore Cafe & Inn overlooking tranquil Lake Tahoe, covered by magnificent clouds. Sprinkles of rain gave the chilly mountain air some extra freshness; and the sun’s rays were peaking out, as if it was checking on the bride for a few minutes at a time. 

A group in navy and white attire celebrates joyfully together on a beach under string lights and cloudy skies.
A bride in a white wedding dress and veil shares an emotional pre-ceremony moment at a wedding venue.
Black and white image showing a silhouette in a wedding dress by a window with several onlookers nearby and boats on water.
Someone wearing a gray suit sits in a red Adirondack chair on a rustic log cabin porch while checking their watch.
A gentle moment captured during a wedding in a sunlit room with rustic wood windows and soft white decor accents.

The ceremony was planned to be set in a forest area facing the lake, and that’s what it was, despite a sudden snow storm. As the guests were taking their seats for the ceremony, slushy, heavy snowflakes were falling; and it seemed that there was no end to it.

What do we do if there is only plan A and no plan B? -We continue with plan A! 

A rustic brown mountain lodge entrance with stone pillars and a welcoming chalkboard sign.
A group of people huddle together under black umbrellas during rainfall at an outdoor wedding ceremony at West Shore Cafe.
A bride and her dad walks together in formal attire through falling snow on a grassy lawn surrounded by trees.
A smiling figure holds a book outside during snowfall while wearing a black coat.
An outdoor wedding ceremony under a wooden arch decorated with greenery and white flowers, with bridesmaids in pink dresses.
An outdoor wedding ceremony taking place on a waterfront with bridesmaids in pink dresses and an officiant in black.
A joyful couple celebrates at their wedding ceremony under an elegant arch decorated with white flowers and greenery.
A rustic wooden chalkboard sign displaying 'it was always you' decorated with greenery and white floral accents.

Jackie performed a short, yet very heartfelt ceremony as the guests huddled together with shared umbrellas. Then, as every good party, it ended with cocktails, excellent food, good music and lots of fun. This is the day everyone will remember fondly, including us. Love stories like this warms our hearts and feeds our souls. We love what we do.

A black and white crowded bar scene shows a performer energetically entertaining from an elevated position above the audience.
Two people at a formal event share an animated conversation as one person laughs heartily in a gray suit.
Elegant dining room with wooden beams and chandeliers hosts a formal gathering of guests during an evening event.
Beautiful semi-naked wedding cake adorned with white roses, black flowers and eucalyptus leaves on a rustic wooden stand.
Lakeside patio with string lights and fire pit overlooking boats on calm blue water during daytime.
Elegant emerald-cut diamond engagement ring with pave band reflecting on dark glossy surface with green leaf backdrop.

It doesn't really matter if it rains, snows or hails on your big day. You'll shine from within, and that's all that matters. We want to capture this light of love so you can remember this special day for many years to come.

This is Nicole and Brennan's wedding social media announcement.